healthyholisticliving--2020-04-21--Health Care Workers Block Denver Protesters Calling For End To Stay-At-Home Orders

If you ’ re going to listen to anyone in this time of turmoil , let it be a doctor or nurse .
Healthcare workers in Denver , Colorado , acted as counter-protesters to a mob of right-wing protesters who believe social distancing violates their constitutional rights .
Standing in the midst of traffic , they endured screams , honks , and insults to make their message clear–use social distancing protocols .
( 1 ) Two healthcare workers , one male , one female , were filmed standing in the middle of a crosswalk in Denver , blocking a truck @ @ @ @ @ @ @ garish “ USA ” top screamed at them to “ go to China , ” since “ it ’ s a free country.
” Slapping a “ Land of the free ” sign across the windshield , written in chunky block lettering , she yelled out “ America the free , ” before urging the nurses to “ go to China if you want communism.
” “ Go to China ” becomes her reoccurring slogan , which , in the video , appears to be taken up by others .
The healthcare workers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nurses , though their exact professions are unknown , stand silent and unmoving through the screams and honks .
“ Here we see a racist Karen in her non-native habitat telling a hard-working Asian American nurse to ‘ go to China , ’ ” says Dr. Eugene Gu on Twitter , where he shared a video of the angry woman .
“ Such fascinating yet peculiar behavior , since Karen may soon find herself in need of the nurse ’ s lifesaving care in the coming months.
” ( 1 , 2 ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to find the “ racist Karen ” and her actions repellant .
Steve ( @ szonyc ) says that the healthcare worker ’ s reaction “ was instantly evocative of another iconic hero staring down fascists .
These # COVIDIOTS are on the wrong side of science and on the wrong side of history .
Their selfish disdain for human life is shocking.
” Some users chose to focus instead on the bravery and integrity of the counter-protestors .
Brutum Fulmen ( @ BrutumF ) tweeted : “ This nurse blocking anti-lockdown protesters @ @ @ @ @ @ @ my hero of the day !
” ( 2 , 3 , 4 ) Though there are many Twitter users condemning both the vitriol in the woman ’ s rant and the defiance of the law and social distancing guidelines of the public , unfortunately , there are protests popping up all over the United States .
Additionally , some believe President Donald Trump is encouraging the protesters .
He certainly is not condemning them .
During an April 19th press conference , Donald Trump said , “ these people love our country @ @ @ @ @ @ @ want to get back to work.
” ( 1 ) Josh K. Elliott , of Global News , rejects this idea .
These people value “ personal freedom over things like public health , common sense or their own lives , ” he writes in an article .
Unfortunately , they put more than their own lives at risk .
With the highly contagious nature of the novel coronavirus , any of these protestors could pick it up and pass it on to someone forced to come into contact with them , whether @ @ @ @ @ @ @ store , or in a hospital .
( 1 ) Donald Trump also said Sunday that the protesters “ want their life back .
Their life was taken away from them.
” Yet , these protesters are content to risk taking the lives of others away in a very real and permanent way .
They could be spreading COVID-19 and refusing to participate in flattening the curve .
And although President Trump might say , “ as far as protesters , you know…I ’ m with everybody .
I ’ m with everybody @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can not be with everybody at a time like this .
As the leader of a great nation , it is the responsibility of the president to protect their citizens .
Even though the uncertainty around the economy and unemployment is extremely high , calls to “ LIBERATE MICHIGAN ” or “ LIBERATE MINNESOTA , ” as the president has been tweeting , do nothing to calm the populace , fix the economy , or combat the virus .
His tweets and remarks about the protesters directly conflict with the White House ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Perhaps it is time for this administration to pick a consistent policy .
Hopefully , it is one that will protect the health and safety of all Americans–and let them have their lives .
( 5 )

If you’re going to listen to anyone in this time of turmoil, let it be a doctor or nurse. Healthcare workers in Denver, Colorado, acted as counter-protesters to a mob of right-wing protesters who believe social distancing violates their constitutional rights. Standing in the midst of traffic, they endured screams, honks, and insults to make their message clear–use social distancing protocols. (1)
“Fascinating Yet Peculiar”
Two healthcare workers, one male, one female, were filmed standing in the middle of a crosswalk in Denver, blocking a truck. A woman, clad in a garish “USA” top screamed at them to “go to China,” since “it’s a free country.” Slapping a “Land of the free” sign across the windshield, written in chunky block lettering, she yelled out “America the free,” before urging the nurses to “go to China if you want communism.” “Go to China” becomes her reoccurring slogan, which, in the video, appears to be taken up by others. The healthcare workers, who have been referred to as nurses, though their exact professions are unknown, stand silent and unmoving through the screams and honks.
Here we see a racist Karen in her non-native habitat telling a hard working Asian American nurse to “go to China.” Such fascinating yet peculiar behavior, since Karen may soon find herself in need of the nurse’s lifesaving care in the coming months. pic.twitter.com/ryvpuawfJ9 — Eugene Gu, MD (@eugenegu) April 20, 2020
“Here we see a racist Karen in her non-native habitat telling a hard-working Asian American nurse to ‘go to China,’” says Dr. Eugene Gu on Twitter, where he shared a video of the angry woman. “Such fascinating yet peculiar behavior, since Karen may soon find herself in need of the nurse’s lifesaving care in the coming months.” (1, 2)
Denver and the Twitterverse
Dr. Gu is not the only one to find the “racist Karen” and her actions repellant. Steve (@szonyc) says that the healthcare worker’s reaction “was instantly evocative of another iconic hero staring down fascists. These #COVIDIOTS are on the wrong side of science and on the wrong side of history. Their selfish disdain for human life is shocking.”
Some users chose to focus instead on the bravery and integrity of the counter-protestors. Brutum Fulmen (@BrutumF) tweeted: “This nurse blocking anti-lockdown protesters in #Denver, #Colorado is my hero of the day!” (2, 3, 4)
Karen Loves Her Country
Though there are many Twitter users condemning both the vitriol in the woman’s rant and the defiance of the law and social distancing guidelines of the public, unfortunately, there are protests popping up all over the United States. Additionally, some believe President Donald Trump is encouraging the protesters. He certainly is not condemning them. During an April 19th press conference, Donald Trump said, “these people love our country,” and that they merely “want to get back to work.” (1)
Josh K. Elliott, of Global News, rejects this idea. These people value “personal freedom over things like public health, common sense or their own lives,” he writes in an article. Unfortunately, they put more than their own lives at risk. With the highly contagious nature of the novel coronavirus, any of these protestors could pick it up and pass it on to someone forced to come into contact with them, whether at a gas station, a grocery store, or in a hospital. (1)
American Lives
Donald Trump also said Sunday that the protesters “want their life back. Their life was taken away from them.”
Yet, these protesters are content to risk taking the lives of others away in a very real and permanent way. They could be spreading COVID-19 and refusing to participate in flattening the curve. And although President Trump might say, “as far as protesters, you know…I’m with everybody. I’m with everybody,” the reality is that one cannot be with everybody at a time like this. As the leader of a great nation, it is the responsibility of the president to protect their citizens. Even though the uncertainty around the economy and unemployment is extremely high, calls to “LIBERATE MICHIGAN” or “LIBERATE MINNESOTA,” as the president has been tweeting, do nothing to calm the populace, fix the economy, or combat the virus. His tweets and remarks about the protesters directly conflict with the White House’s stated social distancing and gathering guidelines. Perhaps it is time for this administration to pick a consistent policy. Hopefully, it is one that will protect the health and safety of all Americans–and let them have their lives. (5)


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-21--“104-Year-Old” Grandpa Expresses Himself With Timeless Style

While most people are always waiting to jump on the latest fashion trends , one Berlin man ’ s timeless style proves that new is not always better .
Though most assume he ’ s seen over a century of life ( they claim he is 104-years-old , when he ’ s only in his 70s ) , Günther Krabbenhöft ’ s 75 years haven ’ t stopped him from expressing himself through his wardrobe .
Sporting an eclectic yet classy 1920s-inspired style , Günther is a trendsetter for Germany ’ s hip Berlin fashion scene .
Fashion photographer Björn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his blog post would go viral .
A fashionably dressed man waiting for a train would be the perfect addition to Akstinat ’ s catalog of Berlin street style ; the photo quickly resonated with the online community .
Günther Krabbenhöft , sporting a red bowler hat , brown tweed jacket , and leather driving gloves , proves to be the hippest grandpa anyone has ever seen .
Günther–who raised a daughter alone and worked as a cook for 50 years–is now retired and the grandfather of two .
His age has no @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s always enjoyed dressing smartly to please himself .
“ I think I ’ m dressed fairly normally .
It has always been this way .
That ’ s how I went to work , that ’ s how I go to fitness training , ” Günther told Akstinat for his blog .
“ I want to look at myself with joy .
It is always a mirror of myself.
” ( 1 ) His fitted 3-piece suits accented with bowties and pocket squares are often accompanied by accessories of a bygone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ chain , and a sleek cane .
Laced leather shoes are the norm , though sporting a stylish sneaker or sleek loafer is also in his repertoire .
No matter what activity is on the agenda , this grandpa always dresses to the nines .
Günther ’ s timeless style is evidence of his zest for life .
While he enjoys the same activities most men his age do–having a coffee with friends or taking a leisurely stroll–this Berlin fashion icon also has a penchant for busting a move on the dance floor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ exclusive nightclub Berghain at least 3 times per week .
And don ’ t think he ’ s gently swaying or swing dancing ; videos on Günther ’ s Instagram dancing to techno music would put many young people ’ s dance moves to shame .
( 2 , 3 ) Since his original photo went viral , demand from fashion photographers has given Günther a new day job .
Aside from his over 56,000 followers on Instagram , this elderly style icon has built an extensive portfolio of his iconic looks .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ in GQ ’ s “ 100 Best Dressed Men In Germany ” are among his accomplishments .
Additionally , Günther ’ s portfolio includes features in campaign ads for Google Play and other large companies .
( 4 ) If Günther ’ s iconic style proves anything , it ’ s that every person at every age can express themselves through their clothing .
Günther thoroughly enjoys life according to his motto : “ Live wild and dangerous.
” Embracing new experiences and connecting with new people–all while looking your best–is in reach @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hipster grandpa proves that clothing can add more joy and spark to our lives .

