Change The Face of Menopause

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Healthy Hormones presents: The Menopause Relief Advisor Program!
What matters most is what YOU believe. And believe me when I say you can change anything, including menopause. Menopause is merely a word. A word given to the ageing process of a woman. Changing the face of menopause is achievable simply by looking at this time in a woman's life in an entirely unconventional way. Instead of focusing on "mood swings, hot flushes, depression and anxiety" perhaps this process should be viewed as a wondrous time of self-awareness and self-development. In doing so, all woman can be healthy, happy and totally fulfilled at that certain time in their life (around forty years old and over). More importantly it can all be done naturally.

My research leads me to view that many women aged 40+ are looking for answers to why they feel fat, sad, depressed, bloated and alone. The fact is though despite whatever challenges women face at this age, they all face the challenge of ageing. For some this very process is psychologically challenging. Many women find the battle confronting because they have never accepted anything less than being totally healthy and in control.

While genetics can play a major part in the overall health and wellness of a woman, the power of thought can be the catalyst that makes a difference. For a woman to age with style and dignity it is important for her to appreciate that thoughts of yesterday actually create the results of today. Relieving early, during or post menopause symptoms is no exception. All women 40 plus can be as strong and as vibrant as they want to be, because it all starts with how you think.

Morris Massey is a world renowned sociologist who identified that most people are given their beliefs they take with them through life between birth and seven years of age. He referred to this as the "imprint stage" and said it formed the beginning of what is stored deep within one's unconscious mind.

Now, think back to a time when you were a small child and remember what your mother told you. Take a moment to see how your mother lived her life. Her lifestyle habits and her language formed the basis of your beliefs today.

Let me share my own experience. My grandmother started what many referred to as the change of life at 36 years of age. I remember my mother telling me some horrific stories of how depressed, sick and unpleasant Nana was, even to the point that she was sent away for six months. I grew up with the belief that by the time I got to that age, I too could possibly suffer like my grandmother. Then one day, when I was 36 and feeling a little (actually, a lot) hormonal, I took myself off to the doctor. I had convinced myself and started convincing him, like my grandmother, I was going through the change of life. My doctor laughed me out of the surgery. Unlike my grandmother, I didn't go through menopause until I was 44, and have often wondered why she went through it so early and I, so much later.

What it showed though was I was convinced menopause was going to start the same time as my grandmother, and I too, like her would find it painful and difficult.

While thoughts create certain outcomes, it's rather difficult to imagine a single thought could balance your hormones enough so that you do not suffer hot flushes, night sweats, depression, bloating, cravings, emotional outbursts, mood swings, aches and pains, a lack of energy, low libido and concentration and a loss of strength, fitness and lean muscle mass. The human body and its intricate complexity of systems, processors and functions make you think that it is harder than what it really is to overcome these potential outcomes. Yet all it takes is a single thought to begin a transformation to balance, beauty and harmony.

The Menopause Relief Advisor Program takes a holistic approach to ageing. It provides extremely effective natural methods to help this niche market change the way they think about ageing and puts in place new strategies that can create synergy between mind and body. The Program is designed to optimize your 40+ clients performance and assist them in developing new unconscious beliefs that are consistent and congruent with their desire to enjoy the ageing process and to be free of all the ill-health symptoms linked to the dreaded big M.

It is scientifically proven that once a woman reaches 40+ the physiological changes that take place effect her physical and psychological functioning. This can affect every single woman 40+, the symptoms of ill-health vary and of course ones perception of ill-health is dependent on the woman. Values, beliefs and attitudes are challenged and must be addressed. Women need to understand what they did in their twenties and thirties is quite different to what can be done in their forties, but it must not be viewed as a negative or a restriction. Simply viewed from a different mind-set. It is important for this niche market to be immersed in the proper environment so the correct information is received. Furthermore, the ability to absorb and maintain the information is essential if good health and wellness is to be sustained. Reprogramming negative beliefs, fears and limiting decision is where we need to start.

With creative marketing in place you can become a one-stop anti-ageing clinic. Women can be nurtured and education can demonstrate how you can support the bodys autogenic, self-healing systems in removing causes of nutritional deficiencies, sedentary lifestyles, hormonal imbalances and negative belief barriers. By embracing this new awareness you can develop a higher level of understanding and be vigilant in caring for the mental, physical, emotional and social health of your clients.

The Healthy Hormones Menopause Relief Advisor Program is a personal, one-on-one package to suit each womans model of the world. It provides motivation, information, resources and support within its framework and creates positive changes in a womans life.

The core fundamentals of the Menopause Relief Advisor Program are The Seven Ps to Anti-ageing - thought, exercise, nutrition, relaxation, toxins, balance and mind-set. And because Healthy Hormones guarantees results the following 6 points form part of the philosophy of these Seven Ps to Anti-ageing. * Decide to take control * Commit to being healthy and happy * Have the discipline to take specific action * Focus on you and what you truly want * Surround yourself with people that are supportive and of like mind.

And, Know that sometimes you to do what you have to do before you get to where you want to be When you reprogram your mind with new empowering information, your mind automatically goes looking for what it needs to fulfill the desire at hand. So when a woman replaces limiting beliefs that keep her sick, sad, fat, old and depressed with the belief of I love myself and I am healthy, happy and totally fulfilled....then that is exactly what she becomes. A positive belief in the mind of a women 40+ who is experiencing the unique challenges that are known only to her has the power to change her life (and the amazing thing is that a beauty of a smile as the power to change the physiologic structure of her hormones).

Lets change the face of menopause so women everywhere can embrace this wondrous time with enthusiasm and celebrate being a woman 40+.

The Healthy Hormones programs provide all that a woman 40+ needs to age gracefully and the success of the program is due to the fact that the beauty within is defined by the wisdom that can only belong to a woman 40+. Susan Sheehan www.menopausereliefadvisor.com www.healthyhormones.com.au

Chicken Coop Designs-4 Secrets to Building a Chicken Coop

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When building a chicken coop, a much overlooked factor in the productivity of your birds is how you design your chicken coop.

Chicken coop designs will also impact enormously on the longevity of the coop and the well being of your birds. In this article I will look at 4 factors that you must consider before starting your project. The purpose of this article is to allow you to build your chicken coop at the most economical cost without cutting corners to the extent that you are only storing up trouble for the future.

Secret 1-Mobile or Static
If the protection of your birds from predators is a big issue where you are located you may decide that the best option for you is a mobile or portable coop. This will allow you to keep and eye on your birds from predators and if you only have only a small number of birds and they are family pets to a certain extent, then the mobile coop might be your choice.

Secret 2-Ventilation
You will need to ensure adequate ventilation for your birds but you will also need to ensure that it is not toA Cheap Chicken Coop-4 Factors to considerA Cheap Chicken Coop-4 Factors to considero exposed to the elements such as wind and rain. A happy bird is a productive bird and the use of adequate ventilation and space for your birds is a critical factor.

