Come As You Are – by Dr. Emily Nagoski

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We’ve all heard the jokes, things like: Q: “Why is the clitoris like Antarctica?” A: “Most men know it’s there; most don’t give a damn”

But… How much do people, in general, really know about the anatomy and physiology of sexual function? Usually very little, but often without knowing how little we know.

This book looks to change that. Geared to a female audience, but almost everyone will gain useful knowledge from this.

The writing style is very easy-to-read, and there are “tl;dr” summaries for those who prefer to skim for relevant information in this rather sizeable (400 pages) tome.

Yes, that’s “what most people don’t know”. Four. Hundred. Pages.

We recommend reading it. You can thank us later!

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  • How To Recover Quickly From A Stomach Bug

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    How To Recover Quickly From A Stomach Bug

    Is it norovirus, or did you just eat something questionable? We’re not doctors, let alone your doctors, and certainly will not try to diagnose from afar. And as ever, if unsure and/or symptoms don’t go away or do get worse, seek professional medical advice.

    That out of the way, we can give some very good general-purpose tips for this one…

    Help your immune system to help you

    So far as you can, you want a happy healthy immune system. For the most part, we’d recommend the following things:

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    …but you probably don’t want to be exercising with a stomach bug, so perhaps sit that one out. Exercise is the preventative; what you need right now is rest.

    Hydrate—but watch out

    Hydration is critical for recovery especially if you have diarrhea, but drinking too much water too quickly will just make things worse. Great options for getting good hydration more slowly are:

    • Peppermint tea
      • (peppermint also has digestion-settling properties)
    • Ginger tea
    • Broths
      • These will also help replenish your sodium and other nutrients, gently. Chicken soup for your stomach, and all that. A great plant-based option is sweetcorn soup.
      • By broths, we mean clear(ish) water-based soups. This is definitely not the time for creamier soups.

    ❝Milk and dairy products should be avoided for 24 to 48 hours as they can make diarrhea worse.

    Initial dietary choices when refeeding should begin with soups and broth.❞

    Source: American College of Gastroenterology

    Other things to avoid

    Caffeine stimulates the digestion in a way that can make things worse.

    Fat is more difficult to digest, and should also be avoided until feeling better.

    To medicate or not to medicate?

    Loperamide (also known by the brand name Imodium) is generally safe when used as directed.

    Click here to see its uses, dosage, side effects, and contraindications

    Antibiotics may be necessary for certain microbial infections, but should not be anyone’s first-choice treatment unless advised otherwise by your doctor/pharmacist.

    Note that if your stomach bug is not something that requires antibiotics, then taking antibiotics can actually make it worse as the antibiotics wipe out your gut bacteria that were busy helping fight whatever’s going wrong in there:

    A gentler helper

    If you want to give your “good bacteria” a hand while giving pathogens a harder time of it, then a much safer home remedy is a little (seriously, do not over do it; we are talking 1–2 tablespoons, or around 20ml) apple cider vinegar, taken diluted in a glass of water.

    ❝Several studies indicate apple cider vinegar (ACV)’s usefulness in lowering postprandial glycemic response, specifically by slowing of gastric motility❞

    (Slowing gastric motility is usually exactly what you want in the case of a stomach bug, and apple cider vinegar)

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  • How to Think More Effectively – by Alain de Botton

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    Our brain is our most powerful organ, and our mind is an astonishing thing. So why do we sometimes go off-piste?

    The School of Life‘s Alain de Botton lays out for us a framework of cumulative thinking, directions for effort, and unlikely tools for cognitive improvement.

    The book especially highlights the importance of such things as…

    • making time for cumulative thinking
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    • practising constructive self-doubt

    The style is as clear and easy as you may have come to expect from Alain de Botton / The School of Life, and yet, its ideas are still likely to challenge every reader in some (good!) way.

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  • Mung Beans vs Soy Beans – Which is Healthier?

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    Our Verdict

    When comparing mung beans to soy beans, we picked the soy.

    Why?

    Mung beans are great, but honestly, it’s not close:

    In terms of macronutrients, soy has more than 2x the protein (of which, it’s also a complete protein, containing significant amounts of all essential amino acids) while mung beans have more than 2x the carbs. In their defense, mung beans also have very slightly more fiber, but the carb:fiber ratio is such that soy beans have the lower GI by far.