While most people are always waiting to jump on the latest fashion trends, one Berlin man’s timeless style proves that new is not always better. Though most assume he’s seen over a century of life (they claim he is 104-years-old, when he’s only in his 70s), Günther Krabbenhöft’s 75 years haven’t stopped him from expressing himself through his wardrobe. Sporting an eclectic yet classy 1920s-inspired style, Günther is a trendsetter for Germany’s hip Berlin fashion scene.
Günther’s Timeless Style Discovered
Fashion photographer Björn Akstinat couldn’t have imagined how his blog post would go viral. A fashionably dressed man waiting for a train would be the perfect addition to Akstinat’s catalog of Berlin street style; the photo quickly resonated with the online community. Günther Krabbenhöft, sporting a red bowler hat, brown tweed jacket, and leather driving gloves, proves to be the hippest grandpa anyone has ever seen.
Günther–who raised a daughter alone and worked as a cook for 50 years–is now retired and the grandfather of two. His age has no effect on his style, as he’s always enjoyed dressing smartly to please himself. “I think I’m dressed fairly normally. It has always been this way. That’s how I went to work, that’s how I go to fitness training,” Günther told Akstinat for his blog. “I want to look at myself with joy. It is always a mirror of myself.” (1)
His fitted 3-piece suits accented with bowties and pocket squares are often accompanied by accessories of a bygone era: driving gloves, a pocket-watch chain, and a sleek cane. Laced leather shoes are the norm, though sporting a stylish sneaker or sleek loafer is also in his repertoire. No matter what activity is on the agenda, this grandpa always dresses to the nines.
Living Life To The Full
Günther’s timeless style is evidence of his zest for life. While he enjoys the same activities most men his age do–having a coffee with friends or taking a leisurely stroll–this Berlin fashion icon also has a penchant for busting a move on the dance floor. Berliners can find Günther partying at exclusive nightclub Berghain at least 3 times per week. And don’t think he’s gently swaying or swing dancing; videos on Günther’s Instagram dancing to techno music would put many young people’s dance moves to shame. (2, 3)
Since his original photo went viral, demand from fashion photographers has given Günther a new day job. Aside from his over 56,000 followers on Instagram, this elderly style icon has built an extensive portfolio of his iconic looks. Modeling for numerous designers and placing 10th in GQ’s “100 Best Dressed Men In Germany” are among his accomplishments. Additionally, Günther’s portfolio includes features in campaign ads for Google Play and other large companies. (4)
Finding Timeless Style At Every Age
If Günther’s iconic style proves anything, it’s that every person at every age can express themselves through their clothing. Günther thoroughly enjoys life according to his motto: “Live wild and dangerous.” Embracing new experiences and connecting with new people–all while looking your best–is in reach of everyone regardless of age. This hipster grandpa proves that clothing can add more joy and spark to our lives.


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-21--With South Africa In Lockdown, The Lions Are Taking It Very Easy

The changes in our lives have been coming fast and furious in the early part of 2020 .
Ever since the coronavirus “ situation ” turned into a full-blown pandemic right before our very eyes , life as we know it has shifted rapidly .
First , many of us began working from home .
Those who are essential to report for duty in person and those who are non-essential became a hot topic of debate .
Factories began to shut their doors , self-quarantine became a thing , and all our roots began to show .
Those roots are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of us definitely need to get to the salon… pronto .
But this time is also inviting us to get back to the basics in life .
Right now we are seeing clearer than ever the value in things like growing our own food , baking our own bread , and learning new skills .
It ’ s the value of being quality humans , a functioning part of the ecosystem we all share .
In many ways , it ’ s the animals of this planet who are really showing us the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Their message has been a strong and profound one .
Almost immediately upon the collective human withdrawal indoors , the animals of Earth began taking their space back .
At one time the world ’ s mountains , streams , oceans , and desert plains were home to wild animals too .
But as our factories and endless traffic polluted everything to the point of dysfunction and disease , the animals retreated further and further into the shadows .
The swift undoing of the environmental damage we ’ ve caused can be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the globe .
Almost immediately upon ceasing production in many factories worldwide , the skies brightened up and our lakes , streams , and oceans breathed a sigh of relief .
The animals of South Africa have been enjoying an epic safari adventure of their own if photos out of Kruger National Park are any indication .
In shots taken by park ranger Richard Sowry , we can see a pride of lions , with seemingly no cares at all , relaxing on the warm pavement of a road that ’ s normally @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Kruger media office explained the lions would normally be in the bushes but that they are “ very smart and now they are enjoying the freedom of the park without us ” .
( 1 ) The lions of the park aren ’ t the only ones who seem to have got the memo .
Word that the humans aren ’ t coming out right now has spread all the way to the golf course , where majestic lionesses drink lazily from ponds and hyenas can be seen strutting their stuff ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of course ) .
It ’ s not just South Africa that ’ s getting back to its wild roots .
The news is full of stories these days about animals reclaiming their territory .
As we have collectively settled into this “ new normal ” , it has become more apparent how deeply the actions of humans affect the environment .
When that “ off ” switch was thrown , a lot of things came into sharp relief very quickly .
Moving forward we will have so many opportunities to call upon @ @ @ @ @ @ @ choose a new way of being in the world .
One that is more harmonious and honors the best interests of all forms of life , including our own .

The changes in our lives have been coming fast and furious in the early part of 2020. Ever since the coronavirus “situation” turned into a full-blown pandemic right before our very eyes, life as we know it has shifted rapidly. First, many of us began working from home. Those who are essential to report for duty in person and those who are non-essential became a hot topic of debate. Factories began to shut their doors, self-quarantine became a thing, and all our roots began to show.
Those roots are literal and figurative. Sure, some of us definitely need to get to the salon… pronto. But this time is also inviting us to get back to the basics in life. Right now we are seeing clearer than ever the value in things like growing our own food, baking our own bread, and learning new skills. It’s the value of being quality humans, a functioning part of the ecosystem we all share.
In many ways, it’s the animals of this planet who are really showing us the value of taking it down several notches. Their message has been a strong and profound one. Almost immediately upon the collective human withdrawal indoors, the animals of Earth began taking their space back. At one time the world’s mountains, streams, oceans, and desert plains were home to wild animals too. But as our factories and endless traffic polluted everything to the point of dysfunction and disease, the animals retreated further and further into the shadows.
South Africa Is Wild Again
The swift undoing of the environmental damage we’ve caused can be seen and felt to varying degrees around the globe. Almost immediately upon ceasing production in many factories worldwide, the skies brightened up and our lakes, streams, and oceans breathed a sigh of relief. The animals of South Africa have been enjoying an epic safari adventure of their own if photos out of Kruger National Park are any indication. In shots taken by park ranger Richard Sowry, we can see a pride of lions, with seemingly no cares at all, relaxing on the warm pavement of a road that’s normally busy with traffic. Isaac Phaala from the Kruger media office explained the lions would normally be in the bushes but that they are “very smart and now they are enjoying the freedom of the park without us”. (1)
Kruger visitors that tourists do not normally see. #SALockdown This lion pride are usually resident on Kempiana Contractual Park, an area Kruger tourists do not see. This afternoon they were lying on the tar road just outside of Orpen Rest Camp.
📸Section Ranger Richard Sowry pic.twitter.com/jFUBAWvmsA — Kruger National Park (@SANParksKNP) April 15, 2020
The lions of the park aren’t the only ones who seem to have got the memo. Word that the humans aren’t coming out right now has spread all the way to the golf course, where majestic lionesses drink lazily from ponds and hyenas can be seen strutting their stuff (when the lions aren’t around of course).
Re-balance In The World
It’s not just South Africa that’s getting back to its wild roots. The news is full of stories these days about animals reclaiming their territory. As we have collectively settled into this “new normal”, it has become more apparent how deeply the actions of humans affect the environment. When that “off” switch was thrown, a lot of things came into sharp relief very quickly. Moving forward we will have so many opportunities to call upon our lessons from this time and to choose a new way of being in the world. One that is more harmonious and honors the best interests of all forms of life, including our own.