Secret 3-Materials
There is no doubt that there are all kinds of cheap scrap materials that you can use for your coop but for the long term you are better off making the investment now in good timber and a good sturdy coop which will withstand the elements.

Secret 4-Location
Where you locate your coop is very important as a coop that is exposed to tough weather will take a large toll on the coop and the birds. Where flooding occurs in your yard should also be looked at and you need to ensure that your coop is not prone to flooding.

These 4 factors must be considered when looking at chicken coop designs. There are other factors of course such as light, feeders, accessories, water supply and so on and a good set of building instructions and where to find the most appropriate materials are also key.

Discover the other factors which you need to consider when looking at chicken coop designs. Building a Chicken coop fast is an informational site which looks in greater detail about building your chicken coop run by a fanatical chicken breeder.

Stop by http:// BuildingAChickenCoopFast.com for all the details that you should consider which will save you money in the long run and ensure a healthy supply of free range eggs and chicken.

Chicken Panini Recipe, an Innovative Breakfast Meal for Your Family

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Being a mother or a wife is a very tough job. You are in-charge of everything in the house. You have to look after your children and husband's needs. Doing the groceries and cleaning the house must be done on a regularly basis. The hardest part is planning for your meals everyday. This is critical because you have to be as creative as possible. You do not want to serve your family the same food every day of the week. It has to be different and attractive in order to get them to eat.

Normally, the kids are the ones that tend to be picky when it comes to food. If you still have little children, your recipes must be interesting and nutritious at the same. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and it should be a healthy and nutritious meal. You need to give them something that has enough energy to last for the whole morning. One great suggestion for this is making a healthy and delightful panini recipe. One nice thing about this recipe, it cuts your usual cooking preparation in half and you will still have more time to bond with your family while eating.

Here is an easy-to-do Grilled Chicken Panini Recipe that will add variety to your usual breakfast meal.

Ingredients:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
8 slices of Italian bread
8 slices Mozzarella cheese
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, chopped
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tomato, sliced
Italian dressing

Procedure:
Set the griller to a medium-high heat temperature.
Mix the chopped rosemary, garlic powder, salt and black pepper together.
Brush the chicken with olive oil and add the mixed seasonings on it.
Place a small amount of oil on the grill grate and cook the chicken for about 7 minutes. Wait for the juices to get clear and for the chicken to be well cooked before you remove it from the grill. Then allow it to cool for 5-10 minutes.
Slice the chicken pieces about half an inch and sprinkle the pieces and bread with Italian dressing.
Put the tomato, cheese and chicken on the bread. Brush the bread with olive oil and put it on the grill.
Cook the panini until the cheese melts. Then remove from the grill.

To turn this meal into a 5 minute meal, cook your chicken ahead of time and freeze it cooked. When it's time to make your panini, place the cooked chicken in the microwave to defrost it before you place it into your Panini.

Pair your panini with fresh fruit juice or milk and your kids will enjoy a full-packed breakfast. You can also serve these delicious concoctions for lunch or dinner. Change the chicken to pork of fish if you want to be more experimental. It will then be a new recipe that your family will definitely crave. Just remember when planning a meal, try to be adventurous and innovative. Your family will thank you for it by cleaning off their plate.

Sabrina Rocca
Author: Easy Panini Recipes
For more great panini recipes and tips, visit http://www.easypaninirecipes.com. Easy Panini Recipes contains over 50 easy to follow, step-by-step panini recipes that will make anyone look like a gourmet chef!

Conducting Effective Training Workshops

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Conducting effective workshops is one of the constant challenges facing all trainers. We will try to look at the most effective ways to conduct workshops, ways that will make the workshops not only valuable for the attendees, but valuable and rewarding for trainers too.

In order to conduct training workshops effectively, we need to consider the following elements:
Basic Principles of Adult Learning
Arranging the Training Room Environment
Effective use of Selected Training Tools
Facilitating the Training

We will look at things that you can do in each of these areas to make your workshops more effective.

Basic Principles of Adult Learning

Before we can conduct any workshop training effectively, we need to know how adults learn, so that we can apply some very practical principles to our training.
People learn well, when they are motivated. Anything that you can do to motivate or encourage people to embrace the training will enhance its value. Some things that you can do are: stress the importance of training, emphasize the importance of on-going development, and emphasize the investment that the company is making in the trainees. Training needs to be motivational to be effective, it should not be like army boot camp.

Active trainee participation also enhances training effectiveness. Team activities, role plays, group exercises, all contribute to training. Remember, adults learn best by doing, so keep the slide lecture presentations to a minimum.

Structured, step by step practice is essential for effective learning. Build practice activities into every training session when possible. Practice sessions are especially effective in skills training.

Feedback on the results of training is critical. Feedback on how achieved performance compares to the standards of performance, is very important.

Recognition of the differences amongst trainees and customization of the training to fit the trainees needs, is the best approach. Well designed self study materials (CBT, videos, manuals, books), can be very effective, because trainees can use them at their own pace, and they take into account different trainee learning styles.

The chronological order in which the material is presented is very important. It is a good idea to present simpler easier topics, before moving on to more difficult topics. The best method of training also needs to be considered. As a general rule of thumb, self-study materials are better for knowledge, and skills are best taught through practice sessions, role-plays, and workshops.

Emphasizing how training can apply to other situations (ie, real world) is a critical element. Demonstrating this relationship, and how the training can be applied to everyday work situations, brings value to training.

Shaping behavior through recognition and rewards, reinforces training. Rewarding trainees for desired behavior along with positive feedback are essential to effective adult learning.

Arranging the Training Room Environment

Matching the training room to the type of training program, can increase overall training effectiveness. An example of this is, tables and chairs arranged in classroom style, conveys a message of formal training. Various round tables with chairs around them, convey an environment of teamwork and problem solving. Which environment do you prefer? Selection of the training room set up depends on a variety of factors, such as: the program objectives, number of participants, activities involved (team exercises, role plays, etc.).

The Open Circle configuration is a very effective one. Participants would be seated in a horseshoe pattern at various round tables in the room. This configuration allows the participants to face the front of the room, where the trainer is. This set up works very for between 8 and 60 participants.

Diagonally angled rectangular or square tables with participants facing the front of the room, is almost as good as the open circle configuration, it too can handle between 8 and 60 participants.

U-Shaped or V-Shaped configurations are also good, because they allow the trainer to move into the group to solicit more interaction, but they are both for smaller groups of 20 or less participants.

Square Configurations (Open or Closed) with participants sitting around on all four sides, are effective for 20 participants or less, and work well for group discussion and team development activities.

Rows of tables or rows of chairs, all facing the leader in the front of the room are good for formal presentations and large groups.

Whichever room set up or configuration that you decide on is up to you, but try to fit it to the program, the number of participants, and also how much space you have. It is a really important factor that can set the tone of the training.

