#Get More Exercise If You're Diabetic

[asce-of-hearts]

Can I get Illumi’s thoughts and reaction to his wife birthing his child?

Domesticity

Contents: Some headcanons for Yandere!Illumi when his wife is pregnant :)))

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WARNINGS: SOFT YANDERE, MENTIONS OF PREGNANCY AND CHILDREN, FEM!READER, USAGE OF THE TERM "WIFE", CONTROLLING BEHAVIOR.

Illumi already thought of you as this precious creature who can't exist outside of his care. You're nothing more than a doll to him, a puppet who requires him to pull the strings of your life.

But when you get pregnant those feelings become even more overwhelming. He's over you, really over you. All of those years working as an assassin without a break finally come to use as he's able to take a vacation to take care of you during your whole pregnancy.

Everything he and everyone else does must be catered for you to be happy and safe, content with your life so that you need for nothing.

If you ever express wanting or needing anything, he's on it instantly. No matter how superficial or mundane it may seem. This extends to pregnancy cravings, you mention the faintest desire for a certain food and he has already brought a ton of it to you, allowing you to indulge to your hearts content.

Your diet and day are monitored to the last detail. He has always been incredibly meticulous and careful, everything in your life is controlled by him. The moment you wake up, what you eat, what you do during the day, even the exercises you do to maintain yourself healthy during the pregnancy are looked over and assisted by him.

If there ever is any complication with the pregnancy, such as gestational diabetes or increased blood pressure you're bed ridden immediately. He will not hesitate to tie you to the bed if he feels that's what it takes to keep you safe. Of course, even then he's there to keep you company. His precious wife will never, ever feel alone.

When the birth-date is near Illumi doesn't leave you alone a single second, he insists on bathing you, always excusing his behavior with the very rational in his opinion fear that you will slip and fall and die with your baby while bleeding out. A true fatalist for sure.

He insists on a natural birth, finding endearing when you curse at him and his entire family as you push. He lets you squeeze his hand as much as you need, even if he thinks you will break it from how hard you grip.

Very mindful of you after you've given birth. You will not do ANYTHING other than care for your child the first few months. He wants you to be completely back in shape before returning to your normal life, and even then, he will not let you or his child out of his sight for too long. He needs to make sure you're both safe, and most importantly, his.

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[inbabylontheywept]

Hey, so for context it's 3:45 AM where I am, and I'm stark awake at this hour because I had to take a nap yesterday due to eating a meal I really shouldn't have that is still wreacking havoc on my intestines. I'm definitely going to regret sending this ask HARD once the sun comes up, but I've been doing a lot of unadvisable shit on the internet over the past 3 days so why not add this to the pile.

I'm kind of having a weird emotional thing right now over your last post because it's just too ridiculous to be true, and I'm realizing the majority of your blog is probably all creative writing not intended to be taken seriously, but I've believed everything you've claimed to be a true story up until this point? And now I'm faced with either being a gullible fool, or an asshole for saying this if it IS all true, and I have to ask or I'll never know? I shouldn't be letting this get to me but it is.

So please, I ask sincerely and with no intention of being a jackass, are your life stories actually all true, or are they supposed to come across as obviously exaggerated or wholly fictional? I'm sure I could piece it together if I lay in bed and thought about it for an hour or two, but I think I'll just take the L and ask outright because fuck it.

But THEN if it truly is just a creative writing blog, would you keep the bit going and claim it's all real when it's not? Like, do you see why I'm going crazy? I am a very gullible, easily lied to person and that has lead me to be on high alert, but I almost always jump at the wrong things and come across as a distrustful asshole, so?? Will you assume this ask itself is LARP because of all the specific details I tacked on, which are intended to garner a sense of sincerity? I'm realizing I may have been playing checkers with someone playing chess all this time and I'm wigging out man

So, I'll start with the small stuff first:

The camp was in Prescott, AZ, in the mountains, over labor day weekend which is in late fall. I don't know the actual temperatures as numbers, but the people at the camp spent more time being cold than hot. The camp organizers also did bring a ludicrous amount of the pink sauce. I don't think the campsite itself was ever intended to provide potable water, just utility water for the showers and dishes and other non-for-direct-consumption tasks. So in that area, the camp people overprepared because Arizonans don't fuck around with dehydration.

I'm also pretty sure they had some water available, they were just very careful with it. I think there were a few diabetic kids, and they were making sure they wouldn't have to subsist on the weird gatorade like everyone else. Maybe. I don't honestly know.

But that's one story, and the thing that you're really asking is, are all these stories fake? Is it all just creative writing? And the answer to that is a soft no.

As a writer, I'm pretty strongly influenced by Patrick McManus. A lot of my stories are told in the American Tall Tale style - which is exaggerated, and dramaticized, but tells a story that is true nonetheless. I am going to keep the specifics of the exaggeration and dramatization between myself and God, but I would look at my stories and say that they're each more than 80% true. I hope that relieves some of your stress.

I wouldn't call what I do creative writing exercises. But I also wouldn't encourage you to take them 100% seriously. Both because I talk a big game, and because they are, at the end of the day, just funny stories. I certainly wouldn't want you to lose any more sleep over them.

You aren't a jackass for expressing incredulity. It's part of my style, and I welcome it. I also wouldn't call you a gullible fool for believing things in the past. We're good, you and I, and I've enjoyed having you as a reader. I hope you keep reading. Just, maybe not at 3:45 AM. Take care of yourself, Babylon

[spiderb00]

Hey, how would the Kats react when reader is diabetic and always have low sugar level because reader does a lot of physical activity that makes the sugar level lower

(I'm sorry if it seems weird or anything. I've been diabetic for 5 years now and like I still haven't got used to it, and my mom gives me the disappointed look and my dad throw some shitty comments that I can't beat with it)

Oh baby, don't worry, you're perfect

Sophia would be ready! She'll always have cookies, candies or jelly beans in her bag, ready in case you need them. If you happen to be out in public, Sophia makes sure you sit down for a while. She checks your blood sugar like a professional nurse, and always gives you a kiss after the “assessment”.

