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Juan Meme: What Is the Horse on Balcony Meme?

Popular memes have an uncanny ability to cross cultures and spread like wildfire on the Internet.

Still, some popular memes can sometimes seem beyond comprehension. It’s hard, for example, to look at a photo of a horse on a balcony with a text that reads “Juan” and immediately understand what it indicates.

For that reason, we’ll take a look at what the Juan meme means and how it came to be. We’ll also show you how to use it, so stick around!

What Does Juan Meme Mean?

The Juan meme, also known as the Horse on Balcony meme, consists of a zoomed-in low-quality image of a horse standing on a balcony and bottom text that reads “Juan.”

It usually takes on a different meaning depending on the meme format in which it’s used. On Reddit, the Juan meme is about a god-like horse that’s all-seeing and all-knowing.

This meaning most likely originates from a Spanish Fandom Wiki page that describes Juan the horse as a powerful, crime-solving racehorse that keeps an eye on Mamarre City from the balcony.

Some people, on the other hand, speculate that what makes Juan popular and funny is its similarity to the Man Horse meme and the Spanish Horse Luis meme

That said, the Juan meme is in the same league as non-sequitur, cursed image memes that go viral for their absurdist sense of humor.

How Did Juan Meme Emerge?

Before the Juan meme became popular in 2020, the image of the horse itself has been circulating on the internet since at least 2015.

The Polish Horse on Balcony

Before the original image of the Juan meme was posted to the internet, there was another horse in Poland raising all sorts of questions a year prior.

In 2014, Mirror published an article about a man who was protecting his horse from getting stolen by keeping it on the balcony.

Soon after, the scene drew the attention of onlookers, and photos of the horse on the balcony began circulating the internet—and we, internet users, know how meme-material a photo like that can be.

Original Image and Its Memefication

A year later, the original, uncropped image of the horse on the balcony was first posted to Imgur in November 2015 with the caption, “Only in Malta.”

It immediately grabbed the attention of Tumblr users and was used with bottom texts like, “I’m not like other girls.”

For several years, the unedited image had resurfaced from time to time, appearing in photoshops and numerous image macros.

The First Juan Meme

It wasn’t until June 11 of 2020 that the image became a viral meme when Instagram user graphic.design.is.mypassion posted the now-iconic Juan meme.

The Instagram post ended up receiving over 2,000 likes in less than a year, and many internet users started sharing it across many social media platforms.

Some internet users speculate that the account was having a go at the “What Animal You Are” trend but in the form of a more absurd, cursed-image meme.

How to Use It

The Juan meme is often used in a similar manner to its absurd, cursed-image trademark.

You can create your Juan meme using the image as the fourth panel in a four-panel format meme, such as this post on Reddit that received over 18,000 upvotes.

You can also make a self-aware meme that references how odd Millennial and Gen-Z humor can be, like this meme on Reddit.

Some internet users have even taken to combining the Juan meme with other images of horses standing in unusual places, such as in this video with over 47,000 views.

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Ultimate List of Cars That Start With J

When you think of cars that start with J, brands such as Jeep and Jaguar first come to mind. However, there are several other brands that belong to this category; some of which you may have never heard of before!

This article lists some of the most notable cars that start with the letter J. Let’s get right into it!

JAC

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JAC (Jianghuai Automobile Co.) is a Chinese automobile brand that was founded in 1964.

Reportedly, the company produces about 445,000 units per year to over 100 countries worldwide. It currently has over 500 dealerships and 14 assembly plants across Europe, Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, and Asia.

JAC is considered the most popular commercial vehicle brand in China. In the global market, it’s the most well-known Chinese car brand in Brazil and the second-most exported Chinese brand in the world.

Jaguar

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Founded in 1922, Jaguar is a British multinational car manufacturer known for its luxury and sports vehicles.

The company initially specialized in making sidecars for motorcycles. With a £1000 loan taken out from their parents, founders William Walmsley and William Lyons began experimenting with cars in 1927. In 1935, the first-ever Jaguar model, the SS Jaguar 100, was released.

Jaguar is owned by the Jaguar Land Rover division of Tata Motors. Some of the most popular Jaguar models include the Jaguar XK120, the Jaguar XJ, and the Jaguar E- and F-Type.

Javan

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Formerly known as Two-Thirds Limited, Javan is a sports car manufacturer established in Cornwall, Britain in 2003.

It has designed and developed the ever-famous Javan R1, a 200 bhp track-oriented speedster. The R1 is known for its highly-intricate design and impressive specs.

At the time of writing, it’s the first and only Javan model that exists, but the company made it clear that they’re planning to produce more in the upcoming future.

JAWA

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JAWA (Janeček Wanderer) is a Czechoslovakian automobile and motorcycle company founded in 1929 by František Janeček.

Although mostly known for its motorcycles, JAWA has produced several automobiles.

The company introduced its first car, the JAWA 700, in 1934. Later, they released the sports car edition of the JAWA 700 and called it the JAWA 750. The 750 was considered legendary in the history of the Czechoslovakian races.

In 1937, the JAWA 600 Minor was introduced, replacing the JAWA 700. About 14,000 vehicles were produced and exported at the time.

Jeep

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Jeep is an American-based auto-brand that manufactures crossovers and fully off-road-worthy SUVs, sports utility vehicles, and pick-ups. It has several luxury models under its belt, including the Grand Cherokee and the Grand Wagoneer.

The very first Jeep-branded product was released in 1945, but the “Jeep” trademark was only attributed to the company in 1950.

In 1953, Jeep reached international popularity and became one of the most top-selling vehicles in the United States.

Jetstream

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JetStream is a sports car manufacturer founded in Cornwall, England.