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-21--Judge Reverses Rollback Of Healthy School Meal Guidelines

In the U.S. , National School Breakfast and Lunch Programs feed about 22 million low-income kids each day .
In an effort to improve the quality of food served by the programs , the Obama administration implemented the 2010 Healthy , Hunger-Free Kids Act .
However , the Trump administration rolled back the nutrition standards in an effort to quell complaints about the costs of the new guidelines .
As a result , a coalition of states and advocacy organizations sued the Trump administration in early April , 2020 and were victorious in the ruling .
( 1 , 2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the Agriculture Department ’ s regulation violated regulatory law .
“ The court concludes that the rule is not inconsistent with federal law , it does not reflect unexplained and arbitrary decision making , it does not represent an unacknowledged and unexplained change in position , and the U.S.D.A .
appropriately responded to public comments , ” ruled U.S. District Judge George J. Hazel .
“ The court does find , however , that the final rule is not a logical outgrowth of the interim final rule , so it must be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the current COVID-19 crisis , the importance of school meal programs has become clear .
School groups are struggling to get meals to children missing out on the programs during school closures .
“ What has become oh so clear in the context of this crisis is how important food access is and how important government policies are to ensuring that people across America have access to nutritious food , ” says Karianne Jones , a lead litigator for Democracy Forward , which represented the Center for Science in the Public Interest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fight against the 2018 rule .
“ But what the Trump administration has done time and again is to roll back federal policies that are designed to ensure that American children can access food.
” ( 1 ) The Obama administration implemented rules to steadily lower sodium levels to ensure they comply with 2010 dietary guidelines .
New guidelines also ensured 50 % of grain products included whole grains and that fruit and vegetables were served daily .
The Trump administration first targeted the change to sodium and whole-grain standards , with further @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fruits and vegetables .
( 1 , 2 ) The reasoning behind the changes to meal standards was that they allegedly placed undue financial burden on schools .
The Trump administration provided an interim rule back in 2017 to give schools more time to address sodium issues .
It also allowed states to grant waivers for the whole grain guidelines if they could prove it was due to hardship .
( 1 ) According to the interim rule , the Agriculture Department states , “ This interim final rule addresses significant challenges faced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ grains , and sodium requirements and their impact on food development and reformulation , menu planning , and school foodservice procurement and contract decisions.
” ( 1 ) The Agriculture Department also says they were simply responding to requests made by those who serve the meals .
“ Schools and school districts continue to tell us that there is still too much food waste and that more common-sense flexibility is needed to provide students nutritious and appetizing meals , ” says Sonny Perdue , the agriculture secretary , in a statement .
( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it differently .
“ By gutting nutrition standards , the administration is really putting these 22 million low-income kids who rely on this food at risk of all sorts of health problems .
Heart disease , diabetes , things that come from establishing a bad diet at a young age , ” she says .
( 1 ) The Agriculture Department “ did not give the public proper notice of what it intended to do in rolling back the standards , ” says Ms. Jones .
“ What it did was fully eliminate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the targets.
” In order for the administration to meet requirements Ms. Jones feels “ they have to propose a rule that is transparent and give the public the ability to comment.
” ( 1 ) “ For many of our students , the meals they receive at school are the only hot nutritious meals they eat during the day , ” attorney general of New York , Letitia James said when the lawsuit was first announced .
“ And access to healthy and nutritious food should never be determined by your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( 3 )

In the U.S., National School Breakfast and Lunch Programs feed about 22 million low-income kids each day. In an effort to improve the quality of food served by the programs, the Obama administration implemented the 2010 Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act. However, the Trump administration rolled back the nutrition standards in an effort to quell complaints about the costs of the new guidelines. As a result, a coalition of states and advocacy organizations sued the Trump administration in early April, 2020 and were victorious in the ruling. (1, 2, 3)
School Meal Regulations Violated Law
According to the ruling, the Agriculture Department’s regulation violated regulatory law. “The court concludes that the rule is not inconsistent with federal law, it does not reflect unexplained and arbitrary decision making, it does not represent an unacknowledged and unexplained change in position, and the U.S.D.A. appropriately responded to public comments,” ruled U.S. District Judge George J. Hazel. “The court does find, however, that the final rule is not a logical outgrowth of the interim final rule, so it must be vacated.” (1)
School Meal Access
In light of the current COVID-19 crisis, the importance of school meal programs has become clear. School groups are struggling to get meals to children missing out on the programs during school closures. “What has become oh so clear in the context of this crisis is how important food access is and how important government policies are to ensuring that people across America have access to nutritious food,” says Karianne Jones, a lead litigator for Democracy Forward, which represented the Center for Science in the Public Interest and Healthy School Food Maryland in the fight against the 2018 rule. “But what the Trump administration has done time and again is to roll back federal policies that are designed to ensure that American children can access food.” (1)
School Meal Sodium And Whole-Grain
The Obama administration implemented rules to steadily lower sodium levels to ensure they comply with 2010 dietary guidelines. New guidelines also ensured 50% of grain products included whole grains and that fruit and vegetables were served daily. The Trump administration first targeted the change to sodium and whole-grain standards, with further changes to limit the need to serve fruits and vegetables. (1, 2)
School Meals Expensive
The reasoning behind the changes to meal standards was that they allegedly placed undue financial burden on schools. The Trump administration provided an interim rule back in 2017 to give schools more time to address sodium issues. It also allowed states to grant waivers for the whole grain guidelines if they could prove it was due to hardship. (1)
According to the interim rule, the Agriculture Department states, “This interim final rule addresses significant challenges faced by local operators regarding milk, whole grains, and sodium requirements and their impact on food development and reformulation, menu planning, and school foodservice procurement and contract decisions.” (1)
School Meals And Waste
The Agriculture Department also says they were simply responding to requests made by those who serve the meals. “Schools and school districts continue to tell us that there is still too much food waste and that more common-sense flexibility is needed to provide students nutritious and appetizing meals,” says Sonny Perdue, the agriculture secretary, in a statement. (2)
However, Ms. Jones sees it differently. “By gutting nutrition standards, the administration is really putting these 22 million low-income kids who rely on this food at risk of all sorts of health problems. Heart disease, diabetes, things that come from establishing a bad diet at a young age,” she says. (1)
School Meal Discrepancies
The Agriculture Department “did not give the public proper notice of what it intended to do in rolling back the standards,” says Ms. Jones. “What it did was fully eliminate the need for schools to ever get to the targets.” In order for the administration to meet requirements Ms. Jones feels “they have to propose a rule that is transparent and give the public the ability to comment.” (1)
“For many of our students, the meals they receive at school are the only hot nutritious meals they eat during the day,” attorney general of New York, Letitia James said when the lawsuit was first announced. “And access to healthy and nutritious food should never be determined by your ZIP code or your socioeconomic status.” (3)


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-22--First Grade Teacher Goes Above And Beyond By Reading To ‘Sad’ Student Outside Her Home Amid Crisis

“ Be mindful of the things that matter.
” “ Understand how deeply your presence can affect another.
” These are two of the lessons brought to us by a touching story out of Panama City , Florida .
Local first-grade teacher Katie Ricca is certainly one busy lady , especially as the coronavirus pandemic continues to play out .
Not only is she currently homeschooling her own five children at home , but she has the 18 students in her regular class that she ’ s now teaching online .
In addition , she has another 18 kids who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ But wait , there ’ s more !
She also runs a cake business with her husband out of the family home , and for good measure , this multi-tasking teacher at North Bay Haven Charter Academy also holds live online storytimes every night for her class of “ very social ” kids .
One night during her online storytime , Katie noticed that one of the students seemed down .
“ Our class tried talking to her but you could tell something was bothering her , ” she told “ Good Morning @ @ @ @ @ @ @ early so I texted her mom to check in .
My sweet student told her mom she was sad but didn ’ t know why.
” It seemed that 7-year-old Hannah was in need of some extra love and attention , and Ricca knew exactly what to do .
She asked Hannah ’ s mom Kelley Close if she could stop by the house the following day , and spend a little time with her .
No internet conference rooms , just a real one-on-one human connection , teacher to student .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the driveway and had Hannah sit about six feet away , ” Close said .
“ She read several books , they talked about our sidewalk drawings and also talked about all of our feelings during this ‘ quarantine season.
’ She reminded Hannah that it ’ s OK to get bummed out every now and then , it ’ s OK to chill out and it ’ s even OK to cry about it if we need to .
She reminded Hannah that even though we ’ re separated , we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thing at the same time.
” You know , those are really nice reminders for almost everyone right about now .
Help A Friend , Help Yourself With a schedule as busy as Mrs. Ricca ’ s certainly is , it makes it even more thoughtful and touching that she would choose to take time out with little Hannah .
There are a few ways she could have handled the situation and still helped her sad student , but Katie Ricca understands the value of relationships and the power of letting people know @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and physically be with her student was as much an act of love as an acknowledgment of her own power to heal .
“ With all the craziness in our world right now , these are the things I want to remember about this time , ” Hannah ’ s mom said .
“ When my daughter has children of her own , this is what I want her to remember about it .
Even though we were all busy and stressed and worried , we made time for the things that mattered @ @

“Be mindful of the things that matter.”
“Understand how deeply your presence can affect another.”
These are two of the lessons brought to us by a touching story out of Panama City, Florida. Local first-grade teacher Katie Ricca is certainly one busy lady, especially as the coronavirus pandemic continues to play out. Not only is she currently homeschooling her own five children at home, but she has the 18 students in her regular class that she’s now teaching online. In addition, she has another 18 kids who participate in her online reading classes. But wait, there’s more! She also runs a cake business with her husband out of the family home, and for good measure, this multi-tasking teacher at North Bay Haven Charter Academy also holds live online storytimes every night for her class of “very social” kids.
Sad Student Gets A Lift
One night during her online storytime, Katie noticed that one of the students seemed down. “Our class tried talking to her but you could tell something was bothering her,” she told “Good Morning America.” “She left the meeting early so I texted her mom to check in. My sweet student told her mom she was sad but didn’t know why.”
It seemed that 7-year-old Hannah was in need of some extra love and attention, and Ricca knew exactly what to do. She asked Hannah’s mom Kelley Close if she could stop by the house the following day, and spend a little time with her. No internet conference rooms, just a real one-on-one human connection, teacher to student.
“Mrs. Ricca sat at the end of the driveway and had Hannah sit about six feet away,” Close said. “She read several books, they talked about our sidewalk drawings and also talked about all of our feelings during this ‘quarantine season.’ She reminded Hannah that it’s OK to get bummed out every now and then, it’s OK to chill out and it’s even OK to cry about it if we need to. She reminded Hannah that even though we’re separated, we’re all going through the same thing at the same time.”
You know, those are really nice reminders for almost everyone right about now.
Help A Friend, Help Yourself
With a schedule as busy as Mrs. Ricca’s certainly is, it makes it even more thoughtful and touching that she would choose to take time out with little Hannah. There are a few ways she could have handled the situation and still helped her sad student, but Katie Ricca understands the value of relationships and the power of letting people know they are seen. Choosing to go and physically be with her student was as much an act of love as an acknowledgment of her own power to heal.
“With all the craziness in our world right now, these are the things I want to remember about this time,” Hannah’s mom said. “When my daughter has children of her own, this is what I want her to remember about it. Even though we were all busy and stressed and worried, we made time for the things that mattered.”


