healthyfoodhouse--2020-06-18--Parasitic Worm Populations Are Skyrocketing In Some Fish Species Used In Sushi

If you love sushi , we might end up disappointing you , but that is not our intention .
Yet , next time you are going out for this delicacy with your friends , make sure you are more mindful .
Namely , according to a report published in Global Change Biology on March 19 , the rate of fish infected with the anisakis parasite has increased by 283 times since the 1970s .
Chelsea Wood at the University of Washington in Seattle and her colleagues analyzed the abundance of Anisakis , or herring worm , between 1978 and 2015 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ number of parasites per fish from 123 studies , which involved 56,778 fish across 215 species .
These parasitic nematodes ( worms ) and are also known as whale worms and are found in marine life , including fish and mammals .
They can grow up to 2 cm , and if consumed , they can lead to vomiting and diarrhea .
The infection is called Anisakiasis , and if it occurs , one develops symptoms such as abdominal pain , a tingling sensation , bloating , nausea , mild fever , blood @ @ @ @ @ @ @ allergic reactions .
These parasites are not contagious .
So even if a person gets infected , the human-to-human transmission is impossible .
The 1967 analysis found more than 55,000 species of the worm in 215 different species of fish .
In the late ‘ 70s , researchers found less than one worm per 100 fish .
Yet , now , they found more than one worm per individual fish !
The primary host of the adult whale worms are whales , and all cetaceans are their ideal home .
Namely , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and when they defecate , these eggs remain in the environment .
They hatch in water and become larvae , which are often consumed by crustaceans and mollusks .
Krill , as a primary food source for fish and squid , is an important intermediate host .
The larvae encyst on the intestines and other visceral organs of the fish and squid , and once they are eaten by marine mammals , they grow , mate , and then eggs again .
The consumption of raw and uncooked fish and squid contaminated with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Yet , the massive proliferation of these parasites might increase the risk for many of their hosts .
The problems are more serious for intermediate hosts .
For instance , the Atlantic Salmon , if infected , develop red vent syndrome .
“ One of the important implications of this study is that now we know there is this massive , rising health risk to marine mammals .
It ’ s not often considered that parasites might be the reason that some marine mammal populations are failing to bounce back .
I hope @ @ @ @ @ @ @ intestinal parasites as a potential cap on the population growth of endangered and threatened marine mammals.
” Therefore , she explains that they “ want to try and minimize the number of worms that people are encountering in their sushi dinner ” and adds that “ that is going to become more challenging into the future as we get these increasing abundances.
” There are several theories for the dramatic increase in the parasite population in the last four decades .
As some shale populations are on the rebound , parasites might have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This is a good sign , according to Wood : “ These worms might be a signal that things are getting better for ocean ecosystems .
My gut feeling is that it ’ s about recovery to a prehuman baseline .
In a pristine ocean , there were tons of marine mammals pooping out lots of Anisakis that infected fish in great abundance.
” However , this theory has yet to be studied .
Another possible explanation is that the parasites ’ life cycles have been accelerated due to climate change and the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , what can you do to protect yourself ?
Well , cooking your fish will keep you on the safe side .
Freezing fillets kills the parasites too , and farmed fish are rarely infected with them .
But sushi and sushimi pose a greater risk .
If it comforts you , Wood still eats sushi , “ all the time ” !
She believes that sushi chefs are even better at spotting these worms in the fish than scientists , and they pick them out if they spot them !
Therefore , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ eating your favorite Japanese dish !

If you love sushi, we might end up disappointing you, but that is not our intention. Yet, next time you are going out for this delicacy with your friends, make sure you are more mindful.
Namely, according to a report published in Global Change Biology on March 19, the rate of fish infected with the anisakis parasite has increased by 283 times since the 1970s.
Chelsea Wood at the University of Washington in Seattle and her colleagues analyzed the abundance of Anisakis, or herring worm, between 1978 and 2015.
They garnered data on the average number of parasites per fish from 123 studies, which involved 56,778 fish across 215 species.
These parasitic nematodes (worms) and are also known as whale worms and are found in marine life, including fish and mammals. They can grow up to 2 cm, and if consumed, they can lead to vomiting and diarrhea.
The infection is called Anisakiasis, and if it occurs, one develops symptoms such as abdominal pain, a tingling sensation, bloating, nausea, mild fever, blood or mucus in the stool, and allergic reactions.
These parasites are not contagious. So even if a person gets infected, the human-to-human transmission is impossible.
The 1967 analysis found more than 55,000 species of the worm in 215 different species of fish. In the late ‘70s, researchers found less than one worm per 100 fish.
Yet, now, they found more than one worm per individual fish! The primary host of the adult whale worms are whales, and all cetaceans are their ideal home.
Namely, the feces of cetaceans contains anisakis eggs, and when they defecate, these eggs remain in the environment. They hatch in water and become larvae, which are often consumed by crustaceans and mollusks. Krill, as a primary food source for fish and squid, is an important intermediate host.
The larvae encyst on the intestines and other visceral organs of the fish and squid, and once they are eaten by marine mammals, they grow, mate, and then eggs again.
The consumption of raw and uncooked fish and squid contaminated with the parasite makes us its host. Yet, the massive proliferation of these parasites might increase the risk for many of their hosts.
The problems are more serious for intermediate hosts. For instance, the Atlantic Salmon, if infected, develop red vent syndrome.
Wood adds:
“One of the important implications of this study is that now we know there is this massive, rising health risk to marine mammals. It’s not often considered that parasites might be the reason that some marine mammal populations are failing to bounce back. I hope this study encourages people to look at intestinal parasites as a potential cap on the population growth of endangered and threatened marine mammals.”
Therefore, she explains that they “ want to try and minimize the number of worms that people are encountering in their sushi dinner” and adds that “that is going to become more challenging into the future as we get these increasing abundances.”
There are several theories for the dramatic increase in the parasite population in the last four decades. As some shale populations are on the rebound, parasites might have got more hosts throughout the ocean.
This is a good sign, according to Wood:
“These worms might be a signal that things are getting better for ocean ecosystems. My gut feeling is that it’s about recovery to a prehuman baseline. In a pristine ocean, there were tons of marine mammals pooping out lots of Anisakis that infected fish in great abundance.”
However, this theory has yet to be studied.
Another possible explanation is that the parasites’ life cycles have been accelerated due to climate change and the warming up of ocean waters.
Meanwhile, what can you do to protect yourself? Well, cooking your fish will keep you on the safe side. Freezing fillets kills the parasites too, and farmed fish are rarely infected with them.
But sushi and sushimi pose a greater risk. If it comforts you, Wood still eats sushi, “all the time”!
She believes that sushi chefs are even better at spotting these worms in the fish than scientists, and they pick them out if they spot them! Therefore, she believes this you should not stop eating your favorite Japanese dish!
Sources:
www.sciencenews.org
www.newscientist.com
www.sciencedaily.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-06-19--Things Are Going To Be Intense, Mercury Is About To Go Retrograde

Since the beginning of this year , many of us have been using the time to reflect and repair many past errors .
Time spent at home during the coronavirus pandemic has been very beneficial in terms of evaluation , and analysis of our behaviors , thoughts , attitudes , motivations , and desires .
Well , things are about to get even more intense now !
The phenomenon known as Mercury retrograde garners the most attention of all planetary aspects .
It lasts for approximately 24 days and occurs every 88 days .
The retrograde movement is actually an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the planet begins its backward motion in the night sky through the zodiac .
The process involves the slowing down and eventual stagnation of the planet .
If you are into astrology , you know that it is one of the few that affects us all in an almost equal way , and its effects are obvious .
Whenever things go wrong during that time , we point the finger to the planetary movement !
For those who believe it , Mercury retrograde holds great significance , and this change in the direction @ @ @ @ @ @ @ off bad luck and drama .
Well , this planet is about to retrograde- on the 18th of June , and it will last until July 12th .
In general , Mercury retrograde is associated with communication issues .
The planet is a symbol of intellect , reason , and communication , so when going “ out of control ” , it leaves us to deal with the consequences .
Yet , this time , the retrograde is believed to be positive , as it will make no planetary aspects , and will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Thanks to Sirius , the brightest star in the sky , it will bring about positivity and success .
It is much less dramatic than any of the planets , but it is the star of wealth , passion , abundance , honor , and resentment .
Yet , those prone to suppressing their emotions and facing difficulties to share them with others will still find this period a bit confusing .
Namely , it will be happening in the sign Cancer , so it will emphasize emotions on a deeper level @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cycles offer us symbolic meaning for concurrent events on earth .
During Mercury retrograde , the planet is closer to the earth , and everything with which Mercury is symbolically associated with becomes bigger for us , more in our conscious awareness .
It rules matters that [ affect ] us in our everyday lives .
Plus , all planets move retrograde at some point , but Mercury does this more frequently than others.
” “ Mercury rules everything that goes from A to B : information , cars , trucks , bikes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ services .
It also rules any kind of service , like accounting service .
You run into exes and old friends .
It ’ s [ also ] easy to be contemplative and to think back during Mercury retrograde , and it ’ s a very good time to see a shrink because you can more easily pull up stuff from your memory.
” However , not everyone is certain that this phenomenon will bring about such drastic changes .
“ I won ’ t tell you that all your technology will go @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be ruined because Mercury is retrograde .
Instead , I encourage alignment with this energy .
Know that mistakes and misunderstandings have a higher chance of happening now .
Focus on improving your communication , be open and honest , and double-check important documents before finalizing them.
” On the other hand , the idea that the movement of the planet will affect our lives is complete nonsense to others .
Dan Falk , a science journalist , and author of The Science of Shakespeare claims : “ All of the planets sometimes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ; it ’ s a label that astronomers use to describe a certain kind of apparent planetary motion ( ‘ apparent ’ because it ’ s just how the planet appears to move as seen from Earth ) .
Of course , it has no effect whatsoever on anyone ’ s lives… astrology is basically bunk.
” Yet , if you are not a skeptic , you might benefit from the guidelines by astrologists .
During this time , they advise not to make any important moves and not to organize any important @ @ @ @ @ @ @ communication and judgment skills are negatively impacted .
Your sensitivity will increase .
You ’ ll have difficulties to nail down a plan , and decisions will be prone to changes .
Moreover , some events will take you back to the past , and make you focus on your roots and childhood .
Many old memories will be revived .

