I would really love to attend the annual Glastonbury festival wherein someone will have the chance to see a number of great performing artists in a three day festival. I've learned that this year, celebrities like Jack Johnson, U2 and Emerging Talent Contest early bird winners My Luminaries will be performing this year. Since hundreds of people are expected to join the festival, organizers came up with an idea to have what they
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Motivated to Lose Weight
Last week, I had the chance to meet with my former classmates in college which is also my closest friends and we were able to discuss about our status in life and what plans we have in mind. Odette, a friend who introduced me to my current boyfriend, told me that she thinks it's time for us to get married. My boyfriend and I has been together for almost five years now and to be honest with you... I also feel the same. Well, hey - I'm turning 30 this year and most of the girls my age already have dozens of children while I am here and wasn't even married! I am giving myself till the end of this month to finalize as to whether I would go for it or I would wait a little more, till we are already financially stable and once I get rid of this 40 pounds off my weight.
Well, speaking of losing weight... just yesterday I bought a little device that would help me lose weight in preparation for my wedding. I don't want to walk in the aisle looking bloated. It's a little machine that works on the whole body and it's so easy to use as I only just need to lean and balance myself from one side to the other. I also intend to try Herbalife products which Sam, my friend is currently using right now. I swear, she lost almost a third of her body weight in just a month or two and it's all because of a certain Herbalife Formula 1 Shake Mix and some Herbalife supplements. I can tell that since it works for her, I'm sure it would work for me too especially now that I have motivation to lose weight. Did some research and found out through their site that they offer a lot of products that would help any individual regardless of their age, weight and race (they even have their site in different languages! Check their Herbalife Soziales.) Can't wait to try this remarkable products!
I would let you know my progress. If I lose at least 20 pounds for the next two months... I think I would be ready for the d-day!
note: I'm currently weighing 175 lbs. Way to go!
Healthier New Year
Last week, I decided to live a healthier life. I wanted to lose some extra pounds and I intend to make sure that I would be able to meet my target weight in the next three months. I would be celebrating my 30th birthday next month and since I am not getting younger… I’ve realized that it would be harder for me to lose weight because of my age if I won’t start that scheme as soon as possible. I decided to take one step at a time and lose weight slowly but surely. Here are my initial action plans:
First, I would try to quit smoking. I’ve realized that it would not be easy so I decided to first try using electronic cigarette for a start just to lower down my nicotine intake since I've learned that it does contain no tar, tobacco, ash, or smell. You can smoke whenever you want without having to worry about the serious drawbacks of traditional cigarettes. What's best is that it is 75% cheaper than a regular cigarette! I love it!
Second, I would only eat healthy foods from now on. I just recently purchased an electronic griller which does have an oil plate to remove excess fat from the food. Instead of having my food fried, I could just have it grilled instead.
Lastly, I would need to exercise everyday. I also just recently purchased an exercise machine which is so handy I could keep it under my bed. It promises a 2-3 pounds reduction on my weight if I would faithfully use it for ten minutes daily. I normally take my ten minute work out after each heavy meal such as breakfast or lunch.
I need to make it work this time not just because I want to wear that sexy bikini this summer…I need to do this for security reasons. Obesity is not that easy to handle but if someone has the determination and consistency… I know there is no mountain high enough for her. I intend to make it work. God help me.
MY OWN STRESS RELIEVER
I think I have found a new solution and a new way to alleviate stress.. I think buying a new gadget would definitely revive back my passion to get back on the right track. I've been thinking of buying a new celphone this year as my old phone already messed up. I can use it's call capability but it is very hard for me to use it's texting function. The A key on the keypads are very hard to press and it takes a lot of effort to just put in that single letter. There has been a lot of miscommunication that happened before because I was'nt able to convey the message correctly as the letter "A" on the words was missing.
