#DG Scavengers

[wannaeatramyeon]

DG x Reader: Manager and their Idol

8.5k. G/N. Soft, colleagues to lover (guess I love this trope). Masterlists

You had imagined life as a K-Pop idol manager to be much more glamorous.

You pity your young naive self. The one that envisaged schmoozing with stars and rubbing elbows with the movers and shakers, and instead set you on this horrid, lacklustre path.

What you didn't expect was the amount of time playing driver. Carting that stupid pink haired brat around. Waiting on him hand and foot during shoots and interviews, and being at his beck and call.

You have saved his ass more times than you can recall, ran through scripts with him, practised his stupid dances and moves alongside, protected him from unhinged fans and reporters and scavengers.

And yet you can count on one hand the amount of times he has thanked you.

Actually no, it didn't require any hands because he has thanked you exactly zero times for all your early mornings and late nights and for going above and beyond your duty.

Out of desperation, you had asked your boss if you could manage someone else and the request was declined.

"DG has taken a liking to you," she said, tone impressed as if that was something you should be proud of.

"Great," your smile comes out as more of a grimace.

And goddamn, this agency was so stupidly prestigious and the benefits and perks here really are second to none. Just why did Diego fucking Kang have to be their top idol.

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The first time you crossed the threshold into his building, greeting the reception security guard and entering his penthouse keycode like you had been let in on the world's greatest secret, you had tiptoed around like a child in a museum. After all, this was DG's residence. The DG!

You had ooh-ed and aah-ed at every little thing. 

Taking delight in seeing his interior design of choice, the type of candy that he snacks on, the shampoo and conditioner he uses, the way he organises his desk. This is the chair DG sits on to eat. This is the sofa DG lounges on to watch TV. This is the bed he sleeps in, the bath he uses, the toilet he-

Any wide eyed innocence and awe evaporated after your first week working together.

Today, you stab in the entry code and let the door shut with a bang. 

You set his now cold coffee order on the kitchen counter and rifle with practised fingers through his unopened mail to see if there is anything you should draw his immediate attention to. You pick up his discarded clothes from the floor (and for fuck's sake, this suit jacket was on loan) and make your way to his bedroom where tufts of pink hair peeks out from under the cover.

"Good morning," you announce, locating the remote to open the blinds and letting in some sunlight.

Bedsheets rustle behind you.

"Good morning Diego," you repeat and give one warning, "I hope you're decent." With that, you throw the covers back to find the scantily dressed idol glaring up at you.

You remember the days when this sight would have made you weak at the knees. Seeing him half naked, in the flesh, freshly woken up with bedhead and half lidded eyes. It's what most of Korea dreams of, including yourself once upon a time.

Now all you feel is extreme irritation.

"Good morning," you say for the third time, plastering on a saccharine smile that you know DG sees clearly through because it is insincere as hell to anyone with half a brain cell. You let the fakeness shine through anyway.

For a split second, DG frowns as his eyes drop to your lips and then he pretends everything is good. Smiling back prettily, sharp canines on show and stretching. Lifting his arms overhead, showing a good stretch of pecs and abs and the line of muscle in a V pointing like an arrow straight down to his-

You roll your eyes.

"You're late." You throw the covers back over him and stride back towards the door. "We should have left half an hour ago." You leave out the part where you had been waiting downstairs in the car and after an hour of no show and no anything, you stomped your way up to his home.

DG, sensing your mood, adds oil to the fire with a smirk, "Why didn't you wake me then?"

If that idiot bothered to look at his phone, he would see a number of missed calls and unread messages from you.

Whatever.

"Hurry up."

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DG has come across many people like yourself over the years. All cute and bright eyed, way too soft.

He never gave you any special treatment, for better or worse, and assumed that you would eventually burn out or give up and move on to something more worthwhile.

Unfortunately, in a rare turn of events, he had miscalculated.

Of course most people would be starstruck, it's only natural. But he mistook your sincerity and kind smile for ignorance and missed your sharp, observing gaze, and astute mind.

He's impressed, and he really can't remember the last time he was impressed.

In a matter of days of working together, you had managed to cut through the bullshit and within the month got him more compliant and docile than anyone else ever has.

Which should be a huge fucking problem, and raising red flags all over DG's mind.

...Except-

What's really troubling him right now, as he sulks in the passenger seat and you in the driver's, is that you have developed some sort of resistance to his charms.

Maybe a part of him does actually miss the you who he formed the first impression of. Who looked at him in wonder, with the same admiration that everyone else did.

Now that he knows you, he hates that he had thought that initial admiration was insignificant and worthless.

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DG has a stash of candy in the car.

Or more accurately, you keep a stash of candy next to him to a) Shut him up and b) Keep him tolerable.

If DG wasn't so aloof, the fact that he has an incurable sweet tooth (and probably cavities to prove it) would have made headlines as a cute K-Pop fact and likely garnered sponsorship and advertising deals with all sorts of confectionary brands.

You had only found out during your adventures as his manager, rifling through his kitchen drawers trying to find his goddamn phone that he misplaced and you stumbled upon his stash of candy.

It really was a disgusting amount, something you'd expect a gaggle of grade schoolers at Halloween to hoard, not Diego goddamn Kang.

And then you also found out if he's not quiet and haughty in the car, making the atmosphere awkward, he likes to comment on your driving.

Who even sits in the passenger seat next to their 'chauffeur' anyway? He complains about you braking too suddenly and not accelerating fast enough. How you drive like an 80 year old with cataracts, and you're too slow when the light changes to green.

The turn in your relationship happened when you snapped at him to shut the fuck up after losing the final shred of your sanity on a three hour drive.

DG, to your dismay, didn’t miraculously lose his hearing and turns to you as you silently berate yourself for voicing the quiet thoughts out loud.

Although, you're in the deep end now. You're gonna get fired anyway, so if he says anything else you might as well give him a flick on the forehead or a pinch or maybe a punch to the face-

Instead, he laughs.

It's nothing like the laugh you have heard on TV and in interviews. The rehearsed and manicured 'haha' or cool chuckle that suits his shiny persona. It's kinda goofy and a lot endearing.

What's even more endearing is the way he does actually shut the fuck up for the rest of the journey. You like him a lot more after that.

So. You digress.

The candy is a way to keep the sweet toothed maniac quiet. Even if it doesn't work, at least it's harder to make out what insults he's slinging with a lollipop rattling around his mouth.

However, he has never ever shared any with you. Any of the candy that you stock, and pay for.

(That you technically claim back on company expenses, but you're trying to be self righteous here.)

Ever.

In all the months of working with him, he gobbles away happily even if your stomach is growling and you refuse to take any yourself out of principle.

Until-

"Here."

"Huh?"

Taking advantage of your response and open mouth, DG leans into your personal space and feeds you some chewy strawberry something or another (which coincidentally are his least favourite), fingers lingering on your lips for a fraction of a second.

Three things happen in quick succession.

The burst of sugar hits your tongue.

You nearly choke.

You narrowly avoid swerving.

"Careful now," DG grins when you get the car and yourself under control, and glance at him with a scowl.

Good. That proves you're not completely immune to his charms.

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That bastard has now taken it upon himself to feed you candy at every opportunity.

You wonder if he's doing some sort of Pavlov experiment. The sweetness trying to erase any sourness you feel towards him.

It sort of works, and you consider biting his fingers off one of these days.

You hear the crinkling of wrappers, one for him that he pops into his mouth, and one for you that he gives without asking.

You angle your head towards him, and his fingers graze your lips every time.

Neither of you comment on the change but the intimacy drives you a little crazy.

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And DG too.

Because intimacy works both ways and damnit his little gesture to keep the pretty blush on your face has backfired.

The only form of intimacy he knows comes from discreet hookups and low key links. Not someone who is around day in, day out. Or anyone that goes deeper than one night stands and booty calls.

You're there, you're always there. Of course you are, you're his manager.

But today, he feels under the microscope with you standing a couple metres away and keen eyes watching the camera monitor.

It's a no nothing day. Standard schedule where he shoots a fragrance commercial and he exits a pool all wet and sultry, white t-shirt clinging to his muscled body.

Then another scene where he writhes around slightly on a sunbed and eye-fucks the camera.

How it sells a fragrance, he never knows. The mystery of showbiz.

"Cut! More powder!" The director shouts out, the crew springing into action and DG knows exactly why.

He feels strangely embarrassed and flustered, which has manifested into his cheeks being flushed, and god he can't even remember the last time he has been like this.

It’s out of character and he needs to get his head together.

As the make up artist hurriedly dabs on some foundation, you make your way over to him.

"Are you sick?" you ask, concerned and reaching out to feel his forehead with the back of your hand.

"I'm fine," He says, turning away from your attentiveness and staring at a point in the distance.

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With most people, if DG wants them out of sight, they stay out of sight.

But as his manager, and a very competent one at that, it’s harder to get you to leave.

Not that DG wants you to either, don’t get him wrong. 

The only constants he has around him are people who want something from him. And yes, he knows you’re only in his company because you work with him. However, he really can’t doubt the concern he always sees in your eyes. The compassion and empathy even when he makes you want to scream and tear your hair out.

His standoffish demeanour is not new to anyone. It’s part of his appeal to be quite honest. 

Yet he feels bad over the next couple weeks as he turns it up to eleven and tries to create some distance. He registers the hurt on your face as he is extra short with his answers and behaviour.

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Pandering to overinflated celebrity egos and the insane Korean work ethic often leads to after hour shoots and dinner delayed until past midnight.

Honestly, this wreaks havoc on your sleep schedule and your skin.

"Here." You retrieve DG's takeout from the paper bag.

A double portion of delicious fried chicken with a side of kimchi and pickles. It's a change of pace from what most idols order, yet he doesn't give two shits about calories or sodium intake and to add insult to injury, somehow manages to keep his trim figure.

You lament your soggy salad sitting at the bottom. As if it’s not sad enough right now - once you arrive home, the lettuce will be wilting and room temperature and you will eat it in your dimly lit apartment with nothing to keep you company except the sound of the TV.

DG notices you turning to leave his penthouse, and his mouth moves before his brain can.

"Aren't you staying?"

"What?" You double take at the question.

DG's company is usually worse than your lonely meal for one. 

He’s annoying and you frequently want to slap him, but how he has been with you lately has been troubling and you actually feel a sense of relief at his offer.

(You had wondered if you might have been getting sacked up until this moment.)

Nevertheless, in all your time working alongside, you have never had a proper meal one on one together. Nothing more than you driving with one hand and the other hastily shoving a burger into your mouth as he looks on in disgust.

You would have dwelled on this more, wondering what's changed, what’s happened, but then-

"I'll share." DG nudges the box towards you, and the delicious scent of deep fried, battered goodness wafts along with it it

All your misgivings and your salad is forgotten.

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Almost.

No, you were wrong.

Eating with DG, without any distractions such as traffic to navigate or other boisterous colleagues around, is unnerving. Disarming.

His haughtiness remains, but how haughty can someone be when munching on a drumstick.

All frostiness from the past weeks melts away as you both eat your way through his chicken.

He’s talking more tonight than you have heard in a while.

You find him funny, and really quite bitchy. Which you did know all along except it's much funnier now his slanderous comments aren't directed at you.

And has he always looked at you with such a piercing gaze? So intensely focused on what you have to say. Even if you're just complaining about your boss, blurring your lines of professionalism, he gives you his full attention.

You really can't remember the last time you have been in each other's company like this. 

You loathe to admit that even with what an asshole he is, DG's shine hasn’t dulled enough for you that you don't understand the appeal.

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Leaning forward, DG whispers into your ear.

To anyone else, it looks like an over-affectionate idol with their manager. If they could hear his words, "I'm going to kill you," they would think otherwise.

