Fulfilled Life

Crisis As The Adventure Of A Lifetime! - Inspirational Article

2012-01-02T15:23:00.000+08:00

Crisis is painful, frightening, and difficult. None of us consciously invite crisis into our lives. We do not look forward to the next life threatening event to come our way. We have never received an invitation to celebrate a crisis in the life of one of our friends.

The news of a crisis brings feelings of sadness, fear, and regret. No one wants to face death, financial ruin, loss of a job, or a divorce. We do not wish these events on others.

Crisis is a two edged sword. It brings the destruction of life as we have known it. It threatens our status quo, creating chaos where there was once stability. It challenges our beliefs and response patterns. It pushes our ability to cope. But crisis always brings opportunity for something new to develop from the ruins of our old way of life. Its pain is like the contractions of labor; almost too much to bear, yet easily forgotten with the joy of a new birth.

Crisis offers many hidden benefits to those who accept the challenge to transform in the face of disaster. It gives you the opportunity to shift directions and make important changes in your life. As people re-evaluate the meaning of life during their crisis, they often discover their life mission, giving them a greater sense of direction and purpose.

Sometimes people in crisis will find an inner strength they never knew existed. Some people learn to tap into their inner guidance for day to day direction. Others find they are given the opportunity to re-evaluate core beliefs that had negatively affected their experiences of life.

Crisis invites you to experience and release old fears. In the face of death or annihilation people have the opportunity to consciously choose life, often for the very first time. Most people find a deeper connection to God or the creative force of the Universe. Many people develop a profound sense of trust, knowing there is someone or something larger than themselves that is watching over them.

Crisis is an opportunity, not a certainty. You can choose to take advantage of the energy in crisis or you can surrender to the feelings of despair and hopelessness. The adventure begins when you choose to accept the challenge and use the circumstances in your life to grow. This painful, sometimes devastating situation is only a stepping stone to something far greater than you ever imagined.

I have heard many stories of people who have accepted the challenge, transforming their lives in the midst of crisis. These people are not special. They are ordinary human beings just like you. If they can transform in the face of crisis, so can you.

LOVE AS I SEE IT

2011-08-25T11:48:00.005+08:00

This photo was taken two years ago during summer at Hyde Park, London. Tam Tam and Jake are best friends. They enjoy playing in the meadow full of dandelion flowers. As you can see they are picking those wild flowers. After picking they happily gave the flowers to their Mum’s. Tam Tam and Jake are both four years old. At such a young age they are already aware that giving flowers express their love. Seeing each other and playing together build the love and friendship. Anywhere in the world giving flower expresses love.

This is my entry to “Love as I see it". A project of www.islandrose.net flowers Philippines.

Written and photographed by: Fe Agonia

Who is the best Philosopher?

2011-05-14T11:50:00.002+08:00

The 1st one got three and he gave one, the 2nd got two and he gave one, the 3rd got one and he gave one, lastly, the 4th got nothing but wished to give one.

From the above scenario, respondents never anticipated the 1st and 2nd philosophers because they gave something in excess of what they have. The choices remained from the last two philosophers. Respondents almost commented even. Some explained that the 3rd is the best because he gave his all. Others said, the 4th is the best because he has nothing but very kind to give one.

Honestly speaking, the 4th philosopher is just the same of 1st and 2nd philosophers. Why? In spite of nothingness, he wished to give one. Human beings, easily utter something in good fate because the situation never affects him. But once the luck is with him, a single centavo weighs. Therefore, it’s only saying or a word, nothing is sincere.

The best among them is the 3rd philosopher. He never thinks of himself but the needy. No matter what the consequences, the idea is to offer of what he had even though it costs his life. Godly spirit is with him and it gives moral support to anybody that wishes to live his life to the fullest.

Awesome facts about some foods and drinks

2010-10-20T10:01:00.001+08:00

I have quite a few things to do for a couple of weeks. The reason why I can’t post here regularly. Sorry guys! Actually my daughter is not used to live with me. She lives with my parents in our province. But this time, my girl is around, so I’m lucky enough. But wait, she doesn’t have a sitter or someone who will take care of her. Well, my husband doesn’t have an office work right now but he’s kind of hands full. He needs to patch up a bunch of things.

