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Oppy to launch hydroponic strawberry product in December
Oppy, under the Ocean Spray license, will launch the first-ever specialty berry pack in the Happy Berry label mid-December.
The hydroponic tabletop strawberry concept was developed by New Wave Berry, LLC which is a joint venture formed by Oppy, agricultural investment firm Farmers Gate and family-owned agribusiness Red Dog Management, who is growing the crop in Santa Maria, California.
The newly-constructed high tunnel facility grows protected strawberries on tables raised to chest height, making labor more ergonomically friendly for those planting, tending and harvesting the berries.
Growing hydroponically also requires fewer inputs than field grown strawberries — because they are elevated, the ground beneath them does not require the intense fumigation between planting cycles typically applied in traditional production.
Berries receive just the right nutrition, at just the right time while dramatically reducing water use, and greenhouse efficiencies enable all of those benefits for year-round production.
“Berry consumption continues to rise, outpacing the growth of other fruit items,” said Oppy Vice President of Categories and Strategy Jason Fung.
“While we’re very encouraged to see this, macro level trends facing the industry like land availability, labor, water, sustainability and beyond continue to raise challenges. We seek to do better, and this new way of growing is really going to change things — we believe it represents the future of strawberry growing.”
That future relying heavily on sustainability, Fung noted, sharing that a recent study undertaken by Measure to Improve revealed that the equipment and materials used in the production of a pound of Happy Berry strawberries entails 20% less plastic than field grown strawberries.
With water challenges for agriculture throughout the world, especially in California, tabletop berries are grown in seamless troughs with a precise irrigation system that safeguards water reclamation and optimization.
“Even with all the benefits of hydroponic strawberries, we know it can be difficult to introduce something new that consumers aren’t typically familiar with,” shared Fung.
“Trust goes a long way to motivate a purchase decision, which is why the licensing of Ocean Spray’s logo helps encourage consumers to pick up a new item. Happy Berry was the perfect fit for this pack, building a memorable, positive and inviting brand around Ocean Spray’s already established positioning.”
Bringing field berries to the market for several years with Oppy, owners of Red Dog Management Greg and Donna France said, “It’s been a really exciting project to get off the ground, we’ve had great support from our team and from the industry. We’re thrilled to be working with Oppy to differentiate a mature category and add value for customers and consumers.”
The Frances also noted that there has been remarkable interest from domestic workers to be a part of this new line, considering labor is less arduous for those tending to the tables.


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Everyone needs a ratchet division in their iTunes library to achieve balance in life. Without one, you’ll never genuinely be happy or stress-free, ever. Some refuse to indulge in ratchetness, which is cool, but they’ll never flourish like those of us with these ratchet gems on work commute, pre-club and “gym flow” playlists.
Here are the year’s best ratchet anthems. TURN UP.
French Montana Feat. Rick Ross, Lil’ Wayne & Drake “Pop That” –
Chelly-O has twerked to this in the White House before. If your mama heard it, she would twerk too. No twerk anthem other than Waka’s “Round of Applause” & “No Hands” makes women p-pop for their salvation like “Pop That”—one of three songs that activate every woman’s inner-hoodrat.
Future “My Ho 2” –
All the hoodrats stack their Citi Trends heels in the corner and scatter to the dance floor like roaches in light when this drops in clubs. It’s sooooooooo catchy yet sooooooooo surreally-ratchet.
Juicy J Feat. 2 Chainz & Lil’ Wayne “Bandz A Make Her Dance (Remix)” –
Incredibly-ignorant and misogynistic yet gloriously-ratchet and uplifting, “Bandz” is like Maya Angelou’s “Phenomenal Woman” performed by Juicy J, but not really. If anything, he should win a Nobel Prize (or some type of certificate or medal) for encouraging the funding of exotic dancer tuition.
Chief Keef Feat. Lil’ Reese “I Don’t Like (Original)” –
So raw, unwashed and filled with rage, Chief Keef (who always looks like a filthy bath tub ring with dreads) spoke for his entire lost generation over undeniable production on this street single. His debut album “Finally
Washed Rich” drops December 18.
2 Chainz Feat. T.I. “
Spend It Spennit (Remix)” –
Hearing an entire club chant “IT’S MINES. I SPENNIT” in unison is everything we love about American capitalism. God bless 2 Chainz.
Mykko Montana “Do It” –
Hoodrats cut from glittery Charlotte Russe dress fabrics go INSANE when this drops in clubs or when they’re just dancing in the Rainbow parking lot like true hoodrats. This hook…Top 5 of 2012.
Rocko Feat. Gucci Mane & Plies “Mouf” –
It’s everything a song titled “Mouf” should be. “Mouf” chanted in background during hook? Check. Double, triple, quadruple entendres? Check. Twerkable beat? Check. Plies being Plies? Check.
Yo Gotti Feat. Young Jeezy & T.I. “I Got Dat Sack (Remix)” –
If you listen closely, you can hear Cigarillo packs being opened & fresh weave glue being applied to tracks in the background of this addictive hood anthem. It’s perfectly-ratchet.
“All Gold Everything” “The Turn Up” –
Sometimes, it seems like Trinidad Jame$ is a social experiment to prove anyone on Earth can be a rapper. And if he is, it’s the greatest social experiment ever.
Tie: Cash Out “Cashin Out” & Gucci Mane Feat. Rocko & T.I. “Plain Jane” –
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Belgrade, Serbia, March 16, 2021—IFC is launching a digital platform that will increase connections between firms in the Western Balkans and regional and global value chains, part of IFC's efforts to create jobs and support the region's economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Implemented in partnership with the Swiss Secretariat for Economic Affairs SECO, the initiative is part of an IFC advisory program in Serbia, Kosovo, and North Macedonia that is expected to facilitate $45 million in financing for manufacturing firms. This also includes $5 million in foreign direct investments and support to increase higher valued added jobs. COVID-19 has put pressure on manufacturers across the Western Balkans and the program is designed to create new opportunities for firms, speeding the recovery from the pandemic.
