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The squid’s body is enclosed in a soft and muscular cavity called the mantle, which sits behind the head. In the center of the arms sits a mouth with a parrot-shaped beak that surrounds a sharp, bony tongue (called the radula). The popularization of vampire-inspired looks took center stage during the vampire craze of the 1990s and 2000s. Movies and television shows such as “Interview with the Vampire,” “Twilight,” and “True Blood” captivated audiences worldwide, sparking a renewed fascination with vampire-inspired clothing and aesthetics. And by slowing down carbohydrate absorption, soluble bean fiber fends off unwanted peaks and valleys in blood glucose levels — especially valuable to people with diabetes. Bring to a boil, then simmer, covered, until tender — about one to three hours, depending on the bean variety. One of the most visible differences between the two is that high-efficiency top-load washing machines have generally eliminated the center-post agitator. If a lift wire is bent, try to bend it back to the correct position, or install a new one.