MULTIPLE schools were placed in lockdown after a 34-year-old man “armed with a machete” was arrested by police.

Cops scrambled to the scene as chaos descended in the Stonydelph area of Tamworth, Staffordshire, just before 9am today.

Armed officers were summoned to the area as a police helicopter was seen whirring overhead.

Reports of a man seen roaming around with a machete in Silver Link Road and Crowden Road sparked chaos in the quiet area.

Officers then arrested a 34-year-old man, from Glascote, on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon in a public place, said Staffordshire Police.

A machete was also recovered at the scene, said the force.

Schools were placed in lockdown, with Stoneydelph Primary confirming it swiftly instigated procedure.

It is understood that several other schools in the area were placed into lockdown, including Three Peaks Primary Academy.

A spokeswoman for Stonydelph Primary said: “At the start of the school day, we received a concerning report involving an unknown man in the vicinity of the school.

“Police were quick to respond and following their advice and school policy, we entered into a lockdown which is known to, and well-practised by, both children and staff.”

Parents of the school have been informed of the incident and kept updated throughout.

Cops said there were no injuries and that local schools had been updated.

A Staffordshire Police spokeswoman stated: “We were called at 8.43am to reports of a man with a machete on Silver Link Road and Crowden Road. No one was reported injured.

“Local officers, together with firearms officers and the National Police Air Service helicopter, were in the area searching for the man.

“A 34-year-old man, from Glascote, Tamworth, was arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon in a public place.

“A machete has been recovered. Local schools have been updated.”

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WHETHER a quick weekday dinner or an elaborate lunchtime feast, meals typically involve a combination of a main dish, vegetables, and often a starch.

And if you’re looking to lose weight, the order you eat each of these components is important, say researchers.

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Researchers from Stanford University tested if eating a dose of fibre, protein or fat before carbohydrates impacted blood sugar spikes.

Frequent blood sugar spikes can lead to weight gain and increased risk of obesity because the body is forced to store excess glucose as fat.

But the experts found this could be avoided by changing not what people eat, but what order they eat foods in.

In the study, the scientists looked at 55 volunteers, half of which has signs of pre-diabetes – a condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes.

They were given a meal consisting of rice on three separate occasions, and had to wear devices to measure blood sugar levels, known as continuous glucose monitors.

In the 10 minutes before each meal, participants were given either a fibre supplement, protein in the form of boiled egg whites, or dairy fat from crème fraîche.

When the researchers looked at the results, they found eating fibre or the egg protein lowered the blood sugar spike that came from eating the energy-dense rice.

Eating the fat before the rice didn’t lower the blood sugar spike but did delay it from happening.

This suggests eating fibre-rich foods like vegetables and proteins like eggs before enjoying carbohydrates could prevent blood sugar surges that can lead to increased hunger.

Professor Michael Snyder, an expert in genetics and author of the study, recommended dieters eat their meals in a specific order.

He said: “Eating carbohydrates later in a meal is still a good idea even though it had not yet been sorted out whether it is best to eat protein, fat or fibre before carbohydrates.

“Eat your salad or hamburger before your French fries.”

Carbohydrates are naturally found in a wide variety of foods, including grains (bread, rice, pasta), fruits (apples, bananas), vegetables (potatoes, corn), legumes (beans, lentils), dairy products (milk, yogurt), and starchy vegetables (sweet potatoes, peas). 

They’re vital for providing energy to the body, particularly for the brain and nervous system. 

They also play a role in maintaining muscle tissue, supporting healthy digestion, and providing essential micronutrients. 

And can help regulate mood, promote heart health, and assist in managing weight. 

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Eating fibre or protein first before carbohydrates was shown to lower blood sugar spikes[/caption]

The NHS recommends carbohydrates make up 50-60 per cent of a person’s daily calorie intake.

For weight maintenance, women generally aim for 45-60g of carbs per meal, while men aim for 60-75g. 

For weight loss, women may reduce this to 30-45g per meal, and men to 45-60g. 

A good starting point is to have about a quarter of your plate as starchy carbohydrates (like potatoes, bread, rice) at each meal, adds the NHS.

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