"Today, manufacturing is the second-largest employing sector in all Southeast European countries and the third-largest contributor to gross domestic product. It is estimated that light manufacturing provides jobs for 200,000 people in Serbia alone, and over 70 percent of this employment is generated by small and medium enterprises (SMEs)," said Liliana de Sá Kirchknopf, Head of SECO's Private Sector Development Division. "By promoting the economic integration of the Western Balkans' manufacturing sector both within the region and with global value chains, SECO aims to contribute to the creation of more and better jobs for local workers and increased sales revenue for SMEs."
Manufacturers from the Western Balkans have been attempting to enter global supply chains for the last decade, but not all have the capacity and skills to forge connections with international firms. This new digital platform linking manufacturers to investors, buyers, and suppliers is being developed together with United Kingdom-based Achilles, a global supplier of sourcing platforms. The program will focus on domestic manufacturers in a variety of sectors, including automotive, industrial machinery, agricultural machinery, and light manufacturing.
"As we exit the COVID-19 crisis, the Western Balkans have an opportunity to attract fresh private investment, create skilled jobs, and raise incomes," said Ary Naïm, IFC Regional Manager for Central and Southeast Europe. '' With this Program we aim to connect small and medium enterprises from the region with global and regional value chains, helping them improve competitiveness and grow faster."
IFC—a member of the World Bank Group—is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2020, we invested $22 billion in private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.
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- "Shadow and Bone" star Ben Barnes said he doesn't want his next role to be a villain.
- In his last three major TV series roles, Barnes played "manipulative, rageful" characters.
- He told Polygon that he just wants to be in a "nice rom-com" next.
"Shadow and Bone" star Ben Barnes said that he is now focused on finding a nice rom-com role after playing multiple villains and "douchey characters."
While Barnes started off his career playing heroes and starring in lighter movies and TV series, in recent years he has played villains in series such as "Westworld," "The Punisher," and his latest show "Shadow and Bone."
The second season of the Netflix fantasy series, which premieres Thursday, stars Barnes as the Darkling, a morally-gray man who is willing to destroy the world in order to protect his people.
In a recent interview with Polygon, Barnes said he is unsure why he keeps being cast as a villain.
"I keep asking my agents, 'I just want to do a rom-com,'" the 41-year-old actor said. "And then they're like, 'Haven't got a rom-com, but found this psychopath who's killing a lot of young people.'"
Barnes has starred in comedies before, such as 2008's "Easy Virtue" and 2013's "The Big Wedding," and romantic dramas such as 2014's "Jackie and Ryan."
But "The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian" actor added that a lot of his characters are "these sorts of manipulative, rageful, venomous… or just kind of douchey characters."
Barnes said that he tries to find depth in all his characters and pointed out that the villains he plays do have similarities, despite appearing in different genres.
"Who you are as a person will always seep through in the tiniest ways," Barnes said. "They're all very broken in their own ways. None of the characters I've played have very good relationships with their parents. Even though it's a fantastical universe with magic and nonsense, you can really kind of dig down and try to believe in the broken truth of any character, even if they're the antagonist. Even if they're not the one you're rooting for."
Barnes added: "But it would be nice to play someone you're rooting for next, to be honest."
His "Shadow and Bone" star costar Jessie Mei Li, who was also participating in the interview, interjected: "A nice rom-com in a nice cardigan."
Barnes agreed, saying: "A nice rom-com in a nice cardie."
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Singaporean Mandopop singer-songwriter JJ Lin has announced several key details for his upcoming concerts in Malaysia, Singapore and Taiwan as part of his ‘JJ Lin JJ20 World Tour’.
Per an Instagram announcement, Lin will kick off his world tour in Singapore’s National Stadium for a two-night stint on November 4 and 5. He then heads to Rakuten Taoyuan Baseball Stadium in Taoyuan City, Taiwan on December 3 before holding a concert in Malaysia’s Bukit Jalil Nation Stadium on December 3.
Lin also said in his Instagram post announcing the dates that his North America, Europe and Australia concerts will be announced soon, with the tour dates to be set sometime in 2023.
Ticketing details for the newly announced ‘JJ Lin JJ20 World Tour’ concerts have yet to be released.
The world tour is slated to be a celebration of Lin’s 20-year career thus far, and will include some of the Mandopop star’s most popular hits. Lin is tipped to bring out favourites spanning his discography, from his 2003 debut album ‘Music Voyager’ to his most recent album, ‘Drifter / Like You Do’.
Lin last toured the world during his ‘Sanctuary World Tour’, which started in 2018. In November last year, he performed a two-day concert at Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands for charity, with proceeds being donated to The Community Chest of Singapore.
Lin had also released the single ‘After The Rain’ for the benefit concert, which was titled the same. In a press statement, he shared that he hoped to “share a message of positivity” through the concert, noting that “Covid-19 has had a significant impact on many people, both physically and mentally.”
Last year, Lin also collaborated with fellow Singaporean singer-songwriter Gentle Bones on the single ‘At Least I Had You’. The duo were announced as Singapore’s top-streamed local artists on Spotify in 2021 just after the release of ‘At Least I Had You’, with Lin taking the top spot while Gentle Bones ranked second.
‘JJ Lin JJ20 World Tour’ dates so far:
November 4 – National Stadium, Singapore
November 5 – National Stadium, Singapore
December 3 – Rakuten Taoyuan Baseball Stadium, Taoyuan City, Taiwan
December 18 – Bukit Jalil National Stadium, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Once again, the WHO is expecting to delay the vote affecting the scheduling of THC and CBD. At a time where CBD across the EU is under fire, a firm position from the WHO would be welcomed by the industry. However, countries have welcomed the expected postponement of the vote until December. This will be the second time the agency has pushed back a vote.
