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Deep chest compression can reduce brain damage during cardiac arrest
New research found that deep chest compressions can break ribs, but it can be helpful to prevent brain damage during cardiac arrest.When the heart stops beating cardiac arrest occurs. To resuscitate a person with cardiac arrest, chest compressions might be done as soon as possible. The depth of each compression should 2 to 2.4 inches, for adults.
These compressions should be done at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute, on the sternum that is center of the chest. This is the same for both males and females. When compressions are proper, deep chest compressions can make a racking sound. This is because of the fracture of cartilage or ribs
Commonly the injury is not much serious.
New research at the University Hospital La Paz in Spain states that deep chest compressions can break ribs, but it can prevent brain damage during cardiac arrest. According to studies, it improves the blood flow to the brain, by improving the survival and functioning of the brain.
The guidelines or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) are updated every five years and are used to train health care professionals and members of the public.
Concerns Over Deeper Chest Compressions
According to 2015 recommendations for deeper chest compressions created concerns over the possibility of increasing injuries related to CPR.
The latest study, presented at ESC Congress 2020 The Digital Experience, examined the effect of this advice on neurological outcomes in patients of cardiac arrest. It also assessed the rate of CPR-related injuries and their association with the diagnosis. Researchers say that they need to examine the effect of deep chest compressions during prolonged resuscitation when they could make a real difference to results.
22.7 Percent CPR Related Injuries Reported In 2016-2020
In between the year from 2006 to 2020, the study enrolled consecutive patients admitted to an acute cardiac care unit after getting a cardiac arrest in the hospital or in the community. Patients were divided into three groups corresponding to the updates of the CPR guidelines: 2006-2010, 2011-2015, and 2016-2020. This study included 510 patients who survived cardiac arrest and were admitted to the hospital while unconscious. The average age of those patients was 63 years and 81 percent were males. CPR by lay bystanders and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) gradually increased over the study period.
After 2010, there was a higher ratio of CPR-related injuries: 12.7 percent in 2006-2010, 23.5 percent in 2011-2015, and 22.7 percent in 2016-2020. Just over half of the patients survived and got discharged from the hospital (51.6 percent).
Patients with Such Injuries Reported Better Brain Performance
The performance of the brain significantly increased over the course of the study, in three months. (i.e. it was highest in the 2016-2020 group).
The studies showed that patients with CPR-related injuries were more likely to have better brain functioning. Almost, two-thirds (65.1 percent) of patients with injuries had high brain function compared to 43.2 percent without the injuries.
The most common injuries are rib or sternal fractures. Survival and neurological outcome also improved gradually during the 14-year study.


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1. Here was my route for how the Sox would go to the break four games over .500:
5-1 vs. Twins and Braves
1-2 vs. Houston
2-1 vs. Yankees
Dropping the very first game to the Twins in incompetent fashion certainly didn't provide much hope, but the Braves are still dreadful and the Sox are slated to miss Julio Teheran, while offering Chris Sale and Jose Quintana in response. Winning two out of three against a previously surging Houston team provides some breathing room still for this scenario, as winning a series without Sale and Quintana could be a challenge, even against a Yankees team that is 17-23 on the road and has dropped five of eight.
2. I'd be remiss if I failed to mention that in the wake of my crowing that J.B. Shuck and Dioner Navarro were bad choices to fill corner outfield and designated hitter slots, Shuck went 10-for-28 over a eight-game stretch, pounded five extra-base hits, along with the deciding blooper in Thursday's rubber match with the Twins, clocked his first three home runs in over two years, while scoring and driving in six runs apiece. Navarro hasn't been quite as nuclear hot, but he was part of the homerfest against Toronto, had a multi-hit game in the series opener vs. Minnesota, and had four RBI in Saturday's win in Houston.
Simply put, if you didn't know who they were, you would not have noticed that Shuck and Navarro were not solidly above-average hitters over the last week. They are still unfit to carry such large offensive loads going forward, but if the White Sox are able to string along slightly over .500 long enough for real upgrades to come, this week will have played a significant role.
3. Let's throw out a truly bone-chilling offensive comparison for Tim Anderson, one that has several acknowledged incongruities, but sets the baseline for how much production would be great to have from a shortstop: Alexei Ramirez.
Alexei's career looks to be about over, and everyone's last memory of him was post-peak, and he had better contact skills, but less ability to turn his speed into high BABIP. Ramirez also just did a lot of quirky things in general that the next person who actually compares to him will need to be a mystery of his own.
But Ramirez, and Anderson so far, both have to hit their way on base, and are pushing themselves up in value with a surprising amount of pop. Like, Ramirez, the home run power seems like it will be predominately pull side…
…and that having that easily reachable left field bullpen in U.S. Cellular Field will agree with him the same way it agreed with Ramirez. Ramirez touched 21 home runs in his rookie season, but after that his bat begin to slow down and the surprising pop from his wiry frame dissipated slowly alongside it.
But whereas Ramirez turned 27 in September of his rookie season, Anderson just turned 23, and the depreciating returns from his raw athleticism and bat speed is not something we really have to contemplate yet. He could flirt with the 15-20 home run range and for a longer period of time than Alexei, while still boasting speed that makes every gapper hold the potential for a triple.
He's not the natural shortstop Ramirez was and likely never will be particularly close, but the state of league offense is such that a shortstop who can reach base at a .300 clip and slug over .400 with plus speed is a franchise cornerstone.
4. July 2 has come and gone, and the White Sox have given their typical competent but not dominant showing in the International Free Agent market, which is as much as can be hope for an organization rebuilding their contacts after utter disaster and criminal activity and skimming bonuses to fund Phoenix nightclubs, and such.
Baseball America has the White Sox signing the No. 33, 36 and 37 prospects in their international top-50 rankings, as well as six others, with the jewel of their class being Josue Guerrero, the nephew of future Hall of Famer Vladimir Guerrero. These are 16 and 17-year-olds, so it's almost all raw projection at this point–though six-foot, four-inch, 200-pound lefty pitcher Hector Acosta might be more filled out than most–but international operations chief Marco Paddy still had some gushing words to offer about how Guerrero stacks up to his uncle.
"He is a very similar player to his uncle at this same age in terms of his physical makeup, his body, his swing, his tools," Paddy said. "I think, like several of these players, he has a chance to be a very special player."
So, he's basically Vladimir Guerrero, is one (wrong) way to take this.
5. Zach Putnam is playing catch from 60-feet in an effort to rehab his way back from ulnar neuritis, hand numbness, and possibly bone chips?
Once Putnam began to throw, he figured he'd get a little better idea of how the elbow had improved or changed painwise. But he certainly wasn't expecting it to be 100 percent, knowing "there's some stuff in there."
