Anti Aging Cosmetics
Media, Ads, etc, has highly highlighted on beauty, therefore every individual is trying to look like some supermodel these days. These days millions of people are aging rapidly in nowadays, thus the emphasis on beauty is increasing.
At present, marketplace is flooded with variety of anti aging cosmetics available with all manufacturers and sellers claiming that their anti aging cosmetic works better than the other cosmetics offered on the market. Famous people even have their own line of cosmetics, including Victoria Principal.
Amine Complex Face Lift
You could purchase a 2-ounce pump bottle of Vitamin C Ester for around $90. The cosmetic is known as Amine Complex Face Lift with an AM action that contains DMAE and C Ester.
The cosmetic comprises of resourceful hydrator, which helps in balancing the skin to its natural moisturizing level. The cosmetic claims to aid in humanizing the exterior of elasticity, while provide radiance to the face.
Its content including NTP Complex has the ingredient known as DMAE, which supposedly improves the lines of the skin, including areas around the jaw. It is recommended that the purchaser use sunscreens and moisturizers as well as the solution. The cosmetic recommends to avoid eye contact pumping 1-2 applications and applying it to the neck and facial area.
The ingredients this anti aging cosmetic include:
* Water
* Urea
* Tyrosine
* DMAE
* Propylene Glycol
* Disodium
* Zinc Sulfate
* Tocotrienol
* PEG-100 Stearate
* Sodium Hyaluronate
* Sodium Carboxymethl Betaglucan and so on
One of the ingredients is Green Tea, which is a great source for helping the skin. Though, one of the ingredients is Propylene, which is a flammable substance, and should not be used on the skin.
Thus, you can cross-reference for self, but Propylene Glycol is specifically employed in antifreeze and brake fluids, which are very harmful chemicals. As for the other ingredients, including Allantoin may not be harmful since it is used to treat infections and wounds and might do something for acne problems and/or splotches.
Still, you want to consider the harmful chemicals before considering spending top dollar on anti aging cosmetics.
Argereline
One of the anti aging cosmetics available on the market is Argereline, which is produced and marketed by Victoria Principal. This anti aging cosmetic supposedly produces powerful actions, while producing youthful skin in about one month.
The cosmetic claims to reduce wrinkles greatly, while hydrating the skin in minutes. In addition, the cosmetic retextures the skin while reducing moisture that is loss due to age and environmental diminishing.
One of the better deals about this anti aging cosmetic is that it is cheaper than many other anti aging cosmetics cost, with the pricing around $30. The manufacturers of this cosmetic claim that according to topical studies around 80% of users claimed the cosmetic diminished their lines and wrinkles caused form aging, laughing, squinting, and frowning.
You need to first cleanse your face, and apply then apply the solution. A few blobs of the deep-cleanser formula will remove filth and griminess, while melting away make-up according to the reports.
Thus, the process will start to tone the face area, while readying the skin for the next steps. It is recommended that the cosmetic is massaged into the skin. The aroma is of melon and after washing the skin, the skin supposedly feels entirely renewed and downy soft.
Therefore, the Argireline Molecular Complex according to the ads integrated into the formula makes aging signs vanish. For $30, you can consider the cosmetic, since it would be easier to make this amount verses paying hundreds or less for other anti aging cosmetics that claim to do the same.
Melatonin
Melatonin is another of the bodys natural hormones, which is necessary for slowing the aging process. The hormonal cosmeticion of Melatonin is manufactured by the gland known as pineal, which is found near below the head, or brain. Anti aging cosmetics with this ingredient might be worth considering.
DHEA
DHEA otherwise known as Dehydroepiandrosterone is a hormone in the flesh and body that functions off adrenal and is a predecessor of hormonal steroids, including estrogen and testosterone. Thus, the body and skin tends to advance to aging if this DHEA starts to decline. Thus, anti aging cosmetics with this ingredient and no other harmful chemicals might be worth a go.
2007年12月31日星期一
Saab 9-3 Offers the Best Safety
The redesigned Saab 9-3 model range now comes with innovative features as well as enhanced safety features for its customers. According to Saab, the Sweden-based automaker has made more than 2000 changes to the 9-3 including the availability of an all wheel drive (AWD) model. With this, Saab aims to boost its sales all over the world.
According to Australia's GM Premium Brands director Parveen Batish, the 9-3 model can achieve the companys target sales for the year 2007. He said: We did 1650 last year and this year we're tracking 16.5 per cent up on that. We're aiming for June 30 when we hope to be over 20 per cent up. It's been a great start.
Not only the Saab 9-3 comes with new features, but it is also available in several model trim levels on its model range. The vehicle can be ordered in various platforms like the 9-3 Sport Sedan, 9-3 SportCombi, and Aero XWD. There are also several power train options for the vehicle, a choice of 6 gasoline, 3 diesel and 2 Saab Biopower (E85) engines. These include the range-topping all-aluminum 280 hp/206 kW 2.8V6 Turbo with Saab XWD, new 180 hp/132 kW two-stage turbo diesel, and aluminum 2.0 turbo engine pumping out 150 hp/110 kW, 175 hp/129 kW or 210 hp/155 kW. A Saab head gasket is also included.
The main highlight of the Saab 9-3 is the safety features. The vehicle is equipped with a host of passive and active safety systems to provide the optimum protection for the occupants. Saab has conducted a real life simulation if the accidents and replicated those scenes to know what really happens when car crasher occurs. With this, Saab understands the way how vehicle crashes happen and prevent those things to occur in a Saab model.
Safety features include strong steel safety cage helps protect passenger compartment, Saab Active Head Restraints (SAHR) for front seats, side impact protection with 'pendulum' movement, roof-rail airbags, two-stage adaptive front airbags, pre-tensioning of seatbelts in side impacts, and wearer reminder system. Airbag deployment is being taken by the central sensing and diagnostic module (SDM). This can be triggered is a mere milliseconds.
Other safety features include It enhanced chassis dynamics and steering and brakes,
Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Mechanical Brake Assistance (MBA), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD), Cornering Brake Control (CBC) Saab ComSense functionality, which uses the concept of 'dynamic workload management', and Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
With these safety features, the Saab 9-3 obtained the highest five star rating in Euro NCAP crash tests. Moreover, the vehicle also received a "Double Best Pick rating in crash test conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).
According to Australia's GM Premium Brands director Parveen Batish, the 9-3 model can achieve the companys target sales for the year 2007. He said: We did 1650 last year and this year we're tracking 16.5 per cent up on that. We're aiming for June 30 when we hope to be over 20 per cent up. It's been a great start.
Not only the Saab 9-3 comes with new features, but it is also available in several model trim levels on its model range. The vehicle can be ordered in various platforms like the 9-3 Sport Sedan, 9-3 SportCombi, and Aero XWD. There are also several power train options for the vehicle, a choice of 6 gasoline, 3 diesel and 2 Saab Biopower (E85) engines. These include the range-topping all-aluminum 280 hp/206 kW 2.8V6 Turbo with Saab XWD, new 180 hp/132 kW two-stage turbo diesel, and aluminum 2.0 turbo engine pumping out 150 hp/110 kW, 175 hp/129 kW or 210 hp/155 kW. A Saab head gasket is also included.
The main highlight of the Saab 9-3 is the safety features. The vehicle is equipped with a host of passive and active safety systems to provide the optimum protection for the occupants. Saab has conducted a real life simulation if the accidents and replicated those scenes to know what really happens when car crasher occurs. With this, Saab understands the way how vehicle crashes happen and prevent those things to occur in a Saab model.
Safety features include strong steel safety cage helps protect passenger compartment, Saab Active Head Restraints (SAHR) for front seats, side impact protection with 'pendulum' movement, roof-rail airbags, two-stage adaptive front airbags, pre-tensioning of seatbelts in side impacts, and wearer reminder system. Airbag deployment is being taken by the central sensing and diagnostic module (SDM). This can be triggered is a mere milliseconds.
Other safety features include It enhanced chassis dynamics and steering and brakes,
Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Mechanical Brake Assistance (MBA), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD), Cornering Brake Control (CBC) Saab ComSense functionality, which uses the concept of 'dynamic workload management', and Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
With these safety features, the Saab 9-3 obtained the highest five star rating in Euro NCAP crash tests. Moreover, the vehicle also received a "Double Best Pick rating in crash test conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).
The Changing Face of High Blood Pressure Treatment
Doctors and Healthcare Practitioners are slowly but surely changing the way we not only look at high blood pressure but the way we treat the condition when diagnosed.
According to a study published recently in the Robarts Research Institute in Canada, scientists appear to have developed a simplified and potentially much more effective method of treating high blood pressure.
The project leader, Dr Ross Feldman, a clinical pharmacologist, demonstrated through the study that more patients had their blood pressure lowered and actually to a greater extent when the healthcare practitioners or family doctors involved used a simplified treatment protocol rather than having to choose from the rather large (and growing) number of drugs available to treat the condition.
The other side effect of this particular study was that though the primary focus of the study was purely in relation to hypertension or high blood pressure it would appear from the initial results of this study that it could cause a massive change in the way healthcare practitioners and doctors treat a whole series of chronic conditions and diseases.
The trial, otherwise know as the Simplified Treatment Intervention To Control Hypertension (STITCH) trial was a programme that analyzed the results of the treatment of both the 2100 patients with high blood pressure spread over 45 family practices in Ontario in Canada.
What is it about high blood pressure that makes it a problem and when ignored so lethal?
Barring a definitive diagnosis, most sufferers of high blood pressure, that is to say usually 19 out of every 20, are tragically ignorant of their condition.
Quite often an apparently symptom less disorder, a diagnosis of high blood pressure can be missed for years and hence the morbid description the silent killer.
If spotted there are a couple of signs that can be attributed to high blood pressure and if these are observed and with out apparent cause then they should not be left untreated.
These symptoms can include the following: Dizziness, Ringing in the Ears , Morning Headache , Depression .
Though the above can indicate high blood pressure it has to be emphasised that they might just as easily indicate other associate conditions.
What does high blood pressure mean?
Well, if we are to go back to basics then the bodys major tissues and organs are supplied and fed with blood pumped to them from the heart via a network of hose like vessels called arteries.
In nine cases out of ten then the particular cause of high blood pressure is hard to identify and as such in these cases the high blood pressure is termed Primary (Essential) High Blood Pressure.
In the majority of cases where the cause of the high blood pressure can be traced directly to one particular failing organ or cause then it is not uncommon for the associate problems to be treated successfully where this Secondary High Blood Pressure is not the direct cause of the associate high blood pressure.
In less than 10% of the incidences of high blood pressure diagnosed, the diagnosis falls into the category known as Malignant Hypertension. Quite often this is discovered totally by accident and may be as a result of an associate test such as an eye test whereby the Optician can sometimes detect the condition by merely looking into a patients eye.
It would appear that from this month onwards that treatment of high blood pressure will soon never be the same again.
According to a study published recently in the Robarts Research Institute in Canada, scientists appear to have developed a simplified and potentially much more effective method of treating high blood pressure.
The project leader, Dr Ross Feldman, a clinical pharmacologist, demonstrated through the study that more patients had their blood pressure lowered and actually to a greater extent when the healthcare practitioners or family doctors involved used a simplified treatment protocol rather than having to choose from the rather large (and growing) number of drugs available to treat the condition.
The other side effect of this particular study was that though the primary focus of the study was purely in relation to hypertension or high blood pressure it would appear from the initial results of this study that it could cause a massive change in the way healthcare practitioners and doctors treat a whole series of chronic conditions and diseases.
The trial, otherwise know as the Simplified Treatment Intervention To Control Hypertension (STITCH) trial was a programme that analyzed the results of the treatment of both the 2100 patients with high blood pressure spread over 45 family practices in Ontario in Canada.
What is it about high blood pressure that makes it a problem and when ignored so lethal?
Barring a definitive diagnosis, most sufferers of high blood pressure, that is to say usually 19 out of every 20, are tragically ignorant of their condition.
Quite often an apparently symptom less disorder, a diagnosis of high blood pressure can be missed for years and hence the morbid description the silent killer.
If spotted there are a couple of signs that can be attributed to high blood pressure and if these are observed and with out apparent cause then they should not be left untreated.
These symptoms can include the following: Dizziness, Ringing in the Ears , Morning Headache , Depression .
Though the above can indicate high blood pressure it has to be emphasised that they might just as easily indicate other associate conditions.
What does high blood pressure mean?
Well, if we are to go back to basics then the bodys major tissues and organs are supplied and fed with blood pumped to them from the heart via a network of hose like vessels called arteries.
In nine cases out of ten then the particular cause of high blood pressure is hard to identify and as such in these cases the high blood pressure is termed Primary (Essential) High Blood Pressure.
In the majority of cases where the cause of the high blood pressure can be traced directly to one particular failing organ or cause then it is not uncommon for the associate problems to be treated successfully where this Secondary High Blood Pressure is not the direct cause of the associate high blood pressure.
In less than 10% of the incidences of high blood pressure diagnosed, the diagnosis falls into the category known as Malignant Hypertension. Quite often this is discovered totally by accident and may be as a result of an associate test such as an eye test whereby the Optician can sometimes detect the condition by merely looking into a patients eye.
It would appear that from this month onwards that treatment of high blood pressure will soon never be the same again.
2007年12月30日星期日
Doctors and Healthcare Practitioners Changing the Way They Treat High Blood Pressure
Slowly but surely the face of healthcare treatment for high blood pressure is changing. The goal, it would now appear as a result of the information provided from a recent study in Canada is that there are significant results to be gained from simplifying the way we look at and treat high blood pressure.
Now this might not appear to be Rocket Science and indeed might actually appear to be quite logical to some but the results of this study if it were to be extended could radically change the way that not only the health care profession views high blood pressure but also the way that we, the patients, view high blood pressure as well.
The other side effect of this particular study was that though the primary focus of the study was purely in relation to hypertension or high blood pressure it would appear from the initial results of this study that it could cause a massive change in the way healthcare practitioners and doctors treat a whole series of chronic conditions and diseases.
The trial, otherwise know as the Simplified Treatment Intervention To Control Hypertension (STITCH) trial was a programme that analyzed the results of the treatment of both the 2100 patients with high blood pressure spread over 45 family practices in Ontario in Canada.
What exactly is high blood pressure and quite why can it (if left untreated) be so deadly?
Only in approximately 1 out of 20 cases will the sufferer be aware of their high blood pressure.
Quite often an apparently symptom less disorder, a diagnosis of high blood pressure can be missed for years and hence the morbid description the silent killer.
There are certain signs that can be a bit of a give away with regards to high blood pressure and these should not be left unattended if observed.
Included amongst the following are some of the symptoms: Dizziness, Ringing in the Ears , Blurred Vision, Increased frequency of urinating at night.
