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Echidna may sometimes appear like a spiny anteater. Its name is always being pronounced as e-kid-nuh. This has the measurement of 30 to 45 cm. it may be as long like that. It may also be as heavy as 2 to 5 kg being the maximum. Upon first look, it may have the appearance of a porcupine, if you have ever seen one. There are times when it may also resemble that of a hedgehog. If you are going to closely inspection it though, you will discover that the animal also comes with its common traits. These are just among the Echidna facts that you have to learn. There are still more.

What are echidnas?

Echidnas have this ability to lay eggs. They are the same with mammals indeed because they just monotremes in nature. As for their body, this may have a low body temperature as compared to other mammals. This is effective in keeping its temperature. This may range from around 31 to even 32 being the maximum. Since they are somehow like that of reptiles, the legs may also be protruding outwards or even downwards if they would prefer to. This is the reason why it has this waddling effect on it. This is observed whenever they walk.

There are two kinds of fur which are responsible in covering their body. There is this coat, this is a coarse hair that would somehow insulate from the cold. The longer hairs on the other hand would always act as that of spines. This is why they have the ability to protect themselves just in case predators finally decide to attack.  The spines are not how they look like though. They can be sharp. They are just creamy colored but they can do so much better. They may even reach up until 50 mm. This is 2 inches if converted. The mentioned is made up of keratin. This is the synonymous material which is seen in the fingernails of humans.

What do they eat anyway? They can consume termites, grubs, ants, worms and even that of larvae. Apart from this, the echidna is really well-adapted when it comes to the hunting of their prey. This is undertaken with the presence of its pointy snout. This has the chance to snout and it has this keen way of knowing if a prey is visible around the area or not. This is most probably the reason why they do not find it hard to catch predators whenever there is a need to do so. The detection of prey may also be quite easy for them. With the utilization of their sharp and long claws, digging to the soil is a piece of cake to have invertebrates exposed. They will most likely finish their deed by licking. They do this with their sticky tongue. It may be surprising to know that echidnas do not have their own teeth. They do not own any. However, they come with their horny pads to compensate that. This is why they can grind the prey with ease.

Considered as the largest newspaper in Brazoria County, Texas, the Brazosport Facts definitely play in important role in the everyday life of people from Brazoria. This is true most especially from those residing near the Greater Houston area. The said publication started from the year 1913. It was then owned and managed by the Southern Newspapers Inc. Up until now, it is still being patronized from the people of the place for the simple reason that it is the reflection of their society. This daily newspaper is being read in broadsheet format. Bill Cornwell served as both the publisher and the editor. The managing editor is Yvonne Mintz.

Where it all started

The newspaper’s first trace of existence trailed back to the initiation of Roy Ruffin who was a printer that time. It was originally referred to as the Freeport Facts months. This was undertaken right after that founding of Freeport, Texas in 1912. This was handled by Freeport Sulphur Company during those times. After a year, C.P Kendall decided for the paper to be acquired. He was also responsible in owning the newspapers located in Angleton Times which was situated in the Port Aransas. This was also Angleton.

The facts were then destroyed because of a Freeport hurricane which took place in the year 1932. This was even responsible in killing 40 people right then and there. After that, newspapers for separate area were established. These were the Velasco World, the Brazoria County Review and as well as the West Columbia Light. These were all acquired, even if separated, by a businessman in the name of W.D Johnston. In the year 1949 though, the combination of the said papers was done and it resulted to the Daily Review. This was another which gained popularity as well.

The Daily Review took the interest of the Southern Newspapers Inc. In the year 1951, it was bought by the Southern Newspapers Inc. A year after that, Freeport facts was also purchased. The acquisitions and owning were then merged into one. This resulted to the so called the Daily Facts-Review. But then, after that, the Southern Newspapers had to change the name. They were then able to derive the name the Brazosport Facts. After a while, it turned out to be the largest daily newspaper ever found in that area. This started it all.

As for the headquarters of the said newspapers, a couple of changes had been observed through the years. For instance, in the year 1976, it was moved to Clute, Texas coming from the Freeport itself. Today, it is still there. As a matter of fact, it was even able to absorb one newspaper – the Angleton Times. This happened way back 2004. The second office of it was opened in the same building as well.

Consolidation took place already. This held the Velasco town responsible. This started in 1957. Even the Brazosport College was supported by the same newspaper. The center of it was directed to the Arts and Sciences of the college.

Alternative Medicine is the practice of medicine without the use of drugs or conventional medicine. It focuses on holistic and natural aspects rather than evidence-based medicine. Here are some suggestions for alternative allergy remedies.

Yoga – Cures for Allergies and Asthma

Yoga is derived from the Ayurvedic system of medicine that has been used for over five thousand years in India. It emphasizes treatment of the whole body rather than the symptoms.

According to Dr Earl Mindell, author of Allergy Bible, the practice of yoga typically consists of three components. Firstly, postures or asanas that promote strength, flexibility, and stamina. Secondly, breathing exercises called pranayama that strengthen lung function and promote relaxation. And thirdly, meditation which helps to relieve stress, clear the mind, and achieve the spiritual goals.

Many studies suggest yoga works for asthma. According to a study conducted at the University of Colorado, an allergist studied seventeen adults with asthma — half the group did yoga, while the other half did not. The result was that the patients who did the yoga became less likely to use their inhalers than the other group.

Breathing Therapy as a Seasonal Allergy Treatment

In the 1940s, Russian physiologist Konstantin Pavolovich Buteyko started researching the possibility that hyperventilation or breathing too deeply was the underlying cause of numerous chronic health problems such as ashma. He developed the Buteyko Breathing Technique (BBT) that retains the body to adopt a shallower breathing pattern that prevents the exhalation of excess carbon dioxide. This technique is commonly practiced in Europe.

Treatment for Allergies with Homeopathy

Founded by German physician Samuel Hahnemann two hundred years ago, homeopathy uses the “Law of Similars,” which means a homeopathic preparation for allergy would not be an antihistamine that blocks allergic symptoms but pollen or another plant part could cure the problem in very low homeopathic doses – just like how a vaccine works. In homeopathy, any plant, mineral or animal substance can be used as a remedy.

Alternative Medicine Treatment – Hypnotherapy

In hypnotherapy, a practitioner guides a patient into a meditative state. According to Dr Mindell, a couple of studies found that patients can desensitize their allergic response to a substance when they are under hypnosis. For example, when an allergen is injected into both arms, and the patient is told that only one arm will have an allergic reaction, the designated allergic arm typically shows a much greater allergic response later than the other arm. Hypnotherapy is often used for a wide range of conditions such as anxiety, stress-related illness, pain management and personal development.

It is increasingly common for hay fever or allergy suffers to rely on alternative medicine to reduce symptoms. When pursuing any of these alternative treatments, make sure to understand the practice well and find the experienced and well-trained practitioner.