#Grindelia

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Parfait Redux Part 17/?

Sadly, I didn't have much for Artemisia's in the following gen. Despite a good relationship with her brother in their youth, they would have drifted apart as adults due to clashing personalities.

She eventually married @melien's Cardon Caramel and had three daughters, Grindelia, Echinacea, and Helenium.

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My Garden Flowers Part 4

All photos mine. The Pennsylvania pellitory is edited for because the plant app I took the photo in washed it out. The scarlet bee balm is edited for colour because that old phone's camera sucked.

In order of appearance:

091. Pennsylvania Pellitory (Parietaria pensylvanica) A common garden weed, but as it's native it can stay in some places.

092. Perennial Flax (Linum perenne) In spite of the name she sadly didn't come back or reseed. Shame because she looked really nice in that area. Oh well. I'll have to try in another spot.

093. Showy Tick-Trefoil (Desmodium canadense) She tricked me! I thought she hadn't made it as she hadn't come up by late June so I got another one and put her in a different area...only for this one to come up. And if you're thinking, oh, she's just a late bloomer, I should have waited, well, she came up in May this year. Because of course she did.

094. Virginia Mountain Mint (Pycnanthemum virginiana) She smells like something you'd want to season steak or something with and would probably do very well at that but I've never cooked a steak before. Maybe I'll try her in pesto some day.

095. Devil's Tongue (Opuntia humifusa) She flowered for the first time last year and is flowering again this year!

096. Fragile Prickly Pear (Opuntia fragilis) Not pictured as she hasn't flowered yet. She's still quite little. I might break off a piece of her to try growing in that really tough spot. If she can survive summer to winter in a pot, surely that area shouldn't be too harsh for her.

097. Thrift Seapink (Armeria maritima) She's tough enough to survive winter in a pot and did so for three years, but last winter was apparently too much for her. Again, I think it was just too dry. She was pretty much only happy there in the spring and fall, though, so maybe it's just as well. The new one I planted elsewhere seems happy in all seasons.

098-099. Lance-Leaved Tickseed (Coreopsis lanceolata) Usually only the cultivars have those red markings! I'm assuming there's been some cross-pollination with other gardens because I did not plant that. My tickseeds are all straight amber. Unless she independently produced the colour on her own as a sport. Interestingly enough, none of them are showing that colouration this year.

100. White Sagewort (Artemisia ludoviciana) I wasn't actually supposed to have this one. I'd ordered the less aggressive A. frigida, but oh well. Maybe she'll attract American lady butterflies some year. Not pictured as she hasn't flowered yet. She smells like something you'd use to season stuffing.

101. Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium angustifolium) After several attempts in different areas, trying my hardest to follow what the information online said she would need, but somehow failing, this one at last seems to be doing fine.

102. Dotted St. John's Wort (Hypericum punctata) I didn't plant that. Either a gift of the wildlife or a dormant seed came to life when I removed the grass.

103. Roundhead Bushclover (Lespedeza capitata) Another one I've had several attempts with, but she seems to like it there.

104. Curlycup Gumweed (Grindelia squarrosa) Flowered nicely that year and I thought she didn't reseed because she didn't come up last year but there is a plant this year! It's good to remember that seeds can lie dormant for some time. :)

105. Upright Prairie Coneflower "Mexican Hat" (Ratibida columnifera) This is a cultivar and has since passed away during the winter.

106. Rocky Mountains Bee Plant (Cleomella serrulata) She reseeded for several years but apparently not this one. Hopefully they're just skipping a year and will come up next spring. If not I'll have to attempt a different area. Anyway, pretty much the whole plant is edible with preparation, and lots of insects love the flowers.

107. Spotted Horsemint (Monarda punctata) Beloved of many insects. Sometimes I just like to sit next to her and watch the activity.

108. Wild Black Sweet Tomato (Solanum ptychanthum) She began as a weed on this property, but not anymore. She is a welcome part of my native garden with her wonderful fruits in the summer.

109. Common Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) The wild type this time, but no evidence of reseeding this year. :(

110. Alpine Rock Cress (Arabis alpina) She flowers in April before most trees have even blossomed.

111. Field Chickweed (Cerastium arvense) By the time I got to plant her in the fall some years ago, I was sure she'd die over the winter. She didn't but struggled through the warm months. But she managed to bounce back the following spring and makes a nice little carpet now.

112. Yellow Wild Indigo (Baptisia tinctoria) Not pictured as she hasn't flowered yet.

113. Butterflyweed (Asclepias tuberosa) Finally decided to flower this year! She is the only orange species of milkweed native this far north.