- This week, the UK eased import restrictions for medical cannabis. Most cannabis products in the UK have been imported from international suppliers on a per prescription basis. This has created lead times of two months for products to reach UK patients because of burdensome regulations applied by the UK and exporting nations. The changes will allow companies to import and store larger quantities of medical cannabis products, and patients to access treatment in days rather than months. This is one of several initiatives the UK government has implemented to allow for better patient access.
- A publication, titled Psychedelics, but not ketamine, has shown the persistent antidepressant-like effects in a rodent experimental system for the study of depression. This is the first direct preclinical comparison of the antidepressant efficacy of psychedelics and ketamine. The research revealed that both psilocybin and lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) significantly reduce depressive-like behaviors five weeks after a single administration, while only the lowest dose of ketamine evaluated was efficacious in decreasing depressive-like behaviors. In the same week, the first psychedelic company listed on the NEO Exchange, making the first company in the psychedelic industry to go public. Psychedelic startups will start to emerge as cannabis companies did in Canada over the past decade. Psychedelic companies will face stigma challenges like cannabis companies did/do - research is key to ensure doctors are comfortable prescribing these treatments.
- Within Germany and the European Union, there are still many open questions regarding the status of products with hemp active ingredient CBD. The Federal Office for Consumer Protection and Food Safety in Germany tried to assign all CBD products to the Novel Food Regulation as other countries across the EU have done. The CBD consumer health and wellness space is growing rapidly, as such appropriate regulations should be in place to ensure consumers are protected against false marketing and low-quality products.
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- Expected delay in vote on WHO cannabis scheduling recommendations spur US official to express ‘regret’ over decision
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Renting a Car in Mexico can be a bit of a pain since insurance tends to be added on after and not in the most honest of way. I always recommend renting with small locally owned car rental companies rather than the big international chains.
My personal favorite car rental company in Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo is Cactus Rent a car.
With a car, you can drive to all of the smaller towns that are usually inaccessible by bus or other public transportation. Which, in Baja, is most places.
Tips for Driving in Baja for Day Trips from Cabo San Lucas
I have a huge article all about driving in Mexico which you can read here.
However, there should be some special attention given to driving in Baja.
Baja is unlike pretty much anywhere else in Mexico. Most of the state, but Los Cabos in particular, has been designed especially for tourism.
This means you will have zero problems driving around to any of these destinations. There won’t be rogue police that will pull you over and charge you a “fine” (bribe) like in other parts of the country.
There is only one toll road. That is the road from the airport to Cabo San Lucas. Other than that (and there is a safe and free alternative to that toll road available), you will not see any other toll roads on your travels around Baja California Sur.
The two main things you need to know about driving in Baja are that the roads aren’t great and there are cows everywhere.
The highways and main roads around Baja are excellent. The ones that will get you between major destinations like Todos Santos, San Jose del Cabo, La Paz and the towns in between are in excellent condition and well sign-posted.
However, when you turn off of these roads to go to the towns, most of them are not properly paved. However, you don’t necessarily need a four-wheel drive unless you plan to head away from the beaten path.
All of the places listed below can be accessed with a normal compact-sized rental car. In all the time I have traveled around Baja, I have never used a four-wheel-drive vehicle.
As for the cows. Well, Baja California Sur has open grazing laws. This means that farmers can take their cattle anywhere to graze. Usually, that’s to large fields if there are any at the time of year. However, often, that means along the highway.
Never drive at night in Baja. There are no lights on most of the highways. You will never see the cows in time.
The Best Day Trips from Cabo San Lucas
These are the absolute best Cabo San Lucas day trips. Some of them are less than 30 minutes away, others take up to two hours each way.
For me, if I can get up early and get somewhere before my morning coffee wears off (about 2.5 hours), spend a good day there and then get home before dark, then I class it as a day trip.
Beneath the list of the best day trips from Cabo San Lucas, I’ve added a few more spots that are slightly further away. If you are planning to spend more than a week in Cabo San Lucas, I highly recommend expanding your horizons and spending time in some other parts of the state.
You can grab a copy of my Baja California Sur Guidebook to learn more about all of the best travel options available in Baja California Sur.
1. San Jose del Cabo
The first and closest option for day trips from Cabo San Lucas is over to San Jose del Cabo.
The two cities are about 30 minutes away from each other. The airport for Los Cabos is actually in San Jose del Cabo, so you will go through it to get to Cabo San Lucas.
San Jose del Cabo is one of my favorite places in Mexico. I spent three months living here I loved it so much (I was only planning to stay for one!).
If you are still trying to decide about your trip to Cabo San Lucas, you may want to have a read of this article which compares the two towns for those that aren’t sure which to choose.
If you don’t rent a car, you can still easily get to this gorgeous little town and explore by taking the Ruta del Desierto bus from downtown Cabo San Lucas. It costs 38 Pesos each way (just under $2 USD).
Alternatively, you can take a taxi which can cost up to $35 USD.
2. Cabo Este
Just past San Jose del Cabo is Cabo Este or the East Cape.
Cabo Este is like Cabo San Lucas was about 30 years ago. The road isn’t properly paved but is still easy enough to navigate.
These are popular spots to visit along the east cape that are an easy day trip from Cabo San Lucas.
- East Cape Beach (and Buzzards Bar & Grill)
- Playa Zacatitos (and Zac’s Bar & Grill for live music)
- Shipwrecks Beach
- La Fortuna
Just be warned: do not use Google maps to navigate to the East Cape. Use the app Waze. This is far more accurate in Mexico than Google Maps. It will take you the best route.
3. Cabo Pulmo
Cabo Pulmo is one of the most magical underwater words in Mexico.
If you enjoy diving or snorkeling, you cannot miss this day trip from Cabo San Lucas.
It takes just over two hours to get to Cabo Pulmo from Cabo San Lucas. You’ll want to drive through San Jose del Cabo and then up like you are going to La Paz. About an hour after you go through San Jose del Cabo, you’ll turn off onto the East Cape Highway towards La Ribera. From here, follow signs to Cabo Pulmo.
This route is much faster than following the East Cape Road from the south because from La Ribera the road is paved almost all the way to Cabo Pulmo.