She will always act calm and focused. She believes that if she stays calm, you will too, but she'll be freaking out inside, I mean, who can blame her for loving you too much? Speaking of loving you too much, she's always going with you to the gym, she says it's just to make sure you're okay, but only she knows how much she enjoys watching you work out your muscles.

Manon would be so worried, she doesn't quite understand at first, but then she becomes an expert. She knows that you exercise a lot, and she's very proud of you for keeping a healthy lifestyle and not letting it get in the way.

She'll research everything and fill her bag with sweets, she'll always ask if you want one, and you have to explain to her that you can't overdo it either. She may not know much, but she's extremely dedicated.

Daniela is a lot like Sophia, except that she gets nervous and freaks out a bit, which means she's not so much like Sophia. Daniela knows how hard you train, and she's always nagging you to be more careful. She certainly goes to the gym with you, just to check that you're not overdoing it (certainly not to keep an eye on the girls who come up to you) or how much weight you're lifting.

She buys all your favorite sweets and stores them in her car. Whenever you need one, she has it.

Lara's computer history is polluted, she's done so much research that she might become a doctor one day. Think of Manon, Lara is like double, maybe triple. She wants to know everything she can, just so you feel good when you're with her. She'll have everything in her hands when you need it and she'll be proud of it. She calls herself the best girlfriend you've ever had, and God have mercy on you if you don't agree.

She admires you a lot, especially after she finds out that you go to the gym often, she's happy that you try to maintain a healthy life and don't get discouraged. She's certainly your number one fan.

Megan is going crazy! The poor girl is a mess. You remember your first date, when your sugar level dropped and she got desperate, you didn't know whether to laugh or feel sick. Fortunately, you had everything under control and managed to recover. When you first started dating, Megan carried candies wherever you went, if there was a candy store around every corner, the Chinese girl would be stopping there.

Now, Megan always saw that you were strong, but after she discovered your training routine, she was drooling. She's not just proud, she's amazed! She makes a point of going to the gym with you, just to see you all sweaty and hot. She's there, just sitting there being pretty, she always has a lollipop in her mouth, and every time you go to her for a drink of water, she gives you a taste.

[metalheadsagainstfascism]

Me watching the anti-vaxxers line up for their weight-loss shots.

All I'm saying is if I were... a corrupt billionaire that wanted everyone to inject nanobot tracking chips in you that made you all sick.

I wouldn't release a deadly virus and then create a government mandated vaccine for it.

That's too obvious.

I'd manufacture an insecurity over decades of media influence to make you hate yourself by making "fat" a bad word, then doing things like calling heartthrob Jennifer Aniston fat to make everyone feel fat because psh... if she's "fat" then literally everyone with an average body is "fat". Then I'd come out with a new drug that is specifically for people that have type 2 diabetes or pre-disbetes (which by the way skinny people can get) then remarket it as a "weight-loss drug" so that I can still it to every Jill, Joe, and Frank off the street that I've made to feel horrible about themselves. And then I'd have celebrities hop off the "big booty trend" and get on my drug to get the anorexic thin body that was popular in the 90s so everyone would take it to look like them.

Type 2 Diabetes is a very serious condition and skinny people that have never had to struggle with their weight are at higher risk of it because they've never had to practice a healthy diet to try to look thin.

Ozempic was not originally made to be a weight loss drug. Stop taking it for that. It was made for people with type 2 diabetes or whom are pre-diabetic. Your misuse is making it difficult for people with actual serious medical conditions.

Delayed gastric emptying (which is what ozempic does) can cause some serious side effects. I'm just saying taking a medication that has side effects like nausea and vomiting for weight loss sounds a lot like... an eating disorder...

It's really fucking weird you won't get a jab once a year to protect yourself and others from the flu and covid, two deadly viruses. But you'll jab yourself once a week to protect yourself from being fat... and fuck 90% of the people I see on ozempic aren't even fat. You're not even fat. Shut the fuck up.

I think my biggest pet peeve is seeing average people with average bodies whine about being "fat" and take all this weird shit instead of like... eating a vegetable. (This isn't a jab at actual fat people. I know yall eat healthy and exercise and that's just your body, and I love you guys. I'm talking about the fatphobic skinny people that think they're fat.)

-fae

[macgyvermedical]

can you talk a little about wegovy and muonjaro for weight loss?

The answer is maybe.

If it were just the drugs themselves, I'd say absolutely. But there is a surprising amount of cultural baggage associated with these medications, and I don't really know that I can do them justice.

So first, let's talk about weight. There's a fantastic book called "Fat Talk" by Virginia Sole-Smith, about being overweight or obese in an age that prioritizes thinness, and how diet culture in particular is a threat to young people. Another, called "Intuitive Eating" by Elyse Resch, discusses how calorie restriction- commonly cited as the "way" to lose weight along with exercise- only works once or twice, because our bodies get wise to it and want to hold onto fat.

Humans evolved to gain weight. Fat is how we store energy for times when we might not have enough to eat. And if "not having enough to eat" (whether because of famine or because of calorie restrictive dieting) happens repeatedly, we have evolved to change hormones and metabolism so we a) don't need as much food to stay alive and b) are primed to eat more food than we need when it is available.

Aren't human bodies cool?

In the medical world, there are a lot of things tied to weight. For example, statistically, being overweight or obese means you're more likely to have health conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease. It is unclear, though, if those problems are caused by the weight itself, or other dietary, activity, and behavior patterns that may also happen to contribute to the weight gain. Things like a sedentary lifestyle, frequent consumption of foods with low nutritional value, avoidance of medical care due to stigma, or even chronic calorie restrictive dieting.

Unfortunately, due to this statistical tie, there is a lot of effort made in the medical world to get patients to "lose weight at any cost" instead of recommending dietary, activity, and behavior changes for health reasons alone.

Culturally as well, we prioritize thinness as attractiveness. I remember in high school there was a poster in my health classroom that read "Ideal weight- or it might be hard to get a date!". There are lots of negative associations with people who carry more weight, including that they are lazy or stupid- things that have nothing to do with body size.

Now, that doesn't mean that there aren't things that could be benefits of losing weight. For example, joint and back pain can be improved with weight loss. But weight loss is probably not the end-all be-all cure-all it's touted to be.