I checked on the net and was able to stumble upon a phone blog that gave me an idea to just buy a mobile phone online. It would definitely save me time and energy as I don't need to go to an actual mobile phone retail store to look for the perfect phone that would fit both my lifestyle and budget. This uk phone shops blog provides information about having to buy phones online and their advantages. I've learned through phone blog uk that online stores usually offers cheaper price for the phones as compared to retail or street stores. They often gave out discounts and promos online to attract customers. I tried going to an online phone shop and they also provides information about the product and it's specifications. Unlike buying from a street store for mobile phones where you are not so sure if the salesman is really giving out the correct and accurate information about the product. Through an online store, you're sure that all the information that you are receiving are first hand infos from the manufacturer itself.
I would definitely get a new phone come next month (I'm still saving for it) and I will definitely buy it through an online shop. Wish me luck!
I Need A Break
I have been so busy trying to find ways on how I can manage my time doing my online job and my full time work as a tech support. I think I really need a break and I already asked my supervisor about my plans of filing a letter of intent for a leave of absence for at least a week on February, my birthday month. I guess, I need to give my self at least a week's rest so I can think things over clearly and decide whether or not to push through with my plan of really hitting it big on this online work. I hope I can make it.
By the way, I asked Melai's sister to help me in my online work. I gave her a share of my tasks and gave her instructions on how to go about doing it. I need to upload the files I have made for my client and I need to have an assistant so I could send it before deadline. I use this site, misupload.com for sending out large files that is too large for email. I can even host files, images, videos, and audio through the site and I can use it for several other purposes other than work. I can now clearly see the convenience of not having to bring along my portable hard drive or those little usb sticks. All I just need to do is to do file upload through the site and just download it on any other computers! What a convenient way to send huge files! I was also able to find out that I can also earn through the site just by uploading files which is not less than 5 MB. I think I've just discovered another favorite site!
I will post some other stress reliever tips and info's here for those of you who are drained just like me,lol. For the meantime,ciao!
Eat Right – 20 Tips : Wash That Big Mac
Healthy Tips: PART 3
When the waitress asks what you want to drink, always say iced tea. The more we learn about tea, the more healthful it looks. A recent U.S. Department of Agriculture (news – web sites) study found that a serving of black tea had more antioxidants – crucial to your body’s defense against heart disease, cancer, and even wrinkles – than a serving of broccoli or carrots.
Have an afternoon snack every day at 3 o ‘ clock. A nutritional boost between lunch and dinner wards off fatigue and keeps you from overindulging later, says Keith Ayoob. Ed.D..R.D., director of the nutrition clinic at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine’s Rose F. Kennedy Center. Just don’t scarf down a candy bar. Try yogurt and fruit, crackers and cheese, or an egg (hard-boiled), an apple, and a thirsty-quencher like bottled water. All of these foods will give you long-lasting energy.
Always leave the skin on your fruit. If you peel apples or pears, you’re throwing away heavy-duty nutrients and fiber. Same goes for potatoes. Go ahead and peel oranges, but leave as much of the the white stem that runs up the middle.
Happy Birthday Papa
Today is my father's 62nd birthday! Time flies so fast. One time he's 40 - the next time you realized he's 22 years older. I used to be what they call a "daddy's girl". Since I am the youngest and I am my father's only child (my mom had 3 other children to her previous marriage) ... he spoil me a lot. He always gives me whatever I want until he lost his job. Since then, everything changed. He does'nt spend a lot of time with us anymore, he is most of the time drunk and became irritated. He was not the same sweet loving father I used to know and because of that, mom decided to leave him. We left him alone and I guess that's the reason why he got himself another wife.
I now have a younger brother and a loving stepmom and I know that Papa already contented in his life right now as he now have a family he can call his own. So later I would go to his house with my hubby and celebrate with them. I have purchased a hair regrowth product as a gift. My father is losing his hair and I know he feels bad about it. He would normally wear hats to hide his baldness and I could tell he is slowly losing his self confidence because of his baldness. I am also planning to buy finasteride online as finasteride was a known medication used to treat male pattern hair loss. I want him to look younger and feel good about himself in his birthday.
