Punctuation is the name for marks used in writing. They are to help understanding and correct reading. These are some common punctuation marks used in English: . is a period or full stop.
In the past, less affluent Okinawans ate sweet potatoes. Lots and lots of sweet potatoes. Rice, especially white rice, was more expensive and was a bit of a status symbol: it was something consumed only by the wealthier folks.
Vegans eat a wide variety of plant-based foods, including vegetables, fruits, grains, beans, nuts and seeds. These foods can include the obvious (salads, hummus, veggie burgers, pasta) and the not-so-obvious (vegan mac & cheese, Creole style seitan, tofu satay in coconut sauce, vegan chocolate chip bacon cookies).