The above taken together would tend to indicate an occurrence of high blood pressure but a careful diagnosis is needed as they just as easily could indicate associate conditions.
OK, we have all heard the term high blood pressure but what exactly does it mean?
Well, if we are to go back to basics then the bodys major tissues and organs are supplied and fed with blood pumped to them from the heart via a network of hose like vessels called arteries.
In around 90% of all cases of diagnosed high blood pressure there is no one particular cause and as such this high blood pressure is called Primary (Essential) High Blood Pressure.
For those whose incidences of high blood pressure fall outside of the category described above then if the cause of the high blood pressure can be traced directly to one particular failing organ etc then the cause can usually be dealt with and as such the Secondary High Blood Pressure can accordingly be treated quite successfully.
In less than 10% of the incidences of high blood pressure diagnosed, the diagnosis falls into the category known as Malignant Hypertension. Quite often this is discovered totally by accident and may be as a result of an associate test such as an eye test whereby the Optician can sometimes detect the condition by merely looking into a patients eye.
Now this might not appear to be Rocket Science and indeed might actually appear to be quite logical to some but the results of this study if it were to be extended could radically change the way that not only the health care profession views high blood pressure but also the way that we, the patients, view high blood pressure as well.
The other side effect of this particular study was that though the primary focus of the study was purely in relation to hypertension or high blood pressure it would appear from the initial results of this study that it could cause a massive change in the way healthcare practitioners and doctors treat a whole series of chronic conditions and diseases.
The trial, otherwise know as the Simplified Treatment Intervention To Control Hypertension (STITCH) trial was a programme that analyzed the results of the treatment of both the 2100 patients with high blood pressure spread over 45 family practices in Ontario in Canada.
What exactly is high blood pressure and quite why can it (if left untreated) be so deadly?
Only in approximately 1 out of 20 cases will the sufferer be aware of their high blood pressure.
Quite often an apparently symptom less disorder, a diagnosis of high blood pressure can be missed for years and hence the morbid description the silent killer.
There are certain signs that can be a bit of a give away with regards to high blood pressure and these should not be left unattended if observed.
Included amongst the following are some of the symptoms: Dizziness, Ringing in the Ears , Blurred Vision, Increased frequency of urinating at night.
The above taken together would tend to indicate an occurrence of high blood pressure but a careful diagnosis is needed as they just as easily could indicate associate conditions.
OK, we have all heard the term high blood pressure but what exactly does it mean?
Well, if we are to go back to basics then the bodys major tissues and organs are supplied and fed with blood pumped to them from the heart via a network of hose like vessels called arteries.
In around 90% of all cases of diagnosed high blood pressure there is no one particular cause and as such this high blood pressure is called Primary (Essential) High Blood Pressure.
For those whose incidences of high blood pressure fall outside of the category described above then if the cause of the high blood pressure can be traced directly to one particular failing organ etc then the cause can usually be dealt with and as such the Secondary High Blood Pressure can accordingly be treated quite successfully.
In less than 10% of the incidences of high blood pressure diagnosed, the diagnosis falls into the category known as Malignant Hypertension. Quite often this is discovered totally by accident and may be as a result of an associate test such as an eye test whereby the Optician can sometimes detect the condition by merely looking into a patients eye.
All About Laser Pointers And Their Use
A laser will go through the lense of the eye without having any effect, and the lense is what determines vision loss, so laser pointers are not likely to affect your vision. It takes a powerful laser, much more powerful than a pointer, to affect tissue so I don't think your immature friends have done you any harm.
It looks like current green and probably blue, laser diodes are made primarily by frequency doubling. Frequency doubling means that an infrared beam is pointed through a crystal which causes the frequency to double. If the IR beam is 1064 nm, the output beam will be 532 nm green or blue. The extra crystal is the cause of the extra price.
I don't know why normal green led technology isn't used for green pointers. Perhaps no one has perfected it in a small package yet. Anyway, laser diodes are made of materials that have an intrinsic "energy bandgap," which determines the wavelength of light emitted from the laser. Some materials may have a broader bandgap, but not enough to tune the laser over multiple colors.
Those laser pointers used in business presentations and school lectures--is there any danger to the eyes if they are pointed directly? And does the answer change depending upon whether one is talking about humans or dogs or cats, for example? No, those lasers are not dangerous to people or any large animals. Their power is firly low, and the beam is not very precise. The beam shape is a primary factor which makes similar-powered scientific lasers more dangerous. Well-shaped beams can focus to a much smaller spot than irregular beams.
All the same, you will see stars if you look at the beam directly. The brightness level is not too different from looking directly at the sun ,which is dangerous for other reasons, mainly unseen UV and IR light. There is a device called an optical parametric oscillator that can increase the wavelength, i.e. reduce the frequency of a laser. If you want to increase the frequency, i.e. reduce the wavelength of a laser, this can be achieved by using the laser to pump another laser, a dye laser for instance.
Would this device work with a laser pointer? I would like to add something to the end of it rather than mess around with the internal parts. You would use the laser pointer as a pump for the laser you would have to construct outside the laser pointer. No need to take the laser pointer apart, but you would need to build some sophisticated optics for this. Actually the green laser pointers that are commercially available use a red laser to pump another laser, this time green. So they are actually two lasers in one device.
I've been wanting to buy a blue laser pointer but found that the only ones with the technology to create them and who hold the patent are a select few so any such laser pointer would cost someone about $1,000. Green laser pointers cost about $100, and the common red ones cost maybe $20 at most. Why the extreme difference in price? What are these diodes and why are they so difficult to make?
You will have to wait a little while to buy a cheap blue laser pointer. The reason is quite simple. Red laser diodes were invented 15 years ago. Green laser diodes were invented 5 years ago, and blue laser diodes were invented last year. Similar to DVD writers, flat-screen TVs, and other new products, the price drops dramatically as time passes. Mainly, this is because one company owns a patent at first and can chjaarge whatever they want. When the patent expires, or alternate technology is invented, the price comes down.
There is nothing particularly difficult about making the diodes. Figuring out how to make them, which semiconductor materials, deposition, heat-sinking, is the hard part. But like I said some of the laser pointers can cause a little harm to your eyes, so if you want to get one or make one, make sure that you don't point it at anyones eyes. Even though you have friends that point there lasers in your eyes thinking that it is funny, which it isn't, to wrongs don't make a right. Just show them how more muture you are.
It looks like current green and probably blue, laser diodes are made primarily by frequency doubling. Frequency doubling means that an infrared beam is pointed through a crystal which causes the frequency to double. If the IR beam is 1064 nm, the output beam will be 532 nm green or blue. The extra crystal is the cause of the extra price.
I don't know why normal green led technology isn't used for green pointers. Perhaps no one has perfected it in a small package yet. Anyway, laser diodes are made of materials that have an intrinsic "energy bandgap," which determines the wavelength of light emitted from the laser. Some materials may have a broader bandgap, but not enough to tune the laser over multiple colors.
Those laser pointers used in business presentations and school lectures--is there any danger to the eyes if they are pointed directly? And does the answer change depending upon whether one is talking about humans or dogs or cats, for example? No, those lasers are not dangerous to people or any large animals. Their power is firly low, and the beam is not very precise. The beam shape is a primary factor which makes similar-powered scientific lasers more dangerous. Well-shaped beams can focus to a much smaller spot than irregular beams.
All the same, you will see stars if you look at the beam directly. The brightness level is not too different from looking directly at the sun ,which is dangerous for other reasons, mainly unseen UV and IR light. There is a device called an optical parametric oscillator that can increase the wavelength, i.e. reduce the frequency of a laser. If you want to increase the frequency, i.e. reduce the wavelength of a laser, this can be achieved by using the laser to pump another laser, a dye laser for instance.
Would this device work with a laser pointer? I would like to add something to the end of it rather than mess around with the internal parts. You would use the laser pointer as a pump for the laser you would have to construct outside the laser pointer. No need to take the laser pointer apart, but you would need to build some sophisticated optics for this. Actually the green laser pointers that are commercially available use a red laser to pump another laser, this time green. So they are actually two lasers in one device.
I've been wanting to buy a blue laser pointer but found that the only ones with the technology to create them and who hold the patent are a select few so any such laser pointer would cost someone about $1,000. Green laser pointers cost about $100, and the common red ones cost maybe $20 at most. Why the extreme difference in price? What are these diodes and why are they so difficult to make?
You will have to wait a little while to buy a cheap blue laser pointer. The reason is quite simple. Red laser diodes were invented 15 years ago. Green laser diodes were invented 5 years ago, and blue laser diodes were invented last year. Similar to DVD writers, flat-screen TVs, and other new products, the price drops dramatically as time passes. Mainly, this is because one company owns a patent at first and can chjaarge whatever they want. When the patent expires, or alternate technology is invented, the price comes down.
There is nothing particularly difficult about making the diodes. Figuring out how to make them, which semiconductor materials, deposition, heat-sinking, is the hard part. But like I said some of the laser pointers can cause a little harm to your eyes, so if you want to get one or make one, make sure that you don't point it at anyones eyes. Even though you have friends that point there lasers in your eyes thinking that it is funny, which it isn't, to wrongs don't make a right. Just show them how more muture you are.
3 Best Places to Wear Your Crocs
Are Crocs best just worn inside the home so you can hide them from people? Of course not! Crocs have gained a good reputation among consumers and are now perfectly acceptable to wear to the streets or any casual gathering. Crocs has also released some new styles that are a lot less boxy or wide as the original Beach model. These new styles are also beautiful and can be worn with different types of casual outfits.
But the be it the Beach or the new Suede Alice, Crocs have now become so popular that you won't get any more uncomfortable stares from people for wearing a bold and candy colored footwear.
Where are the best places to wear the inexpensive and rubber clogs to? The best place to wear the shoes believe it or not is the work place. That is, if you don't work in a highly corporate setting where you are required to wear suits and pumps. If you work in the hospital, the mall, a school, or in an office where casual footwear is acceptable then make Crocs your choice of "work shoes". Crocs are extremely comfortable and should be a breeze to wear for 8 hours or more. Hospital workers and chefs have long discovered the benefits of wearing Crocs to work- the stress on their feet, angles, heels and legs are lessened and they find that they can stand and work for longer hours with roomy Crocs: Beach, Cayman, Endeavor and Professional. People who work in advertising agencies or design studios that are more lenient when it comes to dressing will benefit from the comfort of Crocs footwear. Somehow, it's easier to let the creative juices flowing when you are totally comfortable with your outfit. Pre-school teachers will be comfortable wearing the Prima or the Alice to work because they can easily run after the kids and move around the classroom.
Another great place to wear the Crocs in is the beach or the pool. With vents where air and water can easily pass through, Crocs are the perfect footwear to wear when you go swimming. They are very easy to wear and take off so you can easily slip them off when you want to go for a dip in the pool or when you want to swim in the ocean. You can also wear them as soon as you get out of the water because they easily dry. Getting them wet also won't result in any damage to the shoe. With the soles being slip-resistant, they are perfectly safe for kids to wear around the pool areas. You can also use them to go boating as they were really intended for this activity.
Another great place to wear your Crocs is in the great outdoors. Whether you are just working on a small patch of garden or taking a great adventure up the mountains, your Crocs will be the perfect shoes to wear. Crocs are comfortable and provide good traction. They are also water-resistant so you can wear them around the campsite or when you're going for a hike around the streams and brooks.
But the be it the Beach or the new Suede Alice, Crocs have now become so popular that you won't get any more uncomfortable stares from people for wearing a bold and candy colored footwear.
Where are the best places to wear the inexpensive and rubber clogs to? The best place to wear the shoes believe it or not is the work place. That is, if you don't work in a highly corporate setting where you are required to wear suits and pumps. If you work in the hospital, the mall, a school, or in an office where casual footwear is acceptable then make Crocs your choice of "work shoes". Crocs are extremely comfortable and should be a breeze to wear for 8 hours or more. Hospital workers and chefs have long discovered the benefits of wearing Crocs to work- the stress on their feet, angles, heels and legs are lessened and they find that they can stand and work for longer hours with roomy Crocs: Beach, Cayman, Endeavor and Professional. People who work in advertising agencies or design studios that are more lenient when it comes to dressing will benefit from the comfort of Crocs footwear. Somehow, it's easier to let the creative juices flowing when you are totally comfortable with your outfit. Pre-school teachers will be comfortable wearing the Prima or the Alice to work because they can easily run after the kids and move around the classroom.
Another great place to wear the Crocs in is the beach or the pool. With vents where air and water can easily pass through, Crocs are the perfect footwear to wear when you go swimming. They are very easy to wear and take off so you can easily slip them off when you want to go for a dip in the pool or when you want to swim in the ocean. You can also wear them as soon as you get out of the water because they easily dry. Getting them wet also won't result in any damage to the shoe. With the soles being slip-resistant, they are perfectly safe for kids to wear around the pool areas. You can also use them to go boating as they were really intended for this activity.
Another great place to wear your Crocs is in the great outdoors. Whether you are just working on a small patch of garden or taking a great adventure up the mountains, your Crocs will be the perfect shoes to wear. Crocs are comfortable and provide good traction. They are also water-resistant so you can wear them around the campsite or when you're going for a hike around the streams and brooks.
2007年12月29日星期六
How To Find Cheap Gas Online
Gas prices have gone crazy in the last few years and it's not very likely that they'll go down. We all need to keep on driving, so there's not much you can do. But, with a good internet connection and a little know-how, you can find the cheapest gas stations near you and save a little at the pump. Here are some websites you can use to find the cheapest gas.
Gas Buddy
Gas Buddy can help you find cheap gas in the US and Canada. First off, it tells you what the average gas prices each day. You can also see how much gas is in different parts of the country.
The front page has a US map. You click on your state and it shows you websites for that state. For example, I live in Arizona. When I clicked on Arizona, Gas Buddy gave me three different sites for checking gas prices. I looked at Arizona Gas Prices.com, where it lists all the places you can get gas in Arizona, with the cheapest at the top (At Superfuels in Yuma, you can get gas at $2.04 a gallon!). For a more detailed search, you can put in a metro area, state or zip code and it gives you a map from Google Maps, with all the stations and prices for the area you chose.
Gas Buddy has tons of sites to choose from, for each specific state. I found three sites for Arizona, so there's no telling what you might find in California or Texas.
MSN Auto
MSN Auto has a map that you can click on, or you can type in your zip code. It will show you all the stations for the area you chose, as well as the average price of gas. Under the map it gives you a list of stations and prices for the area you chose, starting with the cheapest. MSN Auto gives you the price for premium, low grade and diesel.
