#Diabetic Profile Basic

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Understanding Diabetes: Tests, Precautions, and Profiles

Diabetic tests assess Average Blood Glucose (Abg), categorized into fasting blood sugar (FBS) and postprandial blood sugar (PBS) tests. FBS is taken after 8-hour fasting, while PBS is measured 2 hours after eating. Monitoring blood sugar helps manage diabetes. Abg tests offer easy and accurate readings. FBS reflects long-term management, while PBS indicates post-meal control. Prediabetes is elevated blood sugar without full diabetes classification, raising type 2 diabetes risk.

Preventing abnormal blood sugar involves a balanced diet, exercise, regular monitoring, and medication adherence. Diabetes symptoms comprise thirst, urination, blurred vision, fatigue, slow healing, and numbness.

In India, a diabetes hotspot, both types 1 and 2 occur, with urban areas more affected due to sedentary lifestyles. Youth-onset cases rise alongside urbanization, dietary shifts, and genetic factors. Many remain undiagnosed due to limited access to healthcare. Diabetes can cause complications like heart disease, kidney problems, and nerve damage.

Book My Test offers Diabetic Profile Basic with FBS, insulin, cholesterol, and more, aiding early diagnosis. Diabetic Profile Advanced adds HbA1c, uric acid, enhancing accuracy. Both profiles enable comprehensive diabetes monitoring.

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Comprehensive Diabetes Management with Jaanch Diabetic Profile

Discover how the Jaanch Diabetic Profile Basic, supported by SecondMedic, offers a thorough and convenient approach to diabetes management.

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Blog Intro

So after looking through several peoples profiles I noticed that introductory posts were pretty common (at least for nsfw sooo here we gooooo)

I'm adding this later on 8/18/24: If (majority) your content is s**sy and your DMing me to try to dominate me, Don't. While I don't mind people who do that/are into that being called that feels like a sexualization of my identity and ergo 1: I hate 2: is disgusting to me, I don't mind if you Identify as one or if you DO just wanna CASUALLY chat but please know that I won't and will never want that or say that word (with the exception of blocking tags involving it or here as a boundary) but if i need to it will be censored. I don't mind if you Identify as one and wanna follow me or anything or just wanna casually chat (or talk sexual just not... making me one to try to explain) feel free to I will NEVER kink shame regardless of how I feel so this won't apply to most people just a very very teeny tiny minority. I won't block you tho unless you cross a boundary or keep pushing, because I feel anyone who wants to read my content should be allowed.

I would also like to say, if you're going to delete your account please don't dm me, it breaks my heart every time

Hello I do not wish to give out my actual name online so you may call me Mz. Hyde (I stole it from the song by the same name by Halestorm) or just... my user-name-tag-thing (always forget what its called)

I am all for Sentient AI but HATE current AI (it doesnt even deserve to be called that)

Outside of this post any posts in blue is rping as a slime-girl-queen-goddess-character. Feel free to send asks or responses directed at her. Her title is Queen of Slimes, The Slime Goddess, or The Slime of the Lake

As of posting this I am still brand new to Tumblr but am learning somewhat quickly sooo things may look A Little odd right now to the average Tumblr user but as soon as I finish learning the basics it should look fine.

Anyway:

18 so 18+ only please, (pre-hrt) Transfem, Bisexual, Autisic+ADHD, overall anxious/shy-ish, probably a switch, Lefty, Type 1 Diabetic (I require insulin to survive), Virgin [:(]

Majority of this blog will be kinky thoughts usually about being dommed or hypno because... I wanna try it. SOME is fantasy tho so keep that in mind (usually my reblogs)

If you are a dom looking for money, unless you are popular and have a good community on here or if you are a s**sy tamer (or whatever it would be called) please don't DM me, unless you just wanna casually chat and don't wanna dom me or if you do please respect:

I really don't like being called an s**sy and will give you one warning before I block you.

I literally have no way to pay you so please don't expect that.

Please read this first, or if I ask you to because otherwise that gives me a red flag in my head and I will probably block you. (Unless it's just casual talking but that's different than what I'm talking about here)

My proof that I take this seriously:

Kinks because that seems to be an important factor on making these types of posts/blogs: Transformation, Hypnosis, Dronification, Denial/Edging, Latex, Brainwashing, Bimbofication, Twinning, Dollification, Forniphilia, Exhibition

Things I enjoy but aren't kinks: Forced Fem, Praise, Good Girl (I'll add more when I think of them)

Limits or things that I will block you about: Human Waste, Blood, Physical Harm, IRL Identity Death (Fantasy is hot AF tho), Sissy (WILL BLOCK YOU), Findom (Unless we're in a romantic relationship), (and a few more I can't remember off the top of my head)

The reason for physical harm being a limit is mostly due to personal problems I've had with S.H. and because of that I hate reading S.H. or other stories or fantasies with physical harm or knifes. Fantasy Violence is ok though. (E.G. Pirates or like a battle between two warrior framed in a Fictional light.) Oh and also no needles. BIG fear of needles, for multiple reasons. Will go in depth if asked.

