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In hospice care, managing a patient’s symptoms with dignity and comfort is paramount. Hospice care in Illinois strives to provide holistic care that includes not only medical treatments but also personalized nutrition plans. Good nutrition plays a critical role in palliative care, as it can significantly affect a patient’s quality of life and their ability to cope with illness.
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Blood pressure management is a critical aspect of maintaining overall health and well-being. As a leading home health care provider in Houston, Texas, Benchmark Home Health, understands the importance of monitoring blood pressure levels regularly.
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mknewstime · 7 months
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5 Beneficial Foods for Fatty Liver to Heal
5 Beneficial Foods for Fatty Liver to Heal Introduction Fatty liver disease, characterized by the accumulation of fat in the liver cells, is becoming increasingly prevalent due to sedentary lifestyles and poor dietary choices. While medical intervention is crucial, dietary modifications play a significant role in managing and even reversing this condition. In this article, we’ll explore five…
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atouchofgraceinc · 10 months
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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex developmental and neurological condition that affects brain function, especially in social interaction and communication skills. Their repeat behaviors and restricted interests may affect their eating habits and food choices, leading to health complications. Here’s how you can strategize to support them.
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livingwellnessblog · 1 year
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Differential Diagnosis | Pattern Of Disharmonies in Diverticulitis
Excerpt: In treating diverticulitis, a condition marked by inflammation of the digestive tract, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) employs a holistic approach. Acupuncture, involving specific points like LI-4 and ST-36, addresses patterns such as Damp-Hea
Diverticulitis is a condition characterized by inflammation or infection of small pouches (diverticula) that can form in the lining of the digestive system, particularly in the colon. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) utilizes a holistic approach to address this condition by identifying patterns of disharmony and using acupuncture and herbal formulas accordingly. Examples of possible patterns…
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ezcareclinicllc · 1 year
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What Does Effective Obesity Management Entail?
Obesity is a complex condition with various contributing factors. As a response, obesity management involves a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach aimed at addressing and controlling such factors. Would you like to gain a better understanding of this? EZ CARE CLINIC LLC is here to lend you a hand!
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wellhealthhub · 1 year
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Gluten Allergy Symptoms Adults: Unveiling the Hidden Culprit
Explore a comprehensive guide to understand and manage gluten allergy symptoms in adults. From digestive discomfort to neurological challenges, learn how to identify and address these symptoms effectively. Introduction: Unmasking Gluten Allergy Symptoms In a world where dietary concerns are increasingly at the forefront of health discussions, the spotlight shines brightly on gluten – a protein…
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grey-gazania · 7 days
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Guess who's passing a kidney stone...
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health78694 · 1 year
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The Role of Daily Salad Consumption in Weight Loss: Fact or Fiction?
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Mixed greens are in many cases promoted as a solid choice for weight reduction because of their low-calorie content and supplement thickness. Notwithstanding, the viability of eating salad consistently as a weight reduction technique is a subject of discussion. In this article, we will look at the likely advantages and constraints of integrating servings of mixed greens into a day-to-day diet for weight reduction purposes. By understanding the elements engaged with fruitful weight reduction and taking into account the job of servings of mixed greens, you can settle on informed conclusions about their consideration in your weight-the-board venture.
The Dietary benefit of Servings of mixed greens:
Mixed greens, normally made with different vegetables, can give fundamental supplements, nutrients, minerals, and dietary fiber. They are by and large low in calories and high in water content, which can assist with expanding satiety and diminish general calorie admission. The supplement-rich nature of servings of mixed greens can uphold by and large well-being and prosperity.
Factors Influencing Weight Reduction:
Weight reduction is a mind-boggling process impacted by different elements, including calorie balance, macronutrient dispersion, segment control, generally speaking, dietary examples, active work, and individual contrasts. While plates of mixed greens can add to a calorie shortfall and give significant supplements, different elements assume urgent parts in effective weight reduction.
Salad Arrangement and Weight Reduction:
The synthesis of a plate of mixed greens, including the selection of fixings, dressings, and garnishes, can enormously influence its viability for weight reduction. Elements to consider incorporate the calorie thickness of fixings, segment sizes, kinds of fats utilized in dressings, and the general equilibrium of macronutrients. Also, it is fundamental to be aware of potential secret calorie sources and piece contortion that can impede weight reduction endeavors.
Integrating Plates of mixed greens into a Fair Eating Routine:
While servings of mixed greens can be a helpful part of a weight-reduction plan, taking into account their job inside a balanced and adjusted diet is significant. Consolidating lean proteins, sound fats, and entire grains close by plates of mixed greens can give a more exhaustive and fulfilling feast. Assortment, segment control and careful eating rehearse are critical to keeping up with long-haul adherence to a smart dieting plan.
