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• 4.4 • 100 Ratings
• JAN 10, 2024

#166 - WHY YOU'RE HUNGRY: Everday Solutions

#166 - THE 6 Hunger Control Solutions Jorge Cruise Podcast - Episode 166: Everday Solutions THE 6 Hunger Control Solutions Timestamps: 00:00 - Start 00:39 - Introduction to the episode’s theme: Everyday Solutions 01:14 - Advisory on medical advice and personal insights 01:51 - Discussion on Ozempic and other prescriptions for hunger control 02:42 - Introduction and thanks to Zero Hunger Water 04:15 - Detailed discussion on Ozempic and its usage 10:30 - Insights into caffeine and coffee for hunger control 12:27 - Thoughts on fiber for satiety and diet 14:03 - Benefits of protein shakes in hunger management 16:34 - Warning against non-prescription drugs for weight control 18:43 - The tape worm option: A definite no-go 21:07 - Recap and personal recommendations on hunger control methods 22:53 - Invitation to join on YouTube and other platforms, and request to share the podcast 23:07 - Closing remarks Show Notes Introduction: Welcome to Jorge Cruise Podcast Episode 166, focused on everyday solutions for hunger control. Join Jorge as he delves into various methods including Ozempic, caffeine, fiber, protein shakes, and more. Part 1: Ozempic and Prescription Methods • In-depth discussion on Ozempic and its effects on hunger control. • Recommendations for usage and cautionary advice. Part 2: Zero Hunger Water • Acknowledgement and thanks to Zero Hunger Water. http://zerohungerwater.com Part 3: Caffeine and Coffee • Exploring the role of caffeine in managing hunger. • Personal shift to decaf coffee and its benefits. Part 4: Fiber in Diet • Evaluating the role of fiber for satiety. • Personal viewpoint on high fiber diets. Part 5: Protein Shakes • Advocating for protein shakes as an effective hunger management tool. Part 6: Caution Against Non-Prescription Drugs • Strong warnings against the use of non-prescription drugs for weight control. Part 7: The Tapeworm Option • Discussing and dismissing the tapeworm option for weight loss. Part 8: Concluding Recommendations • Summarizing personal recommendations on hunger control methods. Part 9: Closing Remarks and Invitation • Encouragement to follow the podcast on YouTube and other platforms. • Request to share the podcast for wider reach. Resources Mentioned: • Zero Hunger Water: http://zerohungerwater.com • Upcoming books and episodes in the series Social Media Links: • Jorge Cruise on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Contact: • Email: [email protected] Thank you for joining the Jorge Cruise Podcast. Together, let’s explore effective solutions for hunger control. Until next time, peace and purpose.

• JAN 8, 2024

#165 - WHY YOU'RE HUNGRY: Causes

Jorge Cruise Podcast - Episode 165: “Causes” Timestamps: 00:00 - Start 00:27 - Introduction and personal insights 01:09 - Introducing the ‘Why You’re Hungry’ series 01:41 - Overview of upcoming series parts and YouTube channel 02:16 - Introduction to Zero Hunger Water 03:27 - Discussion on health and modern solutions 04:45 - Opinions on injectables like Ozempic 05:18 - Introduction to everyday solutions 06:28 - Personal journey and book introductions 07:21 - Focus on controlling hunger 10:16 - Assignment for listeners 13:25 - The four main reasons for hunger 20:45 - Overview of upcoming episodes 23:02 - Closing remarks and contact information Show Notes Introduction: Welcome to the Jorge Cruise Podcast, Episode 165. Join Jorge as he explores the causes of hunger and shares his ethos for feeling great all day. Part 1: Introduction to ‘Why You’re Hungry’ Series • Introduction to the five-part series on hunger control. • Personal anecdotes and insights on aging and wellness. Part 2: Zero Hunger Water • Unveiling and discussing the benefits of Zero Hunger Water. http://zerohungerwater.com Part 3: Modern Solutions to Hunger Control • Discussing modern solutions like Ozempic. • Insights into the role of injectables in hunger control. Part 4: Jorge’s Personal Journey and Books • Reflecting on personal growth, previous works, and upcoming projects. Part 5: Understanding and Controlling Hunger • Examining the causes of hunger and strategies for control. Part 6: Closing Remarks • Encouraging listeners to follow the series and share feedback. Resources Mentioned: • Zero Hunger Water: http://zerohungerwater.com • Upcoming books and episodes in the series Social Media Links: • Jorge Cruise on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jorgecruise?lang=en • Jorge Cruise on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jorgecruise/ • Jorge Cruise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jorgecruise/?hl=en • Jorge Cruise on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jorgecruise • Jorge Cruise YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/jorgecruise Contact: • Email: [email protected] Thank you for tuning in to the Jorge Cruise Podcast. Join us in our journey to understand and conquer hunger. Until next time, peace and purpose.