Ok, so this one is your fault.

The good times have to come to an end and maybe you should have been more careful with his pride and joy - some ridiculously overpriced and over-specced vehicle.

Taking advantage of the clear blue Seoul skies, the pink haired menace was the one who drove you today in his fancy imported sports car, but the speed limits and the rest of the traffic was not on his side.

Already running late, even for him, he parked somewhere convenient and illegal then passed you the keys, leaving you stranded on the sidewalk, mouth opening and closing like a goldfish, as he strode off to meet his music producer and choreographer and left you to park his baby elsewhere.

Why he entrusted you with it, you're not sure.

You would have done it anyway though, because when else are you going to have an opportunity to drive a supercar, if your boss didn't call at that moment. Questioning your expenses and DG's schedule and confusing you about the fitting at a fashion house and hair styling appointment that you knew like the back of your hand but when someone is so confidently incorrect, you start to doubt yourself.

By the time you got off the phone after pacing up and down the street and checking and double checking DG's timetable, you finally make your way back to the car-

And see it in the middle of being compounded.

You had begged and pleaded with the two men who were having none of it and you left, tail between your legs, to beg and plead with the other man who you knew would also have none of it.

Damn, you hate it when you prove yourself right in these instances.

You know DG won't really kill you, but he will likely make your life hell for the next couple weeks.

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A normal person being pissed off at you would probably result in the silent treatment until tempers cool down.

DG does the opposite. Sort of.

He takes pleasure in making things as awkward for you as possible, until you're squirming in your seat trying to stay professional, thinking about your job and your rent and your bills; or torn between wanting the ground to swallow you up.

Around other people, your boss, your colleagues, his colleagues, he sidles up to you all smiles and soft looks. Slips purposely into banmal, and then oopsy, pretends that he didn't mean to be so informal with you around others.

Gossip soon stirs about your and DG's close relationship, if there's something else going on. Only you can see the mischief in his eyes and the malice in his smile and you think about yanking him by the ear and demanding to know what he is playing at.

Alone, he denies any sort of miscreant behaviour. Barely listening to you complaining and snapping at him. Ending with him outright ignoring you and you fume even harder.

This time, you're not sure the punishment even fits the crime. 

Any guilt soon dissipates when his car is returned in perfect condition within a couple days but his performance lasts for weeks.

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Teasing you has always been fun for DG - when your cheeks dust angrily with pink and your eyes burn with fire.

The equivalent of a boy pulling a girl’s pigtails in the school yard.

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Meetings with HNH Group usually do not involve you. If it does, at most you are waiting in the car.

Luckily, there are also an assortment of cafes and restaurants within a stone's throw and it gives you some time to debrief and catch a breather from following DG's hectic schedule.

The downside is you're never sure if a two hour meeting will be condensed to fifteen minutes or if a quick catch up with Charles Choi and other Executives turns into an all nighter.

There's been days where you have ordered a meal, then had to abandon it with a sigh and a longing look as you spot DG striding out of the building looking pissed off that you're not already there, or stayed in the vehicle with the engine running and your stomach rumbling as short appointments overshoot.

Maybe this is another consequence from DG being petty and irate with you for getting his car towed - you're left snoozing at the steering wheel of your runaround, the idol standard-issue luxury minivan, waiting for his return.

It's far too late in the evening for anywhere to be open, only the fluorescent lights of convenience stores and glare of the HNH logo illuminates the streets.

DG opens the sliding door, climbs into the back and slams it hard enough to jerk you awake and rattle the entire van.

He’s sitting by himself in the back, which is odd enough in itself.

As you blink away the dregs of sleep, in the rearview mirror, you notice the stiffness in his shoulders and the tightness in his jaw. His eyes stare vacantly out the window. DG is clearly upset about something, enough to crack through his aloof veneer.

"Are you ok?" You don't get a response, not even a passing glance.

Obviously something has gone wrong with the HNH Group meeting and the stress has manifested.

You wrack your brains thinking of something that might cheer up this asshole and you think of the only thing that improves your mood when you're on the verge of a breakdown.

(Usually due to the aforementioned asshole in your current presence). 

"Tteokbokki and beer?" You offer. It’s past your bedtime but a sulky DG for the rest of the week will also ruin your week too.

DG briefly looks at you before going back to staring at the window. It’s not a no.

You don’t get home until past 4am that night. 

At your favourite late night hole-in-the-wall, you eat far more tteokbokki than DG. On second thoughts, you don’t remember him eating any at all. You’re talking and downing beers to fill the silence, trying to perk up this silly celebrity. Loose lipped and spilling far more details than you would if you were sober, with him seated opposite and sipping on a soda. 

As the night ticks along, he thaws and a small smile settles on his face watching you gesticulate and ramble about your life.

You don’t get home until past 4am that night-

With DG driving, piggybacking you up to your apartment, and tucking you into bed.

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DG can’t stop thinking of the weight of you on his back, arms slung over his shoulders, legs at his waist and his hands gripping your thighs.

You slurring drunkenly into his ear as he climbs the stairs in your building. It’s mostly nonsense. He can’t make out your words but remembers your breath tickling his skin.

And when he wraps your duvet around you, the brief moment of lucidity in your eyes as you look at him, softer than you ever have, you tell him, “Thanks Diego.”

Diego.

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Nothing changes between the two of you after this. Not really.

You still find him an enormous thorn in your side. Incredibly stuck up and haughty and you continue to want to throttle him on a weekly basis but you are immensely grateful for him not leaving you a passed out heap on the sidewalk.

You’re in the middle of chastising him once again, dragging him out of bed as he is running late and being an absolute dick about it. Taking it easy as if he has all the time in the world. 

Well of course he does. He’s not the one that will be getting an earful from your boss or on the receiving end of the production crew’s complaints, as if trying to manhandle and cart this manchild around is easy.

“Diego Kang, I swear to fucking god-”

"James." He says, interrupting you as he picks out and pulls an eye-wateringly expensive jumper over his head.

"What?"

"Call me James when it's just us.” He checks out his outfit in the mirror, seemingly satisfied with it, before moving onto his hair. “James Lee. That's my real name."

DG, or James Lee, keeps his eyes on his reflection. Inspecting his non-existent roots, styling his fringe to make it fall just so and applying a liberal amount of hair product.

Nonchalant and casual even as he offers something desperately personal about himself.

"James," you say, trying out the sound for yourself. A name that seems at odds with his loud K-Pop shell but you imagine a time before the fame and the celebrity and the pink hair and it somehow fits.

"James," you repeat, and receive a small smile in return. Then it drops as you add, “If you don’t get your ass in the car in the next five minutes I will kill you.”

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“James,” you think to yourself before you drift off to sleep that night. 

How peculiar.

“James, James, James.”

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Celebrities these days are multi-hyphenates.

DG is an Idol-CEO-Actor, or at least trying to add the last one onto his resume. On looks alone, he would have already gotten his foot through the door. Add on his reputation and popularity, he is drowning in offers.

What you personally dislike more with K-dramas scenes though, is how long things take. How much it revolves around other actors and their managers whereas DG being in the studio or filming a music video is pretty much all him.

This K-drama is supposed to be the next big thing. 

With the biggest names attached, including DG who is making a cameo. The cameo that was also scheduled to be filmed five hours ago but you have both just been lurking in his dressing room since.

Along with some measly snacks and refreshments, which the crew has been kind enough to provide. 

However, the snacks are all but gone (thanks to you) and the refreshments are dwindling and there is no end in sight.

DG, or James, as you have started to call him in your head, is on his phone. He’s always on his phone. Scrolling through news articles, responding to important emails and messages.

There’s only so much news or celebrity gossip you can take. You have exhausted your own social media feeds and you have spent far too much money on your gacha games and the guilt has set in.

You twiddle your thumbs on the sofa next to him as he takes no notice of your presence and you decide to rest your eyes. 

Why not anyway? DG doesn’t need anything right now, work won’t be interrupting you, and there’s nothing for you to do. Just for a minute or five. Until someone from the production team knocks on the door and announces that it’s time for his scene.

DG side-eyes you when he notices your breath start to slow and deepen. Falling asleep on the job, really?

Then you let out a snore before smacking your lips together a couple times and he holds back a snort. He reasons that he should let you have some time to rest. After all, you’re the one that drives him around, his life is in your hands everyday and tiredness kills.

He’s on his phone for a few more minutes, reading through more emails on PTJ Entertainment and out of the corner of his eye he notices you drooping.

Body slowly slumping to slouch over him, until your head makes contact with his shoulder and you’re snoozing happily on your newfound pillow.

It’s equal parts inappropriate and cute.

Ugh, DG is 99% sure you’re drooling on him and the wardrobe department isn’t going to be happy when he returns the outfit.

Either way, that’s not going to be his problem. He adjusts minutely, makes it just a touch more comfortable for you and continues to scroll.

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You wake up to a wetness by your mouth, and to your horror, DG smirking down at you.

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Despite none of this being your fault, you apologise to everyone about having to reschedule DG’s music video shoot due to the previous day’s K-drama delays.

To your relief, the music video goes swimmingly and without a hitch, and the production is wrapped up on time. 

You’ll happily bet that his new song will go straight to No.1. If not, then at least the sensual music video will guarantee DG remains top of mind for weeks. 

You’re updating your boss and even she seems to be pleased.

"This is just work." DG interrupts as you're mid call.

You look up at him, brows furrowed.

Holding your hand to your phone to mute the speaker, you whisper, "I know."

"Good," and he walks away leaving you as confused as ever.

It's not the first time you have seen him shoot an MV, which thank the heavens is so much more efficient than bloody k-dramas, and also not the first time that there's been scenes that emulate an intimate moment. Lips nearly brushing together. Hands roaming bodies under fake rain.

Even if DG notices that you're watching the scene, eyes glazed over and bored, he still felt the urge to explain to you that there's nothing between you and the leading lady in the video.

Once out of sight of everyone, he facepalms himself for his ridiculousness.

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You’re right, and you absolutely love it when you’re right.

The song goes straight to No.1 and holds that position for weeks, fending off competition from boy bands and girl groups and other solo artists. Apparently it’s going to be the song of the summer.

The music video also breaks records for being the most watched within 24 hours.

DG only reviews it once for post-production checks and finds it just fine.

There’s something he can’t quite put his finger on that seems off with it.

He wonders what it would look like if it was you starring opposite him.

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“Where on earth is he?” You grit your teeth and grip harder onto the umbrella that is threatening to be swept away by the wind.

And another thing with being DG’s manager: it’s fine if he’s late but not if it’s you.

(Although to be fair, this instance of him being late is likely due to this particular music producer he’s meeting with enjoying the sound of his own voice.)

You were running late exactly one time in the past, during the first couple days of managing him, when the skies opened and drenched the earth. 

Heavens forbid DG’s perfect, beautiful, flawless hair is ruined by the rain. 

It’s not like he looked like a drowned rat. The paparazzi caught him in a wet t-shirt, fabric clinging to his abs and his pink hair slicked back stylishly. Even the goddamn raindrops were running fashionably down his high cheekbones and dripping off his pout.

For the next week, the tabloids and internet forums went wild with how hot he looked. 

(Who knows, maybe that was the inspiration for his fragrance commercial.)

Nevertheless, DG was displeased and it made its way back to your boss how displeased he was.

Ever since, you have been the unfortunate soul waiting in all manners of weather for him. Rain storms, blistering sun, freezing snow.

Today, it’s your favourite. Rain. You shiver against the elements trying to take shelter under the building entrance canopy, the wind whipping the downpour every which way and you’re getting soaked regardless of how you angle your umbrella.

“Hurry up, DG.”

You check the time over and over. He would be early to his next appointment if he exited the building now. 

