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LoL HC - Saving Zaun - Subterranean Flora & Fungi

This is a list of cave-dwelling plants & fungi that could be used to create a more diverse cave-dwelling ecosystems for Zaun.

Plants that grow specifically in caves are called Speleophytes.

There are 4 types of plants that can grow in caves.

1. Speleophytes: These are plants that grow in caves & are adapted to low light levels. Speleophytes rely on nutrients from organic matter that accumulates in the cave, rather than photosynthesis, to survive. Examples include some species of ferns, mosses, & fungi.

2. Epiphytes: These are plants that grow on the surface of other plants, rather than in soil. Some epiphytes, such as some species of orchids, bromeliads, & ferns, are able to grow in the humid environments found in some caves.

3. Lithophytes: These are plants that grow on rocks or cliffs, rather than in soil. Some lithophytes, such as some species of ferns, mosses, & lichens, are able to grow in the moist, shaded environments found in some caves.

4. Bryophytes: This is the informal group name for mosses, liverworts & hornworts. They are non-vascular plants, which means they have no roots or vascular tissue, but instead absorb water & nutrients from the air through their surface (e.g., their leaves). These plants grow near cave entrances.

Dwarf Fortress:

Plump Helmet (Fungi) = Wet & Dry - Spring, Summer, Autumn, & Winter - Food.

Pig Tail (???) = Wet & Dry - Summer & Autumn - Weave & Paper = A plant that corkscrews up from the ground, resembling the tail of a pig, thus its name. Used to make thread, cloth, & paper.

Cave Wheat (Wheat) = Wet & Dry - Summer & Autumn - Cooking = A variety of grain that grows underground. Can be milled into flour.

Sweet Pod (Bean) = Wet & Dry - Spring & Summer - Sugar, Syrup, Rum, & Food = Works similarly to soy beans in that they put nutrients back into the ground. A sort of sweet bean. Can be prossessed into sugar, syrup, brewed into rum, ect.

Quarry Bush (Nut) = Wet & Dry - Spring, Summer, & Autumn - Food & Soap = The leaves & nuts are stone gray with the whole thing, including the leaves & nuts, being vaguely shaped like the clubs playing card suit. Leaves are great filler & easy on space while nuts are edible & can also make Rocknut Oil. Oil can be used in place of tallow to create soap.

Dimple Cup (Dye Flower) = Wet & Dry - Spring, Summer, & Autumn - Midnight Blue Dye = A dark blue, cave-dwelling flower that grows close to the ground. Flower has 4 large petals.

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Stardew Valley:

Cave Carrot (Root Vegetable) = Wet & Dry - Year Round - Food = A brown, cave-dwelling tuber. Great for improving darkvision. A miner's best friend.

Fairy Rose (Magic Flower) = Wet & Dry - Spring - Ambiance & Honey = A magical, pink rose. One of the foundational flowers needed to create Arcana Honey & Arcana Royal Jelly (made when bees use Fairy Roses, Bluemist Flowers, & Red Magic Flowers to create honey). Not native to Zaun, but could, theoretically, be cultivated in the Promenade provided pollution has been reduced.

Sweet Gem Berry = Wet & Dry - Fall - Food = A shiny, red Berry. By far the sweetest thing you'll ever smell. Delicious & extremely sweet. Extremely rare & expensive. Not native to Zaun, but could, theoretically, be cultivated in the Promenade provided pollution has been entirely gotten rid of. - It is a relative of the Miracle Berry, being sweet, but tasting like bland peaches & after eating it, sour foods turn sweet.

Ancient Fruit = A previously extinct, blue fruit with a spiral from millenia ago. A seed was mined up from Zaun's depths recently & botanists have been trying to revive it. While technically native to Zaun, it only grows on the Promenade & requires that the pollution has been entirely gotten rid of. - Tastes like a mix of cantaloupe melon & guava with a texture not dissimilar to a peach. Or if you've never tried those, it tastes like apple, honey, strawberry, & vanilla. Meaning it is unique, juicy, sweet, tender, & almost universally pleasant.

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Harvest Moon:

Pontata Root (Medicinal Root) = Wet & Dry - Year Round - Medicine = A thick, light brownish root. Has strong, medicinal benefits. Bitter.

Moondrop Flower (Flower) = Wet & Dry - Spring - Ambiance = Not native to Zaun, but could, theoretically, be cultivated in the Promenade provided pollution has been reduced.

Bluemist Flower (Magic Flower) = Wet & Dry - Spring & Winter - Ambiance & Honey = A blue, magical flower. One of the foundational flowers needed to create Arcana Honey & Arcana Royal Jelly (made when bees use Fairy Roses, Bluemist Flowers, & Red Magic Flowers to create honey). Not native to Zaun, but could, theoretically, be cultivated in the Promenade provided pollution has been reduced.

Red Magic Flower (Magic Flower) = Wet & Dry - Summer & Fall - Ambiance & Honey = A red, magical flower. One of the foundational flowers needed to create Arcana Honey & Arcana Royal Jelly (made when bees use Fairy Roses, Bluemist Flowers, & Red Magic Flowers to create honey). Not native to Zaun, but could, theoretically, be cultivated in the Promenade provided pollution has been reduced.

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Minecraft:

Spore Blossoms (Ceiling Flower) = Wet & Dry - Year Round - Ambiance = Large flowers that grow on the ceiling. They spread glowing green spores. Is just very pretty & atmospheric. Firelights love them.

Glow Berries (Fruit) = Wet & Dry - Spring & Summer - Food = A type of cave-dwelling, ceiling vines that grow clusters of glowing, yellow berries. They need no direct sunlight, but prefer areas where water is found above them, on the surface, & leaks through the ceiling of the cave to drip down. Due to the presence of the River Pilt, these grow very well in Zaun. - They are very juicy with a grape-like skin & a tender, peach-like texture inside, with ovular, edible seeds & containing lots of vitamin D. It tastes like gooseberries & lilac. So, a tart grape flavor with a lemon-like sharpness & subtle sweetness that comes across like tropical fruit. It's flavor being like pineapple, cherry tomato, strawberry, & fig with a hint of lilac.

Dripleaf (Water Plant) = Wet - Year Round - Ambiance = Grows directly in water & actively cleans it. Long stalks that grow up to hang over the water with large leaves at the tops & hang over the water.

Shimmerleaf (Magic Flower) = Dry & Wet - Summer - Magic = A shinning, blue pompom-like flower.

Cinderpearl (Magic Flower) = Dry & Wet - Summer - Magic = A bright, orange, pompom-like flower.

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Blinkroot = Grows the fastest of any herb. Lives underground. Gives off light, but only shines when the flower blooms, which it does irregularly, thus blinking. Can grow anywhere underground. - Most commonly used in potions dealing with sight. Either motion or the consumer's sight or other's ability to see the consumer.

Daybloom = A bright, yellow flower that usually grows during the day. (Only on the Promenade after the pollution has been reduced enough to let the sun & moon shine through.) - Most commonly used in potions dealing with the sun, safety, protection, & health.

Deathweed = A droopy, purple & gray herb that appears as a short, withered stalk. Deathweed blooms during a Blood Moon or a Full Moon at night. (Only on the Promenade after the pollution has been reduced enough to let the sun & moon shine through.) - Most commonly used in potions dealing in combat.

Fireblossom = Fireblossom is a type of herb which appears as a small, magma-colored flower. It grows underground & near exposed lava. Will bloom when the sun is setting, from 3:45 pm to 7:30 pm, unless it is raining. They require that they are at least partially submerged in lava to bloom, but will bloom any time of day once they are submerged. - Most commonly used in potions dealing with fire or heat.

Moonglow = Moonglow is a type of Herb which appears as a bent stalk with a drooping blue-white flower. It typically grows in the jungle. Moonglow only blooms at night, emitting its small pearls of blue-white light. (Only on the Promenade after the pollution has been reduced enough to let the sun & moon shine through.) - Most commonly used in potions dealing with the moon, utility, magic, & finding things.

Shiverthorn = Shiverthorn is a type of herb that grows naturally on snow & ice blocks of any type. Always bloom after a period of growth, & unlike other herbs, remain bloomed permanently thereafter. Fully grown Shiverthorn emits a glowing particle effect. (Only on the Promenade during winter.) - Most commonly used in potions dealing with ice, cold, or feeling; whether emotional, tactile, or other forms of sensations.

Waterleaf = Waterleaf is a type of herb which appears as a very small, aqua-colored sprout. It can be found growing on sand, pearlsand, silt, or gravel. It will only bloom once fully grown & when it is raining or snowing. While blooming, its appearance will change, becoming larger & speckled with aqua leaves. A blooming Waterleaf will also emit little globes of water. Note that it does not need to be raining or snowing directly on the plant in order for it to bloom: rain or snow simply needs to occur. It is required to be at least partially submerged in water before they bloom & drop seeds. (Can be grown on the Promenade or in the lower levels.) - Most commonly used in potions dealing with water, swimming, & liquids.

Mushroom Logs only work on the Promenade, but all mushrooms can grow on mycelium regardless of location.

Illumushroom = A glowing mushroom that grows specifically on mycelium or caves. Luckily, Zaun is ideal for mushroom caves, which makes it perfect for mushroom gardening. Commonly used in potions dealing with light.

Vile Mushroom = Can grow on any corrupted layer.

Vicious Mushroom = Can grow on any Crimson Layer.

Green Mushroom = Can grow in the underground or in caverns.

Teal Mushroom = Can grow in the underground or in caverns.

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Dragon Quest: Builders 2

Vineapples (native name: Vinnáréva - vee-na-re-va) (Fruit) = Wet & Dry - Year Round - Food & Alcohol = A subterranean-growing wall vine that grows a round, wine-colored, juicy fruit that's exceptionally good for brewing. Grows in shade. Also called "Caveclimber Grapes" or "Spelunker's Apples."

Shineapples (native name: Jablesko - ya-bles-ko) (Fruit) = Wet & Dry - Year Round - Food & Alcohol = A variety of Vineapple that shines blue in the dark due to growing in complete darkness. Even better for brewing than Vineapples. More difficult to cultivate than regular Vineapples & takes more finesse to work with.

Frogstool (Fungus) = Wet - Year Round - Medicine = A poisonous, purple toadstool that's useful in medicines.

Glumgus (Fungus) = Wet - Fall & Winter - Food = A glowing, blue mushroom. High quality & delicious, but difficult to cultivate.

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Slime Rancher:

Pomagranite Mushtree (Mushroom Fruit) = Wet & Dry - Fall & Winter - Food = A giant, striped, pink & light blue, tree-like mushroom. From the cap, dark purple 'pomegranates' with rock-like formations at the bottom grow. A favorite of cave-dwelling fruit bats. The 'pomegranates' are not true fruit. They are more akin to Jackfruit, being growths.

Stoneheart Beets = Wet & Dry - Spring, Fall, & Winter - Food & Sugar = Beets that are a gray color with a tough outer skin, but a soft, supple, wine-colored inside. Can be made into sugar or cooked. Inspired by Heartbeets.

Water Cabbage = Wet - Year Round - Food = A blue, cabbage or lettuce-looking seaweed that lives on watery lake & riverbeds. Savory & somewhat fishy tasting. Good for making soup stock or making wraps when cave wheat stocks are down. Reminiscent of miso or nori. The leaves themselves are slightly iridescent.

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League of Legends:

Cavernberries = Wet & Dry - Spring & Summer - Food = A type of Zaunite native edible plant species. They are used to make juice. (Original Ideas: Grows on a bush with greenish-black leaves. The berries themselves are dark blue & aggregate like raspberries. Grows from pink flowers like Clerodendrum trichotomum.)

Piltover Shaddock = Wet & Dry - Spring, Summer, & Fall - Food = Native to Piltover, it shares a name with the real-world Pomelo, a large bitter-sweet fruit with a thick rind. Gangplank's 6 Citrus Courier is indifferent to these. The etymology of the name of these fruit on Runeterra is unknown, as the name 'Shaddock' actually comes from the name of the captain who introduced the Pomelo to Barbados. (Original Ideas: While not native to the Undercity, it grows in Piltover &, thus, could theoretically grow in the Promenade provided pollution has been reduced.)

Puffcap = Wet - Year Round - Poison & Traps = A poisonous mushrooms that grow in the toxic sewers of Zaun. Puffcaps have are green in color, with purple, red, or pink polka dots. They can grow to immense sizes. These poisonous mushrooms are very dangerous for consumption, as they would give the consumer hallucinations. With enough consumed, can result in death. They are also very volatile, seemingly being able to explode. Their spores & odors are able to poison & kill most of its victims. Puffcaps are used for a giant underground black market where they are collected by Whumps & brought back to the 4 Chump Whump Yordle or the 3 Puffcap Peddler for further trade.