Because it is really hard for most people to meet this standard of "lose weight at any cost", there has long been medications that purportedly help people lose weight. Most of these medications have been stimulants, which decrease appetite and make it more comfortable to engage in calorie restrictive dieting. They also increase energy, which can make it easier to exercise or tolerate more exercise than would otherwise be possible.

Before we talk about the drugs, I want to say- there are risks and benefits to all medications, including these! The discussion you should always have is what risks are you and your healthcare provider willing to tolerate for the potential positive outcome. Also, this is a discussion of the drugs when used for weight control. The same drugs used for diabetes are at different dosages and have potentially different risk/benefit comparisons.

Ozempic/Wegovy (semaglutide) and Mounjaro/Zepbound (tirzepatide) are both a type of medication called a GLP-1 agonist. GLP-1 agonists are also called incretin mimics, because they mimic a type of hormone (incretin) that tells the brain and body that it is full. This makes it easier to eat a small amount of high nutrition food and feel satisfied. They also work by increasing metabolism. Between the decreased consumption and the increased metabolism, weight is lost.

Over the course of a year and a half, tirzepatide causes about 15-20% average reduction in body weight with continued use. Over the course of about the same time, semaglutide causes an average of about 15% body weight reduction with continuous use. Say, for example, you weigh 100kg. A year and a half on one of these medications could get you down to 85kg.

The problem is, as soon as that drug is withdrawn, the body realizes it was starving, and tries to compensate. These drugs are good at getting rid of weight, but maintaining a new weight usually means staying on a lower dose of the drug perpetually. Most people regain all weight (and potentially more than they lost) within 5 years of stopping the drugs.

Some studies suggest that repeatedly regaining lost weight may be more detrimental to health than remaining overweight or obese when it comes to statistical risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and other "weight-associated" illnesses.

The main side effects are GI-related. Most of these are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, gas/bloating, constipation, dizziness, and abdominal pain. More severe side effects include pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) and gasteroparesis (paralysis of the stomach and part of the digestive tract).

[shinynewboots]

Hazbin Hotel Characters as Medical Specialties

Charlie: Pediatrics

You're telling me can't imagine Charlie with Bluey stickers in her pocket and saying "oh I see a dog in your ear. Woof!" When using an otoscope on a child with an ear infection? Be so for real rn

Vaggie: Emergency Medicine

This woman thrives in chaos, she grew up on a battefield. The ED is the Wild West of medicine and Vaggie thrives under the constant stress and variety

Vaggie: "what do you mean you were woodworking while drinking, are you fucking stupid"

Vox: Nephrology

Okay, okay this one is less based in personality and more based in the fact that I need to see a pissing competition between Vox and Alastor (as a cardiologist) about fluid status and renal function

Vox: *decreases lasix dosage in a patient with poor renal function*

Alastor: *punches Vox bc that patient is also fluid overloaded and has heart failure with a reduced ejection fraction*

Velvette: Dermatology

Listen you can't tell me that she didn't have amazing skin when she was alive. I can see her moving more towards the cosmetic side of dermatology with occasional biopsy or Mohs bc who doesn't love a procedure every once in a while

Cherri: ICU/Crit Care

Like Vaggie, Cherrie also thrives in chaos and things in the ICU can go from 0 to 100 in less than a minute. I also feel like she would have pretty good empathy and separation of work and home to be able to not let the job get to her too much

Angel: Psych

This just feels perfect to me, more based on my own experience but everyone I've met in Psych is kind while also being the coolest person you've ever met. I also think Angel would really be able to empathize with his patients based on his own history with addiction. He really likes to listen and offer support and advice.

Alastor: Cardiothoracic surgeon or Cardiologist (to get into a pissing contest with Vox about fluid and sodium)

Look, I know Al is like the perfect surgeon. He's intimidating, meticulous, and calculating. And I don't disagree, I think he would thrive as a CT surgeon...however, there's just something about him arguing with the nephrologist that just gives me the giggles

Lucifer: Internal Medicine

Listen, he's done it all and seen it all. He will spend hours rounding because he just wants to make sure he gets everything right (he's also avoiding going home alone but that's a different story). He also loves working with medical students and will give rousing lectures on first-line antihypertensive and diabetes medications (while also getting all of the students and residents names wrong).

Lute: OBGYN

Listen, I love Lute but if I knew her in real life she would intimidate me so badly. Much like the OBGYN attendings I worked with. She's amazing at her job and beloved by her patients for her blunt yet realistic recommendations, but in her L&D room or operating room, that is her domain and there is no deviation from that. Medical students and residents should exercise caution, but she will teach them the most out of any rotation

Adam: Orthopedics

This man is an ortho bro if I've ever see one. He is the attending who will pimp medical students on the playlist he has playing in the OR instead of the surgery in front of them. (What do you mean you don't know what artist this is? It's the fucking Eagles. Go home and study up, we're playing Led Zepplin tomorrow.)

Niffty: Pathology

Listen I have no explanations for this one. It just felt perfect, tbh

Husk: Anesthesia

This man is like every anesthesiologist I've ever met. He is there stereotype and sits behind the current with his sudoku in hand. Don't let that fool you, this man has knowledge and skill and is not afraid to use. The second your patient starts de-sating or coding, he's the one you wanna listen to

Rosie: Family Medicine

Rosie is the picture-perfect family medicine attending. Kind, empathetic and offers great advice. From cradle to grave, she's got you covered with primary prevention and screening and will be there for you for whatever comes next

Lol this is meant in good fun, so there are a few stereotypes about the different specialties and a lot of it is based on my own experiences on rotations. Let me know what you guys think. I know I missed some characters so let me know if y'all want me to come up with more.

[beyondthebloodsugar]

Take Control: Managing Elevated Blood Sugar Levels with Diabetes

Living with diabetes can feel like riding a roller coaster. Sometimes you're up, and other times, you're just trying to hold on. Elevated blood sugar levels can lead to complications, but managing them doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Let’s break it down into simple steps that make sense.