Since the beginning of this year, many of us have been using the time to reflect and repair many past errors. Time spent at home during the coronavirus pandemic has been very beneficial in terms of evaluation, and analysis of our behaviors, thoughts, attitudes, motivations, and desires.
Well, things are about to get even more intense now! The phenomenon known as Mercury retrograde garners the most attention of all planetary aspects.
It lasts for approximately 24 days and occurs every 88 days. The retrograde movement is actually an optical illusion, and it commences when the planet begins its backward motion in the night sky through the zodiac. The process involves the slowing down and eventual stagnation of the planet.
If you are into astrology, you know that it is one of the few that affects us all in an almost equal way, and its effects are obvious. Whenever things go wrong during that time, we point the finger to the planetary movement!
For those who believe it, Mercury retrograde holds great significance, and this change in the direction of the planet in the sky sets off bad luck and drama.
Well, this planet is about to retrograde- on the 18th of June, and it will last until July 12th.
In general, Mercury retrograde is associated with communication issues. The planet is a symbol of intellect, reason, and communication, so when going “out of control”, it leaves us to deal with the consequences.
Yet, this time, the retrograde is believed to be positive, as it will make no planetary aspects, and will be much more toned down than usually.
Thanks to Sirius, the brightest star in the sky, it will bring about positivity and success. It is much less dramatic than any of the planets, but it is the star of wealth, passion, abundance, honor, and resentment.
Yet, those prone to suppressing their emotions and facing difficulties to share them with others will still find this period a bit confusing. Namely, it will be happening in the sign Cancer, so it will emphasize emotions on a deeper level.
Professional astrologer Rachel Lang explains:
“With anything astrological, planetary cycles offer us symbolic meaning for concurrent events on earth. During Mercury retrograde, the planet is closer to the earth, and everything with which Mercury is symbolically associated with becomes bigger for us, more in our conscious awareness.
It rules matters that [affect] us in our everyday lives. Plus, all planets move retrograde at some point, but Mercury does this more frequently than others.”
B.C.-based astrologist Georgia Nicols adds:
“Mercury rules everything that goes from A to B: information, cars, trucks, bikes, transportation, courier services, postal services. It also rules any kind of service, like accounting service.
You run into exes and old friends. It’s [also] easy to be contemplative and to think back during Mercury retrograde, and it’s a very good time to see a shrink because you can more easily pull up stuff from your memory.”
However, not everyone is certain that this phenomenon will bring about such drastic changes.
Toronto-based astrologist and tarot reader Liz Worth, says:
“I won’t tell you that all your technology will go haywire or that your summer vacation will be ruined because Mercury is retrograde. Instead, I encourage alignment with this energy. Know that mistakes and misunderstandings have a higher chance of happening now. Focus on improving your communication, be open and honest, and double-check important documents before finalizing them.”
On the other hand, the idea that the movement of the planet will affect our lives is complete nonsense to others. Dan Falk, a science journalist, and author of The Science of Shakespeare claims:
“All of the planets sometimes appear to move in ‘retrograde’; it’s a label that astronomers use to describe a certain kind of apparent planetary motion (‘apparent’ because it’s just how the planet appears to move as seen from Earth). Of course, it has no effect whatsoever on anyone’s lives… astrology is basically bunk.”
Yet, if you are not a skeptic, you might benefit from the guidelines by astrologists.
During this time, they advise not to make any important moves and not to organize any important events, as they maintain that our communication and judgment skills are negatively impacted.
Your sensitivity will increase. You’ll have difficulties to nail down a plan, and decisions will be prone to changes.
Moreover, some events will take you back to the past, and make you focus on your roots and childhood. Many old memories will be revived.
Be prepared!
Sources:
www.astrologyzone.com
my.astrofame.com
www.bustle.com
globalnews.ca


healthyfoodhouse--2020-06-19--Add A Burst Of Color To Your Plant Collection With The Magical ‘Rainbow’ Succulent

Could you ever get enough of flowers and colors in the house ?
As Nature awakens in the spring , we want to have all the colors of the rainbow at home !
Well , nothing is impossible , my friend !
This “ rainbow ” succulent will brighten up the place with its magnificent leaves !
Rainbow succulents change color according to the season .
They bloom green , then turn pink , and as the leaves fade , they change in multiple colors .
The variation of Echeveria is believed to be a variegated form of Echeveria “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ purple pearl ) , which is one of the most beautiful succulents .
These succulents do not follow a particular color pattern , so every single one of them is unique .
Succulents are low-maintenance plants , as they are drought-resistant and they store water in their roots , stems , and leaves .
Like all other succulents , the rainbow succulent is very easy to look after too .
For best results , use a porous growing medium .
Place it in a sunny and light area , don ’ t water @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dead leaves .
Repot when needed .
That ’ s all !
It can be easily propagated from leaf cuttings , but it might be easier to use seeds or stem cuttings .
You can either purchase seeds online or find an already grown one at the local plant shop or garden center .
Hurry up and let the magic inside your home !

Could you ever get enough of flowers and colors in the house? As Nature awakens in the spring, we want to have all the colors of the rainbow at home!
Well, nothing is impossible, my friend! This “rainbow” succulent will brighten up the place with its magnificent leaves!
Rainbow succulents change color according to the season. They bloom green, then turn pink, and as the leaves fade, they change in multiple colors.
The variation of Echeveria is believed to be a variegated form of Echeveria “Perle Von Nurnberg” (a.k.a., purple pearl), which is one of the most beautiful succulents.
These succulents do not follow a particular color pattern, so every single one of them is unique. Succulents are low-maintenance plants, as they are drought-resistant and they store water in their roots, stems, and leaves.
Like all other succulents, the rainbow succulent is very easy to look after too. For best results, use a porous growing medium. Place it in a sunny and light area, don’t water it too frequently, and remove any dead leaves. Repot when needed. That’s all!
It can be easily propagated from leaf cuttings, but it might be easier to use seeds or stem cuttings. You can either purchase seeds online or find an already grown one at the local plant shop or garden center.
Hurry up and let the magic inside your home!
Sources:
mysticalraven.com
worldofsucculents.com
www.beariesgarden.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-06-20--Tiny Smart Home Looks Like A Space Ship And Can Sleep A Family Of 4 — See Inside

The tiny housing trend has brought up some pretty fabulous new ideas on the market .
Tiny houses have taught us that everyday living can be just as cozy , modern , and luxurious in a limited space , even if we don ’ t own a huge house with a backyard !
Living in a limited place has its pros and cons , of course .
You might find it challenging to adapt to the smaller rooms , and having friends over might not be as easy as previously .
Yet , tiny homes are a wonderful opportunity to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ easier to clean , help you collect less clutter , they are beneficial for the environment , and will help you save a lot of money .
Even if you weren ’ t into living in a tiny house until now , the newest model of a Singapore company , Nestron , will surely charm you !
Not long after the introduction of their Cube 1 , they released the prototype for their amazing creation , the Cube Two , and it is amazing !
It resembles an upgraded RV from the outside @ @ @ @ @ @ @ truly futuristic place !
The 263-square-foot home has a large communal living space , a kitchen with a range hood and sink , a bathroom , a bedroom , and a bar counter .
The home is nine yards ( eight meters ) long and four yards ( 3.6 meters ) wide .
According to the Nestron ’ s website , its open-concept design increases it ’ s usable space by fifteen percent when compared to a traditional home .
“ C2 is built to accommodate 3-4 members medium-sized households , designed with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ room area for more entertainment and fun-time activities with your loved ones .
We also designed a special skylight dome for C2 , allowing families to share the fun of star-gazing and satisfy children ’ s curiosity of nature and the universe .
“ Most of the furniture is built-in and included in the price , and as the company adds : “ We made sure you can move in the day your house arrives .
Simply unpack , plug , and live.
” A skylight adds light and opens up the space @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Also , the company has planned plenty of built-in storage for various items .
All appliances are smart , so the washing machine , refrigerator , AC , and stove are all connected .
Plus , they are all controlled by Canny , the AI assistant !
If you have already fallen in love with it , you can pre-order it for a base price of 52 thousand dollars , before any add-ons .
You can get a few upgrades too , like a solar system , that will add 7.5 thousand @ @ @ @ @ @ @ electric heated floor for an additional nine thousand dollars .
The shipping to the U.S. costs about eight thousand dollars .
Yet , even if you get the add-ons , you won ’ t pay more than 70 thousand dollars !

The tiny housing trend has brought up some pretty fabulous new ideas on the market. Tiny houses have taught us that everyday living can be just as cozy, modern, and luxurious in a limited space, even if we don’t own a huge house with a backyard!
Living in a limited place has its pros and cons, of course. You might find it challenging to adapt to the smaller rooms, and having friends over might not be as easy as previously.
Yet, tiny homes are a wonderful opportunity to have an affordable home. They are easier to clean, help you collect less clutter, they are beneficial for the environment, and will help you save a lot of money.
Even if you weren’t into living in a tiny house until now, the newest model of a Singapore company, Nestron, will surely charm you! Not long after the introduction of their Cube 1, they released the prototype for their amazing creation, the Cube Two, and it is amazing!
It resembles an upgraded RV from the outside, but inside, it is a truly futuristic place!
The 263-square-foot home has a large communal living space, a kitchen with a range hood and sink, a bathroom, a bedroom, and a bar counter.
The home is nine yards (eight meters) long and four yards (3.6 meters) wide. According to the Nestron’s website, its open-concept design increases it’s usable space by fifteen percent when compared to a traditional home.
Moreover:
“C2 is built to accommodate 3-4 members medium-sized households, designed with an open concept and a bigger living room area for more entertainment and fun-time activities with your loved ones. We also designed a special skylight dome for C2, allowing families to share the fun of star-gazing and satisfy children’s curiosity of nature and the universe. “
Most of the furniture is built-in and included in the price, and as the company adds:
“We made sure you can move in the day your house arrives. Simply unpack, plug, and live.”
A skylight adds light and opens up the space, and there are also light fixtures. Also, the company has planned plenty of built-in storage for various items.
All appliances are smart, so the washing machine, refrigerator, AC, and stove are all connected. Plus, they are all controlled by Canny, the AI assistant!
Incredible!
If you have already fallen in love with it, you can pre-order it for a base price of 52 thousand dollars, before any add-ons.
You can get a few upgrades too, like a solar system, that will add 7.5 thousand dollars to the price, or an electric heated floor for an additional nine thousand dollars.
The shipping to the U.S. costs about eight thousand dollars. Yet, even if you get the add-ons, you won’t pay more than 70 thousand dollars!
Sources:
www.businessinsider.com
nestron.house
tinyhousetalk.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-06-20--Tick Control: How A Flock Of Chickens May Be Your Best Bet