If you have the time, I highly recommend spending the night in Cabo Pulmo so that you can wake up early and get onto a boat out onto the water first thing in the morning. This is when the water is calmest. However, if you only have one day, just be sure to book your tour for the early afternoon.
I have a video all about my experience in Cabo Pulmo and the amazing boat tour company we used. You can watch that video here.
The snorkeling company I used in Cabo Pulmo was Cabo Pulmo Adventures (they also go by the name East Cape Adventures). Contact them through their website, email them at email@example.com, or contact them via WhatsApp at +52 624117 4257
4. Fox Canyon
Cañon de la Zorra or Fox Canyon is the best outdoor adventure you can have in the area. It’s probably my favorite easy day trip from Cabo San Lucas.
It’s only about an hour away from Cabo San Lucas (even closer to San Jose del Cabo). You will need a car to get here if you want to go it alone. There are no buses to Fox Canyon.
Alternatively, you can book a tour like this one. The tour will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel. It includes lunch along the way in a local historical town. This is a great option for hiking and enjoying a swim in the waterfall at the canyon, too. Book the fox canyon tour here.
However, you don’t need to take a tour if you have your own vehicle. Again, I recommend using Waze to navigate your way here. There are signs that will point you to Rancho Ecologico Sol de Mayo.
I have made a whole video about our experience visiting Fox Canyon that you can watch here.
First, you may want to stop in the town that you pass through on the way to the canyon, Santiago. If you are at all interested in the mission churches, this town was one of the first towns in the area to have a mission church.
On your way back, be sure to stop in Miraflores for these insanely delicious lobster tacos.
5. Todos Santos
Todos Santos isn’t a secret anymore.
This little town along the Pacific coast of Baja California Sur has quickly become one of the chicest places to vacation (and move to).
You’ll find boutique hotels, high-end restaurants, and artisan shops selling homemade soaps and handmade clothing.
The funny thing is, you would never guess it when you arrive. Besides Highway 19 that winds its way from Cabo San Lucas to La Paz, most of the other roads in town aren’t even paved.
The town has some of the best local seafood restaurants in all of Baja California Sur and they also happen to be some of the most affordable.
I have written a complete guide to Todos Santos here. It includes the best hotels, all the best things to do while you’re there, my favorite hikes, and most importantly, the best restaurants to enjoy while you’re there.
6. Los Barriles
The Todos Santos of the east side of Baja. Los Barriles is perhaps less chic, but equally desirable. This is one of the most popular towns in Baja for expats to move to.
It is a fantastic place for kitesurfers and windsurfers. It is still relatively affordable when compared to other towns in Baja California Sur. When it’s not the windy season (the winter months), it has one of the most beautiful beaches to swim in thanks to the turquoise waters of the Gulf of California.
Personally, I love Los Barriles for all of the restaurants. This tiny town has 80 eateries! You’ll get everything from delicious fish tacos (and shrimp and clam tacos, too!) to excellent pizza and a seriously good burger.
I give extensive details about where to stay, where to eat, and what to do in Los Barriles in my Baja California Sur Guidebook.
7. El Triunfo
Made famous (again) by a bakery.
El Triunfo made the map back in the 18th century as the biggest mining town in this region of the state. In fact, it was the first place in Baja to get electricity.
During its peak in the late 19th century, El Triunfo was the biggest town in Baja California Sur with over 10,000 residents. It now has fewer than 500.
However, things are picking back up for this little historical town. You can now explore the mining history here at the Ruta de Plata Museum and wander into one of the mines (with helmets and a guide of course).
The thing that brings most people here? Cafe el Triunfo.
This little cafe is making some of the best bread in the entire country. Chef Marcus Spahr opened up Cafe el Triunfo in 2008 after selling his successful Todos Santos Cafe.
He wanted a place where he had the space to build a wood-fired oven. Here he bakes his homemade sourdough, his sourdough pizzas, and his perfect pastries.
I highly recommend buying some of the sourdoughs. I tried the sandwiches, which were delicious, but a mighty steep $15 each. Watch the video of my experience in El Triunfo and at the cafe here.
8. La Ventana
La Ventana is just over two hours away from Cabo San Lucas. This makes it just on the edge of a day trip from Los Cabos, but doable if you want to check it out.
That being said, if you want to make a road trip of this trip, Todos Santos and El Triunfo are also on the way to La Ventana.
You could stop into Todos Santos, spend the day there, and then spend the night in Todos Santos. From there, you could explore El Triunfo, which really only needs about half a day. Then you’ll be in La Ventana in less than an hour.
You could spend the night at this amazing B&B where we stayed in La Ventana. Then you could spend the following morning and early afternoon exploring La Ventana. This allows you to get to either La Paz or back to Cabo San Lucas before it gets dark.
If you are a kitesurfer or a windsurfer, you will be in paradise here. If you are simply looking for a great beach town, you can skip it. Los Barriles is a better beach to explore than La Ventana.
Multiple Day Trips from Cabo San Lucas Not to Miss
Want to know some other places to explore on a road trip around Baja California Sur?
For some reason, La Paz doesn’t get nearly as much attention as Los Cabos or Todos Santos. I personally think it has some of the best beaches in the state.
In fact, Balandra Beach is consistently ranked as one of the best beaches in Mexico.
If you love great food, add these amazing La Paz restaurants to your list. In addition to having amazing seafood, La Paz also has some of the best overall tacos in all of Baja (in my humble opinion).
For an aquatic animal encounter that you won’t soon forget, get yourself to Magdalena Bay. Just be sure to visit between December and March while these gentle giants are here.
Magdalena Bay is basically a nursery for grey whales. The females head here to give birth to their calves and remain her for a few months until they are strong enough to make the swim elsewhere.
The baby whales are incredibly curious and love to come up to the small boats that you take out into the protected bay. Some of them rub up against the side of the boat, others check you out from a distance. This is about as close as you can get to these incredible animals.
