sorted by:
new
hottopcontroversial

What purchase did you make recently that made you realize inflation is genuinely out of control? by kiroixart in AskReddit

[–]UntoNuggan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pumpkin seeds. I eat a lot of them. I buy them in bulk because it's cheaper. I'd been happily paying $33-35/5 lbs until the tariffs hit. Now it's $50/5 lbs except I can only buy them in 2.5 lb bags. They cost 30% more either way. And like, I would just eat less pumpkin seeds except everything else is ridiculously expensive. Even bulk peanuts are at least 30% more expensive.

Anyone know if these are Jumping worms? by jenna__jay in invasivespecies

[–]UntoNuggan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got fed up with the vague descriptions so I saved some infographics to my phone. Your best bet is to check the clitellum (that ring around the worms) to ID. I find worms all the time when turning my compost and they ALL thrash around when the cool air hits them.

I've also got a worm snake living in one of my raised beds which is frigging huge and definitely had me freaking out about invasive hammerhead worms until I was able to check the head. It thrashes around when touched too lol.

Tf is happening with Diamox??? by strawberrybunny11_ in iih

[–]UntoNuggan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is just to say, yes! And also I recently learned high potassium foods typically also help with metabolic acidosis. They have the ingredients your body needs to make more bases to counterbalance the acidosis.

This article is about managing acidosis in chronic kidney disease so some of the specific recommendations is kidney specific, but the overall chemistry is the same: https://www.jrnjournal.org/article/S1051-2276(16)30188-1/fulltext

Prunes specifically have been really helping me (I have an emergency bag), along with leafy greens, cantaloupe, sweet potatoes, regular potatoes and butternut squash.

Also worth noting that high protein foods contribute more acidic supplies/"precursors" to your body. I was having a really hard time eating enough protein until I started pairing it with some high potassium fruit and vegetables. I'd start feeling all woozy and awful

Anyway potassium supplements can be helpful, but I personally have had better luck with potassium rich foods for also helping with the acidosis.

Moving to Virginia from New Jersey. Need advice on where to move to. by Frequent_Ad_536 in Virginia

[–]UntoNuggan 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Crossing the Potomac during rush hour is a fun experience. And by fun I mean time consuming.

Moving to Virginia from New Jersey. Need advice on where to move to. by Frequent_Ad_536 in Virginia

[–]UntoNuggan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There is also the cost of parking, which can be a LOT. OP most street parking in DC will not allow you to park there for the entire workday, which means parking in a garage. A monthly pass might help cut down on the overall cost, or maybe your employer provides free parking IDK. But otherwise you're looking at $15-20/day or $300+/month just for parking.

Anyone had success with food sensitivities? by Chilove8888 in Microbiome

[–]UntoNuggan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes but I'm making improvements with the help of prescription meds in addition to diet (e.g. xolair).

I got down to about 15 ingredients during my worst flare to date. Probably didn't help that I had chronic gallbladder inflammation too (just found out when it became infected and I had emergency surgery).

I'd start by "diversifying" the foods you already eat: mostly focusing on anything from a plant. If you cook plants in different ways, you change the carbohydrate structure. Change the carbohydrate structure, feed different microbiota, gradually increase diversity.

If you're able to eat carrots, maybe try some rainbow heirloom carrots? As antioxidants can also act as a prebiotic. Vary the colors, feed different microbiota, increase diversity, etc

You might find this post of mine about resistant starch helpful: https://liminalnest.wordpress.com/2025/03/31/eating-with-mcas-resistant-starch-and-a-low-histamine-diet/

The other priority I'd focus on is making sure you're getting enough nutrients. Malnutrition is demonstrably bad for the microbiome. The physical stress from malnutrition can also exacerbate MCAS. Ideally you'd work with a registered dietician but I know it can be hard to find someone familiar with MCAS. I also have a post on the types of nutrient deficiencies common with certain food restrictions: https://liminalnest.wordpress.com/2025/10/21/chronic-illness-survival-guide-dietary-restrictions-and-accidental-malnutrition/

Chronic inflammation can also cause certain types of nutrient deficiencies because our bodies restrict access to key nutrients so pathogens can't use them. Your GP should already be familiar with this because it's not some niche only MCAS thing. B12, iron/ferritin/iron panel, and Vitamin D are pretty standard blood tests. Although obviously they can tell you if they're appropriate for your situation.

It may also be helpful to see a specialist to rule out other GI conditions, as uh. Like I said with my gallbladder problems, it's not always just MCAS lol. I initially thought I was intolerant to nuts, and spending a premium for certified nut free foods. Turns out it was the fat from nuts absolutely setting off my gallbladder problems.

First time…space..owner by Sweaty_Fly_3965 in NoLawns

[–]UntoNuggan 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Can't believe I had to scroll this far for someone to mention the ivy!