…On time.

…On time if the traffic was in your favour.

…Late, but not terribly so.

…Fashionably late.

… Late enough to piss everyone off in the room.

Shit. Just as you begin to fret, wondering if something has happened to him-

Clicks and flashes from cameras alert you to his royal highness finally making an appearance, ready to exit the studio and making his way over to the car.

He materialises by your side, and you mutter a familiar phrase to him. 

“You’re late.” 

It’s a mantra you’re tired of repeating, but he relishes if the amused grin is any indication.

Without a word, he takes off his trench coat and drapes it around your shoulders. His right hand covers yours over the umbrella handle, left wrapping around your waist as he guides you through the throng of reporters and fans.

“What are you doing?” You hiss under your breath. 

You can imagine the optics now from the papers and your boss. It looks… Well. Not terrible but not the best.

“You’re soaked,” is all DG provides, accompanied with a raised eyebrow and a smirk. 

He opens the driver’s door for you before he climbs into the passenger’s side.

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Thank goodness for your gift of the gab.

He’s being a gentleman, you tell everyone that would listen. Isn’t this what Korea wants? An idol with manners and who looks after everyone? Is empathetic and caring?

Think how well it would resonate with the female demographic, who wants a boyfriend like this! The older boomer demographic, who thinks none of the young ‘uns have any manners anymore!

Your boss isn’t convinced until the advertising offers for umbrella companies roll in.

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Truth be told, DG doesn’t know what possessed him to do that. Especially in front of cameras.

Though, it’s not like he could just let you get even more drenched could he? You’re standing there, looking pitiful and he was just going to let you hold the umbrella over him when he should be the one taking care of you-

Hold on.

DG frowns at himself.

Damn.

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James Lee has never looked after anyone besides himself. You need to look after yourself if you are to survive this dog eat dog world. To make it atop the Pre-Generation, the First Generation and now the Second.

He had unfathomably high expectations of himself (that he managed to achieve) and low expectations for relationships (that hadn’t been proven wrong yet).

People have flitted in and out of the chapters of his life, no-one staying around for long. Definitely no-one staying around long enough to know him, for him to grow comfortable with. 

Perhaps it has been the forced closeness that has caused him to let his guard down. Cabin fever, in a sense.

But James Lee, Diego Kang, has himself also been around long enough to know there’s more to you and he wants more of you.

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Finding reasons to spend time together isn’t difficult. Actually, finding reasons to spend time apart would be much harder.

You both get on with your jobs and your duties, even as the closeness grows day by day.

And every time when you’re alone and you call him James, his heart grows fonder.

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Out of all the seats available in his apartment, James lounges next to you, long legs draping over yours.

It's another night in together.

These seem to be happening with increasing frequency. DG at least used to keep up appearances, networking with his fellow celebrities.

Parties where you used to look at him with distaste as starlets surrounded him, award shows that he couldn't care less about as you hung around in the background.

Now he prefers to stay in with you, using work as a thin excuse. Studying lyrics that he has already memorised, going over dances that are long ingrained in him.

"You're not going to her party?" You ask, you were sure this fan-favourite and DG were an item or had history. At the very least, the who's who of the industry always attended her gatherings.

"No," his eyes continue roving over the lines.

Then when you thought the conversation was done, he looks over the top of his paper, eyes sparkling with playfulness, "I prefer being here with you."

Oh. Your breath catches in your throat.

You think you might never breathe normally again.

.

.

No, that’s a lie. Any opportunities for rose-tinted glasses has long passed by. You both know each other too well for that.

You breathe perfectly fine. Actually, this morning you are taking deep breaths to try and centre yourself. 

It’s not working. 

“You’re always fucking late,” you snap, giving in to your anger.

Sometimes you think it is your fault for not watching over DG 24/7. That instead of going back home, you should just live with him so you can shake him awake when he is supposed to get up instead of when he wants to.

And does it hurt him to look the least bit contrite at making your life a misery? 

Why does he have to look so smug with a lollipop stick hanging out his mouth? Seriously, between all the rushing around this morning, when did he find time to look for goddamn candy?

“For fuck’s sake, James.” You’re speed walking towards his front door, looking at the Maps app on your phone and miss his smile at you snarling his name. 

You’re already running behind and every route to the recording studio is red due to roadworks or an accident or just plain ol’ congestion. “Shit!”

Your finger jabs at the elevator button multiple times.

“It’s not going to get there any quicker if you do that,” DG speaks lowly into your ear and you get the urge to pinch him.

Instead of prodding some more at the button, you turn around and prod him in the chest.

“You’re going to get me fired one of these days,” You growl. “It’s fine for you, Diego goddamn Kang, the star who is pretty much untouchable. I’m not. I’m replaceable. There’s a million people who would take my job-”

DG snatches your hand, holds it still. “You’re not replaceable.” Then adds with an infuriating grin, “So what if we’re late.”

The minivan is skipped, and his answer to your problem is his other pride and joy. A motorbike that looks far too aggressive and a complete death trap.

“I’m not getting on that,” you say as DG hands you leathers that materialised from god-knows-where and a spare helmet.

“Fine,” he says, shrugging and throwing a leg over. “I don’t think your boss will be happy.”

“Fuck!”

.

.

If this was any other situation, you would be acutely aware of yourself pressed up against DG’s back. Your arms wrapped tightly around his waist.

Except all you can focus on is that you’re going to fucking die. You think you might be screaming.

“Stop screaming!” His disembodied voice calls out. Oh. Turns out you are.

For some reason, DG had thought the helmets with built in speakers and mic would be better for communication. Fun, even. Frankly, you’re just giving him a headache.

(Not to mention the fact that he bought a spare helmet at all. And leathers that he thought would be exactly your size.

He had never rode with anyone before and you certainly had never expressed any interest. Yet he passed by a motorcycle store when he had rare time to spare, and visited on a whim.

If he dwelled on this anymore, DG is sure his headache would turn into a full blown migraine.)

Later that night, when the ringing in his ears finally subside, he will still think about the way you held him.

.

.

When public opinion is on your side, then that’s fantastic. Amazing. You tend to get away with all sorts of things.

When it’s not, the truth can become muddied and there’s mental gymnastics from all sides painting you as the villain.

Fortunately, public opinion generally works in DG’s favour, especially in the case of his stalker who got sentenced for more jail time than if she was harassing a normal person, but not long enough to account for all the distress she has caused.

Such is the criminal justice system.

Her date of release looms large and near. DG, despite his talent and fighting prowess, realises certain traumas can’t be erased.

He grows on edge. Skittish. Snaps at any and everything. It’s noted by journalists. Other managers gives you questioning looks

You don’t miss his change in demeanour. To you, the reason behind it is obvious. 

You’ve heard about this case, everyone has. It dominated headlines for almost a month: the crazy sasaeng fan who believed herself to be DG’s girlfriend before moving onto another poor soul and was finally arrested.

As he spirals, nothing you do or say to him manages to get more than a nod or a frown. You try to offer that she had fixated on someone else before she was arrested, hoping that was a small consolation to him. And though he managed a weak smile, the black cloud still hangs over him.

In the end, you pack your bags and arrive at DG’s one evening. Instead of letting yourself in like you usually would, you ring the buzzer, smile into the door camera and tell him “It’s me!”

The door swings open to reveal DG looking perplexed (and worse for wear). Head tilting, curious and inquisitive when he sees your suitcase and carrier bags full of snacks.

“I’m staying for a while.”

“According to who?”

You barge past him anyway with a grin.

.

.

The date of his stalker’s release arrives and passes without drama.

You miss your home comforts but it makes you happy to see DG’s mood genuinely improve as the days go on.

The luxurious oversized mattress, fancy spa shower, and jacuzzi bathtub also helps to make your stay a bit more bearable.

Not to mention each morning DG actually cooks breakfast for you. Turns out he’s not bad at all at playing a househusband, and it’s also maddening how he manages to get up each day before you when he hasn’t got any place to be.

“Thanks James,” you say, when he presents you with a home cooked meal and his smile grows a bit more each day.

.

.

Peace doesn’t last.

Blurry photos of you both leaving and entering DG’s apartment at all hours of the day and night make the front page of certain news sites.

Headlines scream with leading questions. 

“Relationship beyond Manager and Idol?”

“How a Manager seduced their Idol.” 

“Who is this mystery person that has tamed DG?”

Why anyone deemed it newsworthy is beyond you. You’ve been to his apartment a million times. 

Yes, you suppose the closeness of DG and yourself in the photos can look a little suspect. 

In this particular one, it looks like you have your hand caressing his chest when in actual fact you were shoving him away for a dismissive comment he made.

And the other photo, of his hand on your wrist, was actually him dragging you away when he spotted a herd of fans in the distance.

More pictures unveil themselves.

A snapshot of you driving and DG feeding you candy.

You and DG, whispering intimately in your ear as his supercar is being towed away in the background.

You red faced and drunk as DG piggybacks you outside your building.

His jacket wrapped around you, hand on your waist and angling the umbrella over you.

Him smiling down at you (ok, you admit that you didn’t realise how soft that looks to other people.)

Finally an exceptionally pixelated image of you both on his bike, that could be anyone really.

Unfortunately, your opinion is in the minority as the articles are inundated with comments and furious, tearful fans shrieking that their idol is betraying them. 

Simply unhinged.

.

.

The speculation grows. You’re damned if you do deny anything, damned if you don’t. Your talent agency puts out an official statement.

To your ire, the statement is ‘no comment’ rather than anything more definitive. You glare at James when you find out, suspecting he has something to do with this.

He gives you a shrug, and a familiar look of mischief.

To his credit, he doesn’t leave you completely to fend for yourself. You stay off social media for your sanity, and when the paparazzi hounds you, he's the one with his arm around you, cutting a path through the crowd and shielding you.

It adds fuel to the fire. Does nothing to help your case. 

Still, you can’t help feeling safe and secure with his hand guiding you - holding onto your waist, round your shoulder, or simply - 

Your hand in his.

.

.

Outside of the conference room, where DG is wrapping up a press release for his newest album and nothing else, a reporter slinks out and approaches you.

You’re used to being on the other side of the conversation. Part of the staff, herding DG through camera flashes and questions being thrown at him though there was always some sort of camaraderie. Both parties just trying to do their job with deadlines and targets to hit.

This time you just feel a weariness as you see this person making a beeline towards you.

“Nice to meet you, Y/N.” They say, holding out their hand for a shake which you take with reluctance.

“Hi.”

A voice recorder is thrusted into your face, and you automatically take a step back. “Hope you don’t mind, but I just have a couple questions for you.”

“Um...”

“There’s been lots of sightings of you and DG together-”

You open your mouth to argue-

“Can you confirm your relationship with him?”

A vacant smile settles onto your face. It’s a practised expression where you follow all the cues to be polite and professional even as internally you wish to be anywhere but here. “I’m his manager.”

“Are you two together? Romantically?”

“I’m his manager.” You repeat through gritted teeth, and you’re surprised to hear your voice calm and collected.

“Is that a no? Or-”

“What even is this question?” You scoff, ignoring the way your cheeks heat, and refusing to partake in this circus a moment longer. “This is over.”

You manage to at least catch them looking apologetic, before you stride off into a corner to take a deep breath.

.

.

DG, much more adept and experienced at fending off questions, had finished the conference early and caught the entire exchange, watching you both with a bemused look.

Walking towards you with quiet, measured footsteps, his hand settles onto your lower back as he murmurs your name.

He bites back a laugh at your small, startled jolt.

DG tilts his head to signal ‘this way’. You give him a look but follow him regardless. Trailing behind, moving far away from other prying eyes. 