Medicinal Elasticas = Wet & Dry - Spring, Summer, & Fall - Tubes = A type of plant native to the island city of Fallgren. Its natural elastic properties are used for creating Zaunite tubes. (Original Ideas: While not native to Zaun, it's used frequently enough there that I wouldn't doubt that a business-savy botanist might try to find a way to cultivate them for a profit.)

Honeyfruit = Wet - Spring & Summer - Food & Medicine = A green plant with furling limbs much like fiddlehead ferns. They grow edible, green, aggregate fruit. Native to Summoner's Rift & can be seen harvested near the city of Palcyff. Its healing properties are also used for medicinal purposes such as Health Potions. Being a semi-aquatic plant, it can be seen on the shores of rivers, lakes, & other bodies of fresh water. (Original Ideas: Not native to Zaun, but could, theoretically, be cultivated in the Promenade provided pollution has been reduced.)

Scryer's Bloom = Dry & Wet - Spring & Summer - Tea = A teal stem with a blue, orb-like flower. It has magical properties, used for clairvoyance. (Original Ideas: When made into a special tea, Scryers & Soothsayers' abilities are temporarily amplified. If processed correctly, can also temporarily impart True Sight or increased intuition upon the imbiber; extremely difficult & complicated. Not native to Zaun, but could, theoretically, be cultivated in the Promenade provided pollution has been reduced.)

Duskpetal = Dry & Wet - Spring, Summer, & Fall - Sleep Tea = Purple & pink flowers that give off a faint magical blue light with a purple stem & leaves that grow on edges of cliffs on Mount Targon. They only bloom at night, during a full moon. The fragrance of the Duskpetal is said to be sweet & unique, but fleeting, as the flower is as delicate as moonlight itself. It's said that only the Lunari have the knowledge and the skill to harvest them safely. They use the dust of a Duskpetal to magically enhance their weapons. (Original Ideas: While only the Lunari can use Duskpetals for their intended purpose, outsiders have discovered that when made into a tea, they are effective as a somnolent. Though not native to Zaun, they could potentially be cultivated on the Promenade provided pollution has been reduced.)

Naap = Dry & Wet - Spring, Summer, & Fall - Food = A type of edible plant native to the areas around Rokrund. Its roots, having a similar appearance to onions & carrots, are used for baking. (Original Ideas: Though not native to Zaun, they could potentially be cultivated on the Promenade provided pollution has been reduced.)

Serpentleaf = Dry & Wet - Summer - Poison & Medicine = A type of predatory flower native to the Nistaram Forest of Galrin. The flowers lure insects with its scent & color. Some animals have adapted an immunity to the flowers poisons, eating it from the inside when its leaves close. Serpentleaf poultice, if properly made, is used as an effective healing agent that dulls the pain but not the mind. If the flower isn't picked properly, its leaves are poisonous. (Original Ideas: Though not native to Zaun, they could potentially be cultivated on the Promenade provided pollution has been reduced.)

Pearl of the Moon = A type of flower found on the Shuriman Continent. Sold in the markets of Kumangra, their distinct scent is heavily sought after by flower collectors. Shuriman folk tales tell that if a person hung some Pearls of the Moon over their hearth, it would protect them from dangers such as the Voidborn. (Original Ideas: If properly processed into a medicine, could feasibly be used to help negate the mutation effects of Shimmer. Though not native to Zaun, they could potentially be cultivated on the Promenade provided pollution has been reduced. I imagine that they resemble Anouska Roselilies, but with pearlescent coloring & only blooms at night.)

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Original Ideas:

Cancerian Apples (Water Fruit) = Wet - Spring, Summer, & Fall - Food = A 'tree' that lives in water & grows like seaweed or kelp with a thick trunk that splits into vine-like limbs. At the end of each limb is a bunch of lilypad-like leaves, the topmost of which floating on the surface of the water. On these leaves grow apple-like fruits that are shaped vaguely like rounded, cartoonish crabs. Jokingly called Crapples.

Lantern Trees (Lucernový Strom, pronounced loo-ter-no-vee strom) (Bioluminescent Pear Tree) = Wet & Dry - Spring, Summer, & Fall - Food & Light = A cyan, bioluminescent, subterranean tree that grows large, upside-down, flame pink or pink-orange, gloriosa lily-like flowers that eventually turn into Lanternfruit (Zářícívoce, pronounced za-shee-tee-vo-tse). The leaves only glow before the lantern flowers bloom & fruit grow; afterwards, only the flowers & fruit glow. When the leaves do glow, it's so light that it's barely noticeable except in the deep dark. Due to there being less surface area & thus more energy for fewer things, the fruit & flowers glow much brighter than the leaves. Lanternfruit can be yellow or green, always with dark green stripes, are pear-shaped, & delicious. - Lanternfruit can be yellow or green, always with dark green stripes, are pear-shaped, & delicious with a firm, crisp, & buttery texture inside. They taste like a mix of a Concorde pear & kiwi. So, their flavor is slightly acidic, filled with sweetness with a hint of tanginess & spice. A bit like a mix of apples, honey, pineapples, & strawberries with a hint of cinnamon.

Robustica Flower (Tea Flower) = Wet & Dry - Spring & Summer - Caffeine = This white flower is high in caffeine &, when the leaves are dried, roasted, & ground before being boiled, you get the best effect. Its leaves & stem are dark orange. Each cup has 200 milligrams of caffeine. Only grows on the Promenade.

Labyrinth Maize (Starch) = Wet & Dry - Spring & Summer - Food = A type of hybridized corn that grows more like nuts, the husk being harder & acting as a shell. As a result the kernels inside are more tender, but have a heartier flavor. Interestingly, if you look at the cobs, they have gaps between that form winding mazes. A common food for kids as they try to figure out how to navigate the mazes. Eating the corn is their prize for doing so. As a type of corn, it actively cleans the soil it's planted in.

Trench Potatoes (Root Vegetable) = Wet & Dry - Fall & Winter - Food = Just a variety of bronze-looking potato that can grow in caves.

Geode Pumpkin (Gourd) = Wet & Dry - Summer & Fall - Food = A stone gray gourd with dark grey vines & leaves that grows in caves. Has a hard outer shell, but soft, gooey, purple innards & hard, dark purple, rock-like seeds. Like an amethyst geode.

Bail Rice (Grain) = Wet - Spring & Summer - Food = A crossbred rice plant that grows in the Wastes, a swampland to the south-western edge of the city of Zaun. The grains are pinkish in color.

Mléčná Houba (pronounced mai-ch-na ho-ba) (Fungus) = Wet - Spring, Summer, & Fall - Food = Also called Milk Mushrooms. They have short stems with large, round, wide, brown caps with white splotches on them. Has a creamy flavor. Can be processed into a mild milk substitute high in calcium. Has a slightly earthy, mildly mushroomy undertone. The milk is slightly brownish in color.

Fissure Tomatoes (Tomato) = Wet - Spring & Summer - Food = Bright orange, subterranean tomatoes on teal vines.

Chasmcorn (Peppercorn) = Wet & Dry - Summer & Fall - Seasoning = A type of green peppercorn that grows underground. Resembles a heap of moss at first glance.

Kayn's Crypt Pepper (Pepper) = Dry - Year Round - Spice = (Also called a Zaunite Reaper or Ashen Wrath or Scorchleaf Pepper) Pepper plant that's the color of char, the edges of the leaves glow a white-orange as if burning. The peppers are a dark purple. Grows near lava pools. The peppers are used to make Struchkovet, which is basically purple cayenne powder. The leaves can be used to create a heat resistant balm.

Čokoláda Lanýž (pronounced 'choco-lah-dah lah-neesh,' literally translates to chocolate truffle) (Fungus) = Wet - Spring, Fall, & Winter - Food = A variety of truffle with a rich, dark chocolate-y flavor & earthy, mushroomy undertones. Also called Chocolate Cave Truffles. Used to make Čokoládanýž (choco-lah-dah-neesh), or Zaunite Chocolate, which is a chocolate substitute. Can also be used to make Chocolate Truffle Oil.

Solarishroom (Fungi) = Wet & Dry - Year Round - Lighting & Food = A yellow, spotted mushroom that shines brightly in the dark. The first were said to have grown from the tears of the Golden Sister, reinforced by the fact that they are proven to be infused with sun magic & give off sunlight. Full of vitamin D. So much so that it takes a special process to prepare them to be safe for consumption. Without said process, one could easily die of radiation poisoning. However, it is delicious. Having a very bright & warm, comforting flavor. Retains a mushroomy taste, but somehow isn't as earthy as other fungi. Too much at once, however, can make you sick.

Noctruffle (Fungi) = Wet & Dry - Summer & Fall - Somnolent = A green, yellow, & blue mushroom that gives off a soothing scent. Tastes & smells faintly of lavender, chamomile, & honey. Both the scent & meat of the mushroom is potently somnolent in nature & if you're not careful with how much you eat, it could send you into a sleep so deep you never wake up. Only the scent of the Mawkap can counter its effects.

Mawkap (Fungi) = Wet & Dry - Summer & Fall - Smelling Salts & Laxative = A horrendously virose orange mushroom with a yellow top. So putrid is it that it easily acts as a natural smelling salt. Has a vile taste & should never be eaten under any circumstances. Will cause violent nausea & vomiting to the point of internal bleeding. Can easily kill you if you don't act quickly enough & it won't be a pleasant death either. On the other hand, a tiny amount acts as a damn good laxative.

Cragplant (Aubergine) = Wet & Dry - Spring & Summer - Food = A brown, cave-dwelling eggplant.

Sump Yam (Root Vegetable) = Wet & Dry - Fall & Winter - Food = A copper, cave-dwelling sweet potato.

Shallot Root (Root Vegetable) = Wet & Dry - Spring & Summer - Food = A root vegetable that tastes much like shallots or leeks. A dark, almost black, shade of teal.

Abysmal Garlic (Garlic) = Wet & Dry - Fall & Winter - Food = A black garlic with a deeper, darker, more mature flavor than surface garlic when cooked right. The downside is that it's more pungent too.

Žebro Kapustazelí (pronounced jebro ka-pu-sta-ze-li) (Leafy Vegetable) = Wet & Dry - Fall & Winter - Food = A leafy green-type vegetable that tastes like a mix between cabbage, lettuce, & kale. Is slightly bioluminescent. The leaves being dark violet, but the stem gives off a faint, lilac light. This makes the leaves look like they have an illuminated skeleton. Highly nutritious. Colloquially called Skeleton Cabbukale.

Skořikaštan (pronounced sko-ree-kash-tan) (Nut Tree) = Wet & Dry - Fall & Winter - Spice = A variety of nut tree. Its nuts, when roasted, give off an unsweetened cinnamony smell & taste, if also chestnutty. Colloquially called Mock Cinnamon or Cinnanuts. Are typically roasted & ground into a fine powder called Skořichový (pronounced sko-ree-ho-vee) or Cinnanut Powder. When mixed with pod or beet sugar, it's instead called Sweet Skořichový or Cinnanut Sugar.

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Spelunker's Nettle (Pilea metallicus) (Nettle) = Wet & Dry - Spring, Summer, & Fall - Purifying = The first successful attempt to hybridize a phytoremedial speleophytal plant. A crossbreed of the Ionian Money Plant (Pilea peperomioides) & the Cave-Dwelling Nettle (Pilea cavernicola).

Note: To crossbreed plants, both need to be of the same genus.

Most real world plants that can be found in caves are called sciophytes, meaning they live at the entrances of caves, so these would live on Zaun's higher levels.

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Real Plants that can live underground:

Saxifrage

Wood Sorrel

Herb Robert

Ivy

Maidenhair Spleenwort

Liverwort

Brittle Bladder-Ferns

Hart's Tongue Ferns

Dog Violet

Cave-Dwelling Nettle

Various mosses & ferns

Real Mushrooms that can live underground:

Champignons

Hen-of-the-woods

Oyster Mushrooms

Sulphur Shelf Mushrooms

Types of Root Vegetables:

Yams, beets, parsnips, turnips, rutabagas, carrots, yuca, kohlrabi, onions, garlic, celery root (or celeriac), horseradish, daikon, turmeric, jicama, Jerusalem artichokes, radishes, and ginger.

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https://blog.nationbloom.com/list-of-plants-that-make-oxygen-at-night/

Plants are a natural source of oxygen, and they play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of our ecosystem. During the daytime, plants produce oxygen through a process called photosynthesis, where they convert carbon dioxide and sunlight into oxygen and glucose. However, many people are unaware that some plants can also produce oxygen at night. These plants are also known as “oxygen-generating” plants or “oxygen-producing” plants.

