"Nightmares"—look, most of what you guys are describing happens when the brain and the body just don't wake up in sync. Basically, the brain kicks into gear before the rest of the body does, and then it starts frantically trying to make sense of the chaos...
I’m an avid runner and triathlete. For years now, I’ve been preaching the gospel of a healthy lifestyle, constantly telling anyone who will listen that running, jogging, or cycling is the ultimate cure-all for most modern ailments... blah, blah, blah...
Then today, I stumble upon some doctor’s opinion in a reply to a patient—doesn't really matter what the specific question was...
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People just attribute magical powers to sports, when in reality, it wears the body down. Tell me, which athlete has ever been filmed living into old age? All I see are shepherds who spent their lives walking steadily behind their sheep and drinking kefir. Heroic athletes tend to die young or in middle age. There is such a thing as a biological clock, and if you constantly wind it forward, it reaches its end sooner. This idolization of sports stems from Hitler and the communists; people should start asking themselves if this obsession is actually healthy for the individual, just as it was supposedly "healthy" for the race or the working class.
Something happened to me recently that I honestly thought only occurred in those mindless American sitcoms—something you'd assume a rational adult could never experience. I was at my desk eating an orange. It’s incredibly frustrating when you bite into a segment and juice sprays everywhere, and since I had two segments stuck together—thanks, GMOs—I just shoved the whole mess into my mouth to finish chewing quickly because I wanted to say something to a colleague who was heading out. A large chunk got lodged in my throat. I felt this pulsing sensation... initially, I figured it was just a massive piece struggling to pass through my esophagus, but after a few seconds, I realized nothing was moving down. Then I tried to take a breath and realized I couldn't. 😱 Panic set in immediately, especially as my vision started to go dark. About 15 to 20 seconds had already passed. My colleague, who had actually stepped out because he thought I'd be fine despite seeing me choke, was standing just behind the half-closed door and rushed back toward me. In that moment, through sheer instinct, I managed to cough up that piece 😲
At first, I didn't think much of it. Then I did some research and discovered that choking on food is actually the 6th leading cause of accidental death in the US. 😲 Generally, if a blockage isn't cleared within 30 seconds, unconsciousness sets in. If there isn't someone nearby capable of performing the Heimlich maneuver on an unconscious victim (which is done in a supine position), death follows. It hit me then: I have never been closer to death. And I've seen plenty of combat zones in the Middle East, I've been driving for over 20 years, and I've flown countless times... I am writing this as a warning. Watch yourselves. This doesn't just happen to "other people." Chew carefully, swallow properly, and for heaven's sake, don't talk while you eat. Most importantly, learn the Heimlich maneuver (you can even perform it on yourself). It truly saves lives that would otherwise be lost to something incredibly banal. 🙏
Lisa Martin50 said:On another note, I was watching this documentary the other day about that crazy woman traveling through Eastern Europe. They actually mentioned those flat-style toilets—you know, the ones manufactured by German companies. Those flat shellfish are basically used for stool inspections, just so a guy can get a clear look at his digestion. 🙂
That’s what you call a shallow toilet bowl, and companies like Kohler have been churning them out forever. When I was a kid, those exact models were standard in every apartment—for the very reasons you mentioned. Nowadays, those deeper ones are mostly reserved for public restrooms or hotels.
By the way, a "loose cannon" is... Michael PalinThe legendary Monty Python fan is a total legend. His travelogues are absolutely phenomenal—I'm obsessed.
Look at how this thread has exploded... It's a shame the OP stopped posting; I wanted to see if those tips actually worked for anyone. Maybe they got spooked because we all started laughing, though honestly, there’s nothing funny about it. Dealing with bowel movements is a vital part of daily life, yet everyone acts like it's a taboo subject. I suggest the moderators rename this thread to The Big Relief - tips, tricks and support
Activated charcoal stops diarrhea by using its massive surface area to bind harmful toxins within the digestive tract. It’s a particularly great option because it's completely safe and non-toxic; since it isn't absorbed by the body, it simply passes through along with the impurities it's trapped. This makes it perfectly fine for children and pregnant women to use without any worry.
Carol Brooks41 said:Look, if you're buying a toilet, you really ought to test it out first just to make sure the seat actually lines up with your anatomy. It's common sense, really.
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Maybe everyone is overreacting. It looks ridiculous at first glance, sure. But the guy was dead serious when he asked, so I gave him a solution... now look what happened. 🤷
Does anyone know which software works best for designing a tri-fold brochure? Does anyone have recommendations? You know, the kind where you print on standard letter paper and fold it into thirds to make it look like a professional pamphlet...
Don't take my word for it; I'm just repeating what I heard from a buddy at Ford. I’m hardly an expert... I just wanted to chime in since it looked like you were being left on read...
rustyowl52 said:...I honestly don't get people who function on just 7 or 8 hours of sleep🙏—or even less. They're like little birds, waking up at the crack of dawn. All they need is to start chirping...
Seriously?😲 I consider myself lucky if I squeeze in 6 hours. Usually, I'm lucky to hit 4 or 5. Meanwhile, my wife sleeps 10 to 12 hours a day and still acts exhausted...
P.S. When she isn't sleeping, she's just sprawled out on the couch watching TV...😠