I hope I can make my father happy today because of my presence and my gift. I love my daddy so much and though I now have my own family and my own man... he is still the first love of my life. I love you Papa! Happy Birthday!
Surviving Cancer
Hello everyone! How's your day? I hope everyone is in good shape and in perfect health. I would like to share with you what I have learned by researching about what really causes diseases. According to Chinese pathology, there are three principal causes of the disharmony that brings disease: external factors, emotions and irregularities in day to day living. It is not just acquired because of things we normally use or do nor because of our lifestyle... in fact, a huge portion, about 90% of diseases are caused by psychosomatic factors. Psychosomatic pertains to physical disorder that is caused by or notably influenced by emotional factors.
I stumble upon a site featuring a story about a man suffering with mesothelioma cancer. By the way, mesothelioma is a form of cancer that is almost always caused by exposure to asbestos - a
silicate mineral with long, thin fibrous crystals usually used for heat and sound insulation as well as roofing and flooring for homes and establishments. Uses of asbestos include a wide range of products, primarily for heat and sound insulation, roofing and flooring so the most common persons afflicted with mesothelioma asbestos type of cancer are construction workers, automobile mechanics, pipe fitters and ship builders. When the man was informed about his condition, he and his family was shocked as never in their wildest dream did they thought that a family member would catch such kind of deadly disease. It's a good thing that they do have a strong family bond and are ready to fight together to destroy the cancer. They researched through all the available resources different therapies, medical procedures and even alternative treatments. With all the information they gathered, the man-Mr. Kraus worked with his doctor to heal his disease and 12 years later, he is still alive and kicking. What's good about this story is that the disease was diagnosed through early detection and because of that they were able to have an accurate mesothelioma prognosis or probable course and outcome of the cancer's influence on the body. In that way, they were able to treat the condition faster.
Faith in God, family support and will to live are the key elements why a cancer patient survives such tragedy. Add research and a good relationship with your doctor and you'll have a good chance of surviving any type of disease.
Facts About COKE
Just this morning, I together with my mom is watching an early morning show "Umagang Kay Ganda" (What a Beautiful Morning) and Kuya Kim, the host had a segment about what acid does to our body. What he did is that he poured a cup of vinegar to a raw meat and in just a couple minutes...the meat turned pale, so pale as a meat you just took out of the freezer. He said that the meat symbolizes our organs in the body like liver and the vinegar corresponds to any type of acid such as coke, beer and any other type of beverages. To be honest with you, I was shocked. I never imagined that Coke, my favorite drink... my constant companion during lunch and dinner does this to my body. I still can't believe it so what I did is I researched the net for any article that would at least support what Kuya Kim reported and I was shocked by the hundred of blogs covering the said topic.
When I did my research on this topic, I read some where about some of the properties of Coke which I think you might find interesting and will have some idea how harmful it can be.
- In many states (in the USA) the highway patrol carries two gallons of coke in the truck to remove blood from the highway after a car accident.
- You can put a T-bone steak in a bowl of Coke and it will be gone in two days.
- To clean a toilet: Pour a can of Coca-Cola into the toilet bowl and let the “real thing” sit for one hour, then flush clean. The citric acid in Coke removes stains from vitreous China.
- To remove rust spots from chrome car bumpers: Rub the bumper with a rumpled-up piece of Reynolds Wrap aluminum foil dipped in Coca-Cola.
- To clean corrosion from car battery terminals: Pour a can of Coca-Cola over the terminals to bubble away the corrosion.
- To loosen a rusted bolt: Applying a cloth soaked in Coca-Cola to the rusted bolt for several minutes.
- To bake a moist ham: Empty a can of Coca-Cola into the baking pan, wrap the ham in aluminum foil, and bake. Thirty minutes before the ham is finished, remove the foil, allowing the drippings to mix with the Coke for a sumptuous brown gravy.