Understanding Elevated Blood Sugar Levels

When you eat, your body breaks down food into glucose, which is the fuel your cells need. Insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas, helps move that glucose into your cells. In diabetes, this system doesn’t work quite like it should. This can leave too much sugar lingering in your bloodstream. Think of it like a traffic jam; instead of flowing smoothly, everything's backed up and causing problems.

Recognizing the Signs

Ever felt unusually thirsty or tired? Maybe you've noticed frequent trips to the bathroom? Those can all be signs your blood sugar is too high. Other signals might include blurred vision or headaches. Paying attention to your body is key. It's like having a built-in alarm system; you just need to know how to listen.

Smart Eating Habits

Your diet plays a significant role in managing your blood sugar. Focus on whole foods that nourish your body. Think fruits, veggies, lean proteins, and whole grains. Picture your plate as a colorful palette. The more colors you have, the more nutrients you’re getting! Try to balance your meals with carbs, proteins, and fats to keep your blood sugar steady.

Regular Exercise: Your Secret Weapon

Let’s talk about exercise – it’s not just for fitness buffs or sports enthusiasts. Moving your body helps your cells use insulin more effectively. Just 30 minutes of walking, biking, or dancing can be a game changer. Think of exercise like a key; it opens the door for glucose to enter your cells. Plus, it lifts your mood and boosts your energy levels.

Monitoring Your Blood Sugar

Keeping an eye on your blood sugar numbers is crucial. Regular testing gives you a clear picture of how your food choices and activities impact your levels. Over time, you’ll start to notice patterns. Maybe you find out a certain snack pushes your numbers up. This knowledge is empowering, like having a roadmap in your back pocket.

Managing Stress: The Silent Saboteur

Stress can sneak in and cause your blood sugar to spike. It’s like an unexpected guest that makes everything chaotic. Stress triggers your body to release hormones that can raise blood sugar. Finding outlets like deep breathing, yoga, or even enjoying a hobby can help keep your stress in check. Think of these activities as a calm oasis amid a busy desert.

The Importance of Medication

Sometimes, lifestyle changes aren’t enough on their own. If your doctor has prescribed medication, it’s essential to take it as directed. Medications can help bridge the gap between what your body needs and what it can produce. Think of medication as a protective shield, safeguarding you from potential complications.

Building a Support System

You're not alone on this journey. Building a support system is vital. This can include friends, family, or join local support groups. Talking about your experience helps lighten the load. It’s like having a team behind you at a big game, cheering you on every step of the way.

Conclusion: Your Path Forward

Managing elevated blood sugar levels with diabetes doesn’t have to feel daunting. By learning about your body, making smart food choices, staying active, and seeking support, you can take significant steps towards better health. Remember, each small change adds up, and you have the power to shape your journey. Embrace this path and take control of your health today!

[pseudowho]

Hello Mrs.Haitch (I am so sorry I have never done this before). My beautiful amazing wife is pregnant (yay) however I have no idea what I should be doing. She currently really hates the cologne I am wearing (confusing because she used to love it?) and also she has bad morning sickness. I am aware that this is not a search engine (again so sorry) but I noticed she likes to read this blog. Any help can and will be appreciated. (once again so so sorry to bother you and feel free to ignore)

Hello! Very many congratulations to you both. I hope the journey is smooth and joyful.

This is exceedingly normal. A pregnant person's sense of smell very often strengthens or completely alters in pregnancy. For instance, I'm a prolific tea drinker. But, did I want it in pregnancy? Did I fuck. I hated it. The smell repulsed me. I also ordered a new bottle of my usual perfume when I was 12 weeks pregnant; and promptly sent it back, disgusted.

The majority of the time, this is a temporary thing (in most cases, morning sickness eases off significantly by 16 weeks pregnant). Tuck that cologne of yours onto a back shelf. Then, either ask your wife to choose you a new one, if finances allow, and if you can tolerate that, or simply avoid wearing cologne until the symptoms have eased off. In some cases, these olfactory alterations last longer, or are a permanent change.

For example...I never used to like red wine. I was always a white wine drinker. Now, white wine tastes like vinegar to me, and I crave red wine 🍷

Regarding the morning sickness, same rules; usually eases by 16 weeks, sometimes doesn't, sometimes sticks around. Wait and see, I'm afraid. Hyperemesis usually involves vomiting almost everything one eats and drinks, and lasts longer than 16 weeks. This is usually a case for hospitalisation and some significant fluid replacement/anti-emetic treatment.

Otherwise...eat what you can. Truly. Don't eat for two; your body gets better at using the calories it has when pregnant and better at gaining weight. Significant weight gain in pregnancy is a risk factor for all sorts of nasties, like pre-eclampsia and gestational diabetes. Drink little and often, ideally water. Reducing caffeine intake often reduces nausea. Some women swear by ginger. Little and often? Eating at certain times of day and not others? Regular gentle exercise? More sleep? Naps? The possibilities are endless. No one person deals with morning sickness the same way, I'm afraid. Help your wife find her special combo, and power through it.

Advice for you, as the partner: When she says she's tired, she's fucking tired. The hormonal changes of pregnancy are killer; you could sleep all day and still be tired. Pick your feet up-- do more. A lot more. If she's grumpy, don't take it personally. Don't take offence. Just ask what she needs, and if she doesn't know, she probably just needs the load lightened, needs you to listen, and needs you to love her anyway.

I am always, always, always happy to be used as a Midwifery/women's health search engine.

Best of luck.

Remember, pregnancy is my jam! Feel free to ask me anything.

And you're a good one for reaching out.

Work together; not apart. Now is not the time for little grievances. Take the adversity by the hand and swing it between you to remind it that you will be parents soon, and it shall not will not can not fuck with your love.

All my love,

-- Haitch xxx

[timewarpagain]

God I hate FA/HAES mindsets so much.

Before you all start screaming at me, no I don't think it's okay for people to make fun of overweight/obese people. Yes I am aware of certain conditions and medication that can affect a person's weight (more on that later), but those are very very rare. The reason why people are so big is because they eat more calories than they burn. That's it. It's simple thermodynamics, you are not above science lmao.