Effective Use of Selected Training Tools

We will look at some training tools that can be used very effectively in workshop situations, flip charts, video projectors and computers (Power Point Presentations), overhead projectors, transparencies, video cassettes, role-plays, simulations, small team activities, games, etc.

I like to use as many different training tools as possible in workshops. In fact, I find that the more of them that you use, the more effective the training is. Different tools, different activities, all make for a session that has a lot of flow and movement, and thus avoids participant boredom.

Power Point has really changed the world for trainers and all business people alike. What a great tool, you can put together presentations on short notice and if you do them yourself, virtually at no cost. This is a great training tool that you can and should use, but use it wisely, and dont make your workshop an entire Power Point slide lecture. The Power Point presentation is most effective when run through a video or LCD projector.

Another tool that becomes very personal and allows you to get close to your trainees, is flip charts. Flip charts are a great way to stress certain points, to demonstrate things graphically, and a great way to get people working in group and team activities. Make use of flip charts whenever you can.

Overhead transparencies and projectors are old tools that have been around for a long time, but they too have their place in todays workshops. Overhead transparencies allow you to keep the room lit without turning down the lights, and they can be easily altered or changed. I particularly like overhead transparencies for meetings with small groups of people 8 or less. I also like overhead transparencies for group or team work activities, where each group or team needs to present to the entire class.

The last tool that I am particularly fond of is videocassettes. I cannot imagine conducting any type of workshop without video. Video brings life to workshop training sessions. The ideal way is with custom designed videos for products, skills, etc., but there is a whole slew of off the shelf videos, many in different languages, that cover a wide range of topics. Take your video, some Power Point slides, flip charts with some group exercises, and you have an entire workshop.

Role- plays are one of the most effective tools in any workshop. Remember, adults learn best from doing, so what better way than role-plays. Role- plays provide a great opportunity to practice skills, knowledge and techniques. Role-plays are realistic, and bring the real world to youre your training workshop. If you can video tape your role-plays, even better yet, since it provides good instant feedback. Role-plays are an important part of a workshop.

Simulations are another great tool that you can use, in workshops. Basically there are two types of simulations, paper and pencil, non computerized simulations, and computer based simulations. The paper and pencil simulations usually begin with a specific environment, such as a doctors office or a sales reps territory. Then problems based on the simulated environment are developed to help the participants practice skills. These simulations frequently contain large amounts of data in the form of a case study or Data Book. The participants usually work in small teams , groups of four to six people, to solve the situation. There is usually a scoring system, so that participants can get feedback on their decisions.

Computer based simulations are the latest craze, they work very well in a workshop environment. Since these simulations are computerized you are able to process large amounts of data very quickly and project business activities over a few years time span. The computer based simulations lend an air of objectivity to your training workshop activities, if you have the budget, use them.

The last workshop tool that I want to mention is games. Games are a lot of fun and everyone enjoys them. Games get a lot of participation from the group, and games make people laugh, and we all know that laughter is healthy. There are various books called Games That Trainers Play, there is also a book with games and activities that I highly recommend, its title is 75 Ways To Liven Up Training. Slip in a game or fun activity into every workshop.

Facilitating the Training

Facilitating and running the training, is a critical part that you can play and control in every workshop. There are three basic things that you need to do, to run an effective workshop:
Establish rapport with the group
Use questions
Know how to handle difficult participants

The best ways to establish rapport with the groups, is to learn their names, make eye contact, and encourage participation. Create a non-threatening environment, let everyone speak their piece, while keeping an eye on time.

Use of questions can help you enormously in your workshop. Questions help get and keep a conversation going. Questions can also clarify a participants comment, this is especially helpful in building rapport.

Difficult people in workshops usually take on two different forms. There are those who do not participate at all, and those who participate too much and constantly challenge you. For those who do not participate, ask them questions to get them involved and have them speak about their experiences, make them team leaders, so they have to be more involved.

When you have participants who do too much and challenge you, let the group handle them, turn their questions/ideas over to the group for comment. Put them to work, let them head up a team or group.

If you follow these recommendations, you will be off to a good start with all of your workshops.

Cooking - Kitchen Guide, Pot and Pans

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There are a number of essential pieces of appliances that are necessary in order for the kitchen to be fully utilized. For example a refrigerator as one of cooking appliances is important to preserve food. In every kitchen we can see a refrigerator which helps the food to stay for long time and by keeping them fresh. The refrigerator is one of those miracles of the modern living which changed our life to a great extent, as this comes with built in water and ice dispensers on the outside of the door that are easily accessible

Also, in order to cook food there must be appropriate equipment in the kitchen to make it happens. Most kitchens generally are equipped with a stove. In order to cook the food, the individual usually has a set of cooking pots and pans. There are available in variety style and manufactured from various substantive. Variety of kitchen pots and pans are available on the market today. They have own unique feature for each, for example handles, lids, etc.

Each of manufacture kitchen pots and pans has many differently advantages. It depend to the consumer's cooking style of the individual or the cooking situation. Such as, copper pots and pans are probably the most efficient cookware when it comes to cooking. This is because copper is a great conductor of heat. Cookware on the other hand offers terrific benefits and gives great easy cooking.

Before buying the pans and pots, make sure that the material conducts well with heat. It should be able to cook food evenly, be chipping or cracking resistant and should have non-slip grips, insular handles on both the lids and pot handles. Lids should fit tightly. Check also if it is dishwasher safe. Most pans and pots are made of either aluminum, copper, anodized aluminum, stainless steel, enamel cookware, cast iron, and non-stick.

Aluminum is the most popular because it is one of the more affordable materials. It heats up the pans evenly and quickly. It comes with non-stick surfaces and very easy to clean. And best of all, this material is lightweight that tools and utensils made from this is easy to carry around and manipulate.

Anodized aluminum, compared to aluminum, is denser and harder. It is because it is treated with electrochemicals. Cookware made from this material has surfaces that are scratch resistant and hard. It does not react to food acids and has a "non-stick" finish.

The iron cookware on the market today is the best cast, it is usually available in a variety of color choices for today's design conscious kitchen. You can take this stylish enamel cookware right from the stove or oven and directly to the kitchen table or dining room because it is a great show piece, unlike traditional cast iron cookware which has a more rustic appearance to it. Cooking Kitchen Guide and Happy Reading.

Definition Seminars and Workshops

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Whats the Difference Between a Seminar, Workshop and Conference?
What You Name Your Event Can Communicate Volumes About the Experience

Seminars, workshops, conference, symposia, user conferences, summits -- the type of events you can host are varied. Choosing the right description for your event is critical because it communicates volumes about the type of experience your participants can expect.

To ensure that youre fully leveraging the marketing power of your event title, select the type of event that best fits the experience you want to create. Heres a quick explanation of each type of event.

Seminars are educational events that feature one or more subject matter experts delivering information primarily via lecture and discussion.