114. Upright Prairie Coneflower (Ratibida columnifera) The wild type. Didn't like that spot in the winter either, so I'm trying a different area this year.

115. Fringed Blue Aster (Symphyotrichum ciliolatum) Not the most colourful or compact, but makes a nice spray of pale blue violet over her dark green foliage.

116. Bluestem Goldenrod (Solidago caesia) Not pictured as she hasn't flowered yet, but she's likely to this year.

117. Black Walnut (Juglans nigra) She's been on the property long before I got here. Not pictured as I haven't gotten any pictures yet since she is very tall.

118. Field Pussytoes (Antennaria neglecta) Compact and low-growing foliage create a mat, with these delicate stems poking out with what looks like kitten toes that pass for the plant's flower.

119. Aster (Symphyotrichum) I don't know what she is yet, but she decided to take up residence with my pussytoes and I guess that's okay. Haven't gotten pictures of the flowers yet.

120. Dotted Blazing Star (Liatris punctata) Not pictured as she hasn't flowered yet.

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Had a nice walk today :) the Calochortus superbus was a surprise to me! I've never seen it grow in this area before, the heavy rains this year must've brought out a dormant population.

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Grindelia integrifolia (Puget Sound gumweed)

I regularly post photos of plants from all over the world, both in garden settings and out there in my local environment. But if you want to see a Puget Sound gumweed you have to come to my 'neck of the woods' because this wildflower only grows in Oregon, Washington State and British Columbia, Canada. This one is growing by White Rock beach, a short distance from the Peace Arch crossing.

As Jimmy Durante used to say, "Everybody wants to get into the act." The green iridescent bee, the honey bee and the bumblebee are all following the rules. The gumweed pays them in nectar and pollen if they agree to fly off to another gumweed flower and complete the fertilization process. This is a one hundred million year-old, biological contract and it seems to work very well.

The big green caterpillar in the last photo would appear to be taking pollen dishonestly and giving the gumweed nothing in return. However this caterpillar will soon pupate and emerge next spring as a beautiful butterfly. That's when this Puget Sound gumweed will get a return on its investment, as that butterfly flies from flower to flower, looking for something to eat.

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it's ridiculous how hard mason bees are to identify, particularly in the western US where they're super diverse with at least 100 species most of which look extremely similar. i have this little sapphire narrowed down to most likely either Osmia cyanella or O. cobaltina, depending on how i interpret a tiny carina on the underside of the head that's mostly hidden by legs and mouthparts, though i also haven't confidently ruled out O. grindeliae, bella, or basilissa, the last two of which might be real species or just synonyms of cobaltina, depending on if i use the janky and unfinished discoverlife Osmia key or the 85 year old monograph by Sandhouse.

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Variegated Grindelia!

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I’ve got big plans for the front yard. While I’m going to leave some lawn* in the backyard, the front will eventually be completely planted. First, I’m planting a mixed hedge along the foundation. I’m still deciding the exact mix of shrubs for the hedge but I’m currently thinking elderberry (Sambucus canadensis), rough dogwood (Cornus drummondii), American hazelnut (Corylus americana), prairie rose (Rosa arkansana), and maybe chokecherry (Prunus virginiana) or American plum (Prunus americana). Both chokecherry and American plum make me nervous because they tend to get really wide through suckers which might be too much for the area. I’m planting the shrubs half the maximum mature width away from a 3 ft wide pathway around the foundation to hopefully prevent any branches or roots touching the siding or foundation and to allow us to service the utilities in the area.

*By lawn, I mean stuff that looks mostly like grass and stays under 6” tall or can be mowed. I’m going to overseed the existing patchy turf with clover (Trifolium repens) and maybe some tiny native flowers if I can get my hands on some seeds. I’m specifically thinking about fetid marigold (Dyssodia paposa) and curlycup gumweed (Grindelia squarrosa).

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Native plant miniprints posts part four! These prints will be available on my etsy on the equinox, m.20 2023.

Since part of why I wanted to work on this project is that I wanted to learn more about familiar, local plantlife (I'm on treaty 7), I figured I should share some of that information while posting them. Of you have any other information about these plants please share!

Meadow Blazing Star/ Gayfeather, Liatris ligulistylis - lasts a long time as once cut, so great for flower gardens - dry soil and hot sun are a must - a later blooming flower and great for pollinators

Gumweed, Grindelia squarrosa - Gets the name because it’s fuuuull of sticky resin, especially young buds - I have little else without getting into medicine... they sticky boys.

