Nothing worse than a Mancold

**DeepBlueInnovation** · 22nd February 2008, 03:22

Its the middle of winter, there is a rare day of fine weather but you can't dive because you have a ManCold.

PeteS · 22nd February 2008, 05:43

Quote: (Originally Posted by DeepBlueInnovation)

Its the middle of winter, there is a rare day of fine weather but you can't dive because you have a ManCold.

Oh come on, Man FLU is worse than a mancold..... ask my wife.....

**Freef** · 22nd February 2008, 17:28

Men get colds worse than women because our metabolic rate is higher. This is an evolutionary hangover as the males tended to be the hunters while the females gathered and looked after the young.

As more energy was needed in bursts to catch the prey, the males developed a metabolism that is higher than the females, leading to the need to eat more. For protection against food shortages males also developed a fat reserve similar to a camels hump, but on the stomach.

Obviously natural selection chose the higher metabolic rate, the ability to lay down fat reserves and the higher appetite over those weaker individuals who couldn't catch the prey animals.

The ability to make fire came too late for the evolutionary process to be halted. However it was found that reducing the calorific intake during a viral infection such as a cold or 'flu, along with increased intake of vitamin C would ease the symptoms. For this reason men need to keep warm and relaxed [reduced metabolic rate] and fed vitamin C-which would be in the form of the fruit and vegtables collected by the women.

Fast forward a few dozen more generations and we can see that when a man becomes ill with a cold or 'flu he will get it faster and harder because of the higher metabolism, and he should rest and be kept warm.

To summarise, gentlemen, if you are accused by your partner of being a malingerer, greedy or a bit lardy you can blame evolution. Just don't tell your girlfriend/fiancee/wife where I live.

[note, some of the above may not actually be factually accurate, and the rest is complete cobblers]

divelermentov · 26th February 2008, 00:20

Quote: (Originally Posted by Freef)

Men get colds worse than women because our metabolic rate is higher. This is an evolutionary hangover as the males tended to be the hunters while the females gathered and looked after the young.

As more energy was needed in bursts to catch the prey, the males developed a metabolism that is higher than the females, leading to the need to eat more. For protection against food shortages males also developed a fat reserve similar to a camels hump, but on the stomach.

Obviously natural selection chose the higher metabolic rate, the ability to lay down fat reserves and the higher appetite over those weaker individuals who couldn't catch the prey animals.

The ability to make fire came too late for the evolutionary process to be halted. However it was found that reducing the calorific intake during a viral infection such as a cold or 'flu, along with increased intake of vitamin C would ease the symptoms. For this reason men need to keep warm and relaxed [reduced metabolic rate] and fed vitamin C-which would be in the form of the fruit and vegtables collected by the women.

Fast forward a few dozen more generations and we can see that when a man becomes ill with a cold or 'flu he will get it faster and harder because of the higher metabolism, and he should rest and be kept warm.

To summarise, gentlemen, if you are accused by your partner of being a malingerer, greedy or a bit lardy you can blame evolution. Just don't tell your girlfriend/fiancee/wife where I live.

[note, some of the above may not actually be factually accurate, and the rest is complete cobblers]

but this still doesn't answer the all important question - which beer contains the most beneficial vitamin content ?

**Freef** · 26th February 2008, 20:21

Quote: (Originally Posted by divelermentov)

but this still doesn't answer the all important question - which beer contains the most beneficial vitamin content ?

One of those pathetic pissy gassy things where they stick a bit of lime in the neck...well, they have to make it taste of something I suppose.

Shouldn't you be drilling someones head instead of posting on here?

Ritchard · 26th February 2008, 21:03

I like to take a good dose of Vitamin G from time to time during our long Canadian winters. It usually comes in the form of: "A pint of the black stuff, Publican, if you please."

CeeBee · 26th February 2008, 22:35

Quote: (Originally Posted by Freef)

Shouldn't you be drilling someones head instead of posting on here?

Not while he's at work, David. Lermy always saves his fun stuff for the weekend.

divelermentov · 27th February 2008, 02:32

Quote: (Originally Posted by CeeBee)

Not while he's at work, David. Lermy always saves his fun stuff for the weekend.

oh dear , got uncovered by ceebs.

Doris pssst dont tell everyone, this was our secret you remember - the handshake you and me you in your wicked weasel bikini, me with the camera.

well babe now you have blown it, so freef knows, and if he knows everyone will know.
just got used to the relaxed lifestyle down here.