You are not being discriminated against if you can't fit in an airplane/movie theater seat. Those buildings and seats were there centuries before the world started to get bigger and fast food places were everywhere and junk food was always within reach. Not being able to find cute clothes is such a huge First World Problem, and that's also not how sewing works. It entails so much more than, "well just make it bigger" like you're resizing a picture. Rollercoasters have height and weight requirements for a reason, you can't outdo physics. People not wanting to date you sucks and can be hurtful, but it is not discrimination.

No, you can't be ""fat"" and healthy at the same time. Fat is just a few pounds over the maximum normal BMI range. Dozens or hundreds of pounds over that is not fat, it's overweight/obese. The medical field do have a lot of outdated views and conceptions about certain groups (women, PoC, disabled, etc.) and to an extent this is no different for obese people. There are a lot of doctors who can be assholes and dismissive. And if you're a woman it's 100x worse. But not being able to do certain procedures, or asking their patients to lose weight when they have concerns about pains is not discrimination. They need to rule out that the symptoms you're having is caused by your weight and it'll be easier to see things inside the body if they aren't blocked by excessive adipose tissue. I think people hear "you need to lose weight" and assume that's the only treatment plan instead of the first step to make things less complicated.

FA/HAES activists are really young, in their early - late 20s. Of course they aren't going to see a lot of health problems. But they need to be PREVENTED before they get worse. You (hopefully) won't be seeing a lot of issues at the moment but bad eating habits will catch up with you as you get older and they will be harder to treat. We're already starting to see prolific FAs dying young (late 30s - early 40s) and way too early. T2D is devastating. An extremely high weight puts you at risks for multiple conditions and problems like HBP, coronary artery disease, cancer, pre-diabetes, etc. Being on tons of medication and constant doctor appointments aren't fun.

Body positivity means that you shouldn't feel ashamed or bad about how you look. It doesn't mean that you are unable to try and keep yourself healthy as much as possible. HAES doesn't mean "I'm obese but I'm healthy because I have good bloodwork". It means that being obese shouldn't stop you from getting exercise, losing weight, eating healthy, and treating your body well.

[anti-ao3]

i just rlly hate the way society victim-blames us for developing illnesses and/or disabilities. like "oh you're diabetic? well what did you expect, being fat/eating so much sugar lol?". "you get tired quickly just walking or doing exercise? that's what you get for being sedentary". the kind of stuff i usually hear.

it's like saying someone "deserves" to get sick or to be disabled bc they supposedly don't take care of themself enough. which is pretty ableist and overall pretty shitty to say. it pisses me off so much when i'm in pain and ppl mock me bc i'm just "lazy" so i shouldn't be complaining. i also hate that society puts some sort of deadline, like, "if you aren't 'HEALTHY', you're going to be completely fucked up when you're older", or more radically speaking, "you're going to die younger than everyone who actually has a 'healthy' lifestyle".

at least to me that is not fucking encouraging.

[hasufin]

Clovis First

According to the doctor I saw today, I need to eat more fiber.

I accepted this at first, but after I got home I got to thinking. He's talking about switching to Fiber One for cereal. Except I don't eat cold cereal at all.

I did the numbers on one of my regular breakfasts: 1/3 cup oat bran, 1/3 cup wheat germ, 4 dates, and some raisins. Cook in a rice cooker with 4/3 cups water, add brown sugar and margarine. That has 21 grams of fiber. You're supposed to get 25-30 grams per day.

Am I regularly getting enough fiber? Probably. But the doctor didn't ask. Didn't consider maybe there's another cause. Just "This is caused by insufficient fiber. People don't eat enough fiber. You need to eat more fiber."

I've also had doctors tell me I need to drink less soda (I don't drink soda); I need to stop smoking (I had hookah I think half a dozen times 15 years ago); I need to stop drinking (I have maybe one alcoholic drink a month); I should stop eating red meat (I do not eat red meat). These would be good advice if I was the hypothetical average American male. But I am not, and they do not check.

And that makes me think two thinks.

First, we need to stop treat medical issues as moral failings. If I develop diabetes, it's not because I have the eats-too-much-sugar disease, it's because I have a genetic proclivity to developing diabetes and careful diet and exercise might hold it off for a while, but I'll still have the genes I have. If I'm having trouble loosing weight, odds are it's due to hormonal issues and not because somehow my daily exercise routine is morally inferior others' daily exercise routine. But it's really easy to dismiss this stuff as moral failings and lifestyle choices, and people get frustrated because it turns out turning "eats enough fiber" and "exercises" into personality traits is stupid.

Second, it makes me a little dubious about certain medical advice. If they're not asking me how much fiber I get before telling me I need to eat more fiber, do they really know how much fiber I need to eat? Or did they get a number from a study with dubious methodology then print that number in every medical textbook and bother to question if it truly applies to everyone? Are we really treating everyone, or are we treating a small group of late teens WASP males who went to college in Boston in the 1960s?

[internetgiraffekid1673]

Splatoon OCs Scars/Injuries/Etc.

I recently made a post of my agent OCs from Splatoon. This was a bad idea. The splatoon obsession has come back with a VENGEANCE. It's bad, I can't sleep because these fuckers are haunting me, I am about 3 days away from unpacking the room we haven't unpacked yet to find the switch so I can play Splatoon 2 online with people.

Only one thing to do then, right? My OCs are all agents, which means they've gotten in a fair share of damaging scrapes. Note that these guys are constantly playing paintball on steroids, so everyone's got their fair share of cuts and bruises. I'm just covering notable ones that either never faded or affect their lives in tangible ways. This post won't have art, but that's because I'm currently in the process of redesigning them anyway.

Captain 3/Ian:

Before we get into this one, we have to quickly go over my headcanons for how ink works in Splatoon (this may be contradicted by canon, but I simply Do Not Care, I do what I want):

Every inkfish has an ink gland, somewhere on their spine, probably around their upper thoracic vertebrae. This gland functions kind of like a spigot. If it has some sort of hose attached to it, it can secrete ink into that hose. Being submerged in swim form rehydrates the gland and lets it continue doing so. Weapons work by attaching an ink tank to the gland with a short hose, and then attaching a weapon to the tank with a longer one that allows for movement. If your ink tank is full, the gland can also leak a little bit and secrete all over the ground, which is why you can spread ink by swimming at the edge of a pool.