    When it comes to vitamins, mung beans have more of vitamins A, B3, B5, and, B9, while soy beans have more of vitamins B2, B6, C, E, K, and choline, making for a moderate win for soy beans, especially as that vitamin K is more than 7x as much as mung beans have.

    In the category of minerals, soy wins even more convincingly; soy beans have more calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, and zinc. On the other hand, mung beans have more sodium.

    In short, while mung beans are a very respectable option, they don’t come close to meaningfully competing with soy.

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    Our Verdict

    When comparing kidney beans to chickpeas, we picked the chickpeas.

    Why?

    Both are great! But there’s a clear winner here today:

    In terms of macros, chickpeas have more protein, carbs, and fiber, making them the more nutrient-dense option in this category.

    In the category of vitamins, kidney beans have more of vitamins B1, B3, and K, while chickpeas have more of vitamins A, B2, B5, B6, B7, B9, C, E, and choline, taking the victory again here.

    When it comes to minerals, it’s a similar story: kidney beans have more potassium, while chickpeas have more calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, selenium, and zinc. Another easy win for chickpeas.

    Adding up the three wins makes chickpeas the clear overall winner, but of course, as ever, enjoy either or both; diversity is good!

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  • 7 Fruits Every Senior Should Eat Today (And Why)

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    What will you prioritize in the new year?

    Fruits to enjoy regularly

    The 7 fruits recommended for seniors in this video are:

    Apples

    • Rich in soluble fiber (pectin) for lowering LDL cholesterol.
    • Contains phytochemicals such as quercetin and other polyphenols that reduce inflammation and support heart health.
    • High in vitamin C for immunity, skin elasticity, and joint health.

    Bananas

    • Natural energy boost from carbohydrates.
    • High in potassium for regulating blood pressure, fluid balance, and preventing muscle cramps.
    • Supports cardiovascular health and muscle function.

    Avocados

    • Rich in monounsaturated fats to improve cholesterol levels.
    • High in potassium for blood pressure regulation.
    • Contains vitamins E and K for brain health and bone density.

    Grapes

    • Hydrating and rich in antioxidants like resveratrol, which supports circulation and reduces inflammation.
    • Contain vitamins C and K for immunity and bone health.

    Plums

    • Natural laxative with high fiber and sorbitol for digestive health.
    • Rich in potassium and vitamin K for bone density and reducing osteoporosis risk.
    • Contain polyphenols for reducing inflammation and supporting cognitive health.

    Pomegranates

    • Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant-rich (especially punicalagins and anthocyanins).
    • Supports heart health, improves cholesterol levels, and promotes brain health.
    • May help inhibit cancer cell growth in specific types.

    Kiwi

    • High in vitamin C to boost immunity.
    • Rich in fiber and enzymes for digestive health.
    • Low glycemic index, suitable for blood sugar management.

    10almonds note: a lot of those statements can go for a lot of fruits, but those are definitely high on the list for the qualities mentioned!

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  • Broad Beans vs Sweetcorn – Which is Healthier?

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    Our Verdict

    When comparing broad beans to sweetcorn, we picked the broad beans.

    Why?

    Firstly, you may be wondering: “aren’t broad beans fava beans?”, and yes, yes they are, but by convention, broad beans are the young green beans, while fava beans are the mature beans of the plant. Similar situation to the relationship between edamame and soybeans. And, in both cases, you’re more likely to put the young green beans in a salad, thus making the broad beans the more reasonable vegetable to compare to the sweetcorn. On which note…

    In terms of macros, the broad beans have more protein and fiber, while the sweetcorn has more carbs. We call that a win for the beans.

    Looking at the vitamins, the broad beans have (barely) more vitamin B6, while the sweetcorn has more of vitamins A, B1, B2, B5, B9, E, and choline. An easy win for the corn this time.

    In the category of minerals, the situation is reversed: broad beans have more calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, and zinc, while sweetcorn is not higher in any minerals. So, a clear win for the beans.

    Adding up the sections gives a 2:1 win for the beans over the corn, but by all means enjoy either or both—together is great, and diversity is good!

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