**Freef** · 27th February 2008, 18:38

Quote: (Originally Posted by divelermentov)

oh dear , got uncovered by ceebs.

Doris pssst dont tell everyone, this was our secret you remember - the handshake you and me you in your wicked weasel bikini, me with the camera.

well babe now you have blown it, so freef knows, and if he knows everyone will know.
just got used to the relaxed lifestyle down here.

When you say handshake, do you mean you were greeting each other, or seeing Chris in a WW made your hands shake?

CeeBee · 27th February 2008, 19:20

Quote: (Originally Posted by Freef)

seeing Chris in a WW made your hands shake?

I'm tellin' ya! His knees went and everything.

Any way...back on topic...sort of. Why is it that when a man sniffs or sneezes once, it progresses to Man Flu within the hour, and results in him lying about about cluttering the place up making whining and moaning noises and sniffling pathetically. But when he comes home from work with a leg hanging off, or his mate following behind with an arm in a carrier bag, it's 'only a scratch'?

Bet Daniel Craig never gets Man Flu.

22nd February 2008, 03:22	#1 (permalink)
DeepBlueInnovation Prism #007 Current Rebreather/s: Prism Topaz Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Perth, Western Australia Posts: 351	Nothing worse than a Mancold Its the middle of winter, there is a rare day of fine weather but you can't dive because you have a ManCold.
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22nd February 2008, 05:43	#2 (permalink)
PeteS Consent Issued! Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Inspiration Vision Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: New Zealand Posts: 513	Re: Nothing worse than a Mancold Quote: (Originally Posted by DeepBlueInnovation) Its the middle of winter, there is a rare day of fine weather but you can't dive because you have a ManCold. Oh come on, Man FLU is worse than a mancold..... ask my wife..... __________________ Pete S. http://www.steggle.co.nz Every silver lining has a cloud
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22nd February 2008, 17:28	#3 (permalink)
Freef Custom Title Disallowed! Current Rebreather/s: Dolphin Other Rebreather/s: Dolphin Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Land of the Freef, UK. Posts: 1,356	Re: Nothing worse than a Mancold Men get colds worse than women because our metabolic rate is higher. This is an evolutionary hangover as the males tended to be the hunters while the females gathered and looked after the young. As more energy was needed in bursts to catch the prey, the males developed a metabolism that is higher than the females, leading to the need to eat more. For protection against food shortages males also developed a fat reserve similar to a camels hump, but on the stomach. Obviously natural selection chose the higher metabolic rate, the ability to lay down fat reserves and the higher appetite over those weaker individuals who couldn't catch the prey animals. The ability to make fire came too late for the evolutionary process to be halted. However it was found that reducing the calorific intake during a viral infection such as a cold or 'flu, along with increased intake of vitamin C would ease the symptoms. For this reason men need to keep warm and relaxed [reduced metabolic rate] and fed vitamin C-which would be in the form of the fruit and vegtables collected by the women. Fast forward a few dozen more generations and we can see that when a man becomes ill with a cold or 'flu he will get it faster and harder because of the higher metabolism, and he should rest and be kept warm. To summarise, gentlemen, if you are accused by your partner of being a malingerer, greedy or a bit lardy you can blame evolution. Just don't tell your girlfriend/fiancee/wife where I live. [note, some of the above may not actually be factually accurate, and the rest is complete cobblers] __________________ David. Currently owner of two differently sized ankles.
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26th February 2008, 00:20	#4 (permalink)
divelermentov Nutty dentist - uwdriller Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Home Build Join Date: May 2006 Location: Auckland Posts: 616	Re: Nothing worse than a Mancold Quote: (Originally Posted by Freef) Men get colds worse than women because our metabolic rate is higher. This is an evolutionary hangover as the males tended to be the hunters while the females gathered and looked after the young. As more energy was needed in bursts to catch the prey, the males developed a metabolism that is higher than the females, leading to the need to eat more. For protection against food shortages males also developed a fat reserve similar to a camels hump, but on the stomach. Obviously natural selection chose the higher metabolic rate, the ability to lay down fat reserves and the higher appetite over those weaker individuals who couldn't catch the prey animals. The ability to make fire came too late for the evolutionary process to be halted. However it was found that reducing the calorific intake during a viral infection such as a cold or 'flu, along with increased intake of vitamin C would ease the symptoms. For this reason men need to keep warm and relaxed [reduced metabolic rate] and fed vitamin C-which would be in the form of the fruit and vegtables collected by the women. Fast forward a few dozen more generations and we can see that when a man becomes ill with a cold or 'flu he will get it faster and harder because of the higher metabolism, and he should rest and be kept warm. To summarise, gentlemen, if you are accused by your partner of being a malingerer, greedy or a bit lardy you can blame evolution. Just don't tell your girlfriend/fiancee/wife where I live. [note, some of the above may not actually be factually accurate, and the rest is complete cobblers] but this still doesn't answer the all important question - which beer contains the most beneficial vitamin content ? __________________ May The Sorb Be With You