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-22--Nurse Shares Emotional Photo Of Her Family As She Moves Out To Protect Them From Coronavirus

People around the world have applauded hospital workers for risking their own health to care for COVID-19 patients .
But some don ’ t realize that healthcare workers ’ sacrifices extend beyond the walls of the hospital .
Many are choosing to move out of their homes and isolate themselves from their families to protect them from the virus .
( 1 ) Jay Short , a 32-year-old nurse , had to make this tough decision .
She chose to temporarily move out of her home in Northumberland , England to protect her partner and three children from contracting COVID-19 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , one-year-old Lottie , is at increased risk for COVID-19 .
Since her birth , Lottie has been hospitalized for chest infections three times .
( 1 ) To keep her safe , Short is staying with her mother who is a hospital healthcare assistant .
Jay now sees her partner and children only through their front window .
On Facebook , she posted a photo of her partner Ben , holding Lottie up to the window , while their two sons stand next to him .
This post has been liked and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were touched by the photo and Short ’ s words .
( 1 ) “ This is my family , my two sons , my daughter , and my partner .
This is how I get to see them now , through a window for a few minutes of the day , ” Short wrote on Facebook .
( 1 ) The nurse said that she made the decision to move out once she saw other healthcare workers getting sick .
“ That meant it was not just the patients who it was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ — and I knew I couldn ’ t bring it home to my family , ” she told the Daily Mail .
“ Other nurses are going home to their children because they don ’ t have any other choice , but I didn ’ t want to take that risk.
” ( 1 ) But that doesn ’ t mean that it was an easy choice for Short .
“ This has been the hardest decision I have ever had to make .
I don ’ t want to leave them , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I am absolutely heartbroken.
” ( 1 ) In her post , Short highlighted why choosing to move out is worth it for her .
She wrote , “ I am leaving my family , my young children , so I can go to work and care for others .
I will risk my health facing this virus head-on , but I will not be risking anyone else ’ s. ” ( 1 ) A Plea for Help Against Coronavirus Short ended her emotional Facebook post by asking the public for help in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ literally begging you , stay home !
Please just listen to the rules and follow guidelines !
This is not a holiday !
” she wrote on Facebook .
“ This is killing people !
Do not wait for it to kill someone you love before you realize that you could have prevented it.
” ( 1 ) “ My life is upside down without my babies , but I am making this sacrifice for the greater good , ” Short added .
“ To protect the people I love the most and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( 1 ) We send our deepest gratitude to Short and all of the healthcare workers risking their health and sacrificing time with their families to care for COVID-19 patients .
We hope that you will be reunited with your family soon .

Nurse’s Sacrifice During COVID-19
People around the world have applauded hospital workers for risking their own health to care for COVID-19 patients. But some don’t realize that healthcare workers’ sacrifices extend beyond the walls of the hospital. Many are choosing to move out of their homes and isolate themselves from their families to protect them from the virus. (1)
Jay Short, a 32-year-old nurse, had to make this tough decision. She chose to temporarily move out of her home in Northumberland, England to protect her partner and three children from contracting COVID-19. (1)
Her youngest child, one-year-old Lottie, is at increased risk for COVID-19. Since her birth, Lottie has been hospitalized for chest infections three times. (1)
To keep her safe, Short is staying with her mother who is a hospital healthcare assistant. Jay now sees her partner and children only through their front window. On Facebook, she posted a photo of her partner Ben, holding Lottie up to the window, while their two sons stand next to him. This post has been liked and shared thousands of times by people who were touched by the photo and Short’s words. (1)
Nurse Moves Out to Protect Family
“This is my family, my two sons, my daughter, and my partner. This is how I get to see them now, through a window for a few minutes of the day,” Short wrote on Facebook. (1)
The nurse said that she made the decision to move out once she saw other healthcare workers getting sick. “That meant it was not just the patients who it was affecting now, it was staff too — and I knew I couldn’t bring it home to my family,” she told the Daily Mail. “Other nurses are going home to their children because they don’t have any other choice, but I didn’t want to take that risk.” (1)
But that doesn’t mean that it was an easy choice for Short. “This has been the hardest decision I have ever had to make. I don’t want to leave them, but that is me being selfish. I am absolutely heartbroken.” (1)
In her post, Short highlighted why choosing to move out is worth it for her. She wrote, “I am leaving my family, my young children, so I can go to work and care for others. I will risk my health facing this virus head-on, but I will not be risking anyone else’s.” (1)
A Plea for Help Against Coronavirus
Short ended her emotional Facebook post by asking the public for help in beating the coronavirus. “I am literally begging you, stay home! Please just listen to the rules and follow guidelines! This is not a holiday!” she wrote on Facebook. “This is killing people! Do not wait for it to kill someone you love before you realize that you could have prevented it.” (1)
“My life is upside down without my babies, but I am making this sacrifice for the greater good,” Short added. “To protect the people I love the most and care for people who need it.” (1)
We send our deepest gratitude to Short and all of the healthcare workers risking their health and sacrificing time with their families to care for COVID-19 patients. We hope that you will be reunited with your family soon.


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-22--Coronavirus Survivor Who Gave Birth In A Coma Holds Her Baby Girl For The First Time

Frontline respiratory therapist , Angela Primachenko decided it was time to self-isolate when she was 30 weeks pregnant .
She wanted to ensure her 11-month-old daughter , her husband , and her unborn baby were healthy during the coronavirus pandemic .
Unfortunately , within three weeks of being home , she developed a cough .
At a second visit to the hospital where she works , she was admitted for observation .
That evening she went into respiratory distress .
Doctors put Angela into a medically induced coma and she woke to find she had given birth to a beautiful @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , 27 , was hooked up to a ventilator while in an induced coma when her daughter Ava was born .
“ I didn ’ t realize that I had the baby really until I was probably already out of the ICU , ” she says .
“ It still hasn ’ t hit me.
” Her obstetrician called it a “ miraculous ” delivery .
( 1 ) Although Angela doesn ’ t remember the birth , she does remember the joy she felt when she was finally allowed to hold Ava @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Salmon Creek Medical Center in Vancouver , Washington made sure Angela was free of the virus before she held Ava , insisting she pass two consecutive negative tests .
Angela spent time watching Ava on Facetime during the excruciating time between tests .
She was finally allowed to hold her on April 16 , 2020 .
( 1 ) Angela ’ s husband , who was awaiting test results for the virus at the time of the birth , was able to watch the birth via Facetime .
Ava was placed on a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pounds .
Although she remained in the hospital , she was COVID-19 free and doing well .
Ava ’ s dad has since tested negative for the virus .
( 1 ) Leading up to her second emergency visit , Angela suffered from severe breathing difficulties .
“ I was just literally like , ‘ God , just get me through five more minutes.
’ … Because the difficulty with breathing was so much harder .
I ’ m like , gasping for air , you know , at that point , ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ trying to breathe but you just can ’ t. ” ( 1 ) As a respiratory therapist , she knew her difficulty breathing meant she would be intubated .
After being induced into a coma , the medical team decided it was in the best interest of both Angela and the baby to deliver the child .
At the time of the birth , Angela was close to 34 weeks gestation .
( 1 ) “ I am recovering , definitely feeling better every single day .
… It ’ s crazy .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ in bed and I ’ m like ‘ Is this like reality ? '
” she says .
“ There ’ s so many people who are just living in fear every single day .
… I would just say to the moms , I did everything right .
I did all the precautions… and I still got it .
And just life happens .
… I would just say just live life in happiness and joy and community and God.
” ( 1 ) When Angela was wheeled from the ICU , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ava will be home soon , once doctors are satisfied she is feeding properly .
( 1 )

Frontline respiratory therapist, Angela Primachenko decided it was time to self-isolate when she was 30 weeks pregnant. She wanted to ensure her 11-month-old daughter, her husband, and her unborn baby were healthy during the coronavirus pandemic. Unfortunately, within three weeks of being home, she developed a cough. At a second visit to the hospital where she works, she was admitted for observation. That evening she went into respiratory distress. Doctors put Angela into a medically induced coma and she woke to find she had given birth to a beautiful baby daughter. (1)
Miraculous Birth While Mom In Coma
Angela, 27, was hooked up to a ventilator while in an induced coma when her daughter Ava was born. “I didn’t realize that I had the baby really until I was probably already out of the ICU,” she says. “It still hasn’t hit me.” Her obstetrician called it a “miraculous” delivery. (1)
Although Angela doesn’t remember the birth, she does remember the joy she felt when she was finally allowed to hold Ava in her arms. Doctors at Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center in Vancouver, Washington made sure Angela was free of the virus before she held Ava, insisting she pass two consecutive negative tests. Angela spent time watching Ava on Facetime during the excruciating time between tests. She was finally allowed to hold her on April 16, 2020. (1)
Father Watches Birth While Wife In Coma
Angela’s husband, who was awaiting test results for the virus at the time of the birth, was able to watch the birth via Facetime. Ava was placed on a ventilator for a day and weighed 5 pounds. Although she remained in the hospital, she was COVID-19 free and doing well. Ava’s dad has since tested negative for the virus. (1)
Mother In Coma Struggles To Breathe
Leading up to her second emergency visit, Angela suffered from severe breathing difficulties. “I was just literally like, ‘God, just get me through five more minutes.’ … Because the difficulty with breathing was so much harder. I’m like, gasping for air, you know, at that point,” says Angela. “You’re trying to breathe but you just can’t.” (1)
As a respiratory therapist, she knew her difficulty breathing meant she would be intubated. After being induced into a coma, the medical team decided it was in the best interest of both Angela and the baby to deliver the child. At the time of the birth, Angela was close to 34 weeks gestation. (1)
Mom Recovering From Coma And COVID-19
“I am recovering, definitely feeling better every single day. … It’s crazy. … Last night, I was lying in bed and I’m like ‘Is this like reality?'” she says. “There’s so many people who are just living in fear every single day. … I would just say to the moms, I did everything right. I did all the precautions… and I still got it. And just life happens. … I would just say just live life in happiness and joy and community and God.” (1)
When Angela was wheeled from the ICU, her coworkers cheered. Her baby daughter Ava will be home soon, once doctors are satisfied she is feeding properly. (1)