The Jetstream SC250 is the first and most popular sports car the company has produced. Although it’s geared towards track use, it’s 100% road legal. It runs on bioethanol fuel or unleaded fuel and is engineered to deliver maximum speed and performance.

The SC250 was designed by a former Ford automotive designer, Brian Rossi.

JMC

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JMC (Jiangling Motors Corporation), is a Chinese automobile brand. It started off as a repair shop in 1947 under the name Nanchang Motors Repair Factory.

The company started assembling and selling vehicles in 1968, and by 1993, the company was granted approval to establish a joint-stock company with Shenzhen Stock Exchange.

JMC mainly produces commercial vehicles like vans, SUVs, pick-ups, and light trucks.

Jösse Car

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Jösse Car is a Swedish sports car company founded in 199. It’s famous for creating the JC Indigo 3000, a two-seat open-top car powered by a Volvo 3.0-litre six-cylinder engine.

Most of the company’s sports cars were inspired by British TVR brand vehicles. The company manufactured about 44 vehicles until it was declared bankrupt in 1999.

Jowett

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Founded in 1906, Jowett manufactured light commercial vehicles and cars in  Bradford, England until it was defunct in 1955.

Jowett is believed to have produced one of England’s first real light cars. They weren’t the fastest nor the most powerful, but they were robust and cost-efficient.

Some of the most popular Jowett cars include the Jowett Lorry (1930), the Jowett 7 hp Blackbird (1932), and the Jowett 7 hp Weasel (1935).

JPX

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JPX do Brasil Ltda, or simply known as JPX, was a Brazilian automobile company that was launched in 1992 by Brazilian-German billionaire Eike Batista.

Due to Batista’s lack of experience in the automotive industry, JPX was shut down in 2002. It was Batista’s first failed company.

JPX produced approximately 3,000 units, most of which were issued to park rangers, fire departments, and the army. Today, there are about 1,000 JPX cars on the roads of Brazil.

Joest

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Joest is a sports racing car team founded in 1978 by Reinhold Joest, a former Porsche works racer.

The group has taken part in a number of sports racing competitions, including the Le Man’s series and the Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft (DTM).

However, Joest isn’t only known for its racing competitions. Throughout the years, the company has developed several impressive sports cars, including the Joest 935/78. The Joest 935/78, nicknamed “Moby Dick,” took part in the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Jimenez

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Jimenez is a sports automobile manufacturer based in France.

The Jimenez Novia W16, produced in 1995, is its one and only model. It somewhat looks like a Ferrari with exaggerated headlamps.

According to founder Ramon Jimenez, the car took 10 years to develop and cost around $855,000 to manufacture.

Conclusion

This concludes our list of cars that start with J. The brands mentioned above have all made an impact in the automotive world, however small. Although some of them have been defunct, the majority can still be purchased today.

Your One-Stop Guide to Cars That Start With H

There are hundreds of car brands in the world, but only a selected few start with the letter H. To help you find some of the best cars that start with H, I’ve listed nine of the most notable brands that have made an impact in the automotive industry. Let’s dive right in!

1. HAIMA

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Haima, officially known as FAW Haima Automobile Co., Ltd., is a Chinese car brand that manufactures passenger cars.

Founded in 1992, Haima was a joint project by the provincial government of Hainan and the Japanese multinational automaker Mazda. Together, they produced and sold several Mazda models in China.

In 2013, Haima was hailed as the 12th largest-selling Chinese automobile brand in the country, selling a whopping 157,242 passenger cars. This further solidified the brand in the Chinese market.

Haima is the second Chinese company to build a factory in Europe—particularly Bulgaria—after Litex Motors. Currently, it has an annual production capacity of about 400,000 automobiles.

2. Hummer

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Hummer is an American brand of trucks and SUVs that were first marketed in 1992.

Although it was discontinued in 2010 due to bankruptcy, it returned as a sub-brand of GMC in 2021, branded as the GMC Hummer EV. The pre-production of the EV began in November 2021 with an investment of about  $2.2 billion.

Before it was bought by GMC, Hummer sold three primary models: Hummer H1, Hummer H2, and Hummer H3. The former two were significantly bigger than other SUVs.

3. Hawtai

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Headquartered in Beijing, Hawtai is a Chinese automotive brand that manufactures cars, sedans, and SUVs.

The company had a joint venture with Hyundai Motors in 2003, allowing it to produce and sell Hyundai-branded SUVs. To this day, Hawtai continues to use some of Hyundai’s technology in its cars.

Reportedly, Hawtai has a production capacity of about 350,000 units per year. It’s also a parts supplier in China. Thanks to its diesel engine production ability, Hawtai prides itself as a clean vehicle brand.

4. Hennessey

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Hennessey is an American car tuning automotive industry founded in 1991 by John Hennessey.

The company specializes in modifying sports cars from brands such as Porsche, Ferrari, Cadillac, Lexus, and other high-powered sports cars. It also tunes pick-up trucks like Jeep Grand Cherokees and Ford Raptors, and luxury cars such as Bentleys.

Although mostly known as a car tuning company, Hennessey has produced several cars under its name. Some of the most notable ones include the Hennessey Venom 650R, the Hennessey Venom GT, and the Hennessey CTS-V.

The Hennessey Exorcist is a Chevrolet Camaro ZL1-tuned Hennessey that produces about 1,000 hp at  6,400 rpm, and 1,310 Nm of torque at 4,400 rpm.

5. Hindustan Motors

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Hindustan Motors is an Indian automotive brand based in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was considered the largest car manufacturer in the country before the rise of the Maruti Udyog.

Founded in 1942 by Mr. B.M. Birla, Hindustan Motors is one of the three original car manufacturers in India. Up until the 1980s, it was the top-selling car brand in the country.