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26th February 2008, 20:21	#5 (permalink)
Freef Custom Title Disallowed! Current Rebreather/s: Dolphin Other Rebreather/s: Dolphin Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Land of the Freef, UK. Posts: 1,356	Re: Nothing worse than a Mancold Quote: (Originally Posted by divelermentov) but this still doesn't answer the all important question - which beer contains the most beneficial vitamin content ? One of those pathetic pissy gassy things where they stick a bit of lime in the neck...well, they have to make it taste of something I suppose. Shouldn't you be drilling someones head instead of posting on here? __________________ David. Currently owner of two differently sized ankles.
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26th February 2008, 21:03	#6 (permalink)
Ritchard New Member Current Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Toronto, CANADA Posts: 70	Re: Nothing worse than a Mancold I like to take a good dose of Vitamin G from time to time during our long Canadian winters. It usually comes in the form of: "A pint of the black stuff, Publican, if you please." __________________ "I don't want to sell anything, buy anything, or process anything as a career. I don't want to sell anything bought or processed, or buy anything sold or processed, or process anything sold, bought, or processed, or repair anything sold, bought, or processed. You know, as a career, I don't want to do that." -Lloyd Dobler, (John Cusack) Say Anything CK329
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26th February 2008, 22:35	#7 (permalink)
CeeBee Found pills and ate them. Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Liverpool Posts: 1,011	Re: Nothing worse than a Mancold Quote: (Originally Posted by Freef) Shouldn't you be drilling someones head instead of posting on here? Not while he's at work, David. Lermy always saves his fun stuff for the weekend. __________________ "In Ceebs We Trust. All others pay cash." Denz 1973-2007 King of the One-Liners www.justgiving.com/markginsberg1
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27th February 2008, 02:32	#8 (permalink)
divelermentov Nutty dentist - uwdriller Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Home Build Join Date: May 2006 Location: Auckland Posts: 616	Re: Nothing worse than a Mancold Quote: (Originally Posted by CeeBee) Not while he's at work, David. Lermy always saves his fun stuff for the weekend. oh dear , got uncovered by ceebs. Doris pssst dont tell everyone, this was our secret you remember - the handshake you and me you in your wicked weasel bikini, me with the camera. well babe now you have blown it, so freef knows, and if he knows everyone will know. just got used to the relaxed lifestyle down here. __________________ May The Sorb Be With You
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27th February 2008, 18:38	#9 (permalink)
Freef Custom Title Disallowed! Current Rebreather/s: Dolphin Other Rebreather/s: Dolphin Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Land of the Freef, UK. Posts: 1,356	Re: Nothing worse than a Mancold Quote: (Originally Posted by divelermentov) oh dear , got uncovered by ceebs. Doris pssst dont tell everyone, this was our secret you remember - the handshake you and me you in your wicked weasel bikini, me with the camera. well babe now you have blown it, so freef knows, and if he knows everyone will know. just got used to the relaxed lifestyle down here. When you say handshake, do you mean you were greeting each other, or seeing Chris in a WW made your hands shake? __________________ David. Currently owner of two differently sized ankles.
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27th February 2008, 19:20	#10 (permalink)
CeeBee Found pills and ate them. Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Liverpool Posts: 1,011	Re: Nothing worse than a Mancold Quote: (Originally Posted by Freef) seeing Chris in a WW made your hands shake? I'm tellin' ya! His knees went and everything. Any way...back on topic...sort of. Why is it that when a man sniffs or sneezes once, it progresses to Man Flu within the hour, and results in him lying about about cluttering the place up making whining and moaning noises and sniffling pathetically. But when he comes home from work with a leg hanging off, or his mate following behind with an arm in a carrier bag, it's 'only a scratch'? Bet Daniel Craig never gets Man Flu. __________________ "In Ceebs We Trust. All others pay cash." Denz 1973-2007 King of the One-Liners www.justgiving.com/markginsberg1
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