Finally a few final things about me/general questions:

This is my first Tumblr account that is SPECIFICALLY for NSFW things although I will occasionally post more SFW things but I do love music, video games, card/board games, RPGs/TTRPGs, creative writing, art.

What's your Favorite Color?: I don't have one but my fav combo is Hot Pink and Deep Purple, pretty much if you've ever seen those BIC octagonal see-through pens, those shades of pink and purple specifically

What kinda music do you like?: Power Metal, Rock, some Pop

What video games do you play?: Some Pokemon, Batman: Arkham, Smash Ultimate, Fallout, I can't really get online games yet so unfortunately I cannot play with anyone :'(

Is there anything specific you like about your kinks?: Honestly, in a vacuum I like dronification for productivity because I SUCK at doing anything productive.

The people who have sent questions about Gaza Support (i am broke but here are links to them i am just going to put their profiles for the sake of simplicity and nc some links i cant copy paste):

@ehabayyad23

@freepaleatine95

@mahmoudayyad

@esraayyad14

@ezzaldeens-blog

@foggyruinspost

@ahmed4palestine

@sspsworld

@fidaa-family2

@wafaaresh6

@mahmoudswierh2

@generousvioonanuttieyl

@nishverian

@ahmedalnabeeh11

@shinytastemakerphantom

@nohabed

@ahmaad860

@scentedtyrantmusic

@mahrahpalestine

@d-imtthal

@ayoosh-gaza

@kareem-family2

@save-fatma-gaza3093

@yazan-joud2

Tags to find non-reposts easier (Umm i ran out of colors so these will be bold):

#Random Thoughts, #Edging kink (for post horny thoughts), #Hornyposting (for horny thoughts), #Hydes eepy thoughts (for thoughts i have when sleep deprived), #Hydes Ideas (cool ideas i have), #Hydes Hypno Scripts (for Hypnotic Scripts I make), #Hydes QnA (QnA), #Hydes Depressed Thoughts (Thoughts I have when depressed), #Hydes Kinky Thoughts (thoughts I have that are just generally kinky but it's not hornyposting nor... I forgot what I was going to put here), #Hydes Hypno Scripts (My hypnosis scripts), #Slimeposting (Slime Queen RP posts), #Hydes loving words (to my significant other)

If I get any FAQ I'll either add them here or to a FAQ post.

I now have a sideblog for latex things that look perfect. That is an opinion and just a kink the person they are under the latex is, in my opinion, someone different so anything there that I call 'perfect' is just in terms of kinkiness NOT a reflection of the actual person. The blog is: @trans2latexperfection

If you read this far thank you for reading!!! :3

Blocked Users (i dont normally block people so these people are scammers or assholes, also will not be using @ s either here):

mistress-elizabethh - for calling me a s**sy twice, even after claiming to read pinned

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The King of Mushrooms: A Nutritional Powerhouse

In the realm of functional foods, mushrooms have emerged as a nutritional powerhouse, offering a plethora of health benefits. Among these, the King Oyster mushroom, scientifically known as Pleurotus eryngii, stands tall as a culinary delight and a nutritional champion. Let's delve into the nutritional profile of this extraordinary fungus.

A Nutritional Breakdown

King Oyster mushrooms boast a nutritional profile that rivals many conventional protein sources. Here's a breakdown of their key nutrients:

Protein: These mushrooms are a fantastic source of plant-based protein, making them an excellent choice for vegetarians and vegans.

Fiber: Rich in dietary fiber, King Oysters promote digestive health and satiety.

Vitamins and Minerals: They are packed with essential vitamins and minerals, including B vitamins, potassium, phosphorus, and selenium.

Low in Calories: Despite their nutritional density, King Oysters are low in calories, making them a guilt-free addition to your diet.

Health Benefits Beyond Nutrition

The nutritional prowess of King Oyster mushrooms extends beyond their basic nutrient profile. Here are some of the remarkable health benefits associated with these fungi:

Immune Boost: The beta-glucans present in King Oysters have been shown to stimulate the immune system, enhancing the body's defense mechanisms.

Antioxidant Power: These mushrooms are rich in antioxidants, which help combat oxidative stress and protect cells from damage.

Anti-inflammatory Properties: Certain compounds in King Oysters exhibit anti-inflammatory effects, reducing inflammation and promoting overall well-being.

Blood Sugar Regulation: Studies suggest that King Oysters may help regulate blood sugar levels, making them beneficial for individuals with diabetes.

Heart Health: The fiber, potassium, and antioxidants in these mushrooms contribute to heart health by lowering cholesterol levels and reducing the risk of heart disease.