The rate at which you refill ink is sort of like a muscle. It can be improved with practice, and there is a definitive upper limit to how much you can lift (how fast you can refill) before you strain something. Your body will let you know you're reaching that limit by sending you pain signals, and you'll know you should stop.

This is all relevant because Ian is disabled; his ink gland doesn't function properly. It secretes ink at a much faster rate than is safe for him, and won't send pain signals when he reaches the limit. For this reason, Ian has to use a device called a limiter, which is basically a flow restrictor that you'd put on a showerhead. This disability is comparable to diabetes in terms of rarity---common enough to be well known and have equipment to manage it, rare enough to be easily misunderstood and to not always have that equipment available, especially if you're poor. It also causes him to leak ink when unattached to anything, which is managed with skin patches covering the gland.

This headcanon came about because of a throwaway line from Marina in octo expansion. She says agent 3 "removed the limiter on their weapon" to explain how they can charge up specials so fast. This is not something that is SAFE for him to do. He will pass out eventually due to lack of ink in his body, and he'll experience symptoms similar to extreme dehydration and/or blood loss after the fact (yes he can die if he keeps going).

Unfortunately, half-sanitized 3 cares a LOT less about his own safety and a lot more about splatting you as quickly as possible. Regular 3 is still a self-sacrificing idiot and will remove his limiter in emergency situations, especially if it's to rescue someone else. The rest of the Splatoon is VERY pissed about this and highly discourages it. Marina knows he uses a limiter because he had Callie, Marie, AND Cuttlefish all screaming at him NOT to remove it during his fight with DJ Octavio.

Ian's most notable scars are on his right tentacles and the right half of his face, from the sanitization goop. He has some paralysis on that side of his face, so his expressions are always crooked. He avoided paralysis in his tentacles with physical therapy, but he does have to keep up PT exercises to maintain agility in his swim form (hence how he "sprained a tentacle" after cutting all the fuzzy ooze in Splatoon 3).

Ian also has noticeable scars on his lower legs because you fight the octarian army in shorts. The largest one is from his fight with the Octobot King.

I also think everyone deserves a mundane scar from something dumb they did in everyday life, so Ian has a burn scar on the inner side of his left forearm, from resting it on the toaster oven (which he didn't know was on), and a permanent scar on his stomach from clipping a fence in a casual turf war.

Agent 4/Sunny

Sunny broke her right arm while fighting octo samurai, and can't bend it as quickly as her left arm. This is because I despise using rollers in story mode, which made octo samurai the hardest boss BY FAR on my first playthrough (can be beaten in an actual literal 2 seconds with any other weapon though).

(I recall not hating rollers in Splatoon 1 multiplayer---I actually preferred them because they were easier to aim. But I'm unsure if this is because Turf Wars play very differently from story mode levels and boss fights, or if it's just because everyone I was playing with was as bad at the game as I am. We never played online multiplayer, it was just me, my brothers, and our neighbors who owned it. I haven't played multiplayer in Quite Some Time).

Sunny's also got some shrapnel scarring on her back and left shoulder from exploding a whole ass building during the period between octo expansion and splatoon 3. I highly doubt the agents were just sitting around during that time---DJ Octavio escaped somehow, Kamabo Corporation had to be dealt with, Grizz was causing problems in the background, and I'm sure that they had to do a lot of research and investigation in dangerous places to even discover Alterna's existence.

While I'm still hammering out the plot of this, I know one of the things that happened was Sunny found an OLD human ruin that was crawling with dangerous giant bugs in the wastes between Inkopolis and the Splat Lands. She had to do some WORK to salvage useful prederved media that would help lead the others to Alterna. It ended with blowing the place sky high, because Sunny and subtlety aren't friends.

For her mundane life injury, she has a very muted sense of smell from a childhood sinus infection. This is lucky, because otherwise she could NOT be roommates with Ian (who does not shower until someone MAKES him).

Those are all her permanent ones, but it should be noted that Sunny is usually sporting the most temporary injuries out of anybody, due to being involved in SOMETHING dangerous at all times combined with her close range weapon preference. It's usually nothing serious, but something has gone wrong if she isn't a little bruised and battered.

Agent 8/Eight

Due to having amnesia, Eight can't remember where several of his injuries came from. These ones (and their mysterious origins) are as follows:

-His wrist joints are finnicky. They get easily inflamed and he has to take medication for it. They can be bothered by changes in weather and altitude, and he uses braces if he's gonna be doing something stressful to them. Cause is just genetics. Sometimes people have weak joints.

-Huge road-rash on the back and sides of his calves from failing at platforming during basic training! He feel off a high ledge and skidded on the pavement.

-Top surgery scars! (Some octopus species can just change their gender, but I have firmly decided Eight is a common octopus, which cannot). He doesn't REMEMBER getting those, but it's not hard to figure out where they're from

-Scar on the left side of his midriff from a particularly nasty inkzooka splatting---Ian's inkzooka actually, although neither of them know that.

The injuries he DOES know the origin of are:

-discoloration and a small lump on the back of his head from getting knocked out at the beginning of octo expansion

-fuuuuuuuucked up back from repeatedly getting blown up when failing tests. Sunny was their primary caretaker in fixing it and had to be talked down from several murder attempts, since the real guilty party (TarTar) was already dead. After Sunny got her shrapnel scars, the two make jokes about matching.

Neo Agent 3/Tori

Tori is infamous for having some of the most embarrassing injuries amongst the Splatoon, but has luckily escaped most permanent ones. She has been concussed a total of 4 times throughout her campaign (once by the octobot king, once by shiver and frye sending marine creatures at her ridiculously quickly, and once from hitting her head a biiiiit too hard in the final fight against grizz), and holds the record for "times I've dislocated my limbs."

Tori has got a LOT of bite scars from when her smallfry friend Filet got a bit too enthusiastic roughhousing. Permanent ones are mostly on her forearms and mostly from their earliest days together.

She's got some roughed up skin on her chin from not quite managing to stick the landing on her octo rolls. And finally, she has some scars on her hairline and the underside of her hair from sleeping on literal rocks when salvaging in the Splatlands.