At the bottom of the page, it shows you an updated national average, along with the highest and lowest. The average was $2.21 a gallon. Cheapest gas in the USA? Springfield, Missouri at $1.73 a gallon. You're not so lucky if you live in Kaunakakai, Hawaii. Gas there is $3.40!
Gas Price Watch
Gas Price Watch is a giant database where users help keep the info up-to-date. You can join the site and create a profile. Then, you can save your closest or most used stations and check them with the click of your mouse anytime. If your station isn't listed, you can submit it and add it to the database.
On Gas Price Watch you can search the nation's gas stations by zip code, state, city, street address or intersection. Gas Price Watch has lots of advanced search options for members, and membership is free. If you join, you can become a "spotter." This means that, when you are buying gas, you can submit the prices to the site if they have changed. When it tells you the price for each station, it tells you how recently it has been "spotted." This way, users keep the system current.
The site is working on a feature called "My Route." With My Route, you can plot your usual way to work, and it will give you a listing of all the gas stations and gas prices along that route. It doesn't have to be your daily commute; if you're planning a trip, you can check all the gas stations along the way. I can't think of anything more convenient for a road trip than knowing all the stations along the way. My Route isn't ready yet, but it should be up pretty soon.
We're all dependent on our cars to get us where we need to go, and if the gas prices keep going up, we'll have to keep paying them. But, there are some ways to save if you're resourceful. Using the internet to find the cheapest prices near you is one way that you can be smart and save.
Gas Buddy
Gas Buddy can help you find cheap gas in the US and Canada. First off, it tells you what the average gas prices each day. You can also see how much gas is in different parts of the country.
The front page has a US map. You click on your state and it shows you websites for that state. For example, I live in Arizona. When I clicked on Arizona, Gas Buddy gave me three different sites for checking gas prices. I looked at Arizona Gas Prices.com, where it lists all the places you can get gas in Arizona, with the cheapest at the top (At Superfuels in Yuma, you can get gas at $2.04 a gallon!). For a more detailed search, you can put in a metro area, state or zip code and it gives you a map from Google Maps, with all the stations and prices for the area you chose.
Gas Buddy has tons of sites to choose from, for each specific state. I found three sites for Arizona, so there's no telling what you might find in California or Texas.
MSN Auto
MSN Auto has a map that you can click on, or you can type in your zip code. It will show you all the stations for the area you chose, as well as the average price of gas. Under the map it gives you a list of stations and prices for the area you chose, starting with the cheapest. MSN Auto gives you the price for premium, low grade and diesel.
At the bottom of the page, it shows you an updated national average, along with the highest and lowest. The average was $2.21 a gallon. Cheapest gas in the USA? Springfield, Missouri at $1.73 a gallon. You're not so lucky if you live in Kaunakakai, Hawaii. Gas there is $3.40!
Gas Price Watch
Gas Price Watch is a giant database where users help keep the info up-to-date. You can join the site and create a profile. Then, you can save your closest or most used stations and check them with the click of your mouse anytime. If your station isn't listed, you can submit it and add it to the database.
On Gas Price Watch you can search the nation's gas stations by zip code, state, city, street address or intersection. Gas Price Watch has lots of advanced search options for members, and membership is free. If you join, you can become a "spotter." This means that, when you are buying gas, you can submit the prices to the site if they have changed. When it tells you the price for each station, it tells you how recently it has been "spotted." This way, users keep the system current.
The site is working on a feature called "My Route." With My Route, you can plot your usual way to work, and it will give you a listing of all the gas stations and gas prices along that route. It doesn't have to be your daily commute; if you're planning a trip, you can check all the gas stations along the way. I can't think of anything more convenient for a road trip than knowing all the stations along the way. My Route isn't ready yet, but it should be up pretty soon.
We're all dependent on our cars to get us where we need to go, and if the gas prices keep going up, we'll have to keep paying them. But, there are some ways to save if you're resourceful. Using the internet to find the cheapest prices near you is one way that you can be smart and save.
Detroit Automakers Mold Their Future
The previous years losses and gains in the automotive arena are already reported. On one side, the industrys victors are celebrating their success. On the other side of it, a significant few are lamenting. Conversely, every storm must come to an end and the respite must be used for the betterment of the industry. Now, Detroit automakers are in the process of recuperating from the ill effects of market shifts and evident crisis.
Earlier, Chrysler opened the $1 billion-worth Jefferson North Assembly Plant that mirrored the travails and triumphs of Detroit the Motor City. Lee Iacocca reluctantly opened the factory in 1992, despite forewarning from experts who said it was crazy to build an assembly plant in the inner city with an aging work force. However, Jefferson North persisted and the result was overwhelming.
Jefferson North blends the best of Chrysler and Mercedes. Said offer captures the fancy of auto aficionados. As a fact, the hot-selling Jeep Grand Cherokee produced by the plant exceeded the owners expectations. Fortunately, it pumped out billions of dollars plus a breath of new life on the financial ropes just after experiencing a near-bankruptcy difficulty. In the previous years up to the present time, auto competition is downright intense. It was coupled with rising petrol prices and the boom of diverse types of vehicles. With the production falling, the plant seems a likely object for shutting. Chrysler prepares to announce that its restructuring will affect the plant. The restructure will likely pave way for the rebirth of Jefferson North as the automaker unfolds its own renaissance in the coming years.
The restructuring plan calls for the Auburn Hills automaker to jointly develop more vehicles with Mercedes Benz - its sibling within Germany-based DaimlerChrysler AG. This information was divulged by individuals familiar with the plan. In view thereof, the next-generation Grand Cherokee will be built off the vehicle architecture designed for the Mercedes M-Class SUV and go into production about 2010 at the said plant in Jefferson North. The upcoming Dodge Durango SUV will be built off the same architecture at Jefferson North. Other vehicles like the forthcoming Chrysler Aspen and other Jeep vehicles will also be manufactured in said factory.
If the automakers plan comes to fruition, Jefferson North, once dubbed "the plant that never should have been built," could get a multimillion dollar investment and play a great role in yet another comeback in the boom of Chrysler. "It's a pretty significant deal for the plant itself," said Jeff Schuster, global forecasting analyst for J.D. Power and Associates in Troy. "(DaimlerChrysler) putting faith in the plant by bringing in Mercedes says a lot. It's giving the plant a vote of confidence."
"Iaccoca said he didn't think it was feasible building a plant in the city with a bunch of grandfathers building cars," said Aaron Taylor, the former president of United Auto Workers Local 7 who is now working for the UAW International as a service representative for Region 1. And he emphasizes, "We begged to differ."
"I had to convince the membership to drop about 144 classifications down to about 10," Taylor said. "I told them that our survival hinges on this agreement and that if we could not get this, the plant would not be built."
"We try to think positive," said Robert Ledgerwood, a nine-year veteran at Jefferson North. "Hopefully, Chrysler can continue to make some quality vehicles that people want to buy. That's the most important thing."
Ford, on the other hand, is also aimed at producing quality lineup to end its miseries in the industry. It is not only concentrating on how to improve the Volvo CV joint but the enhancements cover its entire brands and makes. Powerful lineup coupled with courage and positive vibes could pave way for the most-wanted change for the Detroit automakers.
2007年12月28日星期五
SUPERFLY SUPERSETS
Everything is supersized and maximized these days from the cars we buy to the meals we eat. If only there was a way to maximize your workout so that you could build up your muscles to look really ripped with a high intensity workout with the minimum of effort and time. Well, it just so happens that there is such a method. Its called training with supersets and it lets you build maximize muscle and minimize training time. Not only that, it ads excitement and dimension to workouts. If you’re looking for a way to jump-start your workout or break through a plateau, supersetting could be just what you’re looking for.
So how does it work?
Supersetting is a method of very high intensity training.
Conventional weight training is done with ‘straight sets.’ A straight set is performed by doing a series of repetitions; 8-12 in a row for example, you then stop to rest for a minute or so before doing another set. A superset is an advanced training technique where you perform two exercises in a row with virtually no rest in between. This type of lifting is great for those interested in fatiguing the muscle maximally in a short amount of time. You can design an entire workout using multiple supersets, or you can add a superset at any point in your workout.
Because you don’t rest between supersets, you save time. It also means that intensity increases rapidly. Shortening the rest between sets is hard work however especially if you’re used to a long rest interval so you need to make sure that you give yourself plenty of recovery time at the end of your workout and top up on those body fluids. Supersets also reduce the risk of injury or enable you to work around injury because they don’t rely on the use of heavy weights.
There are three primary categories of supersets: same muscle group, agonist/antagonist and staggered sets.
Same muscle group
Same muscle group supersets are the most common category. These involve combining two exercises for the same muscle group, for example supersetting dumbbell flyes with the bench press. Within the same muscle group superset category there are four sub-categories. Each one has a slightly different effect.
Pre-exhaustion is probably the best known and most effective type of superset of all. Choosing two exercises for the same muscle group performs a pre exhaust superset; an isolation exercise first, followed by a basic, compound movement.
The whole point of pre-exhaust supersets is to push a muscle group beyond the point of exhaustion to achieve both muscle stimulation and growth that you would not normally achieve by doing straight sets alone. For example if you were doing regular straight sets of leg extensions to the point where you feel you can no longer do another rep, although you might feel you’re totally exhausted, you’d be surprised to find that you’re still able to do squats- though you may have to slightly lower your usual weight. Why? Because although you’ve completely drained your quadriceps with the leg extension exercises, the lower body muscles used in the squats (glutes, hamstrings, adductors and different sections of the quadriceps group,) are still fresh and ready to go.
So, by ‘pre-exhausting’ the target muscle with an isolated exercise, you can then continue to blast the fatigued muscle even further with the help of the assisting muscles in the compound movement. There is however, a drawback. By the second set of exercises you’ll only be able to use a fraction of the weight you used on the first set, which is fine if you’re aiming to build muscle, but if strength is your primary goal then you’re better off sticking to straight sets.
If you deliberately lower your weights on the second exercise and perform subsequent repetitions to failure this method is termed “drop-setting.” The “drop-set” method will not be effective if your training goal is maximal size and strength. While decreasing the weight to allow for more repetitions may provide a burning sensation within the muscle, the actual stimulus on the muscle fibers will be much less in comparison to a regular set (performed after a sufficient recovery interval). Most physiologists agree that muscle appears to grow in response to a stress of sufficient intensity and duration. Therefore, by sticking to heavier weights and adequate rest intervals, you can apply a greater stress in comparison to the “drop-sets” technique.
A word of caution
It’s not uncommon for pre-exhausted muscles to suddenly give out without warning. If this happens during a bench press or squat and you don’t have a spotter, the results could be disastrous. A safer method, particularly for beginners, would be select a second exercise that requires minimal skill and coordination (leg press, smith machine squat, hack squat) or one with a built in safeguard (power rack, safety catch, spotter, etc.).
Post-Exhaust supersets are the opposite of pre-exhaust. Again these involve a basic compound and isolation movement but this time you make the compound movement first and the isolation movement second. So what’s the advantage? Basically it means that you’re fresh for the compound movement allowing you to use more weight. This leaves you the option to use a heavy basic movement with low reps for your first exercise and the follow it up with a lighter weight and boost up your reps. Now you can pump up your size and get ripped at the same time.
Compound supersets are tough and exhausting. These supersets work two compound exercises together. Not for the faint of heart! While compound supersets can create great muscle growth very rapidly they are also very taxing on the whole system.
Isolation supersets are the other way of using same muscle group supersets. This is a useful method to use when definition is of prime importance over strength building, or you want to work up a particularly weak area on your body.
Agonist/Antagonist
An agonist/antagonist relationship is one where on any given lift, one muscle is contracting and the other muscle is relaxing (such as the biceps and triceps when performing a biceps curl). Working opposing muscle groups has a distinct advantage over same set muscle groups. When you do two exercises in a row for the same muscle group, it tends to significantly limit the amount of weight you can use because of fatigue and lactic acid buildup. Pairing opposing (antagonistic) muscle groups together can help you keep your strength up because as one muscle is working, the opposite one is resting. In order for this exercise to work you must choose muscle groups that are physically close together such as biceps and triceps, or chest and back, or quadriceps and hamstrings. For example, do a set of Tricep Pushdowns and then immediately do a set of Cable Curls. Since these two muscle groups are close to each other and have the agonist/antagonist relationship, it’s easy to force blood into the arm region this way. You would not want to superset the shoulders and calves, because they are so far apart it would be impossible to target blood into both these muscles in such a short space of time.
Finally, a staggered set is a type of superset where you combine a major muscle with a minor and completed unrelated muscle. This method is most commonly used for abs and calves. For example, you could throw in a set of calves in between every set of chest you do. Instead of resting and doing nothing in between sets of chest, you are doing something productive. This way you can get your workout finished much more quickly and avoid the monotony of working the minor muscle groups alone.
Weekly Superset Routine
Monday- Legs
Leg extensions / leg curls 4 sets
Squats / stiff leg deadlifts 5 sets
Standing calf raises 5 sets
Wednesday- Chest, Shoulders and Back
Flat benches / lat pulldowns 4 sets
Dumbbell inclines / pully rows 4 sets
Dips / shrugs 3 sets
Dumbbell presses / hyperextensions 4 sets
Dumbbell side raises 4 sets
Friday- Biceps and Triceps
Barbell curls / triceps extensions 3 sets
Dumbbell curls / overhead dumbbell extensions 3 sets
Preacher curl machine / triceps pushdowns 3 sets
So now you know… why superset?
There are three primary advantages of superset training over conventional straight set training:
Supersets save time:
The most obvious advantage of supersetting is to save time.
Even if you truly enjoy training, it’s probably safe to assume that you wouldn’t mind getting equal or better results in a shorter period of time.
Supersets increase intensity:
Usually when you think of high intensity, you think of forced reps, descending sets, negatives, etc. Supersets are simply another method of increasing intensity. Shortening the rest between sets is hard work - especially if you’re used to a long rest interval. The principle is: more work performed in less time equals more intensity and more intensity equals more muscle.
Supersets prevent injury:
Or allow you to work around an injury. Supersets allow you to overload a muscle and generate high intensity without requiring weights. This decreases your chances of injury.
Drawbacks
The only drawback with supersets, especially pre-exhaust where you do the isolation movement first is that you will only be able to use a fraction of your normal weight on the second exercise. For example if you superset Leg extension and Leg Press. If you can normally Leg Press with 135lbs. (per side) for 10 reps when you do the exercise first. When you switch the order and do leg extensions first, you might find that your quads are so tired from the leg extensions that even 265lbs. for 10 reps on the Leg Press is difficult. That’s okay, when it comes to muscle growth, but if your goal is power or strength then this would be counter productive. If strength is your primary goal, it would be better to just do straight sets of squats and to do your squats first. In a periodized training schedule for a bodybuilder, straight sets should be used almost exclusively during the off season strength and mass phase. Supersets can be added later during the pre-contest phase.
