#(<- at regulating fluid intake)

[inkblot-skyz]

i've been needing to pee more all morning and i was getting concerned but google just said it's just hydration and god is this what it's like?? you need to pee all the time???

[ecobud]

Everything You Need to Know About Water Balance in Your Body

"Water balance" refers to the body's regulation of fluid levels. This is a crucial process, as even a small change in fluid levels can have a big impact on how the body functions. For athletes, proper water balance is especially important, as it can help to improve performance and prevent dehydration.

So, are you interested to learn more about water balance? If so, keep on reading:

Why Is Water Balance So Important?

Water balance is the process of ensuring that the body has enough water to function properly. The body is made up of approximately 60% water, so it is essential that we maintain a healthy water balance.

There are a number of reasons why water balance is so important. However, the biggest reason for this is the fact that water plays a role in almost every bodily function, from digestion and metabolism to temperature regulation and detoxification. Even small changes in our body's water levels can have a big impact on our health.

Dehydration can lead to a number of problems, including headaches, fatigue, dizziness, and an increased risk of injuries. In extreme cases, it can even lead to death. On the other hand, too much water can also be dangerous. Overhydration can cause problems such as water intoxication, which can lead to vomiting, diarrhoea, and seizures.

What Factors Affect Water Balance?

There are a number of different factors that can affect water balance. One of the most important is the environment. Different environments can have a big impact on how much water the body loses or retains. For example, in a hot environment, the body will sweat more in order to cool down, which can lead to dehydration. On the other hand, in a cold environment, the body may not sweat as much, but it will still lose water through respiration.

It's important to be aware of how different environments can affect water balance and to take steps to stay properly hydrated in all conditions. This can mean drinking more water than usual in hot weather or carrying a water bottle with you when you're exercising in the cold.

Overall, proper hydration is essential for athletes of all levels. By paying attention to water balance and taking steps to stay properly hydrated, athletes can improve their performance and avoid dehydration.

How Do I Regulate Water Balance in My Body?

So, how do you make sure you are getting enough water? And, how do you know if you are drinking too much water?

The best way to gauge your hydration levels is to pay attention to your thirst. When you feel thirsty, that is a signal that your body is already starting to become dehydrated. Try to drink small sips of water throughout the day rather than large gulps.

For most people, drinking eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day is a good goal. However, your needs may be different depending on your activity level, the climate you live in, and your overall health.

If you are sweating a lot or spending time in a hot climate, you will need to drink more water to replace the fluids you are losing through sweating. If you are sick or have a fever, you may also need to drink more water.

On the other hand, if you have kidney problems or are taking certain medications, you may need to limit your fluid intake. Check with your doctor to see if you have any special hydration needs.

Overall, stay tuned to your thirst, and drink plenty of water throughout the day to keep your body properly hydrated. Avoid drinking any sugary drinks and the like as well, as those can actually make you dehydrated.

Conclusion

As you can see, water balance is vital to our health. Not only does it ensure that every part of the body gets the water it needs to function, but it also ensures that you won't run into health issues. That said, if you find yourself thirsty during your activities, why not bring along a water bottle? This simple act can ensure you stay hydrated at all times, keeping your body in tip-top condition and your mind at ease.

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[xseffort45]

Electrolytes and why they're important especially when water f4st!ng:

Electrolytes are electrically charged minerals, such as sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, chloride, bicarbonate, and phosphate. They are involved in various physiological processes.

During a water f4st, the body can lose electrolytes through various means, such as urine, sweat, and even through breathing.

Without sufficient intake of electrolytes, the body may experience imbalances that can lead to various health issues including:

muscle cramps, dizziness, weakness, irregular heartbeats, and in severe cases, even life-threatening conditions such as de4th.

Here's a breakdown of each electrolyte and its role in the body:

Sodium (Na+):

Role: Sodium is the primary extracellular cation (positively charged ion) and plays a vital role in maintaining fluid balance and blood pressure. It is essential for nerve impulse transmission and muscle function.

Source: Commonly found in table salt (sodium chloride) and many processed foods.

Potassium (K+):

Role: Potassium is the primary intracellular cation. It helps regulate fluid balance, nerve impulses, muscle contractions (including the heart), and maintains proper cellular function.

Source: Found in various fruits and vegetables, such as bananas, oranges, potatoes, and spinach.

Calcium (Ca2+):

Role: Calcium is essential for maintaining strong bones and teeth. It also plays a key role in muscle contractions, nerve transmission, blood clotting, and cell signaling.

Source: Dairy products, leafy greens, nuts, and fortified non-dairy milk.

Magnesium (Mg2+):

Role: Magnesium is involved in hundreds of enzymatic reactions in the body, including energy production, protein synthesis, muscle and nerve function, and maintaining healthy bones.

Source: Found in nuts, seeds, whole grains, leafy greens, and legumes.

Chloride (Cl-):

Role: Chloride is the major extracellular anion (negatively charged ion) and works closely with sodium to help maintain fluid balance and osmotic pressure in cells.

Source: Commonly found in table salt (sodium chloride) and many processed foods.

Bicarbonate (HCO3-):

Role: Bicarbonate is involved in regulating the body's acid-base balance (pH level) and is a crucial component of the bicarbonate buffering system.

Source: The body produces bicarbonate as part of normal metabolic processes.

Phosphate (HPO42-):

Role: Phosphate is essential for bone and teeth mineralization, energy production (adenosine triphosphate, ATP), and serves as a component of DNA and RNA.

Source: Found in various foods, including meat, dairy products, nuts, and whole grains.

To prevent these complications and support the body during a water f4st, it is crucial to supplement with electrolytes.

Many people who practice prolonged water f4st!ng or intermittent f4st!ng find it helpful to take electrolyte supplements or consume electrolyte-rich drinks to ensure they maintain proper mineral balance throughout the f4!sting period. However, it is essential to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any regimen or supplement routine, as individual needs may vary.

[janearts]

okay but what is the state of astarion's kidneys? what has roisia observed in regards to astarion's kidneys? i must now know!

[Anon is referencing this post.]

¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Who knows? Roisia's observations below the read-more.

[Just a wee reminder that I'm not a medical professional. Take everything I say below with a grain of salt as I am just as likely to be flat out wrong. I also want to acknowledge that I'm mixing in some stereotypical vampire traits with what we can figure out about vampires in BG3.]

Roisia believes that Astarion has a partially functioning cardiovascular system. That is to say, he certainly contains blood. He bruises and he bleeds. He can even perish from exsanguination himself. He can experience erections (presumably, anyway). Why he doesn't have a heartbeat is beyond her. Does his blood just sit stagnant in his arteries and veins? What the hell is going on in there?

In the living, kidneys form a pivotal function: they filter the waste (urea) in your blood and create urine to be expelled from the body via the bladder. They also perform a critical function by regulating the blood in your body (volume, pressure, acidity, etc.).

So Roisia knows, for example, that the average medium-sized humanoid has roughly 5 litres of blood in them. The kidneys make sure you stay at whatever level is natural for you, because excessive fluid will increase the pressure on your arterial walls. So the question for Roisia becomes: if Astarion drinks blood to excess, would he experience hypertension or bloating? Or perhaps both? Or maybe neither?