Different Contemplations for Weight Reduction:
Weight reduction isn't exclusively subject to salad utilization. It is critical to address other way of life factors, like customary actual work, stress the board, rest quality, and in general dietary examples. An all-encompassing methodology that spotlights supportable propensities and conducts changes is bound to yield fruitful and enduring weight reduction results.
Individual Contrasts and Expert Direction:
Individual contrasts in digestion, hereditary qualities, ailments, and dietary inclinations can impact the adequacy of any weight reduction technique, including eating plates of mixed greens. Talking with an enlisted dietitian or medical services proficient can give customized direction and suggestions in light of individual necessities and objectives.
End Results:
While plates of mixed greens can be a nutritious and low-calorie expansion to a weight reduction plan, their viability in separation relies upon different variables. Consolidating plates of mixed greens as a component of a reasonable eating routine, taking into account segment estimates, and being aware of the general calorie balance are essential for effective weight the executives. It is vital to move toward weight reduction comprehensively, taking into account factors past serving of mixed greens utilization, like actual work, general dietary examples, and way of life propensities. By understanding the job of plates of mixed greens inside a complete weight reduction methodology and looking for proficient direction, people can pursue informed decisions and embrace reasonable practices to accomplish their weight reduction objectives.
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kemetic-dreams · 9 months
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All Abrahamic religions claim to be monotheistic, worshiping an exclusive God, although one who is known by different names. Each of these religions preaches that God creates, is one, rules, reveals, loves, judges, punishes, and forgives. 
However, although Christianity does not profess to believe in three gods—but rather in three persons, or hypostases, united in one essence—the Trinitarian doctrine, a fundamental of faith for the vast majority of Christian denominations, conflicts with Jewish and Muslim concepts of monotheism.
Since the conception of a divine Trinity is not amenable to tawhid, the Islamic doctrine of monotheism, Islam regards Christianity as variously polytheistic.
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Judaism and Islam have strict dietary laws, with permitted food known as kosher in Judaism, and halal in Islam. These two religions prohibit the consumption of pork; Islam prohibits the consumption of alcoholic beverages of any kind. Halal restrictions can be seen as a modification of the kashrut dietary laws, so many kosher foods are considered halal; especially in the case of meat, which Islam prescribes must be slaughtered in the name of God. Hence, in many places, Muslims used to consume kosher food. However, some foods not considered kosher are considered halal in Islam.
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With rare exceptions, Christians do not consider the Old Testament's strict food laws as relevant for today's church; see also Biblical law in Christianity. Most Protestants have no set food laws, but there are minority exceptions
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The Seventh-day Adventist Church (SDA) embraces numerous Old Testament rules and regulations such as tithing, Sabbath observance, and Jewish food laws. Therefore, they do not eat pork, shellfish, or other foods considered unclean under the Old Covenant. The "Fundamental Beliefs" of the SDA state that their members "are to adopt the most healthful diet possible and abstain from the unclean foods identified in the Scriptures".
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Proselytism
Judaism accepts converts, but has had no explicit missionaries since the end of the Second Temple era.
Judaism states that non-Jews can achieve righteousness by following Noahide Laws, a set of moral imperatives that, according to the Talmud, were given by God[k] as a binding set of laws for the "children of Noah"—that is, all of humanity. It is believed that as much as ten percent of the Roman Empire followed Judaism either as fully ritually obligated Jews or the simpler rituals required of non-Jewish members of that faith.
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Christianity encourages evangelism. Many Christian organizations, especially Protestant churches, send missionaries to non-Christian communities throughout the world. See also Great Commission. Forced conversions to Catholicism have been alleged at various points throughout history. The most prominently cited allegations are the conversions of the pagans after Constantine; of Muslims, Jews and Eastern Orthodox during the Crusades; of Jews and Muslims during the time of the Spanish Inquisition, where they were offered the choice of exile, conversion or death; and of the Aztecs by Hernán Cortés. Forced conversions to Protestantism may have occurred as well, notably during the Reformation, especially in England and Ireland
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I've got a request for a random table - d20 fantasy body modifications (tattoos, piercings, etc.) for a character / NPC to have. I'm talking things like elf-ear piercings, horn caps, living tattoos... stuff like that!
1d20 Fantasy Body Modifications
“Fairy Ladder” Piercings - a set of three or more industrial piercings for Elves and other long-eared folks
Claw Enhancements - popular among folks without natural claws, and those who want to strengthen or emphasize their natural claws. Minor transmutations can be used to add claws, and to harden, sharpen, and even re-color or re-shape existing claws.
Tattoo Pets - living tattoos of animals that run and play around the bearer’s skin.
Tooth Alteration - folks with sharp teeth want blunt teeth, folks with blunt teeth want sharp teeth. The decision to have one’s teeth magically altered can be influenced by dietary choices, sexual preferences, medical needs, and aesthetics.
