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June 25, 2025

Good Morning! Today, we'll cover a common food additive linked to blood pressure risk, and how a banana's color affects its nutritional value. Let's dive in! Chrisy Trudeau Managing Editor Blood Pressure Risk Found in a Common Additive Researchers identify a common food additive that crosses into the brain and triggers high blood pressure by activating the nervous system. SHARE*      READ NOW Banana Color Affects Its Nutritional Value “We all know that bananas ripen over time, but the actual process is fascinating,” said Rachel Gargano, a chief registered dietitian. While naturally rich in essential nutrients, their health benefits can vary depending on how ripe they are. Understanding the differences can help you choose the type of banana that is right for you. SHARE*      READ NOW Today's Top Stories Middle East More Fetal Losses Than Expected After Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccination in Israel: Study READ NOW ＞       US News Trump Admin Will Encourage All Americans to Use Wearables, Says RFK Jr. READ NOW ＞       Health News New CDC Advisory Panel to Analyze Cumulative Effect of Childhood Vaccines READ NOW ＞       WORDS OF WISDOM Mistakes are always forgivable, if one has the courage to admit them. – Bruce Lee – Healthy Living TCM Health Conditions How Women Can Prevent Hair Loss by Nourishing the Liver and Kidneys READ NOW ＞       Health Viewpoints How Whole Grains Help Regulate Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar, and Cholesterol READ NOW ＞       Acupoints An Acupoint to Calm Tired Eyes and Reduce Dark Circles READ NOW ＞       Workout of the Day Exercise Recommended by Kevin Shelly Occupational Therapist Good Morning Exercises This classic exercise is a great one to start your day. It provides a good physical workout, is highly controllable, and gets many of your postural muscles ready for an active day. Step 1: Stand tall with your legs shoulder-width apart. With your fingers interlaced, place both hands on the back of your head. Step 2: With your knees slightly bent, bend your hips until you’re in a deep bow with your face toward the floor. Be sure to keep your back straight and your elbows extended straight out. Take a full second to move into the bow. Step 3: Hold the position for one second before rising back up. Step 4: Each full movement is counted as one repetition. Try to perform 15 repetitions per set and three sets. While this exercise may not seem as challenging as the others, don’t be fooled. It works important muscles and can even increase your cardiovascular strength. Explore More Fitness Worth a Look Medical Supplies This Revolutionary New Device Has Saved 4,199+ Lives (Every Home Needs One!)       Contributed by Gan Jing World What Really Happens If You Drink Lemon Water for 30 Days? Exercise Your Brain Spot the Difference SPOT Today's Hurdle GUESS Relaxing Music PLAY Play our popular Crossword and Word Wipe. Want to play something else? See all games. Thank you for reading Rise & Shine! Enjoying this newsletter? We'd love to hear how we can make it even better! Do you know someone who would like this newsletter? Share this sign up link with your friend. Prefer push notifications? Download The Epoch Times from the App Store or Google Play. Trouble viewing this email? View in browser. The information in this newsletter is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified healthcare professional and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It is intended as a sharing of knowledge and information from the research and experience of many experts and journalists. The Epoch Times encourages you to make your own healthcare decisions based upon your research and in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional. * When sharing an article, giftaccess@TheEpochTimes.com is added to the list of recipients. If your friend is not already a subscriber, we will send them a special link for free access to the article. Our Rise & Shine newsletter is one of the best ways to receive vital health news and information. Manage your email preferences here or unsubscribe from Rise & Shine here. Copyright © 2025 The Epoch Times, All rights reserved. The Epoch Times. 229 W. 28 St. Fl. 7 New York, NY 10001 | Contact Us