In some form or fashion, the waste that Astarion intakes (e.g., if you're into the vampire version of menstruation sexy times, if he drinks from Roisia's external jugular, etc.) or generates through his own bodily functions needs to be expelled. Does he piss it out? Does he sweat it out? Does he vomit it out? Does it misty escape out of his body while he rests?

The answer could simply be: the waste is magicked out of his body and that's that. If Roisia knew that Astarion urinates, then she would assume his kidney is probably functioning to some degree. If his urinary system is non-functioning, then she would be curious as to how the critical functions mentioned above are managed or if they're even necessary at all for the undead.

TL;DR: Roisia would likely have some sort of idea, but I (IRL) don't have the information I feel I need to even hazard a guess. And I must say questions like this would make Roisia want so very, very badly to take a peek at his insides or at the insides of any vampire or vampire spawn. She is not a Dark Urge character, but that is her dark urge born from an insatiable curiosity to figure out how people—living, dead, or undead—work.

Bonus Points:

Roisia would answer her own questions above with the following theories:

Digestive system could be partially functional if the blood that is consumed is sent to the stomach and then absorbed in whole or in part through the digestive process.

Respiratory system is also likely partially functional. I.e., Astarion can use his lungs (to speak or sigh, for example), but neither a vampire nor a vampire spawn requires air.

Endocrine system is likely no longer functional. (This is my own headcanon so Roisia doesn't have to worry about an unwanted pregnancy.) She knows that the endocrine systems of a Vampire lord are likely somewhat functional due to the existence of Dhampyr. His colder body temperature could be the result of the lack of function of the hypothalamus.

Integumentary system is likely functional to a certain degree. E.g., vampires and vampire spawn are naturally regenerative, but if you were to shave Astarion bald, would his hair grow back to the way it was prior to his death? Skin also helps with temperature regulation and provides a barrier from UV radiation, so it may not be fully functional if his body is a colder temperature and is extremely sensitive to sunlight. (Are his melanocytes dysfunctional or dead?)

Lymphatic system is likely functional to some degree. This would assist the blood consumption + waste removal processes, presumably. It's a bit of a stretch, but since Astarion can experience a diseased condition type (e.g., Flesh Rot, Contagion), perhaps surviving that (after 25 turns) could be spun as an indication of a non-magical immune response?

[twisting-roads]

Iterator Spec Bio (Part 1)

I'm probably going to upload each one in it's own post, but here's an introduction to what this is going to be.

See, I've been trying to explain how iterators synthesize nutrients for a while, and have FINALLY started properly developing it. All this stuff from now on is just words I've copied from my existing master document of the subject at hand.

FOREWARNING

The definition of organ that I will use for iterator is a region or room within the structure of the iterator designated to a specific purpose. The Memory Conflux is an organ. This does not define the systems that connect them, however, such as the areas between RTA, MC, and GSB within Five Pebbles. I will also use node, organ, and colony interchangeably. Many organs are hidden away in other areas or even within the walls. These are the more “dangerous” ones. Rather, the environments within these organs are so extreme that no standard living creature could survive in them, or that being closed off is integral to their functioning.

Primary Chemosynthetic Node (PCN)

The Primary Chemosynthetic Node is the most integral part of iterator metabolism, and acts as the starting point. Hence the name “Primary” PCNs are sponge-like cubes which intake boiling fluid filled with noxious chemicals, such as many sulfur compounds. They are rather small. Within the lining of this manifold are many many colonies of small worms (referred to as “Tube Worms”) filtering the chemical-filled water. These worms work with symbiotic microbes in order to produce usable organic compounds, which flow into a central cavity to be used by other organs. This mimics conditions near hydrothermal vents, though it requires a constant source of heat powered by electricity in order to function. These nodes are often lined in rows, and may be very long. An iterator will contain multiple PCNs. There may be multiple tanks for intake and for outtake.

As demonstrated in the image, there are 3 distinct organisms within the colonial structure of the node. - The insulating membranous layer, which stores excess nutrients and helps regulate conditions. - A tough epidermal layer, with individuals containing a flagellum which controls waterflow through the manifold. - Tube Worms, which anchor to the epidermal layer.

Small, shelled organisms pick off dead Tube Worms. They’re extremophiles, and will die once taken out of the PCN for an extended amount of time. This is used to an advantage, as these organisms will travel to other organisms to decompose and reuse resources when near death, or when commanded to through chemical signals distributed in the node. However, I will be exploring this more on a different post elaborating more on the organisms specialized in decomposition and the disposal of dead or dying matter.

[milkoomi]

₊˚⊹ ᰔ new year, new you ᝰ.ᐟ

everyone always talks about their “new year’s resolutions” but never really follows through with them. instead of creating those resolutions, practice new routines & lifestyle changes while going into the new year!

let’s begin !!

ᝰ.ᐟ set small goals

while having bigger goals set for yourself is great, you should still set smaller goals for yourself that can be achieved in an easier manner! keeping your goals simple can lead to greater and bigger successes while still leading you on the path to complete those bigger goals for yourself or just put you on a better path for your own personal growth!

small goal examples:

practicing good, proper hygiene! making sure you brush your teeth everyday, being consistent with your skincare routine, taking daily showers, etc. taking good care of yourself can be a great small goal to set for yourself! especially for those who struggle with their mental health (like myself), practicing these simple tasks and creating goals out of them makes you feel more accomplished! & with more accomplishments, the better you might start to feel!

making your bed every morning! getting into this simple habit can help you feel more put together & prepared for your day! i honestly struggle with this one because i’m always so busy, but the times i have been more consistent with this have always led to me having better & more productive days!

increase your water intake! staying hydrated is so, so important! plus!! water has a plethora of benefits! what helped me start drinking more water than other fluids was by simply getting a cute, new water bottle for myself. having something that i thought was super cute to drink out of helped me drink more water!

cooking more! honing your own cooking skills & also spending less money on outside food is a great small goal to set for yourself! you can always start small by picking one meal out of your day to cook for yourself whether that be breakfast, lunch, or dinner! try choosing one of those meal times to dedicate to cooking at home and then you can gradually start cooking more of those meals personally!

journal at least once a day/week! whether you find a good journaling prompt or if you’re reflecting on how your day/week went, journaling more is a fantastic way to go into the new year and bring that with you as the year progresses! it helps you practice mindfulness, regulate/process/comprehend your emotions & thoughts, and can also even help with just your own writing skills!

getting 7-8 hours of sleep! setting up a good sleep schedule for yourself & practicing going to bed earlier was one of the goals i had set for myself this year actually! it’s helped me so much because i used to struggle with insomnia like really, really bad, but ever since i set that goal for myself to get at least 7 hours of sleep, my sleep schedule has greatly improved and now my body is so used to going to bed at an earlier time! sleep is so important for your physical and mental health, so do try to set that goal for yourself!