• JAN 5, 2024

#164 - The Kick-Off

Jorge Cruise Podcast - Episode 164: “The Kick-Off” Show Notes Introduction: Welcome to the Jorge Cruise Podcast, Episode 164. Join me, Jorge Cruise, as we embark on a journey in 2024 to master hunger control through the three M’s: Minerals, Movement, and Mindful. Part 1: Introduction         •        Overview of our focus on controlling hunger.         •        Embracing the philosophy: “Feel Great All Day.”         •        Introduction to the three M’s for holistic wellness. Part 2: Focus on Minerals         •        Discussing the vital role of minerals in hunger control.         •        Featuring insights from Dr. James DiNicolantonio, author of “The Salt Fix” and “The Mineral Fix.” https://drjamesdinic.com          •        Introduction to Rob Wolf, author of “The Paleo Solution” and his website: https://robbwolf.com  Part 3: Introducing ‘Why You’re Hungry’ Series         •        Launching the ‘Why You’re Hungry’ series to explore the facets of hunger control. Part 4: Directing to YouTube Channel         •        Inviting listeners to join our YouTube channel for more content. https://www.youtube.com/jorgecruise  Part 5: Closing Remarks         •        Special mention of Zero Hunger Water, our main sponsor. http://zerohungerwater.com  Resources Mentioned:         •        “The Salt Fix” and “The Mineral Fix” by Dr. James DiNicolantonio.         •        “The Paleo Solution” by Rob Wolf. Social Media Links:         •        Jorge Cruise on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jorgecruise?lang=en          •        Jorge Cruise on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/jorgecruise/          •        Jorge Cruise on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jorgecruise/?hl=en          •        Jorge Cruise on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jorgecruise          •        Jorge Cruise YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/jorgecruise  Contact:         •        Email: [email protected] Thank you for joining the Jorge Cruise Podcast. Share this podcast to spread health and wellness. Until next time, this is Jorge Cruise, wishing you peace and purpose.

• OCT 29, 2022

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Restoring This Common Nutrient Imbalance Can Help You Lose Up to 21 Pounds in 19 Days

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Over the years, we’ve tried enough diets to know there’s one common barrier for trying to lose weight fast on any plan: hunger! It’s a problem nutrition expert and celebrity trainer Jorge Cruise has observed for decades. Recently, while speaking with doctors and weight-loss pros for his podcast, The Jorge Cruise Show, he heard the same thing again and again: “Turns out, 90 percent of the time when we think we’re hungry, it’s really ‘false hunger.’” Driving that hunger, experts agree, isn’t a lack of calories but an imbalance in the electrolytes sodium, potassium, and magnesium.

How electrolyte imbalance triggers false hunger

When electrolyte minerals are out of balance, the body thinks it’s starving. “Sodium is the key regulator for magnesium and magnesium controls potassium levels,” explains pharmacist James DiNicolantonio , a research scientist at St. Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute in Missouri and author of The Salt Fix ( Buy on Amazon, $13.19 ). “The body needs electrolytes to function optimally, so you have to get all three in balance.” When the minerals are imbalanced, the body dials up hunger and cravings in an attempt to get the nutrients it needs. In addition to intense cravings, an imbalance also triggers fatigue and headaches — all of which make it difficult to stick to a weight-loss regimen.

This hunger-inducing electrolyte imbalance affects up to 98 percent of women, according to Michael Greger, MD . NYT bestselling author of How Not to Diet ( Buy on Amazon, $18.93 ) . One of the main factors driving an imbalance is the consumption of processed foods, which break down into acidic by-products during digestion. The body uses potassium and magnesium stores to neutralize those acids and protect cells from damage, pulling electrolytes out of balance.

