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glenngould-blog · 6 months

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Japanese Code To Wellness

JAPANESE PEOPLE TEND TO STAY THIN AND HEALTHY. Have you ever wondered why? Today, I offer my traveler’s tale: Cracking the code to Japanese wellness. In this article, I want to explore why Japanese people tend to stay thin and healthy and offer some insights into their way of life that contribute to their wellness. No, I am not going to write about eating sushi. I wouldn’t say I like the…

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#diet #fitness #health #Japanese diet and health #lifestyle #weight loss #weight loss and diet #wellness

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beautyandlifestyleblog86 · 10 days

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One-Pot Lemon Garlic Butter Pasta

Ingredients:

- 8 oz spaghetti

- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth

- 4 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 lemon, zest and juice

- 1/4 cup unsalted butter

- Salt and pepper, to taste

- Fresh parsley, chopped

- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, combine spaghetti, broth, garlic, lemon zest, and butter. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

2. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until pasta is cooked and liquid is absorbed, about 10-12 minutes.

3. Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

4. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.

Enjoy this delicious and easy one-pot pasta that is bursting with flavor and buttery goodness!

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cowsaresushi-coral · 1 year

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I’ve been thinking about this ask, since you’ve sent me it @bugsmoocher and I’m both intrigued AND concerned (I hope that meat was like tartar grade and didn’t have uh unwanted residues in it, and you didn’t get sick in your tumtum).

I was expecting more of something along the lines of cowboy sushi, though my name was actually because I had an inside joke about cows and sushi when I was little, and needed a minecraft username, and cowsandsushi (is ugly) was taken or something. Thank you for this fascinating information, please don’t have have tapeworm.

(Sorry for the late reply, was busy.)

#coral yaps #asks #2022 #lovely information to learn at the potential expense of your digestive system #i'd like to know what brought you to this decision and watch you like a bug #dw about it being too gross my diet is diverse #my only concern is health i hope your digestive system is okay but that's interesting to hear #if you can get high grade meat that's clean and free of parasites #maybe you can put it on some rice and like put some japanese mayo and wasabi #and freshen your palate with some ginger to lighten that beef taste that sounds fascinating

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liliflorida · 2 months

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Written in Japanese, the blog title is " Diet". I'm on a diet now.😅

#my blogs #wordpress #weight loss diet #lifestyle #motivation #ダイエット #ライフスタイル #妊娠糖尿病 #pregnancy diet #rakuten #coupons #panera bread #sweatcoin #health & fitness #pescatarian #japanese #健康 #ぺスカタリアン

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femmefatalearchives · 5 months

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Diets for beauty by country: JAPAN 🇯🇵✨

- The traditional Japanese diet is associated with several health benefits, including longevity and lower rates of chronic diseases. It typically includes:

1. **Fish Consumption:** Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

2. **Vegetables and Soy:** High in antioxidants and nutrients, contributing to overall well-being.

3. **Green Tea:** Linked to various health benefits, such as improved metabolism and reduced risk of certain diseases.

4. **Portion Control:** Smaller serving sizes help maintain a healthy weight.

5. **Low in Saturated Fat:** Reduces the risk of cardiovascular issues.

6. **Fermented Foods:** Like miso and natto, promoting gut health.

7. **Low in Added Sugars:** Contributes to lower rates of obesity and related diseases.

8. **Variety and Balance:** A diverse range of foods provides a broad spectrum of nutrients.

Overall, the Japanese diet emphasizes fresh, seasonal, and minimally processed foods, contributing to a healthful lifestyle.

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ros3ybabe · 5 months

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2024 goals & resolutions 🎀

with 2024 right around the corner I figured it would be a good idea to list out some of my 2024 goals in the different areas of my life. I will have financial goals, health goals, fitness goals, academic goals, and relationship goals.

💕 Financial Goals

build my savings account to a minimum of 1000$ by the end of the year

save enough (~800$) to move into an apartment with my boyfriend

pay off my two credit cards, then use them sparingly

begin investing my money

use a monthly budget spreadsheet (loosely)

💕 Health Goals

Follow a semi anti inflammatory diet using the 80/20 principle

get closer to my goal weight range (healthy weight for my height)

only eat out on occasions, otherwise cook at home only

incorporate more whole foods into my diet

stay hydrated on a consistent level

💕 Fitness Goals

walk 7k-10k steps daily

keep a consistent weight lifting/cardio routine

begin attending pilates/workout classes

don't skip any of my yoga classes at my university

work on improving health and reaching my dream physique

💕 Academic Goals

raise my GPA closer to a 4.0

pass spring/fall classes with all B's/A's

keep a consistent study routine

turn in all assignments conplete and on time

increase class attendance as I am paying for my education and should utilize class time

💕 Relationship Goals

join one to two on campus clubs

make a friend or two within my major

take myself on solo dates

weekly dates with my boyfriend

keep in contact with all friends I make

💕 Random Goals

Read at least 3 books in their entirety throughout the year

Move into a new apartment/rented house

Continue regular posts on my tumblr

Get to N5/N4 level of Japanese proficiency

Get to conversational fluency in Spanish

Those are my goals for the next year! Given that there are 365 days in a year, I should be able to accomplish at least 85% of these!

