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Culture ministry announces death of
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 By A.M. Costa Rica staff Gerald Brown, 76, died of pneumonia last weekend at his home in the U.S. state of Arizona. A U.S. citizen, Brown was director of the National Symphony Orchestra and a pioneer in establishing the program for teaching new and talented individuals. Confirmation of the death came from musician Guillermo Madriz, who was director of the National Music Center. Patricia Brown was with her husband when he died. Brown was part of a decisive transformation for the National Symphony Orchestra. In 1971 he took over as conductor of the orchestra and consolidated it as an institution that not only dedicated to interpreting repertoires but also to training new talents in classical music. During his years of retirement, he returned to Costa Rica twice. In 2012 and in 2015, to give concerts with the National Symphony Orchestra. Born in 1942 in Arizona, Brown began music classes from age 5 and later trained at the prestigious Julliard School in New York. He joined the Peace Corps shortly after its creation in 1961 and traveled to South America to teach music. At age 29, Brown became the director of the National Symphony Orchestra of La Paz, Bolivia. Later, in a 48-hour visit to Costa Rica, Brown contacted the cultural attaché of the US Embassy to find out if there was a person from the cultural and musical sector worth knowing and was put in touch with Guido Sáenz. Sáenz is one of the personalities with the greatest knowledge of art in Costa Rica. He is an actor, theater teacher, music critic, pianist, twice was elected to the position of minister of Culture, creator of the Costa Rican Art Museum and its director during four years, director and producer of the cultural program on television, writer, winner of the National Prize of Culture, the Magón, and founder of the Metropolitan Park La Sabana and The Peace Park. Brown and Saenz had lunch together and discussed the possibility of combining efforts in the symphony so that there would be quality interpreters who would also function as teachers for a new generation. The arrival of Brown was controversial, because it involved dismissing 32 musicians from the National Symphony Orchestra and replacing them with 18 foreigners. Oct. 7, 1971, was the first day that Brown took the baton with the orchestra, and the controversy was immediate. Outside the National Theater there were claims of dismissed musicians, and when the orchestra entered, protest pamphlets were distributed by the national artists.
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Directory Gerald Brown, President José Figueres and Vice Minister of Culture Guido Sáenz / 1973 archive photo.
Brown, however, simply waved his baton. First came the national anthem, then the overture of “La Italiana in Algeria,” and public knew that they had a new orchestra in front of them. It was not just a different orchestra it was an orchestra that would make a difference. Brown was director of the orchestra until 1980. "In my case, thanks to the training I received from Master Brown, I was able to travel the world carrying the name of Costa Rica," said Guillermo Madriz, executive director of the Costa Rican Cultural Center. On Feb. 27, 2015, within the framework of the 75 years of the orchestra, Brown was named director emeritus. That same night, at the National Theater, he returned to direct the National Symphony Orchestra. Again he waved his baton to listen to the overture of ‘La Italiana in Algeria’ and he did it with the same baton he had used 44 years before on his first night as director of the Costa Rican Symphony. "I had to throw it away years ago, but I could not," he confessed that afternoon with the faded baton in his hands. Having consolidated the orchestra, Brown’s next objective was to be in charge of the youth program that was inaugurated in 1972. From Costa Rica, Brown left to teach music in different parts of South America and even in Arizona, his home state.