But even women who avoid processed foods in favor of whole foods experience an imbalance. That’s because a healthy diet naturally lowers insulin, which causes the body to release sodium, says DiNicolantonio. “This can lead to a sodium deficiency, which makes weight loss extremely difficult.” Indeed, one study found that after just seven days on a low-salt diet, women gained 15 percent more weight than those on a moderate-salt diet. The reason? A low-salt diet increases stress hormone levels, which instruct the body to store fat, especially around the belly.

Why electrolyte water turns off hunger

Fortunately, Cruise has uncovered a genius way to correct an electrolyte imbalance , eliminate hunger and release excess weight, and it’s as easy as drinking 32 ounces of what he calls Zero Hunger Water — a DIY sip rich in salt, magnesium and potassium — throughout the day. “You make it for pennies, you drink it, and you forget to eat,” he cheers. “It’s like magic.” (Click through for Cruise’s recipe to make your own electrolyte water that works like Liquid IV .)

Just ask Barbara Rastello, 72, who always struggled with cravings. But after incorporating Jorge’s “magic water” into her routine, she felt full and energized — plus lost 21 pounds in 19 days. “I must have had an electrolyte imbalance and just didn’t know it,” Rastello says. “What I do know is I feel satiated drinking the water.”

Even better, belly fat goes first. That’s because correcting an electrolyte imbalance lowers stress hormone levels, “and stress hormones are connected to belly fat,” explains Cruise. “The water helps regulate these hormones, so fat comes off the belly first.” When subjects in a study at the University of California, Irvine, added electrolytes to a weightloss regimen, they lost an average of 56 pounds over just six weeks.

Freedom from hunger and excess weight is just the beginning. “When you correct an electrolyte imbalance, you sleep better and your kidneys function more efficiently,” says DiNicolantonio. Meanwhile, women first spoke to credit this shift with helping to lower cholesterol, banish chronic pain and even reverse prediabetes. Ready to get started? Read on.

How to make an electrolyte water that turns off hunger

“I drink Zero Hunger Water throughout the day, and I literally forget to eat because I have no hunger. It’s effortless,” cheers nutrition expert Jorge Cruise, bestselling author of more than 20 books. Indeed, sipping water spiked with electrolyte minerals sodium, magnesium and potassium can instantly eliminate cravings and help you shed inches effortlessly. The women who First for Women spoke with for this story reported losing up to two pounds a day.

To get started, Cruise suggests making four 32-ounce bottles of Zero Hunger Water (recipe below) at night to drink throughout the following day. Each bottle will contain 1,000 mg. of sodium, 200 mg. of potassium and 60 mg. of magnesium — the amount that ensures electrolyte balance to banish cravings and keep weight gain-inducing stress hormones at bay. And incorporate these simple strategies to supercharge slimming:

Drink one bottle upon waking up. “I have clients who drink 32 ounces of Zero Hunger Water within two or three minutes of waking up,” says Cruise. If that feels like too much water at once, he suggests drinking 16 ounces right away and the remaining 16 ounces within 40 minutes.

“So many people think that to have energy in the morning you need carbohydrates or caffeine,” Cruise says. “But if you have minerals supplying the energy, then your body will burn its stored fat for energy.”

Continue drinking every two hours. “Zero Hunger Water does a good job of holding up hunger for three hours,” says Cruise. Note: Women with high blood pressure should talk to their doctor before starting this plan.

Eat when you’re hungry. “This isn’t a fasting program. It’s turning off your hunger,” says Cruise. “But when you get hungry, you can eat.” He adds that many women he works with don’t feel the need to eat anything until between 3 pm and 7 pm.

Indeed, women on the plan report that they eat one or two meals a day with no snacks in between, which Jorge says is ideal for fat burning. (For more information on different kinds of electrolyte waters, check out our story on Liquid IV .)