We all love to spend more time outdoors when the weather gets warmer , but the spring and summer come with their own drawbacks as well , just like any other season .
As nature wakes up with the spring , insects are ready for a meal !
According to the Center for Disease Control , since 2004 , the number of people contracting diseases from mosquitoes , ticks , and fleas has more than tripled in the United States .
Many North Americans are facing problems with ticks , as their growing populations can cause an increased incidence of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The rise in their populations can not be explained easily , but some experts believe that the increasing global temperatures are helping insect populations to grow , extend their seasons , and spread to more areas .
Moreover , as we expand suburbia , the natural habitat for predators such as foxes and wolves gets decreased as well , so the populations of deer and rodents , which are ticks ’ preferred meal , are on the rise too .
Therefore , many people ended up looking for effective ways to lower @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tick , and one of the best ones involves chickens !
Namely , these feathery farm birds many be effective at lowering the tick population in our yards .
Chickens are aggressive foragers , so they devour all insects and pests they find when roaming freely outdoors .
Many chicken-owners claim that , apart from fewer ticks , they have also managed to lower the visits of flies , mosquitos , slugs , spiders , maple bugs , and other pests as well .
According to an informal 2015 study by Mother Earth @ @ @ @ @ @ @ problem with ticks before they had chickens , 78 % of them managed to control and eliminate the blood-sucking insects when they started keeping poultry , and 46 percent of them experienced a reduction of tick populations within a month after getting poultry .
One scientific study done in the 90s in South Africa analyzed the effects of chickens in reducing tick populations confirmed that they are natural predators of livestock ticks as well .
Chickens were allowed to scavenge for three hours among tick-infested cattle , and during this time , they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ per bird .
A 1991 scientific study found that each chicken who scavenged for 30 minutes to an hour among tick-infested cattle in Kenya had 3-331 ticks in its gizzard , with an average of 81 per chicken .
Therefore , if you want to use these findings to ensure that your backyard is free of ticks , you should follow these guidelines : • The Mother Earth News survey showed that due to their size which helps them get into tighter spaces , small bantam chickens and game hens were the most @ @ @ @ @ @ @ • Allow the chickens to roam freely in areas prone to humidity , in tall grasses , or under leaf litter and ground cover .
In the early spring , ticks and their larvae hide there during the winter .
If you can not let a flock of chickens roam in your backyard , make sure you keep the grass cut short , and remove any leaf litter on your lawn .
Also , create unattractive barriers for ticks between forested areas and lawns , and implement regular skin checks .
Purchase a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , or avoid areas where you can encounter them to avoid their bites .
In case you do get bitten by a tick , carefully remove it using a tick-puller or fine-point tweezers .
Gently pull it in an upward motion , and do not twist or squeeze it .
Plus , don ’ t handle a tick with your bare hands , and don ’ t try to remove it by using petroleum jelly , fingernail polish , or a hot match .
Then , place the tick in a sealed container @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so it can be analyzed later if it is carrying Lyme disease in case you develop symptoms .
Next , wash both your hands and the bite with warm soapy water , rubbing alcohol , or an iodine scrub .
If you can not remove the tick completely , or the rash has increased , if the area becomes red or oozes , or you develop flu-like symptoms , contact your doctor .
Call 911 immediately in case you experience severe symptoms , like a bad headache , difficulty breathing , paralysis , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ regularly check your pets to prevent a tick infestation and use tick-control products on those pets that go outdoors .

We all love to spend more time outdoors when the weather gets warmer, but the spring and summer come with their own drawbacks as well, just like any other season. As nature wakes up with the spring, insects are ready for a meal!
According to the Center for Disease Control, since 2004, the number of people contracting diseases from mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas has more than tripled in the United States.
Many North Americans are facing problems with ticks, as their growing populations can cause an increased incidence of Lyme disease and the lesser-known Powassan Virus.
The rise in their populations cannot be explained easily, but some experts believe that the increasing global temperatures are helping insect populations to grow, extend their seasons, and spread to more areas.
Moreover, as we expand suburbia, the natural habitat for predators such as foxes and wolves gets decreased as well, so the populations of deer and rodents, which are ticks’ preferred meal, are on the rise too.
Therefore, many people ended up looking for effective ways to lower the risk of being bitten by a tick, and one of the best ones involves chickens!
Namely, these feathery farm birds many be effective at lowering the tick population in our yards. Chickens are aggressive foragers, so they devour all insects and pests they find when roaming freely outdoors.
Many chicken-owners claim that, apart from fewer ticks, they have also managed to lower the visits of flies, mosquitos, slugs, spiders, maple bugs, and other pests as well.
According to an informal 2015 study by Mother Earth News, 71% households faced a problem with ticks before they had chickens, 78% of them managed to control and eliminate the blood-sucking insects when they started keeping poultry, and 46 percent of them experienced a reduction of tick populations within a month after getting poultry.
One scientific study done in the 90s in South Africa analyzed the effects of chickens in reducing tick populations confirmed that they are natural predators of livestock ticks as well.
Chickens were allowed to scavenge for three hours among tick-infested cattle, and during this time, they ingested an average of nearly thirty ticks per bird.
A 1991 scientific study found that each chicken who scavenged for 30 minutes to an hour among tick-infested cattle in Kenya had 3-331 ticks in its gizzard, with an average of 81 per chicken.
Therefore, if you want to use these findings to ensure that your backyard is free of ticks, you should follow these guidelines:
The Mother Earth News survey showed that due to their size which helps them get into tighter spaces, small bantam chickens and game hens were the most effective at controlling the tick population.
Allow the chickens to roam freely in areas prone to humidity, in tall grasses, or under leaf litter and ground cover. In the early spring, ticks and their larvae hide there during the winter.
If you cannot let a flock of chickens roam in your backyard, make sure you keep the grass cut short, and remove any leaf litter on your lawn. Also, create unattractive barriers for ticks between forested areas and lawns, and implement regular skin checks.
Purchase a tick spray to fend off these insects, or avoid areas where you can encounter them to avoid their bites.
In case you do get bitten by a tick, carefully remove it using a tick-puller or fine-point tweezers. Gently pull it in an upward motion, and do not twist or squeeze it. Plus, don’t handle a tick with your bare hands, and don’t try to remove it by using petroleum jelly, fingernail polish, or a hot match.
Then, place the tick in a sealed container and store it in the freezer, so it can be analyzed later if it is carrying Lyme disease in case you develop symptoms.
Next, wash both your hands and the bite with warm soapy water, rubbing alcohol, or an iodine scrub.
If you cannot remove the tick completely, or the rash has increased, if the area becomes red or oozes, or you develop flu-like symptoms, contact your doctor.
Call 911 immediately in case you experience severe symptoms, like a bad headache, difficulty breathing, paralysis, or heart palpitations. Make sure you regularly check your pets to prevent a tick infestation and use tick-control products on those pets that go outdoors.
Sources:
www.wideopenpets.com
www.thecapecoop.com
www.treehugger.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-06-20--New Rule Changes Will Allow Alaskan Hunters To Kill Bear Cubs And Wolf Pups In Their Dens

Conservation groups are enraged by the new “ controversial ” move by the Trump administration .
The National Park Service and the US Fish and Wildlife Service released new legislation that allows increased hunting and trapping in many wildlife reserves all over the state .
Wildlife protection organizations condemned the hunting methods that were banned on federal lands in 2015 .
Namely , with it , the federal agencies have dramatically reduced the limitations for the hunting of bears , wolves , coyotes , and even their offspring in dens .
The rules cover ten preserves in Alaska under National @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Preserve .
The new legislation was encouraged by the orders issued by former Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke in 2017 to provide greater recreational access for hunting and fishing in Alaska , and a memorandum recognizing states as the leading authorities for fish and wildlife management .
Hunters will be allowed to bait brown and black bears with human food , and even artificial light , to kill wolves and coyotes in their dens during the season when mothers wean their young , to use dogs to hunt bears and to hunt swimming @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time , Alaska ’ s Kenai National Wildlife Refuge will allow brown bear hunting in ‘ registered bait stations ’ too .
Trump administration reversed the Obama-era bans , which restricted the hunting and trapping of the wildlife in all national parks .
Hunting on nature preserves in Alaska will become effective on July 9 , and it will be again controlled by the state rather than the federal government .
Conservation groups criticize these harsh measures .
They claim that this cruel move will encourage merciless hunting methods .
Ben Williamson , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ US said : “ Allowing the killing of bear cubs and wolf pups in their dens is barbaric and inhumane .
It takes no skill or cunning to lure bears with donuts and shoot caribou from motorboats .
The killing of animals for enjoyment or sport not only causes mass suffering to wildlife , but it threatens whole ecosystems and wildlife habitats .
Around the world , places once famous for hunting are finding greater value in preserving their wildlife for viewing rather than killing .
There ’ s more to environmental protection @ @ @ @ @ @ @ generation to shoot and kill .
Together , we need to commit to ending the use of wild animals for entertainment.
” On the other hand , hunting organizations and groups of tribes from the Alaskan interior state claim that these legislation changes support subsistence and sport hunters .
Victor Joseph , chair of the Tanana Chiefs Conference that represents 42 tribes of the Alaska interior , stated : “ The previous limitations enacted in 2015 threatened our way of life and our centuries-long sustainable management practices.
” Alaska Governor Michael J. Dunleavy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sovereign authorities the state has with respect to managing wildlife on our national preserve lands .
This is a step towards acknowledging Alaska ’ s rightful control over fish and wildlife resources all across the state .
”