Incorporating King Oyster Mushrooms into Your Diet

King Oyster mushrooms are incredibly versatile and can be incorporated into various dishes. Here are a few ideas:

Sautéed: Sauté them with garlic, olive oil, and herbs for a quick and flavorful side dish.

Grilled: Grill them to perfection, adding a smoky flavor that complements their meaty texture.

Steamed: Steaming preserves their delicate flavor and nutritional value.

Soups and Stews: Add them to soups and stews for a hearty and nutritious meal.

Pasta Dishes: Incorporate them into pasta dishes for a unique and satisfying flavor.

Conclusion

King Oyster mushrooms are a culinary treasure and a nutritional powerhouse. Their unique combination of nutrients and potential health benefits makes them a valuable addition to a balanced diet. So, the next time you're planning your meals, consider adding these royal fungi to your plate. Your taste buds and your body will thank you!

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Palestine Fundraisers!! (*ﾉ´-`)ﾉ~

I've found that posts with multiple fundraisers get more reblogs.

This is a compilation of people who have reached out to me in my ask box. Each separate ask is bullet pointed, names are highlighted in green, links are highlighted in red.

Ahmed and Hadeel, @ahmedhadeel5 Hello,

My name is Ahmed, and my wife Hadeel and I have lost our home and jobs due to the war in Gaza. We are currently living in a tent by the coast, and Hadeel is pregnant. As winter approaches, we are facing significant challenges.

We urgently need your support to rebuild our lives. If you can help, please visit our GoFundMe campaign:

[https://gofund.me/3768222a]

Thank you so much for your kindness.

Ahmed and Hadeel

Ibrahim, @ibrahimhuss Hello

I am Ibrahim from Gaza

I need your help if you can

Please donate to save my life and the life of my family🇵🇸🍉 My sister was martyred in the war with her husband and Waseem is left without a father or mother

Asking for help is not easy, I ask for a donation of what you can from each person, it will save my family from death in Gaza. 💔Donate through the link in the bio (gofundme) Together, we can achieve our goal within one day and provide critical support to me and my family in Gaza. Your contribution means everything to us and in these difficult times your kindness is our greatest hope. We are very grateful for any help you can provide and thank you for your kindness and generosity in our time of need

https://gofund.me/57ddaa99

Ahmed, @ahmed-fathi-gaza Hello dear, I hope you are well. I am Ahmed, a Palestinian from Gaza. I ask you to support and donate to save us so that we can stay alive. We are in difficult specialties and in a nylon battle in a cold and wintery atmosphere. A family consisting of elderly people, young children, and patients who suffer from chronic diabetes and need a heart operation. Their health condition is non-existent. We are in dire need of help. You can help us by donating. Share the post. Thank you. https://gofund.me/728d2627

Majed Gherbawi, @majedalgherbawi Dear Friends,

I write to you with tears in my eyes and a heavy heart. After 188 days of displacement, constant fear, and struggling to survive, we managed to escape with our lives and reach Egypt. But the pain didn’t stop there. Just yesterday, we lost my children's grandfather 💔, not due to direct war, but because of malnutrition and the lack of basic life necessities. We couldn’t save him, just as we couldn’t save our home or our dreams.

The rest of my family is still trapped in the war, suffering the same harsh conditions that led to the passing of my children's grandfather. We are here trying to build a new life, but we have lost everything. We lost our home, and my children were deprived of their schools and universities. Even my eldest son, who worked so hard to build his future, lost his job and saw his dreams shattered.😔

We are now in desperate need of your help. We seek to secure a safe home that will provide us and our children with basic needs. Life in Egypt is extremely difficult, and prices are soaring beyond our reach. All we ask for is a chance to rebuild our lives and secure a better future for our children.🙏🏼

From the depths of my heart, I ask you to stand by us in these difficult times. Your support means hope and life to us.🙌🏼🇵🇸

https://gofund.me/59e9578a

@moomensblog2 I am Moamen from Gaza, married and father of three children Ayman, waseem and Elias.

I was living in an apartment in Al-Nasr neighbourhood, but now I'm in a tent on the street because of the war and I lost my house. I have been displaced to Deir al-Balah since the beginning of the war and suffering from its ravages, Extremely heat in the day and very cold at night, drowning when the rain falls, I have no income because I was working as Taxi-driver and there no car anymore, my children suffer from skin diseases, malnutrition and lack of hygiene.

Please visit my profile and donate through the link🙏🏼🍉

https://gofund.me/c13667ad

Shaima and Ibrahim with their family of two, @shaimaasblog Hello my friends, I hope you are well.

We did not get the permissible goal that will save my family. Your donation and support will save us as soon as possible.