If Putnam eventually opts for surgery, it potentially could be of the arthroscopic variety to remove bone chips in the elbow. But there's no final date set in terms of making a decision on how to move forward.
If you ever think you're too invested in this 42-40 White Sox team, think of Putnam trying to pitch through hopefully just bone spurs and inflammation*.
*He also hits arbitration next year. Possibly a factor.
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By Chelsey Dulaney
RadioShack Corp. on Thursday outlined cost-cutting efforts to boost its earnings by more than $400 million a year, as the struggling electronics chain works to shore up its finances and fight back against lenders who say it has defaulted on a loan.
RadioShack also reported its loss widened in its November quarter, missing Wall Street expectations, as sales plunged.
Chief Executive Joseph C. Magnacca said the cost-cutting efforts include reductions to its headquarters, field, stores, and store support to "right-size our business."
RadioShack in recent weeks has publicly disputed claims from term lenders Salus Capital Partners and Cerberus Capital Management, who a year ago provided a $250 million lifeline that helped keep the company in business. The lenders now say that a credit line RadioShack secured in October caused it to default on the loan.
For the period ended Nov. 1, RadioShack reported a loss of $161.1 million, or $1.58 a share, compared with a year-earlier loss of $135.9 million, or $1.35 a share. Excluding one-time items, the company posted a loss of $1.23 a share.
Sales at stores open at least a year dropped 13%, pushing the company's overall revenue down 16% to $650.2 million.
Analysts polled by Thomson Reuters expected a per-share loss of $1.04 and revenue of $717 million.
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Div Com visits Transit Camp Phantha-Chowk; inspects arrangements
SRINAGAR, JULY 05: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Baseer Ahmad Khan today visited Transit Camp Pantha Chowk to review the necessary arrangements put in place for the pilgrims of Amarnath Yatra.
The Divisional Commissioner inspected all arrangements which include quality food in langers, storage of essential commodities, availability of Doctors along paramedical staff, medicines and ambulances, comfortable bedding, Bio-Toilets, 24×7 control room, erection of more sheds, disaster management, Traffic plan, security, magistracy and other necessary facilities for yatra pilgrims in the Transit Camp.
He directed SMC to ensure sanitation in and around the transit camp and install additional dust bins in the premises.
The Divisional Commissioner directed PDD and PHE Engineers to ensure uninterrupted electricity and clean drinking water to the pilgrims of the Pathachowk Transit Camp.
The Divisional Commissioner asked concerned officers to conduct safety audit of the camp on priority basis which has a capacity of accommodating 2000 pilgrims.
Khan also interacted with pilgrims and inquired the facilities being provided by the administration.
On the occasion, he said that the government is committed to provide quality, round the clock and hassle-free facilities to the Pilgrims of Amarnath yatra.
He reiterated that Amarnath Yatra is a national event and concerned officers should perform their duties with added zeal, zest and mutual coordination besides they shall remain alert round the clock to address any kind of issue immediately for the successful conduct of Amarnath Yatra-2019.
Government had also established two more transit camps at HMT and Zakura, in case of exigency. More than a thousand Amarnath Yatris can be accommodated in these transit camps.
Deputy Commissioner Srinagar Dr Shahid Iqbal, Deputy Mayor Sheikh Imran, Chief Medical Officer Srinagar, Superintending Engineers of PDD & PHE and other senior officers accompanied the Divisional Commissioner.


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By Joe Delaney
In a previous article, my colleague Spencer beautifully explained how Pokémon Gold and Silver are the pinnacle of the Pokémon series. And for the most part, I agree that Generation 2 is truly the best of the Pokémon RPGs. However, I would argue that they are not, in fact, the best games in the series. No, that honor belongs to a game that isn't even an entry in the main series.
Pokémon Snap was released in 1999, and over the last 20 years, it's the only game in the franchise that I find myself coming back to time and time again. I'd say about once a year, I spend a lazy weekend afternoon playing through this short, yet sweet adventure, and each time, I love it even more. And I'm obviously not the only one, because when Nintendo finally announced a long overdue sequel last week, the reactions all over the Internet showed just how loved this spinoff game is.
Honestly, I never need a reason to revisit Pokémon Snap, but the announcement of the sequel just gives me even more of an excuse to jump right back into the best game in the series. Let's have a look at what made this game so special, and what the new game can do to both recapture the magic of the original, while also improving and expanding on it.
The first thing that makes this game better than most games in the series is that there is no combat. I'm not a pacifist or anything, but the turn-based battles in the Pokémon series are more basic than white girl with a "Live. Laugh. Love." plaque in her house. I enjoy the mainline Pokémon games, but I like them despite their grindy, repetitive mechanics.
But none of that is in Pokémon Snap. This game boils down the series to what makes it great: discovering cute and cool monsters. You automatically scroll through different environments, and take pictures of Pokémon in their natural habitats, and that's basically it. It might sound boring on paper, but when you actually play it, you discover there's actually a lot to it.
First off, despite the fact that there are no traditional battles in the game, there is a surprising amount of action and violence. The game starts out peaceful, but soon enough, you'll find yourself using apples to bait two Magmars into fighting to the death, and knocking a Charmelion into a pool of lava, making him evolve into Charizard. The coolest moment of the game is when you get a Mankee to kick a Magikarp across a canyon, into a waterfall, where it transforms into a ferocious Gyrados.
What this game accomplished that so many others in the series fail to do though is make the Pokémon feel real. As you roll through the levels you see Pokémon just living their lives, like an Eevee chasing a Chauncey like a dog playing with a ball. In the RPGs, when you come across the rarest, legendary Pokémon, they're presented with barely any more fanfare than a Pidgey is. But in Snap, when you come across one of the legendary birds, they're awe-inspiring. You watch as Moltres rises from a river of lava, and soars overhead as fiery embers shed from its wings.
And while all this happens, you're trying your best to get the absolute best shot of these Pokémon. There's a lot more skill required than you'd think. Sometimes you think you have the perfect picture, but then you present it to Professor Oak, and he says "You were close…" and your heart breaks as he discards your photo of Rapidash because it wasn't in the exact center of the frame.Despite the fact that I adore this game, there are some things I hope they fix in the sequel. First off, I hope it's just a bit longer than the approximately 3 hour original. Nowadays, gamers get pissy even if a game is less than 30 hours and doesn't feature an open world with side quests.
Speaking of that, if there's one series that might actually benefit from an open-world approach, it's Pokémon Snap. The original game was an on-rails, linear experience, so you only had so many different ways you could take a picture of each Pokémon. For the sequel, it would actually be really cool if you could walk freely around each level, approaching each Pokémon differently, trying to get the most interesting angle possible.
