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Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
The #1 Dairy Product to Help Lower Blood Pressure, According to a Dietitian
Reviewed by Dietitian Kelly Plowe, M.S., RDSwiss cheese is blood pressure–friendly thanks to its lower sodium content and excellent calcium offerings. Swiss cheese also has unique bioactive peptides that have been shown to lower blood pressure. Enjoy Swiss cheese in a hearty salad or pair it with whole-grain crackers or a piece of we think of the best foods to help lower blood pressure, dairy usually doesn't come to mind. But if there's one blood pressure–friendly cheese that experts recommend, it's Swiss. Swiss cheese, known for its 'eyes' (or holes) and mildly sweet and nutty flavor, has healthy properties that might help support better blood pressure levels, says Sheri Gaw, RDN, CDCES. Here, we dive into the research behind Swiss cheese's heart-healthy properties, plus how to incorporate the cheese into a balanced diet plan. Cutting back on sodium is one of the best ways to help lower your blood pressure. And if cheese is a beloved part of your daily diet, swapping some higher-sodium options for Swiss is a smart way to sustain a balanced and enjoyable eating plan. And it's not hard to do. Swiss is one of the lowest-sodium cheese options out there, says Gaw. A 1-ounce serving of Swiss cheese contains about 52 milligrams of sodium, or 2% of the Daily Value. Compare that to 1 ounce of Cheddar, which has about 185 mg, or 8% of the DV. While dairy is often associated with causing heart issues, research shows that calcium in dairy foods such as Swiss cheese does not increase blood pressure or risk for hypertension, says Gaw: 'In fact, it may reduce the risk of stroke.' Swiss cheese is a stellar source of calcium—1 ounce provides about 20% of the DV. We know protein helps keep you satiated and supports muscle mass, but research suggests that the protein in cheese is also a good source of bioactive peptides, which may benefit blood pressure. Swiss cheese, specifically, contains two peptides—Ile-Pro-Pro and Val-Pro-Pro—that have been shown to have anti-hypertensive effects. However, more research needs to be done to nail down the amount of cheese it takes to reap these health benefits. Swiss is delicious as a standalone snack, and it's just as great paired with other foods or in recipes. Here are a few tasty ways to enjoy Swiss: Pair it with fruit: Gaw recommends pairing a slice of Swiss cheese with fruit for a low-sodium snack. Any fruit works, but we especially like apples for the flavor combo. 'This snack is also good for blood pressure and blood sugar, thanks to its dose of calcium, protein, potassium and fiber,' Gaw says. Try it in a sandwich: Gaw recommends stacking a grilled chicken sandwich with a slice of Swiss cheese, lettuce and slices of tomatoes and avocado. 'This snack can be part of the Mediterranean and Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) dietary patterns, which help lower blood pressure,' adds Gaw. Add it to a salad: Swiss adds protein and calcium, plus umami flavor, to a bowl of greens. Try this Green Goddess Salad with Chickpeas recipe. Pair it with crackers: Gaw recommends pairing Swiss cheese with whole-grain crackers for an energy boost that promotes blood sugar and blood pressure management. Swapping out high-sodium cheeses for Swiss can help reduce your sodium intake. Here are some other ways to help support healthier blood pressure levels: Use herbs and spices: Lean on garlic, ginger, basil and oregano instead of salt to lower sodium intake and reduce blood pressure, says Gaw. A review found that garlic is associated with reduced blood pressure and cholesterol in those with and without chronic high blood pressure. Eat more plants: Plant-forward eating patterns, such as the Mediterranean diet and DASH diet, can help to lower blood pressure, adds Gaw. Research shows these diets are more promising for lowering blood pressure than just salt restriction alone. Cut back on alcohol: Drinking too much (which means more than two drinks a day for men and more than one drink a day for women) can spike your blood pressure. Cutting back on wine, beer, liquor and other alcohol can help lower your numbers and support your overall heart health. Get regular exercise: Finding an exercise you love can help you move more and, therefore, lower your blood pressure. The American Heart Association recommends strength training at least two days a week and 2.5 hours of moderate-intensity cardio each week. Swiss cheese is significantly lower in sodium than many other cheeses, and eating less sodium can help lower blood pressure. Swiss is an excellent source of calcium and has unique bioactive peptides (found in the proteins), which research suggests may also help lower your blood pressure. Adding Swiss to a hearty salad or pairing it with high-fiber fruit and crackers is a smart way to enjoy this nutritious dairy snack. Read the original article on EATINGWELL
Calgary Herald
30-05-2025
- Politics
- Calgary Herald
Christian conservative group Action4Canada lobbied for review of books in Alberta schools
