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Icelandic Vikings | We Will Rock You
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"FIRST thing to mention. Some of the snacks we tried are not Icelandic - they are from other Scandinavian countries. For example, the snack starting with S...."
"Iceland is an amazing country and they have some unusual snacks. For example, dried / salted cod. Iceland has a lot of fish and not much grass or vegetables, so it makes sense that fish in all forms would be common."
TRYING ICELANDIC SNACKS
"Iceland is an amazing country and they have some unusual snacks. For example, dried / salted cod. Iceland has a lot of fish and not much grass or vegetables, so it makes sense that fish in all forms would be common."
TRYING ICELANDIC SNACKS
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That was fun!
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Health, Grooming, and Medicine in the Viking Age
"Health. Studies of burial remains from the Viking age suggest that good health and long life were possible for at least some of the population. For example, a recent study of 11th and 12th century skeletal remains from Skeljastaðir in Iceland showed that the population was generally healthy. But that is not to say that life was free of disease and pestilence."
"The Skeljastaðir remains also suggest that oral health was generally good. Compared to modern western diets, the Viking-age diet had more coarse food, fewer refined foods, and much less sugar. Accordingly, the Viking-age teeth show considerable wear, but few instances of dental caries or decay."
"Similarly, skeletal remains of elderly people show fractures that have healed, implying that elderly people were cared for."
"An example of battlefield medicine is described in chapter 234 of Óláfs saga helga. Þormóðr was wounded by an arrow in his side. He broke off the shaft and supported his companions in the fight as best he could. After the battle had been lost, he left the field and entered the hut where the healer women were tending the wounded. One of the women inspected the wound and could see the iron arrow head, but could not determine its path to determine what internal organs it had struck. She gave Þormóðr a hot broth, containing leeks and onions and other herbs. If, after eating it, she could smell the broth from his wound, she would know that vital parts had been injured, and that the wound was fatal."
"Þormóðr refused the broth. Instead, he directed the woman to cut into the wound to expose the iron arrow head. He grabbed hold of the arrow head with pincers and pulled it out. Seeing fatty fibers on the arrow head, Þormóðr said, "See how well the king keeps his men. There is fat by my heart," and he died."
"Health. Studies of burial remains from the Viking age suggest that good health and long life were possible for at least some of the population. For example, a recent study of 11th and 12th century skeletal remains from Skeljastaðir in Iceland showed that the population was generally healthy. But that is not to say that life was free of disease and pestilence."
"The Skeljastaðir remains also suggest that oral health was generally good. Compared to modern western diets, the Viking-age diet had more coarse food, fewer refined foods, and much less sugar. Accordingly, the Viking-age teeth show considerable wear, but few instances of dental caries or decay."
"Similarly, skeletal remains of elderly people show fractures that have healed, implying that elderly people were cared for."
"An example of battlefield medicine is described in chapter 234 of Óláfs saga helga. Þormóðr was wounded by an arrow in his side. He broke off the shaft and supported his companions in the fight as best he could. After the battle had been lost, he left the field and entered the hut where the healer women were tending the wounded. One of the women inspected the wound and could see the iron arrow head, but could not determine its path to determine what internal organs it had struck. She gave Þormóðr a hot broth, containing leeks and onions and other herbs. If, after eating it, she could smell the broth from his wound, she would know that vital parts had been injured, and that the wound was fatal."
"Þormóðr refused the broth. Instead, he directed the woman to cut into the wound to expose the iron arrow head. He grabbed hold of the arrow head with pincers and pulled it out. Seeing fatty fibers on the arrow head, Þormóðr said, "See how well the king keeps his men. There is fat by my heart," and he died."
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Eat Like a Viking: How the Icelandic Diet Can Keep You Healthy and Depression-Free During the Winter
Nordic meals are usually salted and simple.
"People suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) will often experience depression, decreased libido, social isolation, loss of appetite, and feelings of hopelessness — among other symptoms — during the long winter months. However, despite the prevalence of SAD in North America and much of Europe, the opposite seems to be the case in Iceland."
"Despite being one of the coldest countries in the world — and having the name to prove it — Icelanders are some of the happiest people in the world, according to a ranking published by Bloomberg. But why is that? Well, according to many nutrition experts, the secret to Icelanders’ happiness lies in what they eat."
"Icelanders make up for the decreased sunlight by eating plenty of fish."
"At first glance, the Icelandic diet might be off-putting for many foreigners — after all, local delicacies like fermented shark, sour ram’s testicles and cod tongues aren’t your everyday meal. Yet, a closer look reveals a population fed with fresh products, healthy fats, and lots of fish that provide plenty of fodder for the long winter days." (READ MORE)
Nordic meals are usually salted and simple.
"People suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) will often experience depression, decreased libido, social isolation, loss of appetite, and feelings of hopelessness — among other symptoms — during the long winter months. However, despite the prevalence of SAD in North America and much of Europe, the opposite seems to be the case in Iceland."
"Despite being one of the coldest countries in the world — and having the name to prove it — Icelanders are some of the happiest people in the world, according to a ranking published by Bloomberg. But why is that? Well, according to many nutrition experts, the secret to Icelanders’ happiness lies in what they eat."
"Icelanders make up for the decreased sunlight by eating plenty of fish."
"At first glance, the Icelandic diet might be off-putting for many foreigners — after all, local delicacies like fermented shark, sour ram’s testicles and cod tongues aren’t your everyday meal. Yet, a closer look reveals a population fed with fresh products, healthy fats, and lots of fish that provide plenty of fodder for the long winter days." (READ MORE)
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I went further into these stories via your link. Fascinating!Health, Grooming, and Medicine in the Viking Age
"Health. Studies of burial remains from the Viking age suggest that good health and long life were possible for at least some of the population. For example, a recent study of 11th and 12th century skeletal remains from Skeljastaðir in Iceland showed that the population was generally healthy. But that is not to say that life was free of disease and pestilence."
