Could A Gluten-Free Version Of The M & S Microwavable Full English Breakfast Be Created?
This link shows the product on the Ocado web site.
These are some details about the product.
- It costs £4
- It lasts two days including the delivery day.
- In How Much Vitamin B12 Is There In A Leon Full English Breakfast Egg Pot?, I got Google AI to analyse one of Leon’s very similar egg pots and these contain a good dose of B12.
These are the ingredients.
Baked Beans (50%) (Haricot Beans · Tomato Paste · Water · Sugar · Cornflour · Salt · Vinegar · Dried Onions · Natural Colour: Paprika Extract · Ground Paprika · Natural Flavouring · Garlic Extract · Onion Oil · Vegetable Oil (Sunflower/Rapeseed)) · British Pork Chipolata Sausages (20%) (Pork (73%) · Water · Wheatflour* · Pea Protein Isolate · Dextrose · Wheat Starch · Salt · Ground Spices (White Pepper · Black Pepper · Coriander · Mace · Nutmeg) · Dried Onions · Salt · Yeast Extract · Dried Sage · Raising Agent: E503) · Poached Egg (18%) · Chestnut Mushrooms (7%) · Smoked British Bacon (2.5%) (Pork Belly (made with 185g of Raw Pork per 100g of Cooked Bacon) · Curing Salt (Salt · Preservative: Sodium Nitrate, Sodium Nitrite) · Sugar · Natural Flavouring · Antioxidant: E301) · Rapeseed Oil · Salt · Coarse Black Pepper.
Sausages filled into natural pork collagen casings.
*Fortified with Calcium, Iron, Vitamins B3, B1 and Folic Acid.For allergens, including cereals containing Gluten, see ingredients in bold.
Note the added gluten, which can be swapped for a gluten-free flour.
How I Would Use These Meals
I was told by Addenbrooke ‘s Hospital, when I was first diagmosed as a coeliac to always start the day with a good meal, as if you are travelling the next meal might not be easy to find.
Given the rate at which coeliac-friendly restaurants are closing, no dietician ever made a better prediction.
So if say I was going to Liverpool for the day, I could put one of these in my fridge and have a good breakfast before I leave home. This also means I can leave home earlier and catch an earlier train.
Could Tennis Help The Symptoms Of Uncomplicated Pancolonic Diverticulitis?
When I used to play real tennis a very regularly, I didn’t seem to get the angry gut, I have now.
I asked Google AI, the question in the title of this post and received this answer.
Yes, playing tennis can help manage the symptoms of uncomplicated pancolonic diverticulitis as part of an active lifestyle, though it is best suited for the prevention of flare-ups rather than treatment during an active attack.
Regular, moderate-to-vigorous exercise like tennis has been shown to significantly reduce the risk of developing diverticulitis.
How Tennis Helps DiverticulitisReduces Risk of Attacks:
Studies show that vigorous activity, such as tennis, can reduce the risk of developing diverticulitis by up to 27%), as mentioned in research published in the Journal of Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases.
Improves Bowel Function: Regular exercise helps keep bowels moving, which helps prevent constipation—a major contributing factor to diverticular pain.
Reduces Inflammation: Regular, moderate-intensity physical activity (which can include tennis) has an anti-inflammatory effect on the body.
Weight Management: Exercise helps manage weight, reducing obesity, which is a major risk factor for complicated diverticular disease.
My exercise levels have certainly dropped since I had the stroke and moved to London.
Could Horseriding Help The Symptoms Of Uncomplicated Pancolonic Diverticulitis?
When I used to ride horses a small amount, I didn’t seem to get the angry gut, I have now.
I asked Google AI, the question in the title of this post and received this answer.
While there is no direct scientific evidence regarding horseriding specifically, general physical activity and exercise are strongly recommended for managing and preventing the symptoms of uncomplicated diverticulitis.
Regular exercise helps to increase bowel motility (movement), which can help reduce the pressure within the colon that contributes to diverticular symptoms.
Here is how physical activity, including potentially activities like horseriding, can play a role in managing this condition:
Benefits of Regular Exercise on Diverticular Symptoms
Reduced Risk: Studies show that regular, vigorous activity can decrease the risk of developing diverticulitis.
Improved Digestion: Exercise encourages regular bowel movements, preventing the constipation that often exacerbates diverticular pain.
Weight Management: Maintaining a healthy weight reduces pressure on the colon, which is beneficial for managing diverticular disease.
Important Considerations for Horseriding
Gentle Movement vs. Jarring: While light-to-moderate, regular activity is beneficial, you should ensure that the activity does not cause sharp pain or excessive stress on the abdominal area, especially if you have had recent symptoms.