The company manufactured the Landmaster and the Ambassador motorcars, which were both immensely popular. In fact, its popularity lasted from 1957 to 2014. Both products were inspired by the 1956 Morris Oxford series III.

In 2017, the company made an agreement with Peugeot SA to sell the Ambassador brand, including the trademark, into its name.

6. Hino

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Hino is a Japanese commercial vehicle manufacturer that mostly produces trucks, buses, and other heavy-duty vehicles. It’s considered to be the leading producer of diesel trucks.

The company’s success is mostly due to its affiliation with Toyota, the world’s most popular car brand. It’s one of the 16 companies held by the Toyota Group and considered a subsidiary of the Toyota Motor Corporation.

Hino made its name in the agriculture and transportation business. Notable Hino models include the Hino Poncho (non-step light bus), the Melpha (medium bus), and the S’elega (luxury bus).

7. Hispano-Suiza

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Hispano-Suiza is a Spanish automotive brand founded in 1904. It’s one of the few companies in Spain and France that produce aircraft engines, trucks, and luxury cars.

In 1968, the company was taken over by Snecma, a French aerospace engine manufacturer. However, the brand relaunched the Hispano-Suiza Carmen in 2019 with the help of the Peralada Group.

The Hispano-Suiza Carmen is a fully electric car with a design that was inspired by the 1938 Hispano-Suiza H6B Dubonnet Xenia. It also released the Carmen Boulogne in 2021, with a horsepower of 1114 and a max speed of 250 km/h.

8. Honda

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Honda is one of the largest Japanese automobile manufacturers in the world, second only to Toyota. It’s the first Japanese car brand to release a dedicated luxury brand—Acura—in 1986.

Founded by Soichiro Honda and Takeo Fujisawa in 1946, Honda has produced an array of products alongside automobiles and motorcycles, including marine engines, power generators, personal watercrafts, and even mountain bikes. It’s been involved with AI and robotics research since 1986, and has released its first ASIMO robot in 2000.

Honda is the second-most popular car brand in the US, with the Accord sedan and the Honda Civic compact being the most well-received in 42% of states.

9. Hyundai

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Hyundai is one of the world’s most well-known South Korean automotive brands. It’s sold in 193 countries in over 5,000 showrooms and dealerships.

Although founded in 1967, Hyundai only started selling cars in the US in 1986. That year, the company set a record of selling the most automobiles in its first year of business in a foreign country. In total, Hyundai sold about 168,882 units in that year.

Hyundai now operates in the world’s largest automobile factory in Ulsan, South Korea. It currently owns about 33% of Kia Corporation and fully owns Genesis Motor and Ioniq.

Conclusion

There you have it, folks; 9 of the most noteworthy cars that start with H!

To keep it as up-to-date as possible, I’ve not included defunct brands or those that are no longer in operation. You’ll likely find the above-mentioned brands in several showrooms if you’re interested in getting one yourself.

So, which of the nine models is your favorite?

100 Most Unique Fantasy Last Names for Your Fiction Characters

Fantasy has always been one of the most arduous genres to write for because of the mastery of world-building it requires to make your book successful. It has taken accomplished novelists years, sometimes decades, to complete a best-selling fantasy series.

Are you working on your own fantasy fiction series? Coming up with creative names can be one of the worst roadblocks when writing fantasy fiction. To make things a bit easier and help you move things along, here is a curated list of 100 unique and creative fantasy last names you can give to your fictional characters.

How Do You Pick a Fantasy Last Name? (Easy Tips)

Here are some actionable tips you can incorporate when selecting a fantasy last name that suits your character.

#1. The surname should work with the first and middle names.

#2. The names of your primary characters should be catchy and fun to enunciate.

#3. If you’re giving your character an unusual surname, remember to give it an equally unusual medley of traits, background, and role in the story.

#4. If you’re having a hard time selecting a name, start by narrowing it down to 10 and then 5 and so on. Feel free to call your friends or acquaintances for some inputs. Writing is an interpersonal art, so being open to suggestions is imperative.

#5. To avoid confusion, make sure no two characters have the same surnames unless they’re somehow related.

#6. Do not use celebrity names that are already well-known.

#7. Consider the time, birthplace, and culture or family history of the character. The character names should feel at home with the setting of the story.

#8. Try to minimize the use of edgy names like Razor, Blaze, or Johnny as much as you can.

Powerful Fantasy Last Names

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Here are some heavy-hitting fantasy last names that suggest power for your most triumphant characters.

#1. Youngblood

#2. Chanassard

#3. Moses

#4. Cyprus

#5. Einar

#6. Lightfoot

#7. Sierra

#8. Morozov

#9. Bartlby-Everson

#10. Scardino

#11. Stapleton

#12. Yates

#13. Endo

#14. Marblemaw

#15. Gannon

#16. Apatow

#17. Draper

#18. Eslinger

#19. Kobayashi

#20. Xanthos

Cool Fantasy Last Names

Cool characters are the ones that everyone wishes they were, co-characters and readers included. Here are some cool fantasy names for the most prolific and mysterious characters of your series.

#21. Boneflare

#23. Crowstrike

#23. Credieu

#24. Hallowswift

#25. Illfate

#26. Pellelles

#27. Karenina

#28. Oliveira

#29. Quellings

#30. Roronoa

#31. Smirnov

#32. Longshard

#33. Sawyer

#34. Hazerider

#35. Ludovico

#36. Yonko

#37. Castellan

#38. Lonerider

#39. Langston

#40. Kami

Unique Fantasy Last Names

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Building a world unlike anything your genre or the world has ever seen? Here are some ideas for fantasy last names the world has never seen.