ᝰ.ᐟ be more active

you don’t have to jump right into the gym or immediately come up with some kind of workout schedule, but just simply getting your body moving more will be enough to jumpstart becoming more active! go on walks, play just dance or dance to your fav songs, do some simple yoga, get those morning stretches in, or (if you can & the weather permits it) walk to school/work!

ᝰ.ᐟ lessen your screen time

this is something i’ve gotta work on myself, but lessening your screen time & being more focused on the present and being in the present can be so fulfilling. if i’m ever out on a date with my fiancé or hanging out with friends, i try to keep my phone in my bag or pocket so that i can really be immersed in the moment. also just finding more hobbies and things to do that don’t involve your phone can really help to romanticize your own life if that’s what you wanna do! go outside, spend time with your family/loved ones, work on art, make music— do something that makes you happy but doesn’t involve your phone.

social media especially can have such an impact on your life, more negatively than you may think. if you want to be on your phone to chat with friends or listen to music, try disconnecting from your socials! free yourself from the toxicity that social media might bring you and i promise you’ll see a change! i recently deleted my twitter account & i’ve been avoiding doom scrolling on tiktok, and i seriously mean it when i say this: i’ve been so much happier!

ᝰ.ᐟ dedicate more time to your studies

this is for anyone who’s currently still in school (whether that be high school or college), but putting more time into your education will be putting so much more effort into your own future! being able to have the opportunity to be educated is a privilege, and if you’re lucky enough to be able to attend school (and even afford it), focus more of your time to your studies! success starts in school!

also, if you aren’t in school but you’re maybe learning a new language, learning a new art form, teaching yourself a new skill; spend more time honing those things and focusing on getting better at them! teaching yourself something new or learning something different than what you already know just makes the mind stronger!

side note: don’t push yourself too hard when it comes to your studies. remember to take breaks! i had to take a couple gap years from college because i was burnt out, and if you feel like you need to take a semester off or even a gap year, do it! school will always be there when you’re ready to go back! your own mental and emotional well-being always comes first!

ᝰ.ᐟ learn to let go

there’s so many things from this year that have probably held you back from so many different things. whether it was a toxic friendship/relationship, unhealthy social media trends that kept you from being you, habits that probably impacted your health; learn to them go. leave them behind in 2024, don’t start the new year with things or people who have kept you from being happy. learn to never let anyone or anything disrupt your peace!

i’ve cut off toxic friends this year and, as i mentioned earlier, i spent less time on & even deleted social media that i felt was hurting my own well-being, and let me tell you, i’ve been happier! it’s so freeing to finally let go of things that have been holding you back from your potential to be the person you want to be. you’re allowed to live how you want, but that can’t happen if you hold onto things and people who keep you from doing so!

ᝰ.ᐟ start planning

this is something i’ve been practicing getting into the habit of! having some kind of planner (whether it’s a physical planner or a digital one) will just help you feel more organized! especially if you’re in school or your job requires a lot of deadlines to be met or even if you just want to keep track of important dates, keeping a planner and actually using it will not only keep you up to date, but also help with your time management and help you prepare for the day, week, or month ahead!

𝜗𝜚 final notes 𝜗𝜚

let 2025 be your year! you can achieve great things even if you start small, but you can’t be your best when you aren’t doing the best for yourself! be kind to yourself, be patient with yourself, and always show yourself love and care. if you want to be a newer, better version of you, it’s all gotta start with learning to care for yourself how you want to be cared for!

live and love, babe.

sincerely, juno ⭑.ᐟ

[two-birds-and-a-bush]

i just wanted to say i read your hold form like two days ago and it was so hot. i bet it felt so good to wet yourself~

i want to try rapid desperation so i can really get that feeling of losing control. any tips?

GOD YES it was an absolutely phenomenal experience. wetting myself is always amazing but the feeling of genuinely losing control?? absolutely top tier. I'm so mad I'm not in life circumstances where I can easily do it cause man. (glad you found it hot too :3)

so the general idea behind rapid desperation is that there's this hormone called vasopressin that regulates the amount of water that your body lets pass into your bladder as opposed to reabsorbing, and it acts to try and keep you optimally hydrated. you're not drinking enough, vasopressin levels rise and your kidneys return more water into circulation so you dehydrate slower. you're drinking a lot, vasopressin levels drop and your kidneys let a lot more water pass through into your bladder because you don't really need to hold on to it. and the idea with rapid desperation is that you prepare ahead of time by drinking a lot throughout the day and peeing as you feel the need, to encourage those vasopressin levels to drop and fill your bladder up really fast again even after you just peed. (disclaimer I am not a biologist this is from a 5-minute wikipedia skim and what I remember from my original reading about rapid desperation.)

science aside, this is how you actually do the thing:

anywhere from 6 to 12 hours before you start your hold (whatever works), start ramping up your fluid intake. I was recommended one 8oz glass of water an hour but honestly that's not that much more than what I typically drink anyway, I've found about twice that to work pretty well. I recommend drinking some juice, coffee, soda, whatever, in addition to plain water to make you more motivated to drink. and make sure you're getting plenty of electrolytes too!! water intoxication is real and it can be genuinely deadly in the worst cases.

pee whenever you feel the need, don't intentionally hold yet! you don't want to hurt yourself by holding multiple times in the same day

about an hour before you start the hold, increase the fluids even more, maybe a cup every 10-15 minutes. keep peeing as you feel the need

start holding... :3

keep drinking a cup every 10-15 minutes or so, or even more if you can stand it (funnily enough I have much lower limits during the prep time but as soon as I urgently need to pee I find myself capable of downing entire water bottles and not feeling overly sick/full. not complaining I guess)

this final stretch is where I really wish I'd switched it up with some sports drinks or even like... watery soup or something, cause as soon as the post-wetting euphoria had worn off I found myself with a nasty headache and some nausea and I suspect it was the beginnings of water intoxication symptoms. I downed a bag of chips and was fine in the end but I cannot stress how important it is to get your electrolytes

if you've done everything right, depending on bladder capacity you should find yourself unable to hold more than an hour or two at the most ;-) have fun!!

another pro tip, if you have time in the day to start drinking early, aim to do the hold a good few hours before you would go to sleep, cause afterwards you're still going to be peeing incredibly often from all the water working its way through you and it is Not fun being kept awake for ages cause every time you try to fall asleep you realize you have to piss like a racehorse yet again (alternately I guess you could wear a diaper to bed if that's your thing...)

I would love to hear how it goes for you, if you don't have an omo blog of your own feel free to liveblog your experience in my inbox :))

[gallifreyinstituteforlearning]

How would living with heavily reduced artron count for some time affect a time lord? Are there ways to gain more artron energy other than being gifted it by the high council?

How would living with a heavily reduced artron count affect a Time Lord?

First, let's clarify: the High Council probably didn't gift artron energy, they likely gifted lindos*. Lindos is the cell type tied exclusively to regeneration. Artron energy, on the other hand, is abundant, easily replenishable, and as common in the vortex as my own bad life decisions.

Lindos is regeneration-exclusive. Every Time Lord has an allotted amount that runs out after 12 regenerations.