Individual Tolerance: The key is to engage in regular exercise that you enjoy and that your body tolerates well.
When to Avoid Exercise
If you are experiencing an acute flare-up of diverticulitis (fever, severe abdominal pain), you should avoid strenuous exercise, rest, and follow your doctor’s advice, which often involves a liquid or low-fiber diet.
Could Uncomplicated Pancolonic Diverticulitis Cause The Constant Pain In My Hip Joints?
It’s not chronic pain, but I must have had it for at least forty years.
So what does Google AI make of my question?
It gave me this answer.
Yes, it is possible for uncomplicated pancolonic diverticulitis (inflammation throughout the entire colon) to cause constant pain in your hip joints.
While diverticulitis is primarily a gastrointestinal issue, it can cause referred pain to the hips and legs or trigger systemic inflammation that affects joints.
Here is how your condition might be linked to your hip pain:
1. Referred Pain (Nerve Pathway Irritation)
The inflammation from a diverticulitis flare-up can irritate nearby nerves that connect to the hip, thigh, or groin area.
Location: While classic diverticulitis causes left-side abdominal pain, a severe or widespread (pancolonic) flare can cause “referred pain” in the lower back, hip, and thigh.
Constant nature: If the underlying inflammation remains active, this pain can feel constant rather than intermittent.
2. Systemic Inflammation and “Diverticulitis-Associated Arthritis”
Rarely, active diverticulitis can trigger a form of inflammatory arthritis, acting as an extra-intestinal manifestation of the disease.
Migrating Pain: This can cause joint pain and stiffness in larger joints, including the hips, knees, and ankles.
Connection: As the gut inflammation resolves with proper care (antibiotics/diet), the joint pain often improves.
3. Anatomical Proximity
The colon sits in close proximity to the musculoskeletal structures of the pelvis, including the iliopsoas muscles (hip flexors).Inflammation in the colon can cause swelling that affects these muscles, leading to pain in the hip region, particularly with movement.
That looks like a possibility to me!
But it needs more investigation.
Do Some People Have Skin That Leaks Excessive Amounts Of Water And Makes Their Hands And Feet Go Red?
That’s what seems to have happened to me over the last few days.
- I also seem to be producing excessive amounts of phlegm, which I’ve dealt with by drinking bottles of Adnams Ghost Ship Alcohol Free Pale Ale, which was recommended to me by Google AI in Does Zero-Alcohol Beer Help Phlegm?. It works well!
- I slept very badly last night.
- My teeth are painful too.
- I am taking a couple of paracetamol tablets each day for the pain.
I asked Google AI, the title of this post and received this answer.
Yes, some people experience conditions where their skin—particularly on the hands and feet—becomes red, hot, and appears to “leak” fluid or sweat excessively. These symptoms are often associated with rare or chronic conditions, most commonly Erythromelalgia, Dyshidrotic Eczema, or severe Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating).
Here are the primary conditions that cause these symptoms:
1. Erythromelalgia (Red, Hot, Painful Skin)
This is a rare condition characterized by intense burning pain, severe redness, and increased skin temperature, most commonly affecting the feet, but often the hands as well.
The “Leakage”: While it is technically a vascular issue, the severe inflammation and heat can lead to secondary sweating or fluid-like sensations.
Trigger: It is triggered by warmth, exercise, or stress.
Characteristics: It can be primary (inherited) or secondary (linked to other conditions like blood disorders or nerve damage).
2. Dyshidrotic Eczema (Pompholyx)
This is a skin condition that produces small, intense, fluid-filled blisters on the palms of the hands, soles of the feet, and sides of the fingers.
The “Leakage”: These blisters can leak serum (a clear fluid), making the skin look wet or “weeping”.
Symptoms: Severe itching and burning typically precede the appearance of the blisters, followed by dry, cracked, and red skin.
Causes: Triggers include stress, allergies, and hot, sweaty conditions.
3. Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)
This condition involves overactive sweat glands that produce far more moisture than is needed for cooling.
The “Leakage”: Hands and feet can be constantly dripping or damp.
Redness: While hyperhidrosis itself causes wetness, the chronic dampness and resulting irritation can cause the skin to appear red and irritated.
4. Other Potential Causes
Weeping Eczema: A complication of eczema where intense inflammation causes skin to ooze fluid.
Infected Skin (Cellulitis): A bacterial infection that causes red, hot, swollen skin, which may sometimes blister or leak fluid.
Lymphedema: Chronic fluid buildup can sometimes result in fluid leaking directly through the skin in severe cases.
Note: If you or someone else is experiencing these symptoms—specifically red, painful, or leaking skin—it is important to consult a healthcare professional, as some of these conditions require specific treatments to prevent complications like infections or skin damage.