Free Seminars are an increasingly popular way to generate qualified leads for your business. Many professionals and organizations recognize that the best way to convince prospects of their expertise is to deliver high-quality education and, therefore, deliver free seminars that are high in content. Others, however, use the promise of free education to lure information-seeking prospects to a sales pitch. As a result, many prospective customers are wary about attending a free seminar for fear of being subjected to a high-pressure sales pitch.

Introductory or Preview Seminar implies that there is more to come after this particular event. This can be a good way to name free events that are designed to give prospective attendees a taste of what they can expect in a larger, more expensive program.

Workshops tend to be smaller and more intense than seminars. This format often involves students practicing their new skills during the event under the watchful eye of the instructor.

Hands-On Workshops typically involve participants doing work on a particular issue during the program. The promise is that when they leave, theyll have at least a rough plan or tools in place to address the challenge.

Conferences often features keynote presentations delivered to all attendees, as well as multiple break-out sessions. Attendees often expect to receive information about industry trends and developments.

User Conferences are gatherings hosted by providers of products and services to educate and build relationships with their customers. Attendees learn about product enhancements, as well as new and advanced strategies for using the product to achieve business goals and solve problems.

Trade Shows or Expos are exhibitions where vendors can display their goods and services in hopes of generating customer leads. Typically held at least annually, these events are a good place to discover trends and developments in a particular industry.

A Symposium is typically a more formal or academic gathering, featuring multiple experts delivering short presentations on a particular topic.

A Summit is a gathering of the highest level of leaders and experts.

Teleseminars are seminars that are delivered via a conference call over the telephone and/or over the Internet. The instructor moderates the call, while the attendees listen. To engage listeners, many instructors provide outlines, notes sheets or copies of PowerPoint slides to follow when listening to the presentation.

Webinars or Webconferences are presentations that involve an audio and video component. The audio portion of the event is delivered via phone or over the Internet, so that participants can listen via their computer speakers. The video portion of the event is delivered via the Internet, giving participants a presentation to watch while listening to the instructor.

When determining how to label your event, consider the type of presentation you want to deliver. Also consider what your competitors are doing. If your niche is already crowded with seminars, position your event as different by increasing the level of instructor-attendee interaction and making it a workshop or by involving other experts and offering multiple breakout sessions to transform it into a conference.

By carefully choosing the words you use to describe your event, youll be able to subtly communicate the benefits of participating and attract the right kind of attendee for your event.

'Diet' Myths Debunked

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A diet seems more like punishment than anything else, filling most of us with dread. You imagine starving yourself, feeling lethargic, constant cravings - and having no fun at all. Even though the end result of a diet should be something to look forward to, just the thought of starting one can put you off.

Is there a solution to dieting? If you want to lose weight, you are bombarded with hundreds of diets, programs and miracle pills that promise to make you lose weight and get back into shape, almost overnight. Unfortunately, most of those promises involve unrealistic if not unhealthy methods that result in weight loss that only lasts as long as the diet.

Let's go over some of the myths and debunk them!

1. Low calorie diets

The calories that we ingest when we eat provide our bodies with the nutrients they need to create energy. The diet theory is that reducing your calorie intake will force your body to burn up fat reserves in order to make enough energy to sustain you. There are two problems with this theory. The first is how much to reduce your calorie intake, an amount that varies due to individual differences in metabolic rates. Reduce it by too much, and your body goes into 'starvation' mode, with your metabolism slowing down to conserve energy rather than burning fat.

The other concern is that your body needs calories to burn calories - if you reduce your intake drastically, your body does not have the energy to burn fat never mind keep you functioning optimally.

Reducing calories is vital if you want to lose weight, but you have to be sure that you are still providing your body with the nutrients it needs to keep you alert, energetic and healthy enough to burn fat.

2. Low fat diets

The association between body fat and the fats in your diet leads to a quick leap to the conclusion that all fats are bad. This is not the case, and in fact, your body needs some fats to perform vital functions. The trick is to identify the good fats and eat those, and reduce the bad fats to a minimum.

Good fats are fats that lower bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol in your body. They include monounsaturated fats such as those found in nuts and in avocado, canola and olive oil. Polyunsaturated fats, which contain Omega 3 fatty acids, are found in salmon and fish oil as well as soy, corn and sunflower oil and are good fats.

Saturated fats raise our bad cholesterol, and are therefore considered 'bad' fats. These are found mainly in animal products like meat and dairy products as well as in eggs. If you are not vegan or vegetarian, then avoiding these fats is a little more difficult, but possible if you are vigilant about trimming visible fat off meat, and eating skinless poultry and healthier types of seafood.

Be careful with 'low-fat' dairy products, and check the labels carefully, as they often have added sugar to improve the taste.

3. Low carb diets

An excellent source of fiber and energy, carbohydrates are an important part of a balanced diet. Refined carbs have had much of that goodness refined right out of them and retain empty calories with no nutritional value. Any white bread or goods baked with white flour, white pastas, sodas and most candy products contain bad carbs.

Good carbs are high in fiber, give you energy and will make you feel full - really great if you're trying to lose weight! Whole grain breads, cereals and pastas contain good carbs, as do fruit, vegetables, legumes, nuts, seeds and beans.

4. 'Eating only one type of food' diets

Your body should - run like a well-maintained machine. You need fats, carbs, proteins, and even sugar, to keep your body functioning properly. Cutting out any food group causes an imbalance and leaves your body lacking in whatever it normally gets from that source. Diets that recommend eating, for example, just grapefruit, can be harmful as they starve your body of all the nutrients provided by the other food groups. It may make you lose weight in the short-term as your body has to find those nutrients in fat reserves. However, as soon as you start eating a combination of food types again, your body will store as much as it can to prepare for another 'famine' - and you pick up all the weight again!

Few of us can afford to visit dieticians and doctors for advice on what to eat, and we cannot all become nutritionists. The right weight loss program, based on healthy nutritional guidelines and eating habits, will help you work out what you should be eating. There are many programs based on sound nutritional information designed not only to help you lose weight, but to maintain a healthy lifestyle as well.

Find out about programs that will help you lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle - we review several, including the Diet Solutions Program that provides a solution to diets. Just what we need!

Dishwasher Not Cleaning Dishes It Might Be TIme to Clean it

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Dishwasher Not Cleaning Dishes? It Might Be TIme to Clean it

Nothing is more frustrating than a dishwasher that does not wash the dishes. In some cases, the dishwasher is a newer unit and is still not cleaning the dishes.

In fact, 15 percent of new dishwashers break within the first two years. Of these dishwashers that fail, nearly half of them break multiple times.

One of the root causes of these failures may be that the dishwasher is dirty. A dirty dishwasher may clog the drain and prevent it from cleaning properly.

Clearly, the dishwasher not cleaning dishes is a serious problem with long-term consequences. Read on to learn how to clean a dishwasher and prevent these issues from occurring.