til next time lovelies 🩷

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pinkpigtailsprincess · 25 days

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𝜗𝜚 ݁ ˖ Dollies 63 Days of Summer Glow up!! Day 1 > Prep 🎀☀️🐬

Hii Dolls!! 🎀 Welcome 2 my newest series of my 2 month long summer glow up process its pretty self explanatory but im gonna be documenting my 2 month long summer glow up process 2 just be a better me!! enjoy!! ☀️

DISCLAIMER!! ; i will censoring and dancing around certain topics just bc ik they can be triggering to some folk that have issues so cw; vauge mentions of w3!ght!! 💗

Stage 1 : Health! ☀️

It always important to keep up with ur health obvii 2 maintain good balance in life! ☀️

𐙚 𓈒 ݁ ₊ Diet!! 🍏

Now diet wise i already do have a pretty balanced and healthy diet to begin with so i won’t have to that much work on my diet but i definitely wanna make small improvements!!🎀

𐙚 𓈒 ݁ ₊ Diet Goals!! 🍋

incorporate different from my usual ones fruits!!

expand my palate (chronic picky eater)

making more meals that are still healthy & tasty but not repetitive!!

not skipping my meals!!

cutting out all meats except fish!!

push myself to like cucumbers

get back into drinking more fruit water!!

stop eating so much cheese!

knowing my limit when eating!

𐙚 𓈒 ݁ ₊ Exercise !! 🧘‍♀️

Doing more exercise is definitely a huge one for me because there was a point where i did it daily but then i stopped bc i feel into a rut but then i started again but only once a month so im trying to get back into daily exercise!!

𐙚 𓈒 ݁ ₊ Fitness Goals!! 🧘‍♀️

workout more than once a month!

do more yoga + cardio + home pilates

use exercise to make me healthier & happier

lose w*ight i won’t disclose how much i want to loose and how much i wanna be bc that’s personal 2 me !!

feeling comfortable in my body + build discipline

𐙚 𓈒 ݁ ₊ Oral Health !! 🪥

I Will say i did recently update my oral hygiene routine bc i got braces so now i have to do more work but i definitely wanna still add things to it!!

𐙚 𓈒 ݁ ₊ Oral Health Goals !! 🦷

consistently floss in the morning as well as night

buy a tongue scraper

get an electric toothbrush

start oil pulling

𐙚 𓈒 ݁ ₊ Mental Health !! ☀️

I Sooo wanna improve some thing in my mental health bc obviously its super important to not only take care of my physical health but my mental health!! 🎀

𐙚 𓈒 ݁ ₊ Mental Health Goals !! 🧁

get back into journaling

get back into meditation

step out of my comfort zone

build more confidence in social settings!

replace most phone time with reading time

spend more time outside

prioritizing rest more

not being to hard on myself

celebrating all my wins and accomplishments no matter how big or small!

Stage2 ೀ⋆ : Hygiene!

I Already have a pretty solid skincare routine to begin with but honestly i just wanna improve to it and add more to it ! 🎀

Skincare ୭₊˚ ! 🎀

For my Skincare routine i already have my products and my basics but honestly i wanna stater using different products to better help my skin!!

❤︎ ໋𓈒 Skincare Goals ! ⭐️

ice rolling

gua-sha

jade rolling

bi weekly dermaplaing

weekly face mask

facial steaming

facial cleansing brush

use more Korean & Japanese products (Japanese products are literally the best)

Body-care ୭₊˚ ⭐️

Another section where i wanna make improvement i already exfoliate,hair removal sometimes and i use my antibacterial soap and my body washes but theres a bunch of things i wanna incorporate!! 💗

❤︎ ໋𓈒 Bodycare Goals ! 🐬

start dry brushing

exfoliate weekly

shave or epilating more often (my own choice bc honestly i don’t like the feeling of body hair

use my glycolic acid more routinely

buy more sweet smelling body products

find a signature scent

use body oil + body butter + body glitter

using an African exfoliating net instead of a rag

Haircare ୭₊˚ ! 💗

For my Hair care i definitely wanna make room for improvement i mainly detangle every day with just some water or style depending on if i need/want to or not and i oil my scalp!!

❤︎ ໋𓈒 Haircare Goals ! 🐬

Grow it out more with the Help of Indian Amla Oil (some said it stinks but if it helps)

Learn More Hair Styles

Use Rice Water

castor oil

Scalp Massage More Often

Hair Masque Bi-Weekly

Trim Split Ends

Deep Conditioning On a Wash Day

Nailcare ! ୭₊˚ ⭐️

use more cuticle oil

professional manipedis bi weekly!

soak my feet with foot salts more

develop my own at home nail care routine

Facials!!🎀

buy new daily vitamins!!

keep my hair professionally done!!

use my primuce stone more

buy more lipgloss + vaseline lip care

Stage 3 ೀ⋆ Makeup + Jewelry + Fashion + Perfumes 🛍️ !!