Horn Caps and Cuffs - made of precious metals, sometimes set with stones or connected by lengths of chain.
Portal Gauges - jewelry for stretched earlobe piercings which form a pair of teleportation portals. Passing tiny objects from one side of your head to the other is rarely more than a party trick, but is pretty cool.
Almanac Tattoos - calendars, moon phases, weather, etc, these magical tracking tattoos are popular among mages, farmers, and more.
Tail Tip Piercings, which are all the rage among folks with tails these days.
Horn/Tusk/Antler carvings - tattoo-like carvings on the horns, tusks, or antlers of those who have them. Patterns and images are usually carved in rings.
Gills of Amphibious Breathing - having a pair of gills on one’s neck is both visually striking and incredibly useful for long swims. The transmutation ritual for permanent gills is quite costly, so temporary gills are popular for beach days and pool parties.
Tattoo Gardens - the growth and blooming of these plant images can be attuned to anything from the bearer’s mood, to actual weather and natural surroundings.
Illuminated Hair - why stop at regular hair dye when you could have hair that literally glows in the dark? Illuminated hair potions are applied in a similar manner to regular hair dyes, with similar longevity and similar risks of staining the bathtub if you aren’t careful.
Mithril Earrings - Mithril jewelry doesn’t come cheap, but it is prized for its striking blue-silver appearance and for being lighter weight than most other metals but still extremely durable. It is especially popular for creating large dangly earrings that would otherwise be excessively heavy.
Warding Tattoos - protective sigils can be tattooed in magical inks to ward against just about anything, from general protection to shielding against highly specific curses. Their effectiveness depends both on the potency of the ink and the skill of the tattoo mage who applies them.
Tongue Ring of Tongues - a tongue piercing which grants the wearer the ability to speak any language.
Third Eye - generally cosmetic, although a cunning seer might be able to leverage their third eye for more credibility among less magically-inclined folks.
Warlock’s Brand - sometimes called a “mark of eternal servitude”, their appearance varies depending upon to whom the bearer has sold their soul. Anything goes, really, from always-smoldering singe marks to patches of skin replaced by iridescent crystal.
Hair Snakes - usually all of a person’s hair is polymorphed into snakes, though some might choose to keep most of their hair and only have one to three snakes.
Feather/Scale Patterning - a magical alternative to tattoos for birdfolk, half-dragons, and other feathered or scaled people. Each scale/feather in a chosen area is dyed to create an image or pattern.
Tattoos of Warning - any individual bearing one of these magical tattoos can send a signal to the others who bear an identical mark. The signal is typically a feeling such as warmth or tingling on the location of the tattoo. More complex versions are available that allow the bearers to establish multiple signals represented by different sensations.
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artdivadej · 1 year
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Survivor’s Remorse (VIII)
Part Eight
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Peeta's hand just barely manages to catch my wrist, tugging with every ounce of strength he possessed as the claws on my ankles threaten to pull me down to the pits.
"It's ok.... just, let me go!" I smile up at him somberly
"Never!" he snarls through his teeth
Gale and Katniss are with him now, all tugging me up as they yell  not to give up. When my body flies through the lip of the cover, Peeta quickly tosses the Holo into the hole. It blows us all a good ten feet forward as guts and blood come flying out the sewer.
My head is in a million pieces. I push Peeta and the rest away from me.
"Go! Leave me here! I can hold them off. They want me! The mutt! Let them have me! I'm staying here where I belong! I'm their mutt!" I snarl unseeing to anything but my reflection in their disgusting eyeless faces as I yank at my hair wildly
Everything is crashing around me, atomic bombs going off in my head. It all burns. From head to toe the flames are swallowing me whole, just as they did to so many in 12.
Until I feel his lips on mine.
I feel whole with the sun overcoming any and all heat that tries to stand up against it, warming every atom of my being, swathing me in the scent of cinnamon and honey. His tongue slides between my lips as his searing kiss envelops me, drowning me with tenderness and passion. The flames are smothering. The bombs quieting. When I open my eyes, I see Peeta with a clarity I hadn't been able to after the Capitol had taken me. His honey toasted eyes hold mine with warmth and fear, the gold flecks pulsing and piercing through to a piece of me they’d attempted to tear from me.
"We promised" he gasps, his hand on my cheek, forehead against mine
"Stay with me" I breath against his lips
"Always"
Our promise. This I remember.
"Let's go" he nods before threading his fingers through mine and tugging me to my feet.
He sprints with me down the corridor. Gale and Pollux each have one of Finnick's arms over their shoulders as we dash forward, winding through the winding path that both Pollux and Cressida seem to have an internal map to.
The only thing keeping me anchored here was Peeta's hand in mine, his fingers squeezing every so often as he pulled me with him. Probably afraid I was still suicidal. Cressida checks the street and leads us to a safehouse as we wind down the intricate Capitol streets. It turns out to be a clothing store for fur and animal print clothing. The woman who opens the doors wears a large hood but, after some quick words about the rebellion and Plutarch from Cressida, she quickly ushers us inside.