What Kind of Problems Does a Dirty Dishwasher Cause

The first problem that a dirty dishwasher will cause is clogged drains and filters. If the drain is not working properly, dirty water is used in the rinse cycles. Clogged drains and filters lead to leaks as well.

Another issue that may occur is dirty dishes. There may be food particles remaining on the dishes after the cycle is over. Also, there may be grease leftover on pans or cup stains.

A bigger issue could be seals that are breaking down in the dishwasher. This happens because of a buildup of grease and food inside. As a result, leaks are often observed by the bottom of the dishwasher door.

Lastly, the dishwasher itself may be visibly dirty and smell bad. The dishwasher may also lose efficiency and take longer to clean dishes thoroughly.

How to Clean the Dishwasher

Although robots are changing the cleaning industry, dishwashers still must be cleaned manually. Most experts agree to clean dishwashers once a month.

There are a number of different ways to clean the dishwasher. Dishwasher magic can be run with a wash cycle along with commercial products or vinegar.

Fill a dishwasher-safe cup with vinegar and place it facing up on the top rack. Vinegar is a great way to remove lingering odors. Also, vinegar is effective in washing away food along with grease buildup.

Some have discovered that stopping the cycle mid-wash helps remove stubborn buildup. This lets the vinegar sit on the bottom where all the drains and grates are. Allow the vinegar to work for half an hour and turn the cycle back on.

Another cleaning step is examining the drain. Remove the bottom rack and make sure the drain is free of debris.

The spinning arms have holes on them that allow water to flow through. These also need to be checked for buildup.

Its important to wipe down the seals as well. As alluded to earlier, degrading seals are a common cause of leaks.

To prevent this, wipe the seals down with a cloth soaked in vinegar. Depending on the dishwasher design, some may need a toothbrush to scrub the hard-to-reach areas.

Dishwasher Not Cleaning Dishes Wrapping It Up

The dishwasher not cleaning dishes is a strong indication that it needs a cleanup. By cleaning the dishwasher once a month, expensive failures can be prevented.

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Duh Winning! Why People Like To Win

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How could we ever forget the infamous phrase coined by Charlie Sheen? But more importantly, why was Sheen trying so hard to convince us that he was actually winning, in spite of his obviously poor situation? Its simple. We will always like winners. But, why is winning so important to us? I can think of 3 reasons why winning is so attractive.

It Feels Good

There is nothing like the sense of accomplishment. Its like giving yourself a pat on the back only 10 times better. Its always better to have other people recognize and celebrate your achievement. You can build your confidence with a win, and of course, get major bragging rights.

Your Struggle Becomes Your Triumph

When a loser becomes a winner, they cash in on the Underdog Effect. A no-name is suddenly someone who grabs peoples attention. At the same time, people like individuals to whom they can relate. The average Joe who beats the odds and the geek who transforms into a hot millionaire externalize what we refer to as the American Dream. These people are our heroes. Seeing these people rise from the bottom is an emotional journey we like to take with them.

You Become Immortal

Whether its a baseball promotion, science competition or even a political election - once you win, youre a winner forever. When you think about Michael Jordan, you recall his 6 championship rings and the famous Jumpman23 icon. No one remembers that he actually returned to the NBA to play for the Washington Wizards (as a part owner) in what would be a losing effort. He was a winner, and thats pretty much how the story ends.

What Jordan and others like him have is a legacy. Something they can share with generations to come. Having a story to pass on is a very attractive part of our lives.

The Perks

The title of winner wouldnt be complete without the stuff, tangible and intangible. Winners get a variety of perks that come with their titles. Cars, clothes, VIP access, autograph requests, and everything else associated with success. Winning teams in college football bowl games come back with more than just championship rings. TVs, iPads, DVD players, cell phones, and enough groupie love to elevate their egos until the next season. People even crave the feeling of getting noticed on the street.

Opportunity

While many of us dream of winning, beyond that lies a chance to do something even greater. As a winner, you can use your newfound status as a platform to pursue other goals. If you win a million dollar prize, you can start the foundation or event marketing company you always wanted, or buy your dream house in the country. Winners have gone on to be motivational speakers and philanthropists that change the world beyond the scope of their initial fame.

So, even though Charlie Sheen may not actually be winning these days, he was right to attempt to make it seem like he was. Even though people want to win for different reasons, the combined appeal makes for a great motivator.

Food To Eat After Liposuction

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Liposuction surgery for a better body is only half the battle won. The real uphill takes is maintaining your newly minted body. Liposuction helps you get rid of the stubborn fat that has been unresponsive to exercise and diets. Now that you have successfully rid yourself of the fat, you need to ensure that it never returns. While you can go back to your exercise regime within a few weeks post-surgery, what you eat is what you need to pay attention to. Most people believe that fat once gone wont be back. While its true that you have rid yourself of unwanted fat, you need to bear in mind that you cannot let your health slide or for that matter the shape of your body. So here are a few health tips that will help you retain the lovely shape Liposuction Surgery has given you.

Foods to avoid

Before we venture into what to eat, lets run you through what food to avoid. Starting with fats, sugary treats and salted snacks, you must avoid packaged food for quite some times. Junk food is also strictly forbidden. Aerated drinks along with alcohol and nicotine must be avoided at all costs.

Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates help your body gain strength and aids in a quick recovery. They avert muscle breakage and help your body rejuvenated from within. Whole grains, brown rice, oatmeal and cereals etc. are good sources of healthy carbs.

Fiber-Rich foods

Consume fiber rich food like grains, beans, fruits, vegetables and cereals. These help with digestion and reduce constipation which is quite common after surgery and medications.

Proteins

Consuming protein is important post-surgery as it improves the tissue structure and helps in healing as well as recovery. Lean proteins that you can consume post-surgery are seafood, soy products, lean meat and poultry, eggs and low fat dairy products.

Vitamins

Vitamins along with good diet are essential to quick recovery and gaining strength. Vitamins A, C, D, E and K contribute in wound healing.Fish, liver and green vegetables contain vitamin K, while nuts, milk, eggs and vegetable oils contain Vitamin E. Vitamin D rich is present in milk, fish, eggs and cereals. Make these food items a part of your daily meals for quick recovery.

Healthy fats

Just cause you got rid of fats doesnt mean all fats are bad. A healthy amount of good fats is essential to your overall well-being. Sources of good fats are olive oil, fruits like avocado and nuts and seeds.

Fresh fruits and Vegetables

Fruits and vegetables should be a part of your diet irrespective of whether you are undergoing a surgery or not. But during recovery post liposuction, these food sources are absolutely essential for the body to mend and get back the strength after surgery. Post-surgery includes green leafy vegetables, tomatoes, melons, grapefruits, mango, spinach and kale in your daily diet.

Water

Consuming a good amount of water is essential for fast recovery. You need to keep yourself hydrated and ensure that your body functions well enough. Water helps you lose weight, keeps your kidney healthy and improves your skin as well.