So how does it work?
Supersetting is a method of very high intensity training.
Conventional weight training is done with ‘straight sets.’ A straight set is performed by doing a series of repetitions; 8-12 in a row for example, you then stop to rest for a minute or so before doing another set. A superset is an advanced training technique where you perform two exercises in a row with virtually no rest in between. This type of lifting is great for those interested in fatiguing the muscle maximally in a short amount of time. You can design an entire workout using multiple supersets, or you can add a superset at any point in your workout.
Because you don’t rest between supersets, you save time. It also means that intensity increases rapidly. Shortening the rest between sets is hard work however especially if you’re used to a long rest interval so you need to make sure that you give yourself plenty of recovery time at the end of your workout and top up on those body fluids. Supersets also reduce the risk of injury or enable you to work around injury because they don’t rely on the use of heavy weights.
There are three primary categories of supersets: same muscle group, agonist/antagonist and staggered sets.
Same muscle group
Same muscle group supersets are the most common category. These involve combining two exercises for the same muscle group, for example supersetting dumbbell flyes with the bench press. Within the same muscle group superset category there are four sub-categories. Each one has a slightly different effect.
Pre-exhaustion is probably the best known and most effective type of superset of all. Choosing two exercises for the same muscle group performs a pre exhaust superset; an isolation exercise first, followed by a basic, compound movement.
The whole point of pre-exhaust supersets is to push a muscle group beyond the point of exhaustion to achieve both muscle stimulation and growth that you would not normally achieve by doing straight sets alone. For example if you were doing regular straight sets of leg extensions to the point where you feel you can no longer do another rep, although you might feel you’re totally exhausted, you’d be surprised to find that you’re still able to do squats- though you may have to slightly lower your usual weight. Why? Because although you’ve completely drained your quadriceps with the leg extension exercises, the lower body muscles used in the squats (glutes, hamstrings, adductors and different sections of the quadriceps group,) are still fresh and ready to go.
So, by ‘pre-exhausting’ the target muscle with an isolated exercise, you can then continue to blast the fatigued muscle even further with the help of the assisting muscles in the compound movement. There is however, a drawback. By the second set of exercises you’ll only be able to use a fraction of the weight you used on the first set, which is fine if you’re aiming to build muscle, but if strength is your primary goal then you’re better off sticking to straight sets.
If you deliberately lower your weights on the second exercise and perform subsequent repetitions to failure this method is termed “drop-setting.” The “drop-set” method will not be effective if your training goal is maximal size and strength. While decreasing the weight to allow for more repetitions may provide a burning sensation within the muscle, the actual stimulus on the muscle fibers will be much less in comparison to a regular set (performed after a sufficient recovery interval). Most physiologists agree that muscle appears to grow in response to a stress of sufficient intensity and duration. Therefore, by sticking to heavier weights and adequate rest intervals, you can apply a greater stress in comparison to the “drop-sets” technique.
PRE-EXHAUST SUPERSETS | |
ISOLATION EXERCISE (1ST) | COMPOUND EXERCISE (2ND) |
Leg Extension | Squat |
Leg Curl | Stiff Leg Deadlift |
Dumbell Pullover | Reverse Grip Lat Pulldown |
Tricep Pushdown | Close Grip Bench Press |
Dumbell Flyes | Bench Press |
Dumbell Side Laterals | Military Press |
Barbell Curl | Curl Grip Pullups |
A word of caution
It’s not uncommon for pre-exhausted muscles to suddenly give out without warning. If this happens during a bench press or squat and you don’t have a spotter, the results could be disastrous. A safer method, particularly for beginners, would be select a second exercise that requires minimal skill and coordination (leg press, smith machine squat, hack squat) or one with a built in safeguard (power rack, safety catch, spotter, etc.).
Post-Exhaust supersets are the opposite of pre-exhaust. Again these involve a basic compound and isolation movement but this time you make the compound movement first and the isolation movement second. So what’s the advantage? Basically it means that you’re fresh for the compound movement allowing you to use more weight. This leaves you the option to use a heavy basic movement with low reps for your first exercise and the follow it up with a lighter weight and boost up your reps. Now you can pump up your size and get ripped at the same time.
POST-EXHAUST SUPERSETS | |
COMPOUND EXERCISE (1ST) | ISOLATION EXERCISE (2ND) |
Leg Press | Leg Extension |
Incline Bench Press | Incline Dumbbell flyes |
Behind The Neck Press | Dumbbell Side Laterals |
Close Grip Bench Press | Rope Pushdowns |
Compound supersets are tough and exhausting. These supersets work two compound exercises together. Not for the faint of heart! While compound supersets can create great muscle growth very rapidly they are also very taxing on the whole system.
COMPOUND SUPERSETS | |
COMPOUND EXERCISE (1ST) | COMPOUND EXERCISE (2ND) |
Squats | Leg Press |
Bent Over Rows | Deadlifts |
Isolation supersets are the other way of using same muscle group supersets. This is a useful method to use when definition is of prime importance over strength building, or you want to work up a particularly weak area on your body.
ISOLATION SUPERSETS | |
ISOLATION EXERCISE (1ST) | ISOLATION EXERCISE (2ND) |
Dumbbell Flyes | Cable Crossover |
Leg Extension | Sissy Squat |
Agonist/Antagonist
An agonist/antagonist relationship is one where on any given lift, one muscle is contracting and the other muscle is relaxing (such as the biceps and triceps when performing a biceps curl). Working opposing muscle groups has a distinct advantage over same set muscle groups. When you do two exercises in a row for the same muscle group, it tends to significantly limit the amount of weight you can use because of fatigue and lactic acid buildup. Pairing opposing (antagonistic) muscle groups together can help you keep your strength up because as one muscle is working, the opposite one is resting. In order for this exercise to work you must choose muscle groups that are physically close together such as biceps and triceps, or chest and back, or quadriceps and hamstrings. For example, do a set of Tricep Pushdowns and then immediately do a set of Cable Curls. Since these two muscle groups are close to each other and have the agonist/antagonist relationship, it’s easy to force blood into the arm region this way. You would not want to superset the shoulders and calves, because they are so far apart it would be impossible to target blood into both these muscles in such a short space of time.
ANTAGONISTIC SUPERSETS | |
EXERCISE (1ST) | EXERCISE (2ND) |
Barbell Curl | Tricep Extension |
Leg Extension | Leg Curl |
Finally, a staggered set is a type of superset where you combine a major muscle with a minor and completed unrelated muscle. This method is most commonly used for abs and calves. For example, you could throw in a set of calves in between every set of chest you do. Instead of resting and doing nothing in between sets of chest, you are doing something productive. This way you can get your workout finished much more quickly and avoid the monotony of working the minor muscle groups alone.
Weekly Superset Routine
Monday- Legs
Leg extensions / leg curls 4 sets
Squats / stiff leg deadlifts 5 sets
Standing calf raises 5 sets
Wednesday- Chest, Shoulders and Back
Flat benches / lat pulldowns 4 sets
Dumbbell inclines / pully rows 4 sets
Dips / shrugs 3 sets
Dumbbell presses / hyperextensions 4 sets
Dumbbell side raises 4 sets
Friday- Biceps and Triceps
Barbell curls / triceps extensions 3 sets
Dumbbell curls / overhead dumbbell extensions 3 sets
Preacher curl machine / triceps pushdowns 3 sets
So now you know… why superset?
There are three primary advantages of superset training over conventional straight set training:
Supersets save time:
The most obvious advantage of supersetting is to save time.
Even if you truly enjoy training, it’s probably safe to assume that you wouldn’t mind getting equal or better results in a shorter period of time.
Supersets increase intensity:
Usually when you think of high intensity, you think of forced reps, descending sets, negatives, etc. Supersets are simply another method of increasing intensity. Shortening the rest between sets is hard work - especially if you’re used to a long rest interval. The principle is: more work performed in less time equals more intensity and more intensity equals more muscle.
Supersets prevent injury:
Or allow you to work around an injury. Supersets allow you to overload a muscle and generate high intensity without requiring weights. This decreases your chances of injury.
Drawbacks
The only drawback with supersets, especially pre-exhaust where you do the isolation movement first is that you will only be able to use a fraction of your normal weight on the second exercise. For example if you superset Leg extension and Leg Press. If you can normally Leg Press with 135lbs. (per side) for 10 reps when you do the exercise first. When you switch the order and do leg extensions first, you might find that your quads are so tired from the leg extensions that even 265lbs. for 10 reps on the Leg Press is difficult. That’s okay, when it comes to muscle growth, but if your goal is power or strength then this would be counter productive. If strength is your primary goal, it would be better to just do straight sets of squats and to do your squats first. In a periodized training schedule for a bodybuilder, straight sets should be used almost exclusively during the off season strength and mass phase. Supersets can be added later during the pre-contest phase.
2007年12月27日星期四
Excess Abdominal Fat is Not Only Ugly, but Extremely Dangerous to Your Health - This is More Than a Vanity Issue!
Did you know that the vast majority of people in this day and age have excess abdominal fat? The first thing that most people think of is that their extra abdominal fat is simply ugly, is covering up their abs from being visible, and makes them self conscious about showing off their body.
However, what most people don't realize is that excess abdominal fat in particular, is not only ugly, but is also a dangerous risk factor to your health. Scientific research has clearly determined that although it is unhealthy in general to have excess body fat throughout your body, it is also particularly dangerous to have excess abdominal fat.
There are two types of fat that you have in your abdominal area. The first type that covers up your abs from being visible is called subcutaneous fat and lies directly beneath the skin and on top of the abdominal muscles.
The second type of fat that you have in your abdominal area is called visceral fat, and that lies deeper in the abdomen beneath your muscle and surrounding your organs. Visceral fat also plays a role in giving certain men that "beer belly" appearance where their abdomen protrudes excessively but at the same time, also feels sort of hard if you push on it.
Both subcutaneous fat and visceral fat in the abdominal area are serious health risk factors, but science has shown that having excessive visceral fat is even more dangerous than subcutaneous fat. Both of them greatly increase the risk your risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, sleep apnea, various forms of cancer, and other degenerative diseases.
Part of the reason visceral fat is particularly dangerous is that it apparently releases more inflammatory molecules into your system on a consistent basis.
If you care about the quality of your life and your loved ones, reducing your abdominal fat should be one of your TOP priorities! There's just no way around it. Besides, a side effect of finally getting rid of all of that excessive ugly abdominal fat is that your stomach will flatten out, and if you lose enough stomach fat, you will be able to visibly see those sexy six pack abs that everyone wants.
So what gets rid of extra abdominal fat? Is there actually a REAL solution beyond all of the gimmicks and hype that you see in ads and on commercials for "miracle" fat loss products?
The first thing you must understand is that there is absolutely NO quick fix solution. There are no pills or supplements of any sort that will help you lose your abdominal fat faster. Also, none of the gimmicky ab rockers, rollers, or ab belts will help get rid of abdominal fat either. You can't spot reduce your stomach fat by using any of these worthless contraptions. It simply doesn't work that way.
The only solution to consistently lose your abdominal fat and keep it off for good is to combine a sound nutritious diet full of unprocessed natural foods with a properly designed strategic exercise program that stimulates the necessary hormonal and metabolic response within your body. Both your food intake as well as your training program are important if you are to get this right.
I've actually even seen a particular study that divided thousands of participants into a diet-only group and an exercise & diet combined group. While both groups in this study made good progress, the diet-only group lost significantly LESS abdominal fat than the diet & exercise combined group.
Now the important thing to realize is that just any old exercise program will not necessarily do the trick. The majority of people that attempt getting into a good exercise routine are NOT working out effectively enough to really stimulate the loss of stubborn abdominal fat. I see this everyday at the gym.
Most people will do your typical boring ineffective cardio routines, throw in a little outdated body-part style weight training, and pump away with some crunches and side bends, and think that they are doing something useful for reducing their abdominal fat. Then they become frustrated after weeks or months of no results and wonder where they went wrong.
Well, the good news is that I've spent over a decade researching this topic, analyzing the science, and applying it "in the trenches" with myself as well as thousands of my clients from all over the world to see what works to really stimulate abdominal fat loss.
The entire solution... all of the nutritional strategies, as well as training sequences, exercise combinations, and more have all been compiled in my Truth About Six Pack Abs Program.
Keep in mind that the point of this whole program is NOT abdominal exercises (that is only a very small portion of it). The main point of this program is showing you the absolute most effective strategies for losing your stubborn abdominal fat, so you can get rid of that dangerous health risk, as well as get a flatter more defined midsection.
If you follow the guidelines, you WILL lose your belly fat that has been plaguing you for years. This is not guesswork... it is a proven system that works time and time again for all of my clients on every corner of the globe that actually apply the information I teach. If you apply it, the results will come. It's really that simple.
The only reason most people fail in their fitness goals is that they have good intentions at first to adopt a new lifestyle, yet after a few weeks or months, they abandon their good intentions and slip right back into their old bad habits that gave them the excess body fat in the first place.
I want to help you succeed in finally getting rid of that extra abdominal fat that is not only UGLY, but also DANGEROUS. A lot of people have emailed me with questions about whether they need any special equipment, if they're too old or too young for this program, etc. I've made a page that should answer all of your questions...
However, what most people don't realize is that excess abdominal fat in particular, is not only ugly, but is also a dangerous risk factor to your health. Scientific research has clearly determined that although it is unhealthy in general to have excess body fat throughout your body, it is also particularly dangerous to have excess abdominal fat.
There are two types of fat that you have in your abdominal area. The first type that covers up your abs from being visible is called subcutaneous fat and lies directly beneath the skin and on top of the abdominal muscles.
The second type of fat that you have in your abdominal area is called visceral fat, and that lies deeper in the abdomen beneath your muscle and surrounding your organs. Visceral fat also plays a role in giving certain men that "beer belly" appearance where their abdomen protrudes excessively but at the same time, also feels sort of hard if you push on it.
Both subcutaneous fat and visceral fat in the abdominal area are serious health risk factors, but science has shown that having excessive visceral fat is even more dangerous than subcutaneous fat. Both of them greatly increase the risk your risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, sleep apnea, various forms of cancer, and other degenerative diseases.
Part of the reason visceral fat is particularly dangerous is that it apparently releases more inflammatory molecules into your system on a consistent basis.
If you care about the quality of your life and your loved ones, reducing your abdominal fat should be one of your TOP priorities! There's just no way around it. Besides, a side effect of finally getting rid of all of that excessive ugly abdominal fat is that your stomach will flatten out, and if you lose enough stomach fat, you will be able to visibly see those sexy six pack abs that everyone wants.