And finally, and I think that this might be a hot take after the Dexit debacle of Sword and Shield, I don't think they need to include every Pokémon ever to make this game great. The original Snap came out during Gen 1, and didn't even include half the roster, and yet was still great. I hope they have more than 60-something monsters in the sequel, but I'm not gonna get upset if they don't include Luvdisc and Vanillite.
It'll be hard for Nintendo to mess up New Pokémon Snap. It could end up being the definitive Pokémon experience for Switch, easily outshining the fine, yet forgettable Sword and Shield. But even if it fails to meet the hype, I won't be too broken up about it. Because no matter what, I'll always be able to blow the dust out of my N64 cartridge on a rainy Sunday afternoon, arrive on Pokémon Island and hear kindly old Professor Oak say "Welcome back."


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It's No Mystery: Writing Mysteries for Kids Is the Best Job in the World / Robin Newman
Writing for children can be complicated. There's so much to keep in mind like using vocabulary that's age-appropriate and providing bite-sized clues, all while telling a good story. In this week's Killer Nashville guest blog, author Robin Newman shares her love of writing children's stories, and some helpful hints as you write yours.
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It's No Mystery: Writing Mysteries for Kids Is the Best Job in the World
By Robin Newman
I wish I could say that I was an avid reader and writer as a child. But to tell the truth, I didn't become a reader until I was in high school, and it wasn't until law school that I realized that I enjoyed writing.
Growing up in the 1970s, many of my peers and I were TV junkies. Scooby Doo, Where Are You?, Hong Kong Phooey, Bugs Bunny, Fat Albert, The Jetsons, Road Runner, and School House Rock played an intrinsic part of my childhood. I also grew up watching, and may have possibly read some of, The Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries. Later, as an adult, I was hooked on television detective shows like Dragnet, Law and Order, Murder, She Wrote, Cagney and Lacey, and Barney Miller. All of these shows were perfect fodder for a budding writer of children's mysteries.
Television, in particular, has created expectations for readers of mysteries. So, it's no mystery that when I started writing The Case of the Missing Carrot Cake, my critique group told me that I should follow the formula and language used in detective shows. "Give us the facts, and just the facts…"
When writing a mystery for young children, there are a few things that one should consider, aside from the usual suspects of plot, character, and setting.
Age matters. Who is reading the story? The parent or the child? Will the reader get the joke? These are things that you need to think about when writing for a young audience.
Word counts. Is your story going to be a picture book, early reader, transitional reader, or chapter book? Picture books generally fall within the realm of 500 or fewer words. It's extremely hard to write a detective story in fewer than 500 words.
When I started writing The Case of the Missing Carrot Cake, it was a picture book. But my word counts were off the charts, around 1200-1600 words, and I knew an editor would hyperventilate if he or she saw my manuscript. Upon excellent advice, I changed the book to an early chapter book, and the story flowed much better.
Short and sweet. Try to keep your sentences short. There's a lot going on in a mystery, and you need to keep your readers focused on tracking the clues that will help them find the culprit.
Vocabulary. Detective and mystery vocabulary is pretty sophisticated for emergent readers. Terms like alibi, suspect, witness, clues, investigation, etc., need to come across clearly in the text. For example, in this one scene of The Case of the Missing Carrot Cake, Detective Wilcox is interrogating the suspect, Fowler the Owl:
"Hoo-hoo," said Fowler, peeking her head out of her hole. "What brings you two tasty treats to my tree?"
"Investigating a case," I said, holding up my badge. "Detective Wilcox and Captain Griswold, MFIs. Where were you between 8:00 and 10:00 this morning?"
"I was chasing a field mouse."
"Do you have any witnesses?" If someone had seen her, she'd have an alibi.
"There was one, but I ate him."
Easy clues and repetition. Make sure you leave a crumb trail of easy clues for your junior detectives to find. Having one character repeat or slightly modify what another character has said is an opportunity to emphasize a clue and slow down the reader to take note of an important fact.
"But she sure was acting like a funny bunny."
"Funny ha ha or funny odd?" I asked.
"She didn't say a word—not even a peep when I asked if she wanted a nice hot cup of slop! And she was still wearing her pajamas…"
Have fun! Don't forget to add lots of fun puns and jokes. Kindergartners, first and second graders LOVE puns and bad jokes. This is the age of knock-knock jokes.
It's no mystery: writing for kids is the best job in the world. I suspect that if you give it a try, you will love it too!
Raised in New York and Paris, Robin is a graduate of Bryn Mawr College and the City University of New York School of Law. She's been a practicing attorney and legal editor, but she prefers to write about witches, mice, pigs, and peacocks. She is the author of The Case of the Missing Carrot Cake, A Wilcox & Griswold Mystery, illustrated by Deborah Zemke (Creston Books, Spring 2015), about two hardboiled mouse detectives working their beat from a shoebox at the back of Farmer Ed's barn. They are MFIs, Missing Food Investigators, and on their seminal case, they're on the hunt for Miss Rabbit's missing carrot cake. (Note: The names of the animals have been changed to protect the good guys.) Visit her website at https://robinnewmanbooks.wordpress.com/
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15 Best Foods You Can Eat Without Chewing
"15 Best Foods You Can Eat Without Chewing" was written by Rachel Bender, dietetic intern at Oregon Health Sciences University, & reviewed/edited by Alvellin Paulino & Katie Dodd, MS, RDN, CSG, LD, FAND.
Disclaimer: Always talk to your health care provider if you are having difficulty chewing or swallowing. You want to make sure there are no underlying issues and that you are following the correct diet for your individual situation.
Soft foods or a "no chew diet" is a diet in which a person should eat only foods that are soft and require minimal chewing and avoid all foods that do not fit these requirements.
One of the main complaints of this type of diet is a lack of variety in their meals, but there are still many kinds of foods that can be eaten in modification to be suitable. This article contains some suggestions to spice up the diet of those who need foods that are easier to chew.
Who is a Soft Foods Diet for?
At The Geriatric Dietitian our obvious focus is older adults. Soft foods for the elderly are often recommended. But older adults are not the only ones who may need to find some nutritious foods to eat without chewing. Here some examples of why someone may need to follow this diet.
Dysphagia and Soft Foods
One of those reasons may be that an individual has issues swallowing, due to either mechanical or neurological impairment. In these circumstances, they may be prescribed a dysphagia diet.
There are different levels of dysphagia diets depending on the level of impairment. Soft foods are one of the components of a dysphagia diet. For more about dysphagia diets here.
Mouth Pain and Soft Foods
Another reason why soft foods for the elderly may be recommended is oral and dental pain. The geriatric population is not the only population to suffer from this, but has a higher proportion experiencing this type of pain. Soft or no chew foods may alleviate some of that pain as well as prevent it from getting worse.
