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What was the Ninja Diet?

Introduction The Ninja diet was a form of military rations historically consumed by ninjas. The types of rations consumed included suikatsugan (水渇丸, ‘thirst pill’), hyōrōgan (兵糧丸, ‘provisions pill’), kikatsugan (飢渇丸, ‘starvation pill’), hoshii (糒しい, ‘dried boiled rice’), and katayaki (かた焼き, ‘hard-baked’, a type of traditional senbei). Bansenshukai Hunger Pills According to Hakim Isler, the 3… Read More

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What was the K Ration?

Introduction The K-ration was a United States military ration consisting of three separately boxed meal units: breakfast, dinner, and supper. It was originally intended as an individually packaged daily ration for issue to airborne troops, tank crews, motorcycle couriers, and other mobile forces for short durations. The K-ration differs from other American alphabetised rations such… Read More

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Incorporating Beta-Glucan into Military Rations

Introduction Soldiers in a military boot camp undergo arduous physical exercises and intense mental challenges associated with constant alertness. To prevent these from taking a toll on the soldiers’ overall well-being, it is crucial to adopt comprehensive nutritional plans to maintain their physical fitness and optimal performance. Beta Glucan is one such natural, nutritious option… Read More

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Can Keto Diet Enhance Military Performance?

Introduction In 2019, there was talk about the US Military making the keto diet mandatory for enlisted personnel in all service branches. The idea came from a Special Operations Command (SOCOM) proposal, believing that it would benefit soldiers due to its high-fat and low-carb focus. The proposal insisted the diet would help soldiers, especially SOCOM… Read More

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Type 23 Frigate Food & Fuels Stats

Introduction “HMS Northumberland’s sailors spent Christmas away from home as they continued their vital mission protecting UK waters and the nation’s nuclear deterrent. The Type 23 frigate was last at her home port of Devonport in late September and since then has been part of the UK Carrier Strike group during landmark operations in the… Read More

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What is Military Logistics?

Introduction Military logistics is the discipline of planning and carrying out the movement, supply, and maintenance of military forces. Outline In its most comprehensive sense, it is those aspects or military operations that deal with: Design, development, acquisition, storage, distribution, maintenance, evacuation, and disposition of materiel. Transport of personnel. Acquisition or construction, maintenance, operation, and… Read More