So what gets rid of extra abdominal fat? Is there actually a REAL solution beyond all of the gimmicks and hype that you see in ads and on commercials for "miracle" fat loss products?
The first thing you must understand is that there is absolutely NO quick fix solution. There are no pills or supplements of any sort that will help you lose your abdominal fat faster. Also, none of the gimmicky ab rockers, rollers, or ab belts will help get rid of abdominal fat either. You can't spot reduce your stomach fat by using any of these worthless contraptions. It simply doesn't work that way.
The only solution to consistently lose your abdominal fat and keep it off for good is to combine a sound nutritious diet full of unprocessed natural foods with a properly designed strategic exercise program that stimulates the necessary hormonal and metabolic response within your body. Both your food intake as well as your training program are important if you are to get this right.
I've actually even seen a particular study that divided thousands of participants into a diet-only group and an exercise & diet combined group. While both groups in this study made good progress, the diet-only group lost significantly LESS abdominal fat than the diet & exercise combined group.
Now the important thing to realize is that just any old exercise program will not necessarily do the trick. The majority of people that attempt getting into a good exercise routine are NOT working out effectively enough to really stimulate the loss of stubborn abdominal fat. I see this everyday at the gym.
Most people will do your typical boring ineffective cardio routines, throw in a little outdated body-part style weight training, and pump away with some crunches and side bends, and think that they are doing something useful for reducing their abdominal fat. Then they become frustrated after weeks or months of no results and wonder where they went wrong.
Well, the good news is that I've spent over a decade researching this topic, analyzing the science, and applying it "in the trenches" with myself as well as thousands of my clients from all over the world to see what works to really stimulate abdominal fat loss.
The entire solution... all of the nutritional strategies, as well as training sequences, exercise combinations, and more have all been compiled in my Truth About Six Pack Abs Program.
Keep in mind that the point of this whole program is NOT abdominal exercises (that is only a very small portion of it). The main point of this program is showing you the absolute most effective strategies for losing your stubborn abdominal fat, so you can get rid of that dangerous health risk, as well as get a flatter more defined midsection.
If you follow the guidelines, you WILL lose your belly fat that has been plaguing you for years. This is not guesswork... it is a proven system that works time and time again for all of my clients on every corner of the globe that actually apply the information I teach. If you apply it, the results will come. It's really that simple.
The only reason most people fail in their fitness goals is that they have good intentions at first to adopt a new lifestyle, yet after a few weeks or months, they abandon their good intentions and slip right back into their old bad habits that gave them the excess body fat in the first place.
I want to help you succeed in finally getting rid of that extra abdominal fat that is not only UGLY, but also DANGEROUS. A lot of people have emailed me with questions about whether they need any special equipment, if they're too old or too young for this program, etc. I've made a page that should answer all of your questions...
Renewable Energy Careers - Challenging and Satisfying
If you are interested in an exciting career, one choice may be a career in the field of renewable energy. Finding resources for generations to come can be both challenging and satisfying.
If you're looking into this area of interest there are many different professions that will be and are available. Because of the vast variety of existing opportunities, it will also accommodate a number of different degrees and different types of training. Your goal is to find which career path is the right fit for you.
Certain jobs in communications, community outreach, sales, marketing and business support are available in every renewable energy field. In addition, each field will need construction workers for building of the facilities, architects for the building design, mechanical and electrical engineers for research and development and technicians to maintain operations of the buildings. There are other jobs that will specifically target certain renewable energy technologies.
The wind industry uses meteorologists in their search to find areas with adequate wind conditions. Certain speeds of wind are vital to allow wind farms to generate enough electricity. In addition, advanced degree aeronautical engineers are needed for research and development in efforts to improve design and operations. Mechanical and electrical technicians, called "wind smiths" are needed to maintain the wind turbines.
The solar power industry has a need for highly skilled professionals. The different areas would consist of photovoltaics, solar thermal electric, solar hot water systems and passive solar building design. Higher-level jobs would include chemical, material science and physics engineers who would take the lead in research and development to improve solar products costs and reliability.
Much research is needed to make biomass energy production, the conversion of biomass into fuel, an easier process. This research effort will require the aid of chemists, microbiologists, biochemists, agricultural specialists and engineers. It will also create a number of direct and indirect jobs in rural communities. There will be an increase in jobs for farmers and foresters to produce and collect biomass resources. There will also be a need for more truck drivers to transport resources to the plants. There may even be a need for chemical engineers cross-trained in engineering and biology or chemistry and agriculture.
Geothermal energy production requires geologists, geochemists, geophysicists, hydrologists, seismologists, reservoir engineers, mud loggers, hydraulic engineers and drillers for the development and location of reservoirs. Environmental scientists will be needed for impact studies and for the obtainment of permits. HVAC contractors and drilling crews are also needed for manufacturing and installing geothermal heat pumps. Direct use of geothermal technology will have a need for heating engineers and those trained in building and agricultural industries. Electrical machinists, welders, riggers and mechanics are also needed in the design and construction processes.
Hydropower industry will employ recreation planners, resource managers and educators in managing the reservoirs and surrounding lands. The employment of environmental scientists such as, biologists, hydrologists, ecologists, and wildlife habitat specialists will be needed for conducting impact studies. They are needed to examine the effect hydropower has on the environment, to deal with environmental safety and to satisfy state and federal licensing laws.
The renewable energy field offers careers for individuals with a number of different skills, degrees and training. By being among those who will apply their talents and areas of expertise to any of the renewable energy fields, you can help the United States in its quest to provide an safe, environmentally friendly energy to its citizens.
If you're looking into this area of interest there are many different professions that will be and are available. Because of the vast variety of existing opportunities, it will also accommodate a number of different degrees and different types of training. Your goal is to find which career path is the right fit for you.
Certain jobs in communications, community outreach, sales, marketing and business support are available in every renewable energy field. In addition, each field will need construction workers for building of the facilities, architects for the building design, mechanical and electrical engineers for research and development and technicians to maintain operations of the buildings. There are other jobs that will specifically target certain renewable energy technologies.
The wind industry uses meteorologists in their search to find areas with adequate wind conditions. Certain speeds of wind are vital to allow wind farms to generate enough electricity. In addition, advanced degree aeronautical engineers are needed for research and development in efforts to improve design and operations. Mechanical and electrical technicians, called "wind smiths" are needed to maintain the wind turbines.
The solar power industry has a need for highly skilled professionals. The different areas would consist of photovoltaics, solar thermal electric, solar hot water systems and passive solar building design. Higher-level jobs would include chemical, material science and physics engineers who would take the lead in research and development to improve solar products costs and reliability.
Much research is needed to make biomass energy production, the conversion of biomass into fuel, an easier process. This research effort will require the aid of chemists, microbiologists, biochemists, agricultural specialists and engineers. It will also create a number of direct and indirect jobs in rural communities. There will be an increase in jobs for farmers and foresters to produce and collect biomass resources. There will also be a need for more truck drivers to transport resources to the plants. There may even be a need for chemical engineers cross-trained in engineering and biology or chemistry and agriculture.
Geothermal energy production requires geologists, geochemists, geophysicists, hydrologists, seismologists, reservoir engineers, mud loggers, hydraulic engineers and drillers for the development and location of reservoirs. Environmental scientists will be needed for impact studies and for the obtainment of permits. HVAC contractors and drilling crews are also needed for manufacturing and installing geothermal heat pumps. Direct use of geothermal technology will have a need for heating engineers and those trained in building and agricultural industries. Electrical machinists, welders, riggers and mechanics are also needed in the design and construction processes.
Hydropower industry will employ recreation planners, resource managers and educators in managing the reservoirs and surrounding lands. The employment of environmental scientists such as, biologists, hydrologists, ecologists, and wildlife habitat specialists will be needed for conducting impact studies. They are needed to examine the effect hydropower has on the environment, to deal with environmental safety and to satisfy state and federal licensing laws.
The renewable energy field offers careers for individuals with a number of different skills, degrees and training. By being among those who will apply their talents and areas of expertise to any of the renewable energy fields, you can help the United States in its quest to provide an safe, environmentally friendly energy to its citizens.
2007年12月26日星期三
Are Hybrids Losing Their Pull?
Gasoline prices are increasing and sales are slipping. In addition, the automotive industry is showered by lots of alternative options. These are the factors why critics in the industry are saying that hybrids are already losing their pull. Several automakers have ventured into hybrid manufacture and they are now coping with the change of heart of vehicle aficionados.
Last year, Carlos Ghosn, Nissan chief executive, told a convention of car dealers that the business case for the eco-friendly vehicles had yet to be proved. In a bid to keep up with auto giants, Nissan said it will be introducing a hybrid car developed for the U.S. and Japanese markets this month. This move is aimed at challenging the success of Japanese automakers like Toyota and Honda.
According to Edmunds.com, an automotive shopping website, in July last year, when gasoline prices were hovering near record highs and consumers were eager to save on fuel costs, vehicles that run on both a gas-powered engine and an electric motor peaked at an annual rate of nearly 1.5 million units. However, since August of the same year, sales of hybrid vehicles have fallen sharply as the price of gas and fuel has declined and Toyota has run up against a federal limit for tax credits that have helped fuel sales of the vehicles.
Alex Rosten, Edmunds.coms manager of pricing and market analysis, said that from September to October, sales of Toyota hybrids, including the popular Prius model, tumbled 22.4 per cent, a downturn that can be attributed in large part to a quirk in federal law. Toyota had come up against the limit of 60,000 vehicles that are eligible for the full tax credit of up to $3,600 provided under a 2005 federal energy bill
The tax credit has played a large role, and it will expire at the end of 2007 unless Congress renews it, continued Rosten. But he added that other factors, including lower gas prices, also could reduce demand for hybrids. Theres certainly less buzz around hybrid vehicles consumers are burned out on all the hybrid hoopla, Rosten further noted. But the days of $3 for a gallon of gas are still in their minds when they shop for a car, so a hybrid is still on their list; its just that consumers will be less willing to pay a premium to own one.
Analysts said there will always be a demand for hybrids from green consumers who want to cut harmful emissions as well as the countrys reliance on foreign oil. In addition, automakers are also working making hybrids affordable for each one. The Saturn Vue Green Line hybrid will be one of the most affordable hybrids in the industry. The hybrid costs just $1,000 more than the regular Saturn Vue.
The Vue Green Line is expected to be the lowest-cost hybrid-powered SUV in the market, said Mark LaNeve, GM North America vice president of Vehicle Sales, Service and Marketing. Its lower price allows us to offer the fuel-saving benefits of hybrids to a wider group of customers.
The Saturn Vue Green Line is equipped with sophisticated controls and a unique electric motor/generator mated to a 2.4L VVT four-cylinder engine and 4T45-E four-speed transmission. To boost its braking functions, Saturn used EBC brake rotors and pads mated with state-of-the-art suspension. The car boasts of its simple and flexible hybrid design that provides additional power from the motor/generator during acceleration and allows increased fuel economy through engine shut-off at idle, fuel cut-off during deceleration and the capability to make the most out of electrical energy through regenerative braking.
But there are significant misconceptions surrounding hybrids. Some enthusiasts believe that hybrids are superior to conventional gas-powered vehicles in all driving conditions. And when the car failed to meet those levels of expectation, drivers become disappointed shifts to another type of vehicle.
Some think a hybrid will get the stated EPA mileage returns of 50 or 60 miles per gallon all the time, Rosten said. But if you are using the hybrid on the highway you are using the gas engine, and cars like the Prius are much better-suited for around town driving in gridlock they are not meant to be long-distance driving cars.
Rebecca Lindland, an automotive industry analyst at Global Insight, who has studied how much consumers are likely to save with hybrid vehicles vs. their gas-only counterparts, concluded that a driver who buys a Honda Accord hybrid, which can cost some $3,000 more than a regular model, will need 10 to 12 years to break even in fuel savings, assuming the price of gas remains within the $2.50 to $3 range. She added, To get that saving you have to drive 15,000 miles a year, and if you are driving a hybrid 15,000 miles a year, you are doing a lot of highway driving and not maximizing the best use of your vehicle.
Lindland pointed out that when it comes to saving money at the pump, there are alternatives to hybrids. These include engines with a highly efficient continuously variable transmission or GMs Active Fuel Management, which allows a V6 or V8 engine to turn off cylinders under light-load conditions to improve fuel efficiency. She added, The other possibility is diesel. New regulations requiring low-sulfur diesel fuels, which went into effect this fall, are likely to boost the popularity of diesel vehicles in the United States. Those vehicles are already popular in Europe. (Diesel) has got a really bad rap because most of us think of it as loud and smelly, but this is not your fathers diesel. Cars that run on diesel get consistently better mileage than gas engines, whether on the highway or in the city. Thats the huge advantage they have over hybrids they are not as duty-cycle sensitive.
It is the tie that binds: the Saturn Multi Rib Belt
Underneath the hood of a Saturn, one may easily examine all the complicated tasks of the engine and all the other components that work together to run the car. With all the separate parts that are supposed to work together, one may marvel at the genius that makes the car function at sync in just a turn of a car key in the ignition. But when one drives a Saturn, then one already knows the secret behind the harmony of his car---the Saturn Multi Rib Belt.
The Saturn Multi Rib Belt, also called as serpentine belt, uses multiple Vs for more positive contact with its mating pulleys. Its purpose is to provide power to engine-mounted accessories such as the power steering pump, air conditioning compressor, mechanical cooling fan, and air injection pump. Responding to the continuous usage of multi-rib drive belt systems, torque transmission has developed this new line multi-rib pulleys and drives.
The Saturn Multi Rib Belts feature lengthwise groove that provide drive-by adhesion. Compared with conventional belts of the same width, these belts optimize the contact area while increasing power transfer. The thin cross-section profile allows for use with smaller pulleys than standard V-belts. The drive width can be reduced because of the increased surface engagement, which increases horsepower per inch of belt width compared to standard V-belts. The Saturn multi rib belt are available for different pulleys and drives in a wide variety of materials as well as standard sizes.
It has been a fact that multi rib belts could only last for four years, or 50,000 miles. Belt slippage usually occurs due to low tension, wrong belt, or grease/oil. Inspect the belt closely for any cracks in the ribbed area, and also, check the backside of the grooves, fraying, or splitting. Though the random cracks across the ribs signals normal belt wear, it is a good move to take a replacement. In any case, one must be keen in having Saturn Multi Rib Belts installed in his car. Because even if the company is only in its early twenties, it has already managed to produce durable car parts, thus leading them to be at par with other car brands.