Conservation groups are enraged by the new “controversial” move by the Trump administration. The National Park Service and the US Fish and Wildlife Service released new legislation that allows increased hunting and trapping in many wildlife reserves all over the state.
Wildlife protection organizations condemned the hunting methods that were banned on federal lands in 2015.
Namely, with it, the federal agencies have dramatically reduced the limitations for the hunting of bears, wolves, coyotes, and even their offspring in dens.
The rules cover ten preserves in Alaska under National Park Service management including Denali National Park and Preserve.
The new legislation was encouraged by the orders issued by former Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke in 2017 to provide greater recreational access for hunting and fishing in Alaska, and a memorandum recognizing states as the leading authorities for fish and wildlife management.
Hunters will be allowed to bait brown and black bears with human food, and even artificial light, to kill wolves and coyotes in their dens during the season when mothers wean their young, to use dogs to hunt bears and to hunt swimming caribou from motorboats.
For the first time, Alaska’s Kenai National Wildlife Refuge will allow brown bear hunting in ‘registered bait stations’ too.
Trump administration reversed the Obama-era bans, which restricted the hunting and trapping of the wildlife in all national parks.
Hunting on nature preserves in Alaska will become effective on July 9, and it will be again controlled by the state rather than the federal government.
Conservation groups criticize these harsh measures. They claim that this cruel move will encourage merciless hunting methods.
Ben Williamson, the program director at World Animal Protection US said:
“Allowing the killing of bear cubs and wolf pups in their dens is barbaric and inhumane. It takes no skill or cunning to lure bears with donuts and shoot caribou from motorboats. The killing of animals for enjoyment or sport not only causes mass suffering to wildlife, but it threatens whole ecosystems and wildlife habitats.
Around the world, places once famous for hunting are finding greater value in preserving their wildlife for viewing rather than killing. There’s more to environmental protection than leaving enough animals for the next generation to shoot and kill. Together, we need to commit to ending the use of wild animals for entertainment.”
On the other hand, hunting organizations and groups of tribes from the Alaskan interior state claim that these legislation changes support subsistence and sport hunters.
Victor Joseph, chair of the Tanana Chiefs Conference that represents 42 tribes of the Alaska interior, stated:
“The previous limitations enacted in 2015 threatened our way of life and our centuries-long sustainable management practices.”
Alaska Governor Michael J. Dunleavy added that the reversal “confirms the sovereign authorities the state has with respect to managing wildlife on our national preserve lands. This is a step towards acknowledging Alaska’s rightful control over fish and wildlife resources all across the state.”
Sources:
www.cbsnews.com
www.independent.co.uk
www.reuters.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-06-20--If You Haven’t Wrapped Sweet Potatoes In Bacon, You Are Missing Out

I believe we all simply adore sweet potatoes .
They are delicious , nutritious , and versatile !
Apart from being incredibly tasty , they also boost health in various ways !
Sweet potatoes promote gut health , support healthy vision , boost the function of the brain , strengthen the immune system , and have anti-cancer properties !
Yet , have you ever tried them wrapped in bacon ?
Try these two-ingredient Sweet Potato Bacon Bites and you will be charmed !
Here is the recipe : Chop the sweet potatoes into one-inch rounds .
To easily wrap the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ choose skinny sweet potatoes instead of the large ones .
Plus , thick-cut bacon will be ideal .
Toss them in avocado oil , paprika , cinnamon , sea salt , and black pepper .
When fully coated , wrap half a bacon strip around the edge of each round , slightly overlapping the ends .
Secure with a toothpick .
Bake them for 35-40 minutes .
Set them on a paper towel for a few minutes before you serve them .
Some people prefer substituting the sweet potatoes with white potatoes .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ recipe is paleo-friendly .
Sweet potatoes are richer in fiber and nutrients , such as vitamin A , which is essential for good skin and eye health .
Additionally , they will not elevate your blood sugar levels and will fit any low-carb diet plan .

I believe we all simply adore sweet potatoes. They are delicious, nutritious, and versatile! Apart from being incredibly tasty, they also boost health in various ways!
Sweet potatoes promote gut health, support healthy vision, boost the function of the brain, strengthen the immune system, and have anti-cancer properties!
Yet, have you ever tried them wrapped in bacon? Try these two-ingredient Potato Bacon Bites and you will be charmed!
Wrapped Sweet Potatoes In Bacon Bites
Ingredients:
1 lb sweet potatoes
10 strips pasture-raised bacon, sliced in half
1/4 t paprika
2 t avocado oil
1/8 t cinnamon
1/4 t sea salt
1/4 t black pepper
Instructions:
Chop the potatoes into one-inch rounds. To easily wrap the bacon around them, make sure you choose skinny sweet potatoes instead of the large ones. Plus, thick-cut bacon will be ideal.
Toss them in avocado oil, paprika, cinnamon, sea salt, and black pepper.
When fully coated, wrap half a bacon strip around the edge of each round, slightly overlapping the ends. Secure with a toothpick.
Bake them for 35-40 minutes. Set them on a paper towel for a few minutes before you serve them.
Enjoy!
Some people prefer substituting the sweet potatoes with white potatoes.
Yet, in this way, the recipe is paleo-friendly. Sweet potatoes are richer in fiber and nutrients, such as vitamin A, which is essential for good skin and eye health. Additionally, they will not elevate your blood sugar levels and will fit any low-carb diet plan.
Sources:
paleogrubs.com -- Checked on 9/17/2020


healthyfoodhouse--2020-06-20--This Weekend’s ‘Ring of Fire’ Dramatically Occurs Same Day As Summer Solstice to Set Stage for An In

This Weekend’s ‘Ring of Fire’ Dramatically Occurs Same Day As Summer Solstice to Set Stage for An Intense Season

For several months , the world experiences a new , strange situation , which affects us all in a similar way .
The dangerous and fast-spreading coronavirus has locked us all inside our homes , travel has been restricted , and many of us are terrified whenever they need to go outside .
Fortunately , things are not so dark , as the universe keeps entertaining us !
This weekend , on June 21 , those living in China , Africa , the Middle East , and India will get the privilege to see a rare ‘ ring of fire @ @ @ @ @ @ @ day after the summer solstice , which , for those north of the equator , is the longest day of the year , when Earth ’ s tilt toward the sun is at its maximum .
It will be the shortest and deepest annular solar eclipse of 2020 .
Even though it will be short in duration , for about a minute , this eclipse will be potent and marvelous to observe !
What makes it so special is that the sun will be 99 percent obscured , so it ’ s almost @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people are advised to use solar eclipse glasses to protect the retina from harmful rays .
A solar eclipse occurs when the moon , sun , and Earth are closely aligned .
It is caused by the new moon which blocks the sun , and it can appear like it ’ s cut in half or reduced to a circular sliver of fire .
If you are lucky to live in the areas where it will be visible , you should keep track of time and location to follow the path to view @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The director of the M P Birla Planetarium , Debi Prasad Duari , explained : “ The path of the annular solar eclipse will start near Charsana in Rajsthan around 10:12 AM and the phase of annularity will begin around 11:49 AM and end at 11:50 AM .
In other parts of the world like Kolkata , the partial eclipse will begin at different times as it moves from Kolkata , Congo , Ethiopia , Saudi Arabia , the Indian Ocean , India , Tibet , China , Taiwan , and meet its @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ocean .
It ’ s fitting as the Pacific Ocean is surrounded by its own ‘ ring of fire ’ made up of magma-filled tectonic plates .
As above , so below.
” The rest of us can watch a live stream of the phenomenon on the website of Timeanddate.com .
From a spiritual point of view , the new moon in Cancer will block the sun and cause a sliver of fire to embrace the shape of our circular lunar satellite .
The sun governs the external self and world , while @ @ @ @ @ @ @ governs emotions , empathy , intuition , and sensitivity .
Therefore , the phenomenon will remind us to honor our internal desires and responsibilities .
Take your time to slow down a bit , and feel the change the solar eclipse will bring .

For several months, the world experiences a new, strange situation, which affects us all in a similar way.
The dangerous and fast-spreading coronavirus has locked us all inside our homes, travel has been restricted, and many of us are terrified whenever they need to go outside.
Fortunately, things are not so dark, as the universe keeps entertaining us! This weekend, on June 21, those living in China, Africa, the Middle East, and India will get the privilege to see a rare ‘ring of fire’!
It will occur just one day after the summer solstice, which, for those north of the equator, is the longest day of the year, when Earth’s tilt toward the sun is at its maximum.
It will be the shortest and deepest annular solar eclipse of 2020. Even though it will be short in duration, for about a minute, this eclipse will be potent and marvelous to observe!
What makes it so special is that the sun will be 99 percent obscured, so it’s almost a total solar eclipse. Therefore, people are advised to use solar eclipse glasses to protect the retina from harmful rays.
A solar eclipse occurs when the moon, sun, and Earth are closely aligned. It is caused by the new moon which blocks the sun, and it can appear like it’s cut in half or reduced to a circular sliver of fire.
If you are lucky to live in the areas where it will be visible, you should keep track of time and location to follow the path to view the ‘Ring of Fire’.
The director of the M P Birla Planetarium, Debi Prasad Duari, explained:
“The path of the annular solar eclipse will start near Charsana in Rajsthan around 10:12 AM and the phase of annularity will begin around 11:49 AM and end at 11:50 AM.
In other parts of the world like Kolkata, the partial eclipse will begin at different times as it moves from Kolkata, Congo, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, the Indian Ocean, India, Tibet, China, Taiwan, and meet its end in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. It’s fitting as the Pacific Ocean is surrounded by its own ‘ring of fire’ made up of magma-filled tectonic plates. As above, so below.”
The rest of us can watch a live stream of the phenomenon on the website of Timeanddate.com.
From a spiritual point of view, the new moon in Cancer will block the sun and cause a sliver of fire to embrace the shape of our circular lunar satellite.
The sun governs the external self and world, while Cancer, as a water sign, governs emotions, empathy, intuition, and sensitivity. Therefore, the phenomenon will remind us to honor our internal desires and responsibilities.
Take your time to slow down a bit, and feel the change the solar eclipse will bring.
Sources:
fox6now.com
www.travelandleisure.com
www.independent.co.uk


healthyfoodhouse--2020-06-22--This Wooden Potato Planter Has A Door To Easily Access Your Home-Grown Potatoes