#41. Brichazac

#42. Mycroft

#43. Nadir

#44. Alomora

#45. Abednego

#46. Killua

#47. Meruem

#48. Nandishi

#49. Neferpitou

#50. Mirthmantle

#51. Menthuthuyoupi

#52. Embershadow

#53. Jacaranda

#54. Yadao

#55. Shaiapouf

#56. Zoldyck

#57. Netero

#58. Troupe

#59. Swindells

#60. Swiatek

Magical Fantasy Last Names

It takes some nuance to name magical characters like wizards, witches, elves, mages, mythical creatures, or conjurors. Here are some unique magical last names that will elevate your character’s potential.

#60. Sacredpelt

#61. Vespertine

#62. Brendina

#63. Griffin

#64. Chanalet

#65. Glenwillow

#66. Elfscribe

#67. Rapidclaw

#68. Godfrey

#69. Riddle

#70. Echethier

#71. Lucifer

#72. Lionbeam

#73. Titanbrooke

#74. Mistbinder

#75. Flameshaper

#76. Hydrabreath

#77. Starshield

#78. Voidsun

#79. Horsecut

#80. Stormbane

Royal Fantasy Last Names

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Just like with magical characters, naming characters of royal families also requires some thought. Royal fantasy names need to be bold, polished, and mature.

#81. Belmont

#82. Festus

#83. Morrow

#84. Dupier

#85. Holloway

#86. Gaillot

#87. Montecristoph

#88. Maignes

#89. Hammond

#90. Nolan

#91. Lancaster

#92. Cretillon

#93. Montarac

#94. Byers

#95. Lomadieu

#96. Hampton

#97. Betillon

#98. Durham

#99. Cliffdane

#100. Doyle

40 Absolute Best Baseball Walk Up Songs of All-Time

Using walk-up songs to build hype and commemorate legendary TV moments has been part of lore in American sports. It’s the entrance music that’s blasted for each player as they walk to the home plate to bat.

Players tend to pick a song that best compliments their personality and background. It may be because without a rousing walk-up song, you only get half the needed adrenaline from the audience for them to enjoy the game. So, here are 40 of the absolute best baseball walk up songs of all time that never disappoint.

Do Baseball Players Have Walk-Up Songs?

Yes, they do. This is also an opportunity for the players to show some of their individuality or represent their people with their walk-up song choice. Some players prefer rock and roll while others prefer more patriotic themes. It’s up to each player but the audience goes crazy for it.

Walk-up songs are common for all sports and entertainment shows in America like WWE. Some shows take it even further by giving each of their players a custom song. But not all baseball players take their walk-up song seriously. It’s only 15-30 seconds long, and the real glory comes from hitting home runs. Nonetheless, showmanship is an important trait.

Most Popular Baseball Walk-Up Songs

Here are some of the most popular baseball walk up songs of all time. They’ve been used by players for years, sometimes for the entirety of their careers. It’s a rare but beautiful thing when a song matches a player’s energy, and these are the best examples.

#1. Ozzy Osbourne, “Crazy Train” — Chipper Jones

#2. Metallica, “Enter Sandman” — Mariano Rivera

#3. X, “Wild Thing” — Ricky Vaughn

#4. Jump Around, “House Of Pain” — Manny Parra, Brian Wilson

#5 Guns N’ Roses, “Welcome To The Jungle” — Randy Johnson

#6. The Lion King, “Circle Of Life” — Yoenis Cespedes

#7. The Notorious B.I.G., “Big Poppa” — David Ortiz

#8. Wham!, “Careless Whisper” — Josh Reddick

Baseball Walk-Up Songs for Youth

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Baseball is an old sport with many old players, so there are a lot of songs younglings may not recognize. However, there are a few incredibly popular current songs and songs popular with young people that have been repurposed for baseball walk ups.

#9. Kendrick Lamar, “Humble” — Manny Machado

#10. DMX, “Party Up (Up in Here)” — Joe Kelly

#11. The White Stripes, “Seven Nation Army” — Stephen Strasburg

#12. 2Pac ft. Dr. Dre, “California Love” — Kenley Jansen

#13. AC/DC, “Thunderstruck” — John Smotlz, Noah Syndergaard

#14. Taylor Swift, “Bad Blood” — Anthony Rizzo

#15. The Outfield, “Your Love” — Charlie Blackmon

#16. Nelly, “Here Comes The Boom” — Randal Grichuk

Funny Baseball Walk-Up Songs

A lot of baseball players have an incredible sense of humor, and they like to show it by picking out songs that best exemplify their silliness. These songs have caused gales of laughter and uproar among fans.

#17. Will Smith, “The Fresh Prince of Bel Air Theme Song” — Will Smith

#18. Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson Lopex, “Do You Want To Build A Snowman?” — Zach Walters

#19. DMX, “X Gon Give It To Ya” — Xavier Nady

#20. The Clash, “I Fought The Law” — Derek Law

#21. A-ha, “Take On Me” — Michael Morse

#22. Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, “The Nutcracker Theme” — Adrian Beltre

#23. Ricky Martin, “Livin’ La Vida Loca” — Nick Swisher.

#24. Leslie Gore, “It’s My Party And I’ll Cry If I Want To” — Tony La Russa

Country Baseball Walk-Up Songs

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A lot of players from countries like to use walk-up songs that are more connected with their country roots. Here are some of the most popular country music walk-ups used in baseball.

#25. The Cadillac Three, “The South” — Cameron Rupp

#26. Darius Rucker, “Wagon Wheel” — Bryce Harper

#27. Kip Moore, “I am To Blame” — Max Muncy

#28. Kip Moore, “Wild Ones” — Kyle Seager

#29. Johnny Cash, “God’s Gonna Cut You Down” — Lance Berkman

#30. Jason Aldean, “I Use What I Got” — Jon Lester

#31. Dierk Bentley, “Burning Man” — Chris Lanetta

#32. Sturgill Simpson, “It Ain’t All Flowers” — Wade Miley

Weird Baseball Walk-Up Songs

Here are some songs no one would’ve ever thought could be used for baseball walk ups one day.