Here’s a list of plants that produce oxygen at night:

Snake Plant (Sansevieria Trifasciata)

The Snake Plant, also known as Mother-In-Law’s Tongue, is a popular indoor plant that can survive in low-light and drought conditions. It has a unique ability to produce oxygen even at night, making it an ideal plant for bedrooms.

Aloe Vera (Aloe Vera)

Aloe Vera is a succulent plant that is widely known for its medicinal properties. It also produces oxygen at night, making it a great plant for indoor air purification.

Areca Palm (Dypsis Lutescens)

The Areca Palm is a tropical plant that can grow up to 6-7 feet tall. It is a natural humidifier and also releases oxygen at night, making it a great plant for improving air quality indoors.

Spider Plant (Chlorophytum Comosum)

The Spider Plant is a popular indoor plant that is easy to grow and maintain. It is known for its air-purifying properties and can also produce oxygen at night, making it a great plant for improving indoor air quality.

Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum)

The Peace Lily is a beautiful indoor plant that can survive in low-light conditions. It is known for its ability to remove toxins from the air and can also produce oxygen at night, making it a great plant for improving indoor air quality.

Gerbera Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii)

The Gerbera Daisy is a colorful and vibrant indoor plant that is known for its ability to produce oxygen at night. It is also known for its air-purifying properties and can help remove harmful chemicals from the air.

Golden Pothos (Epipremnum Aureum)

The Golden Pothos is a popular indoor plant that is easy to grow and maintain. It is known for its air-purifying properties and can also produce oxygen at night, making it a great plant for improving indoor air quality.

Bamboo Palm (Chamaedorea Seifrizii)

The Bamboo Palm is a tropical plant that can grow up to 12 feet tall. It is known for its ability to remove toxins from the air and can also produce oxygen at night, making it a great plant for improving indoor air quality.

Rubber Plant (Ficus Elastica)

The Rubber Plant is a popular indoor plant that is known for its air-purifying properties. It can also produce oxygen at night, making it a great plant for improving indoor air quality.

Peepal Tree (Ficus Religiosa)

Peepal Tree, also known as the sacred fig, is an evergreen tree that is considered sacred in many cultures. It is known for its ability to produce oxygen even at night, making it an ideal plant for improving air quality indoors.

Source-https://blog.nationbloom.com/list-of-plants-that-make-oxygen-at-night/

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Best Indoor Plants – 10 Top Plants to Grow at Home

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Indoor plants not only add a touch of greenery to your living space but also offer a myriad of benefits, from improving air quality to boosting your mood. If you're considering introducing some green companions into your home, you're in for a treat. In this guide, we've curated a list of the top 10 indoor plants that are not only beautiful but also relatively easy to care for, making them perfect for both novice and experienced plant enthusiasts.

1. Snake Plant (Sansevieria trifasciata): The Snake Plant, also known as the mother-in-law's tongue, is a robust and versatile indoor plant. It's known for its striking upright leaves with variegated patterns. One of its standout features is its ability to purify the air by removing toxins, making it an excellent choice for improving indoor air quality. Snake plants are low-maintenance and thrive in low light conditions, making them an ideal choice for beginners.

2. Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum): Peace lilies are beloved for their elegant, white, hood-like blooms that resemble a white flag of peace, giving them their name. These plants are not only aesthetically pleasing but also effective at purifying indoor air by removing common pollutants. They prefer moderate to low light conditions and thrive in consistently moist soil.

3. Fiddle Leaf Fig (Ficus lyrata): Fiddle Leaf Fig is a popular choice among plant enthusiasts and interior designers. Its large, violin-shaped leaves add a touch of drama to any space. These plants require bright, indirect light and a well-draining soil mix. Proper care can help this beauty thrive indoors.

4. Pothos (Epipremnum aureum): Pothos, with its heart-shaped leaves and trailing vines, is an adaptable and low-maintenance plant. It can thrive in various lighting conditions, from low light to bright, indirect light. Regular pruning can help control its growth and maintain its lush appearance.

5. Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum): Spider plants are popular for their air-purifying qualities and arching green and white-striped leaves. They are known to be easy to grow and resilient, making them suitable for beginners. These plants do well in indirect light and prefer evenly moist soil.

6. ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia): ZZ plants are often dubbed "unkillable" due to their exceptional resilience. They can thrive in low light conditions and are drought-tolerant, requiring minimal watering. Their glossy, dark green leaves add an elegant touch to any room.

7. Rubber Plant (Ficus elastica): Rubber plants feature large, dark green leaves and upright growth, making them a visually appealing addition to interiors. They prefer bright, indirect light and consistent moisture levels in the soil. With proper care, rubber plants can grow to impressive heights.

8. Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis miller): Aloe vera is a unique indoor plant known for its soothing properties. The gel inside its succulent leaves has various medicinal uses, particularly for skin conditions. Aloe vera prefers bright, indirect sunlight and well-draining soil.

9. Lavender (Lavandula): Lavender is cherished for its fragrant blooms and calming aroma. While it's more commonly grown outdoors, it can thrive indoors in sunny spots. Lavender requires well-draining soil and moderate watering.

10. Monstera (Monstera deliciosa): The Monstera is famous for its large, split leaves and unique appearance. It prefers bright, indirect light and moderate humidity. With the right conditions, this plant can grow impressively large and make a bold statement in your home.

When incorporating these indoor plants into your home, consider their specific care requirements, including light, water, and humidity. With the right attention, you can enjoy the beauty and benefits of these plants while creating a harmonious and refreshing atmosphere in your living space.

At MDM Custom Remodeling, we understand the importance of creating a home environment that suits your lifestyle and preferences. Whether it's designing a space to accommodate your growing plant collection or any other remodeling project, we're here to transform your vision into reality.

Disclaimer: While indoor plants can be a wonderful addition to your home, please be aware that some plants may be toxic to pets if ingested. Keep this in mind when choosing your indoor plants, especially if you have furry friends at home.

Remember, a beautifully designed living space complements the natural beauty of indoor plants. If you're considering a home renovation or remodeling project, contact us at MDM Custom Remodeling, and let's discuss how we can bring your dream space to life.

#Air Purifying Plants #Gardening #Indoor Plants #Home Improvement #Interior Design #MDM Custom Remodeling #Home Remodeling

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Absolutely ecstatic to announce I’ll be doing a mini tour with Rosier Artist Management! 8/9- The Horn, St Albans 9/9-Bar-OH, Cambridge 10/9-Spice of Life, London The Maida Vales The Maida Vales’ musical roots lie in the infectiously catchy pop-rock rhythms of The Raconteurs and Supergrass as well as the traditional Brit-pop sounds of the 60’s. The band’s powerful “larger than life” stage presence has been compared to the exuberant energy of The Clash and The Rolling Stones. Originating in St.Alban’s and consisting of guitarist/vocalist Paul Littler, lead guitarist Matteo Cervellin, bass guitarist/vocalist Kelpie McKenzie, and drummer/vocalist Ollie Dixon, The Maida Vales have fast become one of the country’s premier unsigned groups. The band was introduced to producer Matthew Twaites who went on to record and produce the band’s first EP including debut single “Sunday Morning”. New Morning Blues Ethereal, emotional and unconventional, this progressive duo weave compelling tales through a fusion of folk, country, and indie, with a lush soundscape that ranges from the celestial to the cinematic. Joanna Backovic is a composer and performance artist who creates electroacoustic music, sonic art, and score for theatre and film. Ian de Sylva’s first band, Silver, released music on Rough Trade Records and subsequently signed to Medicine/Warner Bros, recording their debut album with Craig Leon (The Ramones, Blondie). They toured with such luminaries as The Cranberries and Elastica. Marc Todd In pursuit of truth, we inevitably endure setbacks and shortcomings. Often, being so tested, we are challenged to dig deep into ourselves to realise our full potential. For Marc Todd, such trials and tribulations are what ultimately inspires him to create. With an experiential approach that leans into his observations of human frailties and triumphs, Marc Todd’s brand of Indie Folk is steeped in relatability, honesty, and deeply emotive lyrics. Based in the North West of England, Marc released his debut album via Glasstone Records in 2021 to critical acclaim. #uktour #minitour #stalbans #cambridgemusic #londonmusic #indiemagazines #rocknrollmusic (at England) https://www.instagram.com/p/ChXgK-Zjeyj/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#uktour #minitour #stalbans #cambridgemusic #londonmusic #indiemagazines #rocknrollmusic

[limitparty16]

La Migliore Crema Per Il Viso La Trovate Alla Lidl E Costa Solo 3 Euro!

L’INCI è davvero creato per chi cerca una crema formata da ingredienti naturali, pur mantenendo una buona efficacia. Le proprietà antirughe sono discrete e si vedranno senz’altro nel tempo, ma è un prodotto più adatto a dare un risultato nel breve termine che nel lungo termine. Si tratta di una crema agisce come una leggera maschera notturna, trattenendo l’idratazione della pelle, che al risveglio apparirà più tonica. Un siero viso antirughe che vale veramente la pena provare è il popolarissimo siero all’acido ialuronico di Poppy Austin. Vediamo i principi attivi principali, che possiamo trovare nella maggior parte delle creme antirughe, e le loro proprietà. Per questo è importante diversificare la crema giorno dalla crema notte, formulate con attivi chiave differenti. Di notte si punta sul retinolo e sugli alfa idrossiacidi che stimolano il turnover cellulare, su texture più ricche e nutrienti con complessi rigeneranti, ceramidi e peptidi. Mona Gohara, professoressa alla Yale School of Medicine consiglia di applicare la crema notte sopra un siero a base di retinolo per aumentare la permeabilità della pelle. Le due creme viso notte sembrano essere in grado di aiutare a favorire il processo di rigenerazione cutanea. I test sono effettuati su volontari indipendenti, per garantirvi un cosmetico sicuro e cruelty-free. Le opinioni degli utenti concordano su quanto sia adatta a volti maturi di 50 e 60 anni. Sono nutrienti che esercitano un’azione antietà, levigano il viso e riempiono le micro-rughe per un aspetto più giovane. Infine, grazie all’azione antiossidante della vitamina E, la crema antirughe qui trattata combatte la formazione di radicali liberi responsabili della perdita di elasticità e compattezza. Una volta che le pieghe iniziano a diventare più pronunciate e le linee sottili più visibili, difficilmente potrete sbarazzarvi di loro con una crema antirughe.

La nostra pelle richiede molta attenzione per rimanere sana, elastica e distesa, in particolar modo quando notiamo rughe e linee d’espressione sul viso.

Infatti è davvero una crema antirughe rimpolpante che garantisce ottimi risultati.

L’analisi della migliore crema antirughe da 50 anni in avanti, è un lavoro che richiede davvero pazienza, oltre che innumerevoli aggiornamenti.

Una box ricchissima piena di tanti prodotti interessanti e utilissimi fra cui la nuova collezione Cien Nature con melagrana bio, bacche di goji e olio di Argan bio.

La sua formula contiene alte dosi di allantoina, collagene, elastina, acido glicolico e proteine naturali, che migliorano significativamente la struttura del viso.

Una crema antirughe efficace, ma con un INCI estremamente naturale.

Leggendo l’INCI posso supperre sia costutuito dall’estratto di Lapsana Communis, dalla foglia di Camellia così come dalla Rhodiola rosea che sono tutte idratanti a rilascio graduale e antiossidanti per la pelle. Una crema capace di distendere seriamente le rughe, ma allo stesso tempo con un INCI ottimo e profondamente idratante / nutriente. Una crema antirughe efficace e completa, adatta per tutte le pelli entrate negli “anta”. Come crema antirughe 40 anni si dimostrerà nutriente e idratante, con le rughe tenderanno a stendersi nell’arco di 4-6 settimane.