Article content The president of the Library Association of Alberta believes a Christian lobby group may have played a role in the province's targeting of 'sexually explicit' books found in school libraries. Article content Article content Laura Winton pointed to posts on the Action4Canada website, where the group pats itself on the back for its 'behind the scenes' lobbying of the Alberta government over books its members find objectionable. Article content Article content Winton said that Action4Canada is known to contact librarians across the province over books that the group finds offensive. Article content Article content Earlier this week, Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides said the government would be consulting the public in order to create some standards when it comes to explicit material in school libraries. Four books were used as examples of materials that the ministry found objectionable for children: Maia Kobabe's Gender Queer, Alison Bechdel's Fun Home, Craig Thompson's Blankets, and Flamer by Mike Curato. The books deal with 2SLGBTQIA+ themes, and have sexual imagery and language. Article content Tanya Gaw, Action4Canada's founder, said members of her team met with Nicolaides in the fall of 2024. This was confirmed by the education ministry, but both parties differ on the effectiveness of the meeting. Article content Gaw said Action4Canada sent binders to Nicolaides and Premier Danielle Smith which outlined the harms caused by the books in question, and also warned against the adoption of SOGI 123 by Alberta schools, Article content Article content SOGI 123 is a Canada-wide organization that makes programming and resources available to schools in the areas of inclusivity and positive acceptance of gender identities. Article content Article content 'We wanted to show the harm and risks that children are being put into,' said Gaw. 'When he (Nicolaides) saw the binder, he was genuinely shocked. We have the right to be concerned about what our children are being exposed to. We opened the minister's eyes to this.' Article content Nicolaides said his decision was influenced by what he'd been hearing from parents around the province. Article content 'No, we had been hearing from parents,' he said. 'I've been hearing from parents for quite some time, in fact, since I became minister, about items in school libraries that were of concern.' Article content When asked if Action4Canada's lobbying efforts had any impact at all, Nicolaides had this to say: 'I'm unsure. I mean, they had brought some materials to our attention so that that helped to get a better understanding of the nature of materials that was available in schools. But, you know, this is a topic that I've talked with many Albertans about.'
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Yahoo
CSPD: ‘Known' theft suspects who previously evaded police arrested
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) has arrested two theft suspects who had previously escaped police days prior. On Wednesday, May 14, CSPD's Motor Vehicle Theft unit was contacted by Falcon Patrol over a stolen vehicle in the parking lot of the Park Inn located at 3200 North Chestnut Street. Falcon officers also identified two known thieves, 33-year-old Jeffery Gaw and 25-year-old Anastayshia Simon, who had been seen driving the stolen car, a 2001 blue Dodge 1500 pickup truck. According to CSPD, two days prior, officers had attempted to stop the two suspects while they were in control of the stolen car, but they escaped. At around 12:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 15, detectives with the Motor Vehicle Theft unit conducted surveillance of the vehicle and identified Simon as the front passenger and Gaw as the driver. Due to the previous noncompliance with officers, a detective grappled the car at the intersection of New Center Point and Constitution Avenue, and both individuals surrendered to police. Both are facing charges of Motor Vehicle Theft, and Gaw was also charged with Felony Eluding. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Bloomberg
25-04-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Gaw Capital Targets $2 Billion for New Real Estate Fund
Hong Kong-headquartered real estate investment firm Gaw Capital Partners is targeting $2 billion in commitments from investors for its new Gateway Real Estate Fund VIII, according to people familiar with the matter. Gaw Capital's latest fund aims to invest in both private credit and private equity deals in Asia Pacific, said the people, who asked not to be identified as the matter is private. Gaw has raised seven Gateway funds with combined equity commitments of more than $13.6 billion in more than 92 investments, according to its website.
Yahoo
08-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Hong Kong's Gaw Capital buys iconic Tokyo mall for over $1 billion
By Anton Bridge TOKYO (Reuters) - Real estate private equity firm Gaw Capital and Singapore-based investor Patience Capital Group have completed the acquisition of Tokyu Plaza Ginza, a prime mall in central Tokyo, in a deal worth more than $1 billion, Gaw's Japan head said on Friday. The Hong Kong-based investor said it had formed a joint venture for the acquisition and management of the property in which it holds 91%, with the remaining 9% held by Patience Capital Group. The deal is the latest in a run of major property transactions in the hot Japanese market. Canadian firm Brookfield Asset Management last month closed two real estate investments in Japan for a total of $1.6 billion. "With favourable macroeconomic fundamentals supporting Japan's real estate sector, this is a highly opportune time to invest," Gaw's Head of Japan Isabella Lo said in a statement. The Tokyu Plaza transaction is Gaw's largest in Japan, where it has been operating since 2014. The firm has roughly 655 billion yen ($4.32 billion) in assets under management in Japan, which represents 40% growth over the past 12 months, Lo said. ($1 = 151.6200 yen) Sign in to access your portfolio