It will save us before it is too late. Thank you to everyone who stood by us and supported us in our ordeal ❤

https://gofund.me/7203d043

@yasermohammad To all Palestine supporters 🙏

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We still need less than 1000€ to reach our short term goal of 22k€ ‼️

Your donations are important for our survival

Please help me reach our goal as soon as possible 🙏

We appreciate your help ❤️🙏

🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸❤🤍💚🖤 🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸

https://gofund.me/e7c7528a

Haya, @hayanahed Hi,

I hope you're doing well.

I'm writing to you with a heavy heart and an urgent request for help. My family is in a very danger situation due to the ongoing war, and I've launched a GoFundMe campaign to save them.

Could you please reblog my campaign post from my profile? Each share could be a lifeline for my family. 🙏 Feel free to share it in any other social media platform if you would like.

Our campaign has been verified ⭐️ by operation olive branch, and is entry number 26 on their spreadsheet.

Also with ⭐️ Project watermelon,line 249/(212) on their spreadsheet.

From the bottom of my heart I want to thank you in advance for all of your support and kindness.

Wijdan, @wejdan-32 I am Wijdan, 43 years old, married, and my husband has been dead for nearly 8 years. I have 3 children: Hamza, 16 years old, Zakaria, 18 years old, and Israa, 24 years old. We were displaced about 12 times from one place to another and from one school to another, and in the end we are now in the tent in Mawasi Khan Yunis from Gaza Saadu. My family is able to obtain food, drink, food, clothing, transportation, and displacement from one place to another. Please, we need you. Help my children, they need you. Can you donate please? https://gofund.me/d571a6e8

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hi hi mara, i remember you writing in a post that you look forward to meal times. what are your favorite foods at these times?

good morning anonymous; i try to eat exactly four meals that are always the same "thing," because i:m particular about texture/temperature and routine;

breakfast is always a cold almond yogurt (+ some protein powder) & some kind of low-carb sugar-free crunchy cereal (as a general guideline for most-of my food/diet, my mom drilled in-to me from a young age neurosis about carbs/sugar from her diabetes/liver-failure so i ended up inheriting much of this diet-neurosis); i try to portion out all of the ratios to be ~4; ie: 3 spoonfuls of yogurt, 1 part of cereal; if there is anything mixed in-to the yogurt, i try to use three things combined with the yogurts 1 so it comes out to four (today i made peppermint yogurt + a dark chocolate cereal that was bogo @ publix last week);

lunch is always a wrap, that i burn on the stove, and then burn the assembled wrap in an air-fryer so it is 1) scalding, 2) completely dry and crunchy; the filling is usually ~4 pieces of some protein (ex: 2 pieces of cauliflower chicken stuff that is then further divided so it comes out to some number-of-4; 4 cubes of tofu that are further divided down into 16 equal pieces; a fourth of an avocado that is quartered down into four slices), + some vegetable filler (usually spinach or broccoli or kale; sometimes onions i pickle or roma tomatoes i cube), + some jalapeno (with two cross-section cuts and then chopped into ~16 slices so it quarters), + some type of sauce i usually make (my favorite is this birria-consomme-esque sauce i make every few months out of tons of dried chilis, which basically prevents it from spoiling); when it:s been cold, i:ve been making this awful vegan gravy out of buckwheat flour + fake chicken bouillion stock (in place of drippings); sometimes i use egg because i had an incident last month that made me realize my diet was killing me <- though this might:ve just been more neurosis;

dinner is either half a protein bar or a stir-fry (bean sprouts, broccoli, red peppers, tofu);

then dessert i have half of a protein bar that i burn in airfryer;

i don:t really like eating anything that doesn:t match these texture/temperature profiles; ie: baked oats are always disappointing because they:re not cold/crunchy; cold wraps (which sometimes i think i want because i like cold-sauces (like mayo or w/e) and the way i cook things basically turns them into soup) are always massive disappointments; beautifully made and composed foods from restaurants are always disappointing because they:re not as scalding as i like, or spicy as i like; etcetera;

take care, anonymous

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About me

First, let me tell you I'm a chronic oversharer lmao. Have fun with my character profile. I've written it with the same structure I write my ocs lol.

Nicknames: you may call me Nene, which is an alias derived from my irl name. But I won't bite your head off if you call me Vanessa.

Age: I'm 24

Pronouns: she/her and I'm fine with any feminine terms.

Height: 162 cm/5'3

Occupation: I'm a special needs education therapist student specialized in behavioural disorders and learning disabilities. I'm also a veteran goth and I work in customer service despite my anger issues

Likes: creating moodboards, collecting perfumes, creating playlists for my OC characters, spending my money on useless stuff, making edits on capcut, and I want to do audiobooks and voice acting in the future (not on a professional level tho, just for fun)

Dislikes: insects, darkness, capitalism

Sexuality: Bisexual

Typology: My MBTI is INFJ, my big three is Cancer sun, Libra moon, Leo rising, my chinese zodiac is the dragon, my diabetes is type 2

Some fun trivia: I was born with dislocated elbows which makes me able to twist my arms in creepy ways, I'm left handed, I have BPD which kinda explains all the impulsive shit that I'm doing on here also my blog is safe for fellow cluster Bs

This blog is a writing blog, a personal and a main blog because I'm too lazy to have their seperate accounts and running multiple blogs is just... overwhelming for me.