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14 ways to lose
weight without diet or exercise
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By Cathleen Crichton-Stuart Regimented diet plans can be challenging to stick to for prolonged periods. It can also be hard to find the time to exercise. Is it possible to lose weight without doing either? Using a variety of methods of weight control is vital for maintaining a healthy body weight. In this article, learn 14 techniques that people can use to lose weight without diet or exercise. 1. Boost your cooking skills Learning how to cook a variety of meals may aid weight loss. Understanding how to prepare meals and developing better skills in the kitchen can be a powerful way to lose weight without reducing food intake. People who have more knowledge about how to cook different foods are more likely to eat a wide variety of highly nutritious ingredients, including fruit and vegetables, which are great for weight loss. In fact, researchers are increasingly linking weight gain and obesity to poor cooking skills. People who are not confident in the kitchen can try taking a cookery class or watching cooking videos online. A great place to start is Jamie Oliver's Food Tube, which focuses on how to make simple, healthful meals. 2. Eat more protein Protein is an essential part of a healthful diet and is necessary for growth and efficient metabolism. Protein can increase feelings of fullness and delay hunger. A small study in young women found that eating high-protein yogurt as an afternoon snack reduced hunger and calorie intake at later meals. Simple ways to increase the amount of protein in the diet include adding a tablespoon of chia seeds or hemp seeds to breakfast cereals or including more eggs in meal plans. 3. Eat more fiber Fiber is in fruit, vegetables, legumes and whole grains. Fiber is different than other foods because the body does not digest it in the small intestine. Instead, the food moves to the large intestine, where fermentation occurs. This benefits people by increasing fullness, slowing down digestion, increasing food transit time and nutrient absorption, and preventing constipation. People can add more fiber into a balanced diet by eating fruit every day, including whole grains in the diet, such as steel-cut oats and brown rice and eating plenty of vegetables. The fiber in the skin of many vegetables is also beneficial. As long as people thoroughly wash the skin, it is safe and easy to eat when cooked. 4. Try a probiotic Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that are integral to digestion. Recent research links gut and brain function and suggests that probiotics can influence weight, fat mass, and mood. Humans act as the host of these bacteria and provide them with food, including fiber. In turn, the bacteria benefit the intestine and a person's general health. The benefits that they provide include energy for the gut wall and liver cells, specific fatty acids that have anti-cancer properties, and regulating body weight. A diet that is high in sugar and fat can alter the balance of bacteria in the gut, reducing the number of good bacteria. Research suggests that probiotics could help prevent or manage obesity. People can buy over-the-counter probiotics in pharmacies or online. Probiotics also occur naturally in a variety of fermented foods, including yogurt, kimchi, sauerkraut, kefir, miso, tempeh and kombucha. 5. Get more sleep A good night's rest is essential for general health and weight maintenance. Poor sleep disrupts important hormones, including those involved in metabolism. Getting less than six hours of sleep a night can increase a person's risk of being overweight or obese. 6. Reduce stress Yoga can reduce stress and aid weight loss. Raised stress levels can also disrupt hormonal balance. When a person is stressed, their body produces hormones called glucocorticoids. Too many glucocorticoids can increase a person's appetite, leading to weight gain. Stress can also trigger emotional eating. Emotional eating is when a person eats unhealthful foods to try to control and improve a negative mood. Methods to reduce stress include: getting regular exercise, reducing caffeine intake, practicing meditation or mindfulness, saying no to non-essential commitments, spending time outdoors, and trying yoga. 7. Get more vitamin D Some research indicates that those with low vitamin D blood levels are more likely to be obese and not get enough exercise. Other health conditions associated with low vitamin D include: metabolic syndrome, depression and anxiety, type 1 and type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis and osteoarthritis. People can get vitamin D from the sun and some foods. Foods that contain vitamin D include egg yolks, fatty fish, certain mushrooms, and fortified foods.
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Understanding how to prepare meals and developing better skills in the kitchen can be a powerful way to lose weight without reducing food intake.