Anyway, while browsing some useful apps in my iPhone, I stumbled across at my favorite app about facts in life.

Awesome facts about some foods and drinks

Approximately 850 peanuts make an 18 oz jar of peanut butter.
Approximately two gallons of water are used to brush your teeth.
Bananas contain a natural chemical which can make a person happy. This same chemical is found in Prozac.
Bananas trees are not really trees. They are considered to be giant herb plants.
Black pepper is the most popular spice in the world.
Blueberries have more antioxidants than any other fruit or vegetables.
An apple, potato, and onion all taste the same if you eat them with your nose plugged. They all taste sweet.
An egg shell can have up to 17,000 tiny pores on its surface. An egg that is fresh will sink in water, but a stale one won’t.
After chocolate and vanilla, orange is considered the world’s most favorite flavor.
Alcohol beverages have all 13 minerals necessary for human life.
All the Krispy Kreme donut stores collectively could make a doughnut stack as high as the Empire State Building in only 2 minutes.
Caffeine is the world’s most popular stimulant.
Japanese research had concluded that moderate drinking can boost IQ levels.
Ketchup originated in China as a pickled fish called ke-tsiap.

Really funny story about the two Nuns!

2010-09-24T13:54:00.001+08:00

Why we should need humor in our life? We need humor and inject it into our lives otherwise; we will end up losing our drive and motivation. Without humor our lives would be much more stressful, dull and lacking the luster of a little fun. Our daily lives are stress filled and sometimes mundane. Humor does what no other medicine can do for us. It makes life livable. Life should be like a birthday present that we have anticipated and life is something that we should all be excited about. "Keep your sense of humor. There's enough stress in the rest of your life to let bad shots ruin a game you're supposed to enjoy."

Here's the funny story about the two Nuns

There were two nuns.. One of them was known as Sister Mathematical (SM), and the other one was known as Sister Logical (SL). It is getting dark and they are still far away from the convent.

SM: Have you noticed that a man has been following us for the past thirty-eight and a half minutes? I wonder what he wants.
SL: It's logical. He wants to rape us.
SM: Oh, no! At this rate he will reach us in 15 minutes at the most! What can we do?
SL: The only logical thing to do of course is to walk faster.
SM: It's not working.
SL: Of course it's not working. The man did the only logical thing. He started to walk faster, too.
SM: So, what shall we do? At this rate he will reach us in one minute.
SL: The only logical thing we can do is split. You go that way and I'll go this way. He cannot follow us both.

So the man decided to follow Sister Logical. Sister Mathematical arrives at the convent and is worried about what has happened to Sister Logical. Then Sister Logical arrives.

SM: Sister Logical! Thank God you are here! Tell me what happened!
SL: The only logical thing happened. The man couldn't follow us both, so he followed me
SM: Yes, yes! But what happened then?
SL: The only logical thing happened. I started to run as fast as I could and he started to run as fast as he could.
SM: And?
SL: The only logical thing happened. He reached me.
SM: Oh, dear! What did you do?
SL: The only logical thing to do. I lifted my dress up.
SM: Oh, Sister! What did the man do?
SL: The only logical thing to do. He pulled down his pants.
SM: Oh, no! What happened then?
SL: Isn't it logical, Sister?
SM: ???!!?!?!?
SL: A nun with her dress up can run faster than a man with his pants down.

Laugh, live and move on! "Always laugh when you can. It is cheap medicine." ~Lord Byron

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My friend's dreams in life

2010-09-18T17:01:00.000+08:00

Have you ever dream of living like a princess or a queen? or how about like winning on sweepstakes or lotto? Dreaming is free so everyone has its own dreams. We have inner thoughts and many ideas in life. It can be possible or easy to achieve or just like the stories in the fairy tales. But, there are also true-to-life stories that they didn't dreamed of something, but it just happened that one day, they became rich or well-known personality.