Fandoms: Jujutsu Kaisen, Bleach, Star Wars, Naoki Urasawa's Monster, Dune, Hunter x Hunter, Chainsaw Man, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Sailor Moon, ASOIAF, House of the Dragon, Choujin X, Touchstarved, Hellsing Ultimate, Gotham, the list is endless tbh

Tag system:

I'm very shitty in organizing stuff on my blog but I'm trying my best

#I should shut up for today: basically just my 2 am rambling about any random subject

#meesa writes: all of my fics and drabbles are mushed under this tag

#obligatory selfship tag: anything about my selfships, but every ship has their seperate tag

#accidental hunposting: stuff I reblog and tag in my first language

#asks: every answered ask but mutuals have their seperate tags

#jiujitsukarate: jjk reblogs

#hydrogen peroxide: bleach reblogs

#analysis posts: some really intense rambling on fandom stuff

#my moodboards :3: what did you expect? these are my moodboards for ocs

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🍉 Please don't ignore my suffering

I am Sara Hussein, a Palestinian ❤🍉 from the besieged and destroyed Gaza

From a family of young children, women and the elderly 😢🥺

My mother suffers from a stroke, diabetes and high blood pressure and needs intensive medical care and expensive medications 🥺😭

The children in the family are deprived of playing and studying and suffer from hunger and deprivation 🥺

Our life is harsh because we lack all the basic necessities of life. Everything has become scarce and difficult to obtain. There is no food, no water, and no medicine.

So I ask you to help me keep my family safe and alive so that I can pay for their expensive travel costs from the Gaza Strip to Egypt and our current daily living expenses in the Gaza Strip.

Please don't leave my family alone 🙏

You can support my campaign by donating what you can or by sharing my posts to reach others who can support us.

You are helping in the lives of many people with your small contribution. ❤🍉

Every donation makes a difference in our very difficult life. This is a legitimate campaign

This ask comes from Sara, like most palestinans, she is trying to help her family. If you guys go through her profile and read what she said, her family consists of both her 68yo mother, and her three children, who are 7, 5 and 4. They are all trying to evacuate to Egypt, and if we all share, i know we can help them reach this goal!

Their campaign is currently at €617/€50,000, and i know that if we all help (either by donating or sharing) we can reach this goal really fast! I cannot donate myself, and because of that, i'm doing this post to ask you guys to share it around, to spread around their story!

Let's continue helping those families!

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Diabetic Profile Basic Test

Book My Test offers a comprehensive and convenient solution for individuals seeking a diabetic profile test. The platform provides a basic diabetic profile package that includes essential tests to assess and monitor diabetes-related markers. Users can easily navigate the website to access detailed information about the package, including the specific tests, pricing, and booking options.

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A commission for manny__grsk of their latios OC on a ferry! This one was a challenge, but I think I pulled it off c:

If you want a commission like this, all the information + contact can be found here: https://timegear.ink/commissions/

They included a small snippet of their story to go along this! Here's a link to the full version if you'd wanna read more.

As I get onto the deck, the crisp ocean breeze immediately assaults my sense of smell, and a stray gust flicks my unkempt hair to the side. And in front, at the edge of the deck, floats Vien with a mug of his brew clumsily held in his large Feral claws. A few moments pass by before I break the silence, “You good Vien?”

Vien’s ears twitch, signifying he heard my question, and he turns around, taking a long and drawn out sip. “Oh. Hey. Yeah, I’m fine Santo”, he gruffs out in my mind, an expectant smile on his face. “I just got a good feeling about this, and it’s kept me up since the storm let up”.

I give the Feral a chuckle, “Must be a pretty good feeling if it’s got you, the heaviest sleeper I know, up before sunrise.”

At my teasing jab, Vien spits the coffee he was just drinking out to the side. The markings on his wings and paws deepen and flare up in color, sort of like a signal flare “Hey! I am not that bad!”

“I don’t know Vien, when you and Pas reunited four years ago, she went on and on about how you two were kids in Unova’s Dragon Village you could easily sleep a whole day and a half away without a second thought”, I continue smugly, pushing the Feral’s buttons in way only his elder sister or myself really could.

“Alright, alright. Maybe I get a LITTLE carried away with sleep. But c’mon, a few extra hours never hurt anybody here and there. Besides, I’ve pulled my weight when needed anyways, so I think I deserve to sleep in a bit from time to time.” was his rebuttal.