The best thing to do is to take a tour to Magdalena Bay. That way, you ensure you are going with a reputable guide that respects the animals.
I have also used this company for other tours and believe that they have the best interest of the animals and locals in mind.
Most tours tend to leave from La Paz since it is the closest city to the bay. It’s a long day, but well worth it.
Loreto is in the northern area of Baja California Sur and is a wonderful place to explore. It has so much natural beauty.
One of the best things to do is to head out to see the different islands. There are white-sand beaches. You can go snorkeling right off of the beach. There are tons of dolphins that come to check out the visitors. The dolphins are here year-round.
Check out this video of my experience visiting one of the islands (it’s so beautiful!).
It’s also a popular spot to go fishing. There are both blue and grey whales here at different times of year.
The town itself has great restaurants, bars, and tons of things to do while you’re on land.
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Clinical evidences have highlighted the efficacy of myo-inositol and selenium in the treatment of autoimmune thyroiditis. Aim of this study was to further analyze the role of myo-inositol plus selenium (Myo-Ins-Se) in restoring a normal thyroid function of Hashimoto's patients with subclinical hypothyroidism. Eighty-six patients with Hashimoto's thyroiditis having thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels between 3 and 6mIU/L, elevated serum antithyroid peroxidase (TPOAb) and/or antithyroglobulin (TgAb), and normal free thyroxine (fT4) and free triiodothyronine (fT3) levels were enrolled in the study: one hyperthyroid subject with TSH about 0.14μU/ml was included in this trial as a single case. Patients were assigned to receive Myo-Ins-Se. TSH, TPOAb, and TgAb levels were significantly decreased in patients treated with combined Myo-Ins-Se after 6 months of treatment. In addition, a significant fT3 and fT4 increase, along with an amelioration of their quality of life, was observed. Remarkably, TSH values of the hyperthyroid patient increased from 0.14μU/ml up to 1.02μU/ml, showing a complete restoration of TSH values at a normal range. In conclusion, the administration of Myo-Ins-Se is significantly effective in decreasing TSH, TPOAb, and TgAb levels, as well as enhancing thyroid hormones and personal wellbeing, therefore restoring euthyroidism in patients diagnosed with autoimmune thyroiditis.
During the last decades, a sharp increase in thyroid pathology took place in most countries. The reasons for that may be explained not only because we have a better ability to make precocious diagnosis but also because other factors may have contributed to that increase. In this view, genes play an important role, since an individual with a family history positive for thyroid problems has a significantly higher possibility of developing a pathology of the gland. Also, environment may contribute to the development of these pathologies such as radioactive accidents, pollution, and other iatrogenic illnesses, especially those correlated with autoimmunity. For example, in regions with severe selenium (Se) deficiency, a higher incidence of thyroiditis may be documented, due to a decreased activity of selenium-dependent glutathione peroxidase activity within thyroid cells. Selenium-dependent enzymes are also key elements in the regulation of the immune system. Therefore, even mild selenium deficiency may lead to the development and maintenance of autoimmune thyroid diseases. In addition, the so-called “constitutional factors,” such as age and sex, may influence and facilitate the appearance of thyroidal pathologies [1–5]. Among the numerous illnesses, thyroiditis is the most frequent (roughly about 20% of all thyroidal diseases) and is divided as acute, subacute, and chronic. The autoantibodies against thyroid presence are a peculiar feature during the evolution of most of them. A downregulation of suppressor T-lymphocytes and the ensuing activity against thyroglobulin (TgAb) and thyroid-peroxidase (TPOAb), one essential for the production and storage of thyroid hormones and the other involved in hormone synthesis, respectively, appear to be the starting point of the autoimmune process. Once the inflammatory cascade has been activated and the mechanism initiated, T-lymphocytes may trigger a production of specific antibodies by B-lymphocytes . Oxidative stress has been shown to be responsible for the onset of these autoimmunity disorders. Hence, an increase of TPOAb and TgAb concentration is largely seen. Concentration of these antibodies, as well as thyroid morphology, and the ability of follicular cells to produce thyroid hormones may change during life. Anyway, their presence may cause continuous damage to the thyroid tissue, leading to a decrease in hormones production. In fact, in patients with thyroiditis, undergoing long-term follow-up, very often a decline towards hypothyroidism is seen .
Inositol is better known as a family of slightly different compounds derived by a C6 sugar alcohol. Of the nine 1,2,3,4,5,6-cyclohexanehexol isomers, Myo-Ins is the far most representative, with other inositols (allo-, cis-, d-chiro-, l-chiro-, epi-, muco-, neo-, and scyllo-) being less known, except for d-chiro-inositol that has an important role in insulin signal transduction and insulin resistance . Several studies demonstrated that Myo-Ins is the precursor of the synthesis of phosphoinositides, which are part of the phosphatidylinositol signal transduction pathway across the plasma membrane, via the second messenger 1,4,5-triphosphate that modulates intracellular Ca2+ release . Therefore, it acts as a second messenger regulating the activities of several hormones, such as insulin, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) . As far as TSH signaling is concerned, after the binding of TSH to its receptor on thyroid cell surface, it stimulates cell growth and differentiation, in addition to thyroid hormone synthesis. This binding with TSH receptors activates two postreceptor cascades: one involves adenylyl cyclase, leading to an increase of intracellular cyclic AMP and protein kinase A phosphorylation and also to an activation of cytosolic and nuclear target proteins; the other is inositol-dependent and involves the phospholipase C-dependent inositol phosphate Ca2+/diacylglycerol pathway, resulting in a boost of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) generation. In addition, while the cAMP pathway is more involved in cell growth, differentiation, and thyroid hormones (T4-T3) secretion, the inositol-dependent pathway regulates H2O2-mediated iodination of thyroglobulin.