I wanna learn how to do my makeup again so badly! and this time i have more tips so i can actually learn how to do it properly!! 🫧

Makeup Goals ୭₊˚ !

find the perfect soft glam dolly makeup

perfect my eyebrows

learn to glue down lashes

make the perfect base

learn to bronze and contour correctly

perfect the highlighter placement

get the perfect sun kissed summer doll makeup

again buy more lipgloss

Jewelry Goals ୭₊˚ ! ⭐️

i desperately have been needing new jewelry and for the longest and ive stupidly been wearing silver knowing i like gold better

buy bangels

get gold hoops

get a new nameplate

get more necklaces

get more rings

get anklets !!

Fashion Goals ୭₊˚ ! 🛍️

actually dress in clothes i genuinely like

dress for my body type

not toning down my dressing for random people

build confidence in my outfits

start sewing some of my outfits bc i can

make crochet pieces for the beach

buy tons of cute clothes!!

make more inspo boards !!

Stage 4 ; Posture,Eloquence + Mannerism + Photogenic 🎀🍰

Definitely a Big one for me i wanna fix my posture and definitely speak up more in public bc im a little shy 🙈🎀!

Posture Goals ୭₊˚ ! 🫧

fix my back posture

learn to again regulate my nervous sustem and relax my shoulders

be more fluid in my movements!!

walking with my head up

Eloquence Goals ୭₊˚ ! 🛁

speaking louder in public so people can actually hear me

speaking clearly with confidence

controlling my facial expressions more

smiling more!! 😁

Mannerism Goals + Body Language ୭₊˚ ! 🛍️

I tend to tone down my natrual mannerisms ALOT when im out in public and honestly im tried of not being my true self in public and i let the opinions of those around me influence me into toning it down

be more animated as i am at home in public

walk the way i want to!!

practice princess mannerisms with my own little spin🤭

walk around like a princess bc im literally a princess

Extra Goals ୭₊˚ ! 🛍️

be more photogenic

learn how to pose

be more videogenic

walk around like i won the place (4 the confidence esque of it

Stage 5: Mindset!!🎀⭐️

The Final Stage!!🎀: where ill be implementing so mindsets of some my favs and learn how to express myself in my environment bc honestly it sucks not being able to be myself around my family ⭐️

Mindset Goals ୭₊˚ ! 🐬

knowing my worth

not letting outside opinions dictate my life

unapologetically being myself around my family

reminding my self that people opinions don’t matter

always have a one track mind with all my goals!!

again not being too hard on myself!

Thank you all so much 4 reading i can’t wait till start documenting my journey with you guys!!🎀⭐️ XO,Dolly!!

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aaliyahs-blogg · 5 months

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2024 goals & resolutions 🎀

2024 is right around the corner and I decided to list some of my 2024 goals in the different areas of my life

💕 Financial Goals

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ I want to save at least 1000$ dollars by the end of the year

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ Get a new job that has good pay

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ Use a monthly budget spreadsheet

💕 Health Goals

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ stay hydrated on a consistent level

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ Eat at least 3 healthy meals a day

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ incorporate more whole foods into my diet

💕 Fitness Goals

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ Walk 7k-10k steps daily

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ Begin attending pilates/workout classes

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ Work on improving my health and reaching my dream physique

💕 Academic Goals

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ Raise my GPA closer to a 4.0

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ pass all classes with all B's/A's

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ keep a consistent study routine

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ turn in all assignments complete and on time

💕 Relationship Goals

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ Make some friends who support me and the things i do

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ Keep in contact with all friends I make

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ Weekly hangs outs with my friends

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ Take my boyfriend out at least one day a week with just us to

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ Take my little sister to places she never been

💕 Random Goals

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ Read at least 7 books in their entirety throughout the year

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ Focus on myself and the people i love

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ Keep studying Japanese and French till i am fluent

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ start ballet and dance again

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ Learn how to act

𝜗𝜚 ⋆ Look into modeling

Those are my goals for the next year!

#let’s manifest this shit!#manifestation #manifesting #becoming that girl #master manifestor #consciousness #goals #new years goals #that girl #glow up #it girl energy #dream girl #clean girl #pink pilates princess #wonyoungism #mental health #it girl #girl blogger #girlblogging

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felinefractious · 3 months

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do you know if theres any harmless tailless genes that can be present in american feral cat colonies? theres a big problem with feral cats where i live and recently a kitten (maybe 6-8 months) has appeared near my property but she has no tail at all, not even a little bob. im extremely worried that the manx gene might be present in the feral colony, even though she's the only one ive seen with no tail. she's too young for it to have been an accident or an amputation, i think, and it looks completely natural. she's super skittish so unfortunately i dont have any pictures

To the best of my knowledge there are 2 types of bobtail genes that have been documented.

The “asian bobtail” is caused by a HES7 mutation. This results in a short, kinked but not absent tail and isn’t associated with any health issues. This gene is responsible for Japanese Bobtails and likely the cause for other Eastern bobtail breeds such as the Kurilian and Mekong.