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Four Bad Habits You Need to Break

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They say old habits die hard. But if your old habits are killing you, breaking them is no longer an option. It becomes a necessity. When we say bad habits, its not just the common popular bad habits were talking about like excessive drinking and smoking. Bad habits include the small things that you do every day thats killing you.

Yes, believe it or not, there are things you do every day that are slowly killing you. You may consciously or subconsciously do them, but one things for sure. They are slowly but surely taking their toll on your body. So, what are some of the bad habits you have that are slowly killing you?

Bringing Your Whole House on Your Back

Okay, we get it. You have a lot to bring to work thats normal. But it doesnt mean you have to bring everything in your bag or purse every single day. Consider leaving some of your belongings on your table at the office. If bringing a lot of things is unavoidable, consider splitting the weight in different bags. Do not carry all your belongings in one bag that you carry on your back. Doing so causes back pain that can have other long term effects, some of which can be detrimental to your health.

Skipping Yoga Class

Maybe not yoga, maybe, youre skipping Judo, Pilates, or even boxing class. It doesnt matter what exercise youre into. Whether its advanced yoga or simple running, skipping exercise means skipping the positive effects it could have for your body.

Regular exercises strengthen your bones and muscles. It also promotes body flexibility. If machineries undergo preventive maintenance so that these can perform better during its lifecycle, then your body should do the same in the form of fitness routines.

You can either watch easy exercises online or enroll yourself in a fitness program that is specifically tailored for your health needs.

You Put Your Weight on One Leg

Many people are guilty of doing this, but very few realize how dangerous it can be. Besides the fact that it makes you look lazy and uninterested, it also strains your leg and upper back muscles.

Putting your weight on one leg, especially when standing still, causes you to lose proper balance and alignment of your body. Its effects can reflect on the spine which causes back pain or worsen existing back issues.

Slouching

A lot of desk employees are guilty of slouching in their executive office chairs. When youre busy trying to beat a deadline, your posture understandably becomes last among your priorities. But just because its effects arent noticeable right away doesnt mean its not hurting your body. In fact it could cause back pain that can worsen existing health issues you might have.

If youre one to slouch your way from the beginning of your shift to the end, then you might want to consider investing in an office chair for your back. Ergonomic office chairs can support your back for long hours as you sit in the office. It is also a common aid for the spine. If youre clueless as to where to purchase office chairs, a simple Google search can show you the best chairs for posture.

If youll spend more time on being more aware of your actions, youll find that you have certain bad habits that could compromise your overall well-being.Self-awareness is one of the best ways to fight your bad habits. It may take a little practice and effort, but with the right mindset and dedication, it is possible to kick these bad habits and promote good health.

GratitudeThankful for a Fit & Healthy Body

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I am Thankful for A Fit & Healthy Body

The first entry in this gratitude series focused on mental and emotional health. Here I will share my gratitude for physical health which I believe is a very significant part of our overall well-being. We sometimes overlook the mind and body connection, focusing on one or the other when trying to resolve problems. I know I did until I began to learn and discover how close this connection really is. A weak or sick body can have an influence on a persons mood or motivation. A strong and fit body can positively affect self-confidence, mental vigor and focus. Physical healing can be affected by a persons faith and determination. A negative attitude or perspective can sap a persons strength and energy. Taking care of our bodies is a challenge as well as a privilege. Following I will share the many ways in which I am Thankful forA Fit and Healthy Body.

1. I am thankful for this body I live in.
I once wrote an article in which I compared our bodies to an automobile. In it I said we would probably take much better care of our automobiles if we had just one in our lifetime. Another way I like to look at our bodies is as our home, where our soul and spirit reside. Looking at it this way makes it a very special place. We are a living, breathing temple. We have just one body in our lifetime. Caring for it is a big responsibility, and I want to do my best to keep it healthy and functioning optimally. I also want to appreciate my uniqueness. No one looks exactly like me. I may wish some things were different, but I am going to make the best of what I have. I am thankful that I can love and care for this body I live in.

2. I am thankful that I can improve my body.
There is so much we must do on a daily basis to take care of our bodies. We must provide our bodies with good nutrition at least 3 times a day so they have enough energy to function efficiently. Proper hygiene and grooming are also necessary to keep them clean and looking good. If we want to increase our endurance, strength, and improve how our bodies function, we must exercise. Caring for our bodies is a big responsibility as well as an opportunity to feel good and look better. Its not always easy, however. It takes effort and persistence in exercising and changing our food intake before we begin to see some results. After gaining some weight over the winter, I was determined to get into better shape. I began a more vigorous exercise program and cut out desserts (except for dark chocolate). It wasnt too long before I could fit into my favorite jeans again. I am thankful that there are things I can do to look better and improve my body. I do not have to accept unhealthy habits or sickness. I can do something about them. I can do my part to make my body function better and I will get good results.

3. I am thankful for our God-given senses.
Sometimes I will reflect on the simple blessings we are given in being able to see, hear, smell, taste, and touch. I remember when I went to the eye doctor and got a new prescription. I didnt think my vision changed very much until I put on my new contacts. All of a sudden, as I looked all around I became really excited. I kept saying, I can see. Everything was so clear. I didnt know what I had been missing. I was so thankful to see the outline of the clouds in the sky, the detail in the buildings ahead, and the clarity of colors everywhere. I am very thankful for clear vision. When I enjoy the taste and aroma of delicious foods, I am thankful for the senses that enable me to have this pleasurable experience. A sinus infection that kept me congested for weeks made it very difficult for me to smell or taste much of anything. I sure was thankful when it cleared up, and I was thankful for the little blessings I often take for granted. I am often reminded of the many reasons to be thankful for our hearing. I love music and spend a great deal of time playing and listening to it. I am also thankful for touch. Our bodies can experience all kinds of enjoyable physical sensations. As I think about all the amazing and beautiful things we can enjoy because of our senses, I am so thankful.

4. I am thankful for hands and feet .
Our hands and feet represent where we go and what we do. When my mother began to have problems with her knees, her ability to go where she wanted and needed to go was significantly hindered. She couldnt walk for very long before she would have pain and discomfort in her legs. Her experience always reminds me to be thankful. I love to go for long walks and I enjoy walking, climbing, and exercising that require healthy legs, knees and feet. I am also thankful for the many things I can do well with my hands like play my guitar and work on the computer. A musician friend of mine has problems with arthritis in his hands that limit how long he can play. He is thankful for the ability to still play and he does not let it stop him. Fortunately, he has found some natural remedies that are helpful and keep his hands working. With our hands and feet, we work and serve others. We dance, jump, and play. I take the time right now to give thanks that I am able to work and serve, enjoy life, and go where I need to go and do what I need to do.