Missing Teeth and Soft Foods
Approximately 50% of older adults are missing some, if not all of their natural teeth. Without teeth, it can be very difficult to chew hard or sticky foods. Eating a soft foods diet or finding foods to eat without chewing may be necessary when teeth are missing.
Learn more at our article on Nutrition and Dental for Seniors.
Oral Surgery and Soft Foods
Most patients will be asked to follow a soft foods diet after oral or dental surgery. This is not only because harder foods may cause more pain, but because they can interfere with the healing process.
Therefore, it is very important for individuals to eat only soft foods after oral surgery. This includes those getting dentures or implant supported dentures.
Cancer Treatment and Soft Foods
Many cancer patients may be recommended soft foods for the side effects of their cancer treatments. Cancers of the head and neck can especially cause issues with chewing and swallowing.
Additionally, patients may be suffering from nausea, loss of appetite, and eating can just be a challenge. Finding foods you can eat without chewing can make getting nutrition easier.
Health Concerns for Those with Chewing Difficulties
Not being able to chew is absolutely an inconvenience. But, it can also lead to some health concerns.
Unintended Weight Loss
Those on a no chew or soft foods diet are more at risk for unintended weight loss due to a few reasons.
The first is that pain may be inhibiting them from eating enough, or from eating balanced meals.
The second is that the absence of variety in what they can eat may cause them to get bored of eating and this may cause a lack of appetite.
Finally, individuals prescribed a soft foods diet may already be in a group more at risk for unintended weight loss, especially if they are elderly. To learn in our article on unintended weight loss in the elderly.
Not Enough Protein
When someone has a hard time chewing, they often avoid the foods they cannot eat. This may include meats, nuts, seeds, and other hard to chew protein foods.
It is important to make sure that you are getting enough protein throughout the day if you are on a soft foods diet to prevent protein malnutrition. Try to have one significant source of protein with every meal. See foods below for inspiration!
Micronutrient Deficiencies
Like protein deficiency, micronutrient (vitamin and mineral) deficiencies are common in those with chewing difficulties due to lower amounts of food being consumed as well as a lack of variety in the foods being eaten.
In the elderly population, some common deficiencies include calcium, vitamin D, potassium, fiber, and vitamin B12. These deficiencies can further worsen elderly people's health status.
Tips for a Soft Foods Diet
Being aware that difficulty chewing can limit the amount of foods and variety of nutrients in an individual's diet is important. The next step is to do something about it! Here are some tips for following a soft foods diet.
Make Foods Moist!
Often, food may be difficult to eat and swallow due to it being dry. In order to overcome this, add moisture to dry foods to make them easier to eat without chewing.
Some ideas are adding gravies to savory foods, milk or cream to cakes and desserts, and butter and oils to bread products.
Small Bites are Better
When on a no chew or soft foods diet, choking on food is a hazard. Be sure to take small bites or sips of food and drinks. Also be sure to cut foods into small pieces.
Eat Slowly
Because choking can be a concern on a soft foods diet, eating slowly and without distractions is very important.
Add High Calorie Foods
Many who need to eat food without chewing may struggle with eating enough food each day. If this is the case due to pain or other reasons, it is a great idea to make the foods you choose higher in calories. This will make sure that you get enough nutrition and will be at a lower risk for unintended weight loss.
For more information on foods high on calories, go here.
Plan Meals Ahead
Meal prepping can be an excellent way in bringing more variety to your meals.
By planning your meals ahead, you reduce stress and enjoy your meal more frequently.
Eat Small, Frequent Meals
It may take more effort for those who need to eat foods without chewing to finish a meal. If eating is tiring or painful, break your daily food into smaller and more frequent meals. This also works for those who do not feel like eating.
15 Top You Can Eat Without Chewing
Here are our 15 top foods you can eat without chewing! These foods can be mushed or gummed without teeth. Other selections can simple be sipped. Be sure to select the foods which work best for your individual situation and taste preference.
1. Soups
Broth-based or pureed soups are some of the best foods that you can eat without chewing that can also provide a full meal!
Depending on your own personal tolerance, you may also be able to enjoy soups with soft ingredients as well, such as shredded chicken and canned vegetables.
If you require a pureed foods you can add any soup to a strong blender and create your own pureed soup.
Find great high calorie options on our blog article High Calorie Soups.
2. Soft Dairy
Many forms of dairy are more than acceptable on a soft foods diet.
Yogurt, cottage cheese, and other soft cheeses such as cream cheese can all be eaten with little to no chewing involved.
Additionally, these items contain a lot of calcium, which is one of the key nutrients to consider if you are looking for soft foods for the elderly.
If you do not eat dairy foods, look for dairy-free alternatives such as soy based yogurt or coconut based yogurt.
3. Well-cooked Grains
Grains may seem like a no-no due to their chewy nature, however if they are cooked longer with extra liquid, they can be fine for most people on a soft foods diet.
Oatmeal and pasta are favorites but try polenta or congee to mix it up!
4. Mashed Potatoes
Mashed potatoes aren't just for the holidays!
This classic easily makes the top 15 foods you can eat without chewing. For extra calories, you can add whole milk, cream, butter, or sour cream.
To switch it up, try other mashed veggies such as squash or carrots.
5. Smoothies
Smoothies may be a classic for soft foods diets, but that doesn't mean they have to be boring.
The possibilities for nutrition smoothie options are endless.
Try blending in veggies to get more nutrition.
Check out our article on High Calorie Smoothies for ideas.
6. Scrambled eggs
Scrambled eggs are a terrific breakfast for those with chewing difficulties, as they pack in a ton of protein. If you need more calories, try adding shredding cheese when cooking and/or extra butter to the pan.
Other kinds of eggs, such as poached or over easy, may also be appropriate for those who can tolerate it.
7. Dips
Dips are great for those on a soft foods diet, and often make food much more enjoyable.
Make sure to look for smooth dips such as hummus or guacamole without any crunchy ingredients.
And yes, you can eat dip with a spoon! You do not need chips or carrots for your dips.
8. Soft fish
Fish is a great protein choice for those on a soft foods diet.
Unlike other animal meats, the filet of most fish is very tender naturally. Most fish is soft and flakes apart when you eat it.
Make sure to look for fish that is cooked in a way that does not create crunchy surfaces (such as frying). Also, make sure that all bones and skin are removed before serving.
9. High Calorie Drinks
High calorie drinks are great because they require absolutely no chewing and are extra beneficial for those who may not have an appetite.
In addition to high calorie smoothies and shakes, fortified milk (milk mixed with dry milk) may be a good option.
For more ideas including recipes, check out our article on High Calorie Drinks.