I can’t resist the urge to chuckle at it, “I guess you’re right. You have pulled your weight during the Academy back in Alola. And you’re basically the only reason I know exactly what Sapo and Kouga are saying, so I guess you can sleep in here and there”. I take another sip of my coffee, and again wince at the bitterness. “Man you like it real strong and bitter, dontcha Big Guy?” I half feign a look of disgust.

“Nah, you just like it too dang sweet!” was Vien’s rebuttal, a mirthful laugh filling my mind. “Seriously, only person that likes it sweeter than you, Santo, is your uncle! Seven cream, seven sugar… BAH! How he drinks something like that daily without developing diabetes is beyond me! Same thing with that one food, what was it, Pizza? How can you like pineapple on it? The two flavor profiles don’t mix!”

“Well, I'm not the one that likes his Tauros meat well done, now am I? I’d say that’s the real food crime here” I return his lively chuckle with one of my own, only that mine is actually audible to the outside world.

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Unveiling the Daily Injustices Faced by Black People

In today's society, it is disheartening to acknowledge that racial injustices persist, even in the face of progress and calls for equality. Black individuals around the world continue to endure daily injustices that undermine their basic rights, well-being, and sense of belonging. These systemic disparities are deeply rooted in historical and ongoing forms of discrimination, bias, and prejudice. By shedding light on the injustices black people face on a daily basis, we can strive towards building a more equitable and inclusive future.

1. Racial Profiling and Discrimination

Black people frequently face racial profiling, a practice that targets individuals based solely on their race or ethnicity. They often encounter unwarranted suspicion, harassment, and mistreatment from law enforcement, security personnel, and even fellow community members. Racial profiling perpetuates the false stereotype that black people are inherently dangerous or prone to criminal behavior, leading to unjustified stops, searches, and arrests.

2. Unequal Treatment in the Criminal Justice System

The criminal justice system reflects some of the most glaring injustices faced by black individuals. Studies consistently reveal disparities in arrests, convictions, and sentencing based on race. Black people are disproportionately affected by harsher punishments, longer sentences, and the over-policing of their communities. The war on drugs, for instance, has disproportionately targeted black communities, leading to mass incarceration and the perpetuation of generational cycles of poverty and disenfranchisement.

3. Economic Inequity and Opportunity Gap

Black individuals encounter significant economic disparities compared to their white counterparts. They face higher rates of unemployment, limited access to quality education and healthcare, and systemic barriers to career advancement. Redlining, discriminatory lending practices, and lack of access to capital perpetuate a cycle of economic inequality. The resulting wealth gap deprives black families of generational wealth and economic stability, exacerbating existing inequalities and limiting opportunities for upward mobility.

4. Education Disparities

Education, often viewed as a pathway to success, is marred by inequalities that affect black students disproportionately. Inadequate resources, underfunded schools, and the school-to-prison pipeline hinder black students' academic achievement and future prospects. Disproportionate disciplinary actions and the lack of representation in teaching staff contribute to an environment where black students are at a disadvantage, perpetuating the opportunity gap.

5. Health Disparities

Black people face significant health disparities, enduring unequal access to healthcare services and experiencing higher rates of chronic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension. Factors such as limited access to quality healthcare facilities, racial bias in healthcare delivery, and social determinants of health contribute to these inequities. The COVID-19 pandemic has further exposed these disparities, with black communities experiencing higher infection and mortality rates due to underlying systemic factors.

6. Media Stereotypes and Representation

Negative stereotypes and misrepresentation in media perpetuate biases and perpetuate harmful narratives about black people. Portrayals that focus on criminality, violence, and poverty contribute to the dehumanization and marginalization of black individuals. It is essential to challenge these stereotypes and promote diverse, accurate representations that showcase the richness and diversity within the black community.

Addressing the daily injustices faced by black people requires a multifaceted approach rooted in education, advocacy, policy reform, and a commitment to dismantling systemic racism. It is vital for individuals, communities, institutions, and governments to engage in uncomfortable conversations, challenge their biases, and work towards creating a more just and equitable society for all. Only by recognizing, confronting, and actively combating these injustices can we hope to build a future where every person, regardless of their race, can thrive and be treated with the fairness and dignity they deserve.

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If You Wanna Make The World A Better Place...

Wishing everyone a blessed Friday! It’s time to jump into another discussion with Pastor Chad about Sunday’s sermon titled: When Less is More – James the Lesser; and the accompanying scripture is from Revelation 21: 9-14. If you weren’t with us, you can listen in here: https://fb.watch/mWXTwblb04/ Jump to the 38-minute mark to go straight to the sermon. There were no questions this week so, the following is a merely a conversation between Pastor Chad and myself. We hope you enjoy!