#33. Ram Jam, “Black Betty” — Ian Kinsler

#34. Spongebob, “The Spongebob Theme Songs” — Carlos Gomez

#35. Jurassic Park, “Main Theme” — Brent Suter

#36. The Rembrandts, “I’ll Be There For You” — Wilmer Flores

#37. Beck, “Loser” — Derek Lowe

#38. Bananarama, “Cruel Summer” — Kelly Johnson

#39. Carly Rae Jespen, “Call Me Maybe” — Freddie Freeman

#40. Tool, “Stinkfist” — David Freese

Pig Names: 130 Fantastic Ideas to Inspire You

When you think of pets, you most likely think of a cat, dog, or even fish or a bird. However, pigs also make for caring and lovable pets. So if you want to be the talk of the town, then getting a pig is definitely one way to do it. Plus, if you give your new porky sidekick a cool name, then you’ll go from being unique, to unforgettable.

To help you brainstorm some ideas, here’s our list of the best pig names for your latest addition to the family.

Best Pet Pig Names1. Funny Pig NamesOinkTwirlyHoofsBubblesSnoutCaptain BaconCorkyPigglesZoinksSnufflesSooeyBaconFrankfurterSkilletBiscuitSizzlePancettaHoagieMudpie2. Famous Pig NamesPeppaBabePigletWilburNapoleonHammPumbaWaddlesPorky PigSpider pigMiss Piggy3. Cute Pig Names

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BubblesBoopBibiTrufflesChubbyPennyMitziChorizoHot dogWigglesHammyBurgerCarrotsBuns4. Clever Pig NamesTeacupBitesizeSkinnySlimHam SoloRoll BagginsPigsqueakShortyHogwartsHogsmeadMini-meat5. Badass Pig NamesRamboTerminatorShredderAzogTankBazookaCaesarBulletGeneralColonel6. Cool Pig Names

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UsainMaximusSpartacusPlatoAristotleZeusAresVulcanHecateAthenaWarriorBladeBarbarianEcho7. Male Pig NamesCharlieOtisSebastianDiggerMugsyBartMickeyHugoMartinLarryRexMarshallOrvilleGeorgeClydeWaldoEddieOswaldLesterNorman8. Female Pig NamesSophiePeggySavannahPrincessNutmegCoralDuchessQueenieHarperMayPlumSparklesPeachesAppleBlossomHoneyMollyLavenderRosyJewelDiamondCherrySandyBonny

How Long Can Breast Milk Stay Out After Warming: Storage Tips

As a working mom, you have to juggle between work and raising your infant. Fortunately, you can now pump and store your breast milk to ensure that your baby has enough milk to feed on while you are away for work or other important chores.

But how long can breast milk stay out after warming? This article offers you some useful tips on how to store your breast milk to prolong its shelf life.

How Long Can Breast Milk Stay Out After Warming?

To be on the safe side, you should start counting the 24 hours when your frozen breast milk is completely liquefied, not from the time you remove it from the freezer. Once you bring your breast milk to room temperature or warm it, it must be used within two hours.

If there is any leftover milk after feeding your baby, throw it away within two hours. You can’t refreeze your breastmilk after it thawing it.

The main reason why you should use your thawed breast milk as soon as possible is that bacteria start to grow more rapidly when the milk is warmed. Therefore, the longer it stays unused, the more dangerous it becomes to your baby. Also, when you are thawing your frozen breast milk, be sure to thaw the oldest one first.

Several factors determine how long breast milk can be stored, including the milk volume, temperature fluctuations in the fridge or freezer, room temperature when the milk is expressed, and sanitation of the storage area.

Also, you have to follow specific storage and preparation practices to maintain the quality of your expressed breast milk and for the sake of your baby’s health. There are different procedures for storing breast milk at different temperatures.

Also, you don’t have to warm your breast milk when feeding your baby. You can simply serve it at room temperature. But if you want to warm it, there are some important steps you have to follow. For instance, you have to keep the container completely sealed. You shouldn’t warm your breast milk directly on the cooker or in the microwave.

Instead, you should place the sealed container with breast milk into a bowl of warm water or just hold it under warm running water for two or three minutes.

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While you warm your breast milk, keep testing its temperature to ensure that it doesn’t become too hot for your infant. Just put a few drops on your wrist to check its temperature. You should also swirl your warm breast milk thoroughly to synthesize the fat that may have separated.

Can I Put the Milk Back in the Fridge After Warming?

As mentioned above, you can’t refreeze your breast milk after thawing it. Also, you can’t put it in the fridge after warming it. However, if you want to reuse the bottle within the two-hour deadline, you can put it in the fridge, rewarm it, or just keep it at room temperature.

Refrigeration helps to slow down bacteria growth, but you should not exceed the two-hour limit for the safety of your baby.

It’s also important to note that “complete thawing” means that the milk doesn’t have any ice crystals. So, if still there are some ice crystals in your breast milk, CDC considers it safe to put it back in the freezer. But fully thawed breast milk should never be refrozen. It’s also important to add that the room temperature determined how quickly your breast milk becomes unsafe for your baby.

Can You Reheat Breast Milk More Than Once?

The simple answer is yes. You can reheat your breast milk, but only once. Studies have shown that it is unsafe to reheat breast milk that has been partially consumed more than once, since reheating it would extinguish the good bacteria and nutrients found in breast milk.