A lot of people don ’ t have the option to grow their own potatoes because they don ’ t have the soil it takes , or live in an apartment and don ’ t have the space .
Well , here ’ s a solution which will give everyone the chance to grow their own potatoes – a wooden potato planter .
Growing and harvesting potatoes has never been so easy !
You don ’ t have to put this planter box on a place with a soil base , which is great for everyone who wants to grow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have the opportunity for it .
It has a door on the side , and when you open it , you will freely access and take potatoes from the soil .
So , you don ’ t have to bend or dig in the dirt anymore .
You can buy this DIY wooden potato planter design plan from Etsy for $ 6 .
It provides you with the info you need to build this potato planter .
The plan is easy , it ’ s perfect for beginners and you can install as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can build a door on all of the 4 sides of the planter .
The planter box is 28 inches tall x 24 inches long x 24 inches wide .
The plan includes step-by-step instructions , easy to understand and do .
The estimated cost for the materials you need is about $ 35 .
In order to build the potato planter which fits your needs , you can choose from a few different designs .
Take a look at these options :

A lot of people don’t have the option to grow their own potatoes because they don’t have the soil it takes, or live in an apartment and don’t have the space.
Well, here’s a solution which will give everyone the chance to grow their own potatoes – a wooden potato planter. Growing and harvesting potatoes has never been so easy!
You don’t have to put this planter box on a place with a soil base, which is great for everyone who wants to grow their own potatoes and doesn’t have the opportunity for it.
It has a door on the side, and when you open it, you will freely access and take potatoes from the soil. So, you don’t have to bend or dig in the dirt anymore.
You can buy this DIY wooden potato planter design plan from Etsy for $6. It provides you with the info you need to build this potato planter. The plan is easy, it’s perfect for beginners and you can install as many doors as you want. You can build a door on all of the 4 sides of the planter.
The planter box is 28 inches tall x 24 inches long x 24 inches wide. The plan includes step-by-step instructions, easy to understand and do. The estimated cost for the materials you need is about $35.
In order to build the potato planter which fits your needs, you can choose from a few different designs.
Take a look at these options:
Etsy’s potato planter box plans
Burpee’s pre-made wooden potato planter
Happy gardening time!
Sources:
odditymall.com
www.awesomeinventions.com
www.healthy-holistic-living.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-06-22--These Are Rose Succulents, They Came Straight Out Of A Fairytale

Succulents , botanically called Greenovia dodrentalis , are very popular , especially since they stay pretty for very long , and they are tough and thrive without requiring much attention .
They have curved multi-layered petals , making the plants look just like roses .
These plants originate from the Canary Islands , but since recently , more people have started growing them , because their seeds are available online .
As we said , they usually come in the form of roses , but an interesting fact is that in Japan , they come in the form of dolphins @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tiny leaves , looking like little dolphins that jump in the air ) .
There are also succulents in the form of cute bunnies .
Succulents usually grow in green color , and are really unique plants , adding some magical appearance to your home .
They also have many benefits , and some of them are : • They purify the air in your home • They are therapeutic , used in visual therapy to relax the mind • They improve the humidity in your home , since they release water • @ @ @ @ @ @ @ study has shown that these plants help children focus better ) Here are some pictures of these wonderful plants :

Succulents, botanically called Greenovia dodrentalis, are very popular, especially since they stay pretty for very long, and they are tough and thrive without requiring much attention. They have curved multi-layered petals, making the plants look just like roses.
These plants originate from the Canary Islands, but since recently, more people have started growing them, because their seeds are available online.
As we said, they usually come in the form of roses, but an interesting fact is that in Japan, they come in the form of dolphins, too (a plant with many tiny leaves, looking like little dolphins that jump in the air). There are also succulents in the form of cute bunnies.
Succulents usually grow in green color, and are really unique plants, adding some magical appearance to your home. They also have many benefits, and some of them are:
They purify the air in your home
They are therapeutic, used in visual therapy to relax the mind
They improve the humidity in your home, since they release water
They can improve your focus (a study has shown that these plants help children focus better)
Here are some pictures of these wonderful plants:
Sources:
trendings.net
www.succulents.net
waterballoon.me


healthyfoodhouse--2020-06-22--Cat With Two-Colored Face Becomes A Father To Kittens In Each Of His Colors

There ’ s a reason why ancient Egyptians worshipped cats .
They are majestic animals , which are very intelligent .
If you are a person who loves cats and follows cat news on social media , then you must have heard of Narnia .
Narnia has his own YouTube channel , too .
Narnia is a 3-year-old cat with a two-colored face , split with a single line through the middle , which grabs the attention of anyone who sees it .
He has a gray and a black side .
Narnia was born in Paris and now lives @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he was a rare chimera cat , but tests showed that it wasn ’ t the case and the mystery is – he has only one DNA .
Today , Narnia is the father of two , Phoenix and Prada , which have taken their fur color from each side of Narnia ’ s face .
One of them is gray , and the other one – black .
Narnia ’ s owner , Stephanie , says Narnia is a great dad and enjoys spending time and playing with his kittens .
This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s a dad .
All of his kittens have different color variations .
Narnia ’ s eyes are also mesmerizing – look at this pure blue color .
All of his kittens have his eyes .
“ It is very rare , there are only a few cats in the world that are fully colored and have blue eyes .
This is a new gene called “ ice , ” said Stephanie .
Usually , white cats have blue eyes .
Here ’ s some news – Narnia will become a father @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be born around 29.06 .

There’s a reason why ancient Egyptians worshipped cats. They are majestic animals, which are very intelligent. If you are a person who loves cats and follows cat news on social media, then you must have heard of Narnia. Narnia has his own YouTube channel, too.
Narnia is a 3-year-old cat with a two-colored face, split with a single line through the middle, which grabs the attention of anyone who sees it. He has a gray and a black side. Narnia was born in Paris and now lives in Britain.
It was first believed he was a rare chimera cat, but tests showed that it wasn’t the case and the mystery is – he has only one DNA.
Today, Narnia is the father of two, Phoenix and Prada, which have taken their fur color from each side of Narnia’s face. One of them is gray, and the other one – black.
Narnia’s owner, Stephanie, says Narnia is a great dad and enjoys spending time and playing with his kittens.
This isn’t the first time Narnia’s a dad. All of his kittens have different color variations. Narnia’s eyes are also mesmerizing – look at this pure blue color.
All of his kittens have his eyes. “It is very rare, there are only a few cats in the world that are fully colored and have blue eyes. This is a new gene called “ice,” said Stephanie. Usually, white cats have blue eyes.
Here’s some news – Narnia will become a father once more, and his kittens should be born around 29.06.
Sources:
apsari.com
www.republicworld.com
www.dailymail.co.uk


healthyfoodhouse--2020-06-22--Man Keeps Rock For Years, Hoping It’s Gold. It Turned Out To Be Far More Valuable

Sometimes , out of a sudden , we can all strike it lucky !
And this time , it was even bigger than the national lottery !
Back in 2015 , one Australian man found something that turned out to be much more valuable than he ever imagined .
With the help of his metal detector , David Hole spotted a very distinct rock while in Maryborough Regional Park near Melbourne .
It was reddish , heavy , and resting in some yellow clay .
He took it home because he believed it might be a gold nugget inside the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , an angle grinder , a drill , to crack it open , and even put it in acid and used a sledgehammer , but he failed .
Years later , he found out that it was a rare meteorite , after he took it into the Melbourne Museum to be identified .
Geologist Dermot Henry explained that its dimpled appearance happens when they pass through Earth ’ s atmosphere , as “ they are melting on the outside , and the atmosphere sculpts them.
” When a larger body , like a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ planet or the moon , is broken or blasted off , meteoroids are formed .
When a meteoroid enters into Earth ’ s atmosphere at high speeds and burns up , it becomes a meteor .
In case the meteor survives its harrowing journey and hits the ground , it becomes a meteorite .
Meteorites usually disintegrate under immense pressure while traveling , and only 5 % of the original object makes it all the way to the ground .
The rock Hole found was really heavy , weighing in at seventeen kilograms @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Museum geologist , Bill Birch , said that a regular rock “ shouldn ’ t be that heavy.
” They used a diamond saw to cut off a small slice of it , and discovered that it contained a high percentage of iron , which makes it an H5 ordinary chondrite .
Also , the rock had numerous chondrules , which looked like tiny metallic droplets .
“ You ’ re looking right back to the formation of the solar system here.
’ Scientists called the meteorite Maryborough after the town near it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ third rock of its kind to be found in Victoria .
Meteorites are very important , as they are one of the cheapest forms of space exploration that provide valuable information about the early stages of the solar system .
“ Some provide a glimpse at the deep interior of our planet .
In some meteorites , there is ‘ stardust ’ even older than our Solar System , which shows us how stars form and evolve to create elements of the periodic table .
Other rare meteorites contain organic molecules such as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ life.
” Scientists determine the age of meteorites through a process called carbon-dating and investigate their chemical composition , mineral composition , and age to determine where they came from .
Hole needed a few years to realize that he has found something special , and in most cases , people are wrong when they assume they have found a space rock .
Therefore , here are several tips to help you find out if you have discovered the right thing : • Perform a magnet test , as most meteorites contain large @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is heavy , so the weight might be an important clue • On the surface , meteorites often have regmaglypts , or thumbprints , and tiny rivulets called flow lines • Many meteorites have a fusion crust , which is a thin , dark rind created by the extreme heat and pressure it has been subjected to while traveling to Earth Australian scientists have determined that the 4.6 billion-year-old meteorite Hole found has been on Earth for anywhere from one hundred to one thousand years .
It is extremely rare and is the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have ever been found in Victoria , Australia .
“ Looking at the chain of events , it ’ s quite , you might say , astronomical it being discovered at all.
” “ It was just pot luck , mate .
A billion to one – bigger , a trillion to one , ” he marvels .
“ Got more chance of being struck by lightning twice .
”

