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Why Macadamia Nutshells Are So Hard: Nature’s Strongest Biomaterial

Discover why macadamia nutshells are the hardest in the world. Learn about their lignin-rich structure, evolutionary role, nutritional benefits, biomimetic applications, and safe cracking methods.

2025.08.23

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Chia Seed Research Frontline 2025 | A Deep Dive into Efficacy, Mucilage Function, Agronomic Innovation, and Safety

A 2025 evidence‑based guide to chia: practical benefits for beginners, plant traits and short‑day physiology, sowing and irrigation/intercropping strategies, mucilage’s multifunctional applications, clinical outcomes, and EU safety/regulation. Fully referenced and ready for a 2026 update.

2025.08.13

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Taīu Tokidoki Furu — Summer Rainstorms and the Coolness of Cucumbers

Explore Japan’s microseason of “Taīu Tokidoki Furu”—a time of summer rainstorms, leafy plant care, and seasonal cucumbers. Includes tips on disease prevention and a chilled hiyajiru recipe.

2025.08.04

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