2007年12月25日星期二
Aortic Stenosis Causes Symptoms Information with Treatment
Stenosis by all means narrowing. Normally, oxygen rich blood is pumped from the left ventricle, through the aortic valve and into the aorta. Significant aortic stenosis is relatively uncommon affecting about 6 of every 1000 babies born and occurs more often in boys. When a child has aortic stenosis, the area where blood exits the heart's lower left chamber is too narrow. Heart valves are thin leaflets of tissue which open and close at the proper time during each heart beat cycle. The heart muscle may also begin to weaken, leading to heart failure. When the degree of narrowing becomes significant enough to impede the flow of blood from the left ventricle to the arteries, heart problems develop. Aortic stenosis occurs 3 times more commonly in men than women. The result is that the left ventricle must squeeze harder to get a sufficient amount of blood through the aortic valve with each beat. The increased work load makes the muscle of the left ventricle grow thicker (hypertrophy). Eventually the heart muscle cannot keep up with the work load and begins to fail.
Causes of Aortic Stenosis
The common Causes of Aortic Stenosis :
Progressive calcification of the aortic valve with age (most common in elderly)
A bicuspid (two-part) aortic valve with progressive wear and tear
An aortic valve that has only one cusp or is otherwise stenotic from birth
Rarely, scarring of the aortic valve caused by rheumatic fever
A birth defect of the aortic valve (this valve normally has three cusps)
Symptoms of Aortic Stenosis
Some Symptoms of Aortic Stenosis :
Fatigue, especially during times of increased activity
Dizziness
weakness ,
Shortness of breath, especially with exertion
Breathlessness with activity
Fainting.
Sensation of feeling the heart beat ( palpitations )
Chest pain ,
Heart murmur
Treatment of Aortic Stenosis
Surgery is the only treatment to cure aortic stenosis. The procedures may include an aortic valve replacement, aortic valve repair or aortic balloon valvuloplasty. Ask your caregiver for more information about these procedures.
Antibiotics may be given to help treat or prevent an infection caused by germs called bacteria
This medicine may be given to make your heart beat stronger or more regularly. There are many different kinds of heart medicines. Talk with your caregiver to find out what your medicine is and why you are taking it.
This is medicine that may be given to help thin the blood to keep blood clots from forming.
This medicine is often called "water pills". Diuretics help your body get rid of extra fluid (edema) in your legs and ankles. This medicine may also help get rid of extra fluid in your lungs or around your heart. It may also decrease your blood pressure. You may urinate more often when taking diuretics.
This type of medicine is given to help decrease (lower) the amount of cholesterol (fat) in your blood.
Causes of Aortic Stenosis
The common Causes of Aortic Stenosis :
Progressive calcification of the aortic valve with age (most common in elderly)
A bicuspid (two-part) aortic valve with progressive wear and tear
An aortic valve that has only one cusp or is otherwise stenotic from birth
Rarely, scarring of the aortic valve caused by rheumatic fever
A birth defect of the aortic valve (this valve normally has three cusps)
Symptoms of Aortic Stenosis
Some Symptoms of Aortic Stenosis :
Fatigue, especially during times of increased activity
Dizziness
weakness ,
Shortness of breath, especially with exertion
Breathlessness with activity
Fainting.
Sensation of feeling the heart beat ( palpitations )
Chest pain ,
Heart murmur
Treatment of Aortic Stenosis
Surgery is the only treatment to cure aortic stenosis. The procedures may include an aortic valve replacement, aortic valve repair or aortic balloon valvuloplasty. Ask your caregiver for more information about these procedures.
Antibiotics may be given to help treat or prevent an infection caused by germs called bacteria
This medicine may be given to make your heart beat stronger or more regularly. There are many different kinds of heart medicines. Talk with your caregiver to find out what your medicine is and why you are taking it.
This is medicine that may be given to help thin the blood to keep blood clots from forming.
This medicine is often called "water pills". Diuretics help your body get rid of extra fluid (edema) in your legs and ankles. This medicine may also help get rid of extra fluid in your lungs or around your heart. It may also decrease your blood pressure. You may urinate more often when taking diuretics.
This type of medicine is given to help decrease (lower) the amount of cholesterol (fat) in your blood.
Diabetes Treatment - the Drugs used for treatment
Diabetes or Diabetes Milletus is a situation wherein the body is incapable of handling sugar thus resulting in frequent urination, thirst and tiredness. Your doctor will prescribe a certain drug regimen once you are diagnosed with having diabetes.
A customary medical treatment will call for a drug to lessen the effect of diabetes. The treatment relies on the kind of diabetes which can be:
- Type 1 wherein the body cannot produce insulin and insulin replacement is transported to the body by pump or injection. Diabetics under type 1 is classified as insulin dependent.
- Type 2 wherein patients are able to control their glucose level and treatment plan. Some patients will also need insulin injection but generally diet, exercise and some oral medications are sufficient.
1.Insulin for Type 1 diabetics is a protein substance which is injected to the body to be effective. There is insulin which can be taken orally and is broken down during digestion. In the US there are 20 diverse kinds of insulin; nowadays, replacements for insulin injection are giving promising results.
Insulin is classified according to: how rapid it takes to effect in the body or 'onset', the time when its effect is very high and for how long is it effective.
The dosages and types of insulin to be used will depend on the blood glucose level of the body. For patients who need long acting insulin, they should take Insulin Zinc Extended, patients needing short acting insulin should take Insulin Regular and those who need very long acting should take in Insulin Glargine.
2.Oral medications on the other hand are used as treatment for diabetics under Type 2. Some of the drugs prescribed for the treatment of Type 2 diabetics are:
- Miglitol and Acarbose which are Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors. They delay the glucose absorption and slow down the digestion of carbohydrates. They also decrease the boost of blood glucose levels after meals.
- Sulfonylureas which stimulates the pancreas to give off more insulin. There are 1st generation sulfonylureas such as Chlorpropamide and Tolbutamide. Examples of 2nd generation sulfonylureas are Glyburide and Glimepiride.
- Biguanides which reduces the glucose amount that is being produced by liver. Metformin is the common drug under this class. Metformin is more useful for obese diabetics because it can diminish the excretion of glucose and it also suppresses appetite.
- Combination of Sulfonylurea and Biguanide which became available just recently. Before, patients are taking these two drugs separately; nowadays, one tablet with the combination of these drugs is effective in encouraging patient's compliance. Metformin and Glyburide are common examples of these drugs.
- Meglitinides stimulates insulin release after having a meal. Drugs under this class are Nateglinide and Repaglinide.
- Thiazolidinediones or glitazones is a recently released drug which increases sensitivity to insulin. Drugs under this category are Rosiglitazone and Pioglitazone
- Glucobay is also a new drug. It breaks down carbohydrates into monosaccharide for easy absorption of the small intestine thus reducing the rise of sugar levels.
Diabetes can be dangerous and can lead to more serious illnesses but can be combated nowadays. Different diabetics need different levels of treatment. It is always better to consult a professional doctor to know what drug will best suit your needs.
A customary medical treatment will call for a drug to lessen the effect of diabetes. The treatment relies on the kind of diabetes which can be:
- Type 1 wherein the body cannot produce insulin and insulin replacement is transported to the body by pump or injection. Diabetics under type 1 is classified as insulin dependent.
- Type 2 wherein patients are able to control their glucose level and treatment plan. Some patients will also need insulin injection but generally diet, exercise and some oral medications are sufficient.
1.Insulin for Type 1 diabetics is a protein substance which is injected to the body to be effective. There is insulin which can be taken orally and is broken down during digestion. In the US there are 20 diverse kinds of insulin; nowadays, replacements for insulin injection are giving promising results.
Insulin is classified according to: how rapid it takes to effect in the body or 'onset', the time when its effect is very high and for how long is it effective.
The dosages and types of insulin to be used will depend on the blood glucose level of the body. For patients who need long acting insulin, they should take Insulin Zinc Extended, patients needing short acting insulin should take Insulin Regular and those who need very long acting should take in Insulin Glargine.
2.Oral medications on the other hand are used as treatment for diabetics under Type 2. Some of the drugs prescribed for the treatment of Type 2 diabetics are:
- Miglitol and Acarbose which are Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors. They delay the glucose absorption and slow down the digestion of carbohydrates. They also decrease the boost of blood glucose levels after meals.
- Sulfonylureas which stimulates the pancreas to give off more insulin. There are 1st generation sulfonylureas such as Chlorpropamide and Tolbutamide. Examples of 2nd generation sulfonylureas are Glyburide and Glimepiride.
- Biguanides which reduces the glucose amount that is being produced by liver. Metformin is the common drug under this class. Metformin is more useful for obese diabetics because it can diminish the excretion of glucose and it also suppresses appetite.
- Combination of Sulfonylurea and Biguanide which became available just recently. Before, patients are taking these two drugs separately; nowadays, one tablet with the combination of these drugs is effective in encouraging patient's compliance. Metformin and Glyburide are common examples of these drugs.
- Meglitinides stimulates insulin release after having a meal. Drugs under this class are Nateglinide and Repaglinide.
- Thiazolidinediones or glitazones is a recently released drug which increases sensitivity to insulin. Drugs under this category are Rosiglitazone and Pioglitazone
- Glucobay is also a new drug. It breaks down carbohydrates into monosaccharide for easy absorption of the small intestine thus reducing the rise of sugar levels.
Diabetes can be dangerous and can lead to more serious illnesses but can be combated nowadays. Different diabetics need different levels of treatment. It is always better to consult a professional doctor to know what drug will best suit your needs.
2007年12月24日星期一
Natural Vitamin Sources at Home
Farmers know it. Foodies know it. But not enough people know that although it is easy to buy vitamin supplements to help overcome any deficiencies, for the majority it is better to obtain the recommended daily allowance of vitamins from natural vitamin sources.
Many people do not eat proper, balanced diets, and suffer from vitamin deficiency. However, rather than looking for a solution in a bottle, nutritionists recommend people begin eating more healthful foods to get the range of vitamins their bodies need.
Some chosen diets, such as vegetarian, provide a limited number of natural vitamins and therefore a supplement may be the best option. It can be time consuming and complicated for some special dieters to get the foods they need, in the ratios that are best, from natural sources. But for most diets, food can provide all you need!
It is important to be knowledgeable about the different types of vitamins and their best natural vitamin sources so that you can incorporate as many of these as possible into your regular diet. Water soluble vitamins cannot be stored in the body and therefore need to be replenished on a daily basis. Thus it is natural vitamin sources for these vitamins that are the most essential to learn. Many of these natural sources are already in your kitchen pantry, so it may not be hard for you to get started! Here are some common food sources for vitamins:
* Natural vitamin B8 sources can include molasses, vegetables, meat, whole grains, nuts, milk, brewers yeast, citrus fruits
* Natural vitamin B12 sources include organ meats, pork, fish, eggs, cheese, milk, bananas, lamb, kelp, peanuts (How about a peanut butter and banana sandwich!)
* Natural vitamin B17 sources include whole kernels of apricots, peaches, apples, cherries, plums
* Natural vitamin B15 sources include brewers yeast, brown rice, rare steaks, sunflower, pumpkin & sesame seeds
* Natural vitamin B2 sources can include organ meats, brewers yeast, whole grains, legumes, nuts, blackstrap molasses
* Natural vitamin B3 sources can include peanuts, poultry & fish, lean meats, potatoes,brewers yeast, milk, rice bran
* Natural vitamin B9 sources include dark-green leafy vegetables, root vegetables, organ meats, salmon, oysters, milk
* Natural vitamin B8 sources include whole grains, vegetables, citrus fruits, molasses, nuts, meat, brewers yeast, milk
* Natural vitamin B4 sources can include brewers yeast, egg yolks, organ meats, legumes, wheat germ, fish, soybeans
* Natural vitamin B6 sources include wheat germ, meats, whole grains, organ meats, blackstrap molasses, brewers yeast
* Natural vitamin B17 sources can include peaches, whole kernels of apricots, cherries, apples, plums
* Natural vitamin B17 sources can include cherries, peaches, apples, whole kernels of apricots, plums
* Natural vitamin B5 sources include salmon, organ meats, egg yolks, legumes, wheat germ, brewers yeast, whole grains
* Natural vitamin B6 sources can include meats, wheat germ, whole grains, blackstrap molasses, organ meats, brewers yeast
Remember, supplements in pill form are not bad, it is just that natural sources are even better! And why not take the opportunity to explore new foods and food combinations -- you never know what you will fall in love with.
Many people do not eat proper, balanced diets, and suffer from vitamin deficiency. However, rather than looking for a solution in a bottle, nutritionists recommend people begin eating more healthful foods to get the range of vitamins their bodies need.
Some chosen diets, such as vegetarian, provide a limited number of natural vitamins and therefore a supplement may be the best option. It can be time consuming and complicated for some special dieters to get the foods they need, in the ratios that are best, from natural sources. But for most diets, food can provide all you need!
It is important to be knowledgeable about the different types of vitamins and their best natural vitamin sources so that you can incorporate as many of these as possible into your regular diet. Water soluble vitamins cannot be stored in the body and therefore need to be replenished on a daily basis. Thus it is natural vitamin sources for these vitamins that are the most essential to learn. Many of these natural sources are already in your kitchen pantry, so it may not be hard for you to get started! Here are some common food sources for vitamins:
* Natural vitamin B8 sources can include molasses, vegetables, meat, whole grains, nuts, milk, brewers yeast, citrus fruits
* Natural vitamin B12 sources include organ meats, pork, fish, eggs, cheese, milk, bananas, lamb, kelp, peanuts (How about a peanut butter and banana sandwich!)
* Natural vitamin B17 sources include whole kernels of apricots, peaches, apples, cherries, plums
* Natural vitamin B15 sources include brewers yeast, brown rice, rare steaks, sunflower, pumpkin & sesame seeds
* Natural vitamin B2 sources can include organ meats, brewers yeast, whole grains, legumes, nuts, blackstrap molasses
* Natural vitamin B3 sources can include peanuts, poultry & fish, lean meats, potatoes,brewers yeast, milk, rice bran
* Natural vitamin B9 sources include dark-green leafy vegetables, root vegetables, organ meats, salmon, oysters, milk
* Natural vitamin B8 sources include whole grains, vegetables, citrus fruits, molasses, nuts, meat, brewers yeast, milk
* Natural vitamin B4 sources can include brewers yeast, egg yolks, organ meats, legumes, wheat germ, fish, soybeans
* Natural vitamin B6 sources include wheat germ, meats, whole grains, organ meats, blackstrap molasses, brewers yeast
* Natural vitamin B17 sources can include peaches, whole kernels of apricots, cherries, apples, plums
* Natural vitamin B17 sources can include cherries, peaches, apples, whole kernels of apricots, plums
* Natural vitamin B5 sources include salmon, organ meats, egg yolks, legumes, wheat germ, brewers yeast, whole grains
* Natural vitamin B6 sources can include meats, wheat germ, whole grains, blackstrap molasses, organ meats, brewers yeast
Remember, supplements in pill form are not bad, it is just that natural sources are even better! And why not take the opportunity to explore new foods and food combinations -- you never know what you will fall in love with.