Keep meals low-carb. Cruise recommends eating meals that are high in fat and protein, like grilled steak with butter sauce. That’s the key to preventing bloat and burning fat, he says, because when blood sugar is elevated, sodium triggers fluid retention. But when you lower blood sugar with a low-carb diet, salt can help you drop pounds without puffing you up. “When you’re eating a fat- and protein-based diet, your blood sugar levels will fall,” explains Shawn Baker, MD. The result: Your body will begin to burn stored fat for fuel.

Cruise says you can enjoy a Mediterranean-inspired meal like baked fish or chicken, or even pasta or pizza if that’s what will satisfy you. “Just make sure to add protein like sausage or meatballs,” he adds. To fill the rest of your plate, Cruise favors low-sugar veggies like zucchini, asparagus, broccoli, squash, peppers and lettuce, as well as low-sugar fruits like avocado and berries. Cruise says most people feel full after eating and don’t need more food for the rest of the day, but if hunger pangs return, sip another bottle of Zero Hunger Water, and if hunger persists after 20 minutes, enjoy another low-carb meal or snack. For examples of wholesome low-carb fare, see the sample meals below.

Move for eight minutes. Cruise favors interval training (short bursts of intense activity followed by periods of rest), but any movement dials back hunger. “Exercise like intervals actually blunts your appetite,” asserts Dr. Baker. In fact, a study in the Journal of Diabetes & Metabolic Disorders found that interval training reduced hunger hormone production. To get the perks, walk for two minutes, then do four 30-second bursts of speed walking, following each burst with 30 seconds of recovery. End with two minutes of gentle walking.

“I dropped from a size 20 to a size 4!”

Julie Gushlaw made the long climb up the football stadium steps to watch her son perform in his university marching band. But once up there in the heat, she felt ill, forcing her to escape to the cooler inner concourse, where she missed the whole game. That’s when she knew: I’ve had it with my weight. Wearing a size 20, Julie suffered from plantar fasciitis, sore joints and depression. She feared it was only a matter of time before she faced scarier concerns like high blood pressure and diabetes. But diets never worked for Julie. “I was always ‘the hungry girl,’” she says.

So when Jorge Cruise invited Julie to test his Zero Hunger Water, she gave it a whirl. To save time, she reached for premixed electrolyte powders like Redmond Re-Lyte ( Buy on Amazon, $39.99 ) to add to ice water. She drank about 100 ounces of the mineral water per day, and her cravings immediately lifted. She shed 8 pounds the first week, and soon was down 30 pounds. “I felt like a new person. I could walk without pain.”

With a combination of mineral water, healthy eating and interval workouts, Julie dropped 84 pounds in 11 months and no longer needs antidepressants or pain meds. What’s more: Her husband lost 55 pounds, her daughter lost 50 pounds and her mom lost 20 pounds. Julie cheers, “This is the best thing I have done for myself and my family!”

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Jorge Cruise Shares the Secret to Diet Success

Oct 2nd 2022

Jorge Cruise is an expert on food and dieting, having authored over 30 bestselling books in 16 languages. As a celebrity diet advisor, he’s worked with many famous folks, as well as everyday people like you and me.

Jorge first appeared on the Oprah Winfrey show in the 90s and has since contributed to The Steve Harvey Show, The Dr. Oz Show, The Doctors TV, Extra TV, Good Morning America, The Today Show, The Rachael Ray Show, Huffington Post, First for Women Magazine, Women's World Magazine, and the Costco Connection. He hosts the popular ZERO HUNGER GUY podcast.

Today we talk to Jorge about how he got his start, what drives him, and his secrets for losing weight and getting fit, including It’s Skinny Pasta!

WELCOME! SO, LET’S START OUT WITH THE DEEP QUESTION: WHO IS JORGE CRUISE? WHAT DO YOU DO, AND WHAT DRIVES YOU?

Jorge Cruise is a guy who figured out how to keep the weight off. I was an overweight young man, growing up in a family where sugar addiction was my way to numb myself to trauma and stress. When I got old enough to figure out that I didn’t want to be overweight, I became obsessed with figuring out the simplest way to do it.

My first book, called 8 Minutes in the Morning, struck a nerve—a couple of million people bought it. It was featured in Oprah Magazine and then in her book club, and my career expanded from there.