The “natural bobtail” is caused by a T-Box mutation. The expression of this gene is highly variable and not predictable, ranging from a decreased tail length to an entirely absent tail. This gene is responsible for the Manx and has also been documented in other Western bobtail breed such as the American Bobtail and Pixiebob.

The “manx gene” appears to be somewhat present in American feral populations, as evidenced by the presence of “manx syndrome” in affected moggies.

Bunni has a “stumpy” tail and is afflicted with manx syndrome effecting her gait and resulting in urinary incontinence, needing her bladder expressed manually throughout the day.

Cora has a “stumpy” tail and is effected by manx syndrome resulting in a degree of fecal incontinence which is managed reasonably well on a prescription diet.

Will doesn’t have a listed tail-length but is somewhere on the manx spectrum and has both urine and fecal incontinence due to manx syndrome.

Linguine has a “stumpy” or “longy” tail, based on the one image where it’s visible, and due to manx syndrome experiences urinary incontinence when she’s asleep.

Bob had a “rumpy riser” tail and is fully incontinent due to manx syndrome but wears a diaper without a problem.

Rumpie is a “rumpy” with no tail who has a gait effected by manx syndrome and a degree of incontinence.

Cece is a “rumpy” with no tail and has issues with constipation and doesn’t always make it to the litterbox as a result of manx syndrome.

Bunny, Monkey, Billy Cat and Olaf are all tailless “rumpy” cats with degree of incontinence. Bunny is also lame in a hind leg.

Research has indicated that tailless cats experience a significantly increased rate of manx syndrome - although it can effect any tail length where the gene is present, as seen by some of these adoptable cats.

So that does put your feral at a statistical disadvantage but it isn’t a guarantee she’ll have any clinical symptoms of manx syndrome. That’s part of what makes this gene so insidious, we know rumpy cats are most likely to be impacted but beyond that it’s anyones guess which cats will display symptoms and how severe.

I think these random-bred moggies being mislabeled as manx or manx mixes is the one time I’m not bothered by breed misrepresentation, as the issues the experience are the same as the real deal and it raises awareness of manx syndrome.

More information on manx syndrome for those interested:

Genetic Welfare Problems of Companion Animals: Manx Syndrome

Manx Syndrome in Cats

Manx Syndrome and Spinal Bifida

#anonymous #asks #breed health #cat breeds #cat genetics

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beautyandlifestyleblog86 · 19 days

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Recipe for a delicious and nutritious Avocado and Salmon Salad with a Lemon-Dill Dressing:

Ingredients:

- 1 avocado, diced

- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

- 2 cups mixed salad greens

- 1 can of salmon, drained and flaked

- 2 tablespoons olive oil

- 1 tablespoon lemon juice

- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped

- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, mixed salad greens, and flaked salmon.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, fresh dill, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.

3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

4. Divide the salad into serving bowls and garnish with additional dill, if desired.

5. Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing and flavorful salad packed with healthy fats and nutrients.

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mikoyamisheadcanonblog · 1 year

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LASL Cooking Headcanon

LASL cooking Headcanon

Law

-Law is a decent cook. He isn’t the best and usually knows how to make the basics, such as rice, pasta, chicken, and Japanese curry.

-He is really good at making onigiri (Riceball) they are easy to make, easy to snack on while working and he can eat a lot.

-He just knows enough to survive and get some flavor in his food to make it edible

-He really doesn’t experiment with food as he wouldn’t know how or what to do or barely understands the difference between spices and what flavors would mix well together.

-But he can follow directions to T when it comes to a recipe book, but if it is a more complicated recipe, he might have difficulty following and feel a bit more overwhelmed and there would be some directions he barely understands.

-He really isn’t a fan of cooking or cares for it too much as he just looks for what is edible and good. He would rather spend his time in his books studying, working, or training. He doesn’t have time to cook.

-He will however take time or practice took with his S/O or for his S/O if they want him to.

-He will care about his S/O’s health and while he wouldn’t have the best diet, skipping meals. He will care about his S/O making sure they eat and eat healthily.

Ace

-Can’t cook only knows how to cook meat and fish. Maybe rice. He does know it needs water and rice just the exact amount and how much is up to chance.

-He is good at cooking meat as it always comes out decent or better than you expect it to be, he somehow added the correct spices. But that is all based on luck and him wanting to mix different spices because they tasted good when he tried them.

-He skips out on vegetables or undercooks them, but he really isn’t one to care for vegetables, he does try to spice up his vegetables liking them spicy.

-He did learn how to make his favorite food, ghost pepper spaghetti aglio.

- His first attempt was a total failure, the noodles were too hard, and it was very spicy in some places and salty in others, and large garlic pieces

-He got better over time

-It is one of his favorite things to make for his S/O or receiving

-He does like to cook for S/O but it is never really good and everything is burned

-But he does enjoy cooking with his S/O and trying new recipes together

Sabo

-Probably the best cook out of all four of them, but that isn’t saying much

-Knows the basics to make it edible, he is knowledgeable about the correct seasoning and spices and knows what he likes

-Good at making ramen, though he prefers making simple ramen. Cup noodles are the best.