When she removes her hood, I feel a deep compassion and kinship with her. So many body modifications to make her look like a tiger. She even had the stripes, eyes, teeth and metallic whiskers coming from both cheeks. This is what Snow wanted to do to me. This is what he could've done, had Haymitch and Cinna not interfered when and as often as they did. She looks me over with curiosity and I can't help but step up to her so we're barely 3 feet apart. Unlike everyone else that usually cowers at my proximity, she smiles. Peeta steps with me, still not trusting to let me go I suppose.
"I know you. You were a stylist for the games. Snow do this to you?"
"When he decided I wasn't committing to my name or pretty enough" she snarls, her pupils expanding with her rage
I tilt my head and smile widely at her, which she returns upon seeing my still bloody teeth.
"Me too. I'm on my way to kill him y'know"
"Sisters" she purrs
"Sisters" I purr back with a nod
She pats my cheek and then leads us to a trapdoor, handing Katniss a first aid duffle that she's thrown some cans of food into. I scrunch my nose at them but Tigress lets me know she understands my dietary needs and there's a few for me too. I give her a grateful smile and obediently let Peeta tug me down the stairs. When he finally releases my hand, we spur into action. Polluck and Finnick lay down a 12-foot by 6-foot mess of fur coats and throw rugs that Cressida dug out. Peeta lies Finnick down on it but he's fighting to keep his eyes open. I don't have much time.
"Take his top off. Every stitch of it" I order beginning to unsnap his vest
"What's wrong?" Gale asks as he and Peeta both start helping me, Pollux holding Finnick upright so we can do this more easily.
Shit. He's lost too much blood. When the shirt comes off, I see the bite has already turned a sickly purplish green.
I knew it.
"Please...don't shoot me. He'll die if you do" I sigh looking around the room "Pollux keep him up just like that"
They look baffled by my request not to be shot but nod their heads all the same. I climb onto Finnick's lap so I'm straddling him and gently tilt his head to the left so it rests against Gale's shoulder. It's hard to ignore the way Peeta's eyes darken, seeing me astride Finnick's hips, after the way he'd made me feel in that tunnel. Now his discomfort actually bothered me. 
Unhooking my jaw so I could fully cover the bite, I sink my teeth into the punctures trying to ignore the way everyone around me jumps and moves closer, fighting the urge to rip me off of Finnick. I suck hard and can taste when it starts to fill my mouth along with some of Finnick's blood. I suck until my cheeks are full up. My eyes find one of the empty cans by Peeta's knee and I pick it up, spitting the venom into it before going for the second round. They all gasp as it sizzles inside the can, smelling of rubbing alcohol and acid.
I have to empty my mouth 2 more times before I can taste that his blood is clean again. Finnick has been whimpering in pain and trying to wiggle from beneath me in his sleep, so I wrap my arms around him and grab his shoulders to keep myself anchored. I make sure I fill my mouth with my antivenom before I sink my teeth into his shoulder again. I push what's in my mouth onto the surface and with my teeth I push some straight to his bloodstream. There's an unfamiliar pulsing in my canines but it's not painful. I'm not sure how I know, I just do, that he's clean.
Once satisfied with my work, I let go of his shoulders with a huff of exhaustion, sitting back fully on his lap trying to focus my vision. Peeta looks as if he's swallowed everything that I just sucked out of Finnick. His brows are drawn tight, his plump bottom lip jutted out in distaste as he clenches his jaw.
Ok, I didn't know just how much that would take out of me. I'm not done yet though. The bite is now just an angry red. I know off some strange instinct to lick the wound to speed up the healing process. When I'm done, I gesture to Pollux that he can lay Finnick back down but I don't get off of him immediately. Peeta has been visibly uncomfortable the entire time and it was about to get weirder.
"Katniss, you're next" I huff wiping the sweat from my forehead, one trembling hand now resting on Finnick's chest to keep me upright.
"It's just a scratch, I'm fine. You've done enough" she shakes her head pulling her left forearm into her chest
"Don't worry, I don't have to bite you too. I just need to suck the venom out. Unless, you don't want to keep the arm" I explain with a playful chomp of my teeth that make them clack loudly
"Can it wait? You look like you're about to pass out" Cressida sighs putting her hand to my rapidly warming forehead
"It can't. They're imperfects. My venom and anti-venom trumps theirs. I'm the mutt 2.0. The perfect version. Only got the best of the best" I grin showing my bloody teeth again to accentuate my point
"You're not a mutt" Katniss shakes her head sitting beside Peeta and offering out her arm to me" And I trust you. It's like Cress said, it's just that you've done a lot tonight. Your body will give out soon. We're worried"
"Luckily for you, adrenaline and I are besties"
Cressida hands me a water. I use it to rinse my mouth before trying to turn to Katniss, only to find I'm still glued to Finnick's hips. I don't have the energy to get up and help Katniss.