I went on to write more books people enjoyed; 12 million books were published. With that came a following of many folks who struggled with weight. We met, connected, and it brought me to what I do today: helping people do intermittent fasting. Intermittent fasting has become my secret sauce to help people improve both their weight loss and, more importantly, their longevity.

No one has time; we all want shortcuts. So, I’ve made it my quest to give people the tools to take advantage of intermittent fasting and a low-carb lifestyle in the most accessible way possible--so they aren’t hungry.

It's Skinny became a go-to tool in our arsenal . You can eat the whole package! People love pasta, rice, and carbs. With It's Skinny, you can have your "carbs," keep the weight off, and even fast. It's like magic.

TELL US THE MOMENT WHEN YOU DECIDED ENOUGH WAS ENOUGH. WHEN DID YOU START SEEING RESULTS THAT MOTIVATED YOU TO COMMIT TO MAKING LIFESTYLE CHANGES?

My mother passed away the year before I was on the Oprah show. She was in her early-60s, so super young—younger than Oprah and Steve Harvey now. It was tough because I lost her so early due to health misinformation. She would take Ibuprofen and Tylenol like candy. She had a bad hip, and she took them for pain, not knowing that if you don't drink enough fluids, they can harm your kidneys. She lost renal function. It was tough to see her pass away so young.

I wanted to help people—women like my mom who struggle with health information. I wanted to give them a way to understand wellness easily.

At the same time, I was also conquering my own weight issues, and my motivation skyrocketed. I took the lemon of my mom’s passing and made lemonade, and I’ve dedicated my entire career to my mom, Gloria. She never saw me go on the Oprah Winfrey Show, but she was the one who got me there.

LIKE YOUR MOM, MANY PEOPLE DON'T KNOW HOW TO SEPARATE THE INTERNET AND SOCIAL MEDIA NOISE. WHAT ABOUT YOUR HEALTH MESSAGE RESONATES WITH PEOPLE?

Oprah once told me, "I've struggled with weight my entire life. Make it easy. Don't expect people to go through ten steps. Even three is too much. Keep it short and simple." So, for me, that became the big question: how can I make fitness simple?

I’ve made sure that whatever I'm talking about will be understandable and accessible. All 37 books I’ve written have the theme of simplicity, from 8 Minutes in the Morning to The Belly Fat Cure (carb swapping) to Cruise Control (intermittent fasting) to my new book called Zero Hunger, which will feature It’s Skinny.

Zero Hunger is the culmination of my entire shortcut system. One of my first clients was Tony Robbins. He underscored the concept of communicating complex concepts in a simple way.

My book will give people a new perspective on hunger control that doesn’t involve drugs and all the crazy things celebrities use. Many diet drugs are similar to methamphetamines. They accelerate your metabolism, but you can’t sleep at night, you’re anxious, and it’s not good for you. It might work for your class reunion or vacation—you’ll slim down and drop 20 pounds, but it comes right back.

High-fiber diets work, but most people don't enjoy them. People don't want to live off Metamucil. But you get food that’s high-fiber and delicious, like It's Skinny, and it's something people want. It’s pasta that’s part of the lifestyle.

WHAT DO PEOPLE GET WRONG ABOUT NUTRITION AND FITNESS?

The biggest misconception about weight loss is that people try to out-train a poor diet. Even I’ve been guilty of it. My first book was about an exercise plan to bolster your metabolism. Not that you can't elevate your metabolism to some degree, but it's hard to outrun a poor diet.

I’d rather people use fitness to build strength. Strong bones are even more important than muscle strength. You stand up straight, not hunched over; you're not in pain. You can pick up a box and not hurt your back.

Mental health is critical to wellness. Exercise raises dopamine levels like drugs, alcohol, or sugar. When dopamine and serotonin go up, you feel high and happy without the negatives that come from sugar, alcohol, and drugs. I’d love people to use fitness for good mental health and strength-building.

Accountability is also critical for success. Tony Robbins talks about it--you need to check in with someone at least once a week. The more you check in, the better. It might mean scheduling with a therapist, a coach, a trainer, a nutritionist, or someone honest who will tell you hard truths.

TELL US MORE ABOUT INTERMITTENT FASTING. IS IT JUST SKIPPING MEALS?