Crema Viso Q10 Uomo

https://miglioriopinioni.com/cien-creme-da-notte-per-il-viso_236914/ Collistar ha davvero tutte le caratteristiche per essere considerata una delle migliori creme antirughe disponibili nel 2022. Non a caso, sono molte le recensioni soddisfatte che ne lodano l’efficacia. Ha anche una squisita fragranza che combina note floreali di fresia e gelsomino con bacche, tutte note che danno un tocco di freschezza alla crema antirughe. Mentre l’accordo vellutato di legno di sandalo sottolinea la femminilità dell’essenza. È pensata per le donne di pelle normale o secca, dai 40 ai 60 anni, e viene fornita in un barattolo da 50 ml. Già dall’adolescenza bisognerebbe usare una crema base idratante per evitare la disidratazione, che è responsabile della comparsa di rughette e segni d’espressione. Verso i 50 anni invece è necessaria una crema per pelli mature con effetto nutriente e più strutturata che aiuta a ridefinire i contorni del viso e a sostenere i tessuti. Sono prodotti che contengono ingredienti, principi attivi, agenti e sostanze in grado di prevenire la comparsa di questi segni, rallentarla o, nel caso delle migliori creme antirughe, perfino porvi rimedio. Offrono alla vostra pelle il nutrimento e l’idratazione di cui ha bisogno, sia di giorno che di notte. È completamente incolore, senza fragranze e persino i conservanti della crema stessa sono costituiti da antiossidanti di origine vegetale. In generale, unire cosmetici diversi, a meno che non siano studiati per essere combinati, non è mai una buona idea, perché non possiamo sapere le reazioni fra principi attivi . Sono consapevole che chi mi sta leggendo sta cercando “creme”, ma questo siero risponde alle esigenze di tutte coloro hanno una pelle mista/grassa che tende all’unto quando si usa una crema.

Recensioni Migliori Da Italia

Contiene il 2,5% di retinolo e quindi la sua formulazione vede la preponderanza di un ingrediente pensato per stimolare la produzione di nuove cellule, contrastando quindi l’insorgenza delle rughe più profonde. Infine l’acido ialuronico, il burro di jojoba e la betaina svolgono un’azione idratante e nutriente, anche se non lasciano la pelle unta, vista la consistenza molto leggera. Per questo è consigliata alle pelli secche, per un’azione di giorno, e a quelle miste per la notte . C’è un complesso attivo molto efficace che vanta unostudio scientificoitaliano frutto di oltre 30 anni di ricerche dermatologiche e in biologia cellulare. Si tratta di un complesso attivo di ultima generazione che si trova in alcune creme sieri con il nome di fospidina. Si differenzia dal tradizionale filler perché non agisce riempiendo le rughe dall’interno, ma stimolando la produzione di collagene ed elastina e mantenendo naturalmente idratata la pelle. Troviamo infatti siliconi nonché petrolati in alte concentrazioni, così come parabeni, anche se in concentrazioni minori. La crema rimodellante Lift Sensai Cellular Performance è una crema anti-età adatta a stendere la pelle creando un effetto lifting anche sulle rughe più profonde. La texture è ricca per un siero, ma si assorbe bene e lascia un gradevole effetto seta.

Ho trovato Un freschezza e un turgore ha dato un faccia che c'è avuto primo alcuni 30 anni ( ha 39...), Specialmente in una zona d'alcune palpebre. La mia ho disinfiammato e disteso un pelle mangia qualsiasi prodotto cugino che. Un incarnato (premio che il chiazze rossastre qui e là) è adesso chiaro e omogeneo dappertutto. In Un finale è utilizzando anche un domani, ragione risveglia un pelle e specialmente toglie un aspetto assonnato d'alcuni occhi ha dato bozza. Un profumo è delicato ma molto buono, alcuni ingredienti ottimali ed è il vegano ha dato certificato.

#cien creme da notte per il viso

[voguingtodanzig]

THE CELESTIAL JUKEBOX, PRESENT TENSE - 250 SONGS

Again, some of this is personal and sentimental, linked to time and place and experience.

50 Cent, “Many Men (Wish Death)”

100 gecs, “800db cloud”

10,000 Maniacs, “Candy Everybody Wants”

Bryan Adams, “Everything I Do”

Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass, “Spanish Flea”

America, “Sister Golden Hair”

Julie Andrews, “My ​​Favorite Things”

Animal Collective, “Brother Sport”

Aphex Twin, “Tha”

Fiona Apple, “Extraordinary Machine”

Louis Armstrong, “What a Wonderful World”

Ash, “Shining Light”

Atlantic Starr, “Always”

Atlas Sound, “Washington School”

Autechre, “Vose In”

The B-52s, “Deadbeat Club”

Bananarama, “Cruel Summer”

The Beatles, “All My Loving”

Beck, “Girl”

Belle & Sebastian, “Seymour Stein”

Benoit & Sergio, “Boy Trouble”

Beyoncé, “Countdown”

Bikini Kill, “Alien She”

Bilal, “West Side Girl”

Bjork, “It’s Oh So Quiet”

Black Dice, “Pigs”

Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, “Stop”

The Black-Eyed Peas, “Imma Be”

Blast Off Country Style, “Cutie Pie”

Blondie, “Heart of Glass”

The Bloodhound Gang, “Your Only Friends Are Make-Believe”

The Box Tops, “The Letter”

Brainiac, “I Am A Cracked Machine”

Michelle Branch, “Everywhere”

Laura Branigan, “Gloria”

The Breeders, “Off You”

Danny Brown, “Gremlins”

James Brown, “Get Up I Feel Like Being a Sex Machine”

Jackson Browne, “Somebody’s Baby”

Vanessa Carlton, “A Thousand Miles”

Harry Chapin, “Cat’s in the Cradle”

Tracy Chapman, “Fast Car”

The Carpenters, “Yesterday Once More”

Julian Casablancas and the Voidz, “Human Sadness”

The Chemical Brothers, “Free Yourself”

Chixdiggit!, “My Restaurant”

Cibo Matto, “Sunday, Pt. 1”

Ciara feat. Missy Elliott, “One, Two Step”

Clipse, “Dirty Money”

Jim Croce, “Operator”

Crosby, Stills, and Nash, “You Don’t Have To Cry”

Christopher Cross, “Ride Like the Wind”

Cryptacize, “Mythomania”

Crystal Castles, “Air War”

Culture Club, “Karma Chameleon”

Terrence Trent D’Arby, “Sign Your Name”

Daft Punk, “Around the World”

Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick & Tich, “Hold Tight”

Dead Kennedys, “Kill the Poor”

DeBarge, “The Rhythm of the Night”

Deerhoof, “+81”

Deerhunter, “Octet”

Depeche Mode, “Personal Jesus”

Dial, “Helium”

The Diplomats, “Dipset Anthem”

DMX, “Stop Being Greedy”

The Doobie Brothers, “Black Water”

Dr. Dre feat. Snoop Dogg, “Nuthin’ But a G Thang”

The-Dream, “Love King”

Duran Duran, “Hungry Like The Wolf”

Bob Dylan, “Positively 4th Street”

The Eagles, “Lyin’ Eyes”

Eat Skull, “Cooking a Way to be Happy”

Elastica, “Connection”

The Everly Brothers, “All I Have to Do is Dream”

The Ben Folds Five, “The Battle of Who Could Care Less”

Eleanor Friedberger, “Stare at the Sun”

Eminem feat. Dido, “Stan”

Brian Eno, “Cindy Tells Me”

Eurythmics, “Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)”

Extreme, “More Than Words”

The Fall, “Glam-Racket”

Roberta Flack, “Killing Me Softly With His Song”

Flipper, “Ha Ha Ha”

Dan Fogelberg, “Longer”

The Free Design, “The Proper Ornaments”

Fur, “Devil to the Lamb”

Garbage, “Only Happy When It Rains”

Judy Garland, “Over the Rainbow”

Kevin Gates, “Paper Chasers”

Ghostface Killah, “Shakey Dog”

Freddie Gibbs, “20 Karat Jesus”

Godspeed You! Black Emperor, “The Dead Flag Blues”

Gorillaz feat. De La Soul, “Feel Good Inc.”

Go Sailor, “I’m Still Crying”

Granddaddy, “A.M. 180”

Colleen Green, “I Want to Grow Up”

Green Day, “Basket Case”

Grimes, “REALITi”

Gucci Mane, “Break Ya Self (Brrrussia version)”

Guided By Voices, “Teenage FBI”

Harvey Danger, “Flagpole Sitta”

Helium, “XXX”

Keri Hilson, “Pretty Girl Rock”

Hole, “Malibu”

The Hollies, “All I Need Is The Air That I Breathe”

Michael Jackson, “Rock With You”

Jay-Z, “Hard Knock Life”

Henry Jacobs, “Guitar Lesson”

Jawbreaker, “Fireman”

Jeremih, “Oui”

Jewel, “Standing Still”

Jimmy Eat World, “Sweetness”

Billy Joel, “Uptown Girl”

Scott Joplin, “The Entertainer”

Journey, “Don’t Stop Believin’”

Juelz Santana, “Mixin’ up the Medicine”

R. Kelly feat. T.I. & T-Pain, “I’m a Flirt (Remix)”

Kool and the Gang, “Celebration”

Lana Del Rey, “Off to the Races”

Lagwagon, “May 16”

The Libertines, “Horror Show”

Limp Bizkit, “Re-Arranged”

Lindstrom, “Where You Go I Go Too”

Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam, “Lost in Emotion”

Lit, “My Own Worst Enemy”

The Lonely Island feat. T-Pain, “I’m on a Boat”

Lotus Plaza, “What Grows?”

Lower Dens, “Candy”

Courtney Love, “I’ll Do Anything”

Love As Laughter, “Idol Worship”

M.I.A, “Bamboo Banga”

Madonna, “Hung Up”

Madlib, “Mystic Bounce”

Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks, “Ramp of Death”

The Mamas and the Papas, “California Dreamin’”

John Mayer, “New Light”

Meek Mill, “Dreams and Nightmares Intro”

Men at Work, “Safety Dance”

George Michael, “Faith”

The Modern Lovers, “I’m Straight”

Modest Mouse, “Heart Cooks Brain”

The Moldy Peaches, “Nothing Came Out”

Chris Montez, “The More I See You”

Alanis Morissette, “Head Over Feet”

Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat, “Lucky”

MXPX, “Party, My House, Be There”

My Bloody Valentine, “You Never Should”

Nas, “The World Is Yours”

Johnny Nash, “I Can See Clearly Now”

Neu!, “Hallogallo”

New Order, “Subculture”

New Pornographers, “The Laws Have Changed”

Wayne Newton, “Danke Schoen”

Harry Nilsson, “Jump into the Fire”

Nine Inch Nails, “Wish”

Nirvana, “About a Girl”

The Notorious B.I.G., “Warning”

Maura O’Connell, “Summerfly”

The Orb, “Little Fluffy Clouds”

Panda Bear, “Mr Noah”

Pavement, “Harness Your Hopes (BBC Evening Session)”

Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth, “They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.)”

Liz Phair, “Shane”

Pinhead Gunpowder, “I Am An Elephant”

The Platters, “Only You (And You Alone)”

The Pointer Sisters, “Jump”

Michael Praetorius, “Es ist ein Ros entsprungen”

Elvis Presley, “A Little Less Conversation”

Primal Scream, “Keep Your Dreams”

The Prodigy, “Breathe”

Propaghandi, “Anti-Manifesto”

Brian Protheroe, “Pinball”

Psychic Graveyard, “No”

Public Enemy, “Fight The Power”

Aileen Quinn, “Tomorrow”

Radiohead, “A Wolf at the Door”

Gerry Rafferty, “Right Down the Line”

Bonnie Raitt, “Something to Talk About”

The Ramones, “Chain Saw”

Otis Redding, “(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay”

Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, “In Motion”

Lou Reed and Metallica, “Junior Dad”

Rihanna feat. Jay-Z, “Umbrella”

Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton, “Islands in the Stream”

The Rolling Stones, “Sympathy for the Devil”

Linda Ronstadt and James Ingram, “Somewhere Out There”

Rosemary Krust, “Private Amber”

Diana Ross, “Theme From Mahogany”

Roxy Music, “More Than This”

A Savage, “Eyeballs”

The Shangri-Las, “Leader of the Pack”

Shanice, “I Love Your Smile”

Ed Sheeran, “Thinking Out Loud”

Sightings, “Yellow”

The Silver Jews, “Blue Arrangements”

Alan Silvestri, “The Back to the Future theme”

Paul Simon, “Kodachrome”

Ashlee Simpson, “Pieces of Me”

Slade, “Cum On Feel the Noize”

The Smashing Pumpkins, “Here’s to the Atom Bomb (New Wave version)”

The Soft Pink Truth, “Do They Owe Us A Living?”

Sonic Youth, “Jams Run Free”

Jordan Sparks and Chris Brown, “No Air”

Spoon, “The Mystery Zone”

Starving Weirdos, “Land Lines”

Stereolab, “Plastic Mile”

The Strokes, “12:51”

Swell Maps, “Let’s Build A Car”

Taylor Swift, “Style”

Stylophonic, “R U Experienced”

Jazmine Sullivan, “Mascara”

Suicidal Tendencies, “Institutionalized”

Taco, “Puttin’ on the Ritz”

James Taylor, “You’ve Got a Friend”

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy”

Throwing Muses, “Not Too Soon”

TLC, “Baby-Baby-Baby”

Tortoise, “Djed”

The Toys, “A Lover’s Concerto”

John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John, “Summer Nights”

A Tribe Called Quest, “Can I Kick It?”