Fuck.
I turn my face to Peeta's and somehow, he understands what I want without a word, eagerly pulling me off of Finnick. I'm now nestled between Peeta's bent knees, my back leaning against his right that's propped up firmly for support, both of his forearms resting on his knees. He's keeping his hands in my line of sight and I feel gratitude sweep through my frame. Was he always this attentive to my needs?
Katniss places her forearm into my reaching hands and I begin the suction method again. It's much faster since their claw venom is pretty low grade. As I lick her arm to slather the wound in my antivenom, I try my best not to think about how fuckin weird this must look. When I'm finished, I slump back against Peeta, working hard to get my vision to stop swimming.
He's so sturdy.
"Not so useless after all I guess" I snort with a weak smile
"I have no idea how we would have saved them if you weren't here" Gale breathes in awe
I was so dizzy. I'd only had to do that one time before and not half as much back then. I really hoped Peeta didn't let me fall onto my face. If I'd never been vulnerable around him before, I certainly had no choice but to be now. My heart was racing and I wasn't sure if I liked his heat warming me from the inside out right now. Honestly, trying to process the fact that I'm still here because he'd refused to let me go was enough to drain me. 
God I was so tired.
"Get some sleep kiddo" Cressida grins at me with a pat to my cheek
"Wait!"
Peeta looks down at me and I'm genuinely surprised his proximity doesn't bother me in the slightest as his jaw brushes my hair.
"Chain me back up first" I huff fighting my drooping lids as I gesture toward the beam at the bottom of the stairs.
"No"
It's only one word but everyone feels the command in it as his body hardens around me. I get that I just helped, but I still felt that programming to sink my teeth into something tickling the back of my consciousness. Yes, his warmth brought me comfort and security. Right now. But that could be just because I'm exhausted. What about when I had energy?
"Peeta please. I still feel that weird mutt animosity from back in the tunnel. I'm tired now but...I don't know about when I wake up" I plead as my voice cracks
Katniss and Cressida exchange a look before making another pallet big enough for the three of us over by the stairs. Peeta waits patiently for them to gesture him over, clearly intending to carry me since I had no strength left in my limbs. I'm practically asleep by that point, but him rising with me still in his arms, reminds me again just how strong he really is behind those deceptive boyish good looks. He lightly eases me down onto the soft furs and brushes my sweaty bang out of my face, leaving a tender kiss to my forehead that should have bothered me, as he just watches me for a moment. I can't help but offer a weak but grateful smile. 
I miss his warmth right away. 
Cressida sighs despondently but does as I ask and loops my restraint around the pole above my head.
"Get some rest. We'll be here"
"And I'll be right over there. Call for me if you need me" Peeta smiles trailing his fingers down my cheek
I nod and fall asleep the moment my eyes close.
I awake with a start 2 hours later, covered in sweat and panting fearfully. It's Katniss' hand I feel running through my hair as she faces me on the pallet, trying to soothe my night terrors. Primrose told me this was a specialty of hers and I instantly understand it. It calms my racing heart relatively quickly.
"Wanna talk about it?"
"No. I'll talk about anything else though" I sigh pulling myself into a sitting position where Katniss happily undoes the restraints around the beam so I can sit with my hands in my lap.
My stomach grumbles and this is when Cressida sits up, handing me a can of pork cuts she'd apparently saved for me. I happily take it and start to pull the chunks out to scarf the can down. I was ravenous after the healing bites.
"So... since it's just us girls" Cressida starts with an uncharacteristically childlike mischief in her voice
I lower the can and peek over to the boy's pallet in a panic. They're all fast asleep, surrounding Finnick to keep him warm and stable so he doesn't agitate his wounds. When I meet her inquisitive gaze again, I quirk a brow at her, wondering what she'd want to possibly talk about with just the girls.
"I heard a little...rumor about one of your breakfasts"
My eyes dart to Katniss and I put my can down, despite how badly I want to finish it.
"About that. Katniss, I'm sorry. I really didn't mean what I said. I was," I juggle what the right word for it was. Her smoky grey meets my bright silver with interest. No point in lying now. To them or myself "Jealous. It wasn't fair to say those things to you. Especially in front of everyone"
I want to look away but I don't want to seem disingenuous so I hold her steady gaze. At first, she says nothing until she can't help the smirk on her lips as she tries not to flat out laugh. Well damn. Was it that pathetic?
"I get it. I was irritated at the time but I knew not to take it personal" She smiles "Jealous huh? Of what?"
Cressida scooches closer and cups her cheeks while grinning at us. I've never hung out with a group of girls so close to my age. Is...is this what a sleepover was like? Was this girl talk? Might as well enjoy it.