"The Skeljastaðir remains also suggest that oral health was generally good. Compared to modern western diets, the Viking-age diet had more coarse food, fewer refined foods, and much less sugar. Accordingly, the Viking-age teeth show considerable wear, but few instances of dental caries or decay."
"Similarly, skeletal remains of elderly people show fractures that have healed, implying that elderly people were cared for."
"An example of battlefield medicine is described in chapter 234 of Óláfs saga helga. Þormóðr was wounded by an arrow in his side. He broke off the shaft and supported his companions in the fight as best he could. After the battle had been lost, he left the field and entered the hut where the healer women were tending the wounded. One of the women inspected the wound and could see the iron arrow head, but could not determine its path to determine what internal organs it had struck. She gave Þormóðr a hot broth, containing leeks and onions and other herbs. If, after eating it, she could smell the broth from his wound, she would know that vital parts had been injured, and that the wound was fatal."
"Þormóðr refused the broth. Instead, he directed the woman to cut into the wound to expose the iron arrow head. He grabbed hold of the arrow head with pincers and pulled it out. Seeing fatty fibers on the arrow head, Þormóðr said, "See how well the king keeps his men. There is fat by my heart," and he died."
Could I borrow that? Just for the weekend?
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What Did the Vikings Wear? The Truth About Their Clothes and Dress
When most people think of Vikings, images of seafaring raiders and plunderers immediately come to mind. However, Viking society was a complex one that thrived during difficult times and in somewhat harsh conditions. Through the archaeological record and historical writings, a detailed picture of the everyday lives of Vikings comes into focus, including how they dressed and what they wore.
The Viking dress code was heavily influenced by available resources and social class and was functional by necessity. Contrary to popular belief, Viking men and women did not dress solely in drab grays and browns. They had many colors to choose from, and they were not strangers to medieval high fashion. (Read More)
When most people think of Vikings, images of seafaring raiders and plunderers immediately come to mind. However, Viking society was a complex one that thrived during difficult times and in somewhat harsh conditions. Through the archaeological record and historical writings, a detailed picture of the everyday lives of Vikings comes into focus, including how they dressed and what they wore.
The Viking dress code was heavily influenced by available resources and social class and was functional by necessity. Contrary to popular belief, Viking men and women did not dress solely in drab grays and browns. They had many colors to choose from, and they were not strangers to medieval high fashion. (Read More)
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their fish-heavy diet is rich in vitamin D, which more than makes up for the loss of sunlight and keeps them healthy and cheerful even during the toughest winters.Everywhere you go, there is a new disease that will kill you-what is with this SAD, isn't Covid 19 enough.
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Viking Facts
"One of the most surprising facts about Vikings that many people are unaware of is that Vikings were not all part of one group, nor did they identify themselves as such. They were members of Scandinavian tribes from Norway, Denmark, and Sweden that frequently fought one another. The word “Viking” actually derives from the Old Norse for “pirate” or “sea-rover,” but although they could be violent, they were not a dirty and uncivilized group of people. Vikings were extremely clean and regularly bathed and groomed themselves. They were known to bathe weekly, which was more frequently than most people, particularly Europeans, at the time. Their grooming tools were often made of animal bones and included items such as combs, razors, and ear cleaners. Another fact that many people don’t know is that while Viking women typically married young, they had certain rights that were not commonly given to women, including the right to ask for a divorce and the ability to inherit property."
"One of the most surprising facts about Vikings that many people are unaware of is that Vikings were not all part of one group, nor did they identify themselves as such. They were members of Scandinavian tribes from Norway, Denmark, and Sweden that frequently fought one another. The word “Viking” actually derives from the Old Norse for “pirate” or “sea-rover,” but although they could be violent, they were not a dirty and uncivilized group of people. Vikings were extremely clean and regularly bathed and groomed themselves. They were known to bathe weekly, which was more frequently than most people, particularly Europeans, at the time. Their grooming tools were often made of animal bones and included items such as combs, razors, and ear cleaners. Another fact that many people don’t know is that while Viking women typically married young, they had certain rights that were not commonly given to women, including the right to ask for a divorce and the ability to inherit property."
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That was amazing
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War Dog of the Vikings
It’s not the Norwegian Elkhound, the descendent of the Torvmosehund, a dog so important to the Vikings that it was an honored member of the crew for which it hunted, guarded, and herded 5,000 years ago. Its most important role, however, was as the War Dog of the Vikings. This meant that if his or her master was killed in battle, s/he, too, would be killed and and put on the famous burning burial ship for the journey to Valhalla, companion to his master even in death. No warrior was welcomed to Valhalla if he came without his earthly possessions, and this included his dog.
Five thousand years later, the value of the Elkhound is not lost on the Norwegian Government: It gave the Norwegian Defense Minister the power to commandeer all privately owned Elkhounds in times of war.
“Over The Garden Gate” by Joy Glasspool
It’s not the Norwegian Elkhound, the descendent of the Torvmosehund, a dog so important to the Vikings that it was an honored member of the crew for which it hunted, guarded, and herded 5,000 years ago. Its most important role, however, was as the War Dog of the Vikings. This meant that if his or her master was killed in battle, s/he, too, would be killed and and put on the famous burning burial ship for the journey to Valhalla, companion to his master even in death. No warrior was welcomed to Valhalla if he came without his earthly possessions, and this included his dog.
Five thousand years later, the value of the Elkhound is not lost on the Norwegian Government: It gave the Norwegian Defense Minister the power to commandeer all privately owned Elkhounds in times of war.
“Over The Garden Gate” by Joy Glasspool
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