UB40, “Red Red Wine”

Joe Walsh, “Life’s Been Good”

Scott Weiland, “Paralysis”

Steely Dan, “Do It Again”

Stiff Little Fingers, “Suspect Device”

Stylophonic, “RU Experienced?”

T.I., “What You Know”

Mary Timony, “Blood Tree”

that dog., “I’m Gonna See You”

The Tymes, “So Much In Love”

Ultimate Painting, “Out in the Cold”

The Unicorns, “Child Star”

The Velvet Underground, “The Gift”

Waka Flocka Flame, “Hard in da Paint”

Ween, “Even If You Don’t”

Weezer, “Endless Bummer”

Kanye West, “Devil in a New Dress (G.O.O.D. Fridays version)”

WHAM!, “Wake Me Up (Before You Go-Go)”

White Hassle, “Oh, What a Feeling”

Matthew Wilder, “Break My Stride”

Bill Withers, “Lean on Me”

Wolf Eyes, “Human Animal”

Stevie Wonder, “My Cherie Amour”

Wye Oak, “Siamese”

The Yeah Yeah Yeahs, “Maps”

Yo La Tengo, “My Heart’s Reflection”

Zaimph, “Removing Bits of History”

The Zombies, “Time of the Season”

[bdatlc]

Kink alignment chart for plants

Nepenthes The vore enthusiasts of the group. They will gladly eat everything from insects to small animals and have evolved to grow different kinds of pitchers--often in the same plant--depending on what prey they are targeting. Some of them will even feed on mouse droppings. ykinmkbykiok. Philodendron Any self-respecting plant person has one in their collection, and they are both a fashion statement and a beacon of prestige. Their unique, colorful, and patterned foliage is highly sought after. Some philodendrons can go for thousands of dollars. Fin doms.

Cacti They're the leather daddies of the plant kingdom. They've lost leaves and developed spines and needles to protect them from harsh conditions; they totally give off that don't fuck with me vibe, but when you get close, they provide everything from dyes to furniture, medicine, and even shade. Total service tops.  Ferns The fern family contains a wide variety of growth habits that all share one trait in common: they don't grow flowers. Ferns produce can reproduce both sexually or asexually, depending on the type. No matter the species, they command the attention of the room. Mounted staghorns especially have a very stately and unique growth habit. Snake Plants A somewhat understated succulent plant that grows as a weed in Australia of all places. Incredibly easy to care for and thrives on neglect. Will text you back "thanks" to a super heartfelt message. Sub tops. Monstera These can be found everywhere nowadays. Their fenestrations (holes) are what draws everyone into buying them. Although they are relatively easy to grow, demand for this plant has driven up prices exponentially. Sugar babies. Orchids There are so many different kinds of orchids with so many different kinds of adaptations and the wildest, most universally praised flowers that it's hard to tell what this plant wants to be. But god help you if you don't research what exact conditions your specific plant needs because it will very much hate you if the humidity is off or the water isn't pure. Dom vers.

Spider Plants Easy to grow plant that puts out thick fleshy roots to hold water and is constantly throwing copies of itself everywhere. A solo star that doesn't need your constant attention, but will thank you for giving it a place to stay. Dom vers. Bromeliads An extraordinarily adaptable family of plants whose traits and characteristics run the gamut of leaf shapes and colors. You need them to grow in deserts, jungles, cloud forests, or even telephone wires? They got you. Typically, they hold water in a central tank that they drink from and gladly share with animals and insects that live with them. The most vers of verses. Bird of Paradise A funky little flowering plant with a foot fetish. It is pollinated when birds perch on the flower, which deposits pollen on their feet. Their leaves have evolved the ability to split in high winds, which allows them to withstand the weather without hurting the plant. Masochists. Dracaena Dracaena are the beginner's houseplant. They have an understated elegance in their foliage and will survive lower light and inconsistent watering conditions. There's really nothing that special to say about these. They are the most vanilla, neutral plant. Banana Plant These thirsty motherfuckers require a lot of water and a lot of sun to grow properly and aren't shy about letting you know if you're not doing enough for them. Bossy bottoms. Marantacae Known as total brats and drama queens in the houseplant community, these plants are prized for their foliage and rarely put out flowers in cultivation. They require a very specific amount of water, light, and humidity to grow happily, but can also be pretty resilient when given a chance. Dom bottoms. ZZ Plant A statement plant with leaves arranged unlike any other. They have thick and juicy rhizomatic roots and foliage ranging from pale green to gothic dark. Can be found posting ass pics on instagram and asking you to sign up for their Only Fans. Spathiphyllum An elegant plant with dark, beautiful foliage and long lasting, distinguished blooms. They can grow impressively large if well cared for, and have a quiet, yet striking beauty. Would totally be into shibari. Ficus Elastica An ornamental plant who is mainly used as decoration. The latex from its sap was once used to make rubber but not anymore; Now, all it does is grow and put out flowers exclusively for its dom, wasps. Umbrella Tree Grown as housplants due to their accomodating nature. Not enough light? Whatever, still grows. Not enough water? It's fine. They'll take what you throw at them and they'll do just fine. Service bottoms. Ficus Lyrata A beauty queen who recently had quite a resurgence in the interior design world and has long been prized as a sign of high class and good taste. Her tree like form has been sought after over all others, but some find her difficult to care for. Moody and despondent. Twink.

[touritalia]

GIORNO 10: 22-11 LUNEDI NAPOLI – CATANIA

Mi sveglio da solo alle 08.15. Visto che fuori piove perdo un po di tempo. Chiudo con calma il trolley e lascio la camera depositando la valigia nella hall. Alle 09.45 sono fuori. L'intenzione è quella di visitare il quartiere Vomero, la parte alta delle colline di Napoli. Faccio colazione al bar (€2,30) e visto che continua a piovere prendo la metro per Piazza Medaglia d'Oro (€1,60). Sono le 11.00 e continua a piovere. Imbocco Via Mario Fiore e mi blocco sotto una pensilina di un bar in Piazza Cosimo Fanzago. Resto fermo più di un ora tanto che alle 12.30 sono ancora a Piazza Vanvitelli. Mi costringo ad andare avanti. Il tempo scorre e ho un appuntamento con un aereo. Arrivo ai cancelli di Villa Floridiana, chiusa. Proseguo per Castel Sant'Elmo e la Certosa-Museo di San Martino sostando al Belvedere. Chiedo ospitalità per i bagni e per informazioni al Museo. Per la Metro Toledo (che le mie info mi consigliano di vedere) devo scendere dalla lunga scalinata Pedamentina a San Martino (414 gradini). Non sarà un impresa facile perché come a Matera anche qui le mie scarpe si trasformano in pattini per il ghiaccio ed io non so pattinare. Tantè che prima di arrivare su Corso Vittorio Emanuele scivolo piedi in avanti procurandomi un forte trauma al polso sinistro. Fa male, ma riesco a muoverlo. Ho la seduta dei pantaloni, ma anche gli slip, zuppi di acqua. Sono costretto a continuare. Oltrepasso Corso V. Emanuele e continuo la discesa attraversando i Quartieri Spagnoli “La nascita di questa zona, come potete immaginare dal nome, è legata al periodo in cui a Napoli c'erano gli spagnoli. Infatti, questo quartiere venne creato per dare una casa ai militare dell'esercito.” . Da Via S. Lucia a Monte e Via Francesco Girardi sono a pochi metri dalla mia meta, la Metro Toledo. “Non lasciatevi sfuggire la bellissima stazione metropolitana di Toledo, considerata la stazione più bella d'Europa. Questa vera e propria opera d'arte è stata creata da Robert Wilson ed è chiamata Relative Lights. Il tutto è molto semplice, ma con un impatto visivo grandioso: tutti i giochi di luce sono sui toni del blu e dell'azzurro e fanno si che, anche se ti trovi in una stazione sotterranea, ti sembra di vedere il cielo. Merita assolutamente di essere vista.” Degustibus. Sono le 14.00, ho i minuti contati. Prendo la metro per l'hotel (€1,10). Ritiro la valigia in albergo e predo l'Alibus per l'aeroporto (€5,00). Sono nuovamente l'ultimo a saltare su. Decollo alle 16.48, atterraggio alle 17.30 (Previsto 16.40 – 17.45). Ritiro l'auto al parcheggio (€30,00) e sono a casa alle 20.00. La prima cosa che faccio è tirare fuori ed indossare una fascia elastica da polso che ho nell'armadietto delle medicine e spero che basti. Percorsi 7,5km.

#NAPOLI

[theboldplant-blog]

10 Hard-to-Kill Houseplants!

Houseplants are awesome, but some are just more difficult to take care of than others. Below is a list of 10 of some of the easiest plants to care for indoors.

Snake Plant (Sansevieria):

Lighting: Snake plants grow in a variety of lighting conditions. They prefer bright, indirect light but can withstand low light levels.

Soil Conditions: They prefer good, well-drained soil but can handle dry and poor soil.

Watering: Snake plants are sensitive to overwatering, so make sure to let the soil dry out between waterings.

Fertilizer: Lightly fertilize during the growing season with an all-purpose plant food.

-Snake plants have distinct stiff, upright foliage. The leaves are flat and can grow anywhere from 1 to 8 feet tall, depending on the variety. This plant is one of the hardest plants to kill. Not only are they so easy to care for, but they also purify the air in your house! According to NASA’s recent study, snake plants remove benzene, formaldehyde, trichloroethylene, and xylene from the air. In the right conditions, snake plants will even bloom!

Jade Plant (Crassula Ovata):

Lighting: Jade plants need full sun to grow properly. If they receive too little sun, they can become stunted and leggy.

Soil Conditions: Do not let the soil dry out completely between waterings.

Watering: Do not overwater, instead water when the first inch to two inches of the soil is dry.

Fertilizer: Fertilize about every six months with a water soluble fertilizer. Only use fertilizer when the soil is wet; fertilize after watering as normal.

-Jade plants are a branched, succulent shrub. They have thick, woody stems and glossy green leaves. Not only are jade plants easy to care for, they are easy to propagate. From one jade plant, you can grow multiple. They can look like miniature trees as they age, but some pruning may be required.

Pothos (Epipremnum Aureum):

Lighting: Pothos are very tolerant and will do well in bright and indirect light as well as low light.

Soil Conditions: They can grow in soil or a jar of water. Just remember that they don’t do well when transferring from one medium to the other.

Watering: If growing in soil, they prefer that the soil dries out between waterings.

Fertilizer: The plants can be fertilized every three months, but they still grow quickly without being fertilized. If grown in water, liquid fertilizer should be added to supply the plant with the necessary nutrients they typically absorb from soil.

-Pothos have large, thick leaves and grooved stems. They are a vining plant and are beautiful when hung or placed on a high shelf. They grow different types of roots depending on the medium they are planted in. That’s why they don’t do very well when transferred from one medium to another.

Rubber Plant (Ficus Elastica):

Lighting: Rubber plants need lots of bright, indirect sunlight.

Soil Conditions: They do best in well-draining and aerated soil. They should be planted in a pot with drainage holes.

Watering: In summer, rubber plants should be kept moist. The leaves should be wiped down with a damp cloth or misted regularly. In winter, they need less water and may only require to be watered once or twice a month.

Fertilizer: Fertilize the plant during the growing season.

-Rubber plants, or rubber trees, can be kept medium sized or allowed to become full indoor trees. They are a tropical plant, and therefore should be kept inside in colder climates. The plant has shiny and thick oval shaped leaves. Rubber plants hold a milky white sap in its stems and leaves. This sap is irritating when eaten or allowed to sit on skin or get in a cut. Not only is it poisonous, but it can stain fabric and furniture. 

Aloe (Aloe Barbadensis/Aloe Vera):

Lighting: Aloe needs bright, indirect sunlight.

Soil Conditions: It should be planted in cactus potting soil or a similar well-draining soil. It should be planted in a pot with drainage holes.

Watering: Aloe cannot tolerate standing water. Therefore, it should be watered when the soil is completely dry. When watering, the soil should be completely drenched, and the excess water should be allowed to drain out of the pot.

Fertilizer: You can fertilize the plant once a year in the spring, but it is not typically necessary.

-Aloe has thick, pointed and fleshy green leaves which are full of slimy tissue. It is a popular medicinal plant. It is best known for treating skin injuries, but it also has many other benefits. The gel contains vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants. It has antibacterial properties, and it accelerates the healing of burns. It can reduce dental plaque, help treat canker sores, reduce constipation, may prevent wrinkles, lowers blood sugar levels, and much more.