Up a flight of stairs, through multiple fire doors, turning left then right then another right then maybe a left. It doesn’t matter. You’re hopefully lost and decide to just put your faith in this wretched idol.

He finally seems to find what he’s looking for as he reaches an empty corridor; stopping mid-step and you collide into his back.

“Ack!” You exclaim, hitting the solid wall of muscle.

He lets out a huff of laughter and whirls around to face you, noting how cute your look of surprise is.

How strange though, that this is his current position. But is it really unexpected that the person that has been by his side for months has finally worked their way into his heart and has somehow learned to read him when no-one else could?

If he really thinks about it, yes actually, it is unexpected. No-one else has managed to grow close to him before. As James Lee, as Diego Kang. Birds of a feather or opposites attract or everything in between, no-one has got him like you do. 

There’s still so much more to tell and show you but… First things first.

Fidgeting, you shift your weight from one foot to another, growing self-conscious waiting for DG to talk, only to find him staring intently at your face. Impatient, you give in and speak first.

“What is it?”

“...”

“Diego-”

“James.” He cuts in abruptly, “It’s just us right now. Please.”

You blink in shock at the please and correct yourself at his insistence, lowering your voice so it doesn’t echo down the empty hallway. “James, are you ok?”

“Better than ever,” he says, a smirk now pulling at his lips.

You register his change in mood and narrow your eyes, wondering where this is going. “Why are we here?”

“When the reporter asked if we were together, you said you’re my manager.”

“I am your manager.”

“But you are interested in me.”

It’s not a question. DG, no James, says it like a fact and there’s no doubt in your mind or his. You open your mouth to argue, then close it again. Open it once more-

What.

You feel some cogs in your brain misfiring and all you can manage is a feeble, “Huh?”

“You told them you’re my manager, but didn’t say no to being with me.”

“...”

“So. What do you think?”

“Of what?”

“Us.”

“You like me. Tell me that I’m wrong.”

You take a step back. “...”

Another step. “...”

“Tell me you don’t want this.”

And your back hits the wall with an oomph.

DG slaps his hand on the wall beside your head, bends at the waist and leans his weight forward until he’s eye level with you. “Tell me and I promise I’ll stop.”

“...”

You’re cornered and he searches your face for a response.“Y/N?”

“...”

Fuck. Fuck!

How on earth are you supposed to respond when he looks at you like this. When his face is millimetres from yours and his breath is on your skin and his dark eyes pierces into your soul, pupils blown deliciously wide.

With his stupid pink hair and his fringe flopping, framing his face and his high cheekbones.

The stupid canines of his poking out that gives him so much character and is so hot it hurts when he flashes it accompanied with an arched brow and an arrogant smile.

His stupid pout and his stupid lips, that you know is constantly moisturised with a fancy overpriced lip balm to make it look kissable for the cameras.

And Jesus Christ, you hate to admit it but they do. They 100% do because somewhere in the back of your brain you always knew they look kissable but it has been often clouded by just simply how annoying and bratty you found him.

Except right now you don’t find him annoying or bratty at all.

Even as he’s confessing his feelings with complete confidence, no unease, no anxiety or doubts, because he always had a way of worming under your skin and he knows exactly how to push your buttons.

Damn it all.

“Kiss me,” you tell James, and he isn’t surprised at all by your reaction, face lighting up at your confirmation.

He shifts. 

Hand coming up to cup your cheek. He rubs his thumb twice over your skin, savouring you any way he can before tilting your face towards his. His lips at first brushes against your forehead. Leaves a trail down your nose, peppers both cheeks and then your chin. 

He draws back once, takes in your sweet face and gives you a smile so soft it makes your heart hurt.

Then finally, after wanting this for so long, presses his lips against yours.

Diego Kang, James Lee, tastes like candy and sugar.

[missedstations]

"Warm Water Fish Moving In" - dg nanouk okpik

Out there, believing a spiritual ruin the body passes & the dead found scavenged hock to fetlock, on these beaches. The body rests on round patches of dried sea grasses. Out there, the night entrance looms from earthly, inward, silent escapes like sound shapes of the cosmos swirling. The wall of salt-white chance. I tap lightly like an alderfly. Upon cool, damp ground I throw stones half-halt. TSTHHsssHHH! Pebbles quickly fly windward restraining the nightglow livery. A freehold. I hang on the seaside banister. For here: my ears bleed like a cat’s in the evening; my nose hears instinct; my eyes smell salt! I crouch to the ocean’s ocean watching waves fold & spray. Fold & spray Here: in bone-shackled shells; around my flowered bound hands; tightly held—still my free feet walk as a beetle across a sidewalk. I find: the dead spot of the fawn lily; three human heads; dusty; tampered; stilted; like dried up blossoms. But, black on blue. Out there: dust particles; a somber, solar moon waning; & beetle browed. Large dome ice cores wake the dead living to the time & hour of melting igloos & ice caves, rising butter clams clamped shut rotten & rancid. Out there, I find albino black grouse huddled in covens. Here bull thistle in my intestines, toxic shock & fodder in my seal poke side bag. Slung over my shoulder a grimace of a mask peeking at me. And here, harbor seal walks upright, porpoise circle the screech wail hides, at the back of my mouth, in here. Unblinking pupils of owls live. There moon trips grow dark— here the annual growth of a fish scale is 33 inches. Fine debris of rocks scatters bluest eggs of magpies, cobalt. Enclosed by a caribou herd in protection like a nest weaved to the spruce. And here we polish lying in snow our bodies to purify or free of fleas and louse. In here, I peel off a bony cast on my head & the temporary loss of my soul person lives freely. Here I am not woman or man, the corpse is played out before life. I find finger fish holes. Here like cancer a jar of oil is 21 dollars a liter & might be 10,400,320 years old. I intoned her, I purse my lips I am pursued by my eye shape. Hereherehereherehere again my coverlid & domed mind hides under closed eyes feels the warm water of fish moving moving in.

[helen0086]

Study on Acid Value Determination Method for Coenzyme Q10 Soft Capsules in Healthy Care Foods

With the improvement of living standard, people pay more attention to improve their immunity by consuming health products [1-2]. Coenzyme Q10 is one of the important coenzymes in human body, which has the effects of improving human immunity [3-4], scavenging free radicals [5-6], lowering blood pressure [7], and antioxidant [8-9], and has a good effect in preventing and assisting in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases [10-11], diabetes [12-13], tumors, and other chronic diseases [14-15], so the softgel capsules of coenzyme Q10 are widely used in health products. Therefore, Coenzyme Q10 softgels are widely used in health food products, and acid price is an important indicator of the quality of oil products in health food [16-18].

Acid value is a measure of the number of free carboxylic acid groups in a mixture, which is expressed as the milligrams of potassium hydroxide required to neutralize the free fatty acids in 1 g of fat[19-20] . If the acid value is too high, it will lead to gastrointestinal discomfort, diarrhea and liver damage [21-22]; the smaller the acid value is, the better the quality of oils and fats [23-24] and the higher the nutritive value, therefore, acid value is often used to measure the quality of oils and fats [25-26].

At present, there is no standard for the acidity testing of softgel capsules of Coenzyme Q10 in health food, and the testing methods adopted are mostly GB 5009.229 "Determination of Acidity in Foods, National Standard for Food Safety" [27]. In addition, in order to ensure the level of food testing, it is necessary to analyze the uncertainty of the testing method. Measurement uncertainty is the basis for judging the measurement results and an indicator for assessing the level of measurement, and it is used as a means to improve the level of quality evaluation and quality control, providing support for the future testing of health food [28-29].

Due to the special nature of the contents of Coenzyme Q10 softgel capsules in health food, when the room temperature is high, the contents are in liquid state, and when the room temperature is low, the contents are in solidified state. Therefore, the study was conducted to optimize the sample pretreatment, so that the contents can be completely dissolved by the mixed solution into a clarified oil sample at room temperature or low temperature, and the acid value test can be carried out by phenolphthalein indicator titration and cold solvent automatic potentiometric titration. It is convenient to use phenolphthalein indicator titration and cold solvent automatic potentiometric titration for acid price determination. In addition, the phenolphthalein indicator titration method is less costly than the automatic potentiometric titration method, simpler in operation, more accurate, and more suitable for lighter-colored oil and grease specimens, which can be used as a reference for laboratories and testing institutes to conduct the acid value testing of softgel capsules of health food products.

1.Materials and Methods

1.1 Instruments and Reagents

Instruments: Automatic Potentiometric Titrator Model G20S, Electrode (DG-i116-Solvent), Analytical Balance Model ME204/02, Constant Temperature Water Bath Model HH-M4.

Reagents: anhydrous ether (content ≥99.5%), isopropyl alcohol (content ≥99.7%), sodium hydroxide (content ≥96.0%), anhydrous ethanol (content ≥99.7%).

1.2 Test Methods

1.2.1Pre-Test Preparation

Pre-treatment of oil samples: Take Coenzyme Q10 softgel capsules, squeeze the contents into a 250 mL conical flask and place it in a 50 ℃ water bath to melt the contents into a liquid state.

Prepare a neutral ether/isopropanol (1/1, V/V) mixture in a stoppered reagent bottle and place in a water bath at 30 °C to keep the mixture slightly warm.

1.2.2 Test Methods

Refer to GB 5009.229 "National Standard for Food Safety: Determination of Acid Price in Food".

1.2.3 Calculation formulae

Where: X-acid price , mg/g;

V-volume of standard titrant consumed , mL;

V0 - Blank consumption of standard titrant volume , mL;

C- Concentration of the titration solution , mol/L;

m - weighed amount of test material for titration , g.

2. Results and Analysis

2.1 Detection Method Results

2.1.1 Phenolphthalein Indicator Titration Method

The method was tested according to the first method of GB 5009.229 after pre-treatment of the samples, and the acid price was measured to be 1.031 1 mg/g with an RSD of 0.45% after 6 parallel tests.

The results of the phenolphthalein indicator titration test are shown in Table 1.

Table 1 Phenolphthalein indicator titration test results

2.1.2 Automated Potentiometric Titration with Cold Solvents

The method was tested according to the second method of GB 5009.229 after pre-treatment of the samples, and the acid price was measured to be 1.029 8 mg/g with an RSD of 0.42% after 6 parallel tests.

The results of the cold solvent automated potentiometric titration test are shown in Table 2.

Table 2 Results of cold solvent automated potentiometric titration tests

2.1.3Hot Ethanol Indicator Titrations

The method was carried out by automatic potentiometric titration with 6 parallel measurements. The acid price was 1.132 6 mg/g with RSD of 0.45%.

The results of the hot ethanol indicator titration test are shown in Table 3.

Table 3 Results of the hot ethanol indicator titration method

When the contents were in solid state at the low temperature in the room, the contents and the ether/isopropanol mixture were placed in a water bath and tested by the first and second methods of GB 5009.229 and compared with the third method of GB 5009.229. As shown in Tables 1, 2 and 3, there was no significant difference in the results of acidity testing among the three methods, which indicates that the optimized pretreatment method did not affect the acidity testing, and the measurement results were closer to the real values. It can be seen from Tables 1, 2 and 3 that there is no significant difference between the results of the three methods, which indicates that the optimized pretreatment method does not affect the determination of the acid price of Coenzyme Q10 softgel capsules, and the results of the measurement are closer to the real value of the test results.

The determination of acidity in softgel capsules of Coenzyme Q10 for health food is a difficult task, and the use of different methods at different temperatures may lead to bias in the acidity test results. It has been shown that cold solvent auto-potentiometric titration can effectively avoid color interference and is suitable for samples with darker colors.