Does Zero-Alcohol Beer Help Phlegm?
As a child, I suffered badly from phlegm and regularly had days off school. Sometimes, it was even whole terms.
How I passed the 11-plus is probably a mystery!
But my father also had breathing problems, which he controlled with catarrh tablets and strong peppermints. That remedy never worked for me!
My father’s father died at around fifty of acute pneumonia and asthma. Although most of my father’s descriptions of my grandfather include the fact that he was a drunk.
Which leads me to my first question for Google AI – Can Storms Bring On Phlegm?
Google AI gave me this answer.
Yes, storms and the associated weather shifts can bring on increased phlegm, congestion, and respiratory issues. Stormy weather often causes a rapid decrease in barometric pressure, high humidity, and increased wind, all of which can trigger excess mucus production.
Here is how storms affect your respiratory system:
Thunderstorm Asthma & Allergies: Thunderstorms can rupture pollen grains and mold spores, spreading tiny, easily inhalable particles in the air. These microscopic particles travel deeper into the lungs, triggering allergic reactions, phlegm, and asthma-related symptoms.
Barometric Pressure Shifts: When a storm approaches, air pressure drops, causing the air-filled sinuses to expand. This can cause sinus membranes to swell and produce extra mucus, leading to congestion and post-nasal drip.
High Humidity and Mold: High humidity and rainy weather create ideal conditions for mold growth, which is a major allergen that can trigger phlegm and respiratory congestion.
Wind and Pollen: Strong winds before or during a storm can stir up pollen and dust, triggering symptoms even in people who do not have chronic allergies.
If you notice increased coughing, wheezing, or phlegm during storms, it is often due to these environmental changes forcing the airways to narrow and produce more mucus.
Some of that may apply to me.
Note.
- My father and grandfather used to go to Biarritz for the winter, when the family had money.
- The only time, I went to Biarritz, I felt wonderful.
- I love being at altitude.
- I never had phlegm living in Liverpool or Suff0lk or with C.
- I felt better last week in South Wales, despite the rain.
My breathing was probably best, when I worked on chemical plants.
Zero-Alcohol Beer seems to help and I drink a lot of it, which leads me to my second question for Google AI – Does Zero-Alcohol Beer Help Phlegm?
Google AI gave me this answer.
Yes, zero-alcohol (non-alcoholic) beer can potentially help with phlegm and respiratory issues, primarily due to its anti-inflammatory properties, rather than acting as a direct cough suppressant.
Here is how it can help, based on research:
Reduces Inflammation and Respiratory Illness: Studies on marathon runners found that non-alcoholic beer, rich in polyphenols (natural plant compounds), reduced inflammation and lowered the incidence of upper respiratory tract infections.
Anti-inflammatory and Antiviral Properties: The polyphenols found in non-alcoholic beer offer anti-inflammatory and antiviral properties that can help manage inflammation in the airways.
Hydration: Unlike alcoholic beer, which can dehydrate you and make phlegm thicker, non-alcoholic beer acts as an isotonic, hydrating beverage. Staying hydrated is essential for thinning mucus and making it easier to clear.
Immune System Support: Regular consumption of non-alcoholic beer has been shown to improve immune response and reduce the severity of colds.
Could the fact that most zero-alcohol beers are also gluten-free help with the last point?
Can Low Atmospheric Pressure Suck Water Out Of Your Skin?
I asked Google AI, the title of this post and received this answer.
Yes, low atmospheric pressure can cause water to be removed from your skin, primarily by facilitating rapid evaporation and disrupting the body’s ability to hold moisture in its tissues.
While it does not “suck” water out with mechanical force like a vacuum cleaner in normal environments, low pressure triggers several physical processes that dehydrate the skin.
How Low Pressure Removes Skin Moisture
Increased Evaporation (Transepidermal Water Loss): Low pressure reduces the barrier function of the skin, leading to higher levels of transepidermal water loss (TEWL)—the process of water passing from inside the body through the epidermis and evaporating into the atmosphere.
Low Humidity Factor: Low pressure environments (like high altitude or airplane cabins) are often accompanied by low humidity, which works in tandem with the low pressure to draw moisture out of the upper layers of the skin, leading to dryness, tightness, and flakiness.
“Boiling” Moisture (Extreme Scenarios): In extreme low-pressure scenarios approaching a vacuum (such as high-altitude exposure, nearly 70,000 feet), the pressure becomes so low that the moisture in the skin, mouth, and eyes can actually vaporize (boil) at normal body temperature.