-He actually will order out a lot when hungry or go out to eat and work. Just because he is working doesn’t mean he has to stop eating.

-Can follow directions from the recipe books but isn’t afraid to mix it up for better flavors

-Without a recipe book he is a mess

-He likes going out to eat or having delivery instead of cooking.

-Terrible at cleaning it just more work he doesn’t want to do.

-Would serve his S/O food on a paper plate and call it good

Luffy

-Can’t cook at all

-What is cooking? It is why he has Sanji to cook for him and the

-Will eat the food while adding ingredients

-Is aware that he needs to cook the meat, and fish before eating.

-But is too impatient and will try to eat it raw

-His S/O will have to cook all his meals and a lot of them to keep up with his appetite

-Though he would be happy with just meat if his S/O just cooked that

-The best meals he has is when he is around his friends

-What is seasoning? What are spices? He doesn’t know, he just knows it tastes good and some taste awful has tried a handful of them if put in front of him.

-Has to be kept in the kitchen if his S/O wants to cook a proper meal for him, but whatever his S/O cooked he will be happy and call it good.

-If he does try to cook, he will break a few plates and just throw whatever he thinks is good into a large pot.

-It is inedible but he tried and he will try to eat it

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breezybirdfarms · 8 months

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Coturnix Quail: Early Layers of Healthy Eggs and Meat, and Joyful Pet Companions

Coturnix quail, also known as Japanese quail, are fascinating birds that have gained popularity among poultry enthusiasts and pet owners alike. Renowned for their early laying capabilities, the exceptional quality of their eggs and meat, and their joyful presence as pets, Coturnix quail offer a unique and rewarding experience. In this article, we will delve into the remarkable characteristics of Coturnix quail, exploring their early laying habits, the health benefits of their eggs and meat, and the joy they can bring to people as pets.

Early Laying Habits: Coturnix quail are renowned for their early maturity and early laying abilities. These fascinating birds typically start laying eggs at around six to eight weeks of age, much earlier than most other poultry breeds. This early onset of egg production makes Coturnix quail a practical choice for those seeking a consistent and abundant supply of fresh eggs.

Healthy Eggs: The eggs laid by Coturnix quail are not only early but also highly nutritious. Despite their small size, these eggs pack a powerful nutritional punch. They are rich in essential vitamins, minerals, and high-quality proteins. Coturnix quail eggs contain more protein and less cholesterol compared to chicken eggs, making them a healthy choice for individuals looking to incorporate nutrient-dense food into their diet.

Nutrient-Rich Meat: Coturnix quail not only provide healthy eggs but also offer a delectable source of meat. The meat of Coturnix quail is lean, tender, and flavorful, with a delicate taste that appeals to many. In addition to its deliciousness, quail meat is a fantastic source of essential nutrients, including high-quality proteins, iron, and B-vitamins. Its low fat content makes it an excellent choice for those prioritizing a healthy and balanced diet.

Joyful Pet Companions: While Coturnix quail excel in providing eggs and meat, they can also bring immense joy and companionship as pets. Their small size and gentle nature make them ideal for keeping as pets, even in limited spaces such as backyards or small enclosures. Coturnix quail are known for their calm and friendly demeanor, and they can be easily tamed and handled. Their curious and entertaining behaviors, such as dust bathing, foraging, and socializing, can provide endless amusement and companionship to their owners.

Coturnix quail are remarkable birds that offer a wide range of benefits to those who choose to raise them. Their early laying capabilities ensure a consistent supply of healthy and nutritious eggs, while their tender meat provides a delicious and nutrient-rich protein source. Additionally, their small size, docile nature, and entertaining behaviors make them delightful pets, bringing joy and companionship to individuals of all ages. Consider embracing the charm of Coturnix quail and discover the wonders they can bring to your life!

If you are in Canada, stop by the BBF shop and pick up some hatching eggs to start your own flock today!

Candace Breezy Bird Farms

#CoturnixQuail #EarlyLayers #HealthyEggs #NutrientRichMeat #JoyfulCompanions #PetQuails #BackyardPoultry #SmallSpacePets #SustainableEating #FreshEggs #ProteinSource #QuailLove

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anincompletelist · 4 months

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get to know me tag! :D

OKAY @bigassbowlingballhead I am combining your tag with the ones from @littlemisskittentoes and @read-and-write- even though those were SO LONG AGO NOW but I realized I haven't ever really posted much about myself on here (unless you've followed me over from @soldouthaz ) sooooo HERE IS THAT? <3 thanks for the tags friends I loved reading about y'all!