In addition, the results are more accurate, but the method is laboratory intensive[23] , the potentiometric titration is slower than manual titration with an indicator, and the results are affected by the longer duration of the titration process. When an automatic potentiometric titrator is not available, hot ethanol indicator titrations and cold solvent indicator titrations can be used, but hot ethanol indicator titrations are only suitable for solid oils and fats samples and, as shown in Tables 1, 2 and 3, the hot ethanol indicator titration consumes more titration volume.

In the above analysis, the use of phenolphthalein indicator titration method is simpler and more convenient, not only to improve the test efficiency, save reagents, but also extend the life of the equipment, and the method is more suitable for lighter-colored oil and grease samples, and is more suitable for the daily testing in the laboratory.

2.2 Uncertainty Evaluation

2.2.1 Sources and Analysis of Uncertainty

The uncertainties arising from the tests were evaluated using the Class A method. The uncertainty is due to the standard deviation of the repeatability of a single determination, u(1), as a result of repetitive testing.

Uncertainties due to systematic effects are evaluated using a Type B method, including uncertainty u(2) due to weighing of the sample, uncertainty u(3) due to the 50 mL brown buret, uncertainty u(4) due to the concentration of the sodium hydroxide standard titrant, and uncertainty u(5) due to the molar mass of sodium hydroxide.

2.2.2 Evaluation of Uncertainties

The uncertainty component urel(1) introduced by the repeatability of the acid price measurement results. The uncertainty introduced by the repeatability of the measurements can be evaluated by the Class A evaluation method using the measurement columns obtained from successive measurements. The measurements were repeated 6 times and the results are shown in Table 1. The average mass of the sample was 10.138 5 g, the average acid price was 1.031 1 mg/g, the standard deviation was 0.004 6 mg/g, and the relative standard deviation was 0.004 5. The relative uncertainty introduced by the reproducibility of the acid price measurement of the samples was urel(1) 0.004 5.

The uncertainty component urel (2) was introduced by weighing the sample. The average mass of the weighed samples is 10.138 5 g. Combined with the maximum permissible deviation of the analytical balance, the maximum permissible error of the analytical balance is ± 0.5 mg for 0 ≤ M ≤ 50 g. Considering a uniform distribution, k = √ 3, then  0.5 = 0.289 mg. 2 weighings (tare, gross mass) combined not √ 3

Determination u(2) = √0.000 2892 + 0.000 2892 = 0.000 409 g.

urel(2) = = 0.000 04.

u(3) = √0.028 92 +0.000 682 +0.052   =0.057 8.

Uncertainty u (4) for the standard titrant of sodium hydroxide. The standard solution of sodium hydroxide was purchased directly, and the extended uncertainty urel=0.3% was obtained from the certificate of identity of the standard substance, with 95% confidence probability, and the concentration was 0.100 1 mol/L. Assuming a normal distribution, the table shows that Kp=1.960, so the relative standard uncertainty urel(4) =0.001 53.

The uncertainty u (5) arises from the molar mass of potassium hydroxide. The atomic weights and uncertainties of the elements in potassium hydroxide from the latest edition of the IUPAC table of atomic weights are given in Table 4. For each element, the standard uncertainty is calculated as a rectangular distribution of the uncertainties listed by IUPAC with extreme deviations.

The atomic weights and uncertainties of the elements of potassium hydroxide are shown in Table 4. Table 4 Atomic weights and uncertainties of the elements of potassium hydroxide.

2.2.3 Calculation of Synthetic Standard Uncertainty

The components affecting the results are independent of each other, and the relative synthetic uncertainty is:

urelC= √0.004 52+0.000 042+0.031 12+0.001 532 =3.15%.

Extended uncertainty: take the inclusion factor k = 2, then the extended uncertainty Urel = 3.15% × 2 = 6.30%.

2.2.4 Measurement Extended Uncertainty Report

The acid value in Coenzyme Q10 softgels was determined by manual titration with a measurement uncertainty of Urel=6.30%, k=2 for a value of 1.031 1 mg/g. The value of 1.031 1 mg/g was determined by manual titration with a measurement uncertainty of Urel=6.30%, k=2.

3.Conclusion

Due to the complex composition of health food products, there are various interferences, and the appropriate sample pretreatment and detection method are the key factors affecting the determination of acid price. According to the characteristics of the contents of Coenzyme Q10 softgel capsules in health food, the sample pretreatment was optimized, and the contents could be dissolved by the mixed solution to form a clarified oil sample at room temperature or low temperature. In this way, both phenolphthalein indicator titration and cold solvent auto-potentiometric titration could be used to determine the acid price. The standard deviation of the phenolphthalein indicator titration was 0.004 6 mg/g, the relative standard deviation was 0.45% and the extended uncertainty was 6.30%. The results showed that the determination of acid price by phenolphthalein indicator titration is a feasible method, which is simple, reproducible, accurate and suitable for light-colored edible oils and fats samples, and can quickly determine the acid price of Coenzyme Q10 softgel capsules in health food products without the need of special instruments, which lays a foundation for the determination of acid price of similar products in the future.

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[et090]

Kind of find it cool from bEHAVIOR to create a new game with DbD style but just can’t wait for DeathGarden community to grow to see what type it become...

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[dailyginasusa]

Chapters: 1/1 Fandom: 大逆転裁判 | Dai Gyakuten Saiban | The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles (Video Games) Rating: General Audiences Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply Relationships: Gina Lestrade/Mikotoba Susato Characters: Gina Lestrade (Dai Gyakuten Saiban), Mikotoba Susato, Toby (Dog) Additional Tags: Light Angst, with a happy ending, DGS 2 Spoilers, the dog is FINE guys Series: Part 11 of Daily Ginasusa Summary:

Susato frowned. “Neither of those are your fault, Gina. And I’m sure we’re going to find Toby soon.” She said, glancing towards Gina. The other woman shrugged.

“I hope so, Sooze.” She sighed as they turned a corner. It was growing dark already—it would be difficult to find a black dog in this light. “Dunno wot I’ll do if I can’t.”

--

Toby's gone missing, and Gina entrusts Susato to help her look.

[theministerskat]

The Lallybroch Library Scavenger Hunt 2019

7. Create a list of fan fiction that is to blame for your own personal headcanons [20 points].

Canon compliant stories are my favorite, so I have read a lot of them. Here are the ones that I have completely accepted as canon.

Arses and Bannocks by @whiskynottea

Young Rupert and Angus live - and make trouble - in castle Leoch.

Fleur-de-Lis by @ianmuyrray

A canon-compliant backstory series exploring what it was like for Ian (and Jenny) during the time between Virgins and Outlander.

Meant To Be by @futurelounging

From Brianna's recollections of Frank taking her and Claire to the mountains every year, this is a short story about what that time might have been like and the inner thoughts of Frank as he navigates raising his daughter fathered by another man.

Second Wife by @betweensceneswriter

After returning from Helwater, Jamie remarries and becomes a step-father. An exploration of Jamie's second marriage, and how it fell apart.

These last two are by the incredibly talented @futurelounging​. Out Of Time explores Claire’s parents’ story, and I am 100% convinced this is exactly what happened. Still Here is in progress, but I swear this is what will happen beyond what DG eventually gives us. It is also responsible for a new OTP of mine, Elizabeth MacKenzie Myers and Luke Murray.

Out Of Time by @futurelounging​

The story of Henry Beauchamp and Julia Moriston.

Still Here by @futurelounging

A story following The Frasers, Murrays, and MacKenzies of Fraser's Ridge and their descendants.

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[greyscatch]

Days gone ps5

#DAYS GONE PS5 MOVIE#

#DAYS GONE PS5 PS4#

#DAYS GONE PS5 PC#

#DAYS GONE PS5 PLUS#

#DAYS GONE PS5 SERIES#

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#DAYS GONE PS5 PS4#

There’s a good game in here somewhere, but it’s buried in a meandering storyline, repetitive missions, and just too much obligatory stuff to do without an eye on the smaller details that could have given it much more character."Įven though it only earned a 6.5/10 from IGN, we do believe there is a ton of potential and included it on our list of nine sequels that would make PS5 a force to recon with.Īnother PS4 game - The Last of Us Remastered - has seen its loadtimes on PS4 shortened by over 70% in certain areas, and while its PS5 improvements haven't been confirmed, news like this for Days Gone are seemingly teasing that playing older games will be a much better experience on PS5. It’s messy and confused, but peppered with genuinely thrilling encounters with rampaging hordes of zombies and occasionally breathless firefights.

#DAYS GONE PS5 MOVIE#

It was their best selling game because it was their first time working with an AAA budget in decades.In our review of Days Gone, which was released in 2019, we said it "feels bloated, like a movie that goes on for an hour longer than it needs to or should’ve. All those games you brought up outsold Days Gone except maybe Control. Kingdom Hearts is niche, the franchise has the most insulting non-sensical plot of all time and is hard carried by Disney worlds. Death Stranding is inaccessible, it is a tedious walking simulator and many reviewers rightfully mocked the game.

#DAYS GONE PS5 SERIES#

Death Stranding and Kingdom Hearts 3 aren't first party but Metal Gear and Kingdom hearts series have been PS exclusive in the past. If the sales were really poor, Sony wouldn't even want a sequel to be made in the first place. You are also contradicting yourself, by calling the sales of the game "poor" considering that the sequel is coming. The sales for DG outdid the expectations and it was also the studios' best selling game in company history. What about Control? CoD MW? Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order? Sekiro? Resident Evil 2 Remake? They don't have to be the same genre to compete. So just because Sony didn't release any "decent" first party games in 2019 means that there was no competition for games like Days Gone? First party games like Death Stranding and Kingdom Hearts 3 still competed with it. Originally posted by Mosh:2019 was also the year where Sony didn't release any decent games so Days Gone was allowed to take the spotlight. It is the worst time to be an Nvidia victim/Valve cancelled project funder. There are endless of zombies to fend off as you scavenge for food and supplies in this open-world survival game.

#DAYS GONE PS5 PC#

It is not Sony's job to hard carry PC gaming after their last hope, CDPR, failed and scammed them. By Kimberly Mae Go on JanuLast updated: ApDays Gone became one of the most popular PlayStation exclusives, and later on, with a PC port released. Even if you got a Sony game every year, at this rate, you will still never catch up lmfao. Death Stranding hopefully with real combat Enjoy last-gen gaming with your immersion breaking load screens. Nous utilisons des cookies et des outils similaires qui sont nécessaires pour vous permettre deffectuer des achats, pour améliorer vos expériences dachat et fournir nos services, comme détaillé dans notre Avis sur les cookies. Thanks for funding our next-gen experiences by buying these cliffhanger ending story-driven games. REMINDER that the best looking game of all time, God of War, is only on Playstation, rendering your rig USELESS. (that can NEVER come to PC due to how it uses the PS5's SSD). They will also keep expecting the actually unmissable PS exclusives like Bloodborne or Spider-man while the next game is probably the soulless Ratchet & Clank reboot which is also getting a PS5 exclusive sequel. Any game that flops on PS4 is still miles better than colossal failure multiplats like Cyberpunk, so PC gamers will eat it up while giving Sony more money. Should be easy money for Sony that will go towards more superior PS5 exclusive sequels such as Horizon 2 and Ghost of Tsushima 2.

#DAYS GONE PS5 PLUS#

La pétition compte déjà plus de 159 000 signatures sur un objectif de 200 000. Suite à cela, les fans du jeu ont donc voulu faire comprendre à quel point le jeu était réussi et que tout le monde attendait une suite sur PS5. Days Gone sold extremely poorly on PS4 as it's a generic Ubisoft tier zombie game but it still surpasses the average PC gamer standards. Days Gone a lui aussi écoulé 8 millions d’exemplaires mais n’a jamais eu droit à de tels remerciements.