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-23--Bathing in Cannabis: CBD Bath Bombs to Help with Fibromyalgia and Improving Sleep

Depending on your age , when you hear “ bath bombs , ” you think of something different .
If you ’ re in your 20s , you might think of Lush , the popular cosmetics store .
Your grandmother might still think of those oil-filled pearls that dissolve .
But , surely when you think of potential medical aid , “ bath bombs ” are not the words that spring to mind .
However , maybe they should be–because CBD bath bombs are here , and they have the potential to help .
CBD is the acronym for cannabidiol @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of marijuana .
CBD has no psychoactive effects–that ’ s THC–and , as such , can not get you high .
( 1 ) That should be a simple question–but it ’ s not .
It is somewhat legal in every state , but subject to rules and restrictions , while , on a Federal level , it is very much not .
However , CBD restrictions are rarely enforced Federally .
Additionally , whether the CBD comes from marijuana plants or hemp plants can also affect its legality .
( 1 ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ simply to Google “ is CBD legal in ” with whatever state you ’ re in–and please , be sure you find a reliable source .
Your cousin ’ s Facebook status , or a Reddit thread will probably not be where your local government posts their hot news .
That ’ s also a tricky question , mostly because the research hasn ’ t really been done .
It was only at the end of 2015 that the Food and Drug Administration ( FDA ) allowed researchers to begin trials with CBD @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have been shown to be treatable with CBD .
Various forms of childhood epilepsy are one such group of ailments , pain and inflammation are another .
CBD can also help to reduce nausea from chemotherapy and anorexia as well .
“ There ’ s definitely a lack of research on the subject , ” says Dr. Joyce Imahiyerobo-Ip .
“ The studies that are out there suggest that CBD is anti-inflammatory and potentially antimicrobial , meaning it could help fight bacteria and pathogens.
” ( 1 , 2 , 3 ) Medical @ @ @ @ @ @ @ effects , including memory loss and development of cognitive difficulties , as well as the possibility of exacerbating the onset of schizophrenia , if used as an adolescent .
However , maybe you are just interested in pure CBD .
Then it comes down to just knowing what you ’ re getting .
See , the problem with “ pure ” CBD is there ’ s no true way to know if it ’ s pure .
CBD is commonly sold as a supplement , and not regulated by the FDA .
Part @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in case you didn ’ t already know , is to make sure that the products they regulate contain the right amounts of the right ingredients .
There ’ s an obvious danger to putting anything in your body when you don ’ t know exactly what ’ s in it , especially when that something has as much stigma around it as CBD .
( 1 , 2 ) But Does It Help Fibromyalgia and Sleep ?
Again , another question that can ’ t be answered–but this time , it ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t give you the answers you ’ re looking for .
A medical survey failed too .
What this medical survey did was look at the results of four different clinical trials .
They were randomized controlled trials of different lengths , and the results were inconclusive .
People seemed to do okay on them , but not so well that it could be ruled as the definitive cure-all for things like fibromyalgia , osteoarthritis , rheumatoid arthritis , or spinal pain .
In the words of the review , “ there is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ preparations for symptom management in patients with chronic pain associated with rheumatic diseases.
” Anecdotally , people have claimed that CBD helps their insomnia , but so far , no medical studies back those things up .
( 4 ) Should I Use It ?
This is something I can give you an answer for–ask your doctor .
Your doctor is not as cool as me , granted .
In fact , when it comes to asking about substances that may or may not be legal , your doctor may be a total @ @ @ @ @ @ @ knows your medical history , possible drug interactions , details about your body chemistry , and other things you or I may not know .
They may even know some safe and reliable sources to get your CBD from , so you don ’ t have to worry about what it ’ s mixed with .
There ’ s many places online that sell them , as well as a couple guides online for making your own bath bombs .
So what are you waiting for ?
Get that achy bod into a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the fuss is about !

Depending on your age, when you hear “bath bombs,” you think of something different. If you’re in your 20s, you might think of Lush, the popular cosmetics store. Your grandmother might still think of those oil-filled pearls that dissolve. But, surely when you think of potential medical aid, “bath bombs” are not the words that spring to mind. However, maybe they should be–because CBD bath bombs are here, and they have the potential to help.
What Is CBD?
CBD is the acronym for cannabidiol, which is one of the ingredients of marijuana. CBD has no psychoactive effects–that’s THC–and, as such, cannot get you high. (1)
Is CBD legal?
That should be a simple question–but it’s not. It is somewhat legal in every state, but subject to rules and restrictions, while, on a federal level, it is very much not. However, CBD restrictions are rarely enforced federally. Additionally, whether the CBD comes from marijuana plants or hemp plants can also affect its legality. (1) In short, the simplest way is simply to Google “is CBD legal in” with whatever state you’re in–and please, be sure you find a reliable source. Your cousin’s Facebook status or a Reddit thread will probably not be where your local government posts their hot news.
What Can CBD Treat?
That’s also a tricky question, mostly because the research hasn’t really been done. It was only at the end of 2015 that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) allowed researchers to begin trials with CBD.
However, there are conditions that have been shown to be treatable with CBD. Various forms of childhood epilepsy are one such group of ailments, pain and inflammation are another. CBD can also help to reduce nausea from chemotherapy and anorexia as well. “There’s definitely a lack of research on the subject,” says Dr. Joyce Imahiyerobo-Ip. “The studies that are out there suggest that CBD is anti-inflammatory and potentially antimicrobial, meaning it could help fight bacteria and pathogens.” (1, 2, 3)
Are There Side Effects?
Medical marijuana is thought to have potential side effects, including memory loss and development of cognitive difficulties, as well as the possibility of exacerbating the onset of schizophrenia, if used as an adolescent. However, maybe you are just interested in pure CBD. Then it comes down to just knowing what you’re getting. See, the problem with “pure” CBD is there’s no true way to know if it’s pure. CBD is commonly sold as a supplement, and not regulated by the FDA. Part of the FDA’s job, in case you didn’t already know, is to make sure that the products they regulate contain the right amounts of the right ingredients. There’s an obvious danger to putting anything in your body when you don’t know exactly what’s in it, especially when that something has as much stigma around it as CBD. (1, 2)
But Does It Help Fibromyalgia and Sleep?
Again, another question that can’t be answered–but this time, it’s not just me who can’t give you the answers you’re looking for. A medical survey failed too.
What this medical survey did was look at the results of four different clinical trials. They were randomized controlled trials of different lengths, and the results were inconclusive. People seemed to do okay on them, but not so well that it could be ruled as the definitive cure-all for things like fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or spinal pain. In the words of the review, “there is insufficient evidence for recommendation for any cannabinoid preparations for symptom management in patients with chronic pain associated with rheumatic diseases.”
Anecdotally, people have claimed that CBD helps their insomnia, but so far, no medical studies back those things up. (4)
Should I Use It?
This is something I can give you an answer for–ask your doctor. Your doctor is not as cool as me, granted. In fact, when it comes to asking about substances that may or may not be legal, your doctor may be a total square. But he or she also knows your medical history, possible drug interactions, details about your body chemistry, and other things you or I may not know. They may even know some safe and reliable sources to get your CBD from, so you don’t have to worry about what it’s mixed with.
So? Bath Bombs?
There are many places online that sell them, as well as a couple of guides online for making your own bath bombs. So what are you waiting for? Get that achy bod into a bath and see for yourself what all the fuss is about!


