Tuesday, April 29, 2008

Family Fitness Fun - Keep Fit & Healthy & Have Fun With Your Family!

By James Penn When you make time for fitness, you find the effort more than worthwhile. Not only does your physical appearance improve when you shed those unwanted pounds, you also feel more energetic and more enthusiastic about life. So grab your family and hit the desk with these fitness ideas. Get everyone in your family involved in monthly fitness activity planning. If you dont take time to make time, it is unlikely that it will happen, or at least it will be less likely. Find out when each family member is free and schedule a biking trip to a local park for a picnic, for example. Or get on the zoos mailing list and attend one of their functions outdoors. Get on mailing lists for your local YMCA, Recreation Center and other activity centers, too, and participate in their activities. Fitness includes healthy eating, so involve each family member in this, too. Get cookbooks from the library and make copies of recipes to experiment with, asking everyone to share in the planning. Try not only regional and popular dishes but also foreign recipes to add some spice in your life. Then take turns cooking and cleaning up. Learn low-fat meal preparation methods from books and helpful magazine and online articles. Adapt them to suit the needs of your family. Try fun fitness activities together like square dancing, joga, climbing, karate. See whats available at your gym or Jazzercise center and sign up for a trial. Beverage choices are important. So look into investing in a water filter for your kitchen to avoid spending so much on bottled water. Save sugary soda for Friday fun night. Take care of your health and teach your other family members to do the same: brushing teeth, gums and tongue after each meal and snack; washing hands regularly to get rid of unwanted germs; using sunscreen for outdoor activities; using good lighting for better eye care; and more. Ask your family doctor about vitamins and mineral supplements for everyone. Call local hotels to see about using their pool for family fun. Many places offer day, monthly or other rates for nearby residents. Plan fitness activities with your neighbors. There are plenty of National Parks for camping where you can even rent Tee Pees and small cabins. Plan an outing together and hike, fish, enjoy the beach, swim, ski, go kayaking or canoeing; in short enjoy the great outdoors. Download your free report entitled ‘Ultimate Weight Loss Strategies’ from http://www.ultimateweightlossstrategies.com and read the health, fitness and self improvement tips at http://www.ultimateweightlossstrategies.com/articles.html Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=James_Penn http://EzineArticles.com/?Family-Fitness-Fun—Keep-Fit-and-Healthy-and-Have-Fun-With-Your-Family!&id=463227 guaranteed bad credit loan] free credit report canada buy a car with bad credit repair credit score
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Monday, April 21, 2008

The Two Most Desired Traits In A Mate - This Will Blow Your Pants Off (Pt. 2)