Spider Plant (Chlorophytum Comosum):

Lighting: Spider plants prefer bright, indirect light, but will also do fine in low light.

Soil Conditions: They are not fussy when it comes to soil, as long as it is well-draining.

Watering: Allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Spider plants are sensitive to overwatering and susceptible to root rot.

Fertilizer: Fertilize the plant three to four times a year during the growing season.

-Spider plants are also known as the airplane plant. They have long, grass-like foliage, and often have a white stripe down the edges or middle of the leaves. In response to increasing daylight, they produce small white flowers. They grow well in containers or hanging baskets. Just like the snake plant, spider plants are also good as purifying toxins out of the air. They can filter formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene.

English Ivy (Hedera Helix):

Lighting: English ivy likes bright, indirect light. If it doesn’t receive enough light, the leaves grow smaller and further apart. If it receives too much direct sunlight, the leaves can get sunburned.

Soil Conditions: Ivy needs rich, well-drained soil.

Watering: Let the top couple inches of soil dry out before watering. If you are noticing crispy leaves, that is a sign of overwatering.

Fertilizer: It doesn’t typically need fertilizer, but you can fertilize it twice a year during the growing season.

-Ivy is a climbing plant. It can be used as a screen to cover unsightly views behind a fence. It can also be used to cover an unattractive wall or structure. English Ivy is another plant named by NASA to be useful at filtering the air. It can absorb toxins such as formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, and benzene.

Mass Cane (Dracaena Massangeana):

Lighting: Mass cane grows best in bright, indirect light. It can stand low light, but the growth will be slower.

Soil Conditions: It should be planted in well-draining soil.

Watering: Mass canes should remain relatively dry between waterings. When watering, make sure soil is thoroughly soaked with excess water allowed to drain from the pot.

Fertilizer: Fertilize with an all-purpose plant food about once a month during the growing season.

-Mass cane is also known as the “Corn plant.” It is a slow-growing, slow-reacting plant. This means that it may take weeks for signs of over or under watering to show. Mass cane plants are characteristically sold as staggered canes with multiple heads sprouting on each cane. The leaves typically have a bright yellow stripe running down the center of them.

ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas Zamiifolia): 

Lighting: ZZ plants do best in moderate to bright, indirect light, but they will also do just fine in very low light conditions. Be careful because direct sunlight can easily burn its leaves.

Soil Conditions: Plant them in pots with drainage holes and well-draining soil.

Watering: Less is more with this plant. Water only when the soil has dried out. They can survive months without water, but grow faster when watered regularly.

Fertilizer: ZZ plants don’t need to be fertilized, but if you want, you can give them half-strength fertilizer once to twice a year during the growing season. 

-ZZ plant stems start at a thick and bulbous base and grow upward in a wand-like shape. Their leaves are dark green and oval shaped. The whole plant has a waxy coating, making it resemble that of an artificial plant. ZZ plants are nearly indestructible. They are ideal for those people who tend to forget about their plants for long-periods of time. Because they do well in extremely low light levels, they are perfect for windowless offices or bathrooms with only small amounts of fluorescent light.

Succulents:

Lighting: Succulents love light, and need at least a half day to a full day of direct sunlight. Place them near a window or in the room of your house that receives the most light.

Soil Conditions: They should be planted in pots with drainage holes and well-draining soil. Typically, a cactus potting soil mix will do the trick.

Watering: Succulents are sensitive to overwatering. Because they store water in their leaves, they only need to be watered once every week to a couple of weeks. The soil should be allowed to dry out between waterings. When watered, the soil should be thoroughly soaked, with excess water allowed to drain from the pot.

Fertilizer: They don’t need regular fertilizing, but they will grow fuller and with brighter colors if fertilized regularly. Low strength fertilizer can be used every few months. Be sure not to use a fertilizer that is too strong because it can burn your succulents.

-Succulents have thick, fleshy leaves. They come in a variety of colors and shapes depending on the species. They originate from areas with arid climates. Because of this, they love light and have adapted to store water in their leaves. Succulents are another type of plant that love to be left alone. Not only are they easy to care for, but they are also beautiful and, in the right conditions, many of them bloom!

 *If you have kids or pets be sure to keep them safe and double check which plants are poisonous when ingested! If you have fallen in love with a poisonous plant, make sure to keep it up high and away from those who may try and eat it.

#mkt400uwl

[monicamathis001]

Is there a Plant-based Treatment for Malaria?

Introduction

Approximately 210 million people get infected with malaria, and close to 440,000 people die from the disease. These numbers affect mostly young children in Africa, and currently, no vaccine has been approved for human use for malaria. The gravity of the situation is clear, for it only takes an infected mosquito to bite and transmit the parasite to numerous people. Preventative measures are key and organizations such as the World Health Organization, chooses to remind individuals in the tropical and subtropical countries to wear protective clothing, set up bed nets at night and use insect repellents. But there are medicines that are currently used as part of the treatment for the disease, which are effective (when diagnosed correctly), even though there is no official vaccine (“Malaria”).  

Malaria, AKA the “King of Diseases”, is caused by protozoan parasites of the genus Plasmodium and the most serious type of it known as Plasmodium falciparum. There are other human species as well, such as P. vivax, P. ovale, and P. malariae. The need for effective and practical diagnosis is increasing, especially since it is a global issue. To do this, diagnosis needs to be more streamlined and for that, it is important that early symptoms are caught at the right moment, especially since they are very nonspecific and variable (Tangpukdee). 

______________________________________________________________________________

Symptoms

Earliest symptoms - make it hard to diagnose and can be overlapping with other viral or bacterial infections (Tangpukdee). These are considered as the more common combination of symptoms: 

Fever

Headache

Myalgia

Chills and weakness

Abdominal pain

Diarrhea

Nausea

Vomiting 

 Malaria “attacks”: some individuals can experience these “attacks” that begin with shivering and chills, followed by high fever, then sweating, then back to normal temperature (“Malaria”). These are considered the stages for the classical malaria attack, as written by the CDC, and lasts for about 6-10 hours. 

Serious, severe malaria occurs when organ complications come into play and failures or abnormalities in the blood or metabolism are observed. According to the CDC, here are the following manifestations:

Cerebral malaria

Abnormal behavior

Impairment of consciousness

Seizures

Coma

Other neurological abnormalities

Severe anemia due to destruction of red blood cells (hemolysis)

Can lead to hemoglobin in the urine (hemoglobinuria) as a result. 

ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome)

It is an inflammatory reaction in the lungs that basically inhibits oxygen exchange, which is what our lungs are responsible for. 

This could occur even after parasite counts have decreased after treatment

Low blood pressure due to cardiovascular system collapse

Acute kidney journey

Excessive acidity in the blood and tissue fluids - Metabolic acidosis

Low blood glucose - Hypoglycemia (can also occur in pregnant women with uncomplicated malaria)

Hyperparasitemia

When more than 5% of the RBCs are infected by malaria parasites

**There are many strains of the parasite and these symptoms are from the common strains observed.**

Malaria Relapses: within P. vivax and P. ovale infections, patients who may have recovered the first time around can suffer from additional attacks - “relapses” - after months or even years without symptoms. These relapses occur due to P.vivax and P. ovale have parasites (“hypnozoites”) that can remain dormant in your liver and can reactivate later. There are treatments to reduce these relapses and should follow the treatment of the first attack (“CDC - Malaria - About Malaria - Disease”). 

______________________________________________________________________________

Treatment

Maximum drug effects, as observed, were between 18-24 hrs of parasite development; once again, showing the importance of early diagnosis. Increase in parasitic metabolic activity correlated with decreased drug sensitivity. 

Chloroquine (CQ)

Quinine (QN)

Artemisinin (AR)

Sodium artelinate (SA)

AR and its related compounds produced the most rapid parasitic clearance, followed by CQ and then QN. Basically, the artemisinin compounds, which behaved similarly, “had an overall broader time window of antimalarial effect than either CQ or QN ''(Terkuile, 91). In severe malaria cases, artemisinin derivatives also showed greater likelihood of inhibiting parasite cycle than other drugs.

CQ shows the most rapid onset of action out of the four drugs by inhibiting the parasite’s protein and nucleic acid synthesis. In contrast, there is a lag time of 1-4 hours before AR compounds begin to show any of the measurable effects, but after this, the reaction is very rapid as compared to CQ and QN. 

Based on this information, the delayed activity of AR and SA would be in favor for those with blood concentrations that were constant or above the concentration that inhibited parasite activity (or the inhibitory concentration) for several hours. Basically, these drugs are stage dependent and thus, the stage of infection will dictate which drug is best fit (Terkuile, 92). 

______________________________________________________________________________

Plant Based Treatment

Based on an assessment conducted by Alshawsh et al., the following information provides an overview of some Yemeni Medicinal plants that have antimalarial properties (specifically against Plasmodium falciparum). 

The following medicinal extracts are commonly used in Yemen by traditional healers and the study conducted evaluated their behavior against isolates of Plasmodium falciparum, in vitro (not in a biological setting, isolated). 

The IC50 of a medicine is the concentration of the medication in the blood that can inhibit the replication of the malarial parasite. It is the concentration at which 50% of the parasitic replication will be inhibited (“Concentration”). A low concentration indicates that less of the medication is needed to have an effect, thus implying the efficiency of the product.

Out of the 6 plants, there were three that were found to have significant positive effects with their IC50 value being less than 4 microgram/ml. 

  This table shows all the medicines lined up and compared with the SMI or inhibition rate of the parasite of Chloroquine, which is a widely used drug for malaria. Among all of the medicines, only Acalypha fruticosa, Azadirachta indica, and Dendrosicyos socotrana showed any inhibition against parasite growth. 

Acalypha fruticose

Traditional Uses: Antiinflammatory, antimalarial, antibacterial.

Active components: Tannins, terpenoids, flavonoids, proteins, polysaccharides

IC50 = 1.6 microgram/ml

Azadirachta indica

Traditional Uses: Antimalarial, fever, digestive disturbances, skin problems, general fatigue, intestinal parasites, diabetes, fungal infections, inflammatory diseases.

Active components: Flavonoids, terpenoids Polysaccharides, proteins, tannins

IC50 = 2.0 microgram/ml

Dendrosicyos socotrana

Traditional uses: Urinary retention, cystitis, symptoms of diabetes, problems with the liver and burns, constipation 

Active components: Terpenoids, proteins, polysaccharides

IC50 = 2.3 microgram/ml

Based on the commonalities within the active components, the presence of tannins, polysaccharides and proteins in the aqueous extracts (Table 2), might have been responsible for the antiplasmodial (against malaria, stemming from the genus Plasmodium) activity of those products(Alshawsh).

Another plant based on West African Plants, conducted by Zirihi et al., researched 33 plant extracts and found certain plants that have been described with having antiplasmodial activity – which is what we are looking for in medications (Zirihi, G.N.).

The root extract of Rauvolfia vomitoria (IC50 = 2.5 micrograms/ml, SI = 9-10)

Important medicinal plant used for many illnesses such as neuropsychiatry disorders, jaundice, gastro-intestinal, measles, and more.

The stem bark extract of Funtumia elastica (IC50 = 3.3 micrograms/ml, SI >15)

Traditionally used for the treatment of haemorrhoids

The stem bark extract of Fagara macrophylla (IC50 = 2.3 micrograms/ml, SI = 9-12)

Has a potent “antifeedant activity” (naturally occurring substance in the plant that causes an unfavorable reaction in the organism that consumes it) against the larvae of both Spodoptera frugiperdaand Spodoptera littoralis (species of moth)

Hypothesized that these substances also make the plant have antiplasmoidial activity.

Work Cited

 Alshawsh, Mohammed A et al. “Assessment of antimalarial activity against Plasmodium falciparum and phytochemical screening of some Yemeni medicinal plants.” Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM vol. 6,4 (2009): 453-6. doi:10.1093/ecam/nem148

“CDC - Malaria - About Malaria - Disease.” Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 4 Jan. 2019, www.cdc.gov/malaria/about/disease.html.

“Concentration.” The Free Dictionary, Farlex,

medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/concentration. 

“Malaria.” Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 13 Dec. 2018, www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/malaria/symptoms-causes/syc-20351184. 

Tangpukdee, Noppadon et al. “Malaria diagnosis: a brief review.” The Korean journal of parasitology vol. 47,2 (2009): 93-102. doi:10.3347/kjp.2009.47.2.93

Terkuile, F., et al. “Plasmodium Falciparum: In Vitro Studies of the Pharmacodynamic Properties of Drugs Used for the Treatment of Severe Malaria.” Experimental Parasitology, vol. 76, no. 1, 1993, pp. 85–95., doi:10.1006/expr.1993.1010.