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-23--Norwegian Billionaire Funds World’s Largest Yacht to Clean Up Ocean Plastic

The pollution of our oceans may be one of the biggest crises we face in the modern world .
Yet , no matter how many pictures of aquatic animals strangled by plastic rings , it seems that cleaning the ocean is low on the priority list .
One man is using his enormous fortune to change all that , as well as research overfishing and climate change .
Being # 1267 on the Forbes list might not immediately convey wealth and status .
But , as of April 23rd , 2020 , that number equals approximately 2.1 billion dollars .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Kjell Inge Røkke , 61 .
He ’ s a Norweigan citizen , and currently resides there , but his first foray into his future started in Seattle .
There , he sold fish directly from a boat , before he went back to Norway to build “ a fleet and a reputation.
” Now , he owns 67 % of shipping and offshore drilling company , Aker .
Since 2011 , his net worth has ranged between 1.6 and 4.3 billion–but he ’ s remained a billionaire for the better part of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( 1 ) In 2017 , Røkke commissioned a ship 600 feet long–the largest of its kind .
What was it ?
A new superyacht ?
Actually , it ’ s a research ship , named the Research Expedition Vessel .
It costs $ 350 million to build , and Røkke has pledged another $ 150 million to keep it running for three years .
It ’ ll have a variety of trawls to collect samples , a remotely operated vehicle ( ROV ) , helicopters that carry autonomous underwater vehicles ( AUVs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for 60 researchers .
Even better ?
Those researchers will be able to stay on for free .
The ship is fitted to withstand all kinds of conditions and travel around the world .
The mission is to find solutions to problems like ocean acidification , overfishing , and pollution .
The plan is currently for the ship to launch in 2021 .
( 1 , 2 ) In March and April 2020 , the REV Ocean company put out a call for proposals .
The proposals , for research projects that will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will help them find the scientists to man the vessel as it launches .
However , what if you long to see the ship , but have no scientific gifts ?
Assuming you are a friend of Kjell Inge Røkke–or very wealthy in your own right–your dreams may be in reach .
When not conducting research , the REV will be able to be used as a luxury yacht -- and Røkke has plans to allow people to charter the vessel for private use .
The funds will then go back into financing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ think this is an excuse to build a personal yacht and write it off on his taxes .
Røkke takes his goals of bettering the environment seriously .
“ The REV will be a platform for gathering knowledge , ” he says .
“ I would like to welcome researchers , environmental groups , and other institutions on board , to acquire new skills to evolve innovative solutions to address challenges and opportunities connected to the seas.
” ( 3 , 4 )

The pollution of our oceans may be one of the biggest crises we face in the modern world. Yet, no matter how many pictures of aquatic animals strangled by plastic rings, it seems that cleaning the ocean is low on the priority list. One man is using his enormous fortune to change all that, as well as research overfishing and climate change.
The Self-Made Man
Being #1267 on the Forbes list might not immediately convey wealth and status. But, as of April 23rd, 2020, that number equals approximately 2.1 billion dollars. The name next to that position? Kjell Inge Røkke, 61. He’s a Norweigan citizen, and currently resides there, but his first foray into his future started in Seattle. There, he sold fish directly from a boat, before he went back to Norway to build “a fleet and a reputation.” Now, he owns 67% of shipping and offshore drilling company, Aker. Since 2011, his net worth has ranged between 1.6 and 4.3 billion–but he’s remained a billionaire for the better part of a decade, despite these fluctuations. (1)
The REV
In 2017, Røkke commissioned a ship 600 feet long–the largest of its kind. What was it? A new superyacht? Actually, it’s a research ship, named the Research Expedition Vessel. It costs $350 million to build, and Røkke has pledged another $150 million to keep it running for three years. It’ll have a variety of trawls to collect samples, a remotely operated vehicle (ROV), helicopters that carry autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), wet labs, and room for 60 researchers. Even better? Those researchers will be able to stay on for free. The ship is fitted to withstand all kinds of conditions and travel around the world. The mission is to find solutions to problems like ocean acidification, overfishing, and pollution. The plan is currently for the ship to launch in 2021. (1, 2)
Chartering the REV
In March and April 2020, the REV Ocean company put out a call for proposals. The proposals, for research projects that will fit into REV’s mission, will help them find the scientists to man the vessel as it launches. However, what if you long to see the ship, but have no scientific gifts? Assuming you are a friend of Kjell Inge Røkke–or very wealthy in your own right–your dreams may be in reach. When not conducting research, the REV will be able to be used as a luxury yacht--and Røkke has plans to allow people to charter the vessel for private use. The funds will then go back into financing the research. But don’t think this is an excuse to build a personal yacht and write it off on his taxes. Røkke takes his goals of bettering the environment seriously. “The REV will be a platform for gathering knowledge,” he says. “I would like to welcome researchers, environmental groups, and other institutions on board, to acquire new skills to evolve innovative solutions to address challenges and opportunities connected to the seas.” (3, 4)


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-23--More Evidence Supports COVID-19/Guillain-Barré Link

Studies and case reports are emerging showing a link between COVID-19 and Guillain-Barrè syndrome .
People with severe cases of the virus may develop Guillain-Barrè , a serious nervous system disorder .
( 1 ) Guillain-Barre syndrome is a rare disorder .
It causes the immune system to attack the nerves .
For people who develop it , early symptoms include tingling and weakness in the extremities .
It can become increasingly serious , even resulting in total paralysis .
( 2 ) “ Guillain-Barre syndrome is a well-known condition in which one ’ s immune system targets peripheral nerves @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the cardinal features of the disease , ” Dr. Anthony Geraci told WebMD .
Geraci is the director of neuromuscular medicine at Northwell Health in Great Neck , N.Y. ( 1 ) There is not a cure for Guillain-Barrè syndrome .
However , there are treatments that can alleviate its symptoms and abbreviate how long a patient has to endure the illness .
Many people recover from the nervous system disorder , although they may have lingering symptoms , like fatigue , numbness , and weakness .
( 2 ) Guillain-Barrè often @ @ @ @ @ @ @ serious case of a virus or other infectious disease .
It usually occurs after a respiratory or digestive tract infection , so it ’ s not altogether surprising that there is a link to COVID-19 .
( 1 , 2 ) • None tingling and prickling in the fingers , wrists , toes , or ankles • None weakness beginning in the legs and spreading to the upper body • None walking unsteadily or being unable to walk • None being unable to climb the stairs • None eye and facial movements become @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and swallowing • None aches , pain , and cramps that might get worse at night • None challenging to control the bladder or to use the bowels It is possible for these symptoms to worsen rapidly , which could require hospitalization .
Patients with Guillain-Barrè should seek emergency medical attention if they are having difficulty breathing or swallowing or if they have quickly expanding tingling or weakness .
( 2 ) Case studies following a 65-year-old man and a 61-year-old woman who developed symptoms of Guillain-Barrè syndrome were published in early and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the New England Journal of Medicine on April 17 , 2020 , examined five COVID-19 patients who exhibited symptoms of the nervous system disorder in Pavia , Italy .
( 3 , 4 , 5 ) According to the study , 1,200 patients were treated for COVID-19 by three hospitals in Pavia between February 28 and March 21 .
Doctors noticed five patients who showed symptoms of Guillain-Barrè .
( 1 , 5 ) The researchers observed that Guillain-Barrè symptoms appeared between five and 10 days after the emergence of COVID-19 symptoms @ @ @ @ @ @ @ immune globulin therapy for the purpose of improving the immune response to the virus .
One patient was also treated with the blood plasma of a survivor of COVID-19 to introduce antibodies to fight the virus .
( 1 , 5 ) The patients ’ levels of recovery varied greatly .
After a month of treatment , one patient was discharged and could walk independently .
Two patients were still in the intensive care unit ( ICU ) on ventilators .
And the last two were experiencing flaccid paraplegia with minimal upper-limb movement @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
( 1 , 5 ) The study only found five out of 1,200 COVID-19 patients in Pavia , Italy to have symptoms of Guillain-Barrè .
So the syndrome is still rare .
But it can also be difficult to tell if COVID-19 patients in the ICU demonstrate symptoms of the nervous system disorder , as many are sedated and on mechanical ventilators .
( 1 ) “ In those cases , weakness and sensory loss can be very difficult to identify if they are not awake , moving their limbs , or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ experiencing , ” Dr. Sami Saba , a neurologist at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City , told WebMD .
( 1 ) “ However , ” Saba continued , “ since Guillain-Barre can affect the muscles that help us breathe , it will be very important to consider the diagnosis in those who have trouble coming off the ventilator , especially if their lung function looks to be recovering.
” ( 1 ) Doctors will need to use several tests to confirm a diagnosis of the nervous system disorder .
Knowledge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and COVID-19 could be helpful for patients who are struggling to improve , even if chest imaging suggests that they should be .
( 1 )

Link Between COVID-19 and Guillain-Barrè Syndrome
Studies and case reports are emerging showing a link between COVID-19 and Guillain-Barrè syndrome. People with severe cases of the virus may develop Guillain-Barrè, a serious nervous system disorder. (1)
Guillain-Barre syndrome is a rare disorder. It causes the immune system to attack the nerves. For people who develop it, early symptoms include tingling and weakness in the extremities. It can become increasingly serious, even resulting in total paralysis. (2)
“Guillain-Barre syndrome is a well-known condition in which one’s immune system targets peripheral nerves as foreign and attacks them, resulting in the cardinal features of the disease,” Dr. Anthony Geraci told WebMD. Geraci is the director of neuromuscular medicine at Northwell Health in Great Neck, N.Y. (1)
Guillain-Barrè Syndrome
There is not a cure for Guillain-Barrè syndrome. However, there are treatments that can alleviate its symptoms and abbreviate how long a patient has to endure the illness. Many people recover from the nervous system disorder, although they may have lingering symptoms, like fatigue, numbness, and weakness. (2)
Guillain-Barrè often develops after a patient has contracted a serious case of a virus or other infectious disease. It usually occurs after a respiratory or digestive tract infection, so it’s not altogether surprising that there is a link to COVID-19. (1, 2)
Symptoms of the nervous system disorder include: (2)
tingling and prickling in the fingers, wrists, toes, or ankles
weakness beginning in the legs and spreading to the upper body
walking unsteadily or being unable to walk
being unable to climb the stairs
eye and facial movements become difficult, including talking, chewing, and swallowing
aches, pain, and cramps that might get worse at night
accelerated heart rate
challenging to control the bladder or to use the bowels
blood pressure is low or high
difficulty breathing
It is possible for these symptoms to worsen rapidly, which could require hospitalization. Patients with Guillain-Barrè should seek emergency medical attention if they are having difficulty breathing or swallowing or if they have quickly expanding tingling or weakness. (2)
Guillain-Barrè in Italian COVID-19 Patients
Case studies following a 65-year-old man and a 61-year-old woman who developed symptoms of Guillain-Barrè syndrome were published in early and mid-April 2020. A study, published in the New England Journal of Medicine on April 17, 2020, examined five COVID-19 patients who exhibited symptoms of the nervous system disorder in Pavia, Italy. (3, 4, 5)
According to the study, 1,200 patients were treated for COVID-19 by three hospitals in Pavia between February 28 and March 21. Doctors noticed five patients who showed symptoms of Guillain-Barrè. (1, 5)
The researchers observed that Guillain-Barrè symptoms appeared between five and 10 days after the emergence of COVID-19 symptoms. The five patients were treated with immune globulin therapy for the purpose of improving the immune response to the virus. One patient was also treated with the blood plasma of a survivor of COVID-19 to introduce antibodies to fight the virus. (1, 5)
The patients’ levels of recovery varied greatly. After a month of treatment, one patient was discharged and could walk independently. Two patients were still in the intensive care unit (ICU) on ventilators. And the last two were experiencing flaccid paraplegia with minimal upper-limb movement. They were both receiving physical therapy. (1, 5)
Syndrome Remains Rare
The study only found five out of 1,200 COVID-19 patients in Pavia, Italy to have symptoms of Guillain-Barrè. So the syndrome is still rare. But it can also be difficult to tell if COVID-19 patients in the ICU demonstrate symptoms of the nervous system disorder, as many are sedated and on mechanical ventilators. (1)
“In those cases, weakness and sensory loss can be very difficult to identify if they are not awake, moving their limbs, or able to tell you what they are experiencing,” Dr. Sami Saba, a neurologist at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City, told WebMD. (1)
“However,” Saba continued, “since Guillain-Barre can affect the muscles that help us breathe, it will be very important to consider the diagnosis in those who have trouble coming off the ventilator, especially if their lung function looks to be recovering.” (1)
Doctors will need to use several tests to confirm a diagnosis of the nervous system disorder. Knowledge of this possible link between the syndrome and COVID-19 could be helpful for patients who are struggling to improve, even if chest imaging suggests that they should be. (1)