First Set

Last Song: JAPANESE WHISKEY by Ruel

Last Film: No Hard Feelings jshdkjshd

Currently Reading:

the books sitting beside my laptop right now are:

- War of the Foxes / Richard Siken - Letters to Father / Franz Kafka - Time is a Mother / Ocean Vuong - On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous / Ocean Vuong - Devotions / Mary Oliver - The Cinnamon Peeler / Michael Ondaatje - Little Weirds / Jenny Slate

and fic-wise:

- I am hoping to finish the newest chapter of a sea of hope by acastle tonight - I just read A Thing of Beauty by @orchidscript last night (was wonderful!) - and I just compiled a list of all my January favorites here !

Currently Watching: The Bear is the next one up on my watch list if I ever manage to get around to it! love ayo so much!

Currently Consuming: a large diet coke from sonic skjhdkshd my beloved <3

Currently Craving: a cinnamon roll?

Three ships:

Firstprince

Sterek

I used to write Larry so I guess that counts? skjdhsdjkh

First Ship: oh gosh, I think sterek, but also technically Eddie and Loren from a show called Hollywood Heights when I was in middle school skjdhkjshd

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Second Set

Were You Named After Anyone?

yes! the story of Sarah in the Old Testament of the Bible! she was described as faithful, loving, caring, stubborn (ha), and loyal, and also ties into my adoption story :)

When Was The Last Time You Cried?

oh gosh, several days ago, I think? it was my birthday skhdkjshd (no further explanation needed)

Do You Have Kids?

I do not, although I am the certified and confirmed 'Mom Friend'

What Sport Do/Have You You Played?

no <3

Do You Use Sarcasm?

not typically unless it's with someone I am very comfortable with. I work in a lot of mental health conscious areas and am studying to be a therapist so I try not to use any type of humor that could be negatively interpreted!

What's The First Thing You Notice About Other People?

usually body language! I'd say I pick up on energy fairly well, so that too, if applicable.

What's Your Eye Color?

blue! (surprise I am Henry)

Scary Movies or Happy Endings?

cannot watch scary movies, I have far too much anxiety in general to have a need to induce it intentionally jshdkjhs. it doesn't have to be a happy ending though, so long as the theme/lessons are well done. I adore digging into films and picking apart all of the layers and symbolism, so anything with some emotional weight is right up my alley! but I enjoy a bit of everything :)

Any Talents?

I'm a photographer both as a job and as a hobby, and I work part time as a makeup artist as well! I enjoy writing in my free time (obviously) and I like painting and drawing, although I definitely wouldn't consider myself very talented in those areas skjdhksd. honestly anything creative I will try and probably enjoy!

Where Where You Born?

Texas (I am Alex actually)

What Are Your Hobbies?

I touched on it earlier but photography, makeup, reading/writing, anything creative and anything psych related pretty much!

Do You Have Any Pets?

I have three! all dogs, two chihuahuas and a dachshund :)

How Tall Are You?

5'5? (I have been telling people my entire life I'm 5'7 and at my last doctor's visit they informed me that I was a liar!)

Favorite Subject in School?

english and psych!

Dream Job?

any place I can help people. I would love to be involved in a cause larger than myself while also getting to do something I'm passionate about, so anything from an english teacher to an editor to a therapist to volunteer work!

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open tag to anyone who would like to share! <3

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#about me

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mariacallous · 4 months

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For the past 25 years, Japan’s central bank and government have found common cause in trying to end deflationary pressures that have been seen as a drag on economic growth. Now that they are succeeding, the verdict is in: People don’t like it.

Under standard economic theory, high levels of deficit spending coupled with ultra-low interest rates should almost inevitably lead to higher rates of inflation—usually a problematic outcome for most economies. But Japan has become the poster child for the risks of the opposite problem, persistent price and wage deflation.

Former U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke was a strong advocate of action by the Bank of Japan (BOJ). “Addressing the deflation problem would bring substantial real and psychological benefits to the Japanese economy, and ending deflation would make solving the other problems that Japan faces only that much easier,” he said in an address to the Japan Society of Monetary Economics in May 2003, when he was still just a member of the Fed board. At stake, he said, was not just the economic health of Japan “but also, to a significant degree, the prosperity of the rest of the world.” His worries of a similar deflationary trap in the United States were one of the reasons he would later propose as Fed chairman the massive quantitative easing, or QE, program following the 2007-08 global financial crisis.

To achieve this, the BOJ first tried ultra-low interest rates and, when that failed, zero interest rates and finally negative interest rates. In addition, there were various programs to encourage lending, including special funding to banks that lend to smaller companies with growth potential and to banks that increased their lending by a certain amount. The lending initiatives ran into two primary obstacles: Japanese banks only want to lend money to companies that don’t need it (big companies in Japan sit on massive cash holdings), and with such low rates, the cost of initiating and servicing the loans outweighed the profits in terms of interest payments.

The ultimate plan to defeat all this came from the affable Haruhiko Kuroda, appointed in 2013 by newly elected Prime Minister Shinzo Abe as the head of the BOJ. Kuroda, a former Finance Ministry official who was therefore an outsider within the central bank, threw caution to the wind. He would, he promised, create 2 percent inflation in two years by doubling the BOJ’s balance sheet.