Fulfillment in life doesn't mean you're not allowed to dream. Let me share to you some of my friend's dreams in life. I often heard this dreams from them and I can say that they have common dreams (to be rich and money… money… money…?) sigh!

• You write your own check every single week!
• You can spend more time with loved ones and friends!
• Pay off your debt!
• Go on vacation whenever you feel like it!
• Quit your job and quit making everyone else rich!
• Work from anywhere and at anytime!
• Spend more time doing what you actually enjoy!
• Invest money into other ventures!
• Get that sports car you always wanted!
• Forget about the recession and not stress about money!

How about you? Why don't you share it with us?

Random "crazy or cool facts about life"

2010-09-16T13:52:00.000+08:00

Every night before I sleep, I used to open my iPhone and read updates of my friends in my facebook, twitter and email accounts. My phone has many important apps but there is only one app that gave me such an unforgettable impressions on things and facts about life.

Actually, some of them are really strange and its up to if you gonna believe them. The reason why I wanna share it with you too. There are thousands of them and here are some of my favorites:

Mosquitoes are attracted to people who have recently eaten bananas.
The reason why bubble gum is pink is because the inventor only had pink colouring left. Ever since then, the colour of bubble gum has been predominantly pink.
Bill Gates donated close to $100 million to fight AIDS in India. As a percent of his total wealth, this would be comparable to him donating ten cents if he only had $60.
A baby kangaroo is called a joey. ( There is no kangaroo here in the Philippines, and I only knew about this when I was in college)
According to scientific studies, a rat's performance in a maze can be improved by playing music written by Mozart.
7-Eleven is the largest retail chain in the world.
In 1990, the world's largest McDonald's opened in Moscow, which could seat 900 people.
Olives, which grow on trees, were first cultivated 5,000 years ago in Syria.
The biggest cause of matrimonal fighting is money.
Venus is the only planet that rotates clockwise.
People with darker skin will not wrinkle as fast as people with lighter skin.
The sensitivity of a woman's middle finger is reduced during menstruation.
The purpose of tonsils is to destroy foreign substances that are swallowed or breathed in.
A bird 'chews' with its stomach.
The female pigeon cannot lay eggs if she is alone. In order for her ovaries to function, she must be able to see another pigeon.
Ants don't sleep.
"Dreamt" is teh only English word that ends in the letters "mt".
Only male fireflies can fly.
99% of people cannot lick their elbow.
Nearly 30% of female lottery winners hide their winning ticket in their bras.

Which of the above fact/s is/are your most favorite?

Most important Body Part

2010-08-19T14:20:00.000+08:00

The most important body part is your shoulder. It's not because it holds up our head but because it can hold the head of a friend or a loved one when they cry. Everybody needs a shoulder to cry on sometime in our life. We need enough love and friends that we will always have a shoulder to cry on when we need it.

People may forget what you said. People will forget what you did. But people will NEVER forget how you made them feel.

Random Cool Facts about Arts and Literature

2010-08-17T15:45:00.000+08:00

The name of the award given to honor the best sites on the Internet is called “The Webby Award”
TIME magazine’s Man of the Year for 1982 was the computer.
The most popular recipient of Valentine Cards are school teachers.
Leonardo Da Vinci never signed or dated his famous painting, the Mona Lisa.
The color blue has a calming effect. It causes the brain to release calming hormones.
Mona Lisa has no eyebrows in Leonardo da Vinci’s painting. During that time, a woman was considered more beautiful if she shaved here eyebrows.
The colors yellow, red, and orange are used in fast food restaurants because those are the colors that stimulate hunger.
The word Karate means, “empty hand.”
There are about 6,800 languages in the world.

Random Cool Facts #1

2010-08-17T09:38:00.000+08:00

6% of men propose over the telephone
In Africa, pregnant and lactating women are able to satisfy the nutritional needs of their bodies by eating clay!
Coffee drinkers have sex more frequently than non-coffee drinkers.
Tomatoes were originally thought to be poisonous.
Rats can tell the difference between two human languages.