Also, you should make sure that the reheated breast milk is used within four hours since it will have bacteria from the baby’s mouth.

So, if your reheated breast milk remains unused for more than four hours, it should be discarded immediately. As mentioned above, reheating breast milk depends on several factors, including the way you store it and how long it stays out of the freezer.

When You Shouldn’t Reheat Your Breast Milk

While it is okay to reheat your breast milk, there are instances when you shouldn’t. For example, you shouldn’t reheat your breast milk when if it has been sitting outside for over half an hour or if it was partially consumed by your baby. Bad bacteria from the baby’s mouth may have already contaminated it, making it dangerous to consume.

If your breast milk is already ruined from improper storage or after leaving it outside for so long, don’t reheat or give it to your baby. The easiest way to know if breast milk has gone bad is through odor. Since breast milk loses its immunologic properties when it is reheated, you shouldn’t reheat yours repeatedly, especially if your baby is sick.

Instead, you should feed your baby with a fresh bottle of breast milk from the fridge. Make sure the fresh bottle of breast milk is properly heated before feeding your baby. Don’t reheat breast milk that had been previously frozen, because thawed breast milk only has very little amount of living immune cells, which prevents contamination.

Tips on How to Store Breast Milk

Storing, freezing, and feeding breast milk is quite easy if you follow the right procedures. Make sure you follow these simple rules and ensure you are doing it safely.

How to Store Fresh Breast Milk

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Always follow the 4-4-6 Rule when storing your freshly expressed breast milk.

Good for 4 hours at room temperature (77° F or colder)Good for 4 days in the fridge (40° F or colder)Good for 6 months in the freezer (up to one year is acceptable)Store in small raises (1-3 oz) to avoid wastageStore in BPA free storage bags or bottlesPut a date on your milk storage container or bag indicating when it was expressed and the number of ouncesWhen freezing your breast milk, lay the storage bags flat to create a nice, thin bag of frozen breast milk that is easy to store in your freezerHow to Store Thawed or Previously Frozen Breast Milk

For this type of breast milk, follow the 2-1-0 Rule. Note that the times itemized are from the time the breast milk was completely thawed, not the time it was removed from the freezer.

Up to 2 hours at room temperature (77° F or colder)UP to 1 day (24 hours) in the refrigerator (40° F or colder)Zero time back in the freezer (never refreeze breast milk once you’ve thawed it fully)

Does your baby refuse to take thawed breast milk? Does your thawed breast milk smell or taste soapy? If so, it could have excess lipase, which breaks down more rapidly at colder temperatures. In that case, you should try to scald your breast milk before freezing it to remove the excess lipase. You should also reach out to an International Board of Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) examiner to create a plan that works for you.

What If You Have Excess Breast Milk?

If you’ve pumped too much breast milk at once and you don’t want to discard it, you should store it in a deep freezer. Breast milk can remain safe in a deep freezer for up to one year. If you do not have a deep freezer, you can donate it to a breast milk bank.

There are so many milk banks that have made it easy for women to donate stored breast milk. Alternatively, you can use excess breast milk to wash your baby. Breast milk is great for the baby’s skin.

The Ultimate Guide to Beard Styles: Long, Medium, Short Beards

If you want to grow your beard, grooming it is non-negotiable. It takes time to get a good hand at grooming and finding the best style for you, so it’s best to start early. Having a beard that suits your face will not only help you leave a strong impression on people but also improve your self-confidence.

A well-groomed beard suggests class, professionalism, and etiquette. Here’s an ultimate guide to trending short, medium, and long beard styles to finesse your face and boost your appearance.

Different Beard StylesShortDefined Lines

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Defined lines accentuate the jawline and chin, making them look sharper and more chiseled. It’s the best beard style for a perfectionist. The goatee only needs to be partially shaved, and you will need to use a razor around the edges to get those smooth lines.

Thin And Thick

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Thin and Thick beards give your face an elegant and mature look and project strength. It’s an easy style to achieve. All you have to do is take a pair of clippers and give yourself a thin beard, leaving the sideburns slightly longer. It’s a much more natural-looking alternative to fading and tapering.

Classic Shorter Length Beard

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This style gives you a naturally clean look. It gives your beard the appearance of being grown naturally, when in fact it’s trimmed close to the skin. To achieve this look, you need to leave the outline of your beard and neck area growing naturally. Only trim the hairline and sideburns.

Mustache And Chin Strap

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If you are unable to grow a full beard, this is the perfect style for you. Shave all of your beard area except for your mustache and the hair along the jawline. Make sure your chin strap is of even length to your mustache.

MediumBeard With an Undercut

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If you’re looking for a simple beard style that’s quick and easy to maintain, just give your beard an undercut using a pair of scissors. It’s a popular choice because it offers variety and is suitable for both warm and cold climates.

Long Ducktail

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If you have exceptional chin beard growth, here’s an exciting style for you to try out. It’s not the most elegant style but gives your face a lot more character. It also accentuates your jawline and other masculine features.

All you have to do is grow your beard out for a few months and use a clipper to give it the shape of a duck’s tail. If you want to add some elegance, long ducktails pair well with a slicked-back hairstyle.

Lengthen Your Chin

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This style works best for men with small faces. It lengthens your chin and makes your jaw look slightly bigger. You can do this with long or medium hair, but it’s probably better if you went with the medium length. It’s a lot more comfortable. The style is very easy to achieve. You just need to let your beard grow naturally and trim it evenly.

Full Beard

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A full beard with medium hair is a simple look that requires no grooming. It’s not too complicated or high maintenance, and as long as you maintain your beard with a comb and beard oil, full beards can look classy too. The best part is, it goes with every haircut.