By Christine Akiteng In Pt. 1 of this article I broke down the trait of kindness for you. The second most desired trait is intelligence. This is where it gets really, really interesting. When it comes to choosing mates for long term relationships we are smarter than we even know. We chose mates based on 8 types of intelligence, not just the one or two IQ tests measure. Here are those 8 types of intelligence: 1. Interpersonal Intelligence (People Smarts): the ability to understand other peoples intentions, motivations and desires. We are attracted to people smarts people because they relate well, have many friends and are cooperative. They are also sensitive to our feelings, fears, moods, temperament, motivations and intentions. They are genuinely empathic, and genuinely concerned about what is happening to us moment by moment. 2. Linguistic Intelligence (Word Smarts): the capacity to use language to express what’s on your mind. Human courtship is largely through the use of words and people who are good at thinking in words and using language to express and appreciate lifes beauty and complexes are very attractive because they excite, please, convince and stimulate us by the way they use words to convey information. 3. Musical Intelligence (Rhythm Smarts): the capacity to think and communicate using rhythm. This is what I like to call the Elvis Presley Phenomenon. Men and women with this trait have the unusual ability to make the rest of us feel what they feel, become one with them, and together with them. Their song becomes my/our song because we feel connected to them in a deeper and more primal way. We even want to take on their identity - amazing! And to think I always wanted to be Michael Jackson - before the plastic surgery! 4. Bodily/Kinesthetic Intelligence (Body Smarts): the capacity to use your whole body as intelligent communicator of ideas, emotions, desires etc. Were attracted to people with this trait because body smart people are body expressive, they have good timing, coordination and reflexes, they like physical contact and are very responsive, they have exceptional control of their bodies and as a result excellent in using their bodies in the bedroom - or where ever you prefer to do it.. 5. Mathematical Intelligence (Logic Smarts): the capacity to understand the relationship between cause and effect and manipulate numbers, quantities, and operations. We attracted to people with this intelligence because of their ability to think and reason deductively and inductively. They are usually organized good planners and most of us enjoy some level of certainty. They are also good at handling and managing money and financial investments. 6. Naturalist Intelligence (Jungle Smarts): sensitivity, respect and understanding of the delicate balance and deep relationship between the nature within and the nature outside (other creatures and features of the natural world). Although we’ve come along from the jungle days our Psychological brains are still programmed to be attracted to people who can effectively deal with their surroundings. People who are savvy about their environment make us feel safe and happy” because we know we can always count on them to introduce us to the mysteries and wonders (nice restaurant, discount store, important people and connections etc) and protect us from physical harm. 7. Intrapersonal Intelligence (Self Smarts): having an understanding of yourself; knowing who you are, what you can do, what you want to do, how you react to things, which things to avoid, and which things to gravitate toward. We are drawn to people who have a good understanding of themselves because they tend to know what they can and can’t do, and to know where to go if they need help. They can be relied on to take care of us when we can’t take care of ourselves. 8. Existential Intelligence ( Life Smarts ): the ability to be sensitive to, and have the capacity to pose and ponder larger questions such as the meaning of life, why are we born, why are some people evil, why do we die, what is consciousness, or how did we get here etc. We are attracted to people with this intelligence because they are fully aware and appreciative of the world we live in - its diversity, complexity, and wonder. And if we are open to it, they take us to places that our fearful minds are usually afraid to go. Come to think about it. It seems to me that were not that very different from our ancestors because survival selection still shapes how we chose a mate and who we find attractive. If youve been focusing your energies elsewhere like in pick-up lines, tricks and techniques, you are riding in the wrong banana boat. Why not just focus on developing the traits of kindness and intelligence and let survival selection take its course? My interest is in - how we can take advantage of this knowledge so that when a man or woman comes looking we will be chosen as the desired mate. How can we best position ourselves so that his or her survival instinct radar zooms on us- Zap! You are the one I want! I have a few ideas on my website on how this is possible. This is a quest, one which I intend on taking all the way back to discovering every little secret our ancestors used to attract more mates and higher quality mates. Ill share with you what I find out. 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Thursday, April 17, 2008

Why a Little Bit of Marketing Does You Good, Especially at Christmas

By Rachel Lane My grandpa, whos a Quaker, used to disapprove of the fact that I ventured into marketing, but hes coming round to my way of thinking, even at the grand age of 92. He is suspicious of marketing (in his mind - a term synonymous with extracting money from a gullible party, for the benefit of corporate greed) and doesnt believe in profit, even though profit itself is not a bad thing. I bring this issue up because in case you hadnt noticed, its going to be Christmas soon and as usual any company which can exploit Christmas as a commercial theme is doing so. But before we exchange our Christmas wreath for cynicism on our front door, sometimes marketing can be beneficial and the creativity in marketing campaigns can be enjoyed by the consumer. Take for instance (but not for instant) Starbucks Coffee Company, no longer is it just a coffee company! If youre still refusing to do your Christmas shopping online, marketing executives at Starbucks have come up with a few ideas so that you can break the shopping up with interludes of Gingerbread Latte, Eggnog Latte or Toffee Nut Latte http://starbucks.co.uk/en-GB/_Favorite+Beverages/Christmas+Beverages.htm You could even come back after the shopping and have a Chocolate Mint Bliss or Mint Chocolate Chip Frappuccino. If marketing brings Gingerbread Lattes, then its got to be a good thing. Its not just the high street shops which are getting festive. Online stores are getting into the Christmas spirit too, even finance companies; the traditional residences of Scrooge type characters. Moneynet, a personal finance information research specialist, has brought out a http://www.moneynet.co.uk/christmas-savings-guide/index.shtml, with a range of money-saving tips to help the innocent consumer navigate their way past loan sharks who feed on the financial difficulties of certain families, particularly at Christmas. But lets not dwell on the doom and gloom, lets think about the children, whats marketing doing for them? Well the Early Learning Centre has developed a special Christmas section (http://www.elc.co.uk/category-720) on its website to inspire parents, grandparents and relatives with ideas of suitable gifts for the children. If your daughter is more into Stevie Wonder than Golden Wonder, then she might be impressed with the Pink Keyboard And Stool; though remember, musical toys last for years not just for Christmas, its your sanity at stake. Marketing and commercial competition has also made a fantastic choice available on the internet and it gives us ideas, when weve run out of inspiration ourselves. So whilst we need to remain sceptical about advertising, there are some advantages to profit investment and Starbucks Chocolate Mint Bliss is one of them. But Christmas isnt just for the kids, its for the big kids too. Justtoys is a site which sells toys for parents, buying toys for their children. If my parents are reading this, or even my colleagues, I quite fancy the http://www.justtoys.com/toy.asp/Toy/33/buy/radio-control-dalek.htm which offers seven phrases triggered by buttons on the remote control, 360 degree on the spot rotational movement and the Dome and Eyestalk move from side to side as it moves. Beats slippers and writing paper any day. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Rachel_Lane http://EzineArticles.com/?Why-a-Little-Bit-of-Marketing-Does-You-Good,-Especially-at-Christmas&id=97177 phentermine no prescription us buy phentermine no prescription required phentermine on line without prescription phentermine without prescription cod
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Tuesday, April 15, 2008