Sometimes, out of a sudden, we can all strike it lucky! And this time, it was even bigger than the national lottery! Back in 2015, one Australian man found something that turned out to be much more valuable than he ever imagined.
With the help of his metal detector, David Hole spotted a very distinct rock while in Maryborough Regional Park near Melbourne. It was reddish, heavy, and resting in some yellow clay.
He took it home because he believed it might be a gold nugget inside the rock. He used a rock saw, an angle grinder, a drill, to crack it open, and even put it in acid and used a sledgehammer, but he failed. Years later, he found out that it was a rare meteorite, after he took it into the Melbourne Museum to be identified.
Geologist Dermot Henry explained that its dimpled appearance happens when they pass through Earth’s atmosphere, as “they are melting on the outside, and the atmosphere sculpts them.”
When a larger body, like a comet, asteroid, or even a planet or the moon, is broken or blasted off, meteoroids are formed.
When a meteoroid enters into Earth’s atmosphere at high speeds and burns up, it becomes a meteor. In case the meteor survives its harrowing journey and hits the ground, it becomes a meteorite.
Meteorites usually disintegrate under immense pressure while traveling, and only 5 % of the original object makes it all the way to the ground.
The rock Hole found was really heavy, weighing in at seventeen kilograms, or 37.5 pounds. Another Melbourne Museum geologist, Bill Birch, said that a regular rock “ shouldn’t be that heavy.”
They used a diamond saw to cut off a small slice of it, and discovered that it contained a high percentage of iron, which makes it an H5 ordinary chondrite.
Also, the rock had numerous chondrules, which looked like tiny metallic droplets.
Henry commented:
“You’re looking right back to the formation of the solar system here.’
Scientists called the meteorite Maryborough after the town near it was found, and it is the third rock of its kind to be found in Victoria.
Meteorites are very important, as they are one of the cheapest forms of space exploration that provide valuable information about the early stages of the solar system.
Henry adds:
“Some provide a glimpse at the deep interior of our planet. In some meteorites, there is ‘stardust’ even older than our Solar System, which shows us how stars form and evolve to create elements of the periodic table. Other rare meteorites contain organic molecules such as amino acids; the building blocks of life.”
Scientists determine the age of meteorites through a process called carbon-dating and investigate their chemical composition, mineral composition, and age to determine where they came from.
Hole needed a few years to realize that he has found something special, and in most cases, people are wrong when they assume they have found a space rock.
Therefore, here are several tips to help you find out if you have discovered the right thing:
Perform a magnet test, as most meteorites contain large amounts of iron or nickel
Iron is heavy, so the weight might be an important clue
On the surface, meteorites often have regmaglypts, or thumbprints, and tiny rivulets called flow lines
Many meteorites have a fusion crust, which is a thin, dark rind created by the extreme heat and pressure it has been subjected to while traveling to Earth
Australian scientists have determined that the 4.6 billion-year-old meteorite Hole found has been on Earth for anywhere from one hundred to one thousand years.
It is extremely rare and is the second-largest out of only 17 meteorites that have ever been found in Victoria, Australia.
Henry concluded:
“Looking at the chain of events, it’s quite, you might say, astronomical it being discovered at all.”
Hole added:
“It was just pot luck, mate. A billion to one – bigger, a trillion to one,” he marvels. “Got more chance of being struck by lightning twice.”
Sources:
www.sciencealert.com
ednews.net
www.smh.com.au


healthyfoodhouse--2020-06-22--Dad Built His Rescue Dog With Trust Issues A Tiny House In The Living Room To Get ‘Alone Time’

Adopting a dog is the most rewarding experience ever !
Not only do you get a dog , a friend for life , but you have also saved the life of an animal in need .
However , when adopting a dog , you may face a few challenges .
It might struggle with anxiety , aggression or fear , and it might take a while until the dog feels at home , and truly trusts you .
That ’ s the case of Sean Farrell from Birmingham , and his adopted 9-year-old dog Buster , a Staffordshire Bull Terrier @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
With the end goal to make Buster trust him and have some alone time , Sean built him a tiny house .
When Sean took Buster , his first plan was to foster and keep him only until there is another home for Buster .
However , as time passed , Sean got attached to Buster and decided to keep him for good .
Buster ’ s last home ended with the authorities intervening and taking Buster away from the home .
When Sean noticed that Buster is afraid , he started @ @ @ @ @ @ @ walks , and spending as much time as he can with him .
But the situation didn ’ t change , since it seemed Buster was always trying to find a quiet part to rest and be alone .
Then , Sean thought of the idea to build Buster a tiny house in the living room , for when Buster wanted to be alone .
The house included a window with a view to the living room , a fan and a bed for Buster .
There are also cute decorations , plants @ @ @ @ @ @ @ now Buster is a happy dog , and also a therapy dog – he goes into homes and clinics to comfort people with autism or anxiety .
If you are thinking of adopting a dog , think thoroughly .
Most of the dogs are normal dogs , well-adjusted and happy .
But , it ’ s not unusual for the dog to be scared at first , so be patient with him , and give him enough time to adjust to his new surroundings .
Experts say you shouldn ’ t let your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , until you make sure he feels comfortable in his new home .
Provide your dog with as much care and love as you can , and eventually he will learn that your home is not a dangerous place for him .

Adopting a dog is the most rewarding experience ever! Not only do you get a dog, a friend for life, but you have also saved the life of an animal in need.
However, when adopting a dog, you may face a few challenges. It might struggle with anxiety, aggression or fear, and it might take a while until the dog feels at home, and truly trusts you.
That’s the case of Sean Farrell from Birmingham, and his adopted 9-year-old dog Buster, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier, which came from an abusive home. With the end goal to make Buster trust him and have some alone time, Sean built him a tiny house.
When Sean took Buster, his first plan was to foster and keep him only until there is another home for Buster. However, as time passed, Sean got attached to Buster and decided to keep him for good.
Buster’s last home ended with the authorities intervening and taking Buster away from the home.
When Sean noticed that Buster is afraid, he started eating with him, taking him for walks, and spending as much time as he can with him. But the situation didn’t change, since it seemed Buster was always trying to find a quiet part to rest and be alone. Then, Sean thought of the idea to build Buster a tiny house in the living room, for when Buster wanted to be alone.
The house included a window with a view to the living room, a fan and a bed for Buster. There are also cute decorations, plants and toys.
His idea worked; now Buster is a happy dog, and also a therapy dog – he goes into homes and clinics to comfort people with autism or anxiety.
If you are thinking of adopting a dog, think thoroughly. Most of the dogs are normal dogs, well-adjusted and happy. But, it’s not unusual for the dog to be scared at first, so be patient with him, and give him enough time to adjust to his new surroundings.
Experts say you shouldn’t let your new dog spend time with your children, until you make sure he feels comfortable in his new home.
Provide your dog with as much care and love as you can, and eventually he will learn that your home is not a dangerous place for him.
Sources:
blog.theanimalrescuesite.greatergood.com
justsomething.co
brightside.me


healthyfoodhouse--2020-06-22--Hotel Stays Open During Lockdowns To House Homeless Locals; And They’re Repaying The Favor With Odd

Hotel Stays Open During Lockdowns To House Homeless Locals; And They’re Repaying The Favor With Odd Jobs

The coronavirus has been a game-changer in the past several months .
Apart from locking people down , it has also closed the doors of numerous companies and places .
Yet , some hotels have been so generous that they remained open just to accommodate the homeless during these challenging times .
The Fownes Hotel in Worcester , England , normally charges guests up to £155 per night .
Yet , the 62-room hotel decided to stay open to provide shelter and food to people living on the streets .
Now , their grateful guests return the favor .
Eddie @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the guests at the hotel , has built a wall and a patio at the hotel .
Others helped the 11-member staff with the room-cleaning and gardening , as 45 people have been staying there since the restrictions .
Peter Swinbourne , who has been homeless for 25 years , says : “ I have never slept in a double bed before .
I ’ m happy here—this is a five-star hotel putting up homeless people.
” Restaurant employees work every single day to provide three-course meals for the guests and deliver @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
55-year-old Terrence Marriot , who ’ s been staying at the hotel for six weeks , says that the food is “ excellent ” , and he feels “ a lot healthier than when I came in.
” According to assistant manager Julie Merrick , the hotel remained open just because they wanted to help : “ Our new guests have been lovely and grateful for the support they had been given and treat their rooms with respect.
” Merrick , a mother-of-two , has worked double the typical hours to help @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that they are the only hotel in Worcester doing this , so the staff “ are very brave ” and ‘ it has brought us all closer together as a team.
” The staff focused on an action called “ Housing First ” as a way to combat homelessness , which initially provides those in need with housing , and then provides additional services .
They believe that everyone can move forward easier if they have a roof over their heads .
The hotel has partnered with a homeless charity to host workshops @ @ @ @ @ @ @ addictions , seek benefits , and find future accommodation .
Alcohol is not permitted in the hotel , and the bar has been cleared of all alcohol as a precaution .
It was reported that at the entrance of the hotel , there are signs that remind people to wash their hands because of Covid-19 with hand sanitizer .
According to the management , no cases of Covid-19 have been reported so far .
If they respect hotel rules , guests are rewarded with pizza on a Tuesday night !
Back in February @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hotel has helped people again and homed 30 people who were forced to leave their homes .

The coronavirus has been a game-changer in the past several months. Apart from locking people down, it has also closed the doors of numerous companies and places.
Yet, some hotels have been so generous that they remained open just to accommodate the homeless during these challenging times. The Fownes Hotel in Worcester, England, normally charges guests up to £155 per night.
Yet, the 62-room hotel decided to stay open to provide shelter and food to people living on the streets. Now, their grateful guests return the favor.
Eddie Boult, a former bricklayer and one of the guests at the hotel, has built a wall and a patio at the hotel. Others helped the 11-member staff with the room-cleaning and gardening, as 45 people have been staying there since the restrictions.
Peter Swinbourne, who has been homeless for 25 years, says:
“I have never slept in a double bed before. I’m happy here—this is a five-star hotel putting up homeless people.”
Restaurant employees work every single day to provide three-course meals for the guests and deliver them to their rooms in disposable containers.
55-year-old Terrence Marriot, who’s been staying at the hotel for six weeks, says that the food is “excellent”, and he feels “ a lot healthier than when I came in.”
According to assistant manager Julie Merrick, the hotel remained open just because they wanted to help:
“Our new guests have been lovely and grateful for the support they had been given and treat their rooms with respect.”
Merrick, a mother-of-two, has worked double the typical hours to help the hotel stay open. She explains that they are the only hotel in Worcester doing this, so the staff “ are very brave” and ‘ it has brought us all closer together as a team.”
The staff focused on an action called “Housing First” as a way to combat homelessness, which initially provides those in need with housing, and then provides additional services. They believe that everyone can move forward easier if they have a roof over their heads.
The hotel has partnered with a homeless charity to host workshops that will help the homeless fight their addictions, seek benefits, and find future accommodation.
Alcohol is not permitted in the hotel, and the bar has been cleared of all alcohol as a precaution.
It was reported that at the entrance of the hotel, there are signs that remind people to wash their hands because of Covid-19 with hand sanitizer. According to the management, no cases of Covid-19 have been reported so far.
If they respect hotel rules, guests are rewarded with pizza on a Tuesday night! Back in February, during the regional flooding, the hotel has helped people again and homed 30 people who were forced to leave their homes.
Amazing job, Fownes Hotel!
Sources:
www.goodnewsnetwork.org
www.worcesternews.co.uk
www.moms.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-06-22--12 Bedroom Plants That Help You Sleep Better