- To remove grease from clothes: Empty a can of coke into a load of greasy clothes, add detergent, and run through a regular cycle. The Coca-Cola will help loosen grease stains.
- It will also clean road haze from your windshield.
I don't think I would look at Coke the same way I looked at it before upon reading this. Never again!
*FYI: The Coke itself is not the enemy, here. It’s the dynamic combo of massive sugar doses combined with caffeine and phosphoric acid. Things which are found in almost all soda.
Lose Weight Fast!
Hey there! I would like to share with you tips on how I was able to lose a whooping 20 lbs in just two months. Actually to be honest with you, I really want to get back to my old weight which is 130 lbs. My friends says I need to try to cut it down to at least 110 lbs but I know my limitations and in fact, I love myself in 130. I feel good in 130, I think I also look good in 130. I used to weigh 180 lbs two months ago and because I followed these simple steps ... I was able to cut it down to 160 lbs and is still struggling to cut down these extra 30 lbs hopefully within the next two months. Just follow these steps and you'll never go wrong:
1. Drink water
Water is quite possibly the single most important catalyst in losing weight and keeping it off longer term. Water acts as an appetite suppressant by keeping your stomach full and fending off dehydration which can lead to false cravings/hunger.
Water also helps your body metabolize stored fat by helping the kidneys flush out waste. When you don't drink enough water the liver which works to provide stored fat for energy helps the kidneys eliminate waste and becomes less effective at metabolizing fat.
Drinking water ice cold burns about 62 calories a day. Your body has to work to raise that waters temperature to your body's temperature. This equals around 430 calories per week.
2. Eat regularly
This means eating 5 times a day and the most important meal is breakfast. Make sure you fuel your body first thing in the morning to avoid hunger pangs later in the day. When you eat 5 times a day you will never feel hungry, make sure the total calories consumed are sensible and don't over eat in any of the meals learn portion size control!
3. Eat lots of fiber
Eating adequate fiber foods to help keep things moving through your bowel. And like water, fiber rich foods bulk you up and make you feel fuller for longer. Fibre is found only in plant foods our bodies cant digest it to so it simply goes through the body. During the elimination process it cuts calories consumed by attaching to protein and fat that you eat along with it removes that as well
In addition, high fiber foods are typically low in calories and filling, so you are reducing your calorie intake overall.
Good fiber foods include: strawberries, apples, figs, chickpeas, potatoes, (with skins) broccoli, brown rice, beans, bran and nuts.
4. Consume more good fats
There are good fats and bad fats. Good fats provide you with essential fatty acids (linoleic and linolenic acids) needed for normal reproduction and growth, as well as for production of prostoglandin, a hormone like compound that regulates blood pressure, prevents blood clotting and lowers the risk of heart disease.
For example, the reason oily fish is a great food stems from the fact that the essential fatty acids which it contains can actually help your body burn fat more efficiently and protect against disease. Get at least three portions of oily fish a week with Salmon, mackerel, herrings and sardines being good choices.
5. Get plenty of quality protein
Quality protein is an effective weight control tool because of the satiety factor and its ability to keep you full for longer periods. It also balances out carbohydrates by preventing insulin spikes that cause energy loss and sugar cravings. Protein helps to maintain muscle mass which is important in the fat burning process.
Good choices include:
Fish, shrimps, Low fat cottage cheese, low fat yogurt, skimmed milk, egg whites, s Weight gain is caused by consuming too many calories, whether they are from carbohydrate, protein or fat.
6. Carbohydrates can help you lose weight
Don't believe what you read about carbohydrates being bad for you, they can actually help you lose weight! A diet plan containing good carbohydrates such fruits and vegetables, wholegrains and moderate in fat and calories, will result in weight loss. Good carbohydrates will also help you combat hunger pangs as they are slowly realized into the body. When eating carbohydrates eat them "from the earth" with no refining or processing. These include whole grains, vegetables, fruits and beans.