Common Yarrow, Achillea millefolium - grows easily, almost invasively, but deters animals but also is kinda toxic - its been cultivated into a ton of colours but im a purist and think the white is the best - accumulates nutrients in it’s roots which can improve garden soils if left in

find the rest of the posts here, including any future additions:

1/2/3/4/5/(tbc)

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Saturday

Time to revisit Point Reyes Lighthouse!

Last time I did this ride was 1) by myself 2) on the black bike idefk what ratio 3) with a front brake 4) during a prolific time of riding wherein I rode daily for work because I was shuttling passports to and from consulates downtown for Travel Visa Pro (dat $13/h life. got me fit tho) 5) with no knowledge of what I would encounter (ignorance is bliss) 6) it was foggy and cold the whole time and I fell at least once on a cow gate. More details can be found here, on this very blog.

Today's Strava log

Today, I set off with Nate at 6:40ish in the morning. Same bicycles as last week's adventure. I rode black bike (46x17) and Nate rode mog. This time we did not have to carry bikepacking supplies as we intended it to be a day trip.

Leaving the house / Sunny Sausalito

It was a pretty smooth ride getting over to Marin. It was damp and foggy until we got to Sausalito. Instead of taking the dreadful boardwalk, Nate led us on a parallel way that was less annoying. Thus we got to Camino Alto pretty smoothly. After Camino Alto, we were in Larkspur, where we stopped to get breakfast at Equator. Three pastries and a small coffee.

Continued on Magnolia Ave, then followed the bike route through those towns that I never remember which one is which. As we were going into Ross, Nate had a sealant splattering onto his back and seat tube, which I initially thought was some sort of glitter or Plumbago flowers that he rode through (but it was not). The sealant was able to somewhat seal the puncture and retain tire pressure, and we made it through Ross, San Anselmo, Fairfax, and whatever other towns, up White Hill, through Samuel P. Taylor, up Olema Hill, to Olema, where Nate put a Dynaplug, more sealant, and borrowed a floor pump from the Marin Century (it was happening today! No relation/overlap with us).

Marin Century sign outside of Due West Cafe aka ripoff Cafe

We refilled water in Olema, then set off to lighthouse. The route there started out pretty chill. Sunny, mixed coast live oak forest, pretty flat. Went through Inverness Park and Inverness, then a horrible climb out of Inverness, and then back to chill vibes (flat, plus the weather was literally getting chill because coastal fog).

Halfway up the steep climb out of Inverness / At the top of the climb an encouraging sign making me feel a little closer to my destination

Note the change in weather

We passed the allee of Monterey cypress. Then it became "rolling" hills. Saw a lot of Grindelia and yellow Eschscholzia. Baccharis and Lupinus. Acmispon. One small area of Mimulus (possibly M. guttatus?). Cows. Mostly I was focused on the hills and the fog and going over the cow gates, and the myriad cars that passed us/hesitated to pass (very annoying, but I understand single-lane curving road logic).

Nate sympathy-zigzagging up the hill / Me walking up the hill

The last few miles or so, we encountered a climb that was so steep I had to walk my bike, and Nate and I traded bikes. On the mog, it was doable but I definitely blacked out what happened. I vaguely remember there was a bit of drifting sand (not a problem on these 35+mm tires also there was a narrow unsanded pavement strip to go through), and there was a lot of wind, which literally shook me and I was so scared and was clenching the brakes on the mog with fear. I rode the mog the rest of the way.

Nate on my bike / Finally made it; Nate back on the mog.

Eventually we made it to the lighthouse and then walked to the lighthouse and walked down and back up the allegedly challenging 313 steps. The steps were nothing compared to biking all the damn hills. I can't believe I ever did this ride in 2016. And I did the damn steps.

The fog is unreal. Remind me not to come here in February.

After taking a moment to refill water, eat a shitty croissant we bought in Olema, and eat a Maurtens (yes I know Maurtens has a reputation for being pretentious and/or extra, but they have now saved me twice so I support the hype), we headed back the way we came. Instead of Bear Valley Road, we took Shoreline Hwy to Point Reyes Station to get some food.

Cows observing me suffering

We got to Point Reyes Station after 2pm so no more farmer's market / Free calls to get God's Blessing, and other services.

We sat on a bench and ate a sandwich, havea chips, ritter raisin and hazelnut, beverage, and water. Then continued on. My stupid bibs and saddle were combo attacking my "soft tissue" so we stopped again in Lagunitas at the store, where we got a strawberry lemonade. Then stopped in Fairfax for more water at Splitrock. Then stopped again in Larkspur for more water at Equator. Then finally suffered some more and made it home while I complained and prayed for a swift death the entire time. I guess that's one good thing about me riding solo-- got no one to complain to so I just shut up and bear it. My hands were literally pruny from sweating. Gripping the bars on descents was the other major workout aside from climbing.