Business Cash Advance Vs. Small Business Loans

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Friday, April 11, 2008

Fishing in the Outer Banks

By Kathryn Lively For the fishing enthusiast, one will be hard pressed to find a more relaxing locale than the Currituck Outer Banks to partake in your favorite activity. Pleasant, year-round weather, spacious beaches, and excellent locales up the coast allow for excellent fishing on charters, area piers, and even the shore. Grab your tackle box and your best spinning rods and spend the day in Currituck. Whether you take home just one drum or an entire cooler full of spot, a day of fishing in the Outer Banks beat a day at work. Where to Fish in the Outer Banks The northern coast of the Outer Banks and Knotts Island offer many places for serene, comfortable fishing. Residents and visitors alike often congregate at the Coinjock Marina, where one can fish off the pier or charter a boat trip for some deep sea action. The Midway Marina & Motel, on the Intracoastal Waterway, offers a number of amenities for traveling fishermen, including Internet access and clean, comfortable rooms for extended stay. On Knotts Island, there Pearl’s Bay Villa Marina & Resturant across the Currituck Sound from Carova Beach. There the fish are plentiful and the views especially breathtaking. Types of Fish in the Outer Banks Many associate the Chesapeake Bay area with crabbing, and indeed you may find a number of commercial trawlers on the sea when you head out to fish. Truth is, though, there are a variety of fish to be had in the Currituck Outer Banks. On a good day, one can catch bluefish, speckled trout, spot and puppy drum, as well as some croaker, black drum, flounder, and even small sharks. When the tides are right, pier fishermen may be able to catch some red drum, while striped bass is reported found near Oregon Inlet. Weather Conditions for the Outer Banks The best thing about fishing in the Outer Banks is that it need not be limited to the warmer months. Truth be told, the warmth in this region stretches further through the year than in most areas, and during the off-season the beaches are not crowded. Fishermen can take advantage of the time before Spring Break for uninterrupted fishing. From March through November you may see lows in the 60s in the colder months, and highs into the 80s-90s at the peak of summer. Consequently, water temperature also varies, in the 50s during colder month, warming in the summer and staying relatively warm (as high as 70 degrees) as late as October. Whether you want to fish early in the year or in the heat of summer, the Outer Banks should be a must visit for all fishing enthusiasts. Kathryn Lively is a freelance writers whose travel articles appear on many websites, including VisitCurrituck.com, the official website of Currituck County Travel and Tourism. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Kathryn_Lively http://EzineArticles.com/?Fishing-in-the-Outer-Banks&id=350531 phentermine without prescription mastercard cheap phentermine 30mg buy cheap phentermine no prescription phentermine without prior prescription
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Tuesday, April 8, 2008