Following the above tips and having determination to cut off those extra weight will definitely improve your over all health. I am also thinking of getting a laser liposuction to improve the sculpture of my body. Ive checked the net and found out that laser liposuction is safer, easier, and produces more beautiful results than ever before. The doctor can sculpt your body with lipo laser using a tiny cannula and sophisticated lasers, which combined, produce precise body contouring and promote skin tightening. No sutures are required, and scars are tiny - wow! The popular Zerona laser machine is used to produce a cold laser beam that would penetrate the fat cells causes them to empty out its fat materials causing the body to reduce its size.
It's not bad to get the help of Science especially now that people are finding ways to improve one's life. I would definitely try one of these procedures soon. Wish me luck!
Drug Addiction Expose
I really can't get over Brian Gorrell's blog about the Gucci Gang and all other controversies that envelopes the said group. I visit the site almost twice a day to check on what's new in his blog. There's something on his blog that makes me addicted to it...maybe his manner of writing or just the sincerity I feel in every words he uses. I became an instant fan of Brian the first day I stumble upon his blog. He claims that he is not a writer in profession - but I really feel that it's an inborn thing. The words of an honest man is indeed like a sword that cuts through the heart. How do I became an instant fan? Well, it's because Brian uses words that really came from his heart. He is writing things straight from his heart, his emotions are overflowing in his words and you would know that what he is saying is true.
He became famous after divulging the illegal activities of some of the elite people from the high society. He exposed their drug addiction and their dependence on a drug called "ecstacy". Actually Brian is a gay Australian citizen who fell in love with a Filipino socialite who, after getting around $70,000dollar from him...would just dump him like that and treated him like trash. Out of anger...Mr. Gorell used blogging to make an appeal for his ex boyfriend so he would be pressured to return his money. Unfortunately, it does'nt work. So Mr. Gorell exposed his ex boyfriend's illegal drug dependency. It just does'nt stop there, he also made sure that his friends would be dragged to this controversy as well so the ex boyfriend would be pressured to return the money. It has been a very big issue in the country and many people supported Mr. Gorell in his advocacy.
Many blogs started supporting Mr. Gorell's advocacy. Most sites condemn people taking ecstacy...commonly marketed as a "feel good drug" because of the positive feelings of well being and empathy toward other people, elimination of anxiety, and extreme relaxation. It is also said that ecstacy suppresses the need to eat drink and sleep, allowing club scene users to endure all night and some times two or three day parties. Ecstacy is distributed mostly in pill or capsule form. It is also very popular to class AB party goers, no wonder socialites are hooked up to it.
Mr. Gorell's ex boyfriend admitted that he was Mr. Gorell's lover but denied accusations of receiving $70,000 dollars from him. He also admitted being a drug addict and confirmed that he voluntarily enrolled himself into a drug rehab center for almost six months saying drug addiction rehab changed his perception of life and made him a better person. Well, I really can't judge him.
I just hope Mr. Brian Gorell can recover his $70,000 savings and most importantly may he receive the peace of mind he is longing to have for so long.
How to Deal with Drug Addiction
Seeing a family member or someone you love struggling to fight drug addiction is indeed painful as dealing with it is usually a long, hard process. Besides the fact that the person who is into drug addiction must resist the urge of taking it, most people who do not have a substance abuse disorder, more often than not, blame the individual which makes it even a harder process. It is an easy thing to do since the assumption is the individual must have control over his or her behavior. This is true to a certain extent. Perhaps the best way for individuals without this issue to relate to substance abusers is to think about when he or she has had a depressed mood. Most people, at some point in their lives’ have been depressed which can stem from a specific life event. It can also be a deficiency of chemicals in the brain. The effects of a depressed mood can take many different forms including drinking, substance abuse overeating, gambling among other destructive behaviors.