Almost home (on the Marin side of the bridge) / Home so tired

Notes on climbs:

I still have trouble getting up Arguello into the Presidio, but I can do it, if I zig-zag my bike and go super slowly.

Camino Alto is longer than I think, but it's not a grind. I just have unnecessary dread. The descent was fine because there was no traffic today.

White Hill aka Sir Francis Drake where the equestrian center is: still hard. It's a grind. A bunch of roadies passed me and I don't care. The descent is still terrifying as well. Veryyyyy long.

Getting out of Samuel P. Taylor and going to Olema: still hard. I feel that it might be shorter, and I like that it's not as winding, but it's a grind. Descending it is also awful.

That last hill that I remember from last time coming out of Inverness is as bad as I remembered. It is the worst of the hills encountered along this ride. Last time I mentioned that I had to walk it. Today I managed to ride the whole way up, and that is a triumph. I did stop at the brief moment where it was flat (before the arrow sign). Everything after the sign was steep AF. I saw cars driving up and I saw them getting more inclined. I had to seriously zig-zag across both lanes while the lanes were empty. Made it, though. Descent was also so long and painful.

Oh ALSO, that "last" hill isn't even the last hill! How on earth did I deceive myself into thinking that there were only 3 major hills on this ride??? I guess I blacked out from the difficulty last time. There was one hill on the way to lighthouse that was kind of a switchback? At the bottom of the hill there was a ranch gate. I don't even remember.

Then there was another hill at the fork of Chimney Rock and Lighthouse (obviously we went towards Lighthouse). I literally had to walk up this. I don't even care. There was no way I was gonna get up there. I went until I lost momentum and had to put my foot down. And then I could not do any more. I tried to get back on the bike and failed. Okay actually THIS hill is the worst one of today. This is where we traded bikes.

On the way back: first two cowgates there was a hill that was so fucking steep I could not believe it. I did it though. I think this or the next one may have been the one where I stopped and ate my hardboiled eggs last time.

Then there was another hill that I remember descending and my legs moving faster than they have ever moved in life LMAO, and I think that was the one where two guys we saw at the lighthouse passed us and said "good job" to me. Bro thank you. I fully accept and need this support.

Literally can't remember any more hills because I blacked them all out. Oh wait the one coming back out of Olema. That's where in 2016 someone asked me if I was ok because I stopped out of fatigue/pain. That one has always sucked. I hate it. Okay, it's actually not THAT bad. Compared to some of the other ones I experienced today.

Then coming out of San Geronimo on the back side of White Hill? Cakewalk. Easy peasy.

Camino Alto was fine going southbound. I counted in Swedish to distract myself. This was a technique I used to use during warmups at the track to distract from suffering.

Alexander Ave/coming out of Sausalito: gunned it the fuck out of that corner where the guy one time told me "your ass is going to get too big if you keep riding fixed gear" and I said "there is no such thing as an ass that is too big", a story which i shouted at the top of my lungs today when I was going up that short distance.

Then I suffered thru all the way to the bridge by talking to myself out loud. I did a lot of that today actually. Gotta stay motivated.

Okay I have no more notes for now and I may upload photos later but I didn't get too many due to being too busy complaining/suffering. I am now going to eat a burrito and nachos from Underdogs because Nate picked up some just now thank you sweet angel.

Edit: I could not sleep cuz I got mildly sunburnt lol. Photos uploaded.

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Especialistas del CONICET identifican extractos y compuestos de plantas argentinas que inhibieron la multiplicación del virus del dengue

El Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET) informó que especialistas que trabajan en el organismo detectaron extractos y compuestos de origen vegetal que en cultivos de células frenaron la multiplicación del patógeno de manera efectiva y selectiva. El estudio, publicado en «Molecules», abre caminos para el posible desarrollo de fármacos antivirales contra ese patógeno. La noticia resulta relevante en medio de un brote histórico de dengue, con 269.678 casos y 197 muertes confirmadas, según el último Boletín Epidemiológico emitido por el Ministerio de Salud. También, porque la Organización Panamericana de la Salud (OPS) informó que Argentina lidera el ranking de casos de dengue en América. El descubrimiento se da en un momento crítico, con guardias colapsadas por la cantidad de casos, la inacción del gobierno de Javier Milei, que refuta la efectividad de las vacunas y avanza con despidos masivos en el organismo y con su desfinanciamiento, además del congelamiento presupuestario para la investigación y las universidades públicas en general.  Así lo informó el CONICET en su sitio web oficial, en un artículo publicado este miércoles 17 de abril: «para las personas que contraen dengue, no existe por el momento un medicamento específico. Se les prescribe remedios para reducir los dolores musculares y la fiebre, tomar mucha agua y otras medidas. Ahora, especialistas del CONICET detectaron extractos y compuestos naturales de un grupo de plantas de la familia Asteraceae que lograron inhibir de manera efectiva y selectiva la multiplicación del virus del dengue en experimentos in vitro. El estudio, publicado en Molecules, abre caminos para el posible desarrollo de fármacos antivirales contra ese patógeno». Valeria Sülsen, líder del avance e investigadora del CONICET en el Instituto de Química y Metabolismo del Fármaco (IQUIMEFA, CONICET-UBA), agregó, en la misma línea: «estos resultados demuestran que las especies de la familia Asteraceae y sus constituyentes químicos representan fuentes valiosas de nuevas moléculas antivirales. Evaluamos extractos y compuestos obtenidos de plantas de distintos puntos del país. El siguiente paso será purificar los extractos para obtener las moléculas activas que puedan ser útiles para diseñar antivirales contra el virus del dengue. Además, se profundizará en el estudio de los compuestos activos ya identificados», afirmó. Otros autores del trabajo: Dr. Augusto Bivona (izq.), Dr. Cesar Catalán, Dr. Hernán Bach, Dra. María Clavin y Dra. Mariana Selener. Para realizar el estudio, el equipo de investigación del CONICET recolectó muestras de seis especies de plantas argentinas (Grindelia pulchella, Helenium radiatum, Campuloclinium macrocephalum y otras) de la familia Asteraceae en las provincias de Catamarca, Entre Ríos y Buenos Aires. En el laboratorio obtuvieron 12 extractos y evaluaron otros 14 compuestos naturales ya aislados por el grupo a partir de plantas de la misma familia. Llevaron a cabo ensayos in vitro (en cultivo de células) y midieron la capacidad para inhibir una de las variedades o serotipos del virus del dengue de mayor prevalencia en Argentina: DENV-2. «En general, el uso del DENV-2 en ensayos in vitro es el habitual para la búsqueda de nuevos candidatos antivirales para el tratamiento del dengue. Este es un virus altamente infeccioso y puede causar una enfermedad grave, incluso la muerte. Ha sido responsable de grandes brotes de dengue en todo el mundo y ahora somos testigos de uno en el país. Además, dado que multiplica bien en cultivo de células, facilita su estudio en el laboratorio», señala en el artículo del CONICET Claudia Sepúlveda, investigadora del organismo en el Instituto de Química Biológica de la Facultad de Ciencias Exactas y Naturales (IQUIBICEN, UBA-CONICET) y también autora del estudio. El estudio demuestra que especies de plantas de la familia Asteraceae representan fuentes valiosas de nuevas moléculas antivirales. Por su parte, Mariel Wagner, becaria doctoral de la UBA en el departamento de Química Biológica de la Facultad de Ciencias Exactas y Naturales (FCEyN) de la UBA y también autora del trabajo detalló que los estudios in vitro demostraron que cuatro extractos y tres compuestos naturales fueron capaces de inhibir de manera efectiva y selectiva la replicación del serotipo 2 de DENV: «ejercieron una acción inhibidora efectiva y selectiva durante la multiplicación intracelular de DENV-2». Mientras que Cecilia Laurella, becaria posdoctoral del CONICET en el IQUIMEFA y también autora del estudio, destacó: «si logramos identificar las moléculas activas presentes en los extractos que ejercen ese efecto antiviral, así como continuar con los estudios de los compuestos ya detectados, se abriría la posibilidad de diseñar fármacos con una promisoria acción antiviral«. Placas de Petri en las que