"How close you two were. I mean, I was scared of him but...I wanted him too. Does that make sense?"
"It does to me" she shrugs
"Me too" Cressida agrees opening a can of her own where the smell of peaches irritates me momentarily
"Was what you said about the train true?"
"I thought it was" I shrug picking up another piece of ham then freezing as I realize all of it wasn't a lie. "Well, some of it was"
"This was my question!" Cressida giggles wiggling her hips
"What was?" I ask with a raised brow
"Your guards. Flira is my cousin. She told me some of what you said. Is it true, about Peeta?" her voice lowers a little as she sneaks a peek over her shoulder to make sure the boys are still sleeping
"Is what true?" I chuckle downing the rest of the can and picking up a water as I tried to remember all the things I claimed he said or did.
Not exactly an easy chore since I was still trying to figure out what memories actually belonged to me. 
"Is he really hung?" she whispers
I can't help but choke on my water as I catch her and Katniss both inspecting my face inquisitively. Oh! They're both curious. I sneak another glimpse over at Peeta, grateful he's still asleep, or this would be mortifying. The steady rise and fall of his chest is strangely hypnotic and I watch it for a minute as I consider what to divulge. I tear my eyes away before I'm trapped and look back to the eager girls.
"Before I answer, I'd like to throw in that we've never done...it. I thought so, but that was Mean Peeta"
"What do you mean?"
"I have memories of Peeta and I...you know. But he helped me see a few days ago that it wasn't real. They were Capitol memories. What I do remember...he's sweet. Patient. Gentle. Kind. Affectionate" I explain further. I never really had to explain that there were two Peeta's constantly waging war in my mind this in-depth before. And I definitely wasn't going to talk to that moron shrink doctor in 13 about it. "I'm trying to learn to separate them. So, there's Sweet Peeta and Mean Peeta right now. Sweet Peeta is vocal. Calls me pretty, baby, sweetness. I like it" I’m looking down at my fingers as I explain this, wringing my hands out feeling flustered at the admission and the memories it sparked to talk about it.
Oh God stop talking!
"Mmm. Sounds nice" Cressida hums taking on a thoughtful look
"He's always been a gentle person. I just didn't think he'd be so....whoo" Katniss fans herself playfully while taking a swig of my water
Maybe I wasn't such an abomination to them after all? And honestly, this girl talk stuff was pretty fun.
"So...is it true?"
"Oh, it's true alright" I whisper with a giggle
"Long or thick?" Cressida whispers
"Both" I whisper back with a playful purr
The three of us break out in a fit of giggles and for the first time, since Johanna came running to tell me she was allowed topside for 2 hours a day, I feel good.
"What're you pretty ladies giggling about?" Finnick's groggy voice comes from the other pallet across the cellar
We all visibly jump and turn our heads to see him struggling to sit up. I'm about to head for him, but Peeta is up beside him, helping Finnick slide into a comfortable sitting position. I can see that they'd patched and bandaged up his shoulder while I slept. Peeta didn't look groggy like Finnick did as he rubbed the sleep from his eyes. Peeta was more or less alert. 
He'd been playing possum.
Shit. How much had he heard?
"Girl talk. None of your business Odair" Cressida teases poking her tongue out at him
"I bet it was about us. You've got the two hottest Victors asleep and at your mercy. I bet you felt me up, didn't you?" He teased with a wink, wincing a little when he tilts his head
"In your wildest dreams maybe" she snorts
"How are you feeling Finnick?" Katniss adds cutting her eyes to me, probably having noticed Peeta's alertness too. She was a natural hunter just like I was, there's no way she didn't notice.
"Like something bit the shit out of me" He laughs
"Yeah, that was me. Sorry about that Finn. Had to get the imperfects venom outta you" I explain feeling genuinely bad I had to hurt him further in order to help him
"Didn't know that, but thanks. Are you ok? Did the venom hurt you?"
Now everyone is looking at me and I realize I never really did explain anything about my enhancements to anyone before. I was still figuring them out myself, so I didn't talk about it much.
"It can't"
"Why not?" Katniss asks with a tilt of the head
"Beetee, Prim and Plutarch have been conducting some tests and they found some answers but not all of them. My file is sealed up tight in the Capitol's networks so I don't know a lot but, I can tell you what I know. Just as he did Tigress, Snow modified my genetic code with some kind of feline DNA. My eyes can see in the dark when I focus enough. They'd ripped my canines out and replaced them with their own, sharper and infused with some kind of reptile's that makes the ducts venomous when I have malicious intent. But, my saliva works as a natural anti-venom.
I noticed when I first got sent to this squad that my venom was purple. That wasn't normal. I was used to it being a dark red. There seems to be different kinds in my ducts that react off of my intent. I'm still puzzling that out though. I'm one of Snow's favorite trophies. His splicing doesn't always produce the best results as you've seen in Tigress. It's why he tortured me but made sure not to destroy the things that he took pride in" I explain no longer looking at them but at my nails.