Artron, however, is involved in a lot more—it's involved in healing, ageing, and immune and psionic systems and is the catalyst for lindos activation during regeneration. It's easily replenished.

🩺Physical Effects of Chronic Hypoartronosis

Living with reduced artron energy for a long time is chronic hypoartronosis, which is pretty devastating:

💤 Fatigue and Dizziness: Without artron, every cell in the body struggles to keep the lights on. They'll feel perpetually exhausted.

🛠️ Impaired Healing and Weak Immunity: That paper cut will stick around for weeks and may get easily infected.

💙 Cyanosis and Circulatory Strain: Blue is a lovely colour, but not when it's your skin tone. Low artron disrupts oxygenation.

🤕 Easy Bruising and Injury: Even a gentle shoulder tap could leave them covered in bruises.

🚽 Infrequent Urination (Yellow): Artron's orange, and it makes Gallifreyan pee orange. Lack of artron will show up in urine colour as yellow.

🧠 Cognitive Decline: Confusion, poor judgment, and delirium. Eventually, the lights go out—permanently.

Chronic hypoartronosis develops when a Gallifreyan can't replenish their artron energy fast enough to meet the demands of their body. This can result from prolonged isolation from the Time Vortex/their TARDIS, kidney dysfunction, or a sudden drain caused by external factors, like excessive psionic use or prolonged injury recovery.

🌀 Impact on Regeneration

Artron is required for lindos activation. Without it, regeneration goes from miraculous rebirth to an actual nightmare:

❌ Incomplete Regenerations: Missing limbs, organs, or other vital features are very possible.

⚠️ Total Failure: In extreme cases, no artron means no lindos activation—so no regeneration at all.

🔋How Can a Time Lord Replenish Artron Energy?

Thankfully, artron energy isn't finite, and Time Lords have multiple ways to get it:

🌌 The Time Vortex: Time Lords (and humans) absorb artron naturally while travelling through the Vortex.

🍎 Dietary Intake: Foods and fluids help the body synthesise artron.

🧬 Kidney Function: Gallifreyan kidneys convert glucose and exotic nutrients into artron energy. As long as they're working, there's a steady supply.

🚀 TARDIS Assistance: A TARDIS can share its artron reserves with its Time Lord.

🩸Blood Transfusions: Getting transfused blood from another Gallifreyan would help with short-term regulation (⚠️Warning: Blood must come from them or someone from their House to be compatible).

💉 Artron Therapy (Speculative): Advanced Gallifreyan tech might include direct artron infusions or exposure to controlled artron fields. Be warned—this probably involves at least three forms of paperwork.

What About Lindos?

Unlike artron, lindos is finite, and replenishing it isn't easy:

🎩The High Council: As seen, they might gift it if your companion's convincing enough.

🔮The Sisterhood of Karn: They might be able to whip up a potion, assuming you're desperate enough to ask and they're in the mood to help.

🕵️‍♂️Stealing from Other Time Lords: You could just grab someone else's lindos to get more bodies. However, they'll notice.

We know of nowhere else you can get lindos (currently).

🏫So ...

Chronic hypoartronosis would leave a Time Lord drained, physically fragile, and unable to regenerate properly—or at all. While artron can be replenished through natural sources like time travel, diet, or a TARDIS, lindos is way harder to get.

*The functions of artron and lindos are seriously mixed up in Doctor Who lore. GIL's spent an embarrassing amount of time piecing together conflicting sources, and this explanation harmonises them in a way that seamlessly fits them all together. While I can't claim this is canonical, it's as close to cohesive logic as it will get.

Related:

💬|✨⚡Can regenerative energy be transferred?: Notes on the transfer of regenerations, both mechanical and natural.

💬|🧬⚡How to track and manage artron levels?: How artron levels can be tracked and managed, plus symptoms of hypo/hyperartronosis and first-line treatment.

💬|🧬💀Are Gallifreyans immortal?: Whether Gallifreyans are functionally immortal, and what other species are functionally immortal.

Hope that helped! 😃

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[lucille-artstuff]

mission status: pending

after suffering heavy casualties in an interstellar war, mech pilot eve is sent into a coma, left drifting through space in her broken starfighter class mech, isolated and unresponsive.

her mech had been keeping her on life support, regulating fluid intake and hormonal levels.

she slowly opened her eyes to the soft glow of a flickering ui panel a few inches away from her face, her whole body aches as she gradually regains her bearings.

"ughh,, ... the cockpit..? ..oww.."

the screens before her seemingly jump to life, bold text appears centred:

[STASIS MODE DEACTIVATED]

a slight jolt feeds through her link implant ports at the base of her skull through to the tip of her spine.

"oouh,,, ellie, status?"

"captain,

we've sustained critical damage,

left leg destroyed,

left cannon destroyed,

right leg nonresponsive,

shoulder mounted weapons system unavailable,

comms systems disabled,

sensors damaged,

life support system estimated at 2 months in stasis mode, 3 weeks in active mode..."

the pilot looked on in horror and disbelief at the reel of damage reports. it never seemed possible that she could face such a devastating loss, nor could she handle the guilt welling up inside her for letting her mech endure such intense damage.

"what's our mission status?"

the feeling in her legs slowly returns with a harsh ache,, her joints feel rusted and stuck, yet relaxed to the point of near dislocation.

"mission status: pending"

the screen prints.

"...pending ? but we didn't lose did we? ...how long was i out?"

"life support systems active for 954 days"

a wave of terror rushed over the pilots body as the realisation sets in.

she's been locked in her mech for almost three years, slowly dying and severed from all connection to the command centre.

"ellie please,, it can't be true... " she trailed off, shaking and trembling.

the console before her becomes blurry as tears well up in her eyes, mumbling to herself, "i can't,,, this isn't happeni.."

she's cut off by a proximity sensor flashing red, instinctively she flicks on the view screen and is momentarily blinded.

it's nothing but dirt and scrap as far as the visual sensors can perceive, two figures are walking around and stopping every few meters to gesture at the abundance of rusted metal and eventually continue beyond L-E's line of sight.

the visual sensors turn off and eve is sitting in the dark again, save for a pulsing glow that fills the dashboard of her mech.

"ellie,, where are we?"

"location unknown"

*sigh*

there were many thoughts and emotions flowing through the mech pilots distressed mind.

had we won the battle?

is there a way to return home?

does command even know i'm alive?

her thoughts continue;

my link with ellie, my fourth generation starfighter mech has been the only reason i'm still alive, but if her systems are critical, how long until either one of dies?

i didn't realise i was biting my nails, trembling with fear i accidentally stabbed my lip, i only just noticed my nails had gotten so long and when did my lips get so soft ?

the thoughts dissipate as another wave of pain shoots through the pilots body, fatigue weighs down her movements, not being used to this level of weakness, she barely recognises this body as her own.

the pilot sighs a deep breath and slumps back into her seat.

realising theres no imminent danger, she switches systems off from high alert, and is hit a flash of empathy thinking how stressful it would've been for ellie to constantly be vigilant, protecting her all this time.