TSH, a glycoprotein synthesized and secreted by the pituitary gland, regulates the release of thyroid hormones, triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4), from the thyroid. These hormones modulate many physiological processes in the human cells and are crucial for growth, development, differentiation, and the maintenance of basal metabolism . Most scientists agree in defining the T4 more like a “prohormone” rather than a real hormone, although it is the major hormone secreted by the thyroid . T4, in fact, is not very active; it expresses the functional activity of the gland, but to be useful to the human body it must be converted to T3. Here, through the enzyme 5′ deiodinase, the prohormone is deprived of one iodine and, in this way, is activated. Only T3 can enter easily into the tissue cells where it carries out its physiological functions. Hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism are thyroid disorders that can be caused by TSH signal transduction impairment. Indeed, elevated thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) and autoantibodies levels, such as TgAb and TPOAb, are typical features of autoimmune thyroiditis. In such pathologies, among which Hashimoto's thyroiditis (HT) is the most representative, thyroid gland gets underactive, as attacked by cell- and antibody-mediated autoimmune processes . Excluding HT, a mild thyroid failure is called subclinical hypothyroidism (SH)  and usually is balanced by a slight TSH level increase, varying in the range 3–6mIU/L. According to the American Thyroid Association's (ATA's) guidelines, the normal range for TSH values, with an upper limit of 4.12mIU/L, is largely based on National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) III data, but it has not been universally accepted. In fact, some have proposed that the upper normal TSH values should be either 2.5 or 3.0mIU/L .
The relevant impact of Se on inflammatory activity in thyroid-specific autoimmune disease has already been shown in several trials [16–19], demonstrating its possible therapeutic effect in reducing TPOAb in patients with autoimmune thyroiditis (AIT). AIT like HT, idiopathic myxedema, and Graves' disease are characterized by the high levels of TPOAb (>50lU/ml), which are closely associated with abnormal levels of TSH (<1.0mIU/L in hyperthyroidism and >2.5mIU/L in hypothyroidism forms) and correlated with progressive thyroidal damage and lymphocytic inflammation . Graves' hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto's hypothyroidism might be the opposite spectrums of one disease. In a previous study of ours, the beneficial effect of Myo-Ins in reducing TSH levels through the improvement (increase) of TSH sensitivity was highlighted. Essentially, it was shown that supplementation of Myo-Ins-Se was able to restore the euthyroid state and improve personal wellbeing in subclinical hypothyroidism patients .
Taking into account our previous data, the aim of this study was to further investigate the efficacy of Myo-Ins-Se in restoring the euthyroid state of Hashimoto's patients with subclinical hypothyroidism. A single case of hyperthyroidism was also included in the study drawing attention to the unique therapeutic approach of Myo-Ins.
A total of 87 patients, 8 men and 79 women (mean age 42.30±0.06 years), were included in our study; 86 were meeting the inclusion criteria as follows: age range 19–65, TSH levels between 3 and 6mIU/L, elevated serum TPOAb and/or TgAb, and normal free thyroxine (fT4) and free triiodothyronine (fT3) levels. A hyperthyroid subject, a woman with TSH around 0.14mIU/L at baseline, was also selected to enter the study. None of the patients were undergoing adjuvant treatment with trace elements, vitamins, or antidepressive and antipsychotic drugs. Patients were otherwise healthy. Informed consent was obtained from all participants in this study. Patients received tablets containing 600mg myo-inositol plus 83μg selenium in the form of L-selenomethionine (Tiroxil®, Lo.Li. Pharma Srl, Rome, Italy) orally for 6 months. Participants were asked to take the medication with water about 2h before or after meal. Primary outcome was detection of serum TSH levels. Secondary outcomes were TPOAb, TgAb, fT3, and fT4 hormone concentrations as well as quality of life evaluation.
The investigation was performed over a period of 6 months. Blood samples were drawn from each patient, and serum TSH, fT3, fT4, TPOAb, and TgAb levels were measured at baseline and at the end of the study. TSH, fT3, and fT4 concentrations were measured by an enzyme immunometric assay (Byk-Sangtec Dietzenbach, Germany). Plasma total TPOAb and TgAb concentrations were measured by a commercial enzyme luminescence assay (Byk-Sangtec, Dietzenbach, Germany). At enrolment and after 6 months, the subjective symptomatology (SS) was evaluated using a questionnaire, including 7 questions testing the presence of symptoms; in particular, the SS comprises local symptoms such as pain localized on the front of the neck, discomfort when swallowing liquids or solids, ability to raise the voice, and feeling “constriction” in the neck wearing high-necked clothes and accessory-type choker necklaces or when lying down .
Data were processed using paired t-tests, with GraphPad Software (GraphPad Software Inc., La Jolla, CA, United States). Values are expressed as median (±SEM), and a p value ≤0.05 was utilized throughout as a criterion for any result that was statistically significant.
In total, 87 patients with autoimmune thyroiditis were enrolled in the study. The median age of patients was 42.30±0.06 years (range: 19–65). All patients were receiving Myo-Ins-Se treatment for 6 months. A significant reduction of TSH levels was observed in patients' posttreatment, from 4.32±0.06mIU/L at baseline to 3.12±0.09mIU/L after treatment (p ≤ 0.001) (Figure (Figure1).1). There were significant decrements in both autoantibodies TgAb and TPOAb serum levels after administration of Myo-Ins-Se: TgAb levels decreased from 344.96±23.77IU/ml to 288.84±23.35IU/ml after treatment (p ≤ 0.001) and TPOAb from 720.67±52.39IU/ml to 620.38±50.90IU/ml, pre- and post-Myo-Ins-Se treatment, respectively (p ≤ 0.001) (Figure (Figure2).2). The serum fT3 and fT4 levels of patients were slightly but significantly higher at the end of 6-month period when compared with the values at baseline: fT3 values were 2.67±0.04pg/ml at baseline and 2.79±0.03pg/ml posttreatment (p ≤ 0.01) and fT4 levels were 0.94±0.02ng/ml and 1.07±0.02ng/ml (p ≤ 0.001) pre- and posttreatment, respectively (Figure (Figure3).3). In Figure Figure44 are shown the TSH values from each patient including also the hyperthyroid patient. The graph clearly shows how TSH levels decreased in Hashimoto's patients with SH but increased in the hyperthyroid patient from T0 to T1 (baseline and 6-month treatment, resp.) (Figure (Figure4).4). In particular, TSH values of the hyperthyroid patient increased from 0.14mIU/L up to 1.02mIU/L, therefore restoring TSH values at a normal range (Figure (Figure4).4). Questionnaire of SS revealed a significant improvement of patients' quality of life after 6 months of Myo-Ins-Se administration. Values dropped down from 4.67±0.09 at baseline to 2.37±0.09 at the end of treatment (p ≤ 0.001) (Figure (Figure55).