LongTriangular

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If you want to keep a long beard and still look well-groomed, this is the perfect style for you. However, it’s not easy to achieve; you may need to visit a professional barber. This style requires ample growth and straight hair that can be shaped into anything. The sharper your jawline, the more regally you can pull this style off.

Round

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A round long beard is the easiest style to achieve with long facial hair. It doesn’t require much grooming except perhaps giving a trim around the edges with a pair of scissors. If you have a round face, this look will be the most natural for you.

Square

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Square long beards are not the most conventional choice, but if you want a look that portrays rough masculinity, it’s the best beard style. It adds more width and density to your face, making you seem bigger. This style is best for burly men with exceptional hair growth.

Wavy Long Beard

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A wavy long beard suggests the peak of maturity, wisdom, inner strength, and authority. You need to have naturally wavy hair and ample follicle growth to get this. Wavy long beards are best suited for middle-aged and aging men as it compensates for the receding hairline.

Detailed List of Weather Symbols and Their Meanings

Do you always find the various symbols on your smartphone’s weather app or TV confusing? Would you like to update yourself with all the necessary information about different types of weather symbols, along with their meanings and illustrations? If so, this article provides you with a detailed list of weather symbols and their meanings.

What Are Weather Symbols?

Weather symbols are the graphical representations of various atmospheric conditions commonly used in meteorological forecasts to show current and future weather conditions. Although these symbols are commonly used alongside a synoptic weather map, they can also be shown separately. Weather symbols are placed on the synoptic map along with the position of weather stations gathering information about the weather and details of different weather elements.

The location of each meteorological station is indicated by a small circle, while its weather report is plotted in and around the circle. Other important elements, such as temperature and pressure, are keyed in as plain figures. Others, like the amount of rain, snow, cloud, and fog, are represented as universally approved symbols.

For instance, cloud cover at a certain time is shown by filling in some parts of the circle. The larger the fill, the bigger the cloud cover, which is measured in eighths or oktas. Wind direction is characterized by an arrow showing where the wind is coming. The speed of the wind is shown by “feathers” on the wind arrow. A short feather indicates 5 knots, while a larger one shows 10 knots. You will also find a long and short feather that indicates 15 knots.

Temperature is measured in degrees Celsius to the nearest whole degree. At every station, pressure is standardized to sea-level pressure, which is often measured in millibars. Since the pressure is almost always between 950 and 1050 millibars, sometimes the hundreds figure for the pressure is left out with the assumption that it is understood. For instance, a pressure of 987.8 millibars can be shown as 878, while that of 1014.3 millibars can be written as 143.

Different Weather Symbols and Their Meanings1. Cloud Cover

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Clouds are classified into different categories, based on their appearance and the altitude at which they are located. Cloud cover is the percentage of sections of the sky which is covered by clouds, further a direct impact on the local weather. Cumulus clouds appear as semicircles, while cumulonimbus is a semicircle with a trapezium on top.

Altocumulus cloud appears as two semicircles hinged to each other, while the cirrus clouds are drawn as lines with curves. Altostratus is drawn in the form of an acute angle. So, the clouds in weather symbols look more or less the same as they appear in the atmosphere.

Cloud cover is presented in the form of a circle that can be divided into equal portions. Some of these parts may be colored, depending on the amount of the cloud cover. If the sky is fully covered, it is presented as a clack circle, while specifically darkened quadrants show the sky cover in the form of segments, such as two-tenths, five-tenths, six-tenths, and so on. A no-clouds symbol is shown as a completely colorless or white circle. Sometimes, both the sky cover and cloud type symbols are shown together to offer more data from the studied areas.

2. Weather Fronts

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Also referred to as front-line borders, weather fronts show the line of separation between hot and cold air masses present in either high or low-pressure regions. Letter ‘H’ in blue signifies a high-pressure area, while the letter ‘L’ in red represents a low-pressure area. A high-pressure area is caused by atmospheric air under increasing pressure which drops towards the land surface, while a low-pressure area is characterized by reducing the pressure of air that goes upwards.

A cold front is characterized by a blue-colored curved line with triangular points, which show the direction of the wind. On the other hand, a warm front is characterized by curved red-colored lines with rounded or semi-circular points that lean towards the direction of the wind. When the two lines meet in particular areas, they create static front – boundaries that don’t indicate much movement and are characterized by interchanging points of the two front types.

These boundaries can move forward or backward every day, with each point showing more or less similar strength. When a cold front overpowers a hot one, it is characterized by a purple line, with both curved and triangular points leaning in the same direction. This helps you to understand the approach of a storm.

3. Rain

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Rain symbols are very common on many modern gadgets. Two dots that are close to each other show average rainfall, while four dots show heavy rainfall. Extremely heavy showers and snowfall are characterized by triangular lines.

Fog or mist is characterized by three to four straight horizontal lines. Most triangular symbols signify violent rain, and if they are accompanied by other extensions, they show showers with snow and hail, or rain with snow occurrence. These signs vary in appearance and positioning, based on the setup in which they are observed.

The most conventional triangular symbols are readily available on most of the latest devices. Ins some cases, the four dots indicating heavy rainfall might be located close to each other, or even in a closed-loop format. Another notable characteristic of triangular symbols is that they can be combined with several other common symbols that represent weather.

For instance, if the fog symbol of three horizontal parallel lines is shown in front of the sun weather symbol, it can be interpreted to mean partially foggy or fog with mild sunlight. If sun and rain droplets are presented together, it means that rain is accompanied by low-intensity sunlight.

4. Wind Speed and Direction

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Wind speed and direction signs are the simplest weather symbols, especially since they are represented as lines drawn with long or short extensions known as barbs. The least powerful ones are characterized by a circular symbol and may have a speed of between 0 – 5 knots.