Moving beyond the Fed’s QE, Japan would have QQE, adding in the idea of qualitative to quantitative easing, meaning that the bank would not buy just government bonds but also riskier assets. The result was indeed a massive expansion in the balance sheet, in effect monetizing the government’s steady diet of fiscal overspending equal to around 30 percent of the total budget each year. Even though the balance sheet more than quadrupled over Kuroda’s 10-year term, the idea of a “virtuous cycle” of higher wages driving higher prices remained elusive for almost all of his tenure, with the consumer price index stuck around zero.

This was to change but not because of any central bank policy. Instead, it was due mainly to the world’s recent No. 1 game-changer: COVID-19. With higher import costs and supply chain disruptions, higher prices, albeit at a modest level by global standards, became visible in virtually every sector of the economy. By January 2023, the consumer price index jumped to 4 percent, the highest level since 1981 and well over the 2 percent target set by the BOJ. Within this, hotel prices have surged, rising 63 percent as foreign tourists again pack central Tokyo and Kyoto. For Japanese shoppers, much of the impact has been in the form of “shrinkflation” as food producers try to hide the higher costs. A bag of coffee in central Tokyo can still be found for around $4—it’s just that the same package now holds 40 percent less coffee. No wonder major food packaging companies saw their earnings jump 33 percent last year.

As a result, stagnant wages finally have started to show signs of movement as a shrinking workforce, good economic growth, and skills shortages have bid up salaries. Wages in October 2023 were up 1.5 percent year-on-year, and union workers logged average increases of 3.6 percent in their spring round of labor negotiations.

So why isn’t everyone happy? The reality is that the two growth lines have resulted in a steady decline in real wages adjusted for inflation. According to government figures, real wages fell for 20 consecutive months up to November 2023, registering a 3 percent decline year-on-year.

“People are not stupid,” said Jesper Koll, a global ambassador for the Monex Group and one of Japan’s best-known economists. “The 30 years of deflation have come to an end, but are the Japanese people getting the kind of inflation they want?”

Indeed, while deflation has had policymakers gnashing their teeth as Japan became relatively poorer (some tech jobs pay better in Vietnam than in Japan today), it was good for salaried workers who saw their pay rise modestly while prices would fall around 1 percent annually. The new scenario is more complex. As workers in any inflationary economy can attest, wages almost always rise more slowly than retail prices. One BOJ official in the pre-Kuroda days in 2012 said privately that their surveys showed people preferred deflation even as the central bank was trying to stamp it out.

The sticker shock of rising prices has been an unwanted blow to Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, who is facing a crisis in confidence for no clear reason—except that people don’t seem to like his administration. Kishida and U.S. President Joe Biden could no doubt commiserate on that front.

Last fall, when the government’s approval ratings fell below the “danger zone” of 30 percent—the figure that often heralds a party search for a fresh face as prime minister—Kishida started handing out cash that the government didn’t have, offering subsidies to limit the impact of higher prices in energy and utilities. Even this backfired badly, raising allegations that he was trying to buy his way back to popularity.

“What people are frustrated with is that he increases spending all the time but has no program to pay for it. The Japanese people are rational with their money—they don’t go out on spending sprees,” Koll said.

Kishida, who took office in October 2021, now has support of just above 20 percent by most polls, with two-thirds of respondents saying they disapprove of his administration. This would normally make him ripe for removal by the party elders who effectively control the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). That has been the model ever since the party was founded in 1955 and helped the LDP to remain in power for all but six years since then.

But Kishida may well survive for a while. The latest in a string of scandals also involves other senior figures in the LDP over potentially illegal fundraising, which has had the effect of shrinking the pool of potential successors. There is also no clear replacement for Kishida who would satisfy both the more liberal and hawkish wings of the party, part of the reason he got the job in the first place.

Another open question is whether Kishida—or a successor—will get to actually see an end to the 25 years of deflationary pressures. The latest inflation figures show a softening in price increases, with core inflation (without fresh food prices) rising just 2.5 percent in November 2023, its lowest in 16 months. That may be good news for consumers, but it has some economists skeptical over whether the economy has really turned the corner toward self-sustaining wage-price increases or if the new figures point to a consumer slowdown that would lead to a downturn. The focus will be on this spring’s union wage negotiations, where both the workers and the government are hopeful that increases will finally put workers ahead of inflation, at least for now. The companies that would have to pay for this have shown less enthusiasm.

But some economists remain skeptical. “I would venture that the wage hike to come during next spring’s negotiations won’t quite reach the level expected,” Takahide Kiuchi, an economist at the Nomura Research Institute and a former BOJ board member, wrote in a November report. He said this may prompt the BOJ to hold off on any changes to its negative rates. Japan remains the only country to maintain ultra-low rates as other advanced economies have switched to tighter money policies as inflation surged.