People, unfortunately, think intermittent fasting (or IF) is torture. They believe it’s literally starving yourself, it's unhealthy, and it destroys your metabolism. Shockingly, it's none of those things. Instead, it's an ancient form of time-restricted eating, mimicking our ancestors.

On my podcast, I interview many incredible people, including experts like Dr. Jason Fung , the leading doctor on IF. Under his clinical supervision, people will drop 15-20 pounds in a week. Dr. Fung gave me the confidence to do IF well.

Fasting works best to lose stored fat. Your body is very intelligent and uses stored fat for energy. IF is the most effective way to tap into that belly, thigh, chin, and arm fat. You can fast for 12 hours or go beyond to 16 or even 20 hours. Many of my clients go 20 hours with one meal a day but give themselves four hours to enjoy that meal.

Benjamin Franklin said, “ the best of all medicines is resting and fasting ." And it’s true—it's almost a cure-all. I'm not a doctor, so you should check with your medical professional before starting any diet. But I've seen people improve arthritis, headaches, chronic fatigue, bad skin, and inflammation. After 16-20 hours of not eating food, your body goes into autophagy—a state of recycling cells into the best version of yourself. As a result, you'll lose weight easily!

The hardest part of IF is turning "off" hunger. My solution is Zero Hunger Water , coming out late fall as a ready-to-drink product. It's an electrolyte drink with the proper ratio of minerals that acts like an appetite suppressant. It improves blood volume. When your blood volume increases, you feel full, and the phantom hunger disappears.

You can even make Zero Hunger Water yourself at home. I have a masterclass on how to make the water, and I give out the recipe for free—it’s ¼ of a teaspoon of salt in 32 ounces of water. Then you can add magnesium and potassium. You can sweeten the water with stevia or monk fruit. You drink that and follow the IF meal plans.

IF success is just two steps. First, you replace two meals with Zero Hunger Water. Then you enjoy a sensible meal each day--that’s where It’s Skinny comes in.

My go-to meal is protein with It's Skinny pasta . I love steak or chicken with a little salt. I look for fattier, darker cuts like ribeye and have it with my It's Skinny Pasta, and my body feels great! It's getting all the nutrients it needs and has almost 24 hours to digest the protein and fiber.

The people who live the longest are lean . The bigger you are, the harder it is to live longer. With IF, you maintain the slim figure you want and enjoy a longer, healthier life. It’s a miracle, in my opinion. And we have many tools for hunger control, including Zero Hunger Water and It's Skinny Pasta.

WHY IS IT'S SKINNY A CRUCIAL PART OF THE ZERO HUNGER PLAN?

When people fast, they want their meals to be delicious and worth it. As much as I encourage them to eat high protein, high-fat foods, people want carbs. It's Skinny satisfies those cravings .

Most of us are busy too. When I talk to celebrities like Tony Robbins, Kelly Ripa, and Cher, they want shortcuts and easy ways to keep in shape.

My number one tip for most people is to eat good protein and find a carb you like. For most, the top carb is pasta. It's Skinny is now part of all of our meal plans. You can have a bowl of pasta with creamy butter, salt, and pepper, and it’s like you didn’t eat a thing. It’s a cheat. I call it a “Zero Hunger cheat.”

You won't even break your fast if you eat It's Skinny without protein or too much fat, because there’s no carbs or sugars. Many of my clients do a three-day fast monthly and use It's Skinny for those days so they don’t break their fast. It’s delicious, satisfying, and filling.

It's Skinny offers endless possibilities for customization. It fixes the issue of carb cravings with a guilt-free plant-based pasta . There are no negative consequences. It's every dieter's dream! I'm hoping people like Oprah, Gail King, Tyra Banks, the Real Housewives—all the women I've worked with—will try it.

If you try It's Skinny, I know you’ll love it too! With It's Skinny, you can follow the Zero Hunger Plan easily. Enjoy the results and get a healthy body that you’ll feel proud of.

I believe in It's Skinny so much that I'm offering people FREE PASTA on me ! Want to know how to claim your FREE PASTA? When you buy 3 boxes of ANY It's Skinny Pasta, you get ONE free box, on me. That means you can try It’s Skinny Spaghetti, Angel Hair, Fettuccine, and Rice and create all your favorite dishes. Don't miss out on FREE PASTA today! Head over to ItsSkinny.com/JORGE for this amazing deal.