5. I am thankful for smiles and laughter
I truly believe the words of this quote: There is no cosmetic for beauty like happiness. ~Lady Marguerite Blessington. A bright and happy smile on a persons face is so beautiful. I think people look their very best when they have inner peace and joy. It shines through their eyes and smile. One of the best ways to bring a smile to our faces is through laughter. I am so thankful that laughter is an inborn trait we all have. I believe we ought to laugh more often. This nonverbal form of communication creates a positive energy and is highly contagious! Laughter is not only good for our mental health; it is also good for our bodies. I heard a doctor describe it as internal jogging and a great way to relax our muscles, lower our blood pressure, and release endorphins. I am thankful for the gift of laughter. I can laugh at myself more often and not take life too seriously. There are many things that can make me laugh and smile. I make it a point to smile at people. I like the way I feel when people smile at me. I am thankful that I can express warmth, love, and joy when I smile and laugh.

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Green Electric Mopeds Good for the Environment

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Electric mopeds are not powered by a gas engine, but with a motor powered by electric batteries. And are powered by an electric motor and offer those who are environmentally conscience a good source of alternative transportation. Electric mopeds are great to have and many people love to use them when trying to save on gas and the environment. Green Electric go peds are designed to carry a maximum rider weight of 220 lbs. Electric mopeds are silent, can travel up to 50 kilometer and can be recharged using a domestic power point. All Electric Mopeds are street legal, running from over 40 to over 60mph depending on model. Today, green electric scooters are just as powerful as their gasoline-powered counterparts, with the added advantage of being virtually silent, clean green machines that can plug into a standard electrical socket to recharge.

Cost

Electric mopeds can cost more than gas mopeds, but they can also be a great investment since they do not require gas. Modern History The popularity of mopeds has been occasionally boosted by the ever-rising cost of gasoline. If you live in a large city, parking fees will push your vehicle costs even higher. Green Electric mopeds are even cheaper than a gas powered one, some costing as little as $700. Electric Scooters have a low maintenance cost and less maintenance as compared to gas scooters and gas vehicles. The fuel costs for electric power are approximately 25% the cost of gasoline power (US, mid-2008). Batteries may also need to be replaced every 3-5 years, the costs of which need to be considered. A distance of few miles with a green moped scooter will cost you around $2 while a large car will charge $100 for the same distance1 year ago. And if you have a 15 mile commute, an electric moped will save you about $1000 per year on fuel costs just for that commute as compared to a 28 mpg car.

Environment

They are environmentally friendly, easy to operate, and easy and cheap to refuel. Green Electric mopeds are relatively inexpensive and they do not need gas so they are cheaper and have less of an impact on the environment. Rising gas prices and environmentally conscious travelers have combined to boost the popularity. Green Electric mobility scooters are great because there is no noise or pollution to the environment.

Green Electric mopeds are great to have and many people love to use them when trying to save on gas. And are the best solution to stop cars from polluting and destroying our local and global environment. You can also feel safe knowing that electric scooters and electric gopeds are better for everyone, because no one has to breathe in gas fumes. We believe that right now electric mopeds are the better selection. Because electric e peds are not powered by any type of fuel, they will not pollute the air with carbon emissions which is detrimental to our environment. All of our green electric motor scooters are DOT certified Motor Vehicles. These funky "Mod" style electric motor scooters are endless fun.

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Healthy Tips and Poisonous Foods for You to Try

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The need of GMO-free food and healthy lifestyle is greater than ever. People go so into losing weight and cleanliness of their homes that it turns into an obsession. Others, though, prefer to live on the edge and experiment and take risks at any given moment. What is I tell you that there is a way to combine the safety and the great experiences of a true adventurer? Read on the tips and make your life better than it has ever been.

Keep your home clean

Feng-shui advice to declutter your home often. It is easy to determine what to keep and what to leave. There are some simple rules to follow when doing that:

If you have not used it for the past year. This rule does not apply for seasons decorations and garden ornaments.
If it doesnt fit you - mainly clothes or shoes.
Throw away everything broken, if it cant be fixed.
Throw away everything that was given to you by someone you dont like or someone you know that doesnt like you.
Rearrange the furniture.
Decrease the use of detergents and chemicals to the standard domestic cleaning solutions.
Add some live flowers in pots.
Get a pet, if you can afford it and have the time to play with it.
Bring the colours in your life. Refresh the walls, get new carpets or add decorations that will make your home more vibrant and fresh.

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Take care of your body

Doing some things regularly, you will remove the toxins and the unnecessary clutter in your life, mind and body. You can always start with detoxing your body with the help of a healthy diet and your favourite physical activities. The extra movement can only do good. Dont push yourself with hard exercises from the first day. Find your inspiration and a teacher who will show you how things are done.

Always look on the bright side of life is not just a line from a Monty Python movie. It is the best advice you can ever get. Find a few minutes each day to look through images that make you feel good. Read a joke or talk with your friend. Or how about doing it all at the same time? There is nothing like sharing a funny image or a joke and see the smile on your friends face.

Eat the right food

It is hard to believe, but most people eat the wrong food all their life. No wonder that they cant lose any weight or always feel hungry. There are foods that you can eat all you want, and others that it is best to stay away from if you wish to be safe and feel better. Learn, taste and try new flavours as often as you can, but dont forget to be cautious.

All you can eat healthy foods:

All kinds of soups and salads
Meat from grass-fed animals and birds
Fish
Oats and full-grain flour
Goat cheese
Tofu
GMO-free veggies especially parsley, zucchini, cucumber
Air popped popcorns
Watermelon
All kinds of berries
Pistachios, almonds, walnuts,
Spices like chilli peppers, mint, green tea
Coconut (just make sure you are loaded on toilet paper)

Foods that are both good and bad:

Mushrooms are food that stays in the middle between healthy and dangerous. They are tasty all the time, but it is necessary to have some knowledge before eating them. Many of the eatable mushrooms have poisonous doubles and if you cant tell the difference you may be in trouble. Fortunately, the mushrooms sold in stores are grown in farms and therefore the danger of food poisoning is practically nonexisting. On the other hand, if you go on a hiking trip and intend to eat a wild mushroom, make sure that it is not poisonous. Bring with yourself a book about edible mushrooms, or a survival manual. Either way, it is best if you also travel with someone who has experience with wildlife and mushrooms.

ShellfishShellfish are tasty and good for the health. Still, you must keep in mind that there are more people allergic to seafood than to anything else. If this food is not part of your everyday meal, then dont eat a large quantity on one meal. Keep in mind that shellfish spoils quickly if not stored properly. If you buy it from the fishermans market, then purchase from a tradesman that offers fresh products every day. If you buy them deep frozen, then cook and consume as soon as the defrost is over.

Brazil nuts generally are good for the health and the thyroid. The selenium inside the brazil nut makes it so healthy and dangerous in the same time. When eaten in large amounts or for a prolonged time the selenium remains in the body and may damage the health permanently or even lead to death. There may be many articles to help you learn a lot about nuts, but this is something I first learned from House MD.