10. Canned Fruits and Veggies
Canned fruits and veggies are often an ideal choice for those with chewing difficulties because they are usually softer than their fresh counterparts.
There is plenty of variety to choose from here, but be aware that not all canned fruits and veggies will be appropriate. And everyone has their own level of tolerance.
Canned peaches, pears, and carrots are a few examples of soft canned fruits and vegetables. If needed they can be cut into smaller pieces or mashed with a fork prior to eating.
11. Soft and Moist Breads
Breads should be fine for those on a soft foods diet, as long as they are soft and moist enough.
Think of a soft, store-bought, white bread without crust. Not hard, crusty loaf breads.
Adding gravy, oil, or butter often helps make them easier to eat. Try a soft bread with olive oil and vinegar or pancakes with butter and maple syrup!
12. Well-cooked beans and lentils
Beans and lentils are a very filling part or center of a meal, and are usually soft enough for individuals who need to eat without chewing.
Additionally, they are a great source of protein and are suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
13. Nut Butters
Creamy peanut butter and other nut butters are ideal for those who have difficulty chewing.
Make sure to choose smooth varieties instead of crunchy.
Nut butters are also terrific for fitting in extra calories and protein into a diet.
14. Gravies and Condiments
Gravies and condiments are not only safe for those on a soft foods diet, but they can also make other foods safer by providing extra moisture!
In addition, they make food taste great while providing more calories which is especially great for those at risk for unintended weight loss.
Some excellent options are gravies, butter, sour cream, mayo, ketchup, and mustard.
You can add gravy to ground meat and soft bread. Or add mayo to a soft tuna on sliced bread, for example.
15. Soft Desserts
Finally, everyone's favorite: desserts!
Being on a no chew or soft foods diet does not mean you have to miss out on the sweet treats.
Just make sure to be careful in your selection- ice cream, mousse, pudding, and very moist cake are all great choices.
Watch out for hard or sticky foods that may be added to desserts like nuts or candy.
What About Foods to Avoid?
We discussed our 15 top foods you can eat without chewing. But what about foods you should avoid on a soft foods diet? Here is list of foods to watch out for. Remember, everyone is different in what they can or cannot tolerate.
Dry Foods
Generally speaking, dry foods require more time chewing and processing in the mouth so that they can become moist enough for the person to swallow. Add extra sauce or moisture to dry foods to make them more suitable.
Crunchy Foods
Crunchy foods cannot be swallowed without posing a serious risk to choking. Additionally, crunchy foods can make any sort of oral or dental pain worse.
Cooking and/or breaking down foods into small pieces can often make them acceptable for those on a soft foods diet.
Chewy Foods
Like crunchy foods, chewy foods that are swallowed without chewing are a choking hazard. These foods either need to be cooked longer to make them more tender or avoided on a soft foods diet.
Table of Foods to Select or Avoid on a Soft Foods Diet
*Note: This table is not exhaustive. Use caution in which foods you select or avoid based on your individual situation.
|Extra cooked & moist rice/congee
|Al dente pasta
|Extra cooked & moist pasta
|Any tough or chewy grain
|Extra cooked & moist Oatmeal
|Bread crust
|Extra cooked & moist Polenta
|Soft breads (rolls, pancakes, etc)
|Soft fish
|Fish skin and bones
|Well-cooked beans and lentils
|Tough cuts of meat
|Soft tofu
|Large cuts/ bites of meat
|Very tender & moist shredded chicken or beef
|Chunky nut butters
|Nut butters (smooth only)
|Soft eggs (scrambled, poached, egg salad)
|Hard cheeses
|Soft cheeses (cream, brie without rind, etc.)
|Smooth yogurt
|Melted cheeses
|Cottage cheese
|Ripe banana
|Most raw fruits and vegetables
|Stringy vegetables (asparagus, etc.)
|Canned, bite-size fruits and veggies (peaches, pears, oranges, etc.)
|Corn, especially on the cob
|Mashed potatoes and other vegetables
|Smooth guacamole (check to make sure other ingredients are okay)
|Well cooked vegetables (such as those found in soup)
|Jellies and jams
|Smoothies not thoroughly blended
|All smooth beverages (milk, juice, etc.)
|Smooth condiments
|Hard or crunchy desserts
|Pureed dips (hummus, smooth bean dip, etc.)
|Pie crusts
|Soft desserts (mousse, ice cream, pudding, extra moist cake, etc.)
A soft foods diet can still be balanced and have variety. Many favorite foods can be modified to fit any eating pattern.
Take at the foods included on this list and get creative! Best of luck.
- Dysphagia Diet. Saint Luke's Health System. https://www.saintlukeskc.org/health-library/dysphagia-diet. Accessed January 12, 2021.
- Klemm Rby S. Special Nutrient Needs of Older Adults. https://www.eatright.org/health/wellness/healthy-aging/special-nutrient-needs-of-older-adults. Accessed January 12, 2021.
- Side Effects of Cancer Treatment. National Cancer Institute. https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/side-effects. Accessed January 12, 2021.
- Soft diet tips. Soft diet tips | Coping with cancer | Cancer Research UK. https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/coping/physically/diet-problems/managing/soft-diet/tips. Published March 25, 2020. Accessed January 12, 2021.


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The Otemon Gakuin University's newest campus opened a year ago in the heart of Smart-City Ibkaraki in northern Osaka, Japan. The 40,000sqm facility is home to half of the university's student population, equating to roughly 3,600 students.
Designed by architectural firm Mitsubishi Jisho Sekkei with lighting design from akari+DESIGN, the striking triangular structure presents a beautiful learning facility for the students.
Project Architect Yasuhiro Sube sat down with arc to discuss the project: "I wanted to design a one-building campus that would encourage communication in the age of texting and smartphones. My inspiration was the image of an iconic inverted triangular pyramid floating over the Earth," he explained.
"An analysis of the surrounding urban landscape led me to conclude that a triangular plan was most appropriate for the site, and this developed into an inverted pyramid form, a powerful contemporary shape that attracts students and community members. I used environmental simulation software to further refine the form through computational design."
In an age of internet technology increasing the ability to communicate remotely, the architects were driven to create an educational complex that would draw students in, stimulate their interests and encourage exploration.
Taking inspiration from traditional Japanese shrines, the architects created the dubbed Academic Ark as a place of gathering, much like that of a shrine that attracted pilgrims from across the country to meet. The Academic Ark's outstanding triangular form presents steeply angled sides that create an inviting "gate" that students and educators enter through. Inside the Ark, audiences are welcomed with a great floating silver volume in the main hall. The floating volume contains a library filled with books and a book trail that encircles the centrepiece, which is flanked by six large classrooms on both the second and third floors. Above, 21 classrooms fill the fourth and fifth floors. "A large void between the library and the book trail allows for visibility between the floors, making apparent the energy created by a learning site where individuals both see and are seen by each other," explained the firm.