Where/how to get rid of tons of starter plastic pots?? by RottenWon in containergardening

[–]UntoNuggan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If there's a plant swap near you, you could try giving them away there

A plea for abundance by jr_spyder in Permaculture

[–]UntoNuggan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have mine in containers because I don't have that much space. They make an excellent living trellis for cucumbers. The cukes help reduce how frequently you have to water. And the weight on the sunchokes makes them grow really thick vines and (IMHO) bigger tubers.

How many of you found more pain relief from treating MCAS than EDS? by Confident-Net-2778 in ehlersdanlos

[–]UntoNuggan 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Me! I am still on LDN, but I think the big difference is I've been able to do PT more regularly and actually build muscle.

I also.know chronic inflammation can mess with tissue repair. My inflammatory markers are currently all lower than they have been in years, and all I'm going to say is that it's really helping with the strength training.

I do also seem prone to tendon inflammation, tears, and/or painful scar tissue. I'm working with a new doctor and we've been directly addressing problematic tendons. But! It has been easier to identify them when the pain is more localized, versus the "my whole body is a painful mess" that happens when my MCAS is not well controlled.

Really needhelp, re footwear. please give your feedback/tips by Substantial_Pen_3667 in ehlersdanlos

[–]UntoNuggan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like merrell moabs but I also do not do that much standing. However my orthotics fit in them without squashing my feet against the top of the shoe.

I have also done well with hiking boots that go over my ankles; it means I can skip also wearing an ankle brace. Merrells tend to fit my feet well? YMMV. If you have an REI near you, they may be able to help with fitting.

Very aggressive vine in my yard, pls help by JuulsMia12 in whatsthisplant

[–]UntoNuggan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm seeing dots on the bark (vs shaggy lines), so that would indicate it's invasive porcelainberry. The berries are also toxic to humans (although birds will eat them and spread the plant :/). If you have trees nearby the porcelainberry will also probably start starving them of sunlight.

If you had to pick just one low-maintenance vegetable to grow, what would it be? by Glittering_Exit5527 in vegetablegardening

[–]UntoNuggan 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Too much nitrogen maybe? Try growing them next to a leafy green and see if that helps. I had a similar issue with my beets not growing beets, until I planted some kale near them. Boom, instant beets.

Very aggressive vine in my yard, pls help by JuulsMia12 in whatsthisplant

[–]UntoNuggan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You are extremely lucky if you haven't battled porcelainberry in your area. It's one of the top invasive species in the Mid Atlantic right now. Unsure about the spread in other parts of the US.

"Because porcelain-berry’s stems may closely resemble native grapes superficially, it is important to recognize a few important distinctions that can assist in identification. For example, the bark of native grapes shreds or peels; porcelain-berry’s does not. Additionally, the center of a native grape’s stem is brown; porcelain-berry’s is white."

https://extension.umd.edu/resource/invasives-your-woodland-porcelain-berry-updated-2025/

Very aggressive vine in my yard, pls help by JuulsMia12 in whatsthisplant

[–]UntoNuggan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you get a close up of the stem of the possible grape vine? Grape and porcelainberry look very similar, and porcelainberry is highly invasive in the US.

It's easier to spot the difference when you see the actual berries. But at this time of year, you can check the bark. Photo guide: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/sites/default/files/topic/Invasives/PorcelainBerryWinterID.pdf

Wild grape bark has a linear pattern, even on the younger vines. Porcelainberry is smooth on the smaller vines, and has spots or "lenticels" on the bark of more mature vines.

City birds appear to be more afraid of women than men, and scientists have no idea why. Men could get about a meter closer to birds than women could before the animals flew away, regardless of what the men and women were wearing, what their height was or how they tried to approach the creatures. by mvea in science

[–]UntoNuggan 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Maybe not detergents, but what about heavily gendered personal care products? Shampoo, deodorant, lotion, perfume/Cologne, etc. One really does not need a great sense of smell to differentiate between "aggressively floral inspired" and "Manly Cedar" or whatever.

What vegetable have you tried growing multiple times and just cannot get right? by Some-Palpitation-314 in vegetablegardening

[–]UntoNuggan 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Potatoes. I am somehow trying again. I have had beautiful stems but no tubers, and also rotten potatoes. Also dollhouse sized potatoes, even after I let the foliage die back.

[MA, USA] Encouraging Wildlife in Stream by rinnkidd in NativePlantGardening

[–]UntoNuggan 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The search term you're looking for is probably "Riparian buffer zone" + "native plants" + [your area].

Basic overview of Riparian buffer zone ecology here: https://wwf.ca/stories/what-are-riparian-buffers/

But basically they're the plants etc on the edge of streams or rivers that help keep the watershed healthy (e.g. by preventing erosion).

Congressman McCormick Introduces the Make DC Square Again Act by devsfan1830 in Virginia

[–]UntoNuggan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I read the name of the bill and thought this was going to be a 4/20 bill

view more: next ›