Nails that used to be so normal but now resembled claws, unable to grow any way but sharp. What was I really? Not a mutt? But still a monster.
"That's what the meat thing is about" Gale hums popping his muscles as he stretches out beside Finnick
"Can't help it. I didn't understand why Snow had them giving me only fruits and vegetables. After my first week I got it. I was in pain all the time because I couldn't give my body the nourishment it needed. They found that shit funny. Watching me cry because of some fuckin carrots!" I snap
"Cruelty is a specialty of Snow's" Finnick snorts as he stands and makes his way over to our pallet
He plops down in front of me, wounded shoulder directly in front of me. Katniss turns too and begins to unwrap her bandaged arm.
"You mind checking it for me?"
"You promise to put a shirt on if I do?" I tease
"If the exam satisfies me" he shrugs
Cressida gingerly unwraps the bandage and I shift up onto my knees to inspect it. I'm struck with a wave of dizziness that rattles my equilibrium so much so, that I'm pitched forward, unable to control any of my limbs. Finnick's left arm comes around my waist and catches me before my head can hit his knee, landing against his damp chest instead. Damn, maybe I really did overdo it? I feel warm hands on my shoulders, knowing who it is without having to look, as they tug me back quickly.
"Maybe you should rest a little more" Peeta whispers in my ear
"I-I'm ok just doing this. I'll sleep right after. I swear" I explain shaking my head to try and clear the haze
"Ok" he acquiesces, his hands still on my shoulders
He'd been silent this entire time. My head on Finnick's bare chest must have been his breaking point. He eases down behind me, his arms on either side of me, hands about to rest on my thighs before he realizes what he's doing and drops them to the fur pelts. I shake my head and pull them back up, placing his heated palms atop my thighs so he's practically snuggling me from behind. I should be ready to fight but that kiss in the tunnel awoke something in me I couldn't smother back to sleep. I still felt an irrational anxiety around him but it was much easier to ignore now.
"Just don't let me go, in case I fall again" I mumble hoping that this eases some of his concerns
I just admitted seeing him with Katniss made me jealous, I can understand the feeling on his end now. Straddling Finnick and now my head on his sweaty chest? If he felt the way people told me he did about me, this had to be driving him insane.
"I've got you" he nods against my temple
I lean forward a little, his warm hands steadying me as my torso attempts to rock side to side, and place my hands on Finn's upper right arm. He lowers his shoulder since he's taller than me and when I take my perusal of it, I'm glad to see my saliva did the trick for the skin. The circle of punctures from the rows of sharp teeth were all healing and had a flesh layer of skin scabbed over them. Katniss' arm is the same. Her wounds look days old. Good. They wouldn't scar too badly.
I roll my tongue over both healing wounds and listen for the soft sizzle before it sinks into their skin. They both shiver for a second and I smirk happily. It worked! There's a euphoria that ensues from my antivenom, when I engage it, that tingles the muscles from head to toe to help ease the pain. When everyone peers down at their skin, the flesh is now a soft pink.
"Holy shit" Gale breaths
"I told you...Mutt 2.0" I chuckle heartily then instantly regret it when I'm hit with another wave of dizziness.
A choked sound leaves my throat as I fully crumple into Peeta, vision going dark as I clutch the front of his vest for dear life while I'm pulled under in terror.
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The Silent Epidemic: Hot Flashes and Menopause
Menopause, a natural biological process marking the end of a woman's reproductive years, is often accompanied by a constellation of symptoms.
Among these, hot flashes are perhaps the most notorious. While often dismissed as a mere inconvenience, these sudden surges of heat can significantly impact a woman’s quality of life, both physically and emotionally.  
Hot flashes, characterized by a sudden sensation of heat, often accompanied by sweating and flushing, are primarily caused by hormonal fluctuations. As estrogen levels decline, the body's thermostat, the hypothalamus, becomes more sensitive to temperature changes. This heightened sensitivity triggers the body's cooling mechanisms, resulting in the familiar symptoms of a hot flash.  
Beyond the physical discomfort, hot flashes can have a profound psychological impact. They can disrupt sleep, leading to fatigue and irritability. Embarrassment and self-consciousness can arise from unexpected sweating in public. These symptoms, combined with other menopausal changes, can contribute to mood swings, anxiety, and depression.  
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Holistic Ayurvedic Approaches for Managing High Blood Pressure
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Ayurvedic treatment for high blood pressure offers a natural and holistic approach to managing this common health concern. In Ayurveda, high blood pressure, or hypertension, is often linked to imbalances in the doshas, particularly pitta and vata. This ancient system of medicine aims to restore balance and promote overall well-being through personalized treatments and lifestyle modifications.