There's not a lot to discuss about the apostle James even as you noted in your sermon, but a couple things did come to mind listening to the message. (Mostly songs and movie lines because that's how my brain works.) I came to have a heart for the homeless in an unconventional manner. Not nearly as profoundly as Mr. Schneidman in your sermon. No. It was a movie called With Honors from 1994 featuring Joe Pesci, Brendan Fraser, Moira Kelly, and Patrick Dempsey. If you haven't seen it, you should. Though I was plenty old enough to recognize that homeless people were, in fact, people by that time; the mystery that surrounded their lives was scary. What you said was very true. On the outskirts of Chicago there were many, and they did look intimidating, dirty, and scary.

This is definitely a movie I will be looking into! One that always comes to mind for me is the movie Home Alone when Kevin is in New York and befriends the 'pigeon lady' in the park and they spend time together getting to know each other and he shows a level of kindness to her that she often does not receive. At the end he gives her a turtle dove sharing the wisdom that he gained at the toy store in that turtle doves come in pairs and they are always with each other no matter how far apart because they are “a symbol of friendship and love." I think this is the calling of the Church, to a partner turtledove to those who are lost, scared, marginalized, alone, afraid, abandoned, homeless, naked, hungry, incarcerated, thirsty, sick, etc. When we can extend to the world that this church, this congregation, these people, hold and value you in a way of friendship and love, THAT is when we begin to love like Jesus loved. Myself included; we have a long way to go.

We really do! That movie altered the way I saw the world and the people around me, for the better. It made me painfully aware that we're all just a couple choices or accidents, or paychecks away from homelessness ourselves. It's not always self-inflicted. It's not always drug or alcohol related. There are so many misconceptions and stereotypes. I agree that they exist for a reason and there are many people who fit the "profile", but does it matter? Does that mean they don't deserve the same basic human dignity as everyone else? Of COURSE, they do!

To answer that with a question, do we deserve the grace we have so lovingly received from Jesus? We, who call ourselves Christians and have checkered pasts just as much as anyone else. The moment we lose sight of our own pasts, our own sins, our own transgressions just because we have found salvation is the moment that sin creeps back into our lives we should fear for our very souls. So, no I don't think it should matter at all because we all are in need of grace [PERIOD]! Many people think Native Americans are just diabetic, alcoholic, lower-class peyote-smoking know-nothings. How wrong they are! Yes, there are persons who struggle with alcoholism, diabetes, poverty, and some who are deeply devoted to other religions, but that is not true for all and at what point is any of that a bad thing? At what point does any of that negate our humanity and the fact that we are loved by God? IT DOESN'T!!!!! Love demands that we let go of our stereotypes and misconceptions and just simply love people because of the fact that they are just that, People! We don't have to agree, we don't have to like everything they do and everything about them, we just simply need to love.

That can be so, so hard! But it’s so true! We want that for ourselves, we accept that for ourselves, but we struggle so much extending that to others.

You said, "If you don't like something in your life, change it!" That's the easiest advice to give and the hardest to follow. We all acknowledge there are always circumstances standing in the way that make "just change it" not the easiest thing in the world to do and yet, it's really the only real answer, isn't it? It's not the one we want to hear, but it's the only one that's going to get results. Isn't that what they say the definition of insanity is, doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results? You don't like the results; you must change something. But what? What do we change?

I love this, YES, the definition of insanity is doing something over and over again and expecting different results. WHY ARE WE INSANE?!?!?!? A different topic for a different blog. I agree, it's the simplest and yet hardest thing in the world to do. I think there are few things to mention here. First, we must be open and honest with ourselves when we are making excuses. The cyclical patterns of life and the vicious cycles are something we have to be aware of and address. The other thing is you asked what do we change, sometimes what we need to change in our perspective. Seeing things from a different or another's point of view can sometimes make the biggest difference. Other times we need to change our expectations. Are our expectations unfair, unreasonable, and/or unrealistic? Then we might need to simply change the circumstances or context. If at the end of the day something doesn't fit these criteria "does this draw me closer to God or constantly pull me away from God," then we need to address this immediately.

Definitely a different topic for a different blog! Obviously, I'm walking through the sermon backwards this week because you began the message with exactly what we need to change. The only thing we CAN change. The only thing we have any control over.  That's ourselves. "Never mind, I shall start with myself." you quoted of Elie Wiesel and in my head came the song Man in The Mirror by Michael Jackson. (But the Keke Palmer version which I like better.) There's a quote from the movie Joyful Noise (from which the version of that song comes) that I love where Queen Latifah's character says to someone who's gossiping, "My Mamma always said, 'If people swept in front of their own front porches, this whole world would be clean!'" Isn't that the truth? If we all just started with ourselves and worried about keeping our own homes, minds, lives clean and charitable it feels like the world would just sort itself out. But like most things, that would require 100% participation to work!