[BUDDY MODE ACTIVATED]

the console lights shift to a deep purple, an emoticon appears on screen cracking a slight smile on eve's face, her immense feelings of isolation slightly relieved as a familiar presence appears

^-^

"... captain ?"

the console emits a soft robotic voice.

"are you okay ..?" :'(

the pilot draws a slow breath, and sighs with relief.

"ellie... you're still here.."

"oh! you're back! i was so worried you would never wake up!" ∩^ω^∩

the lights of the console rotate through the full spectrum of colour, and it almost seems like the ion reactor is humming louder than usual.

"ellie what happened? where are we?"

"i'm sorry captain,,, but our team was... w-wiped out, we barely survived with critical hull damage a-and most of my systems are down..." ｡ﾟ(ﾟ´ω`ﾟ)ﾟ｡

pause

"...i..i did my best to save you!" ٩( 'ω' )و

eve was hot with frustration, the loss of her team was unforgivable in her eyes,, perhaps it would've been better if she was gone like the rest of her crew.

"i barely managed to dodge the orbital laser cannon, it only vaporised 35% of my shell... aah,, with that much neural shock,,, it's no wonder you fell into a coma" (´；ω；`)

"but what then? what of the mission?"

"oooh, we're not sure about the mission status, our systems went down momentarily after the blast and when we regained control, our comms systems were offline,,, s-sorry...

command only knows that we were hit in the enemy attack" (-_-;)

"... so they're not coming for us...."

the pilot mumbled to herself.

"if they knew i was alive, i'd be rescued by now.... oh my god..."

"captain your mood levels are dropping,, is everything okay?" (◞‸◟)

"ellie let me out of the pod"

"nnoooo!! captain, you've experienced massive trauma and your muscle atrophy has weakened you severely!

i'm not sure what will happen if we disconnect our link!" ((((；ﾟДﾟ)))))))

"just open the hatch,, i need some air... i'm not going anywhere"

"awhh,, ...okaii..." （╹◡╹）

the view screen crackles and powers down, a deep groan followed by a sharp hiss accompanies golden rays piercing into the cockpit.

the console lifts and floats upward revealing a mostly barren landscape before them.

the dust on the air is warm, almost nauseating, although not eating in several years is more likely the cause than the environment.

a red light flashes on her left, just in her peripheral vision.

[proximity sensor]

her body aches as she leans forward to see two figures rushing over to the damaged starfighter.

fumbling for her sidearm, she notices her heart beating heavy on her chest.

"HEY! who said you could touch my mech!"

his mech?

the two caught their breath just shy of the capsule, slowly realising just how this stranger managed to open the mech.

the battle suit was a dead giveaway, but the shaky hand holding a pistol towards them confirmed it.

she's military.

"woah woah, easy now... "

the older of the two had both his hands raised, elbowing the other to do the same.

"... we don't have to get galactic forces involved, let's just talk about this"

"pa look.."

the younger of them pointed to the bundled wires attached to the back of the pilots head, swaying with her movements.

"i think she's a pilot.." he whispered in disbelief.

the pistol still rattling slightly in her hand, her throat growing coarse from the arid environment, eve barely managed to speak.

"what planet is this?"

"you're on nexon" the older one starts,

"used to be a drillin' planet 'til everything dried up, now folks still here either sell scrap or can't afford a ticket out of this system"

she lowers her weapon.

the duo relax considerably and glance at eachother.

"u-uuh lady ? we found your mech floating through space about 6 months ago, we couldn't get it open so.. uhh"

the youth is fidgeting with his hands uncomfortably.

the elder takes over,

"we dismantled and sold most of your weapons systems, anything under a hatch we couldn't get to, i uhh... i'm sorry to say it but you've kept us alive and, and put food on the table for me and my family..."

she tightened her fist, how dare they touch ellie!?

"if there's anything we can do,, let us know,, just please don't report us to the galactic forces,, we can't handle another raid"

eve presses a sequence of buttons and the hatch closes, sealing the mech shut.

[dazzlinglybitter]

It's Disability Pride Month!! Let's talk about POTS!

Hello beautiful people. Since it's Disability Pride Month, I wanted to talk about my disability. I have a condition called POTS. It stands for Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Sydrome, which is a very long name, and you can see why we just say POTS. Essentially, it means that when I change position or stand up, my heart rate gets too high. It is normal for your heart rate to go up when you change positions. But what makes POTS different is it changes too suddenly and much higher than average. The National Institutes of Health defines that a person with POTS has "an increase in heart rate of 30 beats/min or more when moving from a recumbent to a standing position that lasts more than 30 seconds". Which on its own doesn't sound all that bad. I would be a much happier human if that's all it was. However, POTS comes with its own host of symptoms. That swing in heart rate can cause dizziness, lightheadedness, blurred vision, and sometimes fainting. Other symptoms of POTS include:

Exercise intolerance

Headaches

Nausea

Fatigue

Anxiety

Dry mouth

Excess thirst

Leg pain

Blood pooling

Brain Fog

Swollen Extremities

Sleeping problems

Bladder problems

Digestion issues

Tremors

Shortness of breath or chest tightening

Memory issues

Poor temperature regulation

Chronic dehydration

Neuropathic pains

Increased sweating to the extremities

Loss of appetite

Light sensitivity

Dry eyes

Heart palpitations

Chest pain

Cold extremities due to poor blood flow

Heat intolerance

Hypovolemia (low blood volume)

And probably more that I've missed! Doesn't sound all that fun, and trust me, it isn't! POTS is a condition under the larger umbrella of Dysautonomia. There are several different types of dysautonomic conditions, POTS is only one of them. Here are some fun facts about POTS:

POTS effects around 0.2% of the world's population

It is most common in females, 75 to 80% of all patients are female

Though it can be diagnosed at any age, it is most commonly diagnosed between the ages of 15 and 25 (I was 19 when I got diagnosed!)

There is no cure for POTS and it's a chronic illness

Some teenagers will outgrow the condition in their 20s

The average time to diagnosis is 5 years and 11 months (took me almost a year, luckily)

According to Dysautonomia International, 25% of POTS patients are so disabled they cannot work or attend school

There is no singular cause for POTS, and many patients will likely not know what caused their condition

Research on POTS is incredibly sparse, making advocacy, treatment, and diagnosis even harder

The usual recommended treatment is increased fluid intake, increasing salt intake, wearing compression stockings, raising the head of the bed to conserve blood volume, reclined exercises like rowing, recumbent bicycle, or swimming, and a healthy diet

While there is no FDA approved medication for POTS, some medications such as beta blockers can be used to aid the condition

Though the heart is directly involved, POTS is not technically a heart condition. It is technically a nervous system disorder stemming from the autonomic nervous system

There's lots to be said about POTS! I don't think I could fit it all in one post if I tried. But if you made it this far into the post, thank you for taking the time to learn about it! Awareness is key, and the more people that know about the condition, the better we are. Happy Disability Pride Month!!