Family members and friends should learn how to effectively help the individual who is into drug addiction. It's good once you motivate the person to stop taking drugs altogether, however, it is better if you help the individual learn new coping skills to replace the unhealthy or they are certainly doomed to repeat the same behavior. That is why there are facilities such as Illinois drug rehab center who can help a recovering person remain committed to their goals and have a better perspective in life. Most drug rehab program typically conducts counseling, mentoring, therapy and even job placement services. Once the individual voluntarily seeks the help of a drug rehab facility, he must be committed in improving his overall life situation as even the best program wont succeed without the person's strong will and determination.
SUPERSTRESSED ME
I've never been so stressed in my life like this! I'm feeling so low right now. I feel that I cannot effectively function as a tech support anymore as there are so many new rules and implementations in the office you will have a hard time deciding on what to prioritize. This is just the third day of my entire week but I just feel so damn tired. I want to give up, I want to shift into a different direction but I know I can't manage without a job and I can't afford to start again. I promised myself that this would be the last job I'll gonna take and the last company I'll gonna serve. I guess I need to endure all of these for my future - I need to stay for 2 more years so I can get my retirement pay. I was kind'a disappointed with my TL as he seem so strict nowadays. He's not the same TL we used to love before... a TL who is pro-employee and not 100% pro-management. Everything seems to go from bad to worse. I received an NTE (Notice to Explain) for being late for 3 consecutive days - which I never received at those times when I always come to the office late for almost 30 to 45 minutes everyday. Haaay. I don't know how long I can bear this things but I am starting to feel depress. In fact, my left eye is twitching and blinking involuntarily once in a while. The company nurse said it is a common sign of stress and fatigue. I really hope and pray that everything will fall into its place in the next couple of days.
Amen.
Eat Right-20 Tips: Heavy on the Sauce
Healthy Tips: PART 2
Always order your pizza with double tomato sauce and light cheese. Men who eat a lot of tomato products tend to have less prostate cancer - probably because tomatoes are a rich source of lycopene, a typeof carotenoid that's believed to cut your risk of cancer. If you double the sauce on your pizza you get double the lycopene. Reducing the mozzarella by just one-third (you won't miss it) will save you 20 grams of fat. That's as much as in a McDonald's Quarter Pounder.
Always orders your sandwiches with double tomato slices. Another chance for a healthy dose of lycopene.
Pile onions on everything. Research has revealed that onions are so healthful...they're a top source of heart savers called flavanoids - that it's practically your duty to eat them lavishly on hotdogs, pizza, burger and sandwiches. And speaking of junk food...
Whenever you eat fast food, drink two glasses of water afterwards. Big Macs, subs, fries, and pepperoni pizza are all loaded with fat and sodium, which can be hellish for your heart. You can't do much about the fat once you've eaten it, but you can flush aways some of the excess sodium by drinking plenty of fluid afterwards, says Trina Ruggiero, RD, a New York City dietitian.
Eat Right - 20 Tips: Milk Before Coffee
I began to be realize the importance of healthy eating when my weight caught me by surprise. Only after I've learned that I weigh 180 lbs that I need to do drastic change on my lifestyle especially by the way I eat. I know that it won't be too long till' I acquire heart disease or hypertension if I won't adopt a healthy habit so I immediately enrolled myself in a gym, made a serious diet plan and promised to eat healthy from there on. Fortunately after a week of straneous workout, I lost almost 5 lbs and I intend to lose 5 pounds every week. I know I can make it. I would share with you 20 simple tactics on how to eat healthy according to Holly McCord and Virginia Leoni Moles...a well known health professionals.
Healthy Tips: PART 1
At breakfast, put coffee in your milk instead of milk in your coffee. Fill your mug to the r
Drink two glasses of water before every meal. This will do two things - keep you hydrated and make you eat a little less. A Dutch study showed that drinking two glasses of water can make you feel less hungry, possibly reducing your food intake and aiding weight loss.
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