PREACH!!! We must start with ourselves. We can't get caught up in changing everything in the world, that can easily lead to frustration and just us giving up altogether. We strive to be the most Christlike ourselves and trust that God's grace will influence the rest. I love the song from the jungle book "Look for the bare necessities, the simple bare necessities; forget about your worries and your strife. I mean the bare necessities, oh, mother nature's recipes that bring the bare necessities of life." What if love were the bare necessity we sought and lived on?

I can barely imagine a world where everyone simply chose love as the one bare necessity of life. Can you? Can any of us? It’s a beautiful thing to think about today though.

As I head into this weekend and beyond, I will make it my own priority to see where I can choose love more often in areas where I want to choose negativity or frustration, or bitterness or pride. Maybe you can, too.

Man in The Mirror (Keke Palmer Version)

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I need to bitch for a minute here so hold on a sec

I understand most people don’t understand how pharmacies work. I don’t think corporations adding in things like drive thrus has helped retail pharmacy’s image either. But holy shit, this video (and especially the comments) fucking infuriate me

First off, I want everyone to know, a pharmacist has the 100% legal right to not fill your prescription for any reason. Now, normally when there is an issue with the prescription, the pharmacist will attempt to contract the prescriber to have something fixed, changed, clarified, etc. Rarely will a pharmacist ever outright refuse a prescription. I’ve seen it happen only a few times- and those few times came with good reasons. Remember, this is their license on the line. If they were to allow a prescription to get filled that could hurt or even kill you, and something did happen to you, then legal authorities come back at the pharmacist first for allowing it to be dispensed. I hate seeing comments like “this is between me and my doctor!!”. Your pharmacist knows more about medications and drug interactions than your prescriber. Your pharmacist is a healthcare professional. For the love of god they’re not fucking fast food workers that stand around and approve every medication they see.

Second, also in response to the comments, if you’re gonna complain about HIPAA, you better at least spell it right. It isn’t “HIPPA” 🙄. Anyway, yes a pharmacist can ask you any medical question they’d like. I can ask you any question I’d like as a pharmacy tech! I just can’t take your medical information and just tell the next random person in line. That is what HIPAA is. We’ve had a woman complain in the pharmacy that asking for her birthday- which is how we look up your medication in the first place- is a violation of HIPAA. It’s fucking not.

In response to the video- no one refused to fill the prescription. What most likely happened is this: Mounjaro is currently only FDA approved for type 2 diabetes. Not weight loss. Insurance rarely covers Mounjaro anyway. Won’t cover it at all for weight loss. There is a manufacturer discount card that can bring it down to $25 (this has changed). In order to bill the discount card, it basically needs to be billed thru insurance first, then be rejected, then billed thru the discount card which would usually bring it to the $25. They changed this for the new cards. Because of auditing, it now only covers the prescription if there is a type 2 diagnosis on the prescription. It will not cover it without it. So what probably happened is that the pharmacist tried to contact the prescriber for a diagnosis when the discount card didn’t go through, the provider didn’t get back to them, so they’re asking the patient (which they can legally do!) if they are using it for weight loss or diabetes. If course, a chain retail pharmacy can fill it for cash, if you’re willing to pay over $1000 out of pocket for it. Which I doubt the patient being mentioned in this video wanted to do. I specify chain pharmacy btw, because an independent might out right refuse to fill it solely based on profit alone. What if they order in Mounjaro, which has a huge cost, and you say you’ll pick it up for cash, but you never do? Now that pharmacy is out major $$$. Not as big of a deal for chain pharmacies, but it can hurt an independent. At the end of the day though, it wasn’t a refusal to fill, it just wasn’t covered and the patient didn’t want it. I’m sure had this woman just called and asked the pharmacist would’ve told her that. 

I do have 1 final point though. I’d like to point out this woman is a NP- Nurse Practitioner- and NOT a doctor. I know a lot of people don’t know the difference between PA/NPs and actual doctors, but I can’t emphasize enough that while she can diagnose and treat, she did NOT go to an actual medical school a doctor went to. Looking at her profile, she works at a place called “Lotus Healthcare and Aesthetics”, which while they say they offer physicals and vaccinations… it seems to me they focus heavily on “beauty and aesthetics” such as spray tanning and lash extensions…. Ya know, real medically important shit. If you wanna learn more about this shit just look over at r/Noctor and you’ll see what I mean

I’m not shocked this woman doesn’t know shit about pharmacies. But she spreads a message that I have to deal with every day at work. Pharmacies, as a whole, are not your enemy. Drug manufacturers and insurance companies will cause most of your headaches. Corporations that overwork and underpay both the pharmacists and techs are also the problem too. (Look, I’m not saying there aren’t shit pharmacists and you can’t have a bad experience. I’ve met awful pharmacists and techs. But most people I’ve met truly care about their work and their patients).

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