se aplicaron extractos y compuestos naturales de un grupo de plantas de la familia Asteraceae sobre células infectadas con el virus del dengue. El próximo paso de esta línea de investigación es, en el caso de los extractos activos, someterlos a un proceso de purificación que conduzca al aislamiento e identificación de moléculas activas que puedan inspirar el desarrollo de fármacos antivirales sintéticos contra el virus del dengue. «Los compuestos de origen natural precisan a menudo ser optimizados a través de la obtención de derivados, de manera de lograr mejorar su eficacia y/o selectividad o para lograr óptimas propiedades farmacocinéticas», explicó Sülsen. En esa línea, en función de los resultados que se obtengan en los próximos estudios, el equipo de investigación podrá continuar con la evaluación de las moléculas activas en un modelo animal (ensayos in vivo) y la determinación de parámetros farmacocinéticos. «Además, se deben realizar ensayos de estabilidad y de formulación, así como ensayos de toxicidad«, puntualiza Sülsen. Y continúa: «nos interesa probar su capacidad antiviral contra DENV-2 y las otras tres variedades del virus del dengue: DENV-1, DENV-3 y DENV-4. Para encarar ensayos clínicos en humanos, antes se necesita concluir con la investigación preclínica», precisó. Estructura química de los compuestos de plantas de la familia Asteraceae que en estudios in vitro frenaron de manera efectiva y selectiva la multiplicación del virus del dengue. Como antecedente, más del 50% de los medicamentos disponibles actualmente en el mercado se obtuvieron de fuentes naturales o su diseño se inspiró en la naturaleza, especialmente en el caso de los agentes antitumorales y antiinfecciosos. En las últimas décadas, la familia de plantas Asteraceae ha sido estudiada debido a la gran cantidad y variedad de principios activos de potencial relevancia para la salud humana y la búsqueda de nuevos medicamentos. «A la luz de los resultados de nuestro estudio, pensamos que esta familia de plantas puede ser una fuente útil para la búsqueda y desarrollo de antivirales contra el dengue», concluye Sülsen. El dengue es una infección vírica que se transmite de mosquitos a personas y la mayoría de las personas que lo contraen no tienen síntomas. Cuando estos aparecen, suelen ser fiebre alta, dolor de cabeza, dolor de cuerpo, náuseas y erupciones en la piel. En la mayor parte de los casos, la persona se cura en una o dos semanas, pero a veces la enfermedad se agrava y requiere hospitalización. En los casos más graves, el dengue puede ser mortal. En medio de un brote histórico de dengue, Milei avanza con despidos masivos y el desfinanciamiento del CONICET La investigación de las y los especialistas del CONICET adquiere una gran relevancia en el marco del histórico brote de dengue que sufre Argentina que, según la Organización Panamericana de la Salud (OPS), lidera el ranking de casos de dengue en América, con un récord de 269.678 casos (90% autóctonos, 7% en investigación y 3% importados) y 197 muertes por dengue, según el último Boletín Epidemiológico emitido por el Ministerio de Salud de la Nación. En tanto, en los primeros tres primeros meses de este año se notificaron 4.679.918 casos, mientras que en todo el 2023 se habían registrado 4.572.765 casos de personas con dengue en América. Es decir, se superó ampliamente la cantidad de casos en menos cantidad de tiempo. A pesar de este contexto, con las guardias colapsadas por la cantidad de casos, el gobierno de Javier Milei elige mantenerse en la inacción, refutando la efectividad de las vacunas y avanzando con despidos masivos en el organismo y con su desfinanciamiento, además del congelamiento presupuestario para la investigación y las universidades públicas en general. Foto: archivo Tiempo. En esa línea, las políticas del gobierno nacional para el CONICET son el congelamiento del presupuesto, la reducción arbitraria del personal y la falta de certeza con respecto a la formalización del ingreso de nuevos becarios investigadores, todas medida de ajuste que ponen en serio riesgo el cumplimiento de las metas del CONICET, entidad que goza de un prestigio internacional indiscutido. Tanto es así que científicos, becarios, administrativos y demás miembros de la comunidad académica entregaron a las autoridades del Conicet más de 1000 cartas de adhesiones de investigadores extranjeros en apoyo a la ciencia argentina. Producto de esta política de vaciamiento y desfinanciamiento, en el área científica advierten la posibilidad de una nueva fuga de cerebros en marcha, problemas de funcionamiento para los Institutos y Centros del Conicet por no poder afrontar pagos, la reducción en el número de becas e investigadores que ganaron sus concursos pero no ingresaron a la Carrera, y el despido de 140 trabajadores. :::ANRed::: Read the full article