Stay cool during crisis

2009-10-10T12:07:00.000+08:00

Staying cool in a crisis might benefit heart health. A US study discovered that people who keep problems in perspective experience an increase in levels of 'good' high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, which helps to keep arteries clear of fatty deposits. The research asked 716 men with an average age of 65 to rate how often they used certain coping strategies in stressful situations. After an overnight fast, their blood was tested for HDL and LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol.
It was expected that a hostile response to stress would raise levels of 'bad' LDL cholesterol, but these were unaffected. What the study did show was a positive conseguence of self-control, suggesting emotional stability has protective effects.

Awards from Blogging

2009-10-01T10:08:00.000+08:00

Thank you so much to Ate Levy for giving me these awards, I really appreciate it.

This is my third time that I received blog awards from my co-blogger. Blogging for me can be so fun, and it relieves stress, I've got more friends on line, learned new things and more especially I earned dollars.

The first one is "All My Friendship" Award.

The second one is the "You Cheer Me Up Award".

and the last one is this "Loyal Friend and Visitor Award".

I want to pass these awards to all my friends. You are free to grab these awards. Smile... :-)

You're the 1 Goldilocks Event

2009-09-11T13:17:00.000+08:00

I’ve recently opened the Nuffnang Philipines’ website and I noticed their latest post about You’re the 1 Goldilocks event on August 7, 2009, held at Fully Booked, Bonifacio High Street. The post contains the list of blog contest winners and their photos including the photos of host, “Mr. Juddha Paolo” and their guest hunky Goldilocks endorser, “Dingdong Dantes”. Unfortunately, I did not come at this special event for some important reasons. The next day, my officemate and blogger friend messaged me at Facebook saying I was one of the finalists with Php 2,500 Gift Certificates award. At first I didn’t believe them until I found out some lists of the winners posted in other blogs. After a few days, one of the officers from Goldilocks called me up asking how they can send to me the Gift Certificates. I was so happy upon hearing that and I can’t wait to use the Gift Certificates. Thank you so much Goldilocks! You’re really the 1. By the way my winning post is here.

If you want to see the complete details of the said event, please visit the Nuffnang Website.

Images source: Nuffnang.com.ph

Avoid catching A(H1N1) virus

2009-07-08T11:00:00.000+08:00

This current virus is a new subtype of influenza A(H1N1) that is not previously detected in swine or humans, and it spreads by human-to-human transmission. The symptoms are similar to seasonal flu like nasal congestion, cough and sore throat, fever, body aches, headache, chills, fatigue. So, how do we avoid it? We should stay in good health so that our body is strong enough to fight the virus. We should have enough sleep every day, eat fruits and vegetables, we drink plenty of water or fluids, manage stress, and avoid close contact with other people who are sick.

Love food but want to lose weight?

2009-07-07T09:55:00.000+08:00

If you love food but want to lose weight, then:

Eat more...

Fresh and steamed vegetables but go easy on sauces and salad dressings.
Whole grains like cooked cereals, brown rice, whole-grain breads, pasta.
Tubers and other vegetables-potatoes, yams, squash, and all kinds of beans, lentils, and peas.
Fresh, whole fruits.

Eat less...

Refined, processed, and concentrated foods. They are high in calories and price and low in nutrients and fiber.
Nuts, meats, and rich dairy products. While these foods are nutritious they have little fiber and are very high in fat and calories. Meats and cheeses, for instance, are 60-80 percent fat.

What else you can do?

Drink plenty of water everyday. Try herb teas, mineral water or just plain water.
If you feel bored, frustrated, or lonely, go for a walk, drink a glass of water, read a book, call a supportive friend. Or, you can feast on natural foods like semi-frozen grapes, juicy melons, or crunchy carrot sticks.

Losing (or Gaining) One Pound in a week

2009-07-02T10:00:00.000+08:00

What does it take to lose or gain a pound? In simple numbers, it takes 3,500 calories.