Foods that are bad for your health:

Processed and fast-food meat
Salty snacks
All products with refined sugar or artificial sweeteners
Margarine
Canned food
Non-organic fruits and vegetables

Honestly poisonous foods

Fugu fish. The tetrodotoxin in the fish gland is poisonous. Every chef in japan who offers this fish to his guests have passed years of training of filleting the fish. It is said that in the past the chefs had to eat the cleaned fish themselves. This dangerous practice was meant to destroy the over confidence in the cook and make sure that they will present the safest food possible. The true craft in filleting fugu fish is to leave just a little poison that will be felt by the eating person, but will not cause any major or permanent damage.

Eating any kind of living creature. The danger here is that the animal will stick to your throat or accidentally enter your lungs. People in Korea eat live octopus as a proof of bravery. Even though there is a trick to doing that, there are many cases with a fatal end.

Any food with mould on it. Brie cheese and blue cheese are quite famous for their taste, but not many people know that the taste comes from the mould that helps the cheese ferment. You can say that penicillin is created out of the mould, but that is a completely different matter. Here once more, the danger comes from the allergies some people have. It is strange but true that a thin slice of cheese can send someone to the hospital and even kill a person.

Ackee fruit is a preferred dish in some parts of Africa. When eating this fruit at any cost avoid the seeds because they contain the poison hypoglycin. Nausea, fatigue, and can even lead to a lethal end to someone who consume the seeds.

Bonus: strange and dangerous food

Brain. There are many cultures from all over the world that eat entrails including the brain. In many parts of Asia, there are recipes that include monkey brain. It is not exactly poisonous food, but it can cause Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease. The disease is similar to Mad Cow disease. Fortunately, the spreading on domesticated animals is nonexisting in most parts of the world. Monkeys, on the other hand, are not domestic animals and therefore may be carriers. It is best to avoid this exotic dish even if you are a great adventurer.

History of Diamonds

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For most of the people, diamonds are just a precious stone that is used for making various delicate and beautiful ornaments such as diamond necklaces, diamond bracelets or diamond rings in India. But none of us has ever wondered the history of these beautiful yet strong jewellery stones. Let us quickly explore the essential elements from the history of the diamonds.

Diamond History:

Before we talk about the history of diamonds in relation to humans, we should explain how the history of a diamond started. The conditions for the creation of diamonds are rare and specific. Diamonds form when unique criteria are met and happen. The fact that these conditions are rare is important. After all, if diamonds formed under local conditions, they wouldnt be as valuable as treated by humans. Essentially, diamonds form when carbon-bearing materials are exposed to high pressure, maintaining low temperature and similar environment. There are only two places on our planet where these conditions can occur, including the mantle found below stable continental plates and the site of a meteorite strike. The word diamond which symbolizes love, and bond, and symbolizes the hardest substance. Therefore, diamonds are known for its strength and hardness and are popularly known as the hardest stones than all the available stones. They are widely used in some commercial purposes and as well as in Jewelleries. And diamond jewellery wear by men and women both.

The diamonds were found in the 4th century BC in India. During the ancient times, the diamonds were used for cutting tools, polishing element and even in some medical treatments. It was later when the world realized the value of the diamonds and then they were used as ornaments. The diamonds have always been known for their strength and hardness; hence, they were also used by some warriors for getting protection against the enemies in the war.

According to brilliance site, diamond and coal hold a lot of similar characteristics. Both the substances are made of carbon. Now, the big question that arises is that if both the elements diamonds and coal are made of carbon, then why there is a difference in the two substances. The answer to this is very simple and lies in the composition of the carbon atoms. Diamonds are formed when one carbon atom combines with four other carbon atoms and is subjected to high pressure and temperature.

India was considered as the only source of diamonds until the 18th century. India had a plenty of diamond mills at that time which was considered as one of an essential source of diamonds. Though, India still has many diamond mills that are capable to meet the requirements of diamonds throughout the world. But, later many other sources were identified which contained elements and potential of delivering diamonds. Brazil was one of the major sources of diamonds along with India during the 18th century.

Earlier because of lack of modern technologies, the only source of diamonds was the natural source that is mining the diamond mines or digging the earth's crust to find the valuable stone. Also, the diamonds found with the natural ways were of high quality and did not contain any sort of deformation or contamination. They were in the purest forms. But, with the changing times and with the advancement in the technology, the world has found many types of machinery and equipment for developing the diamonds with artificial ways. Though, the pressure and temperature conditions are kept the same.

Because, of the use of many artificial methods and ways for making diamonds, the diamonds formulated with the artificial means and ways often contain some deformation and tints which are perfectly hidden with the ways of polishing and production advancement in the process of diamond generation.

How Does Payment Work for Online Content Writing

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Are you looking for ways to earn more money? Do you have a natural talent and passion for writing?

Writing content online is becoming an increasingly popular option for making money. Whether its freelance or full-time work, theres an opportunity for you, if youre willing to put in the effort.

In this article, well provide some useful information regarding how payment works for online content writing.

The Importance of Having a Contract

First and foremost, when doing any kind of freelance work, especially online content writing, having a contract is essential. Why? Without having an agreement in writing between you and your client, issues can easily arise.

For example, you could end up not getting paid for work that youve completed! And no one likes to work for free.

Creating Invoices

Once you have finalized your contract and actually completed an assignment for your client, you might find yourself wondering exactly how you are going to go about getting paid. Before you can make any money, however, youll need to create an invoice for any job(s) youve completed.

There are several different ways to go about doing this. You could create a simple document in Word, Google Docs, or a similar program. This will outline the project that you have completed, the time you spent working on it, the date, and most importantly, the total amount that is due.

Alternatively, you could use a system to create your invoice. This will automate the process somewhat, saving you some precious time and energy. Youll be able to spend time on more important things like actually writing!

Below are some invoicing systems you could try:

Pay Stub Creator
Harvest
Freshbooks

It may take some time, but you will eventually learn what works best for you.

Getting Paid for Your Online Content Writing

Depending on how you are finding work, there are two popular methods of getting paid for your writing.

PayPal

If you are primarily finding work through content mills, PayPal will likely become your best friend and quickly. Its a popular option for a reason. For one, its a well-known website that is secure. It is trusted and used by many.

Two, its easy! After creating an account with your email address, youll be prompted to link your PayPal account to your personal bank account. And youre all set!

Any funds you receive will be deposited directly into your PayPal account. From there, you have two options:

You can either leave the money in your PayPal account and use it to do things such as shop online, or you can transfer it to your personal or business bank account.

Checks

Believe it or not, paper checks are still a popular method of payment for some companies. One advantage of this is that there is a delay from when the check is cut and mailed, to when the funds are actually deducted. If the company is strapped for cash, checks allow them to stay above water that much longer.

One Final Note

If you are trying your hand at doing some online content writing and find that you are struggling, take a look at our tips on how to beat writers block for good! So, conquer your writers block and get to writing theres money to be made!