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-23--A Remote Irish Island Was Looking For Two Friends To Live There For Free And Run Its Coffee Shop

Calling all introverts , married couples , and BFFs !
If you ’ ve ever thought of packing it all in and moving to some faraway island where everyone will just leave you alone forever , there ’ s hope for you off the coast of Ireland .
The job vacancy advertisement posted to Twitter was simple and to the point : “ A unique position required — looking for long term management of Island Accommodation and Coffee Shop .
Couple or two friends.
” ( 1 ) As you might expect it went viral , like real fast .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ be , is not for the faint of heart .
The Great Blasket Island is a remote island located off the coast of Ireland , and when you ’ re here , you ’ re definitely “ roughing it ” as they say .
The three available cottage rentals are appointed with only the bare necessities , and electricity and hot showers are not among them .
But for the right kind of traveler , this could be an ideal situation .
These “ bare necessities ” might even enhance the experience for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ something you could get into , Alice and Billy will be your new coworkers .
They are looking for a “ fit , hardworking and enthusiastic duo , ” to serve breakfast , handle turnover of the cottages for new guests , run the coffee shop , clean the chicken coop , water the plants and light the fireplaces for guests .
( 1 ) Since you ’ ll be running the coffee shop , that ’ s the place you ’ ll hang your hat too .
The apartment above the coffee @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of those “ bare necessities ” , and ready for you to take over .
Though your life is about to be simplified ( understatement of the year ) , on the plus side you won ’ t be doing any laundry during your time here .
There ’ s not a washing machine to be found on the whole island , actually .
That ’ s right , all your unmentionables will be someone else ’ s problem .
Someone far , far away from you .
The simple life is definitely @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Some might say too simple .
But as you start to learn a little more about it , and see some of the photos on the website , it begins to grow on you .
( 2 ) The wide-open spaces , rolling green hills , and big blue sky have a way of drawing you in .
Almost like an invitation made by Mother Nature herself : “ Come join me.
” The gig runs from April 1 , 2020 , through October 2020 ; but , unfortunately , it looks like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bad too – with the coronavirus pandemic likely to affect your plans throughout the entirety of 2020 , you might as well have gone to join Alice and Billy on the island .
It could have been an experience you wouldn ’ t soon forget , and when people ask you how you passed the time during quarantine , you would have had some great stories to share .
Did you know Great Basket Island has its very own resident dolphin named Fungie ?
( 2 ) Maybe you can cash in on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ role next year so you can write a book !

Calling all introverts, married couples, and BFFs! If you’ve ever thought of packing it all in and moving to some faraway island where everyone will just leave you alone forever, there’s hope for you off the coast of Ireland.
The job vacancy advertisement posted to Twitter was simple and to the point: “A unique position required — looking for long term management of Island Accommodation and Coffee Shop. Couple or two friends.” (1)
As you might expect it went viral, like real fast.
Roughing It
This role, tempting though it may be, is not for the faint of heart. The Great Blasket Island is a remote island located off the coast of Ireland, and when you’re here, you’re definitely “roughing it” as they say. The three available cottage rentals are appointed with only the bare necessities, and electricity and hot showers are not among them. But for the right kind of traveler, this could be an ideal situation. These “bare necessities” might even enhance the experience for some.
If this is sounding like something you could get into, Alice and Billy will be your new coworkers. They are looking for a “fit, hardworking and enthusiastic duo,” to serve breakfast, handle turnover of the cottages for new guests, run the coffee shop, clean the chicken coop, water the plants and light the fireplaces for guests. (1)
Since you’ll be running the coffee shop, that’s the place you’ll hang your hat too. The apartment above the coffee shop is cozy, equipped with more of those “bare necessities”, and ready for you to take over. Though your life is about to be simplified (understatement of the year), on the plus side you won’t be doing any laundry during your time here. There’s not a washing machine to be found on the whole island, actually. That’s right, all your unmentionables will be someone else’s problem. Someone far, far away from you.
Celebrate Mother Nature
The simple life is definitely found here on Great Blasket Island. Some might say too simple. But as you start to learn a little more about it, and see some of the photos on the website, it begins to grow on you. (2) The wide-open spaces, rolling green hills, and big blue sky have a way of drawing you in. Almost like an invitation made by Mother Nature herself: “Come join me.”
The gig runs from April 1, 2020, through October 2020; but, unfortunately, it looks like the post has been filled. Too bad too – with the coronavirus pandemic likely to affect your plans throughout the entirety of 2020, you might as well have gone to join Alice and Billy on the island. It could have been an experience you wouldn’t soon forget, and when people ask you how you passed the time during quarantine, you would have had some great stories to share. Did you know Great Basket Island has its very own resident dolphin named Fungie? (2) Maybe you can cash in on this once in a lifetime coffee shop role next year so you can write a book!


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-23--20 Quotes That Inspire People with Depression | 5 Min Read

This time of self-quarantine and social distancing has a hard-to-deny side effect : Frankly , it ’ s just a flat out bummer sometimes .
So many people out there are facing job layoffs and difficulty qualifying for unemployment .
Foodbank lines are miles long as people try desperately to put food on the table for their families .
Horrific accounts from those who have lived through the worst of COVID-19 play on our worst fears .
The news… the incessant , invasive news coming at us from all angles can be way too much .
How do we begin @ @ @ @ @ @ @ alone what is even true ?
On top of all of this , we ’ re stuck at home .
Outside is no place for anyone right now , so inside we stay .
And further inward we tend to go .
For some , this rabbit hole leads to depression .
While happy thoughts , of course , can ’ t just magically make it all better , our thoughts do become things .
What we dwell on receives the attention it needs to grow , so focus on the empowering and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bring a smile to your face , and invite hope into your heart .
Here are 20 quotes I particularly love .
If you ’ re suffering right now , I hope that something in here offers a bit of light .
• None There is no person in this whole world who is a mistake , no matter how different that person may seem .
– Fred Rogers • None No darkness lasts forever .
And even there , there are stars .
– Ursula K. Le Guin ( The Farthest Shore @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you you ’ ve always felt this way , and you always will .
But you haven ’ t , and you won ’ t .
– Halley Cornell Depression lies .
It tells you you ’ ve always felt this way , and you always will .
But you haven ’ t , and you won ’ t .
– Halley Cornell • None No storm , not even the one in your life , can last forever .
The storm is just passing over .
– Iyanla Vanzant • None The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
– Charlotte Brontë • None There are times when explanations , no matter how reasonable , just don ’ t seem to help .
– Fred Rogers • None All obstacles that are perceived with love can transform into the greatest life lessons .
– Gabby Bernstein • None There is no normal life that is free of pain .
It ’ s the very wrestling with our problems that can be the impetus for our growth .
– Fred Rogers • None If you are depressed and anxious , the main @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : your pain makes sense .
It has meaning .
You aren ’ t a machine with broken parts .
You are a human being with unmet needs .
Don ’ t let anyone tell you you ’ re crazy or broken .
You deserve love and practical support .
– Johann Hari • None There will always be suffering .
But we must not suffer over the suffering .
– Alan Watts • None It is in dialogue with pain that many beautiful things acquire their value .
– Alain de Botton @ @ @ @ @ @ @ None There are moments when troubles enter our lives and we can do nothing to avoid them .
But they are there for a reason .
Only when we have overcome them we will understand why they were there .
– Paulo Coelho • None Depression is , in part , grief for your own life not turning out how it should ; grief for your own needs not being met .
– Johann Hari • None The wound is the place where the light enters you .
– Rumi • None Depressed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from the character you ’ ve been playing in the world .
– Jim Carrey • None With depression , one of the most important things you could realize is that you ’ re not alone .
– Dwayne Johnson • None I need one of those long hugs where you kinda forget whatever else is happening around you for a minute .
– Marilyn Monroe • None I struggled with anxiety and depression and questioned whether or not I wanted to be alive anymore .
It was when I hit this low @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ask for the help of a licensed therapist .
This decision ultimately helped save my life .
You don ’ t have to wait for things .
– Michael Phelps • None You can ’ t stay in your corner of the Forest waiting for others to come to you .
You have to go to them sometimes .
– Winnie the Pooh • You are strong .
You are beautiful .
You are resilient .
You are loved .
You are capable .
You are not weak .
You are not defected @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are not a lost cause .
You are not different .
– The Anxiety Man Here ’ s one last quote from our friend Pooh that I hope will touch your heart : Promise me you ’ ll always remember : You ’ re braver than you believe , and stronger than you seem , and smarter than you think .
-Winnie the Pooh