[lilflowerpot]

Hey there Flower! I hope all is well with you and that you’re having a wonderful day💜 I wanted to send in an ask because I recently had this realization and did some research and found out that the act of crying is a “uniquely human trait”. This got me thinking if the galra cry too? Let me explain a bit, so as far as I know other animals are capable of shedding tears but it’s not an emotional response so much as there might be something wrong/in their eyes.

We’ve seen that alteans can cry! But I wonder about the galra because I don’t believe we’ve seen any of them cry (not even Krolia).

I wasn’t sure if you’ve been asked this before or not and I tried my best looking to see if you have but the only post I saw relating was about the differences in galra/human anatomy and it did mention their eyes!

So with this information…can galra cry as an emotional response? If they can’t, what’s their reaction to humans doing it?

(Also please correct me if I’m wrong for any of the statements I made! I’m also aware that you’ve mentioned before that we will be seeing “Lotor tears” in the future of LB but we could say that he’s able to cry because of his altean half?)

Okay so first of all I love you for diligently scouring my blog to see if I'd already answered this question (I have not) your consideration is greatly appreciated ♡

Secondly, while I was aware than humans are the only known organism that cry from emotion, and we do indeed know that Alteans can cry as proven by s1ep09, I hadn't really considered whether or not the galra are a species were in the same boat,,, only that Lotor himself has to be because not only did I have him become teary-eyed in the most recent chapter—

“Is that enough?” the question scrapes ragged and ruinous against the silence that surrounds them. ��Truthfully,” the prince admits, “I do not know.” and, with a start, Keith realises that summer-sky eyes are near as glassy as his own, “Though, if anything is to be your downfall, would you not rather it be love?” - Little Blade, chapter 24

—but I have Plans™ for his future that demand it.

That being said, when I think about it, it really doesn't make an awful lot of sense for the galra to cry from emotion due to Daibazaal having been such an arid planet that any unnecessary loss of fluid would have been a distinct evolutionary weakness for them, and so would likely have been evolved out (if ever it was something they were capable of in the first place). This, of course, begs the question: what displays of sorrow/emotional distress do the galra have?

As a direct result of this ask, I've once again expanded upon my galra body language post, adding to the "bad noises" bullet point:

Though they cannot cry tears as humans do, the galra expression of grief is—according to those who've heard it—one of the most harrowing sounds in the known universe; the drehvi is a distinctly mournful vocalisation unique to the galra people, taking the form of a raw, guttural, bellowing wail that stems from deep within the chest cavity and can be heard from up to half a league away.

If you can imagine the noise a bear might make upon suffering a sudden but mortal wound, and that sound echoing across an otherwise silent valley devoid of all life,,, that would be the drehvi.

So........... on that not-at-all-heartbreaking note, you also asked for the galra reaction to humans crying, which I am going to keep much lighter (because I am internally weeping now goddammit) so I'd have to say it's likely a mixture of confused and alarmed, because the human is,,, leaking?? Are humans supposed to do that?? Their breathing has also become remarkably erratic and hiccupy which is almost certainly Not Good if they do not regulate their oxygen intake they will DIE because humans are SMALL and FRAGILE, but they are also not currently in a state to explain themselves nor how to help??

[lostcitysystem]

Reminder to British autistics during this heat wave:

If you’re struggling to drink a lot of water try using squash or cordial. Literally changed my life. I drink so much more water now. Also, the human body extracts water from lots of different sources including food and fizzy drinks so if squash doesn’t cut it then don’t worry. It’s good to stay hydrated but if it’s causing you a lot of stress then it’s honestly better just to drink what you’re most comfortable with (2 litres a day or so is usually pretty effective but this differs from person to person due to activity levels and body weight).

Autism also means that you may struggle to regulate your body temperature so heat can be exceptionally difficult. Keep your windows open and use a fan (especially with a bowl of ice water just in front of the flow of air as it cools it down). Ice packs or packets of frozen peas or even a frozen water bottle wrapped in a layer of fabric or a t-shirt are also great if you rest them on your lap, put them on the back of your neck or even on your head. Try to stay indoors when the sun is at its highest points (from around 12:30pm-4:30pm) and learn the signs of heat exhaustion/heat stroke & seek medical attention if necessary.

Taking your duvet out of the duvet cover and just using the cover itself when you’re sleeping is also really effective at keeping you cool. Ventilating your house by (again) opening windows and also doors between rooms can make the air a lot cooler. Also vaping/smoking are linked to dehydration so try to limit those or up your intake of fluid accordingly if you can’t limit it. Same with drinking alcohol. Wear sun cream every time you’re outside and learn when to reapply it based on its SPF (personally I’m extremely pale so I need factor 50 applied every hour). If you’re stuck outside your house for any reason then go to a shop like Tesco (or any shop with a refrigerated section) and linger there for a bit while you cool down (pretend to be shopping if necessary).

Hope this helps and feel free to add more advice.

Stay safe.

[ukrfeminism]

The number of women dying from alcohol-related diseases has soared in recent years, new figures show, with experts blaming the rise on brands deliberately targeting marketing at women.

The latest data reveals the number of women who lost their lives this way in the UK increased by 37 per cent in five years – surging from 2,399 to 3,293 between 2016 and 2021 and marking the highest levels since records began.

While more men than women still die from alcohol-related diseases, the Office for National Statistics figures show deaths are rising substantially quicker for women than for men, with the latter seeing a 28 per cent in the same period – from 4,928 to 6,348.

Professor Debbie Shawcross, a professor of hepatology and chronic liver failure at King’s College London’s Institute of Liver Studies, said liver disease was a particular problem in female patients. 

“Women tend to present with more severe liver disease, particularly alcohol-related hepatitis, and do so after a shorter period of excessive drinking and at a lower daily alcohol intake than men,” she said. “This can be accounted for by differences in body size and composition – less muscle mass.”

Richard Piper, chief executive of the charity Alcohol Change, claimed the main factor causing the surge is the “incessant marketing of drinks towards women” as he called for stricter regulation of alcohol advertising.

Abigail Wilson, from WithYou, a drug, alcohol and mental health charity, described the rise in women dying from alcohol-related liver disease as “very concerning” as she argued alcohol was as damaging as heroin and crack cocaine. “Women generally are less likely to die of alcohol-related causes than men. There is always a gap there but the gap is closing, and that is really concerning.”

The Independent can also report that:

The number of deaths among women attributed to alcohol-related liver disease in England increased from 1,533 to 2,190 deaths between 2015 and 2021 – a 42 per cent rise

The total number of male deaths linked to alcohol-related liver disease climbed by 34 per cent to 3,870 deaths in the same timeframe

Recent research from 33 countries found that British women are the biggest female binge drinkers

Exclusive polling from WithYou shows almost two-thirds of those who seek support online are women, with more than half seeking support for their alcohol use

Roxanne Knighton, who lives in Staffordshire, told The Independent of the pain of losing her mother Melanie to alcohol-related liver disease in March 2022. She was diagnosed with the illness in her late forties.

“All the earliest memories were mum drinking,” the 34-year-old recalled. “She was alcohol dependent – it made her function.”

Ms Knighton said her mother never went to the doctor and was in denial about her drinking. So Ms Knighton made the call instead. 