Agent 5/Honey

Honey is 100% OC, does not exist in the game anywhere. They're a very lowkey chilled out inkling who also happens to have a hobby in modding weapons and otherwise jury-rigging tech, so they got a job working for Sheldon. When he accidentally left a hero shot in their work pile of weapons to fix, he kinda had to explain about the NSS and Honey became his backup, and eventual successor in Splatoon 3.

Since Honey isn't a field agent and engages in casual matches less than your average inkling, they don't have near as many campaign based scars. They are however prone to working with stuff that can and does blow up in your face.

Honey's got some long, thin burn scars on their fingers from electricity sparks. They were rewiring a radio without gloves and got zapped. They also have a steam burn on their neck/chest area from holding an autobomb under construction too close to their face, and a slice on their left cheek from falling asleep while holding a pencil.

Honey is also farsighted and has to use reading glasses or their prescription goggles when looking at things up close.

[kaikaikarasu]

I'm not as nice as Nami is. I'm not, so don't expect anything too flowery or sweet or diabetes inducing. But I am here for you if you ever need it. And you will undoubtedly need someone in the next two years, and beyond that.

I know you said you're not going on the usual charade of... Competitive exams, that most of the country likes. And that's already a good sign for you. But science is hard. It will be. Your grades might plummet into the fucking ground, or they might slightly waver. And that's OK. It's not the end of the world.

I don't really want to get too personal, but I was a pretty.. good student lmao. Until grade 11 I had a rep for being that student who got a 95+ on every single test without studying. I'd open my books the day before the exam, and pass with a 99 with no effort whatsoever. Yeah, I was that asshole.

You won't be able to do that in 11th and 12th. Or ever again, really. Prepare yourself for that. If you are like me, and don't study until the final day and expected to get a 99, change that right now. It won't happen.

Now, it's going to be about consistency. Smaller efforts, but good ones, spread across every day. Your routine matters. The amount of sleep you get, the stuff you eat, the way you work through your day, everything will matter now. And not just for now, for ahead, too. So make sure you take care of your body, and your mind.

Work, but don't overwork. Have fun, but don't ignore your responsibilities for it. Nami's message mentions chaotic fun— I wasn't that type of person, not really. My fun was cool writing or drawing. Chatting with the people I love. Video gaming. And it's lovely! I'm not going to tell you how to have fun. But you should, because those moments of laughter will carry you through these years.

You're going to make friends, lose friends, make enemies and forget enemies. It'll happen. But the connections you make now will impact the course of your life for the next two years. When you enter conversations, do so with conviction. Know what you think and feel, and don't sway. Listen to opinions but don't let them take over your brain without cross checking it with your own thoughts first.

I hope you have people you can depend on. If nobody else, you have me and Nami. We're here for you.

Adults will tell you a lot, over the course of these two years. Listen to everything, but listen to it with a critical ear. You're capable of knowing what is and isn't important to you, personally. Stick to your guns, but be open to new suggestions. People will make personal quips at you, and they will hurt. Let them. But don't let them stick onto your being and pollute your awareness of yourself.

Mmm.. I don't really have anything else to say, not in particular. I know South India is a lot different to where I'm at rn, so my experiences will not be the same as yours. But I get it. I do, and so you can shoot me an ask or a DM anytime. I will be more than happy to help. Whether it's homework or just a vent, go for it, okay?

And above all, don't look back at what used to be, and what might have been.

When you take decisions, take them with consideration of all the information you have on hand right now. And once you've taken it, don't look back. Maybe later, with extra information, you will regret what you chose. It can happen. But you should be able to look back, and tell yourself, "No. I made that decision after considering everything I knew then. And so I do not regret the choice I made then."

You'll hear this a lot, but a set routine really really helps. I disagree with Nami, I don't think you will need late nights or overworking if you set yourself a routine. My routine changed depending on my schedule for the next day, but always make sure you get a minimum of 6 hours of sleep and some exercise, okay? It'll take you a long way.

And above all.

Anything, really.

Nothing else matters.

But be kind to yourself.

:)

I'm smiling so much with tears in my eyes. Again.

Thank you so much, Lune. Really. I appreciate this so much.

[fish-wifey]

I just need to get this off my chest, because otherwise I'll think about it all day. Once its written, its off my mind and I can be c: again

tw // weight loss

I'd just come back from my 8k / Sunday long run, sat down on the couch and drank some water when this happened.

My mom was giving some nasty looks to my stomach area. For context, the top I was wearing is a lil on the tighter side. When I'm standing/running, it doesnt seem too bad. But yeah, its not the most flattering top to be sitting in for me, at the moment.

I had not eaten yet, just drank a bit of water before and then after the run. My period is on the horizon, so I might be bloating already.

ANYWAY. I just saw in her face that it was something nasty going on in her mind, So I called her out to just say whatever.

She literally went 'You're doing all this exercising and running, and yet nothing changes in your stomach area. Matter of fact, it seems to be getting worse.'

🙃🙃🙃🙃 I told her stuff like that is a slow process. The other week I also had told her how my body handles weight loss.

My arms, boobs and face are the first to show signs. Most of my fat % is in my stomach and legs. The legs are getting there, and it just feels like they're more toned, even if it might just be 5% for the eyes to notice.

But my stomach is always the last to slim down. We all know we cannot spot train. OH IF ONLY LOL

and I know that abs are made in the kitchen. But I refuse to starve myself to lose weight. I need nutrition for all the workouts I'm doing. For all the running. I ran 5x this week lol.

I don't overeat. whenever I do feel famished after eating, I do understand that I didnt feed myself enough, and am allowed to eat a lil more to make sure I'm good. In the evening I eat very lightly, but I guess the nuts I consume may be a lil too much sometimes.

The fact that this diabetes overweight woman thinks she can make any comments irks me so much!!! She eats SO much, so much unhealthy stuff, wants take out all the time, eats sweets and fat/carb heavy baked goods. she cant even go to the kitchen herself to get anything, I gotta do it all the time.

the absolute nerve to say anything about my body is crazzzyyyyyyy

[diabetesreversalprograminindia]

Simple Ways to Control Food Cravings

Understanding Why Cravings Happen

Food cravings are common, but when ignored or misunderstood, they can lead to overeating and weight gain. Many cravings aren’t true hunger but are triggered by hormones, stress, lack of sleep, or restrictive dieting. Sugary foods give a quick dopamine boost but soon leave you craving more.