A short extension indicates the presence of an additional velocity of 5 knots, while a long extension shows an additional velocity of 10 knots. A triangular barb shows a speed of 50 knots.

If the end of the line is open, it shows the direction towards which the currents are flowing. A knot is a measuring unit of wind current speed, and 1 knot represents about 1.15 miles per hour. Barbs are always drawn progressively, with the ones that have the highest value appearing near the end. The ones with the lowest value appear on the middle part of the line.

If a line comes from the south straight upwards, it shows that the wind is flowing in the northern direction. If this wind current is indicated with two short and long extensions each, accompanied by a triangular point, it means that the wind is blowing at a speed of 80 knots. And if two lines are present, it shows two separate currents are passing through an area with different intensities.

5. Sunny Conditions

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A sunny symbol is the most familiar of all the weather signs. It indicates sunny conditions and clear skies. This symbol is also pretty straightforward and hardly used in any other way than to show exactly these weather conditions.

6. Thunderstorm

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This symbol depicts thunderstorms with strong winds, lightning, and heavy rain. It is one of the weather symbols that you should never ignore, mainly because of the dangerous weather conditions that go with this weather event.

7. Hail Storm

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This symbol shows a hail (frozen water) storm. Hail is often associated with thunderstorms because of the similar weather conditions that generate both.

8. Light Snow Shower

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This symbol means that a light shower of snow (a bunch of ice rocks) is likely to fall. This symbol should bother you so much, especially if you live in an area familiar with regular snowfall.

But if it happens in an area that rarely experiences snowfall, you should be concerned, especially because the weather event could be accompanied by serious conditions such as a drastic drop in temperature and slippery roads.

9. Heavy Snow Shower

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This symbol indicates that a heavy shower of snow is about to fall. Since this weather event is normally accompanied by potentially dangerous conditions, you should take care.

10. Mist

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Mist is just a high concentration of micro water droplets in the air near the ground’s surface. The mist symbol indicates damp weather conditions with adjustable degrees of low visibility. You should take care, especially if you are driving.

11. Drizzle

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The drizzle symbol means that a very fine form of rain is about to occur. Although the water droplets are almost unnoticeable, you shouldn’t ignore this sign because a drizzle can be very persistent, leaving you thoroughly drenched over time.

12. Sleet

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This weather symbol usually indicates a combination of rain and snow and even small ice pellets.

13. Tropical Storm

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This weather symbol predicts a tropical storm and is not often used in a weather forecast. But when you see it, you should pay serious attention because a tropical storm is destructive enough on its own. Also, a tropical storm can turn into a hurricane very quickly. It’s needless to emphasize how powerful and damaging a hurricane can be.

A Guide to the Nutritional Value and Calories in Gyro Meat

When it comes to street food, few things can top gyros, one of the most famous dishes of Greek cuisine. However, street food isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when trying to find food high in nutrients. So, let’s break down the nutritional benefits and calories in gyro meat.

Gyros Origins and Ingredients

Gyros (sometimes also called gyro) is a tasty Greek dish that you can find in many places around the world. It is a meat-based dish cooked on a vertical rotisserie, most often made with pork, although chicken variants also exist.

Gyros originated in Greece as a variation of the doner kebab, and it was brought there by the exiled Greek population of the Ottoman Empire. The name “gyros” means “circle” or “turn.” It is a translation of the word “döner,” which has the same meaning in Turkish.

Outside of Greece, gyros is also often made from beef, lamb, or mixed meat. In the U.S., it tends to be made mainly with lamb meat. Most restaurants usually serve it in pita bread with tzatziki, onions, french fries, and sliced tomatoes.

However, there are also many regional variations. For example, in northern Greece, people use ketchup and mustard instead of tzatziki, while the Cypriots tend to omit tzatziki in favor of more vegetables.

Nutritional Contents of Gyros

Gyros is a meat dish, which means it is high in protein. In gyro meat, you can find plenty of valuable minerals and vitamins necessary for your body to work properly and stay healthy. On the other hand, it is also high in fat and cholesterol, which are generally detrimental to your body.

However, the high-fat percentage can be more suitable for those who are on a special diet, such as keto. In addition, gyro meat doesn’t have any carbohydrates, which is perfect for the keto diet and won’t make you feel bloated.

Calories in Gyro Meat

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Now, let’s get into the nitty-gritty of calories. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, a gyro dish tends to have around 3.5 ounces of lamb meat, which is about 217 calories and 0.9oz of protein.

However, a gyro sandwich isn’t always necessarily made with lamb; often, it is made with pork or chicken. In that case, the nutritional values will obviously differ.

The same amount of pork has around 136 calories and 0.8oz of protein. As you can see, pork has an overall lower nutritional value than lamb. Chicken, on the other hand, is number one when it comes to protein with 1oz per serving. However, it packs less energy than lamb but about the same as pork: 136 calories per serving,

Still, eating a gyros dish is not just about meat. If we factor in the pita bread (about 2.7oz) and french fries (about one cup), that’s another 367 calories. To put it another way, there aren’t that many calories in gyro meat itself. It’s actually everything else that goes into a gyro sandwich that raises the calorie count.

According to the University of Illinois Extension, the average gyro sandwich contains about 445 calories, 1.2 ounces of carbohydrates, and 1.5 ounces of protein. It also contains 100mg (0.003oz) of cholesterol and 0.5oz of fat. That means you should not eat gyros every day unless you’re burning all of that energy you consume.

On the other hand, gyros is a great meal for anyone that leads a more active lifestyle, especially if you’re on an alternative diet like keto. Gyro meat can be a healthy and delicious addition to a keto diet due to its good fat and protein content.

Unfortunately, if you are strictly observing the rules of keto, you will have to ditch the pita bread and french fries.