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Vacationing woman killed when shuttle bus crashes into group of people near cruise port

HONOLULU ( KHNL/KGMB/ Gray News) - A woman on vacation was killed when a shuttle bus dropping passengers off near a cruise port in Hawaii crashed into a group of people.

Dianna Cricelli, 68, from Pocahontas, Illinois, was taken to a hospital in critical condition where she later died, according to police traffic investigators.

She was reportedly with family celebrating her 46th wedding anniversary. Her husband, 66-year-old Frank Cricelli, was also seriously injured in the crash.

“The family is mourning the loss of Dianna. They are asking for privacy during this difficult time,” Frank Cricelli said in a message relayed by the Visitor Aloha Society of Hawaii.

Three others, including a 67-year-old woman, a 55-year-old woman, and a 58-year-old man, were also seriously injured in the crash, according to officials.

Additionally, a man in his 70s was taken to the hospital in stable condition while six other adults, ranging in age from their 40s to their 70s, suffered minor injuries and declined transport.

The crash happened at about 10:20 a.m. Friday in a private parking lot near a cruise ship port in Honolulu. Honolulu police reported the 57-year-old driver of the shuttle bus was dropping passengers off and picking others up when he was notified that the vehicle was moving forward.

According to police, the driver jumped into the driver’s seat in order to stop the bus but pressed the gas pedal instead of the brakes.

“Somebody screamed, and then I looked over and the bus hit into the crowd,” Janet Lightfoot, an ER nurse from Florida, said.

Lightfoot and her mother had been on a cruise and just disembarked Friday morning to go shopping. They were waiting for a shuttle when they saw a bus with a Hilo Hatties logo heading toward a crowd of people.

“It just kept going and my daughter yells out, ‘There’s nobody driving the bus.’ And then poof, it hits the wall,” Linda Reck, who was vacationing from Florida, said.

Police said the bus crashed into a group of people, pinning several against concrete barriers.

“It just kept going until it hit the wall there. Big, cement block was pushed out and the bus hit into the wall,” Lightfoot said. “I ran over and kind of started triaging people and trying to help.”

Bystanders said the chaotic scene unfolded in seconds.

“It was shocking,” witness Mike Frost said.

Lightfoot said she’s accustomed to seeing traumatic injuries, but that witnessing this crash felt different.

“We’re on vacation. The husband of one of the family members was there and just sad,” she said.

The Visitor Aloha Society of Hawaii said those who were seriously injured were all from Illinois and that they are being offered assistance.

Carnival Miracle issued a statement following the crash, reporting that nine of the people hit by the shuttle bus were guests on their cruise.

“Members of the Carnival Care Team are assisting the guests,” the statement said in part. “Our thoughts are with the guests affected and their loved ones.”

They reported the ship was on a 15-day trip that departed from Long Beach, California on April 6.

Honolulu police said it’s unknown if drugs or alcohol were factors in the crash.

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First Thing: Fears Iran’s attack on Israel has shifted focus from Gaza aid effort

About 27 children have died of hunger and malnutrition, raising concerns many more will suffer lifelong effects. Plus, dozens of potential Trump trial jurors excused

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Iran’s attack on Israel tested the country’s air defences, but has for now repaired Tel Aviv’s fractured relationship with Washington – pushing the war and tightening famine in Gaza out of the headlines and down the diplomatic agenda.

Hunger and malnutrition have already claimed an estimated 27 young lives . And for many more – half of Gaza’s 2.3 million people are under 18 – it may be too late to reverse the excruciating toll that starvation takes on small, growing bodies. Last week, Samantha Power, the head of USAid, became the first American official to confirm publicly that in some areas, famine had already taken hold.

In Gaza , where almost all the civilian population is displaced and hungry after more than six months of war, the shift in global attention has been felt acutely. “Countries and peoples were sympathetic to us, but now sympathy has shifted to Israel,” said Bashir Alyan, a 52-year-old former employee of the Palestinian Authority, now living in a tent in Rafah with his five children. “Israel became the victim overnight.”