Nowadays , it seems that people are suffering from sleep deficiency more than ever .
Modern lifestyles are highly hectic and full of stress , we ended up lacking time , so we reduced the amount of sleep we get every night or we ended having difficulties to fall asleep .
According to the National Sleep Association , between 50 and 70 million US adults suffer from a sleep disorder .
Sadly , lack of sleep has become so common problem , that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently called insufficient sleep a “ public health problem.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our health , we should all address this issue and find a suitable way to get a good snooze .
Fortunately , there are 12 bedroom plants that will help you sleep better in a completely natural way !
Apart from decorating the place , they can purify the air , help us breathe better , relax us , and even eliminate harmful toxins .
NASA dedicated an entire study to the effects of the following 12 plants in the bedroom , and the findings were fascinating !
This beautiful plant cleanses the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ benzene , and raises the moisture in the room , thus destroying airborne microbes which cause allergies .
Moreover , it soothes an irritated dry nose and dry throat which can lead to sleeping disorders as well .
Gerbera Daisies purify the air as they release oxygen , and help in the case of allergies or apnea .
Lavender is well known for its relaxing properties .
Its pleasant aroma will lower your anxiety , blood pressure , and stress , and it will slow down your heart rate , so you can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lavender is a perfect way to calm babies and their mothers too .
This plant with heart-shaped leaves requires a few hours of sunlight exposure and weekly watering , and it will dramatically improve your sleep .
This exotic plant will reduce anxiety , and improve your sleep .
Apart from decorating the bedroom , jasmine will also calm your body and prepare it for rest .
This plant purifies the air , as it absorbs carbon dioxide at night , and fills the bedroom with fresh and clean air , perfect for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ household toxins from the air .
This exotic plant should be kept in a shady place , and watered regularly .
It will ensure that the air in your bedroom is clean and fresh throughout the entire day .
This plant cleanses the air and eliminates 90 % of formaldehyde , which is often found in household products .
It will also get rid of bad smells and fumes , and it will maintain a normal level of oxygen in the room .
The soothing properties of this plant have been known for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Galen prescribed Valerian root as a cure for insomnia .
Researchers claim that you can even improve your sleep only by smelling it .
Place it by the window , and add several petals to your bedtime bath .
English Ivy has been found to treat allergies and asthma , which often lead to sleeping disorders .
The American College of Allergy , Asthma & Immunology reported that it removed 78 % of airborne mold and 94 % of airborne feces in 12 hours .
Aloe Vera absorbs carbon dioxide and releases @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by the window , as it needs a lot of sunlight , and enjoy your sleep .
Some studies indicate that gardenias can be as effective as Valium when it comes to lowering anxiety and improving sleep quality .
Yet , make sure it is not exposed to direct sunlight .
To optimize the effects of these plants , make sure you wipe their leaves at least once a week , so they can filter the air properly .
According to NASA ’ s guidelines , 15-18 air-cleansing plants in an 1800 square @ @ @ @ @ @ @ get the much-needed rest .
A better night ’ s sleep will improve your wellbeing in various ways .
You ’ ll wake up full of energy , you ’ ll be more focused and alert during the day , and your mood will be dramatically improved !

Nowadays, it seems that people are suffering from sleep deficiency more than ever. Modern lifestyles are highly hectic and full of stress, we ended up lacking time, so we reduced the amount of sleep we get every night or we ended having difficulties to fall asleep.
According to the National Sleep Association, between 50 and 70 million US adults suffer from a sleep disorder.
Sadly, lack of sleep has become so common problem, that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently called insufficient sleep a “public health problem.”
Yet, as sleep is crucial for our health, we should all address this issue and find a suitable way to get a good snooze. Fortunately, there are 12 bedroom plants that will help you sleep better in a completely natural way!
Apart from decorating the place, they can purify the air, help us breathe better, relax us, and even eliminate harmful toxins. NASA dedicated an entire study to the effects of the following 12 plants in the bedroom, and the findings were fascinating!
1. Peace Lily
This beautiful plant cleanses the air from trichloroethylene, formaldehyde, and benzene, and raises the moisture in the room, thus destroying airborne microbes which cause allergies.
Moreover, it soothes an irritated dry nose and dry throat which can lead to sleeping disorders as well.
2. Gerbera Daisies
Gerbera Daisies purify the air as they release oxygen, and help in the case of allergies or apnea.
3. Lavender
Lavender is well known for its relaxing properties. Its pleasant aroma will lower your anxiety, blood pressure, and stress, and it will slow down your heart rate, so you can finally get some zzz’s.
Lavender is a perfect way to calm babies and their mothers too.
4. Golden Pothos
This plant with heart-shaped leaves requires a few hours of sunlight exposure and weekly watering, and it will dramatically improve your sleep.
5. Jasmine
This exotic plant will reduce anxiety, and improve your sleep. Apart from decorating the bedroom, jasmine will also calm your body and prepare it for rest.
6. Snake Plant (Mother-in-Law’s Tongue)
This plant purifies the air, as it absorbs carbon dioxide at night, and fills the bedroom with fresh and clean air, perfect for improved sleep. It will also eliminate household toxins from the air.
7. Bamboo Palm
This exotic plant should be kept in a shady place, and watered regularly. It will ensure that the air in your bedroom is clean and fresh throughout the entire day.
8. Spider Plant
This plant cleanses the air and eliminates 90% of formaldehyde, which is often found in household products. It will also get rid of bad smells and fumes, and it will maintain a normal level of oxygen in the room.
9. Valerian
The soothing properties of this plant have been known for centuries. The Roman philosopher and physician, Galen prescribed Valerian root as a cure for insomnia.
Researchers claim that you can even improve your sleep only by smelling it. Place it by the window, and add several petals to your bedtime bath.
10. English Ivy
English Ivy has been found to treat allergies and asthma, which often lead to sleeping disorders.
The American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology reported that it removed 78% of airborne mold and 94% of airborne feces in 12 hours.
11. Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera absorbs carbon dioxide and releases oxygen in the room. Place it by the window, as it needs a lot of sunlight, and enjoy your sleep.
12. Gardenia
Some studies indicate that gardenias can be as effective as Valium when it comes to lowering anxiety and improving sleep quality. Yet, make sure it is not exposed to direct sunlight.
To optimize the effects of these plants, make sure you wipe their leaves at least once a week, so they can filter the air properly. According to NASA’s guidelines, 15-18 air-cleansing plants in an 1800 square foot house will be enough to finally get the much-needed rest.
A better night’s sleep will improve your wellbeing in various ways. You’ll wake up full of energy, you’ll be more focused and alert during the day, and your mood will be dramatically improved!
Sources:
www.proflowers.com
plantinstructions.com
bedpillows.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-06-23--Mom With Same Beehive Hairdo For 37 Years Looks Decades Younger After Impactful Makeover

Every Wednesday , the 63-year-old Joan Irvine would get up at 05:30 in the morning , and spend four hours styling up her hair and preparing it for the whole week .
She was famous for wearing her hair in the exact same way .
She was stuck in the 50s for almost 40 years .
She had her signature beehive hairstyle , which she made with a few brushes , four kinds of rollers , a lot of hairspray and hairpins .
In fact , she once cancelled a vacation , afraid she would set off the metal detectors @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her hair down , except maybe for swimming .
Cindy and Christine , Joan ’ s frustrated daughters , begged the people from The Oprah Show for some help – a makeover for their mom .
They thought everything about their mother was outdated .
So , they sent a video to The Oprah Show , and were thrilled when their mom was chosen for the makeover .
“ We ’ re going to take an insurance policy out on her hair , God forbids something happens to the hair.
” – Christine @ @ @ @ @ @ @ viewers at The Oprah Show were delighted with the makeover .
Take a look at this video , and see Joan ’ s total transformation !

Every Wednesday, the 63-year-old Joan Irvine would get up at 05:30 in the morning, and spend four hours styling up her hair and preparing it for the whole week. She was famous for wearing her hair in the exact same way.
She was stuck in the 50s for almost 40 years. She had her signature beehive hairstyle, which she made with a few brushes, four kinds of rollers, a lot of hairspray and hairpins. In fact, she once cancelled a vacation, afraid she would set off the metal detectors at the airport.
She never let her hair down, except maybe for swimming.
Cindy and Christine, Joan’s frustrated daughters, begged the people from The Oprah Show for some help – a makeover for their mom.
They thought everything about their mother was outdated. So, they sent a video to The Oprah Show, and were thrilled when their mom was chosen for the makeover.
“We’re going to take an insurance policy out on her hair, God forbids something happens to the hair.” – Christine said.
After the makeover, the viewers at The Oprah Show were delighted with the makeover. Take a look at this video, and see Joan’s total transformation!
Sources:
www.westernjournal.com
nicerdays.org
www.redorblue.us


healthyfoodhouse--2020-06-23--Endangered Seahorse Makes A Comeback Due To Lockdown

The coronavirus pandemic , that has endangered the wellbeing of us all , has changed our lives in numerous ways , maybe permanently .
Among the measures and guidelines issued by governments , we were also advised to remain at home while things get better and experts manage to flatten the curve .
However , while we found the lockdown challenging , to say at least , Nature seems to enjoy it .
English divers have discovered 16 spiny seahorses in Studland Bay in Dorset , the largest number recorded in that area since 2008 , and the first sighting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Seahorse Trust , it is a result of the slowdown from the coronavirus pandemic , the reduced number of people , less boat traffic in the area , and less noise associated with anchors .
“ We have seen so many seahorses because the food chain has recovered , giving seahorses plenty of food to eat , and crucially , somewhere to hide .
The seagrass has started to repair itself , and the spiny seahorses have taken advantage of this.
” There are two types of seahorse species found in England – @ @ @ @ @ @ @ seahorses tend to live in shallow waters during the warmer months , and they cling on to seagrass with their tails .
They are around 15-17 cm long .
Both species were protected in 2008 by The Wildlife and Countryside Act .
The numerous years spent campaigning led to the designation of Studland Bay as a Marine Conservation Zone last year , and the recognition of the importance of its seagrass habitat and seahorse population .
“ The 16 seahorses discovered on a single dive are an amazing discovery , but we now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) and Natural England to enforce the Wildlife and Countryside Act and the Marine Conservation Zone and put in place measures such as environmentally friendly moorings .
The seahorses need protection to stop them being disturbed again as COVID-19 restrictions are lifted , and to stop them vanishing from this legally protected site .
We have a unique opportunity to help nature and to restore the balance of our planet .
We must grab this with both hands , for the seagrass , for the sea , for humanity and crucially for these @ @ @ @