[blue-matches-my-eyes-you-prick]

space emoji!!! stars in space emoji i cant fucking find it but tell me abt ur ocs!!!!!

Rook!

I haven't touched him in a while but he's a hell knight who had an unfortunate, hm, smash and grab encounter with Doo/mguy.

Nearly killed with a massive head injury caused by a certain space marine

Said head injury damaged the part of the brain that allows for higher ranking demons to give directons to lower classes

Still in 'pursuit' of DG after recovering from wounds but not really sure what he's looking for, it's all instinct

Not as agresssive as a fully intact hell knight but he still has his moments

Not seen here but he has a little backpack he scavenged from the super gore nest :) (his original spawn point)

He tries to avoid human settlements as much as possible but mainly he's avoiding harm as much as possible on his journey

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TN RTE Selection list 2021 (School-wise) Selected Students list

TN RTE Selection list 2021 | RTE TN Selection List 2021 | TN RTE Draw Result 2021 | TN RTE Students List 2021 | TN RTE Selection List school wise 2021-22 RTE Tamil Nadu Admission 2021 online application, status, draw result and selection list can be checked online @ rte.tnschools.gov.in. TN RTE Selection list,  Right To Education to free and compulsory education to all eligible students. RTE Act, 2009, describes the modalities of the importance of free and compulsory education of children (6-14 years). Dear aspirants as we know education is a fundamental right for everyone. You can check the RTE Tamil Nadu List school wise 2021

TN RTE Selection List 2021

Dear friends, As we know RTE Tamilnadu Admission List, application form, and other details can be check by visiting the link given below. The whole procedure was conducted and supervised by the Directorate of Government Examination. Tamilnadu RTE 2021-22 List released soon, after that candidates can check complete details from time to time.

TN RTE Draw Results 2021 25% reservation to the students of poor/EWS families under the RTE Act 2009. Also, check RTE Tamil Nadu School List 2021 district-wise. It means Students of weaker sections will get 25% reservation in private schools in Tamil Nadu state. Tamilnadu School Education Department invites application forms, admissions process, and other details for RTE admission in the State. RTE Right To Education State Tamil Nadu Under Directorate of Government Examination Draw Date TN RTE Results Date 2021 Official link rte.tnschools.gov.in Selection List RTE TN Selection List 2021 pdf Status To be released soon For more updates and information, you are advised to stick around this page and information. RTE Selection List Tamil Nadu, draw date, and schedule will be announced soon. After that, they can check their ward's name on the selection list. The prime objective of Tamil Nadu RTE is to make education for all, no one child will be left behind without education. Because education is a fundamental right for eveyone. - TN 4000 Scheme Status - TN ECS Status online - PM Kisan Status 2021 TN - PM Kisan FPO Registration 2021 - TN PM Awas Yojana List 2021 RTE Tamilnadu Student List 2021 TN RTE Schedule - - Commencement of Application - 05 July 2021 - Last date of application - 03 August 2021 - List of eligible applicants and rejected with reason - 09 August 2021 - Random selection - 10 August 2021 (name of selected applicants with application number to be displayed on school notice board and websites. who are eligible for RTE TN admission 2021-22 - - Children of parents under EWS, disadvantage group, special category. - Appropriate age of application - For LKG DOB must between 31 July 2017 to 31 July 2018. For 1st standard DOB between 31 July 2015 to 31 July 2016. - The annual income of the family must not exceed Rs 2 lakh. - Preference will be given towards of scavengers and HIV-infected, disabled children. List of Documents - Birth certificate, Recent photograph, Aadhaar card or ration card, Income certificate, Community certificate, Disability certificate (if any), DG special category certificate, Certificate to prove wards of scavengers or HIV-infected (if any). TN RTE LKG Selection List 2021 and TN RTE 1st Selection List 2021 will be disclosed on 10 August 2021. Till stay online with this page to get the latest updates and information. Tamil Nadu is one of the largest states of India, therefore so many children can not pursue their education in private schools due to financial problems. That is why the Government introduce the RTE act, 2009 to make free & compulsory education for all. - Tnvelaivaaippu Registration/Renewal - TN Farmers Loan Waiver List 2021 - TN Community Certificate Status - Tamil Nadu Ration Card Status - TN Labour Registration TN RTE Students List 2021 for LKG/1st You can also check RTE TN School List 2021 by visiting the official portal. Click on the link and the district-wise list will appear on the screen. Ariyalur, Chengalpattu, Chennai, Coimbatore, Cuddalore, Dharmapuri, Dindigul, Erode, Kallakurichi, Kancheepuram, Kanniyakumari, Karur, Krishnagiri, Madurai, Nagapattinam, Namakkal, Peramballur, Pudukkottai, Ramanathapuram, Ranipet, Salem, Sivagangai, Tenkasi, Thanjavur, The Nilgiris, Theni, Thoothukkudi, Tiruchirappalli, Tirunelveli, Tirupattur, Tiruppur, Tiruvallur, Tiruvannamalai, Tiruvarur, Vellore, Villupuram, Virudhunagar, To know about the selection list and Tamil Nadu RTE Selected students list 2021-22 you have to follow key steps. - Firstly visit the official portal of TNRTE Selection List 2021

TN RTE Selection List 2021 - Click on the link and the homepage will appear on the screen. - After that Selection list (draw result) link will be available on the official portal. - Click on the link and enter the asked details. - Submit details to check the selection list. - It will be displayed on the official portal, as per the given schedule. Read the full article

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Hari ini, kita ada acara Jalan Bareng Sejuta Cinta IP Jakarta ke Taman Margasatwa Ragunan. . Melihat binatang bagi Kay gak akan pernah bosen, walau sudah ke ragunan berkali2, karena deket rumah juga 🤭..tapi excitednya itu pasti selalu ada.. . Kegiatan pertamanya adalah Scavenger Hunt, jadi keliling ragunan sambil bawa checklist binatang dan tumbuhan apa yang dilihat. Peran ortu, terutama momnya adalah menjelaskan ttg binatang & tumbuhan yang dilihat. Seru yaa..walo lumayan cape keliling, tapi Kay banyak tanya-tanya juga. . Setelah itu, kegiatan anak-anak berlanjut dengan mewarnai. Sambil mamak2nya berkegiatan, anak sibuk mewarnai. Kay seneng banget seh, karena dia juga suka mewarnai. . Setelah acara selesai, Kay bilangnya dia masih mau "bersenang-senang", kt tanya, lah emg dr td gak bersenang2?Kay bilang, td itu bukan bersenang2, tapi jalan2..ha..ha..baiklah..sambil tepok jidat 🤦🏻‍♀. Maksudnya Kay "bersenang2" adalah main bom2 car & mesin ambil boneka. Mainnya sm popnya aza, cz momnya lelah 😅. Pas main mesin ambil boneka, Kay sempet kesel karena gak dpt2, pdhl udh cb berkali2 & dia sempet lihat ktnya ada anak lain yg bs dpt boneka. Kasian...����. . Bintangnya Kay kali ini : 1⃣ Curiousity alias rasa ingin tahunya yang masih tetap besar terhadap binatang. Masih tanya ttg gajah, beruang, orang utan, harimau, macan, ular dll. 2⃣ Dlm situasi banyak anak2&tdk semua Kay kenal, Kay ttp bisa bergaul dgn anak2 lain. Selain sm anak2, sama tante2nya juga bs berinteraksi. Supel dlm berhubungan dg org baru 3⃣ Tetap bersemangat. Walo udh bangun pagi2, dan smpai tengah hari blm selesai, tp keinginan bermainnya masih tinggi. Tdk sama mom, sm pop juga okay. . Jangan bandingkan anakmu dengan anak orang lain, namun bandingkan anakmu yg dahulu dengan kondisinya yang sekarang. Kay dulu senang lihat binatang, kali ini karena pengetahuan dia thdp binatang bertambah, sehingga banyak pertanyaan kritis yang terlontar saat ini. Kay terus berproses & berprogres, karena dia akan menyinarkan sinar bintangnya sendiri, yg unik, khusus & spesial 🌟. . . . #hari2 #gamelevel7 #tantangan10hari #semuaanakadalahbintang⭐️ #kuliahbundasayang @institut.ibu.profesional (at Taman Margasatwa Ragunan) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4H--Ctpldx/?igshid=1tkztg1uej2va

[siancore]

Hey, Sian. I am Brazilian, and my English is not so good and I would like you to tell me about a comment that Andy made to EW that he does not like to know about the events in the episodes that he prefers to know right in the moment. And he talks about Richonne, That he likes to know a few details. I wanted to understand better what he meant about the all comment . Maybe I had a different interpretation. Did he say the other events are stronger than Richonne? Please , help me .

Hi there! It’s a really good interview.

He was not saying that other events are stronger than Richonne or meantmore to him, he was talking about his performance and how playing Michonne’sother half is different to playing Rick in these huge scenes that impact on theoverarching course of the story.

The part you’re referring to is this where Dalton Ross asks him aboutJ-Bangs and the Rubbish People double-crossing them:

DR: Did youknow all along, even when you were filming episodes 709 and 710, that Jadis andthe Scavengers were going to eventually turn on you guys?AL: Nope. Nope. Nope. No clue. I’m serious when I say that I don’t ask forany information. I don’t want to know. Obviously, if there are things like hisrelationship with Michonne I would prefer to know that there are seeds beingsown, but with big reveals like this, I lovelearning on the day. I think it’s much, much stronger. Because no matter howgood you are, there’s an inherent sense that you might play something that maysignal.

To me, knowingwhat type of artist AL is, it lends to the authenticity of shock for Rick whenthe moments come to pass if he hasn’t had a lot of time to consider said moment. It’s a testament to his acting ability. He means hisreaction is stronger if he doesn’t know about plot twists beforehand.

As for wanting toknow the details about Richonne and the ‘seeds being sown’, that’s important tohim because the relationship is important to him. He plays those little nuancesof their interactions so well and likes to have more time to mull over them. Iknow he and DG like to discuss their scenes together; they like to talk throughwhat is going to happen and what Rick and Michonne are feeling. I also get thesense that he likes to make sure DG is comfortable with how the scene will panout (whether it’s a romantic scene or action sequence). Knowing beforehand ensures that they convey exactly what they wanted toshow. We expect to see Richonne having tender moments; badass moments; funnymoments etc. so he likes to read the scripts to prepare for those scenes wherethings you’d expect from Richonne occur.

I hope thishelps!

[healthtimetaylor]

These results also further confirm that CBD may have therapeutic utility in conditions where neuroinflammatory processes are prominent.

PMID:  Glia. 2019 Oct 24. Epub 2019 Oct 24. PMID: 31647138 Abstract Title:  Cannabidiol prevents LPS-induced microglial inflammation by inhibiting ROS/NF-κB-dependent signaling and glucose consumption. Abstract:  We used mouse microglial cells in culture activated by lipopolysaccharide (LPS, 10 ng/ml) to study the anti-inflammatory potential of cannabidiol (CBD), the major nonpsychoactive component of cannabis. Under LPS stimulation, CBD (1-10μM) potently inhibited the release of prototypical proinflammatory cytokines (TNF-α and IL-1β) and that of glutamate, a noncytokine mediator of inflammation. The effects of CBD were predominantly receptor-independent and only marginally blunted by blockade of CB2 receptors. We established that CBD inhibited a mechanism involving, sequentially, NADPH oxidase-mediated ROS production and NF-κB-dependent signaling events. In line with these observations, active concentrations of CBD demonstrated an intrinsic free-radical scavenging capacity in the cell-free DPPH assay. Of interest, CBD also prevented the rise in glucose uptake observed in microglial cells challenged with LPS, as did the inhibitor of NADPH oxidase apocynin and the inhibitor of IκB kinase-2, TPCA-1. This indicated that the capacity of CBD to prevent glucose uptake also contributed to its anti-inflammatory activity. Supporting this view, the glycolytic inhibitor 2-deoxy-d-glucose (2-DG) mimicked the antioxidant/immunosuppressive effects of CBD. Interestingly, CBD and 2-DG, as well as apocynin and TPCA-1 caused a reduction in glucose-derived NADPH, a cofactor required for NADPH oxidase activation and ROS generation. These different observations suggest that CBD exerts its anti-inflammatory effects towards microglia through an intrinsic antioxidant effect, which is amplified through inhibition of glucose-dependent NADPH synthesis. These results also further confirm that CBD may have therapeutic utility in conditions where neuroinflammatory processes are prominent.