Zirihi, G. N., Mambu, L., Guédé-Guina, F., Bodo, B., & Grellier, P. (2005). In vitro antiplasmodial activity and cytotoxicity of 33 West African plants used for treatment of malaria. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 98(3), 281-285. doi:10.1016/j.jep.2005.01.004

source https://www.nutrav.com/blogs/news/is-there-a-plant-based-treatment-for-malaria source https://nutravllc.blogspot.com/2020/11/is-there-plant-based-treatment-for.html

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Is there a Plant-based Treatment for Malaria?

Introduction

Approximately 210 million people get infected with malaria, and close to 440,000 people die from the disease. These numbers affect mostly young children in Africa, and currently, no vaccine has been approved for human use for malaria. The gravity of the situation is clear, for it only takes an infected mosquito to bite and transmit the parasite to numerous people. Preventative measures are key and organizations such as the World Health Organization, chooses to remind individuals in the tropical and subtropical countries to wear protective clothing, set up bed nets at night and use insect repellents. But there are medicines that are currently used as part of the treatment for the disease, which are effective (when diagnosed correctly), even though there is no official vaccine (“Malaria”).  

Malaria, AKA the “King of Diseases”, is caused by protozoan parasites of the genus Plasmodium and the most serious type of it known as Plasmodium falciparum. There are other human species as well, such as P. vivax, P. ovale, and P. malariae. The need for effective and practical diagnosis is increasing, especially since it is a global issue. To do this, diagnosis needs to be more streamlined and for that, it is important that early symptoms are caught at the right moment, especially since they are very nonspecific and variable (Tangpukdee). 

______________________________________________________________________________

Symptoms

Earliest symptoms – make it hard to diagnose and can be overlapping with other viral or bacterial infections (Tangpukdee). These are considered as the more common combination of symptoms: 

Fever

Headache

Myalgia

Chills and weakness

Abdominal pain

Diarrhea

Nausea

Vomiting 

  Malaria “attacks”: some individuals can experience these “attacks” that begin with shivering and chills, followed by high fever, then sweating, then back to normal temperature (“Malaria”). These are considered the stages for the classical malaria attack, as written by the CDC, and lasts for about 6-10 hours. 

Serious, severe malaria occurs when organ complications come into play and failures or abnormalities in the blood or metabolism are observed. According to the CDC, here are the following manifestations:

Cerebral malaria

Abnormal behavior

Impairment of consciousness

Seizures

Coma

Other neurological abnormalities

Severe anemia due to destruction of red blood cells (hemolysis)

Can lead to hemoglobin in the urine (hemoglobinuria) as a result. 

ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome)

It is an inflammatory reaction in the lungs that basically inhibits oxygen exchange, which is what our lungs are responsible for. 

This could occur even after parasite counts have decreased after treatment

Low blood pressure due to cardiovascular system collapse

Acute kidney journey

Excessive acidity in the blood and tissue fluids – Metabolic acidosis

Low blood glucose – Hypoglycemia (can also occur in pregnant women with uncomplicated malaria)

Hyperparasitemia

When more than 5% of the RBCs are infected by malaria parasites

**There are many strains of the parasite and these symptoms are from the common strains observed.**

Malaria Relapses: within P. vivax and P. ovale infections, patients who may have recovered the first time around can suffer from additional attacks – “relapses” – after months or even years without symptoms. These relapses occur due to P.vivax and P. ovale have parasites (“hypnozoites”) that can remain dormant in your liver and can reactivate later. There are treatments to reduce these relapses and should follow the treatment of the first attack (“CDC – Malaria – About Malaria – Disease”). 

______________________________________________________________________________

Treatment

Maximum drug effects, as observed, were between 18-24 hrs of parasite development; once again, showing the importance of early diagnosis. Increase in parasitic metabolic activity correlated with decreased drug sensitivity. 

Chloroquine (CQ)

Quinine (QN)

Artemisinin (AR)

Sodium artelinate (SA)

AR and its related compounds produced the most rapid parasitic clearance, followed by CQ and then QN. Basically, the artemisinin compounds, which behaved similarly, “had an overall broader time window of antimalarial effect than either CQ or QN ”(Terkuile, 91). In severe malaria cases, artemisinin derivatives also showed greater likelihood of inhibiting parasite cycle than other drugs.

CQ shows the most rapid onset of action out of the four drugs by inhibiting the parasite’s protein and nucleic acid synthesis. In contrast, there is a lag time of 1-4 hours before AR compounds begin to show any of the measurable effects, but after this, the reaction is very rapid as compared to CQ and QN. 

Based on this information, the delayed activity of AR and SA would be in favor for those with blood concentrations that were constant or above the concentration that inhibited parasite activity (or the inhibitory concentration) for several hours. Basically, these drugs are stage dependent and thus, the stage of infection will dictate which drug is best fit (Terkuile, 92). 

______________________________________________________________________________

Plant Based Treatment

Based on an assessment conducted by Alshawsh et al., the following information provides an overview of some Yemeni Medicinal plants that have antimalarial properties (specifically against Plasmodium falciparum). 

The following medicinal extracts are commonly used in Yemen by traditional healers and the study conducted evaluated their behavior against isolates of Plasmodium falciparum, in vitro (not in a biological setting, isolated). 

The IC50 of a medicine is the concentration of the medication in the blood that can inhibit the replication of the malarial parasite. It is the concentration at which 50% of the parasitic replication will be inhibited (“Concentration”). A low concentration indicates that less of the medication is needed to have an effect, thus implying the efficiency of the product.

Out of the 6 plants, there were three that were found to have significant positive effects with their IC50 value being less than 4 microgram/ml. 

   This table shows all the medicines lined up and compared with the SMI or inhibition rate of the parasite of Chloroquine, which is a widely used drug for malaria. Among all of the medicines, only Acalypha fruticosa, Azadirachta indica, and Dendrosicyos socotrana showed any inhibition against parasite growth. 

Acalypha fruticose

Traditional Uses: Antiinflammatory, antimalarial, antibacterial.

Active components: Tannins, terpenoids, flavonoids, proteins, polysaccharides

IC50 = 1.6 microgram/ml

Azadirachta indica

Traditional Uses: Antimalarial, fever, digestive disturbances, skin problems, general fatigue, intestinal parasites, diabetes, fungal infections, inflammatory diseases.

Active components: Flavonoids, terpenoids Polysaccharides, proteins, tannins

IC50 = 2.0 microgram/ml

Dendrosicyos socotrana

Traditional uses: Urinary retention, cystitis, symptoms of diabetes, problems with the liver and burns, constipation 

Active components: Terpenoids, proteins, polysaccharides

IC50 = 2.3 microgram/ml

Based on the commonalities within the active components, the presence of tannins, polysaccharides and proteins in the aqueous extracts (Table 2), might have been responsible for the antiplasmodial (against malaria, stemming from the genus Plasmodium) activity of those products(Alshawsh).

Another plant based on West African Plants, conducted by Zirihi et al., researched 33 plant extracts and found certain plants that have been described with having antiplasmodial activity – which is what we are looking for in medications (Zirihi, G.N.).

The root extract of Rauvolfia vomitoria (IC50 = 2.5 micrograms/ml, SI = 9-10)

Important medicinal plant used for many illnesses such as neuropsychiatry disorders, jaundice, gastro-intestinal, measles, and more.

The stem bark extract of Funtumia elastica (IC50 = 3.3 micrograms/ml, SI >15)

Traditionally used for the treatment of haemorrhoids

The stem bark extract of Fagara macrophylla (IC50 = 2.3 micrograms/ml, SI = 9-12)

Has a potent “antifeedant activity” (naturally occurring substance in the plant that causes an unfavorable reaction in the organism that consumes it) against the larvae of both Spodoptera frugiperdaand Spodoptera littoralis (species of moth)

Hypothesized that these substances also make the plant have antiplasmoidial activity.

Work Cited

  Alshawsh, Mohammed A et al. “Assessment of antimalarial activity against Plasmodium falciparum and phytochemical screening of some Yemeni medicinal plants.” Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM vol. 6,4 (2009): 453-6. doi:10.1093/ecam/nem148

“CDC – Malaria – About Malaria – Disease.” Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 4 Jan. 2019, www.cdc.gov/malaria/about/disease.html.

“Concentration.” The Free Dictionary, Farlex,

medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/concentration. 

“Malaria.” Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 13 Dec. 2018, http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/malaria/symptoms-causes/syc-20351184. 

Tangpukdee, Noppadon et al. “Malaria diagnosis: a brief review.” The Korean journal of parasitology vol. 47,2 (2009): 93-102. doi:10.3347/kjp.2009.47.2.93

Terkuile, F., et al. “Plasmodium Falciparum: In Vitro Studies of the Pharmacodynamic Properties of Drugs Used for the Treatment of Severe Malaria.” Experimental Parasitology, vol. 76, no. 1, 1993, pp. 85–95., doi:10.1006/expr.1993.1010.

Zirihi, G. N., Mambu, L., Guédé-Guina, F., Bodo, B., & Grellier, P. (2005). In vitro antiplasmodial activity and cytotoxicity of 33 West African plants used for treatment of malaria. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 98(3), 281-285. doi:10.1016/j.jep.2005.01.004

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Is there a Plant-based Treatment for Malaria?

Introduction

Approximately 210 million people get infected with malaria, and close to 440,000 people die from the disease. These numbers affect mostly young children in Africa, and currently, no vaccine has been approved for human use for malaria. The gravity of the situation is clear, for it only takes an infected mosquito to bite and transmit the parasite to numerous people. Preventative measures are key and organizations such as the World Health Organization, chooses to remind individuals in the tropical and subtropical countries to wear protective clothing, set up bed nets at night and use insect repellents. But there are medicines that are currently used as part of the treatment for the disease, which are effective (when diagnosed correctly), even though there is no official vaccine (“Malaria”).  

Malaria, AKA the “King of Diseases”, is caused by protozoan parasites of the genus Plasmodium and the most serious type of it known as Plasmodium falciparum. There are other human species as well, such as P. vivax, P. ovale, and P. malariae. The need for effective and practical diagnosis is increasing, especially since it is a global issue. To do this, diagnosis needs to be more streamlined and for that, it is important that early symptoms are caught at the right moment, especially since they are very nonspecific and variable (Tangpukdee). 

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Symptoms

Earliest symptoms - make it hard to diagnose and can be overlapping with other viral or bacterial infections (Tangpukdee). These are considered as the more common combination of symptoms: 

Fever

Headache

Myalgia

Chills and weakness

Abdominal pain

Diarrhea

Nausea

Vomiting 

  Malaria “attacks”: some individuals can experience these “attacks” that begin with shivering and chills, followed by high fever, then sweating, then back to normal temperature (“Malaria”). These are considered the stages for the classical malaria attack, as written by the CDC, and lasts for about 6-10 hours. 

Serious, severe malaria occurs when organ complications come into play and failures or abnormalities in the blood or metabolism are observed. According to the CDC, here are the following manifestations:

Cerebral malaria

Abnormal behavior

Impairment of consciousness

Seizures

Coma

Other neurological abnormalities

Severe anemia due to destruction of red blood cells (hemolysis)

Can lead to hemoglobin in the urine (hemoglobinuria) as a result. 

ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome)

It is an inflammatory reaction in the lungs that basically inhibits oxygen exchange, which is what our lungs are responsible for. 

This could occur even after parasite counts have decreased after treatment

Low blood pressure due to cardiovascular system collapse

Acute kidney journey

Excessive acidity in the blood and tissue fluids - Metabolic acidosis

Low blood glucose - Hypoglycemia (can also occur in pregnant women with uncomplicated malaria)

Hyperparasitemia

When more than 5% of the RBCs are infected by malaria parasites

**There are many strains of the parasite and these symptoms are from the common strains observed.**

Malaria Relapses: within P. vivax and P. ovale infections, patients who may have recovered the first time around can suffer from additional attacks - “relapses” - after months or even years without symptoms. These relapses occur due to P.vivax and P. ovale have parasites (“hypnozoites”) that can remain dormant in your liver and can reactivate later. There are treatments to reduce these relapses and should follow the treatment of the first attack (“CDC - Malaria - About Malaria - Disease”). 

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Treatment

Maximum drug effects, as observed, were between 18-24 hrs of parasite development; once again, showing the importance of early diagnosis. Increase in parasitic metabolic activity correlated with decreased drug sensitivity. 