What’s the latest on famine in Gaza? The UN World Food Programme says malnutrition is spreading at record pace among children. More than 90% of young children and pregnant and breastfeeding women are subsisting on two or fewer food groups – mainly bread – with no access to fruit, vegetables, milk or proteins.

Compounding the problem: Gaza’s healthcare system has collapsed, making malnutrition alleviation nearly impossible.

What is Israel’s position on retaliation against Iran? On Monday, the Israel Defense Forces chief of staff said the “launch of so many missiles, cruise missiles and drones” will “be met with a response.” The IDF interprets the use of ballistic missiles as an escalatory factor by Iran.

Trump’s historic criminal trial enters second day as jury selection continues

Donald Trump’s Manhattan hush-money trial enters its second day on Tuesday morning with continued jury selection.

On Monday, at least 50 people selected as potential jurors – out of the first prospective group of 96 – said they could not serve on the jury because they could not be impartial.

The commencement of Trump’s trial marked a momentous day in US history: he became the first current or former American president to face a criminal trial.

Here’s what to expect for Tuesday: Jury selection is likely to rumble on, amid difficulty in finding jurors without strong views on the former president. On Monday in the courtroom, Trump appeared to nod off.

What is Trump saying? The former president continued to attack the trial – which concerns 34 felony counts over alleged payments to the adult film star Stormy Daniels and Playboy model Karen McDougal – as a scam and a political smear campaign.

ACLU attacks ‘awful’ result for Idaho transgender youth after supreme court allows state to enforce treatment ban

The supreme court – voting split between its six conservative vs three liberal justices – allowed Idaho to enforce its ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth while lawsuits over the law proceed, reversing lower courts.

The justices’ order on Monday allows Idaho to enact a 2023 law that subjects physicians to up to 10 years in prison if they provide hormones, puberty blockers or other gender-affirming care to people under age 18.

The ACLU, representing the teens, said it was “an awful result for transgender youth and their families across the state”.

What do medical professionals say? Gender-affirming care for youth is supported by every major medical organization, including the American Medical Association, the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Psychiatric Association.

What is the context of the Idaho ban? Republican lawmakers have sought to prohibit access to gender-affirming care for minors. At least 23 states have enacted laws restricting care, and most of those states face lawsuits.

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The World Bank said the Covid pandemic had a devastating effect on the world’s poorest countries , bringing poverty reduction to a halt and leading to a widening income gap with the west.

Ukraine accused Russia of endangering the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in “a well-planned false-flag operation”, in exchanges at the UN security council.

Liz Truss, the ex-UK prime minister who held office for 49 days after her uncosted libertarian vision spooked British financial markets , publishes her memoir on Tuesday, which pitches a populist, Trumpian agenda.

The chief weapons handler on Rust was sentenced to 18 months in prison on Monday , for the 2021 fatal on-set shooting of the movie’s cinematographer Halyna Hutchins by Alec Baldwin.

Don’t miss this: what explains the unstoppable rise of Shein?

Shein – which launched in 2011 in Nanjing, China – is the largest fast-fashion retailer by sales in the US. The tag #Sheinhaul has been viewed a collective 14.2bn times on TikTok. How did the company achieve domination ? And what about allegations that some factory employees work 18-hour days, making poverty wages at less than 4¢ a garment? Nicole Lipman goes down the Shein rabbit hole.

Climate check: New Mexico’s rivers are US’s most threatened waterways after 2023 supreme court ruling

New Mexico’s rivers are America’s most threatened waterways , according to conservation group American Rivers. This is largely due to a 2023 supreme court decision that left more than 90% of the state’s surface waters without federal protections from industrial pollution, according to state officials. “Virtually all the rivers in New Mexico are losing clean water protections,” American Rivers’ Matt Rice said.

Last Thing: 80ft statue of Goofy? A Tarzan deathtrap? Disneyland’s scrapped rides

This month, Heritage Auctions sold off a collection of Disney-commissioned artworks for rides and attractions, conceived for Disneyland but never built. They included some off-the-wall ideas . For instance, an 80ft statue of Goofy dressed up as a clown, a Tarzan-themed area where children could swing freely on jungle vines, a Pinocchio-themed water flume shooting visitors through a whale mouth, or the cryptically named Anything Can Happen Land.

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