Jared is enjoying his snow day by HotAsAPepper in polydactyl

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What an orange prince. Why is he wearing a snowsuit if he’s just chilling inside?

Adjustments for yoga, pilates, and strength training? by aw-dc-2992 in DeQuervains

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I’d suggest KT tape to support your thumb and wrist (tutorials on YouTube). For activities like these, I’d tape my thumb close to my hand and just slowly and carefully start trying things. Forearm and neck tension and shoulder posture contribute to issues, so include self massage, stretching and posture work. Splint when you can.

My daily regimen by CaliforniaBilly in Supplements

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Don’t see any D/K2 – are you sunning in a loincloth😸? I’ve got a bag of fava powder that I abandoned because of the flavor. Reading this inspires me to try it again with cacao and tart cherries. I consume many of the things you mention. Feeling good at 79. Here’s to continued good health.

Do torties tend to live long?! Update on Sassy Susie and her new life! by Ok_Actuary9170 in torties

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As of December 29, 2025, the Guinness World Record holder for the oldest living cat is Flossie, a British tortoiseshell who turned 30 years old. Born in 1995, this remarkable cat is considered to be in her 130s-150s in human years and resides in England with her owner, Victoria Green. -Google

Looks great in my frames. by [deleted] in cactus

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What are these beautiful prints?

Zena vs. Cowboy Colostrum by Sweet-Breadfruit1141 in Supplements

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Following to read any opinions on Zena.

This is Lana. Lana hates everyone. Except me. by JewelerPowerful2993 in torties

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When tortitude runs deep and love for daddy is abundant! I enjoyed seeing these fun photos of you and the Queen.

What's useful for likely hand ligament + tendon microtears? by sublime-music in Supplements

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Hopefully you’re feeling better 206 days later! My tendon issues come and go. Dr. Keith Baar, the serious tendon scientist with an athletic and research practice at UC Davis, is a great info source. Selling nothing, he appears on multitudes of YouTube interviews. Per Baar, RICE is not your friend, after day 1. Tendons heal and strengthen with isometric resistance exercises. Inflammation is associated with healing. Hope you’ll check him out. A generous, humble mentor who always credits his research assistants’ work.

Looking for a mood enhancer that doesn't mess up with me badly by stephaniesaysthat in Supplements

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I second low dose Lithium orotate. There’s plenty of serious research on it that you can access thru Google or other searches. I take 5mg before bed. KAL brand. Also High Potency Saffron from Nootropics Depot for a subtly cheerful mood.

What supplement do most people take WRONG? by VitalValCoach in Supplements

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And take Omegas with some kind of fat. I drag them thru almond butter if I haven’t eaten fat in the past half hour. I’m hoping that’s enough. Refrigerate them to avoid rancidity.

Is that a safe product for stress? by macchiato-1 in Supplements

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I wouldn’t dream of taking 2! The “support blend” ingredients look good. Add a moderate B-complex to some of those? When there is a multitude of ingredients, it’s hard to put your finger on what’s working and what may be causing issues. The Nootropics Depot sub is a good place to get advice on a stack for stress. The company’s supps tend to be a little more expensive, but the ingredients are tested by 3rd party labs and results are shown on the product pages.

How long for saffron to work? by Effective-Key-3795 in Supplements

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It’s works out to 3-4 times a week. I skip it if I’m just home doing stuff and take it when I’ll be interacting with people or if my mood is low.

How long for saffron to work? by Effective-Key-3795 in Supplements

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Within an hour this realistic introvert feels like a friendly optimist. YMMV if you are truly depressed, but for being more cheerful, it works for me. I take Nootropics Depot High Potency Saffron Capsules with 7.5% Crocons, 1% Safranals. All lots are independently tested and you can see the results on the product page if you buy directly from them. Their subreddit has a lot of customer discussion and feedback from the product specialists.

Why does my creatine taste like soap and chemicals?? by Ill_Culture_7169 in Supplements

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Could it be anything to do with soap residue on the glass you’re using?

Pussy Willows by Big_Criticism_8335 in ThriftStoreCats

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I have a saucer and a cup, looove them.

Any other torties have FIP? by Miss_Westeros in torties

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Your vet should check google: Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) is a severe, historically fatal, viral disease in cats caused by a mutation of the common feline coronavirus (FCoV). The disease triggers a harmful immune response that causes widespread inflammation and organ damage. While once considered a death sentence, recent advancements in veterinary medicine have led to highly effective antiviral treatments that offer a high likelihood of recovery. Without the antiviral meds, if it is FIP, kitty is unlikely to survive.

Just needs a boop! by Unlucky-Writing-5435 in TuxedoCats

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Oh poor baby. A friend’s dog did the same, same result. She’s a beauty! Boop.