Are You Fully Utilizing the Oxygen in the Air? – Solutions for Shallow Breathing at Work #1: The Benefits of Full Exhalation

The Moment I Realized the Benefits of Full Exhalation Recently, I experienced the profound benefits of fully exhaling. It’s recommended for good health to exhale completely, and I pondered why that might be. Previously, I took breathing for granted, only paying attention to it during yoga or Pilates classes. The pandemic made me appreciate the […]

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Mediterranean Evening in Tokyo – Discovering Sicilian Cuisine and the Journey to Health

As 2014 dawned, I celebrated my partner’s birthday at the Sicilian restaurant byebyeblues Tokyo. It’s the Tokyo branch of the original “byebyeblues” located in Mondello, a coastal town north of Palermo, the capital of Sicily, which opened in 2020. The restaurant in Sicily has been renowned for earning a Michelin star for ten consecutive years.

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Savoring Nutrient-Rich Delights: Scallops and Street Food Adventures in Tsukiji

New Year’s Eve Street Food Experience Last New Year’s Eve, my partner, our beloved dog Eve, and I strolled around Tsukiji Honganji Temple in Tokyo. Wandering near the Tsukiji market, we passed a seafood stall. Enticed by the tantalizing aroma and fresh seafood, we ordered scallops grilled in butter and soy sauce and enjoyed them

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Japanese Dietary Culture and Age-Related Macular Degeneration Prevention: Learning from Tradition

The Rising Challenge of AMD Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) stands as a significant concern as the leading cause of blindness in the Western world. This condition deteriorates the central part of the visual field, leading to blurred vision or distortion, which severely impacts daily activities like reading or recognizing faces. In our era, where smartphones

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