The subject of the present study was to further examine the efficacy of Myo-Ins-Se in restoring the euthyroid state in patients affected by thyroid disorders. We could demonstrate that, in patients with AIT, the concentrations of TSH, TPOAb, and TgAb significantly decreased after administration of Myo-Ins-Se for 6 months. Furthermore, quality of life was significantly improved in all patients at the end of this study. A single case of hyperthyroidism was also analyzed, emphasizing the effect of Myo-Ins in increasing TSH levels up to normal concentrations.
Until recent years, the pharmacological approach to inflammatory thyroid pathologies, especially those having a high titer of autoantibodies, was based upon the use of corticosteroids that, of course, are able to temporarily decrease inflammation and antibody concentrations [23, 24]. However, being almost the only way of intervention (FANS are also used), they have been frequently overused, with the consequence of an increase in the percentage of their well-known adverse effects. In this view, a series of compounds able to ameliorate SS, inflammation parameters, and thyroid status have been identified to date. Among them, inositol and Se seem to be the most efficacious in terms of thyroid function recovery and symptomatology amelioration. The story of inositol is a long one, since it started around the last two decades of the previous millennium, when researchers demonstrated its ability as a calcium-mobilizing second messenger  and to decrease insulin resistance in polycystic ovary syndrome . Therefore, a widespread research activity was initiated, giving rise to an important series of information, clarifying various aspects of hormonal signal transduction. In particular, it has been shown that relatively low TSH concentrations are able to stimulate cAMP-mediated signal cascade, while only a 100-fold higher TSH concentration is needed to stimulate the inositol-mediated signal cascade . Therefore, it can be speculated that impairment of the inositol-dependent TSH signaling pathway may be, at least in part, one cause of thyroid malfunctioning and that, by increasing the availability of Myo-Ins at cellular level, it is possible to improve TSH sensitivity of the thyroid follicular cell. In fact, previous clinical studies, as well as this one, indicate that the administration of 600mg Myo-Ins is able to ameliorate thyroid function and symptomatology in patients with HT .
The physiological role of TSH is quite crucial in the regulation of hypothalamic-pituitary-thyroid axis, as it modulates the release of the thyroid hormones from the thyroid gland. It prompts iodine uptake by the thyroid , induces thyroid epithelial differentiation and growth , and preserves thyroid cells from apoptosis . In fact, impairment of TSH signal transduction can lead not only to thyroid disorders such as hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism but also to proliferation and differentiation of human thyroid carcinoma cells . TSH increase is also associated with a higher risk for coronary heart disease (CHD) accidents, increased CHD mortality, and heart failure (HF) events, particularly in those patients with TSH levels >10.0mIU/L [32, 33].
In this study, it is shown how Myo-Ins acts on TSH levels lowering them when too high and increasing them if too low. Even lowering the TSH, the production of thyroid hormones, T4 and T3, is induced. As mentioned above, normally, TSH induces the uptake of iodine by the thyroid gland as well as the production of thyroid hormone; increased levels of TSH stimulate the thyroid to produce more thyroid hormones, thereby returning the level of thyroid hormone in the blood back to normal. Our study shows that, after Myo-Ins-Se supplementation for 6 months, TSH levels significantly decreased in HT's patients with SH without affecting the production of thyroid hormones that, as a matter of fact, were significantly increased after the treatment. Hypothyroidism results from a deficient production of thyroid hormone by the thyroid gland. Since the thyroid hormones regulate metabolism in every cell of the body, a shortage of them can virtually affect all body functions. Deficiency of thyroid hormones can result from lack of stimulation by the pituitary gland, a defective hormone synthesis, or the impaired cellular conversion of T4 to T3. Another substance widely used in the treatment of AIT is Se. In fact, as reported earlier, it is a trace element, essential to wellbeing, that exerts multiple and complex effects on human health . The physiological functions of Se are carried out by selenocysteine, the 21st amino acid, which is the defining feature of the 25 selenoprotein-encoding genes so far discovered within the human genome . Se can exert an influence on immunological responses, cell growth, and viral defense. It is an essential particle in the active site of enzymes such as glutathione peroxidases, deiodinases, and thioredoxin reductases. In addition, it has a fundamental importance in the synthesis and function of thyroid hormones and protects cells against free radicals and oxidative damage. In fact, Se demonstrates antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that have a relevant impact on immune function [36, 37] and it has been shown to reduce the inflammatory status in patients with HT . Intake of Se necessary to maintain suitable selenoenzyme activity is about 55μg per day. Se deficiency contributes to decreased activity of glutathione peroxidases, which can lead to oxidative damage, or deiodinase, which is connected with impaired thyroid activity. Moreover, a low Se concentration causes autoimmune processes in the thyroid gland; thus Se deficiency is essential to the pathogenesis of autoimmune thyroiditis or Graves' disease. A number of studies have shown indeed the effectiveness of Se in lowering the autoantibodies, in particular the TPOAb concentration in AIT's patients [16, 38, 39]. These findings are in line with our previous  and recent results where a significant decrease in serum TPOAb and TgAb levels was observed at the end of Myo-Ins-Se treatment. To be noted, different from the sole supplementation of Se, the combination Myo-Ins-Se is able to decrease not only TPOAb but also TgAb levels.