Scenarios Where This Occurs
Airplane Cabins: The air pressure inside an airplane is lower than sea level, and combined with low humidity, this causes significant dehydration of the skin and mucous membranes.
High Altitudes: Mountaineers often experience extremely dry, cracked, and damaged skin due to the low pressure and low humidity at high altitudes.
Vacuum Chambers: In experimental settings, placing an arm in a vacuum chamber results in moisture evaporation and the sensation of the skin being “sucked,” causing immediate surface drying and potential skin damage.
Visible Effects
Dryness and Flakiness: The skin becomes dry and rough.
Tightness and Itching: Decreased elasticity leads to a feeling of tightness.
Reduced Elasticity: In severe cases, the skin loses its ability to “bounce back” quickly, a sign of dehydration.
In addition to dry air, low pressure often causes swelling or puffiness because fluids shift out of cells and into the spaces between them, which, combined with the dryness, can make the skin feel irritated.
I certainly felt like that last night, as the UK waited for Storm Dave to arrive.
How Much Vitamin B12 Is There In A Leon Full English Breakfast Egg Pot?
I asked Google AI, the title of this post and received this answer.
Based on the ingredients of a LEON Full English Breakfast Egg Pot—which includes a poached egg, Cumberland sausage, bacon, and baked beans—this breakfast provides a substantial amount of Vitamin B12.
Estimated B12 Content: A single large egg contains roughly 0.6 micrograms (mcg) of vitamin B12. When combined with the pork sausage and bacon in the Full English pot, the total content likely provides a significant portion of the UK adult daily requirement of 1.5 mcg.
Key B12 Sources in the Pot: The primary sources of B12 in the pot are the free-range egg (specifically the yolk) and the meat (bacon and sausage).
Other Nutritional Highlights: The Full English Pot contains 25-28g of protein and 371-398 calories.
It certainly looks that this Leon egg pot gives a significant portion of the UK adult daily requirement of vitamin B12.
Does Anybody Type Using Five Fingers Of One Hand, Scanning Them Where Necesary For Shift, Control And Alt.
Note.
- My left awas broken by the school bully and doesn’t work well.
- My stroke didn’t help.
- I have a yellow keyboard and I’m probably typing as fast as I ever had.
- My father owned and worked in a letterpress printers.
- He taught me to set type from an early age.
Letterpress typesetting is done by holding the composing stick in your left hand and placing the letters in order in the stick, with your right hand.
I now type this way and it may be the cause of the problems in my right hand, which is red and tingling at times.
I asked Google AI, the title of this post and received this answer.
Yes, many people type using all five fingers of one hand, particularly individuals with limb differences, injuries, or those who prefer a single-handed method. This technique often involves “scanning” or spanning across the keyboard and can achieve impressive speeds.
Techniques and Methods
FGHJ Home Row Method: The most common approach involves resting the index finger on F (or J for right handers), middle on G/H, ring on H/G, and pinky on J/F. This allows the hand to cover all keys on a standard QWERTY keyboard.
“Scanning” / Stretching: The hand moves dynamically around the keyboard, rather than staying in a fixed home-row position, relying on strong muscle memory to reach all keys.
Modifier Key Handling (Shift/Alt/Ctrl): The thumb is frequently used to reach modifiers, or the pinky is stretched to reach the shift keys. For simultaneous keys (e.g., Ctrl+C), people often use “Sticky Keys” in Windows/MacOS to lock the modifier key, or press them sequentially.
Five Finger Typist: There is specialized, structured software designed specifically to teach this five-finger, one-handed technique.
Speed and Proficiency
One-handed typists using all five fingers can reach high speeds, often ranging between 40 to 80 words per minute (wpm), with some experienced users achieving over 100 wpm, depending on the individual.
Assistive Tools
Compact Keyboards: Smaller keyboards (like laptop keyboards) are often used because they reduce the distance the hand has to span, decreasing fatigue.
Half-QWERTY / Mirrored Layouts: Specialized software or hardware that allows one hand to “mirror” the other side of the keyboard (e.g., tapping ‘F’ with the ‘J’ finger while holding a modifier).
Conclusion
I could believe that answer and will use it as long as I can!
Will AI Send A Lot Of Patients To A & E?
I ask this question as I’ve just asked Google AI, this question about myself.
My left food and my right hand are red and my left hand doesn’t work very well!
I received this answer.
This combination of symptoms—asymmetric redness (left foot/right hand) and weakness in one hand—requires immediate medical evaluation.
These can be indicators of serious underlying conditions affecting the nerves, blood vessels, or central nervous system.
You should seek urgent medical care if this happened suddenly.
Perhaps the last sentence is being too cautious and will increase the traffic to A & E.
The Anonymous Widower 