Chloroquine (CQ)

Quinine (QN)

Artemisinin (AR)

Sodium artelinate (SA)

AR and its related compounds produced the most rapid parasitic clearance, followed by CQ and then QN. Basically, the artemisinin compounds, which behaved similarly, “had an overall broader time window of antimalarial effect than either CQ or QN ''(Terkuile, 91). In severe malaria cases, artemisinin derivatives also showed greater likelihood of inhibiting parasite cycle than other drugs.

CQ shows the most rapid onset of action out of the four drugs by inhibiting the parasite’s protein and nucleic acid synthesis. In contrast, there is a lag time of 1-4 hours before AR compounds begin to show any of the measurable effects, but after this, the reaction is very rapid as compared to CQ and QN. 

Based on this information, the delayed activity of AR and SA would be in favor for those with blood concentrations that were constant or above the concentration that inhibited parasite activity (or the inhibitory concentration) for several hours. Basically, these drugs are stage dependent and thus, the stage of infection will dictate which drug is best fit (Terkuile, 92). 

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Plant Based Treatment

Based on an assessment conducted by Alshawsh et al., the following information provides an overview of some Yemeni Medicinal plants that have antimalarial properties (specifically against Plasmodium falciparum). 

The following medicinal extracts are commonly used in Yemen by traditional healers and the study conducted evaluated their behavior against isolates of Plasmodium falciparum, in vitro (not in a biological setting, isolated). 

The IC50 of a medicine is the concentration of the medication in the blood that can inhibit the replication of the malarial parasite. It is the concentration at which 50% of the parasitic replication will be inhibited (“Concentration”). A low concentration indicates that less of the medication is needed to have an effect, thus implying the efficiency of the product.

Out of the 6 plants, there were three that were found to have significant positive effects with their IC50 value being less than 4 microgram/ml. 

   This table shows all the medicines lined up and compared with the SMI or inhibition rate of the parasite of Chloroquine, which is a widely used drug for malaria. Among all of the medicines, only Acalypha fruticosa, Azadirachta indica, and Dendrosicyos socotrana showed any inhibition against parasite growth. 

Acalypha fruticose

Traditional Uses: Antiinflammatory, antimalarial, antibacterial.

Active components: Tannins, terpenoids, flavonoids, proteins, polysaccharides

IC50 = 1.6 microgram/ml

Azadirachta indica

Traditional Uses: Antimalarial, fever, digestive disturbances, skin problems, general fatigue, intestinal parasites, diabetes, fungal infections, inflammatory diseases.

Active components: Flavonoids, terpenoids Polysaccharides, proteins, tannins

IC50 = 2.0 microgram/ml

Dendrosicyos socotrana

Traditional uses: Urinary retention, cystitis, symptoms of diabetes, problems with the liver and burns, constipation 

Active components: Terpenoids, proteins, polysaccharides

IC50 = 2.3 microgram/ml

Based on the commonalities within the active components, the presence of tannins, polysaccharides and proteins in the aqueous extracts (Table 2), might have been responsible for the antiplasmodial (against malaria, stemming from the genus Plasmodium) activity of those products(Alshawsh).

Another plant based on West African Plants, conducted by Zirihi et al., researched 33 plant extracts and found certain plants that have been described with having antiplasmodial activity – which is what we are looking for in medications (Zirihi, G.N.).

The root extract of Rauvolfia vomitoria (IC50 = 2.5 micrograms/ml, SI = 9-10)

Important medicinal plant used for many illnesses such as neuropsychiatry disorders, jaundice, gastro-intestinal, measles, and more.

The stem bark extract of Funtumia elastica (IC50 = 3.3 micrograms/ml, SI >15)

Traditionally used for the treatment of haemorrhoids

The stem bark extract of Fagara macrophylla (IC50 = 2.3 micrograms/ml, SI = 9-12)

Has a potent “antifeedant activity” (naturally occurring substance in the plant that causes an unfavorable reaction in the organism that consumes it) against the larvae of both Spodoptera frugiperdaand Spodoptera littoralis (species of moth)

Hypothesized that these substances also make the plant have antiplasmoidial activity.

Work Cited

  Alshawsh, Mohammed A et al. “Assessment of antimalarial activity against Plasmodium falciparum and phytochemical screening of some Yemeni medicinal plants.” Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM vol. 6,4 (2009): 453-6. doi:10.1093/ecam/nem148

“CDC - Malaria - About Malaria - Disease.” Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 4 Jan. 2019, www.cdc.gov/malaria/about/disease.html.

“Concentration.” The Free Dictionary, Farlex,

medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/concentration. 

“Malaria.” Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 13 Dec. 2018, www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/malaria/symptoms-causes/syc-20351184. 

Tangpukdee, Noppadon et al. “Malaria diagnosis: a brief review.” The Korean journal of parasitology vol. 47,2 (2009): 93-102. doi:10.3347/kjp.2009.47.2.93

Terkuile, F., et al. “Plasmodium Falciparum: In Vitro Studies of the Pharmacodynamic Properties of Drugs Used for the Treatment of Severe Malaria.” Experimental Parasitology, vol. 76, no. 1, 1993, pp. 85–95., doi:10.1006/expr.1993.1010.

Zirihi, G. N., Mambu, L., Guédé-Guina, F., Bodo, B., & Grellier, P. (2005). In vitro antiplasmodial activity and cytotoxicity of 33 West African plants used for treatment of malaria. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 98(3), 281-285. doi:10.1016/j.jep.2005.01.004

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RUBBER TREE

Scientific name: Ficus elastica

Common name: rubber fig, rubber bush, rubber tree

Family: Moraceae

Genus: Ficus

Species: F. elastica

This is a glabrous, spreading tree, reaching up to 8 meters high, sending down numerous adventitious roots from the trunk and branches. The leaves are smooth, leathery, shiny and entire. The stipules are usually red as long as the leaves. It is found in many parts of the large cities.

MEDICINAL USES:

For healing wounds, cuts and sores.

In the treatment of parasitic worms.

Packed full of vitamins and rich in sugar the fruit of the ficus elastica contains a substance called mucilage which is also present in Aloe Vera plant and some cactus. It is very helpful with a host of stomach problems such nausea, general pain or digestive problems.

There are many different qualities of the rubber tree. It can be used to treat/cure many different common ailments including:

Internal

Laxative: The dry and raw figs can be very beneficial for constipation. You can boil 3 dry figs and drink the water, then eat the rest of the figs to cure constipation.

Mouth Cleaner: The dry fig water is a great mouth cleaner. Mouth sores, inflammation, and mouth disorders can be healed with fig water.

Cough suppressor: It can also help if you have a cough. As above boil some dry figs in water and drink the liquid after straining.

External

Insect Bites: The milky white material in the leaves can be applied to the insect bites. It can heal the bite rash and itching quickly.

Warts & Corns: You can also apply the latex on warts and corns to heal them.

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PRONTE AL SOLE!

Care Pinelle,

Dopo un anno in città, infatti, il nostro corpo potrebbe aver bisogno di qualche cura in più in vista del sole estivo, così da prenderne tutto il meglio.  Oggi voglio svelarvi

Step 1 – Idratazione

Inizia a fare caldo quindi, regola numero 1, idratarsi! Portate sempre con voi una bottiglia d’acqua e bevete tutto il giorno per recuperare i liquidi!

Step 2 – Aggiungi un posto a tavola..

Preparare il nostro corpo dall’interno è il metodo più efficace per ottenere una pelle bellissima e in salute! Aumenta la dose di verdura e frutta in questo periodo, prediligendo alcuni prodotti imbattibili per la bellezza della pelle. Fai il pieno di frutta di stagione: albicocche, pesche, melone e ciliegie sono alimenti fantastici per la nostra bellezza e, soprattutto, gustosissimi!

Le carote, ovviamente, sono al primo posto della lista, grazie alla grande quantità di beta carotene in esse contenuto, senza contare la vitamina A!  Altre verdure alleate sono il radicchio, il sedano, i peperoni e i pomodori. Non dimenticare di integrare la cicoria e la lattuga, anch’esse ricchissime di vitamina A!

Step 3 – Beauty Shot

Una merenda gustosa che sia anche una bomba di vitamine? Abituati a fare un break con le centrifughe! Prepara una bevanda fresca con carote, melone e pesche o carote, arancia e mango. Sono veri e propri cocktail di bellezza che contengono proprietà antiossidanti che rafforzano il nostro organismo e lo proteggono dall’interno.

Step 4 – Body Beauty Routine

Se la missione abbronzatura è iniziata, puoi procedere con una beauty routine ottima tutto l’anno, ma assolutamente necessaria in vista della tintarella. Fai uno scrub dolce a tutto il corpo, una volta ogni 10 giorni, così da eliminare le cellule morte! Ricordati di applicare ogni giorno la crema idratante. Sempre dopo la doccia ma anche prima di andare a letto, con un bel massaggio rilassante!

Step 5 – Prepara il viso

Il viso sarà la parte del corpo maggiormente a contatto con il sole, quindi devi prepararlo e proteggerlo! Prova ad utilizzare un prodotto nutriente che contenga vitamina C, renderà la tua pelle subito radiosa ed elastica. Applica sempre la crema solare prima di uscire di casa, anche se sei in città! Prima di andare a dormire, detergi il viso con lozioni delicate e scegli una crema che coccoli la pelle per tutta la notte. Il mio segreto, come sapete, sono le maschere! Almeno una volta a settimana, concediti 15 minuti di relax con una maschera per il viso… Vedrai che risultati!

Step 6 – Le rinunce

Quando il sole inizia a farsi più forte, ci sono dei prodotti che dobbiamo evitare! Prima di tutto,  profumi o deodoranti aggressivi! A contatto con essi, il sole, può macchiare la pelle in maniera permanente! Attenzione anche ad alcune medicine, leggete sempre il foglio illustrativo per assicurarvi che non sia sconsigliata l’esposizione solare dopo la loro somministrazione.

  Step 6 – Lo sport

Sì, l’attività fisica aiuta anche ad avere una pelle al top! Quando facciamo sport mettiamo in moto il nostro corpo e anche la nostra pelle godrà di questi benefici! Ricorda, però, di utilizzare sempre una buona protezione solare, soprattutto se pratichi attività all’aria aperta.

Step 7 – Calendario dell’abbronzatura

Ora che hai integrato frutta e verdura, idratato la pelle e applicato la protezione solare, prova a pianificare dei momenti in cui puoi dedicarti a prendere un po’ di sole. In questo modo, abituerai la pelle in maniera graduale e, quando arriverai al mare, non sarà sotto shock!

  Care Pinelle, questi sono i miei consigli per preparare la pelle all’estate! Parleremo, prossimamente, delle migliori routine da mettere in pratica al mare per non correre rischi e goderci il sole!

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playlists for January

1/24/17

camper van beethoven - wasted fight amp - you don't wanna live forever fu manchu - evil eye minor threat - minor threat (demo version) lozen - clay cliffs report suspicious activity - subtle tomahawk - white hat / black hat deprogrammer - propaganda the effigies - below the drop havanlar alemi - stamina spirit caravan - lifer city IBX - jublix tiltawhirl - it won't change phleg camp - switch gray matter - burn no bridges cows - hitting the wall jaks - dumb waiter monster magnet - eclipse milligram - I don't bleed for you karma to burn - seven table - unwind

jesus lizard - good riddance wrong - stop giving jack-o-nuts - raw candle vote trans megetti - mercitron slant 6 - double edged knife scream - I look when you walk les thugs - lost in the suburbs bad brains - I / coptic times party diktator - quiet line / stand behind me coliseum - doing time red monkey - not only dub trio - one man tag crew tar - static (jawbox cover) melvins - set me straight 

1/17/17

magic dirt - eat your blood elastica - never here throwing muses - speed and sleep eight bells - fate and technology royal thunder - sleeping witch helium - skeleton medicine - she knows everything lush - undertow curve - horror head garbage - metal heart the breeders - new year black mountain - mothers of the sun worm ouroboros - ribbon of shadow windhand - evergreen subrosa - black majesty acid king - blaze in pj harvey - meet ze monsta

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Bodily Activity - Best for Your Heart

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The Stores for Condition Control and Reduction and the National College of Activities Medicine recommends thirty minutes of moderate physical activity on most days. Notwithstanding the persuasive center protective knowledge related to physical activity, less than 50% of Americans are following these recommendations. And 25% of people are not active at all within their leisure time. Regrettably, inadequate physical activity can be predominant within our childhood, Daily participation in senior high school bodily knowledge lessons slipped from 42% in 1991 to 33.0% in 2005. And about a large number of high school students do not take portion in any average or strenuous physical activity.

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