Lighting design, by Hiroyasu Yoshino and Mai Okada at akari+DESIGN, was integrated in the early stages of design in a close working relationship with the architects. "I contacted Mr [Hiroyasu] Yoshino at quite an early stage in the project, once I'd decided on an inverted pyramid form with a floating library inside," explained Sube. "I wanted the lighting to strengthen the impact of the design, so that the structure and space would really stay with people. Mr Yoshino and I have collaborated on other projects, and I love the way his lighting design is modulated to create a mysterious atmosphere, similar to the light of the sun and moon.
"Mr Yoshino's lighting is as essential to my spaces as the sun and moon. The most striking space is useless in the dark. His lighting is an art, with the power to give life and emotional impact to architecture, differentiating it from ordinary environments."
Speaking of his collaboration with Yoshino, Sube added: "I tell him about the space I am envisioning and the points that require special attention from the perspective of user convenience and leave the rest to him. Satoko Uda, Mitsubishi's electrical engineer, also collaborates with Mr Yoshino not only on the engineering but also on issues related to post-construction management and operation."
When discussing the design details for the floating library, Sube describes how the working relationship with Yoshino influences his architectural choices. "We jointly came up with the idea of using reflective material from the K-Spot spotlights designed by Shiro Kuramata, whose work we both love," he said. "I'd been wanting to use that material in an architecture project, but there weren't any previous examples of it being applied in such a large space. The way we worked with contractors and construction workers unfamiliar with this industrial item was through trial and error to create a huge, seamless floating mass, made a strong impression on me."
Inside the Academic Ark, the modern architecture is enhanced with the use of architectural lighting, which defines the lines and textures of the building.
"My brief was to attractively illuminate this unique triangular architectural form," explained Yoshino. "I was also asked to design artistic, centripetal interior lighting, and exterior lighting that would make the structure into a reassuring local landmark. These fundamental concepts remained consistent from start to finish."
Yoshino claims his initial impressions of the triangular structure, both inside and out, were like that of a spaceship. "I wanted to somehow use light to make this silver form float in the air," he explained. "I was also thinking about maintenance and using indirect lighting in a way that creates a physical sensation. All of the interior spaces are lit with long, thin dotless LED lights. These thin lines of light emphasise the edges of the triangles, creating a futuristic impression. In particular, the 15mm-wide linear LEDs on the outside of the corridor handrails both effectively bring out the library's exterior walls and contribute ambient light to the entire atrium through reflection."
Inside the library space, Yoshino encountered one of the inevitable challenges a project like this brings. One of the structural constraints he faced was with the library bookshelves. "At first, I intended to install horizontal LEDs on the shelves, but I then learned that the lights could not be attached there, so I hastily switched to vertical linear LEDs on the boards forming the sides of the shelves so that the bookshelves themselves function as lighting," he explained. "Switching to a vertical design had the added effect of emphasising the height of the shelves and making the space more striking, so the design ended up evolving thanks to on-site problem solving."
Yoshino's lighting scheme was so successful due to the attention to detail he carried throughout the building and to the student's wellbeing when using the space. One example of this is seen in the embedded LEDs in the handrails illuminating the exterior of the library in the atrium. He explained further: "These linear dotless LEDs are controlled with a DMX signal, which dims them in a slow, random pattern. I felt that the light needed to flicker in this way because there are no skylights or other source of natural light in this space. When students leave the classrooms, they experience a sense of passing time arising from this flickering light, which is similar to slowly passing clouds."
Along with the health and wellbeing of the student's playing a big part both the architectural and the lighting designs, the architecture was also sensitive to its environmental impacts. As Sube explained: "The façade is fabricated from unpainted cast stainless steel, treated to prevent dulling and shaped like cherry blossom petals – the first example of its kind in the world. This "eco-screen" reduces thermal load by 50% and blocks visibility from the surrounding residential neighbourhood, so that those inside and outside the building are not aware of one another.
"In Japan, when the cherry blossom trees are in full bloom, groups of friends gather under them to eat and drink. I wanted to create a place for learning that was surrounded by this same motif of cherry blossoms in full bloom. For the past 10 years or so, I have been interested in the potential of cast metals to reduce environmental load by lowering the amount of solar heat that buildings absorb. Cast aluminium must be painted but cast stainless steel can be used as-is in a façade. I'd used this contemporary approach previously on commercial façades and interiors at the Taipei Nan Shan Plaza in Taiwan, and this current project further deepened my understanding of the material."
Yoshino's lighting design responded to this awareness of environmental impact, and he specifically chose LEDs for their environmentally friendly and long-lasting nature.
"Architects can give their buildings windows and skylights to bring natural light inside. That makes the interiors more comfortable, but the accompanying solar radiation can also create an unpleasant environment," added Sube. "In the areas where the stainless-steel façade and windows don't bring in sunlight or moonlight, Mr Yoshino went beyond providing the bare minimum of necessary light by contributing to the creation of one-of-a-kind artistic spaces."
Throughout the Ark's unique triangular shape, Yoshino's design emphasised its shapes, yet stayed discreet and unassuming. "Because the architectural design was so incredibly futuristic and fantasy-like, I did my utmost to ensure that the lighting design would be unnoticeable," explained Yoshino.
"The building has so many sloping and acutely angled forms, I decided to illuminate them only from a fixed direction. That created shadows, and a contrast of light and dark that emphasises the forms," he added.
"Wherever possible, I designed the lighting to follow the circulation paths and architectural forms so that it would blend into the space. Aside from the classrooms, I did not attach downward-facing fixtures to the ceilings. That allowed me to illuminate the ceiling and wall surfaces so that the forms came forward strikingly.
"The narrow dotless LEDs also allowed me to linearly connect the lighting into a seamless overall design. The dotless lights look like the lightsabres in Star Wars, which I felt was perfect for creating a futuristic, new kind of space.
"I'm very pleased with how the lighting design turned out. I think that thanks to the lighting plan, the lighting became an element of the architecture. It's not simply task lighting or illumination, but instead functions similarly to wallpaper or curtains. I feel like the small, delicate LED lights gave rise to a new kind of design," concluded Yoshino.


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Save up to 47% on SwiftCarbon bikes via Cycle to Work and the Green Commute Initiative
SwiftCarbon is the latest brand to join the UK Cycle to Work scheme without the £1,000 spending limit
SwiftCarbon, the direct-sales brand started by former professional Mark Blewett, has announced that it has joined the Green Commute Initiative (GCI) – a Cycle to Work scheme with an upper spending limit of £10,000 – and UK consumers could potentially save up to 47 per cent on a new high-end bike.