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12 Incredible Pomegranate Benefits

Pomegranates have exploded in popularity in recent years and it’s due to their ever-growing list of amazing health benefits. Rich in nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin E, magnesium, potassium, and antioxidants, pomegranates defend against free radicals, soothe irritated tissue, and promote healthy aging. Best of all, pomegranates are as delicious as they are nutritious. Let’s look at some of the incredible health benefits of pomegranates.

Best Pomegranate Benefits

1. Pomegranates Are a Dense Source of Nutrients

Pomegranates are bursting with vitamins and minerals. Pomegranate seeds, sometimes referred to as arils, are a great source of fiber and micronutrients. Below is a nutritional breakdown for one cup of pomegranate arils.[1]

1 Cup Pomegranate Seeds (Arils) *g=grams *mg=milligrams Nutrient Amount Protein 2.91 g Carbohydrates 32.54 g Fiber 7 g Sugar 23.79 g Minerals Iron, Fe 0.52 mg Magnesium, Mg 21 mg Phosphorus, P 63 mg Potassium, K 411 mg Sodium, Na 5 mg Vitamins Vitamin C 17.7 mg Thiamin 0.117 mg Riboflavin 0.092 mg Niacin 0.51 mg Vitamin B6 0.13 mg Vitamin E 1.04 mg Vitamin K 28.5 mg

2. Pomegranates Contain Powerful Antioxidants

Pomegranates contain anthocyanins and punicalagins—both powerful antioxidants.[2] A balanced diet rich in foods that contain antioxidants may help reduce free radical damage. Excessive free radicals can lead to serious health problems and accelerate cellular aging. Some research even suggests that pomegranates support normal tissue growth at the cellular level.[3, 4]

3. Pomegranates Promote Cellular Integrity

The cells in your body are constantly bombarded by chemical and biological agents that cause oxidative stress. Oxidative stress triggers the release of 8-Oxo-DG—something that you definitely don’t want. High levels of 8-Oxo-DG usually accompany muscle weakness, decreased liver function, skin aging, and reduced brain function. Studies suggest that people who eat pomegranates or supplement with pomegranate extract have lower levels of 8-Oxo-DG.[5]

4. Pomegranates Encourage Healthy Aging

Pomegranates contain polyphenols known as ellagitannins. When ellagitannins are metabolized, the metabolite urolithin A (UA) is produced. Studies reveal that UA can fight the effects of age-related decline and help preserve exercise capacity and muscle function. It’s believed that UA does this by supporting normal mitochondrial function.[6]

5. Pomegranates Support Brain Health and Memory

Advanced glycation end products (AGEs) occur when protein and fat molecules bond with a sugar molecule. They occur naturally when foods like meat, eggs, and poultry are cooked at high temperature. Scientists believe AGEs play a role in the onset of neurological decline, type-II diabetes, and Alzheimer’s disease. The appropriately abbreviated “AGEs” accelerate aging at the cellular level. Remember the punicalagins? They can inhibit AGEs from forming in food or mitigate the effects of AGEs in the body altogether.[7]

6. Pomegranates Help Protect Against Harmful Organisms

Some evidence suggests that pomegranate rind extract may defend against harmful organisms. According to one study, a preparation that included pomegranate improved the outcome of treatment plans that addressed antibiotic-resistant bacteria.[8] Another study found that pomegranate peel contains phytochemicals that encourage fungal balance.[9]

7. Pomegranates Soothe Red, Irritated Tissue

When the tissue inside of your body is red and irritated, it can negatively affect your health and wellness. Some compounds in pomegranates, such as polyphenols, can help soothe irritation.[10] It’s believed that reducing systemic irritation can promote overall wellness and help protect against many serious health conditions. A double-blind, placebo-controlled study of 48 obese and overweight participants found that pomegranate supplementation reduced systemic irritation.[11]

8. Pomegranates Support Heart Health

Some reports suggest punicalagins positively affect the heart and vascular system. One study had ten participants drink one ounce of pomegranate juice every day for a year. At the end of the study, participants’ blood pressure was an average of 12% lower and atherosclerotic plaque levels dropped 30%.[12]

9. Pomegranates Contribute to Prostate Health

Lycopene is a phytochemical found in red colored fruits and vegetables like pomegranates, tomatoes, and watermelons. According to one study, people who consumed a diet rich in lycopene had better prostate health.[13] Lycopene is one of several phytochemicals found in pomegranates that appear to nutritionally support the prostate.[14]

10. Pomegranates May Help With Joint Health

Osteoarthritis is a common and painful condition. In a study of people with knee osteoarthritis, scientists found that drinking pomegranate juice improved knee function and reduced the breakdown of cartilage.[15] Similar studies found that adding pomegranates to the diet of individuals with active rheumatoid arthritis supported overall wellness.[16]

11. Pomegranates Can Boost Exercise and Performance

Pomegranates may help you perform better. One study found that taking pomegranate extract 30 minutes before a workout could help enhance blood flow and delay fatigue during exercise.[17] Another study linked drinking pomegranate juice to better recovery following strength training.[18]

12. Pomegranates May Improve Your Mood

Research suggests pomegranates may aid mental and emotional health. In a study involving both men and women, drinking pomegranate juice improved participants outlook, mood, and response to anxiety.[19]

How to Add Pomegranates to Your Diet

There are many ways to incorporate pomegranates into your diet.

Eat Raw, Organic, Locally-Grown Pomegranates

Be conscious of where your food comes from and how it is grown. Eating organic food, especially pomegranates, is a fantastic foundation for everyone. The seeds of the pomegranate are a nutritious, crunchy snack and pomegranate juice is an easy way to obtain antioxidants and nutrients.

Can’t Buy Organic? Grow Your Own!

When organic fruits and vegetables are not readily available, grow your own. The pomegranate tree does best when planted in well-drained soil. Although it can grow in partial shade, this fruit-bearing tree loves full sun and warmth and is fairly drought tolerant.

It’s best to buy pomegranate cuttings from a local nursery. Look for cuttings approximately fifteen inches in length. Don’t expect to harvest fruit right away, you’re going to need a little patience. Pomegranate trees yield fruit approximately three years after planting. The red, bulbous fruit of the pomegranate should be harvested when the color is a deep red hue. You can also tap the fruit to listen for a tinny, metallic sound that indicates it’s ripe. A pomegranate tree of average size can yield approximately 8-10 fruits per crop and should produce two to three crops per year.

Pomegranate Extract and Supplements

Often combined with other health-promoting herbs, pomegranate extract is included in many supplements. Global Healing Center’s Cell Fuzion™ is a concentrated blend of powerful antioxidants that support healthy cellular aging, mitochondrial function, and DNA integrity. It’s an exceptional formula that integrates organic, naturally-sourced pomegranate extract with the most potent antioxidants available.

Are you hooked on pomegranates? Do you have a favorite recipe? Have you ever tried to grow your own? Leave a comment below and share your thoughts.

References (19)

United States Department of Agriculture. “National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference Release” Web. 24 Oct. 2016.

Kulkarni AP1, Mahal HS, Kapoor S, Aradhya SM. In vitro studies on the binding, antioxidant, and cytotoxic actions of punicalagin. J Agric Food Chem. 2007 Feb 21;55(4):1491-500.

Khan N, Hadi N, Afaq F, Syed DN, Kweon MH, Mukhtar H. Pomegranate fruit extract inhibits prosurvival pathways in human A549 lung carcinoma cells and tumor growth in athymic nude mice. Carcinogenesis. 2007;28(1):163-73.

Zarfeshany A, Asgary S, Javanmard SH. Potent health effects of pomegranate. Adv Biomed Res. 2014;3:100.

Freedland SJ, Carducci M, Kroeger N, et al. A double-blind, randomized, neoadjuvant study of the tissue effects of POMx pills in men with prostate cancer before radical prostatectomy. Cancer Prev Res (Phila). 2013;6(10):1120-7.

Ryu D, Mouchiroud L, Andreux PA, et al. Urolithin A induces mitophagy and prolongs lifespan in C. elegans and increases muscle function in rodents. Nat Med. 2016.

Liu W, Ma H, Frost L, Yuan T, Dain JA, Seeram NP. Pomegranate phenolics inhibit formation of advanced glycation endproducts by scavenging reactive carbonyl species. Food Funct. 2014;5(11):2996-3004.

Gould SW, Fielder MD, Kelly AF, Naughton DP. Anti-microbial activities of pomegranate rind extracts: enhancement by cupric sulphate against clinical isolates of S. aureus, MRSA and PVL positive CA-MSSA. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2009;9:23.

Pai MB, Prashant GM, Murlikrishna KS, Shivakumar KM, Chandu GN. Antifungal efficacy of Punica granatum, Acacia nilotica, Cuminum cyminum and Foeniculum vulgare on Candida albicans: an in vitro study. Indian J Dent Res. 2010;21(3):334-6.

Zarfeshany A, Asgary S, Javanmard SH. Potent health effects of pomegranate. Adv Biomed Res. 2014;3:100.

Hosseini B, Saedisomeolia A, Wood LG, Yaseri M, Tavasoli S. Effects of pomegranate extract supplementation on inflammation in overweight and obese individuals: A randomized controlled clinical trial. Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2016;22:44-50.

Aviram M, Dornfeld L, Rosenblat M, et al. Pomegranate juice consumption reduces oxidative stress, atherogenic modifications to LDL, and platelet aggregation: studies in humans and in atherosclerotic apolipoprotein E-deficient mice. Am J Clin Nutr. 2000;71(5):1062-76.

Pisipati SV, Pathapati H, Bhukya G, et al. Lycopene: redress for prostate cancer. J Basic Clin Pharm. 2012;3(2):261-4.

Adams LS, Seeram NP, Aggarwal BB, Takada Y, Sand D, Heber D. Pomegranate juice, total pomegranate ellagitannins, and punicalagin suppress inflammatory cell signaling in colon cancer cells. J Agric Food Chem. 2006;54(3):980-5.

Ghoochani N, Karandish M, Mowla K, Haghighizadeh MH, Jalali MT. The effect of pomegranate juice on clinical signs, matrix metalloproteinases and antioxidant status in patients with knee osteoarthritis. J Sci Food Agric. 2016;96(13):4377-81.

Ghavipour M, Sotoudeh G, Tavakoli E, Mowla K, Hasanzadeh J, Mazloom Z. Pomegranate extract alleviates disease activity and some blood biomarkers of inflammation and oxidative stress in Rheumatoid Arthritis patients. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2016.

Trexler ET, Smith-ryan AE, Melvin MN, Roelofs EJ, Wingfield HL. Effects of pomegranate extract on blood flow and running time to exhaustion. Appl Physiol Nutr Metab. 2014;39(9):1038-42.

Trombold JR, Reinfeld AS, Casler JR, Coyle EF. The effect of pomegranate juice supplementation on strength and soreness after eccentric exercise. J Strength Cond Res. 2011;25(7):1782-8.