Ayurvedic remedies for high blood pressure include the use of specific herbs such as arjuna, ashwagandha, and punarnava, known for their cardiovascular benefits and stress-reducing properties. Additionally, incorporating dietary adjustments like reducing salt intake, increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables, and avoiding processed foods can significantly impact blood pressure levels.
Complementary practices such as yoga, meditation, and pranayama (breathing exercises) are also essential components of Ayurvedic treatment, helping to reduce stress and improve heart health. Blood pressure treatment in Ayurveda focuses on addressing the root cause of hypertension rather than just the symptoms, promoting long-term health and prevention. For those seeking natural and sustainable methods to manage high blood pressure, Ayurvedic treatment for high blood pressure provides a comprehensive approach that not only alleviates symptoms but also enhances overall quality of life.
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Differential Diagnosis | Pattern Of Disharmonies in Diverticulitis
Diverticulitis is a condition characterized by inflammation or infection of small pouches (diverticula) that can form in the lining of the digestive system, particularly in the colon. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) utilizes a holistic approach to address this condition by identifying patterns of disharmony and using acupuncture and herbal formulas accordingly. Examples of possible patterns…
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What is the fastest way to melt away some tummy fat?
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The most effective approach to melting away tummy fat involves a combination of dietary changes, regular exercise, and lifestyle modifications. Here are some tips to help you get started:
Healthy Eating: Focus on consuming whole, nutrient-dense foods such as fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains. Limit your intake of processed foods, sugary snacks, and refined carbohydrates.
Portion Control: Be mindful of portion sizes to avoid overeating, even with healthy foods. Eating smaller, more frequent meals throughout the day can help regulate your appetite and prevent excessive calorie intake.
Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and to help control your appetite. Sometimes thirst can be mistaken for hunger.
Cardiovascular Exercise: Incorporate regular cardiovascular exercises such as walking, running, cycling, or swimming into your routine. Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week.
Strength Training: Include strength training exercises to build muscle mass, which can help increase your metabolism and burn more calories, even at rest. Focus on exercises that target your core muscles, such as planks, crunches, and Russian twists.
High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT): HIIT workouts involve short bursts of intense exercise followed by brief rest periods. These workouts are highly effective for burning calories and can be done in a shorter amount of time compared to traditional cardio.
Reduce Stress: Chronic stress can lead to weight gain, particularly around the abdomen. Practice stress-reducing techniques such as mindfulness meditation, deep breathing exercises, or yoga to help manage stress levels.
Get Adequate Sleep: Aim for 7–9 hours of quality sleep per night. Poor sleep can disrupt hormones that regulate appetite and metabolism, potentially leading to weight gain.
Limit Alcohol Consumption: Alcoholic beverages are often high in calories and can contribute to belly fat accumulation. Limit your intake of alcohol and opt for healthier alternatives like water or herbal tea.
Be Consistent: Remember that sustainable weight loss takes time and consistency. Focus on making small, gradual changes to your lifestyle rather than seeking quick fixes.
Mindful Eating: Pay attention to your hunger and fullness cues while eating. Avoid distractions like TV or smartphones, and take your time to savor each bite. This can help prevent overeating and promote better digestion.
Limit Added Sugars: Minimize your intake of foods and beverages high in added sugars, such as soda, candy, and baked goods. Excess sugar consumption can contribute to weight gain, especially around the midsection.
Increase Fiber Intake: Incorporate more fiber-rich foods into your diet, such as fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains. Fiber helps keep you feeling full longer, aids in digestion, and can assist in weight management.
Watch Your Fat Intake: While some fats are healthy and essential for overall health, others can contribute to weight gain. Opt for sources of healthy fats like avocados, nuts, seeds, and fatty fish, and limit intake of saturated and trans fats found in fried foods and processed snacks.
Hydrate with Green Tea: Green tea is rich in antioxidants and has been shown to boost metabolism and promote fat burning. Drinking green tea throughout the day can complement your efforts to slim down your midsection.
Be Patient and Persistent: Remember that spot reduction is not possible, so focus on overall fat loss rather than targeting specific areas. Stay committed to your healthy habits, and celebrate small victories along the way.
Consider Professional Help: If you’re struggling to lose weight despite your efforts, consider seeking guidance from a healthcare provider, registered dietitian, or certified personal trainer. They can provide personalized recommendations and support to help you reach your goals.
Stay Motivated: Find sources of motivation to keep you on track, whether it’s setting realistic goals, tracking your progress, or enlisting the support of friends and family. Celebrate your achievements and stay positive even during setbacks.
By incorporating these tips into your lifestyle, you can enhance your efforts to melt away tummy fat and improve your overall health and well-being.
Consulting with a healthcare professional or a registered dietitian can also provide personalized guidance tailored to your specific needs and goals.
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