Don’t Fall for Fad Diets

To reduce cravings, avoid fad diets and make sure you're eating enough healthy calories. Over-restriction can increase the desire for exactly what you're avoiding.

Fuel Up with Protein and Fiber

Include protein and fiber-rich foods like legumes, sprouts, and fruits—they keep you full for longer and reduce unhealthy urges by stabilizing your appetite and digestion.

Drink Water Before You Eat

Staying hydrated is essential; often we confuse thirst for hunger. Before reaching for snacks, try drinking water. It might be all your body needs.

Manage Stress Mindfully

Stress is another big trigger. Manage it through activities like meditation, deep breathing, or yoga. At Freedom From Diabetes, inner transformation is a key part of lifestyle change to manage such triggers long-term.

Stay Active to Control Urges

Exercising daily, even light walking or stair climbing, helps reduce cravings, boosts mood, and improves self-control.

Prioritize Quality Sleep

Getting 7–8 hours of quality sleep every night keeps hunger hormones in balance and lowers unhealthy food desires.

Set Regular Meal Times

Structured meal times help prevent sudden hunger. When your body knows when to expect food, random cravings reduce.

Planned Treats Prevent Overeating

Small, planned cheat meals can give you something to look forward to and help you stick with healthy eating habits without feeling deprived.

Use the Apple Trick

If you’re unsure whether it’s true hunger, use the “apple test.” If an apple doesn’t sound appealing, it’s likely a craving, not real hunger.

Stabilize Blood Sugar

Cravings reduce with stable blood sugar levels—so eat balanced, fiber-rich meals and avoid sugary or processed foods that spike insulin.

Break the Craving Cycle Naturally

With these mindful, consistent habits, you can gradually train your body and brain to crave healthier choices, helping you feel in control and energized each day.

To read more about this, visit our blog-

https://www.freedomfromdiabetes.org/blog/post/12-proven-ways-to-subdue-food-cravings/2739

[fhancyy]

Tips To Help You Treat A Yeast Infection

The majority of woman will suffer from at least one yeast infection at some point in their lives. It's good to know what your options are if you ever get one. This article can help you treat your yeast infection in men. Tips To Help You Treat A Yeast Infection The majority of woman will suffer from at least one yeast infection at some point in their lives. It's good to know what your options are if you ever get one. This article can help you treat your yeast infection. Wearing clothing made this website with natural materials is a good way to prevent a yeast infection. Cotton is perfect since it absorbs moisture. Synthetic materials such as nylon will keep the moisture on your body, making an infection more likely.

There are certain ailments which compromise the body's immune system. Diabetes is one and makes women more prone to yeast infections. If you have diabetes, do all you can to keep blood sugar levels normalized. Dry your vagina thoroughly. Yeast likes a moist environment and will thrive where it can find moisture. A dry vagina is a happy vagina! If you're comfortable with it, you can try a blow dryer that is on its low heat setting to dry yourself completely down there. Find out how any medications you are using may interact with your birth control. Your birth control device will not be as effective due to the cream. Abstaining from sexual activity when suffering from a yeast infection is a good idea. If you choose not to do that, talk to a doctor about which birth control is most effective at that time. You can help to ward off yeast infections if you use acidophilus tablets regularly. They contain enzymes that can help balance flora inside your body. Healthy balance is essential when trying to maintain a body free of yeast infections.

If you suffer from recurring yeast infections, investigate the underlying causes. It is not always easy to see the cause, but look hard at some of your habits and activities to try to figure it out. A lot of people have yeast infections because of the clothes they wear, sexual activity, antibiotics, or their diet. Always change your damp clothes immediately after swimming or exercising. If you sweated heavily, shower immediately after your workout. Yeast infections often occur because of excess moisture, since yeast is most likely to arise in a wet and warm area. When you ensure you are always dry and cool, there is less chance of yeast occurring. The ingredient lactobacillus acidophilus is definitely your friend. This live culture is found in many yogurts and can retard the growth of the infection. When you get yogurt that contains this culture, you have to look for varieties that contain no sugar. Sugar can mess with a culture's job because it helps out the infection.

Many people go out without underwear and that is a personal preference, but keep in mind that doing this makes you more prone to a yeast infection. If you can wear cotton underwear, this can help to absorb moisture the best. If you really want to go bare, consider using a feminine powder or deoderant spray; keep in mind that these products may cause a yeast infection, so be very careful. If you have a vaginal strain of yeast infection, consider soaking a tampon in a combination of mostly plain unsweetened yogurt squirted with a few drops of a tea tree oil. The tampon should be left to soak for around fifteen minutes and then put into place. This tampon can be used for at least 3 hours. It can relief that itching and burning sensation.

If you just switched to a new contraceptive, it might be the cause of your recent yeast infection. Some medications, including birth control pills, contain estrogen at high levels. This can disrupt the natural balance in your vagina. If you are suffering from yeast infections, consult your doctor and ask if your birth control method could be contributing to the frequency of them. Keep scented products away from your genitals. These might make the pH in your vagina to be off balance, and that may cause an infection. These products also stop you from smelling any odors that may signal the fact you have an infection. An oatmeal bath can soothe burning and itching from a yeast infection. Colloidal oatmeal consists of oatmeal which has been crushed and boiled in order to cultivate its healing characteristics. Fill your bath up, then add a cup worth of oatmeal to it. An oatmeal bath can help with irritation and redness on your skin.

If you suffer from yeast infections frequently, then you need to be picky about what underwear you wear. Spandex and other synthetic materials ensure that dampness stays in all the wrong places. It's better to use natural fabrics, such as silk or cotton, to get the wetness away. Bubble baths and scented soaps should be avoided if you want to prevent yeast infections. The perfumes used on these products can promote yeast infections. You are also going to want to stay way from scented sanitary pads or tampons because they can do the same thing. If you are continually getting yeast infections in men, you may want to cut down on your sugar and caffeine intakes.