Therefore, the conclusion of our study is that the supplementation of Myo-Ins-Se is able to restore the euthyroid state as well as improve the wellbeing of Hashimoto's patients with SH. It would be of interest to further investigate the effect of this combined therapy in a more considerable group of hyperthyroid patients since, in this single case, we have obtained very prominent results, showing that Myo-Ins-Se restores TSH levels up to normal values. Bearing in mind also the safety of these two molecules' usage, accentuated by the absence of side effects, the Myo-Ins-Se combination can be considered a very efficacious and safe therapy for AIT treatment.
The authors declare that they have no conflict of interests regarding the publication of this paper.


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Purchasing real estate in Kandos can be one of the most significant financial decisions that buyers will make. The Kandos real estate market has a lot of prominent projects that buyers can look into if they want to hold on to a great long-term investment option. With the market for properties growing rapidly in Kandos, there can be no doubt that buyers can find a property that suits their interests. Consider some of the most important things when searching for the best properties in the Kandos real estate market.
- Property Location: Buyers must look for properties close to the town with as many amenities as possible. There should be easy access to roads and other traffic networks, and the property must be close to important places such as schools, shopping complexes, hospitals and other vital stores and utility services. The property must be situated in such a way that there aren’t any hassles for getting out of the area to the desired location, and there must not be any concerns for unreasonably long transits. Do understand that the most preferred locations will come under a more costly price range.
- Budget: Regarding price ranges, always fix a budget before setting out to purchase a property in Kandos. Not only does this help the buyer narrow down all their options to a more suitable choice, but it will also save a lot of time and effort that would otherwise be spent haggling over the market prices and the like. Make a calculated list of all the expenses and see how that fares against the current income earning potential and the possible resale value of the property. Look at all the available investments and make a down payment when required.
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How is albumin calculated after paracentesis?
2009 AASLD Guidelines recommend albumin replacement after large volume paracenteses if > 4-5 L are removed; 6-8 g/L of albumin (25% concentration) should be given. So, for example, if 10 liters are removed, you would give 60-80 grams of 25% albumin.
What is considered large volume paracentesis?
Therapeutic paracentesis may be performed in patients who require rapid symptomatic relief for refractory or tense ascites. When small volumes of ascitic fluid are removed, saline alone is an effective plasma expander. The removal of 5 L of fluid or more is considered large-volume paracentesis.
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Some experts recommend that no more than 1.5 L of fluid be removed in any single procedure. Patients with severe hypoproteinemia may lose additional albumen into reaccumulations of ascites fluid and develop acute hypotension and heart failure.
How do you measure ascites volume?
The volume of ascites is calculated according to the following formula: fluid volume = ([A + B + C + D + E] × 200 [mL])(22). Computed tomography enables the use a 3D rendering technique to calculate the ascites volume.
How do you calculate albumin?
Add 80ml (4 x 20ml) of Normal Saline to 20ml of 25% Albumin to get 100ml of 5% Albumin. The formula for this type of calculation is N1 x V1 = N2 x V2 (Normality of first solution times volume of first solution equals Normality of second solution times volume of second solution).
How do you calculate albuminuria?
The recommended method to evaluate albuminuria is to measure urinary ACR in a spot urine sample. ACR is calculated by dividing albumin concentration in milligrams by creatinine concentration in grams.
Why is albumin given with paracentesis?
Indeed, albumin administration is effective to prevent the circulatory dysfunctions after large-volume paracentesis and renal failure and after Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis (SBP). Finally albumin represents, associated with vasoconstrictors, the therapeutic gold standard for the hepatorenal-syndrome (HRS).
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How do you measure ascites abdominal girth?
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How much albumin is needed for large volume paracentesis?
Large Volume Paracentesis in Patients with Cirrhosis Defined as >4 L removed with documented cirrhosis (or any amount removed if creatinine is >1.5 gm/dL) Dosing recommendation: Albumin 25% 6-8 g per liter of ascitic fluid removed
How much fluid is removed in abdominal paracentesis?
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McVay PA, Toy PT. Lack of increased bleeding after paracentesis and thoracentesis in patients with mild coagulation abnormalities. Transfusion 1991; 31:164. Grabau CM, Crago SF, Hoff LK, et al. Performance standards for therapeutic abdominal paracentesis.
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“Our series of events have received an overwhelming response from the Singapore market, that’s why we decided to bring it to our hometown, Manila, too,” adds Emerson Baun. “Art is a huge part of the urban culture in Manila; hence when the team asked me to lead it, I didn’t think twice and I just dived into the concept. I think it’s a very stirring model and we will make each session fresh and extraordinary by using shifting themes,” continues Angel Altura, the lead of Manila events.
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As duo from Melbourne, Kid Sam have a rather simple approach to songwriting which involves getting the most out of their guitar (Kieran; also vocals) and drum (Kishore) combo. They play a style of alternative rock akin to duos like The Black Keys and The Mess Hall, where they don’t try to overload the listener with too many individual sounds but rather focus their energy on bringing a single riff or harmony to the fore. The songwriting sounds organic, not too thought out and as though they are just playing the kind of music that comes naturally to them.
Ambitious 8-minute opener “Mirror Drawings” has a bluesy vibe to it (sounding a little like The Drones) which drifts along on Kieran’s carefully plucked guitar. It’s a big tune that acts as a great way to kick off the album.
Following is “Down to the Cemetery” with its fuzzy guitar grunt, and the harmonica-tinged and folk inspired “The Sunday Bus”, both of which show off Kieran’s gentle vocals.
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Something also needs to be said for their drummer’s choice of using “cookware” in the recording of this album. It may have seemed like a good idea at the time, but Kishore’s unconventional method of drumming includes using upturned saucepans to get a certain “clang” sound to their rhythm section, which is interesting at first but gets annoying after a while.
Thankfully, highlight “We’re Mostly Made Of Water” is tucked away close to the end of the album and redeems some of the less memorable sections. It’s a catchy little number that demonstrates an interesting exploration into how to craft a memorable pop song with a simple marching rhythm, fuzzy guitar and harmonic vocals.
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