The GCI scheme works via a gross salary sacrifice, which means you save on tax and National Insurance contributions. The amount you save is based on the income tax band you are in, but GCI provides a handy calculator so you can quickly work out your potential savings.
If, for example, you really need to speed up your commute (and, of course, any other cycling you happen to do) SwiftCarbon's HyperVox aero bike could be ideal.
With the GCI scheme, you could get the £4,149 HyperVox Disc, which comes with full Shimano Ultegra Di2 and hydraulic disc brakes, for just £2,821.32 (if you pay income tax at the basic rate).
This represents a saving of £1,327.68 (32%) – not bad, and anyone paying income tax at a higher rate could save even more.
If you're an experienced commuter, you might be scratching your head at this point and thinking, "Hold on, isn't there a £1,000 limit on the Cycle to Work scheme?". Well, the headline feature of the GCI is that it doesn't have that relatively low spending limit, which most other schemes are saddled with.
£1,000 is a lot of money, but let's face it, it doesn't go far these days when shopping for a performance bicycle.
Like other schemes, you technically hire the bike from the GCI during the repayment period (normally, you can choose to repay the discounted cost over 12, 18 or 24 months). After the bike is paid off, the GCI then loans you the bike for five years, free of charge, before officially transferring ownership to you for a nominal £1 fee.
What's more, your employer doesn't need to be signed up to the scheme for you to take advantage of it, you can apply as an individual, as long as your employer agrees.
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Spain have threatened to sue Malta after the latter suggested La Roja had doped and even drugged them during a Euro 1984 qualifier.
Needing to beat Malta by 11 goals in order to reach the 1984 European Championship finals, Spain scored as many times as they had in their entire qualifying campaign to beat the minnows 12-1.
However, AS picked up quotes from Silvio Demanuele – the scorer of Malta's only goal – who claimed the Spain players had shown signs of taking performance-enhancing substances.
Furthermore, Victor Scerri – the country's Coach at the time – went further, indicating his players 'felt unwell' after they had consumed lemons offered to them at half-time.
Responding to the declarations on its official website, the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) defended the 'absolute cleanliness' of 'one of the most important games in the national team's history.'
The RFEF also warned 'it had the right to take legal action of any kind against those who try to smear the good image of Spanish football.'
Spain went on reach the Final of Euro 1984, where they lost to a Michel Platini-inspired France 2-0.
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Juventus, who have won six consecutive championships, are defending their title. Napoli, who finished just five points back last season, lead the league this year, one point over Juventus.
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Chelsea may have lost 2-1 against Crystal Palace on Saturday, but they won when it counted, scoring a 2-1 victory over Manchester City on Wednesday.


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Hedgehogs As Pets
Keeping hedgehogs as pets may appear to be an odd hobby, but anyone who has spent any time with these animals knows what wonderful companions they make. However, there are a few things you should be aware of before bringing one of these animals into your house. As with any pet, you must make a commitment to ensure that your hedgehog has a comfortable and healthy existence.
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Breeder's Descriptions of Hedgehogs
When considering getting a pet hedgehog, it may seem similar to getting a purebred Siamese cat, as these animals come in a variety of colors, including the well-known salt and pepper pattern. When it comes to maintaining hedgehogs as pets, color isn't necessarily the most important factor, but it might be crucial if you're a breeder.
A snowflake hedgehog is what you want if you want a hedgehog that is fully or largely white but isn't an albino. Some breeders refer to their hedgehogs as "snowflakes" only if their quills are completely white, while others refer to them as "snowflakes" if their quills are mostly white. Hedgehogs' bellies and legs are usually white or gray in hue.
Hedgehogs with cinnamon quills have cream colored quills with brownish red streaks.
Champagne or apricot hedgehogs are two names for these hedgehogs. A fawn hedgehog is one that wears a mask on its face, as many hedgehogs do.
The mocha hedgehog's quills are coffee or chocolate colored and cream in color, as you might imagine. A black mask is virtually usually worn by mocha hedgehogs.
The quills of a cream hedgehog are either off-white or ivory in color. The cream hedgehog's eyes are darker than an albino's pink eyes, but they still have more red in them than the eyes of most other varieties.
The animal you're looking at is known as a smoke point or silver point hedgehog because it has a mask, dark legs, and quills that are halfway between white and pale gray.
Some hedgehogs defy classification based just on color, yet their quills have distinct patterns. These hedgehogs are adorable.
Pinto hedgehogs are a group of these hedgehogs that are occasionally grouped together.
Good Pets – and Those That Don't
Not all hedgehogs make good pets. When you consider all of the hedgehogs that exist now, the vast majority of them would make dreadful pets. Hedgehogs are currently known to exist in 14 different species around the world. Three of these species are native to North Africa and the Middle East, and are known as desert species. None of them make suitable pets, and one in particular, the Ethiopian hedgehog (also known as the Egyptian hedgehog), is a pest. Three of the four long-eared species are found in China, while the fourth is found in the Middle East. These four hedgehog species feature long ears and lengthy legs for a hedgehog. None of the four would make good pets. The three European hedgehog species are all fairly large, reaching lengths of over a foot when fully mature. While the species found in Western Europe, Scandinavia, and the British Isles can grow tame, or at least appear to be at ease around humans, they are not always easy to manage and keep as pets.
This leaves the four African hedgehog species, three of which can be kept as pets. The African pygmy hedgehog, the fourth species, is an excellent pet. The African pygmy hedgehog, which is usually found in southern Africa, can be found all throughout the continent. Almost majority hedgehogs offered in pet stores or by breeders are African Pygmies, while a White-Bellied Hedgehog native to Central Africa is occasionally seen on the market.
Where to Keep Your Hedgehog
Although a pygmy hedgehog may fit in a shoebox, it would be inhumane to keep it as a home. Hedgehogs are natural hunters who like to scurry around and can be rather busy at times. A glass aquarium-style cage is one option to explore, though you should keep it out of direct sunlight to avoid an overheated hedgehog having a fatal stroke. It's preferable to keep your pet cage in a room with good air circulation, but keep it away from drafts if possible. A wire mesh cage is preferable than glass, and while you won't find one labeled as a hedgehog cage on the market, one labeled as a baby rabbit cage will suffice. Because no hedgehog is particularly excellent at climbing, a top may not be necessary, particularly in a glass enclosure. Cleaning a wire cage with a tray is simple, especially if the tray is removable. In any case, to protect fragile feet, the enclosure should have a solid floor.