This time of self-quarantine and social distancing has a hard-to-deny side effect: Frankly, it’s just a flat out bummer sometimes.
So many people out there are facing job layoffs and difficulty qualifying for unemployment. Foodbank lines are miles long as people try desperately to put food on the table for their families. Horrific accounts from those who have lived through the worst of COVID-19 play on our worst fears. The news… the incessant, invasive news coming at us from all angles can be way too much. How do we begin to discern what matters most, let alone what is even true?
On top of all of this, we’re stuck at home. Outside is no place for anyone right now, so inside we stay. And further inward we tend to go. For some, this rabbit hole leads to depression.
While happy thoughts, of course, can’t just magically make it all better, our thoughts do become things. What we dwell on receives the attention it needs to grow, so focus on the empowering and uplifting stuff. Dwell on thoughts that bring a smile to your face, and invite hope into your heart.
Here are 20 quotes I particularly love. If you’re suffering right now, I hope that something in here offers a bit of light.
There is no person in this whole world who is a mistake, no matter how different that person may seem. – Fred Rogers No darkness lasts forever. And even there, there are stars. – Ursula K. Le Guin (The Farthest Shore) Depression lies. It tells you you’ve always felt this way, and you always will. But you haven’t, and you won’t. – Halley Cornell No storm, not even the one in your life, can last forever. The storm is just passing over. – Iyanla Vanzant The shadows are as important as the light. – Charlotte Brontë There are times when explanations, no matter how reasonable, just don’t seem to help. – Fred Rogers All obstacles that are perceived with love can transform into the greatest life lessons. – Gabby Bernstein There is no normal life that is free of pain. It’s the very wrestling with our problems that can be the impetus for our growth. – Fred Rogers If you are depressed and anxious , the main thing I want to tell you is: your pain makes sense. It has meaning. You aren’t a machine with broken parts. You are a human being with unmet needs. Don’t let anyone tell you you’re crazy or broken. You deserve love and practical support. – Johann Hari There will always be suffering. But we must not suffer over the suffering. – Alan Watts It is in dialogue with pain that many beautiful things acquire their value. – Alain de Botton (The Architecture of Happiness) There are moments when troubles enter our lives and we can do nothing to avoid them. But they are there for a reason. Only when we have overcome them we will understand why they were there. – Paulo Coelho Depression is, in part, grief for your own life not turning out how it should; grief for your own needs not being met. – Johann Hari The wound is the place where the light enters you. – Rumi Depressed means you need “deep rest” from the character you’ve been playing in the world. – Jim Carrey With depression, one of the most important things you could realize is that you’re not alone. – Dwayne Johnson I need one of those long hugs where you kinda forget whatever else is happening around you for a minute. – Marilyn Monroe I struggled with anxiety and depression and questioned whether or not I wanted to be alive anymore. It was when I hit this low that I decided to reach out and ask for the help of a licensed therapist. This decision ultimately helped save my life. You don’t have to wait for things. – Michael Phelps You can’t stay in your corner of the Forest waiting for others to come to you. You have to go to them sometimes. – Winnie the Pooh You are strong. You are beautiful. You are resilient. You are loved. You are capable. You are not weak. You are not defected. You are not weird. You are not a lost cause. You are not different. – The Anxiety Man
Here’s one last quote from our friend Pooh that I hope will touch your heart:
Promise me you’ll always remember: You’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. -Winnie the Pooh


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-24--Spike In Sea Turtle Nests As Beaches Left Empty From Lockdown

As people around the world are staying home during coronavirus lockdowns , animals seem to be benefiting greatly .
And sea turtles are no exception .
The endangered sea creatures are flourishing in both Florida and Thailand .
( 1 , 2 ) Sea turtles can be found in all of the planet ’ s oceans , except for the Arctic and Antarctic .
They make yearly migration between feeding and breeding areas .
After mating in the ocean , they travel to beaches to lay their eggs .
Females dig a hole in the sand , lay their eggs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and go back to the ocean .
( 3 ) The eggs take about 60 days to hatch .
Then , the hatchlings must make their own way to the ocean at night .
They risk being killed by crabs and seabirds , and they may also be confused by lights from buildings along the coastline .
The hatchlings can be tricked by these lights and head in the wrong direction instead of following the natural light of the horizon into the sea .
( 3 ) There are seven species of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ oceans .
Six of those species are endangered , mostly as a consequence of human activities including hunting , pollution , and climate change .
Sea turtles are also often accidentally caught and killed in fishing nets .
( 3 ) The decrease in human activity is allowing sea turtles to thrive .
Two weeks into the summer nesting season , the staff at Loggerhead MarineLife Center in Juno Beach , Florida had found 76 leatherback sea turtle nests in the area they oversee .
They described this as a significant increase from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ previous year .
( 1 ) The center ’ s staff hope that this will be a prosperous nesting season for the endangered leatherback sea turtles .
Loggerhead turtles , which are considered vulnerable , also nest in Juno Beach .
The center ’ s staff believe that loggerheads too could benefit from decreased human activity on the beaches .
( 1 ) “ We ’ re excited to see our turtles thrive in this environment , ” Sarah Hirsch , the Loggerhead MarineLife Center ’ s senior manager of research and data @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Beach .
“ Our world has changed , but these turtles have been doing this for millions of years and it ’ s just reassuring and gives us hope that the world is still going on.
” ( 1 ) David Godfrey , the executive director of the Sea Turtle Conservancy , told The Guardian that sea turtles will benefit from lockdown in several different ways .
“ The chances that turtles are going to be inadvertently struck and killed will be lower , ” he said .
( 1 ) “ Ingestion @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also are leading causes of injury to sea turtles , ” Godfrey continued .
“ All of the reduced human presence on the beach also means that there will be less garbage and other plastics entering the marine environment.
” ( 1 ) Usually , only one in every 1,000 sea turtle hatchling survives .
The number of hatchlings that die is higher on beaches with greater tourist activity .
( 1 ) “ We expect that thousands of hatchlings that ordinarily would be disoriented by lights this nesting season will not be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to reach the sea , ” Godfrey said .
( 1 ) The advantages for sea turtles aren ’ t confined to Florida .
This spring , beaches in Thailand have the highest number of nests in 20 years .
Hopefully , endangered sea turtles will see a boost in their population this year .
( 2 )

Sea Turtles Thriving During Lockdown
As people around the world are staying home during coronavirus lockdowns, animals seem to be benefiting greatly. And sea turtles are no exception. The endangered sea creatures are flourishing in both Florida and Thailand. (1, 2)
Sea turtles can be found in all of the planet’s oceans, except for the Arctic and Antarctic. They make yearly migration between feeding and breeding areas. After mating in the ocean, they travel to beaches to lay their eggs. Females dig a hole in the sand, lay their eggs in it, cover them back up, and go back to the ocean. (3)
The eggs take about 60 days to hatch. Then, the hatchlings must make their own way to the ocean at night. They risk being killed by crabs and seabirds, and they may also be confused by lights from buildings along the coastline. The hatchlings can be tricked by these lights and head in the wrong direction instead of following the natural light of the horizon into the sea. (3)
There are seven species of sea turtles swimming the world’s oceans. Six of those species are endangered, mostly as a consequence of human activities including hunting, pollution, and climate change. Sea turtles are also often accidentally caught and killed in fishing nets. (3)
Increased Sea Turtle Nests in Florida
The decrease in human activity is allowing sea turtles to thrive. Two weeks into the summer nesting season, the staff at Loggerhead MarineLife Center in Juno Beach, Florida had found 76 leatherback sea turtle nests in the area they oversee. They described this as a significant increase from the same period of time during the previous year. (1)
The center’s staff hope that this will be a prosperous nesting season for the endangered leatherback sea turtles. Loggerhead turtles, which are considered vulnerable, also nest in Juno Beach. The center’s staff believe that loggerheads too could benefit from decreased human activity on the beaches. (1)
“We’re excited to see our turtles thrive in this environment,” Sarah Hirsch, the Loggerhead MarineLife Center’s senior manager of research and data, told Channel 12 in West Palm Beach. “Our world has changed, but these turtles have been doing this for millions of years and it’s just reassuring and gives us hope that the world is still going on.” (1)
Lockdown Advantages for Sea Turtles
David Godfrey, the executive director of the Sea Turtle Conservancy, told The Guardian that sea turtles will benefit from lockdown in several different ways. “The chances that turtles are going to be inadvertently struck and killed will be lower,” he said. (1)
“Ingestion and entanglement in plastic and marine debris also are leading causes of injury to sea turtles,” Godfrey continued. “All of the reduced human presence on the beach also means that there will be less garbage and other plastics entering the marine environment.” (1)
Usually, only one in every 1,000 sea turtle hatchling survives. The number of hatchlings that die is higher on beaches with greater tourist activity. (1)
“We expect that thousands of hatchlings that ordinarily would be disoriented by lights this nesting season will not be, and are more likely to survive to reach the sea,” Godfrey said. (1)
The advantages for sea turtles aren’t confined to Florida. This spring, beaches in Thailand have the highest number of nests in 20 years. Hopefully, endangered sea turtles will see a boost in their population this year. (2)