Sanyo MM-8300, a Racy, Sexy Cell Phone

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Sunday, April 6, 2008

Nokia N95- Experience the Magic

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Saturday, April 5, 2008

Essential Nutrients You Should Check Before Doing Weight Loss

By Jed Baguio When you are on a weight loss diet, you may be unknowingly, while cutting down on the calories be also cutting down on essential nutrients What Are These Nutrients? Calcium Fibre Magnesium Vitamin E Vitamin D Calcium is essential for the proper functioning of Muscles, Bones, Teeth, Hair and Nails etc. It could be called the beauty mineral. It also helps to keep the heart beating normally. It can also help with your Weight Loss Diet. The Institute of Medicine says that the older we get the more we need Calcium. 19 - 50 years old need to take 1000 mgs per day 51 - upwards need to take 1200 mgs per day Fibre is needed to keep your Intestines in good working order. It will keep your Bowels regular and also help you maintain overall good health. If you are on a Weight Loss Diet, it is very filling and is found in foods with less Calories so that it is important for weight loss. Men and Women need different amounts of Fibre each day: Men 19 - 50 years = 38 grams, 51 and older 30 grams Women 19 - 50 years = 25 grams, 51 and older 21 grams. Magnesium is essential for many of your bodys day to day running. To name a few: Bone strength Boosts the Immune System Normalizes Muscle, Nerve and Heart function. Your needs on a daily basis are: Men 19 - 30 years = 400 milligrams, 31 and older 420 milligrams Women 19 - 30 years = 310 milligrams, 31 and older = 320 milligrams. Some Magnesium rich foods are: Whole Grains Pumpkin Seeds Beans - Black or White Soy as a Protein instead of meat. Vitamin E is found in fatty foods, such as nuts, seeds and oils. If you are on a Weight Loss Diet you will be avoiding fatty foods mistakenly believing that you are helping yourself to lose weight. But it is needed to fight pollutants that your body is being bombarded with every day. What Can You Eat To Ensure You Get Enough Vitamin E? Sunflower Seeds Almonds Vitamin D What Have These People Got In Common? People with dark skin People who avoid the sun Older adults They all may have a deficiency of Vitamin D. Vitamin D is known as the sunshine vitamin. It is manufactured in the skin by being exposed to sunlight. As you get older, your need for this increases because even with sufficient sunlight, your body may not be able to manufacture enough of it. Unfortunately, Vitamin D cannot be found in food, instead it is in Nutritional Supplements and is recommended. By all means if you are on a Weight Loss Diet, eat foods with fewer calories but do take care not to miss out on the essential nutrients that your body needs. If You Like This Article, then you might also like my other must-read Weight Loss Articles at http://www.MyWeightLossNewsletter.com/ - See You There! Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Jed_Baguio http://EzineArticles.com/?Essential-Nutrients-You-Should-Check-Before-Doing-Weight-Loss&id=497369 buy phentermine online with mastercard phentermine diet pills online where to buy phentermine without prescription phentermine no prescription needed
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Thursday, April 3, 2008