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"Discover the Power of SBL Drops No. 6 - Your Trusted Homeopathic Medicine for Natural Healing and Wellness"

Introduction

Homeopathy, a holistic system of medicine founded by Dr. Samuel Hahnemann in the late 18th century, has gained popularity worldwide for its gentle and natural approach to healing. One of the key principles of homeopathy is "like cures like," meaning that a substance that can cause symptoms in a healthy person can also cure similar symptoms in a sick person when prepared in a highly diluted form. SBL Drops No. 6, a homeopathic medicine, is one such remedy that has found a place in the arsenal of homeopathic practitioners. In this blog, we will explore what SBL Drops No. 6 is, its potential benefits, and how it is used in homeopathy.

Understanding SBL Drops No. 6

SBL Drops No. 6 is a homeopathic medicine produced by SBL Homeopathy, a renowned company with a legacy in homeopathic pharmaceuticals. This particular remedy is a combination of various homeopathic ingredients, each chosen for its specific therapeutic properties. It is primarily indicated for respiratory conditions, making it a popular choice for individuals suffering from issues like asthma, bronchitis, and coughs.

The Ingredients

SBL Drops No. 6 is a composite medicine, which means it contains multiple homeopathic ingredients. Some of the key components typically found in this remedy include:

Blatta orientalis: This remedy is known for its action on the respiratory system and is often used for conditions like asthma.

Ipecacuanha: Ipecacuanha is used for conditions involving persistent nausea, vomiting, and dyspnea, making it suitable for various respiratory ailments.

Grindelia robusta: It is known for its potential benefits in bronchitis and asthma, helping to alleviate cough and difficulty in breathing.

Spongia tosta: Spongia tosta is another homeopathic remedy commonly used for respiratory issues, especially when there is a dry, barking cough.

Justicia adhatoda: This ingredient is often used for its positive effects on the respiratory system, particularly in cases of bronchitis and coughs.

Potential Benefits of SBL Drops No. 6

Relief from Respiratory Conditions: The primary purpose of SBL Drops No. 6 is to provide relief from various respiratory conditions. It can help alleviate symptoms such as cough, wheezing, and breathlessness.

Non-Suppressive: Homeopathy is known for its non-suppressive approach to healing. Rather than merely suppressing symptoms, it aims to stimulate the body's own healing mechanisms.

Minimal Side Effects: SBL Drops No. 6 is highly diluted, which means it is considered safe with minimal to no side effects when taken as directed.

Individualized Treatment: Homeopathy focuses on treating the individual as a whole, taking into account their unique symptoms and constitution. This personalized approach can lead to more effective and lasting results.

Usage and Dosage

The appropriate usage and dosage of SBL Drops No. 6 may vary from person to person depending on their specific symptoms and the guidance of a qualified homeopathic practitioner. Homeopathic remedies are typically administered in highly diluted forms, and the dosage is determined by factors such as the severity of symptoms, the individual's overall health, and their responsiveness to the remedy.

Conclusion

SBL Drops No. 6 is a notable homeopathic medicine widely used for respiratory conditions. While it offers potential benefits, it is essential to approach homeopathy with a holistic perspective, considering the individual's overall health and symptoms. If you are considering using SBL Drops No. 6 or any other homeopathic remedy, it is advisable to consult a qualified homeopathic practitioner who can provide personalized guidance for your specific health concerns. Homeopathy, with its gentle and individualized approach to healing, continues to be a valuable option for those seeking natural remedies for their health issues.

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Plant names that are used as names or might be nice as names

Abelia (Abby, Bibi, Bel, Bee, Lia)

Achillea (feminine of Achilles; Lea)

Aletris (like Alexis or Beatris; Al, Allie, Tris, Trissy)

Alisma (Al, Allie, Lee, Alis, Lissy)

Alliaria (Al, Allie, Lia, Lee, Ria)

Amaranthus (actual name already; Amy, Mara, Anne, Annie)

Ambrosia (actual name already; Amy, Rosie)

Ammophila (Amy, Phil)

Andromeda (actual name already; Anne, Annie, Andy, Mimi)

Angelica (actual name already; Angie)

Anise (Anne, Annie)

Anthea (actual name already; Anne, Annie, Thea)

Apple (actual name already)

Aquilegia (Gigi)

Aralia (Lee, Lia)

Argemone (Gem, Gemmy, Monnie)

Argentina (Gen, Genny, Tina)

Arisaema (Aris)

Aronia (Ro, Nia)

Artemisia (actual name already; Art, Arty, Mimi, Missy)

Ash/Ashley (actual name already)

Aster (like Esther)

Barley (like Bartley)

Betula (Bett, Bettie, Tula)

Bluet (Blue, Bett, Bettie)

Blossom (actual name already)

Calla (Cal, Al, Allie)

Callirhoe (Cal, Al, Allie, Ro)

Caltha (Cal, Al, Allie)

Calystegia (Cal, Al, Aly, Gia)

Carya (actual name already)

Celastrus (like Celeste; Cece, Cela)

Celosia (like Celeste; Cece, Cela)

Celtis

Chelone (Lonnie)

Cherry (actual name already)

Clarkia (Clark, Kia, Kiki)

Claytonia (Clay, Toni)

Clematis (Clem)

Cleome (Cleo, Clem, Mimi)

Clintonia (Clint, Lin, Toni)

Clover (Clo)

Comandra (like Cassandra; Anne, Annie, Andy, Maddie, Mandy)

Commelina (Mel, Lina, Melly, Lin, Lee)