A Simple Discovery Makes SEO a Thing of the Past for Most Site Owners
Like thousands, maybe millions of site owners out there I have been trying with all the usual programs to enhance my SEO and finally reach the coveted number one position for my particular site and its subject.
I am positive I am not alone when I say that I find it almost impossible to get anywhere near the top results with any search engine and I often feel as though I am fighting a losing battle.
It seems that no matter what I do and how many programs I purchase to help in my plight I like most people don't stand a chance in hell of getting a sniff at the best positions. It appears that you have to have a massive advertising budget to even scratch the surface with the search engines and unless you are prepared to spend spend spend on adwords or adsense its a lost cause.
Having tried in vain for more than four years which is probably a lot less than some of you who are reading this I was on the verge of giving up. This was mainly because I just couldn't afford to carry on pumping my hard earned cash into programs that were supposed to help but never did.
I searched and searched, often deep into the night as I'm sure many of you have also and I have been searching in vain. At least I thought it was in vain. Then it happened. I made an amazing discovery that in time will in my opinion change the Internet and the way the small guy lists his site and promotes his product.
Its official term is a Search Sub Engine and it can only be described as a mixture of Google Ebay and Yell.com.
It promises to make the Internet a level playing field and no matter how large an advertising budget you have it wont be advantageous unlike the standard search engines.
It rotates your listing very much like that of an auction site and gives everyone a chance to reach that all important number one position. Its also very cost effective and if it lives up to its promises should be a breath of fresh air for webmasters all over the net.
Although it will never replace the search engines it is a welcome affordable addition to every ones advertising arsenal in that it doesn't discriminate against the new and unseen sites and it gives everybody an equal chance of making those all important sales or at the very least it gets your site out there under the very noses of the people it was intended for
I am positive I am not alone when I say that I find it almost impossible to get anywhere near the top results with any search engine and I often feel as though I am fighting a losing battle.
It seems that no matter what I do and how many programs I purchase to help in my plight I like most people don't stand a chance in hell of getting a sniff at the best positions. It appears that you have to have a massive advertising budget to even scratch the surface with the search engines and unless you are prepared to spend spend spend on adwords or adsense its a lost cause.
Having tried in vain for more than four years which is probably a lot less than some of you who are reading this I was on the verge of giving up. This was mainly because I just couldn't afford to carry on pumping my hard earned cash into programs that were supposed to help but never did.
I searched and searched, often deep into the night as I'm sure many of you have also and I have been searching in vain. At least I thought it was in vain. Then it happened. I made an amazing discovery that in time will in my opinion change the Internet and the way the small guy lists his site and promotes his product.
Its official term is a Search Sub Engine and it can only be described as a mixture of Google Ebay and Yell.com.
It promises to make the Internet a level playing field and no matter how large an advertising budget you have it wont be advantageous unlike the standard search engines.
It rotates your listing very much like that of an auction site and gives everyone a chance to reach that all important number one position. Its also very cost effective and if it lives up to its promises should be a breath of fresh air for webmasters all over the net.
Although it will never replace the search engines it is a welcome affordable addition to every ones advertising arsenal in that it doesn't discriminate against the new and unseen sites and it gives everybody an equal chance of making those all important sales or at the very least it gets your site out there under the very noses of the people it was intended for
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What to Expect on the Jeep Trailhawk Production Model
Car fans across the world, especially those who are interested and starving for a new off-road vehicle are waiting for the production model of Chrysler Group's latest on- and off-road concept, the Jeep Trailhawk.
Unveiled at the 2007 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) early in January, the Jeep Trailhawk concept "merges the spectrum of the Jeep brand by combining the core off-road features of the new body-on-frame four-door Jeep Wrangler Unlimited with the refined sophistication of an all-new on-road open-air concept vehicle, providing a unique and fresh expression for Jeep", according to the Auburn Hills-based automaker.
Chrysler Group released the full details of the Jeep Trailhawk concept at NAIAS. Customers should expect the technical specs and features describe at the show to be installed on the production model of the vehicle. Chrysler Group did not release the exact time frame for the production version though.
The overall appearance of the Jeep Trailhawk concept embodies the traditional Jeep classic style along with new design cues like the open top roof resembling roof styling found on convertible coupe models. The Trailhawk concept features a bold and aggressive exterior body and has a long 116-inch wheelbase. Other exterior features include, stretched fender flares, tall trapezoidal vent, HID projector beam quad lamps, cross-car instrument panel, signature seven-slot Jeep grille, LED park and turn signals, four cup holders, sliding Jeep Load N Go cargo tray drop-down tailgate, and large 22-inch five-spoke wheels. The left and right lamps show the eyes of a bird of prey, that is why the designers called the vehicle Trailhawk.
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The Jeep Trailhawk comes with interior space for four passengers with premium leather seats. The two-tone leather-wrapped aluminum steering wheel offers an exciting driving feel wheter it is on- or off-road. Other interior features of the Jeep Trailhawk concept include steering wheel mounted switches and controls, remote control fold-away flat screen navigation unit, two front and rear armrest, storage bin modules, and a premium audio system with MP3 capability.
On the technical side, customers should expect a 3.0-liter BLUETEC CRD engine under the hood of the Jeep Trailhawk. The engine pumps out 215 hp at 4,000 rpm produces 376 lb.-ft. amount of peak torque at 1,600-2,800 rpm. To cool off the engine, a radiator with Jeep fan shroud will be included. The engine is coupled with a 5-speed automatic gearbox to power the four-wheel-drive (4WD) drivetrain configuration of the Trailhawk concept. Suspension parts come with a front axle with 4 bar links, and rear axle with 5-bar links.
You should expect these specs and features on the production model of Jeep Trailhawk when it rolls out anytime soon.
Brothers Ride Adult Stem Cell Express from Heart Failure to Health
Faced with massive heart problems beyond conventional help American brothers John and Walter Homeier traveled to Bangkok to receive the very latest in adult stem cell therapy for the failing heart. Fourteen months later the older brother, John, is back doing what he used to do before his illness - playing golf, walking as far as he likes and working every day. Younger brother, Walter, just one month after his treatment is already doing well, reporting that his energy is improving day by day.
Adult stem cell therapy results for around 75 percent of patients both by self-report and by clinical evaluation are dramatic. Patients have more energy and are able to resume activities they thought they had lost forever. They feel less tired and experience far fewer symptoms such as angina. Their heart is able to pump more efficiently than before treatment. For John this has meant, I can do anything I want to do. Adult stem cells saved my life.
Since adult stem cell therapies are not yet approved in the U.S. the brothers had to gain acceptance by an accredited hospital that performs the operation, in their cases in Bangkok, Thailand. Top cardiologists assess the patient and then withdraw a small amount of blood from the arm which is immediately flown to a laboratory in Israel. In the laboratory the stem cells that can help the heart muscle and increase blood flow to the affected areas are isolated and multiplied by many millions. This harvested concentrate of stem cells is then flown back to the hospital where the stem cells are either injected directly into the heart muscle or introduced by catheter into the blocked area. These stem cells have demonstrated the ability to do what they are 'trained' to do, namely repair, strengthen and revascularize. Within a few months (often sooner) the vast majority of patients notice the benefits
Both brothers were aware before receiving treatment that because the blood that is used is their own there is absolutely no possibility of the body rejecting the implantation of stem cells. They were also encouraged by reading about and speaking with patients who had already benefited from adult stem cell therapy. Like many other seriously ill heart failure patients there comes a point when they are told that apart from a heart transplant there is nothing more that can be done for them. Rather than choose a hospice or a rocking chair while they await their inevitable fate an increasing number are choosing to undergo what is rapidly becoming established as a safe, helpful and minimally invasive procedure.
Medical tourism is a huge and rapidly growing industry in Thailand. The reasons for this growth and world-wide acceptance by patients seeking treatment in the kingdom lie in the facts that the hospital facilities and equipment are truly first class and the care and support of medical and nursing staff is second to none. Many of the specialists involved in the treatment of foreign patients have been trained or had extensive post-graduate experience in western countries. The Homeiers experienced exceptional care from the company and the hospital staff. They found their hotel accommodation surpassed their expectations. Furthermore, Thailand has long been recognized as a safe, beautiful, welcoming and enjoyable place for tourists generally, let alone those needing some rest and relaxation after hospital treatment. The brothers were able to take advantage of all that the kingdom offers.
John has already seen his Ejection Fraction (the measure of the heart's efficiency in pumping blood) rise from a mere 15 to 40. Small wonder that he feels so much better and is able to resume all the activities formerly denied him. The skeptics can say what they like but patient outcomes like those of the Homeiers are driving more and more end-stage heart patients to seek help. As more and more clinical trial results are published cardiologists will be suggesting to greater numbers of patients that adult stem cell therapy using their own blood is the preferred treatment option that can help them right now regain a quality of life they thought they had lost.
Adult stem cell therapy results for around 75 percent of patients both by self-report and by clinical evaluation are dramatic. Patients have more energy and are able to resume activities they thought they had lost forever. They feel less tired and experience far fewer symptoms such as angina. Their heart is able to pump more efficiently than before treatment. For John this has meant, I can do anything I want to do. Adult stem cells saved my life.
Since adult stem cell therapies are not yet approved in the U.S. the brothers had to gain acceptance by an accredited hospital that performs the operation, in their cases in Bangkok, Thailand. Top cardiologists assess the patient and then withdraw a small amount of blood from the arm which is immediately flown to a laboratory in Israel. In the laboratory the stem cells that can help the heart muscle and increase blood flow to the affected areas are isolated and multiplied by many millions. This harvested concentrate of stem cells is then flown back to the hospital where the stem cells are either injected directly into the heart muscle or introduced by catheter into the blocked area. These stem cells have demonstrated the ability to do what they are 'trained' to do, namely repair, strengthen and revascularize. Within a few months (often sooner) the vast majority of patients notice the benefits
Both brothers were aware before receiving treatment that because the blood that is used is their own there is absolutely no possibility of the body rejecting the implantation of stem cells. They were also encouraged by reading about and speaking with patients who had already benefited from adult stem cell therapy. Like many other seriously ill heart failure patients there comes a point when they are told that apart from a heart transplant there is nothing more that can be done for them. Rather than choose a hospice or a rocking chair while they await their inevitable fate an increasing number are choosing to undergo what is rapidly becoming established as a safe, helpful and minimally invasive procedure.
Medical tourism is a huge and rapidly growing industry in Thailand. The reasons for this growth and world-wide acceptance by patients seeking treatment in the kingdom lie in the facts that the hospital facilities and equipment are truly first class and the care and support of medical and nursing staff is second to none. Many of the specialists involved in the treatment of foreign patients have been trained or had extensive post-graduate experience in western countries. The Homeiers experienced exceptional care from the company and the hospital staff. They found their hotel accommodation surpassed their expectations. Furthermore, Thailand has long been recognized as a safe, beautiful, welcoming and enjoyable place for tourists generally, let alone those needing some rest and relaxation after hospital treatment. The brothers were able to take advantage of all that the kingdom offers.
John has already seen his Ejection Fraction (the measure of the heart's efficiency in pumping blood) rise from a mere 15 to 40. Small wonder that he feels so much better and is able to resume all the activities formerly denied him. The skeptics can say what they like but patient outcomes like those of the Homeiers are driving more and more end-stage heart patients to seek help. As more and more clinical trial results are published cardiologists will be suggesting to greater numbers of patients that adult stem cell therapy using their own blood is the preferred treatment option that can help them right now regain a quality of life they thought they had lost.
Your Pool Design: Diggin It
First the bad news: you can't just pick the type of pool that your heart is set on because there are factors that go into the decision equation. For example, you have standard features that are readily available since majority of pool owners ask for them, but sometimes requesting a specific type of pool could put you in the four-month waiting list or increase your bill by 20%. Worse, the design you picked isn't suitable for your location. These factors alone could put a damper on your enthusiasm, even if you had planned to give it to your kids as a Christmas gift.
The good news: generally, any type of pool would fit most needs, but when choices for accessories get too fancy, there might be a problem. Before signing on the dotted line, therefore, you may want to speak to the swimming pool experts and discuss your requirements. That way you'll have a rough idea of what type of pool design will fit your budget so you don't become frustrated.
Let's review some types of pool designs:
In Ground Pools
You have a slew of options and prices for in ground pools which come in three types:
* Concrete
* Vinyl
* Fiberglass
Concrete: concrete pools come in either shotcrete or gunite. These terms describe the application process of the concrete for the pool's steel framework. The fundamental difference is that gunite is pumped to the pool's structural frame while shotcrete is sprayed.
Your swimming pool builder will offer you a finish of either plaster, colored plaster, marble or pebble.
Since concrete pools are custom-built, they are one of the more flexible types in terms of design. You can be adventurous by asking your pool builder about the possibility of adding a spa pool or something like what they call "step waterfalls."
One thing to bear in mind is that it normally takes between eight and twelve weeks to complete a concrete in ground pool.
Vinyl Liner: when vinyl liners are installed inside the walls of the pool to reinforce the steel and other materials, builders call this a vinyl liner in ground pool. The walls are actually pre-manufactured and then set to stand on the ground. After the area is excavated and the walls are installed, the vinyl liner goes in next.
Again, flexibility is one thing you get with a vinyl liner pool because any custom design can be built. Care, however, must be taken to ensure that the vinyl is protected from any puncture or piercing. Vinyl liner pools take shorter time to build.
Fiberglass pools: this type of pool is assembled at the factory and then shipped to the location. Builders will dig a hole and level it, and then they put in the fiberglass. Waiting time for completion of the pool is relatively short, similar to vinyl liner pools.
Above Ground Pools
If you're on a shoestring budget or simply don't want to invest large amounts of money because you live in a place known for its short summers, above ground pools are an excellent but inexpensive option for families. They not only score high on price, but also on installation. Ambitious do-it-yourselfers could probably install an above ground pool with no major snags.
You can choose from a hard-sided or soft-sided above ground pool. The hard sided variety is a bit more expensive but have better durability than the soft-sided ones. In certain states and provinces in North America, you can get an above ground pool for as little as $100.00 and up. Be careful, though. You can go with the above-ground pool but if you throw in a deck and other accessories, the price could shoot up to a thousand and more.
Swimming pool builders have innovated on above ground pools in the last few decades, so some of the higher priced ones could even pass for in ground pools. Meaning they feel like in ground pools - especially if your house is built on a slant or slope.
The wonderful thing about above ground pools is that they can last a lifetime, provided you follow the manufacturer's instructions for care and maintenance. Those that use newer technologies are designed to last, because most of them are liquid coated and made with steel and vinyl.