The coronavirus pandemic, that has endangered the wellbeing of us all, has changed our lives in numerous ways, maybe permanently.
Among the measures and guidelines issued by governments, we were also advised to remain at home while things get better and experts manage to flatten the curve.
However, while we found the lockdown challenging, to say at least, Nature seems to enjoy it. English divers have discovered 16 spiny seahorses in Studland Bay in Dorset, the largest number recorded in that area since 2008, and the first sighting in two years.
According to the Seahorse Trust, it is a result of the slowdown from the coronavirus pandemic, the reduced number of people, less boat traffic in the area, and less noise associated with anchors.
Neil Garrick-Maidment, the trust founder, said:
“We have seen so many seahorses because the food chain has recovered, giving seahorses plenty of food to eat, and crucially, somewhere to hide. The seagrass has started to repair itself, and the spiny seahorses have taken advantage of this.”
There are two types of seahorse species found in England – the spiny and short-snouted. The spiny seahorses tend to live in shallow waters during the warmer months, and they cling on to seagrass with their tails. They are around 15-17 cm long.
Both species were protected in 2008 by The Wildlife and Countryside Act.
The numerous years spent campaigning led to the designation of Studland Bay as a Marine Conservation Zone last year, and the recognition of the importance of its seagrass habitat and seahorse population.
Mr. Garrick-Maidment added:
“The 16 seahorses discovered on a single dive are an amazing discovery, but we now need the Marine Management Organisation (MMO) and Natural England to enforce the Wildlife and Countryside Act and the Marine Conservation Zone and put in place measures such as environmentally friendly moorings.
The seahorses need protection to stop them being disturbed again as COVID-19 restrictions are lifted, and to stop them vanishing from this legally protected site.
We have a unique opportunity to help nature and to restore the balance of our planet. We must grab this with both hands, for the seagrass, for the sea, for humanity and crucially for these incredible seahorses.”
Sources:
news.sky.com
www.express.co.uk
www.msn.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-06-23--Dog Discovers Abandoned Kitten In Rain During Potty Break And Guides Her To Her Home For Shelter

Dogs are wonderful creatures .
Many of them become therapy dogs , service dogs and trained bomb-sniffing dogs .
We all love stories where people save stray animals , but what ’ s even more remarkable is when another animal does the saving .
This fluffy Hazel is a 3-year-old Yorkie-Chihuahua-poodle mix , which lives in Abilene , Texas , with Monica Burks .
It is an extremely compassionate dog .
One day , Hazel went out on her potty break , and didn ’ t come back .
What happened is she heard a kitten crying , alone on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ outside .
Hazel accompanied the kitten to Monica ’ s house , in order to help her .
The kitten hesitated a little , but Hazel was persistent and encouraged the kitten to keep following her .
Hazel kept looking back and checking if the kitten was behind her .
Monica was surprised to see that .
She immediately took her phone and recorded that moment : “ There must be something called pure love .
I saw Hazel ’ s maternal instincts come to light.
” The kitten couldn ’ t climb @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the house , so Hazel took the kitten by the neck and they entered the house together .
Monica ’ s brother , Michael , adopted the baby kitten and named her Sheba .
Michael and Monica make sure Hazel and Sheba spend time together .

Dogs are wonderful creatures. Many of them become therapy dogs, service dogs and trained bomb-sniffing dogs. We all love stories where people save stray animals, but what’s even more remarkable is when another animal does the saving.
This fluffy Hazel is a 3-year-old Yorkie-Chihuahua-poodle mix, which lives in Abilene, Texas, with Monica Burks. It is an extremely compassionate dog.
One day, Hazel went out on her potty break, and didn’t come back. What happened is she heard a kitten crying, alone on the road, while it was raining outside. Hazel accompanied the kitten to Monica’s house, in order to help her.
The kitten hesitated a little, but Hazel was persistent and encouraged the kitten to keep following her. Hazel kept looking back and checking if the kitten was behind her.
Monica was surprised to see that. She immediately took her phone and recorded that moment: “There must be something called pure love. I saw Hazel’s maternal instincts come to light.”
The kitten couldn’t climb on the last step in front of the house, so Hazel took the kitten by the neck and they entered the house together.
Monica’s brother, Michael, adopted the baby kitten and named her Sheba. Michael and Monica make sure Hazel and Sheba spend time together.
Watch this adorable video:
Sources:
www.dogheirs.com
www.theanimalclub.net
www.inspiremore.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-06-23--Swan ‘Dies From A Broken Heart’ After Teenagers Smashed Her Unborn Cygnets With Bricks

A swan allegedly died of a broken heart , after her unborn cygnets were killed by teenage vandals .
Last month , in Bolton , Greater Manchester , a group of teenagers threw rocks and bricks at a swan mother ’ s eggs .
This week , the swan mother was discovered dead and the father had disappeared .
As said by some onlookers , the heartless vandals were aiming at the swan nest , and unfortunately , 3 of the 6 eggs were smashed .
To add to this swan ’ s misery , she had previously been harassed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , hens and ducks .
The father , who was struggling with stress , was driven away from the nest two weeks ago .
And , as swans mate for life , it is known they can die of a broken heart when they lose their partners .
Experts explain that when they lose their loved ones , they go through the same grieving process as humans .
A representative of the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals ( RSPCA ) said : “ This is a really sad development @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about the death of this poor swan .
We are investigating the previous distressing incident and we would urge anyone with information to contact our appeals line on 0300 123 8018 .
Swans , their nests and their eggs are protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981.
” A week before this incident , teenagers armed with catapults killed a swan and her three babies , near Eisey Footbridge in Wiltshire .
Since these incidents were shared , many Facebook users have been heartbroken , leaving comments and feeling sorry for these @ @

A swan allegedly died of a broken heart, after her unborn cygnets were killed by teenage vandals.
Last month, in Bolton, Greater Manchester, a group of teenagers threw rocks and bricks at a swan mother’s eggs. This week, the swan mother was discovered dead and the father had disappeared.
As said by some onlookers, the heartless vandals were aiming at the swan nest, and unfortunately, 3 of the 6 eggs were smashed. To add to this swan’s misery, she had previously been harassed by other animals, such as dogs, hens and ducks.
The father, who was struggling with stress, was driven away from the nest two weeks ago. And, as swans mate for life, it is known they can die of a broken heart when they lose their partners.
Experts explain that when they lose their loved ones, they go through the same grieving process as humans.
A representative of the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals(RSPCA) said: “This is a really sad development and it is very upsetting to hear about the death of this poor swan.
We are investigating the previous distressing incident and we would urge anyone with information to contact our appeals line on 0300 123 8018. Swans, their nests and their eggs are protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981.”
A week before this incident, teenagers armed with catapults killed a swan and her three babies, near Eisey Footbridge in Wiltshire.
Since these incidents were shared, many Facebook users have been heartbroken, leaving comments and feeling sorry for these animals.
Sources:
life.gomcgill.com
www.mirror.co.uk
www.republicworld.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-06-23--40 Women That Embraced Their Grey Roots And Look Stunning

People have always hated their grey hair , mostly because that ’ s a sign they are getting older ( along with saggy skin and wrinkles ) .
In 2017 , a woman went to a salon in California , belonging to Jack Martin .
She was desperate and didn ’ t know what to do with the gray hairs which didn ’ t seem to stop appearing and asked Jack for help .
After a discussion between them , they decided it was best if Jack dyed her hair silver .
Using his skills , Jack succeeded to make @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in love with her new look .
Jack posted her on Instagram , and the post went viral .
Since then , a lot of women request to have this silver touch .
They decided to go gray and prove that the issue isn ’ t just about your age , but your self-esteem and self-love , since graying can happen to you at any age .
Mindy , 38 , wrote : “ My silver to me means embracing the aging process .
It ’ s not for everyone , and that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a lot of silver and wanted to see what would happen if I stopped trying to hide it and , instead , tried to use plant-based products to enhance it .
That was almost 2 years ago and my hair , and confidence , have never been better.
” You can see these looks on Instagram : the @ grombre account and hashtags like # goinggraygracefully , # silversisters and # grayhairmovement .
Lady Gaga is one of the celebrities who promoted this silver trend , as something that should be celebrated , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s stories encourage other women all around the world to do the same .

People have always hated their grey hair, mostly because that’s a sign they are getting older (along with saggy skin and wrinkles).
In 2017, a woman went to a salon in California, belonging to Jack Martin. She was desperate and didn’t know what to do with the gray hairs which didn’t seem to stop appearing and asked Jack for help. After a discussion between them, they decided it was best if Jack dyed her hair silver.
Using his skills, Jack succeeded to make an excellent transformation. The woman fell in love with her new look. Jack posted her on Instagram, and the post went viral.
Since then, a lot of women request to have this silver touch. They decided to go gray and prove that the issue isn’t just about your age, but your self-esteem and self-love, since graying can happen to you at any age.
Mindy, 38, wrote: “My silver to me means embracing the aging process. It’s not for everyone, and that’s totally okay. I have a lot of silver and wanted to see what would happen if I stopped trying to hide it and, instead, tried to use plant-based products to enhance it. That was almost 2 years ago and my hair, and confidence, have never been better.”
You can see these looks on Instagram: the @grombre account and hashtags like #goinggraygracefully, #silversisters and #grayhairmovement.
Lady Gaga is one of the celebrities who promoted this silver trend, as something that should be celebrated, rather than hidden.
These women’s stories encourage other women all around the world to do the same.
Sources:
brightside.me
www.boredpanda.com
www.thestar.com