Cotton

Dahlia (like Delia or Thalia)

Daisy (actual name already)

Dale (actual name already)

Dalea (like Delia or Thalia)

Daphne (actual name already)

Datura (Dottie, Tura)

Della (actual name already)

Dianthus (Dia, Dianne, Anne, Annie)

Dicentra

Drosera (Dro, Ro, Sera)

Dryas

Erigenia (Eri, Gigi, Gen, Genny, Genie, Genia, Nia)

Evadne (actual name already; Eve, Evie, Eva)

Fern (actual name already)

Filipendula (Fil, Filly, Flippa, Penn, Penny)

Flower/Fleure/Flora/etc. (actual names already)

Forest (actual name already)

Gale (actual name already)

Ginger (actual name already)

Grindelia (Dede, Delia, Lia)

Halesia (Hal, Hally, Al, Allie)

Hazel (actual name already)

Heather (actual name already)

Holly (actual name already)

Hydrangea (Hydie, Angie, Gigi)

Iris (actual name already)

Isotria (Izzy, Tria)

Juniper (actual name already; June, Junie)

Laurel (actual name already)

Lavender (actual name already; Lav, Vendy)

Leafie (actual name already)

Lemna

Liatris (like Beatris; Li, Lia, Tris, Trissy)

Lilac (like Lilah)

Lily (actual name already)

Linaria (Lin, Linny)

Lindera (Lin, Linny, Lindy)

Linnaea (Lin, Linny)

Lobelia (Lo, Lola, Bel, Lia)

Lonicera (Lon, Lonnie, Cera)

Lotus (actual name already; Lottie)

Lunaria (Lulu, Luna)

Magnolia (Maggie, Nola, Lia)

Malia (actual name already)

Maple (like Maybel; May)

Meadow (actual name already)

Melia (actual name already; Mel, Melly)

Melothria (Mel, Melly)

Mentha (actual name already)

Mertensia (like Mercedes)

Mitchella (feminine of Mitchel; Mimi, Mitch, Chella)

Monarda (Monnie, Mona)

Montia (like Monty; Monnie, Monty, Tia)

Myrtle (actual name already)

Myrica (like Erica)

Nemesia

Nyssa

Oakley (actual name already)

Olive/Olivia/etc. (actual name already)

Pansy (actual name already)

Peach (actual name already)

Peltandra (Pel, Tandy, Andy)

Persicaria (Persi, Kari, Carrie, Caria)

Petunia (actual name already)

Phyllis (actual name already)

Picea

Pilea

Pontederia (Ted, Teddie)

Poppy (actual name already)

Praline (Lina)

Primula (Prima)

Prunella (Nel, Nelly, Nella)

Robinia (Rob, Robby, Bob, Bobby, Robin, Nia)

Rose/Rosa/Rosaria/Rhode/etc. (actual names already)

Rosemary (actual name already)

Salvia (like Silvia; Sally, Vivi)

Sibara

Sida

Silvia/Sylvie/Sylvaine/etc. (actual name already; Vivi)

Tansy (actual name already)

Thuja

Tilia

Valley (Val, Al, Alley)

Vallisneria (Val, Valli, Al, Alli, Allis, Lissy, Neri)

Verbena

Veronica (actual name already)

Violet/Viola/etc. (actual name already; Vi, Vivi)

Willow (actual name already; Will, Willie)

Yarrow

Zea

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Coquelusedal: infant, adult, how to use it?

Coquelusedal: infant, adult, how to use it?

Coquelusédal® is a suppository medicine made up of natural products: grindelia, gelsémium and essential oil of niaouli (for the adult form). When is it indicated? How to use it ? What are the dangers ? Summary When to take Coquelusedal? Coquelusédal® is indicated for the treatment of mild acute bronchial conditions such as cough. It is to be taken in addition to a main treatment to enhance its…

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Grindelia Herb Uses and Therapeutic Benefits

The Grindelia flower is the most widely used part of the Grindelia plant, but the whole aerial part can also be used, for therapeutic herbal remedies.

In 1875, Mr. Jas G. Steele of San Francisco made relevant research available and published a report on the effectiveness of Grindelia in the treatment of bronchial asthma.

The research was presented to the American Pharmaceutical Association in 1875 and since then, Grindelia has been seen as a possible treatment in the management of asthma and many other respiratory illnesses.

The use of Grindelia in modern times is also for the relief of respiratory illnesses.

Aside from bronchial asthma, it is also effective in relieving thick mucus secretions thereby restoring airways.

To learn more about the benefits of Grindelia CLICK HERE: https://www.herbal-supplement-resource.com/grindelia-herb.html