At the same time, Kiuchi noted, delaying for too long means the bank’s balance sheet will continue to grow as it buys bonds to keep yields at zero or below. This will increase the risks to its own financial position if interest rates rise in the future, since the massive holdings would plummet in value. With the balance sheet now larger than Japan’s annual GDP, the implications could be severe, a polite way of saying that it would face insolvency. If that happened, the government would be forced to bail it out. But the government is already using the BOJ to pay for its own financial excesses.

It’s all enough to leave the average Japanese yearning for the good old days of deflation.

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ros3ybabe · 6 months

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Day 4 - 90 Day Challenge 🎀

I got a lot done yesterday, I'm actually super proud of myself! I didn't do every single goal I had but I did a lot of them and to me that still counts for something!

🏋‍♀️ Physical Health

walked to and from campus✅️

did not hit 8k steps❌️

did not stretch before bed❌️

took my morning meds✅️

did not take my night meds❌️

read 3 chapters of Fast like a girl ✅️

made the decision to begin Intermittent fasting again ✅️

🧠 Mental Health

read a chapter of Atomic Habits ✅️

guided Journal in the AM ✅️

guided Journal in the PM ✅️

listened to a podcast from the mindset mentor about productivity ✅️

❤️ Emotional Health

answered the journal prompt "What am I addicted to?" (stimulation and validation were the two things i immediately thought of) ✅️

wrote down a list of relevant affirmations ✅️

read a section of 101 Essays ✅️

did not read a chapter of attached ❌️

📚 Intellectual Health

completed writing assignment for psychology ✅️

complete nutrition chapters quiz ✅️

researched PCOS friendly foods and diet ✅️

Researched fasting and it's benefits (specifically for PCOS) ✅️

did not budget yet ❌️

attempted but did not complete any language lessons ❌️

🥳 Social Health

did not zoom call with boyfriend ❌️

did not text friend ❌️

🥰 Self Love/Care

AM + PM Skincare ✅️

oil + washed hair + used a hair mask ✅️

cleaned around my bedroom ✅️

washed towels + sheets + pillowcases ✅️

washed dirty clothes ✅️

washed comforter ✅️

cleaned my makeup brushes ✅️

Misc.

decided I wanted to try out crochet in winter break

looked into other artsy hobbies

As I said, I got a lot done yesterday. My boyfriend and I ended up getting a little upset with each other over something which brought my mood down a little bit but I still managed to have a good day and him and I were good by the end of the day thankfully. communication goes a long way. Now, for today!

🏋‍♀️ Physical Health

morning workout

complete fasting window; 8 hour or less eating window

cook a healthy dinner

read a chapter of Fast Like A Girl

🧠 Mental Health

Read 1 Chapter of Make Your Bed

Meditate sometime during the day

AM + PM Guided Journal

❤️ Emotional Health

answer a journal prompt question

repeat affirmations to myself for 2 minutes

read a chapter of 101 Essays

read a chapter of attached

📚 Intellectual Health

1 Busuu Japanese Lesson

1 Duolingo Spanish Lesson

Complete remaining 2 Homework assignments

🏘 Adulting Tasks

look at insurance stuff some more

find Social Security card

disinfect all tech devices

🥰 Self Love/Care

Skincare at least once today

put away all clean clothes

lay down in silence for 3 minutes

So I replaced social health with adulting tasks as I'm a more introverted person so the only social tasks would be calling my dad or talking to my boyfriend or the occasional chat with the roommates. I also know that "lay down in silence" is odd but I'm trying to train myself to be okay with being bored. sort of like meditation but with an emphasis on the do nothing aspects.

I'm super tired today for no reason, but I know I'll get at least 90% of my goals met.

Til next time lovelies 🩷

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justforbooks · 4 months

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24 January 1972 Japanese soldier Shoichi Yokoi was found hiding in the Guam jungle.

Initially, Yokoi served with the 29th Infantry Division in Manchukuo. In 1943, he was transferred to the 38th Regiment in the Mariana Islands and arrived on Guam in February 1943. When American forces captured the island in the 1944 Battle of Guam, Yokoi went into hiding with nine other Japanese soldiers. Seven of the original ten eventually moved away and only three remained in the region. These men separated, but visited each other periodically until about 1964, when the other two died in a flood. For the last eight years, Yokoi lived alone. He survived by hunting, primarily at night. He also used native plants to make clothes, bedding, and storage implements, which he carefully hid in his cave.

On the evening of 24 January 1972, Yokoi was discovered by two local men checking shrimp traps along a small river on Talofofo. They had assumed Yokoi was a villager from Talofofo, but he thought his life was in danger and attacked them. They managed to subdue him and carried him out of the jungle.

Yokoi later said that he expected the local men to kill him at first but was surprised when instead they allowed him to eat hot soup at their home before turning him over to the authorities. He was in relatively good health, but slightly anemic due to a lack of salt in his diet according to doctors at Guam Memorial Hospital.

"It is with much embarrassment that I return," he said upon his return to Japan in March 1972. The remark quickly became a popular saying in Japan. He had known since 1952 that World War II had ended but feared coming out of hiding, explaining that "We Japanese soldiers were told to prefer death to the disgrace of getting captured alive."

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