“It was me who called the doctors as she couldn’t get up off the sofa – she was full of fluid,” she added. “It had gone into her belly, she had to be drained, they got 12 litres from her.

“I was looking after her each day. It was four years until she died. It still hurts. I didn’t just lose her, I lost her to the alcohol first. You lose them twice.”

Raising concerns about the “feminisation” of alcohol marketing, Dr Piper highlighted annual reports of major alcohol brands which reveal they are deliberately targeting women.

“This is leading to deaths,” he said. “The second reason would be pricing – alcohol is more affordable now than it has been at any point in the last 20 years so people are drinking more.” 

He called for ministers to introduce tighter rules on alcohol marketing and roll out minimum unit pricing for alcohol to make drinks with higher alcohol content more expensive.

Other campaigners warned it is harder for women to get support for alcohol misuse due to services often being tailored towards men. Women routinely do the lion’s share of childcare, meaning they cannot physically find the time, they say.

Helena Conibear, chief executive of the Alcohol Education Trust, attributed the rise in women dying from alcohol-related liver disease to a significant increase in binge drinking in the late Nineties and early 2000s.

Meanwhile, Prof Shawcross argued women who struggle with alcoholism endure greater “cultural stigma” than their male counterparts, which may deter women from pursuing help. 

Alcohol-related liver disease often has no symptoms for many years, she added, while women also have lower levels of the enzyme which breaks down alcohol.

Vanessa Hebditch, of the British Liver Trust, said: “With alcohol becoming increasingly accessible and affordable, as well as more ingrained in our culture, more women are drinking to levels that put their health at risk.”

Siobhan Herbert, a project manager, told The Independent she started drinking a bottle of wine a night – and sometimes two bottles on weekend evenings – around 20 years ago.

“When I went out, I drank less,” the 52-year-old added. “I was a bit of a closet drinker. At home, there would be nobody around to witness me getting trollied. My mother was an alcoholic, she was exactly the same. You would have thought growing up, seeing all that through my teenage years, it would stop you, but it is very addictive.”

Ms Herbert said she eventually stopped drinking in June 2022 due to growing fed up with the impact alcohol was having on her physical and mental health.

She added: “I wasn’t putting Baileys on my cornflakes but every day I felt awful. I felt tired and anxious. 

“I am a whole new woman now. I feel alive. I have more energy. I am sharper. I do not have anxiety. My depression is gone and all of the problems I was blaming on the menopause have massively improved.”

Sandra Parker, a self-professed “classic binge drinker”, said she would struggle to know how much alcohol she had consumed due to blacking out and would sometimes be in bed for two days afterwards.

The 54-year-old, who stopped drinking in 2018, now coaches women to help them stop or cut down on their alcohol consumption, describing her clients as successful professional middle-class women who are secretly drinking harmful amounts of wine at home.

“They may have a single drink when they are out with people from work, or they may not even drink, but they come home and they have a bottle of wine,” she added. “They have learnt that when they have a drink, they feel less stressed, and it becomes a dependency where they really crave that feeling each night.”

A Department of Health spokesperson said. “Alcohol misuse can ruin lives and destroy families, which is why we are acting to support those most at risk.

“We’ve published a 10-year plan for tackling drug and alcohol-related harms and are investing an extra £532m between 2022 and 2025 to create places for 50,000 people in drug and alcohol treatment services. We are also funding specialist alcohol care teams at one in four hospitals in England, based on those with the greatest need.

“Our 10-year women’s health strategy sets out our plan for improving care and support for women.”

[saniayyy]

Basic Health Guide

• Basic Health Information:

your Essential Guide to Well- Being :Health is undoubtedly the greatest asset one can possess, forming the foundation of a fulfilling and meaningful life. It goes beyond merely avoiding illness; true health embodies the harmony of the body, mind, and soul. In today’s fast-paced and often stressful world, where lifestyle diseases and mental health issues are on the rise, understanding the basics of health has never been more important. This guide explores the essence of health, its core principles, and practical steps to achieve and maintain it.

• What is Health?

Health is far more than the absence of disease. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), health is defined as a “state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being.” This implies that a truly healthy individual is one who enjoys a balanced state of physical fitness, mental tranquility, and social harmony.

https://youtu.be/CDY0EYk1FdQ?si=tA0WMCTqDz_-Tvxq

For instance, someone who exercises daily but struggles with chronic stress may not be considered healthy in the broader sense. True health requires equal attention to physical vitality, emotional resilience, and a supportive social environment.

• Basic Principles of Health

To live a vibrant and balanced life, it is essential to adhere to certain universal health principles. Let’s delve into these with practical examples:

https://youtube.com/shorts/fruRm91r1Ik?si=SVm89P7vNLkOOKRy

• Balanced Diet:

A well-balanced diet provides the fuel your body needs to function optimally. It should include essential nutrients such as proteins (for muscle repair), carbohydrates (for energy), healthy fats (for brain health), and vitamins and minerals (to strengthen immunity).

For example, a balanced breakfast might include scrambled eggs for protein, whole-grain toast for carbohydrates, an avocado slice for healthy fats, and a glass of orange juice for Vitamin C. Avoiding processed foods and excessive sugar further enhances overall health.

https://youtu.be/NqV1Ig4_nfI?si=iy3ci69fvio_VNqt

• Regular Exercise:

Physical activity is a cornerstone of good health, benefiting not only the body but also the mind. Engaging in at least 30 minutes of exercise daily—whether it's brisk walking, running, swimming, or yoga—helps improve cardiovascular health, boost mood, and reduce stress.

For instance, taking a 20-minute walk after dinner can aid digestion and calm the mind, while practicing yoga can help alleviate anxiety and improve flexibility.

https://youtu.be/qTHVnGA5rzU?si=9WzIbPN1S27ZWuwU

• Adequate Sleep:

Sleep is the body’s natural repair mechanism. Adults should aim for 7-8 hours of restful sleep each night. Poor sleep habits can lead to fatigue, irritability, and even chronic conditions such as hypertension.

Imagine the difference between starting your day after a good night’s sleep versus one spent tossing and turning. Proper rest not only keeps you energized but also sharpens focus and memory.

https://youtu.be/cjlhbYiynq4?si=2BPn5snxSh8HycNO

• Water Intake:

Staying hydrated is vital for maintaining bodily functions, from regulating temperature to aiding digestion and nutrient absorption. Drinking 8-10 glasses of water daily is recommended, though needs may vary based on activity levels and climate.

For example, on hot summer days or after an intense workout, increasing water intake is crucial to replenish lost fluids and prevent dehydration.

https://youtube.com/shorts/dw1mdzdprfY?si=q2HCDoyZYNVviLNR

• Mental Peace:

Mental well-being is equally important as physical health. Chronic stress, if unchecked, can manifest as headaches, high blood pressure, or even depression. Practices such as mindfulness meditation, engaging in hobbies, or spending quality time with loved ones can significantly reduce stress levels.

For instance, setting aside 15 minutes daily for meditation can help clear the mind, while nurturing relationships through meaningful conversations fosters emotional stability.