No More Fad Diets or Quick Fixes

By Nicole Bandes I have put off writing this article for a long time. I didnt want to sound like just another person trying to monopolize on the huge weight loss industry with another fad diet or quick fix. But I believe that fad diets dont work and quick fixes dont last. So what is one to do at this time of year when people begin to realize how much they have gained during the holidays and that its time to get back to losing. How is one supposed to go about doing that? Most people understand the basic concept of calories in must not be more than calories burned in order to lose weight so I wont spend time on this concept. However, if you work hard to eat right and work out but still dont seem to lose weight, there may be an underlying problem. Americans struggle with weight loss is no different than our increasing struggles with other diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and even cancer. For each problem, there is a root cause. If you can get to the root cause, the problem goes away by itself. This, unfortunately, is a perspective that is often missed by medical doctors. So what are some of the root causes of weight gain? There are six primary causes which effect how much difficulty you experience when trying to lose weight. 1. Diabesity. While you may be eating fewer calories than you burn, if those calories primarily consist of simple carbohydrates (sugar, white flour and rice, potato chips, soda, etc) then this will cause an increase in insulin levels. This overproduction of insulin drives the simple carbohydrates into storage as fat. High levels of insulin suppress glucagons, a hormone that pulls sugar out of storage to keep blood sugar stable. This causes a drop in blood sugar that leads to cravings for more sugar and carbohydrates. Eventually this can lead to insulin resistances and diabetes but in the short term it contributes to weight gain. Possible indicators that this is a problem for you include a waist measurement (at the navel) larger than hip measurement, daily consumption of simple carbohydrates, sugar cravings, mid afternoon fatigue, experience hypoglycemia or Type II diabetes. Key to successful weight loss: Alter your diet. Cut out all simple carbohydrates. This will be a struggle in the beginning as is the removal of any addictive substance. However, with the knowledge that the cravings will go away in less time than it takes to add 2lbs to your weight, you can get a jumpstart on your weight loss program. Other factors that will be of benefit include supplementing with chromium GTF, a mineral known to be beneficial for the maintenance of normal blood sugar levels, and cleansing can help to flush the system of simple carbohydrates quicker. 2. Estrogen Dominance. Whether you are male or female, excess estrogen increases fat storage in our bodies. In our society, we are bombarded with excess estrogens from meats and dairy products as well as xeno-estrogens (man made) from plastic containers, pesticides and household chemicals (to name a few). Our livers, the primary organ responsible for breaking down excess hormones, are also overtaxed with all the prescription drugs, pollution and alcohol we ingest. Possible indicators that this is a problem for you include prostate problems (men), heavy menstrual bleeding or uterine fibroids (women), regular consumption of commercially raised meats and dairy products, daily consumption of beverages from soft plastic containers (milk, juice, water, etc), enlarged breast area (men), PMS symptoms (women). Key to successful weight loss: Balance your hormones. Eliminate excess estrogens from your life (hormone laden meats and dairy, plastics, and pesticides/household chemicals. 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Tuesday, April 1, 2008

Essential Oils Descriptive Terms (Essential Oil - Hormone)

By KG Stiles Glossary of Descriptive Terms - Essential Oils Properties, Actions & Effects Essential oil - a volatile and aromatic liquid (sometimes semi-solid), which generally constitutes the odorous principles of a plant, obtained by process of expression or distillation Estrogen - a hormone produced by the ovary, necessary for development of female secondary sexual characteristics Expectorant -helps promote the removal of mucus from respiratory system Febrifuge - combats fever Fixative - a material that slows down the rate of evaporation of the more volatile component in a perfume Fixed oils - vegetable oil obtained from plants that, unlike essential oils, are fatty, dense and nonvolatile Fungicidal (athletes foot, Candida, ringworm) - prevents and combats fungal infection Galactogenic - promotes flow of milk Gastritis - inflammation of stomach lining Genitourinary - referring to both genital and reproductive systems Germicidal - destroys germs or micro-organisms Gingivitis - inflammation of the gum Gout - a disease that involves excess uric acid in the blood Halitosis - offensive breath Heartwood - the central part of a tree trunk Hematuria - blood in the urine Hemorrhoids - dilated rectal veins Hemostatic - arrests bleeding Hepatic - relating to the liver, tones and aids its function Hormone - a product of living cells that produces a specific effect on the activity of cells remote from its point of origin Holistic MindBody Therapy, including pure essential oils, are gentle, noninvasive complementary forms of health care for balancing and synchronizing your body, mind and spirit and a natural, safe and effective way to enhance your health and well-being. Holistic health care often produces satisfying results where other methods have failed. Please consult with your physician regarding serious health concerns and do not attempt to self diagnose. KG has developed massage training and holistic health programs for the spa industry, health clubs and clinics, schools, resorts, as well as for individual clients. She is a MindBody Therapist and Health Educator with advanced certification and training in Bowen Therapy, BodyTalk and Aromatherapy. She is the owner of Springhill Wellness Center and the founder & director of PurePlant Essentials aromatherapy products. Click to learn about KGs Consulting Services Click to learn about KGs Presentations and Workshops Click to learn about KGs entire line of Products and Services More Info? Contact: KG Stiles at Springhill Wellness Center, 2520 Springhill Drive Ashland, OR USA (541) 941-7315 Mahalo! Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=KG_Stiles http://EzineArticles.com/?Essential-Oils-Descriptive-Terms-(Essential-Oil—Hormone)&id=515416 suicide ambien overdose ambien uk ambien zolpidem gaba receptor zolpidem
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