8. Serve food in multiple small
portions
This method is most useful in a buffet or snacking situation. One study divided single meals into smaller portions to test whether people expected to feel fuller after eating the same amount of food in separate units. They found that by dividing foods into three or six separate portions, the participants' expected level of fullness was greater. When eating at a buffet, a person can take multiple small plates to split the food across. When snacking, they can cut up the snacks and place them on different small plates. A person can also try dividing mealtimes up into several small courses, instead of putting everything on one plate. 9. Use a smaller plate When people serve food onto a plate, they tend to finish all the food on that plate. They could lower their calories with minimal effort by reducing the size of their plate or how much food they put on it. Two 2017 studies found that university students consistently put less food on a special portion control plate. A portion control plate has visual size indicators for essential food groups, allowing people to adjust their portions without the guesswork. Portion control plates are available in some stores and online. 10. Cut out sugary beverages Adding herbs or fruit to water may help curb cravings for sugary drinks. British research linked the regular consumption of sugary and artificially sweetened drinks with higher body fat in children. There are many healthful alternatives to soft drinks. Plain water with fresh mint, ginger, berries, or cucumber is refreshing and contains very few calories. People can also add lime or lemon to sparkling water. Herbal, green, and black teas are also suitable. Many teas come with additional health benefits. Fruit juices tend to be very high in sugar. When possible, it is best to eat whole fruits instead as they contain fiber. 11. Make snacks healthier According to research from 2016, almost one-third of people's daily energy intake comes from snacking. Snacks have increased in size over time, resulting in people consuming too much between meals. However, healthful and homemade snacks can increase fullness and reduce the number of calories that people eat during meals. Healthful snacks include: yogurt, dried prunes or dates, high-fiber fruits, such as apples, bananas, and oranges, high-fiber vegetables, including carrots and broccoli, a handful of unsalted, unflavored nuts, such as cashews or walnuts. 12. Chew more Chewing or mastication initiates the process of digestion. Some preliminary research found that chewing each mouthful thoroughly and prolonging meal duration reduced food intake. Thoroughly chewing food can help a person savor what they are eating. Taking enough time to eat during meals also gives the body time to register when it is full. 13. Try mindful eating Mindful eating, or eating with awareness, is an excellent tool for weight management. Mindful eating may help reduce food cravings and improve portion control. To practice mindful eating, a person should avoid distractions, including televisions, laptops, and reading materials. It is best to eat at a table, concentrate on how the food tastes, and be aware of signs that the body is full. 14. Have family meals Sitting down and eating a healthful meal with family can also play a role in weight management. Eating at home can reduce fat and sugar intake. Parents or caregivers who cook balanced, nutritious meals for children also often pass these positive habits onto them. Editor's note: Cathleen Crichton-Stuart , RD, LD, ACSM EP-C is a registered dietitian and wellness coordinator specializing in nutrition, fitness, exercise physiology, and disease management and prevention. Original article can be reach here |
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Ministry issues fake product alert |
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By A.M. Costa Rica staff
The Ministry of Health issued a warning about the sale of a fake product with the Fat Burn label, which claims to be a medicine to help people burn calories and lose weight. Both the product and the laboratory that produces it do not meet the minimum requirements of medical safety, established by the ministry. That means a high risks for consumers. Officials warn that the people who consume the product are putting their health at risk, and those responsible for their commercialization are exposed to various sanctions including the closure of the establishment. Article 37 of the General Health Law No. 5395 establishes that no person may act or assist in acts that entail danger, impairment or damage to the health of third parties or the population. Recommendations to the population: Do not use, buy or sell the product known as Protein Burn. Be cautious when buying alternative products to traditional medicines. Before consuming any product, verify that they have sanitary registration approved by the Ministry of Health of Costa Rica which can be consulted in the following link: https://registrelo.go.cr/ Acquire medicines and products related to health only in establishments that have a health operating permit granted by the Ministry of Health. All consumers have the right to demand that they be shown the health sanitary service while they are in the store.
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Officials warn that the people who consume the product are putting their health at risk. Go to the doctor if you have a health problem associated with the consumption of any medical product. Report any suspicion of commercialization of products without sanitary registration to the Ministry of Health. There are three ways to file complaints: 1) Go to the complaints office at the Ministry of Health. 2) Write to the email dac.denuncias@misalud.go.cr 3) Use the mobile application Denuncia Salud available for iOS and Android.
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Police arrest 304 suspects in Central
Pacific
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By A.M. Costa Rica staff
The Ministry of
Security has intensified its
patrolling of the Central Pacific
area arresting 304 people
who were reported to be committing
a crime at the time the officers
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Many of these arrests are for crimes against property, such as theft, or for illegally carrying weapons.
Of those 107 arrests, 25 were in Esparza, 24 in Parrita, 23 in the central canton of Puntarenas and 18 in Garabito. The Central Pacific police will continue with this police work and with the different interventions that have allowed them to have these results and that in turn strengthen the different communities of this region, he said.
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Police seize cocaine hidden in a load of pineapple |
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By A.M. Costa Rica staff |
Ministry
of Public Security courtesy photo
The container, destined for Ireland, was already aboard a large container ship named Polar Chile. |
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U.S.
citizen drowned in Osa beach
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By
A.M. Costa Rica staff
Costa Rican Red Cross reported an
U.S. Citizen
identified as
Iom Chiaburu,
77, drowned
Tuesday at the
Roca Verde
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The body
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