• Preventing Diseases:

Prevention is always better than cure, and taking proactive steps can protect you from many common diseases. Here are some essential preventive measures:

1.Washing Hands:Regularly washing your hands with soap can prevent the spread of infectious diseases such as colds, flu, and COVID-19. For example, washing hands before meals and after visiting public places is a simple yet effective habit.

2.Vaccination: Staying up-to-date with vaccinations can shield you from serious illnesses like measles, influenza, and hepatitis. For instance, flu shots during the winter season can significantly reduce the risk of infection.

3.Sun Exposure: Moderate exposure to sunlight, especially in the morning, is a natural way to boost Vitamin D levels, which strengthens bones and improves immunity. A 15-minute walk in the early sunlight can make a huge difference.

• Health Care:

Routine health check-ups and early diagnosis are vital for addressing potential health issues before they escalate. Visiting a doctor regularly, even when you feel fine, helps monitor blood pressure, sugar levels, and cholesterol.

For example, someone with a family history of diabetes should undergo periodic blood sugar tests to catch early signs and take preventive measures like dietary adjustments or increased physical activity.

Additionally, recognizing symptoms such as persistent fatigue, unexplained weight loss, or chronic pain and seeking timely medical attention can prevent serious complications.

• Conclusion:

Health is the cornerstone of happiness and success. A healthy body and mind enable you to pursue your goals, maintain relationships, and lead a life full of vitality and purpose. By adopting simple habits like eating a balanced diet, staying active, prioritizing sleep, and practicing mindfulness, you can significantly improve your quality of life. Remember, your health is your most valuable investment—nurture it every day to enjoy a long, fulfilling life.

[ayushleaf]

10 Reasons Why Water Is more important for a Healthy Lifestyle

Here is Why Drinking Water is More Important for Your Immune System?

Hydration: Staying hydrated is fundamental for the proper functioning of every cell, tissue, and organ in the body. Water helps maintain the balance of bodily fluids, which is necessary for digestion, circulation, absorption, and transportation of nutrients.

Temperature Regulation: Water helps regulate body temperature through processes like sweating. When you’re active or in a hot environment, your body sweats to cool down, and water loss can lead to dehydration and overheating.

Digestion and Nutrient Absorption: Water is essential for breaking down food in the digestive tract and facilitating the absorption of nutrients. It aids in the movement of food through the intestines and supports proper bowel function.

Circulation: Blood is primarily composed of water. Proper hydration ensures adequate blood volume, which in turn supports efficient circulation, oxygen delivery, and nutrient transport to cells.

Joint Lubrication: Adequate hydration helps keep the synovial fluid in joints viscous, which lubricates and cushions the joints, reducing the risk of joint pain and injury.

Kidney Function: Benefits of drinking water for the proper functioning of the kidneys, which filter waste products and excess substances from the blood to form urine. Staying hydrated helps prevent kidney stones and urinary tract infections.

Skin Health: Hydration contributes to maintaining healthy skin. Proper hydration can improve skin elasticity, moisture, and appearance.

Energy and Cognitive Function: Dehydration can lead to fatigue, reduced energy levels, and impaired cognitive function. Drinking enough water helps you stay alert and focused throughout the day.

Detoxification: Water aids in the elimination of waste products and toxins from the body through urine, sweat, and other processes.

Weight Management: Drinking water before meals can help you feel fuller, potentially leading to consuming fewer calories and aiding in weight management.

Prevention of Dehydration: Dehydration occurs when the body loses more water than it takes in. Severe dehydration can have serious health consequences, so maintaining proper fluid balance is crucial.

Exercise Performance: Adequate hydration improves exercise performance by maintaining electrolyte balance, preventing cramps, and enhancing endurance.

Heart Health: Staying hydrated supports cardiovascular health by maintaining blood volume and preventing blood from becoming too viscous.

Preventing Headaches: Dehydration can lead to headaches and migraines in some individuals. Health benefits of water may help reduce the frequency and severity of these symptoms.

To maintain good health and prevent dehydration, it’s important to drink an adequate amount of water throughout the day. The recommended daily intake varies depending on factors like age, sex, activity level, and climate, but a general guideline is to aim for around 8 glasses (8 ounces each) of water per day. However, individual needs may vary, so pay attention to your body’s signals and adjust your fluid intake accordingly.

[brookepiper]

Still Life

Bagel Fact: Bagel's have been around since the 17th century in Poland and are now a staple in most North American households. The most commonly bought type of bagel is plain. https://www.nycbageltours.com/bagel-history#:~:text=17th%20Century%3A%20Bagels%20Are%20Born,the%20dough%20before%20baking%20it.

Necklace Fact: A Heritage in Bloom in the most expensive necklace in the world, setting a price at about $200 million. It took over 47,000 hours to create the necklace and it originated from the mind of China's Wallace Chan. https://financesonline.com/the-worlds-10-most-expensive-necklaces/#heritage

Ears Fact: Ears are something that contribute to balance. When someone has an ear infection they often get a side effect of vertigo because your ears are filled with fluid and it interferes with this. https://audiologicalservices.net/patient-resources/5-amazing-facts-about-ears/#:~:text=Your%20ears%20have%20the%20smallest%20bones%20found%20in%20the%20human%20body.&text=Technically%20these%20bones%20are%20referred,sound%20is%20an%20amazing%20system.

Ski Goggles Fact: Ski goggles were invented in 1965 by and orthodontist and ski enthusiast. He created these with glue and foam at his kitchen table as well as some tools that a dentist would use and ever since then they have been a regular part of skiers attire. https://www.skiutah.com/blog/authors/yeti/visionary-tale-history-of-smith/#:~:text=Answer%3A%20The%20birth%20of%20modern,his%20kitchen%20table%20in%20Utah.

Cinnamon Fact: Cinnamon grows in trees in the form of sticks and then gets grounded up into powder form and packaged away to sell as most people know it. However, when being grown on the trees, these plants can grow upwards of 60 feet tall. https://www.thefactsite.com/cinnamon-facts/

Rock Art: France has one of the most well known examples of cave art in the world. It has been there for over 17,000 years and has more than 600 drawings or paintings as well as over 1,500 engravings in this cave alone. This is called the Lascaux Cave and many people refer to it as the Hall of Bulls. https://www.britannica.com/art/rock-art#:~:text=Some%20of%20the%20earliest%20forms,36%2C000%20and%2015%2C000%20years%20ago.

White Vinegar Fact: After eating a meal white vinegar is proven to slow down or lower your blood sugar level as well as insulin levels. There is other research being done that shows it can assist with regulating or even losing weight as it slows down the rate that the stomach empties and digests food. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/white-vinegar#:~:text=Standard%20white%20vinegar%20is%20a,not%20intended%20for%20human%20consumption.

Hydrogen Peroxide Fact: This substance can be highly toxic if used in mass quantities. However on top of that it can beneficial for health in terms of food intake on fruits and vegetables as using this can keep unwanted bacterias and pesticides off of the food. https://saudigermanhealth.com/en/medical-blog/7-facts-about-hydrogen-peroxide