You say above ground pools don't give you much of a workout? Think again. There are what we call above ground lap tools that stretch up to 80 feet long and six feet deep. So if you want to train like an Olympic athlete, your above ground pool can be a true friend!
The good news: generally, any type of pool would fit most needs, but when choices for accessories get too fancy, there might be a problem. Before signing on the dotted line, therefore, you may want to speak to the swimming pool experts and discuss your requirements. That way you'll have a rough idea of what type of pool design will fit your budget so you don't become frustrated.
Let's review some types of pool designs:
In Ground Pools
You have a slew of options and prices for in ground pools which come in three types:
* Concrete
* Vinyl
* Fiberglass
Concrete: concrete pools come in either shotcrete or gunite. These terms describe the application process of the concrete for the pool's steel framework. The fundamental difference is that gunite is pumped to the pool's structural frame while shotcrete is sprayed.
Your swimming pool builder will offer you a finish of either plaster, colored plaster, marble or pebble.
Since concrete pools are custom-built, they are one of the more flexible types in terms of design. You can be adventurous by asking your pool builder about the possibility of adding a spa pool or something like what they call "step waterfalls."
One thing to bear in mind is that it normally takes between eight and twelve weeks to complete a concrete in ground pool.
Vinyl Liner: when vinyl liners are installed inside the walls of the pool to reinforce the steel and other materials, builders call this a vinyl liner in ground pool. The walls are actually pre-manufactured and then set to stand on the ground. After the area is excavated and the walls are installed, the vinyl liner goes in next.
Again, flexibility is one thing you get with a vinyl liner pool because any custom design can be built. Care, however, must be taken to ensure that the vinyl is protected from any puncture or piercing. Vinyl liner pools take shorter time to build.
Fiberglass pools: this type of pool is assembled at the factory and then shipped to the location. Builders will dig a hole and level it, and then they put in the fiberglass. Waiting time for completion of the pool is relatively short, similar to vinyl liner pools.
Above Ground Pools
If you're on a shoestring budget or simply don't want to invest large amounts of money because you live in a place known for its short summers, above ground pools are an excellent but inexpensive option for families. They not only score high on price, but also on installation. Ambitious do-it-yourselfers could probably install an above ground pool with no major snags.
You can choose from a hard-sided or soft-sided above ground pool. The hard sided variety is a bit more expensive but have better durability than the soft-sided ones. In certain states and provinces in North America, you can get an above ground pool for as little as $100.00 and up. Be careful, though. You can go with the above-ground pool but if you throw in a deck and other accessories, the price could shoot up to a thousand and more.
Swimming pool builders have innovated on above ground pools in the last few decades, so some of the higher priced ones could even pass for in ground pools. Meaning they feel like in ground pools - especially if your house is built on a slant or slope.
The wonderful thing about above ground pools is that they can last a lifetime, provided you follow the manufacturer's instructions for care and maintenance. Those that use newer technologies are designed to last, because most of them are liquid coated and made with steel and vinyl.
You say above ground pools don't give you much of a workout? Think again. There are what we call above ground lap tools that stretch up to 80 feet long and six feet deep. So if you want to train like an Olympic athlete, your above ground pool can be a true friend!
Did You Know That Your Oily Skin Prevents Wrinkles?
It is a hassle to deal with oily skin, there can be no doubt about that. You find yourself acne prone, shiny and generally needing to wash your face several times a day. But did you realise that your oil loving skin glands will actually help you to fight the signs of aging?
Aging is all about moisture loss. As skin cells grow older, they lose their ability to keep in moisture and this results in drier skin and the appearance of lines and wrinkles. Dry skin is brittle and cannot hold its shape fully during daily movement. Hydrated skin is much more flexible and able to crease without permanently changing superficially. This is why antiaging creams are all based on the moisturising principle: the moister your skin, the more able you are to live your daily life without worrying about forming wrinkles.
Your oily skin is going to be a blessing come old age! At this very moment, your oil glands are pumping out moisture that will be soaked up by your skin and ultimately prevent wrinkles. You are fighting aging right now, without putting out any effort! People with a clear complexion and dry skin may have the upper hand in youth, but after the initial grace period, their skin has had it.
Most people need to undergo serious hydration treatments from a very young age if they want to protect their skin from aging early on. You, on the other hand, have been blessed with what will come in incredibly useful later on. Sure, oily skin seems like a mixed blessing at the moment, but if you are aware of simple ways to treat your skin to prevent acne and infection you can actually have your cake and eat it too!
Firstly, you need to be sure to treat the skin for bacteria, which grows freely in moist areas like your face. Bacteria is everywhere, on everything you touch and therefore will be present on you skin at any given moment. The only way to effectively deal with this presence of bacteria is through constant cleansing and the use of antibacterial products.
Exfoliation is a good way to open up the pores and seek out tiny hidden pockets of bacteria as well, so if you are sure to scrub, cleanse and disinfect your skin as often as you can, the likelihood of developing pimples and other small infections goes down significantly. These products will dry your skin out, essentially, so once applied add a small amount of moisturiser back onto the skin to ensure no damage is incurred.
A healthy diet is also important for the immune system of your skin. The more vitamins and grains you ingest, the better your skin becomes at fighting infection. Be sure to eat lots of fresh vegetables and fruits, and to base your diet on whole grains. A healthy, balanced diet is the first defence against any kind of bodily infection and even aging, so if you eat well you are sure to see a positive difference in the condition of your skin.
Oily skin can be a pain, but it is your ticket to youthful exuberance well beyond what most people manage! Take care of your skin, accept your overactive oil glands and be proud that when you turn 65, most people will not believe it. To take care of your skin just exfoliate, cleanse frequently and use antibacterial rinses.
When it comes to antiaging, just sit back and relax, and let your oil glands take care of that for you!
Aging is all about moisture loss. As skin cells grow older, they lose their ability to keep in moisture and this results in drier skin and the appearance of lines and wrinkles. Dry skin is brittle and cannot hold its shape fully during daily movement. Hydrated skin is much more flexible and able to crease without permanently changing superficially. This is why antiaging creams are all based on the moisturising principle: the moister your skin, the more able you are to live your daily life without worrying about forming wrinkles.
Your oily skin is going to be a blessing come old age! At this very moment, your oil glands are pumping out moisture that will be soaked up by your skin and ultimately prevent wrinkles. You are fighting aging right now, without putting out any effort! People with a clear complexion and dry skin may have the upper hand in youth, but after the initial grace period, their skin has had it.
Most people need to undergo serious hydration treatments from a very young age if they want to protect their skin from aging early on. You, on the other hand, have been blessed with what will come in incredibly useful later on. Sure, oily skin seems like a mixed blessing at the moment, but if you are aware of simple ways to treat your skin to prevent acne and infection you can actually have your cake and eat it too!
Firstly, you need to be sure to treat the skin for bacteria, which grows freely in moist areas like your face. Bacteria is everywhere, on everything you touch and therefore will be present on you skin at any given moment. The only way to effectively deal with this presence of bacteria is through constant cleansing and the use of antibacterial products.
Exfoliation is a good way to open up the pores and seek out tiny hidden pockets of bacteria as well, so if you are sure to scrub, cleanse and disinfect your skin as often as you can, the likelihood of developing pimples and other small infections goes down significantly. These products will dry your skin out, essentially, so once applied add a small amount of moisturiser back onto the skin to ensure no damage is incurred.
A healthy diet is also important for the immune system of your skin. The more vitamins and grains you ingest, the better your skin becomes at fighting infection. Be sure to eat lots of fresh vegetables and fruits, and to base your diet on whole grains. A healthy, balanced diet is the first defence against any kind of bodily infection and even aging, so if you eat well you are sure to see a positive difference in the condition of your skin.
Oily skin can be a pain, but it is your ticket to youthful exuberance well beyond what most people manage! Take care of your skin, accept your overactive oil glands and be proud that when you turn 65, most people will not believe it. To take care of your skin just exfoliate, cleanse frequently and use antibacterial rinses.
When it comes to antiaging, just sit back and relax, and let your oil glands take care of that for you!
Nitric Oxide: More Than a Great Pump
Nitric oxide is a relatively new substance on the bodybuilding circuit and is commonly abbreviated as NO. It has phenomenal results due to the effects it has within the body. The main thing to realize when first starting out with nitric oxide (NO) as a supplement for bodybuilding is where it comes from and how it can affect the body positively. Gaining an understanding of NO will help enormously when trying to implement it into a weight or strength training regime.
Nitric oxide is a gas that is naturally made within the body. It is directly responsible for opening up blood vessels to allow increased blood flow. When the body generates these molecules the blood vessels open wider and more blood is allowed to travel up to muscles, fibres and tissues. The more blood that is being delivered to these muscles and tissues means that there are more nutrients and amino acids also being carried to them. This surge feeds the muscles and it is with this information that is scientifically studied that the role of NO in bodybuilding becomes apparent.
The increased blood flow that nitric oxide provides is exactly what is needed for any strength training individual. The boost that this bodybuilding supplement provides allows for the increased blood flow of nutrient rich blood being transported to the relevant muscles. This atmosphere not only gives the muscles an extra boost it also increases stamina and strength that is required to develop stronger muscles.
There is one large drawback to using NO as a supplement. There is no set schedule for dosing instructions. Overdosing with nitric oxide is a possibility and can potentially cause stomach upset and weakness. An efficient dose of NO will provide the consumer with opposite results from an overdose making the signs and symptoms quite obvious. The only method to discover the right individual dosage of nitric oxide falls on each person who uses it. This method is called 'tolerance mapping' and is a simple process to follow.
Tolerance mapping to find the right dose of NO takes place over several weeks. The first week the bodybuilder begins with a small dosage and documents every side effect whether good or bad. This system is carried out for a few weeks by slightly increasing the dosage of nitric oxide every week after all side effects are taken into consideration. After several weeks the optimal dosage should become clear to the individual NO consumer. Remember the key to successful dosages of nitric oxide is to meticulously record the experiences during the tolerance-mapping phase.
NO is a great supplement to help strength train when used with caution and appropriate steps have been taken to avoid over dosing. You are now equipped with the knowledge that drives the nitric oxide supplement to work within the body so give it a try! Discover today what NO can do for you in increasing muscle strength and stamina.
Nitric oxide is a gas that is naturally made within the body. It is directly responsible for opening up blood vessels to allow increased blood flow. When the body generates these molecules the blood vessels open wider and more blood is allowed to travel up to muscles, fibres and tissues. The more blood that is being delivered to these muscles and tissues means that there are more nutrients and amino acids also being carried to them. This surge feeds the muscles and it is with this information that is scientifically studied that the role of NO in bodybuilding becomes apparent.
The increased blood flow that nitric oxide provides is exactly what is needed for any strength training individual. The boost that this bodybuilding supplement provides allows for the increased blood flow of nutrient rich blood being transported to the relevant muscles. This atmosphere not only gives the muscles an extra boost it also increases stamina and strength that is required to develop stronger muscles.
There is one large drawback to using NO as a supplement. There is no set schedule for dosing instructions. Overdosing with nitric oxide is a possibility and can potentially cause stomach upset and weakness. An efficient dose of NO will provide the consumer with opposite results from an overdose making the signs and symptoms quite obvious. The only method to discover the right individual dosage of nitric oxide falls on each person who uses it. This method is called 'tolerance mapping' and is a simple process to follow.
Tolerance mapping to find the right dose of NO takes place over several weeks. The first week the bodybuilder begins with a small dosage and documents every side effect whether good or bad. This system is carried out for a few weeks by slightly increasing the dosage of nitric oxide every week after all side effects are taken into consideration. After several weeks the optimal dosage should become clear to the individual NO consumer. Remember the key to successful dosages of nitric oxide is to meticulously record the experiences during the tolerance-mapping phase.
NO is a great supplement to help strength train when used with caution and appropriate steps have been taken to avoid over dosing. You are now equipped with the knowledge that drives the nitric oxide supplement to work within the body so give it a try! Discover today what NO can do for you in increasing muscle strength and stamina.
Importance of Vitamin on our lives
We all know that vitamins, like mineral, are very important part of function and good health of our body system. Many vitamins also serve individual purposes; the most usual way for vitamins to move properly is as cofactors in partnership with vitamins, minerals, nutrients and all other substances in our body such as enzymes. Some of the most vital processes take place in our body is result of Vitamins partnering with each other to reach certain affects, processes or all functions.
Two of the most basic and most powerful vitamin partnering with each other is group of eight vitamins, it makes up the nutritional powerhouses that are collectively called as Vitamin B complex and the group of three is known to be antioxidant vitamins. In addition to these, there are several varieties of other combinations as well of vitamins, which serve the essential purposes within the body for preserving health and enhancing function.
The vitamins, which makes Vitamin B complex has Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine), Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid or simply Folate), Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) and Biotin (Vitamin H). Vitamin B complex works on the overall body in terms of cognitive processes and emotional balance and stability in mind. Vitamin B complex is very essential for almost every function and process in our body.
The group of vitamins that is called as antioxidant group is made up of Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Vitamin A. Each of these vitamins carries their own power, which is serving individual essential purposes in our body. But they serve best when they combine their strengths thus serving as antioxidants. Their essential function is to rid the body of the cell and tissue damaging free radicals, which had been associated with different degenerative processes and diseases including the effects of the basic aging process and the declining abilities of the mind.
Nutritional supplements could make sure that your body has sufficient amount of the nutrients it needs to support these important partnerships. Attention to nutrition is one of the most significant things you could do for the overall health of mind and body.
Two of the most basic and most powerful vitamin partnering with each other is group of eight vitamins, it makes up the nutritional powerhouses that are collectively called as Vitamin B complex and the group of three is known to be antioxidant vitamins. In addition to these, there are several varieties of other combinations as well of vitamins, which serve the essential purposes within the body for preserving health and enhancing function.
The vitamins, which makes Vitamin B complex has Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine), Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid or simply Folate), Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) and Biotin (Vitamin H). Vitamin B complex works on the overall body in terms of cognitive processes and emotional balance and stability in mind. Vitamin B complex is very essential for almost every function and process in our body.
The group of vitamins that is called as antioxidant group is made up of Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Vitamin A. Each of these vitamins carries their own power, which is serving individual essential purposes in our body. But they serve best when they combine their strengths thus serving as antioxidants. Their essential function is to rid the body of the cell and tissue damaging free radicals, which had been associated with different degenerative processes and diseases including the effects of the basic aging process and the declining abilities of the mind.
Nutritional supplements could make sure that your body has sufficient amount of the nutrients it needs to support these important partnerships. Attention to nutrition is one of the most significant things you could do for the overall health of mind and body.
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