Emad Al-Dujaili & Nacer Smail. Pomegranate juice intake enhances salivary testosterone levels and improves mood and well being in healthy men and women. Endocrine Abstracts (2012) 28 P313.

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12 Incredible Benefits of Pomegranates

Pomegranates have exploded in popularity in recent years and it’s due to their ever-growing list of amazing health benefits. They’re one of the best sources of powerful antioxidants that defend against free radicals, soothe irritated tissue, and promote healthy aging. Whether you’re drinking pomegranate juice or sprinkling pomegranate seeds onto your salad, pomegranates are as delicious as they are nutritious. They’re a super fruit and rich in many, including vitamin C, vitamin E, magnesium, and potassium. Let’s look at some of the incredible health benefits of pomegranates.

Benefits of Pomegranates

1. Pomegranates Are a Dense Source of Nutrients

Pomegranates are bursting with vitamins and minerals. Pomegranate seeds, sometimes referred to as arils, are a great source fiber and many micronutrients. Below is a nutritional breakdown for one cup of pomegranate arils, the seeds with the surrounding juice pockets still attached.[1]

1 Cup Pomegranate Seeds (Arils) *g=grams *mg=milligrams Nutrient Amount Protein 2.91 g Carbohydrates 32.54 g Fiber 7 g Sugar 23.79 g Minerals Iron, Fe 0.52 mg Magnesium, Mg 21 mg Phosphorus, P 63 mg Potassium, K 411 mg Sodium, Na 5 mg Vitamins Vitamin C 17.7 mg Thiamin 0.117 mg Riboflavin 0.092 mg Niacin 0.51 mg Vitamin B-6 0.13 mg Vitamin E 1.04 mg Vitamin K 28.5 mg

2. Pomegranates Contain Powerful Antioxidants

Pomegranates contain anthocyanins and punicalagins—both powerful antioxidant flavonoids.[2] A balanced diet rich in foods that contain antioxidants, like pomegranates, may help reduce free radical damage. Excessive free radical levels can lead to serious health problems and increased cellular aging. Some research even suggests that pomegranates promote normal tissue growth at the cellular level.[3, 4]

3. Pomegranates Promote Cellular Integrity

The cells in your body are constantly bombarded by chemical and biological agents that cause oxidative stress. Oxidative stress triggers the release of 8-Oxo-DG, a chemical released during the oxidation of DNA—something that you definitely don’t want. High levels of 8-Oxo-DG usually accompany muscle weakness, decreased liver function, skin aging, and reduced brain function. Studies suggest that people who eat pomegranates, or supplement with pomegranate extract, have lower levels of 8-Oxo-DG.[5]

4. Pomegranates Encourage Healthy Aging

Pomegranates contain polyphenols called ellagitannins. When ellagitannins are metabolized, a metabolite called urolithin A (UA) is produced. Studies reveal that UA can fight the effects of age-related decline and help preserve exercise capacity and muscle function. It’s believed that UA does this by supporting normal mitochondrial function.[6]

5. Pomegranates Support Brain Health & Memory

Advanced glycation end products, or AGEs, occur when protein and fat molecules bond with a sugar molecule. They occur naturally when certain foods, like meat, eggs and poultry are cooked at high temperature. Scientists believe AGEs play a role in the onset of neurological decline, type-II diabetes, and Alzheimer’s disease. The appropriately abbreviated “AGEs” accelerate aging at the cellular level. Remember the antioxidants known as punicalagins? They can be utilized to inhibit AGEs from forming in food or mitigate the effects of AGEs in the body altogether.[7]

6. Pomegranates Help Protect Against Harmful Organisms

Some evidence suggests that pomegranate rind extract may have promise in defending against powerful superbugs. According to one study, a preparation that included pomegranate improved the outcome of treatment plans that addressed antibiotic-resistant bacteria.[8]

Another study found that pomegranate peel contained phytochemicals that may promote normal fungal balance.[9]

7. Pomegranates Soothe Red, Irritated Tissue

When the tissue inside of your body is red and irritated, it can negatively affect your health and wellness in big ways. Some compounds present in pomegranates, such as polyphenols, can help soothe irritation.[10] It’s believed that reducing systemic irritation can promote overall wellness and help protect against many serious health conditions. A double-blind, placebo-controlled study of 48 obese and overweight participants reported that pomegranate supplementation reduced systemic irritation and the associated health problems.[11]

8. Pomegranates Support Heart Health

Some reports suggest punicalagins positively affect the heart and vascular system. One study had 10 participants drink one ounce of pomegranate juice each day for a year. At the end of that year, the participants’ blood pressure was 12% lower on average and atherosclerotic plaque levels decreased by 30%.[12]

9. Pomegranates Contribute to Prostate Health

Lycopene is a phytochemical found in red colored fruits and vegetables like pomegranates, tomatoes, and watermelons. According to one study, people who consumed a diet rich in lycopene had better prostate health.[13] Lycopene and other phytochemicals found in pomegranates appear to support normal prostate health.[14]

10. Pomegranates May Help With Joint Health

Osteoarthritis is a common and painful condition. In a study of people with knee osteoarthritis, scientists found that drinking pomegranate juice improved knee function and reduced the breakdown of cartilage.[15] Similar studies found that adding pomegranates to the diets of individuals with active rheumatoid arthritis supported overall wellness strategies.[16]

11. Pomegranates Can Boost Exercise and Performance

Pomegranates may help you perform better. One study found that taking pomegranate extract 30 minutes before a workout could help enhance blood flow and delay fatigue during exercise.[17] Another study linked pomegranate juice to better recovery following strength training.[18]

12. Pomegranates May Improve Your Mood

Research suggests pomegranates do more than support physical health, some research reveals that the fruit may aid mental and emotional health. In a study involving both men and women, drinking pomegranate juice helped improve participants outlook, mood, and response to anxiety.[19]

How to Add Pomegranate to Your Diet

There are many ways to incorporate pomegranates into your diet or supplementation routine.

Eat Raw, Organic, Locally-Grown Pomegranates

Be conscious of where your food comes from and how it was grown. Eating organic food is a fantastic foundation for everyone, especially pomegranates if they’re available in your area. The seeds of the pomegranate make a nutritious, crunchy snack, while ready-made pomegranate juice offers an easier way to drink antioxidants and nutrients, minus the fiber.

Can’t Buy Organic? Grow Your Own!

When organic fruits and vegetables are not readily available, grow your own. The pomegranate tree does best when planted in well-drained soil. Although it can grow in partial shade, this fruit-bearing tree loves full sun and warmth and is fairly drought tolerant.

It’s best to buy pomegranate cuttings from a local nursery. Look for cuttings approximately fifteen inches in length. Don’t expect to harvest fruit right away, you’re going to need a little patience. Pomegranate trees yield fruit approximately three years after planting. The red, bulbous fruit of the pomegranate should be harvested when the color is a deep red hue. You can also tap the fruit to listen for a tinny, metallic sound that will indicate it’s ripe. A pomegranate tree of average size can yield approximately 8-10 fruits per crop, and produces two to three average crops of fruit per year.

Pomegranate Extract and Supplements

Often combined with other health-promoting herbs, pomegranate extract is included in many supplements. Global Healing Center’s Cell Fuzion™ is a concentrated formula of powerful antioxidants that support healthy cellular aging, mitochondrial function, and DNA integrity. It’s an exceptional formula that integrates organic, naturally-sourced pomegranate extract with a blend of powerful antioxidants.

Are you hooked on pomegranates? Do you have a favorite recipe? Have you ever tried to grow your own? Leave a comment below and share your thoughts with us.

References (19)

United States Department of Agriculture. “National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference Release” Web. 24 Oct. 2016.

Kulkarni AP1, Mahal HS, Kapoor S, Aradhya SM. In vitro studies on the binding, antioxidant, and cytotoxic actions of punicalagin. J Agric Food Chem. 2007 Feb 21;55(4):1491-500.

Khan N, Hadi N, Afaq F, Syed DN, Kweon MH, Mukhtar H. Pomegranate fruit extract inhibits prosurvival pathways in human A549 lung carcinoma cells and tumor growth in athymic nude mice. Carcinogenesis. 2007;28(1):163-73.

Zarfeshany A, Asgary S, Javanmard SH. Potent health effects of pomegranate. Adv Biomed Res. 2014;3:100.

Freedland SJ, Carducci M, Kroeger N, et al. A double-blind, randomized, neoadjuvant study of the tissue effects of POMx pills in men with prostate cancer before radical prostatectomy. Cancer Prev Res (Phila). 2013;6(10):1120-7.

Ryu D, Mouchiroud L, Andreux PA, et al. Urolithin A induces mitophagy and prolongs lifespan in C. elegans and increases muscle function in rodents. Nat Med. 2016.

Liu W, Ma H, Frost L, Yuan T, Dain JA, Seeram NP. Pomegranate phenolics inhibit formation of advanced glycation endproducts by scavenging reactive carbonyl species. Food Funct. 2014;5(11):2996-3004.

Gould SW, Fielder MD, Kelly AF, Naughton DP. Anti-microbial activities of pomegranate rind extracts: enhancement by cupric sulphate against clinical isolates of S. aureus, MRSA and PVL positive CA-MSSA. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2009;9:23.

Pai MB, Prashant GM, Murlikrishna KS, Shivakumar KM, Chandu GN. Antifungal efficacy of Punica granatum, Acacia nilotica, Cuminum cyminum and Foeniculum vulgare on Candida albicans: an in vitro study. Indian J Dent Res. 2010;21(3):334-6.

Zarfeshany A, Asgary S, Javanmard SH. Potent health effects of pomegranate. Adv Biomed Res. 2014;3:100.

Hosseini B, Saedisomeolia A, Wood LG, Yaseri M, Tavasoli S. Effects of pomegranate extract supplementation on inflammation in overweight and obese individuals: A randomized controlled clinical trial. Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2016;22:44-50.

Aviram M, Dornfeld L, Rosenblat M, et al. Pomegranate juice consumption reduces oxidative stress, atherogenic modifications to LDL, and platelet aggregation: studies in humans and in atherosclerotic apolipoprotein E-deficient mice. Am J Clin Nutr. 2000;71(5):1062-76.

Pisipati SV, Pathapati H, Bhukya G, et al. Lycopene: redress for prostate cancer. J Basic Clin Pharm. 2012;3(2):261-4.

Adams LS, Seeram NP, Aggarwal BB, Takada Y, Sand D, Heber D. Pomegranate juice, total pomegranate ellagitannins, and punicalagin suppress inflammatory cell signaling in colon cancer cells. J Agric Food Chem. 2006;54(3):980-5.

Ghoochani N, Karandish M, Mowla K, Haghighizadeh MH, Jalali MT. The effect of pomegranate juice on clinical signs, matrix metalloproteinases and antioxidant status in patients with knee osteoarthritis. J Sci Food Agric. 2016;96(13):4377-81.

Ghavipour M, Sotoudeh G, Tavakoli E, Mowla K, Hasanzadeh J, Mazloom Z. Pomegranate extract alleviates disease activity and some blood biomarkers of inflammation and oxidative stress in Rheumatoid Arthritis patients. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2016.

Trexler ET, Smith-ryan AE, Melvin MN, Roelofs EJ, Wingfield HL. Effects of pomegranate extract on blood flow and running time to exhaustion. Appl Physiol Nutr Metab. 2014;39(9):1038-42.

Trombold JR, Reinfeld AS, Casler JR, Coyle EF. The effect of pomegranate juice supplementation on strength and soreness after eccentric exercise. J Strength Cond Res. 2011;25(7):1782-8.

Emad Al-Dujaili & Nacer Smail. Pomegranate juice intake enhances salivary testosterone levels and improves mood and well being in healthy men and women. Endocrine Abstracts (2012) 28 P313.

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