Hedgehog Nutrition 101
Hedgehogs are carnivores, which means they eat other animals. They will consume vegetables, but if they are deprived of a meat-based diet, they will not be healthy for long. As an occasional treat, vegetables or fruits such a little piece of carrot, apple, or banana can be offered, but the portion size should be kept minimal. Cottage cheese is a food that some hedgehogs enjoy. In the wild, hedgehogs consume largely insects, so crickets or mealworms would be fine. They will, however, do well on a cat food-based diet, as they are not picky eaters, but they will occasionally reject vegetables. If for no other reason than to prevent tartar from growing on your cat's teeth, dried cat food is the finest option.
Keeping Your Hedgehog Healthy
As is often the case with small animals, such as the pygmy hedgehog, symptoms of illness may not appear until it is almost too late to treat. If your hedgehog becomes really ill, finding a physician who knows what to treat can be difficult unless the veterinarian specialized in small animals or exotics. If you know someone like this, it could be a good idea to bring your pet in for an examination so the vet can get to know your pet and vice versa.
Two Hedgehogs are (Sometimes) Better Than One
Although some hedgehogs appear to appreciate having a playmate, a pet hedgehog does not require one. Hedgehogs are solitary creatures who bond with humans just as quickly, if not more easily, than they do with other hedgehogs. If you decide to keep more than one hedgehog, each one will require its own cage.
Hedgehogs Need Grooming Too
If you want to keep a hedgehog as a pet, you should be aware that these small critters require grooming just as much as a dog, if not more. 'How do you groom a creature with sharp spines?' might be the first question that comes to mind. For one thing, you socialize your pet so that it is accustomed to being handled, so you aren't trying to groom something that has chosen to resemble a sea urchin.
Hedgehogs Can Be Highly Entertaining
Hedgehogs aren't the brightest creatures on the planet, yet they can be trained to do specific tasks and have different personalities. That is to say, it can be entertaining to watch them have a good time. Hedgehogs who have been exercising on the floor have been known to climb up onto one of their owners' shoes and wait to be taken up and returned to the cage. Hedgehogs appear to enjoy navigating through mazes. They do have terrible eyesight and will occasionally collide with things, but once they find a course that works for them, they will stick to it. They appear to like racing through tunnels as well.
When Owning a Hedge May Not Be Legal
Importing African hedgehogs into the United States is no longer permitted. There are plenty of them that have been domestically bred so there is no scarcity. However, the hedgehog is still classified as an exotic animal, which is a valid categorization. Some states prohibit individuals from owning hedgehogs, while others demand a permission if you wish to keep one as a pet.


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He along with his wife Nara Bhuvaneswari and son Nara Lokesh participated in 97th birth anniversary celebrations of his father-in-law and party founder NT Rama Rao at the TDP office in Guntur.
While addressing the party leaders and workers after hoisting the party flag, Naidu asked them not to get demoralized.
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The U.S.S. Oklahoma City Association held its 2019 annual reunion in the area known as Seattle Southside. As the name indicates, the area is south of the expensiveness of Seattle itself but only a short 20-minute bus ride into the city.
The Association had discussed holding a reunion in the Seattle area for some time but was reluctant because of costs involved. However, it was not until I attended a FAM sponsored by the Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority and the Military Reunion Network that I found costs to be more reasonable in the Southside area.
Our hotel, the Doubletree Suites by Hilton, was perfect for a military reunion and hosted a complimentary buffet breakfast each morning. Its location was near the SEATAC airport and the airport shuttles were also complimentary as were destinations within a 3 miles radius. There were shopping and dining venues within walking distance and in all directions from the hotel.
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If you haven't heard about crowdacting yet, let's fix it now: it's a new solution to get people to act together, in order to make the world a better place. This week, Duurzame Week spoke to Ron van den Akker, co-founder of CollAction, the organization that started crowdacting.
A new concept
A few years ago, Ron realized that many people do have good intentions to change their behavior for the social good. Not only are we aware of the many challenges we face nowadays, but we also agree that the world needs change. However, people (including Ron himself) seemed to never get to actually doing as much as they would have liked in order to bring about the necessary change. One of the reasons, according to Ron, is that people feel like if only one person changes, that ends up representing a drop in the ocean, lacking the big impact the world needs to become better for everyone.
Made in the Netherlands
That was when crowdacting came to life in the minds of the Dutch founders of CollAction. Inspired by the concept of crowdfunding and other collective ways to act as a society and make positive impact, in 2018 they decided to use crowdacting to take on fast fashion. As a data-driven professional, Ron was very bothered by the extremely high stress that the fashion industry causes on the environment. The millions of kilograms of carbon emissions, together with the other millions of liters of water used in the textile supply chain, were numbers Ron could not just accept. Together with other volunteer partners, he went on to the then new project Slow Fashion Summer.
Know you are one of many
Crowdacting works in a very straightforward manner: no cure, no action. The process starts with the launching of a project to tackle an urgent social or environmental problem. For each project, a target number of participants is set to be achieved by a specific deadline, and everyone acts when the target is met. In case that doesn't happen, no one who has signed up is expected to act. You will be applauded if you decide to act anyway, but guess what? In the case of Slow Fashion Season, the target has been surpassed for two consecutive years!
Ron and his team began with a target of 2500 participants for Slow Fashion Summer 2018, challenging citizens around the world with the question "If 2500 people commit to not buying any new clothes for three months, will you do the same?"After achieving a much higher number of participants, they raised the target to 10000 in 2019, and ended up with 14487 action takers. For three months, that crowd committed to trading clothes, upcycling, repairing, and buying second-hand instead of buying new clothes.
The extremely positive results
Together, the group of almost 15000 people saved 450 million liters of water and 1,5 million kilograms of CO2 emissions! The impressive outcome and the interest of people worldwide originated a new, even more ambitious target, and brought about a change in the project name: Slow Fashion Season. After all, June, July and August are summer months on the Northern hemisphere, but are winter months on the Southern hemisphere. The new name made sure that both cases are equally represented.
Slow Fashion Season 2020
This year, the target is set at 25000 participants, but Ron expects another climb in the numbers and we think he is right. To take action and participate, sign up on the project website and make sure to set the dates on your calendar. You'll commit to making only conscious fashion choices from June 21st to September 21st, with a new addition to the rules due to the corona pandemic. Other than trading, upcycling, repairing, and buying second-hand, you are also allowed to buy new clothes from sustainable, local, small fashion labels. A list with the social and environmental scores of sustainable brands will soon be available on the project website, so you can make informed decisions.
Let's take collective action now! Make those numbers even higher and green up your closet.


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I don't know if this comes as news to you, but it sure did for me – the Lockdown Sleep Syndrome has now been institutionally recognised by being mentioned in the Consensus guidelines of the Indian Sleep Disorders Association and the Journal of the International Society of eHealth and Telemedicine.
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