If through a modified diet and exercise you cut 500 calories each day, at the end of a week you'll have lost one pound.

Of course, if you eat 500 calories more than you expend each day, you'll gain one pound in a week.

Here are some ways to whittle away calories:
♦ Eat smaller portions. If you cut your portion size of red meat from eight ounces to three ounces, you'll save 250 to 300 calories. A three ounce serving of meat is about the
size of a deck of cards.
♦ Choose healthful cooking methods. Simply choosing a different cooking method can save you 100 to 300 calories. More healthful methods include baking, broiling, grilling, poaching, roasting and steaming foods. Preparation methods to cut back on include frying, sauteing, roasting, braising and breading foods.
♦ Increase your activity level. Add some moderate physical activity to your day. The following activities burn off about 150 calories: gardening for 30 to 45 minutes, walking two miles in 30 minutes, bicycling five miles in 30 minutes, washing and waxing a car for 45 to 60 minutes.

via: health and home

You’re the 1, Goldilocks!

2009-06-25T15:06:00.000+08:00

Every time we had a family reunion and get together, sitting in a big and round dining table is the best and the most enjoyable thing for us. Our favorite meals from rice, viand to desserts are well-prepared by our Mom. Each member of the family is ready to munch the food in order to delight our craving. I also remember my little younger brother rushing to consume his rice because he wanted to be the first to eat the Goldilocks cake and salad. Dessert time is also a moment for our laughter and telling our unforgettable stories. I will share to you one of the most romantic story told by our Dad.

"It was early 90s when I experienced heavy rains that flooded Metro Manila. We're riding on a bus that time heading to our province. From bus terminal in Lawton, for only about an hour, we're stranded somewhere in San Andres due to flood. Unexpectedly, we stayed there, hour after hour. Inside the bus, everybody seems so noisy, chatting each other with different stories. To make the time out of boredom. I decided to look for somebody with sense of humor. Of course, I had seen one. But how do I will start to know her? Having a good idea, I started to break the silence.

Miss, you looked-like my cousin, I said to the girl. Really? She replied. Yes, you are, I answered. The girl said, it’s an old style technique. I knew already your next questions. You will ask me about my name, from where I am, my age and the likes, isn't it? Anyway, we’ve been talking smoothly and seemed known each other for quite sometimes.

We compromised to see each other the next Saturday afternoon when we return to Manila. The date was set and we’ve waited that date with excitement. Means of communication those days were very hard. The day came and I called her through phone. She was already home waiting for my call. At last, we’ve seen each other again. Smiles with enthusiasm and feeling of trust had been established to both of us. We decided to watch the movies. Inside the movie house, I became the best man for her. I respected her in everyway. I had proven to her, how gentleman I am. After the movies, we walked along the street. Not even holding hands. While walking, here comes something in my mind. It’s the right time to tell her what I feel. Baby, I had something to tell you, I said. Okay, come on and tell me, she said. I replied, I think this is not the proper place to talk about that. Let’s find a better place, okay. Come on.

Only for a distant, we decided to be inside Goldilocks, Pasong Tamo. From that corner table, I started to propose. Frankly speaking, I’m sure about myself that I am beginning to like and love her. And I asked her, do you feel the same? I guess so, she answered. Well, both of us tonight were very happy and the only witness to this vow is the piece of GOLDILOCK’S CAKE place on top of this table. From now on, we will start the history of our love and hopefully it will last forever.

YOU ARE THE ONE, GOLDILOCKS because you provide us that CORNER TABLE SPACE, where a wonderful, thoughtful and everlasting LOVE was born."

How to Remember What You Usually Forget

2009-06-17T10:40:00.000+08:00

Names – When you meet someone, repeat that person’s name aloud as soon as you can. Say, “Nice to meet you, Jack.” Then look closely at him and repeat his name silently to yourself 10 times.

Numbers – Break long numbers down into meaningful chunks. For instance, a checking account number 1048630, is easier to remember if you think of it as 10:48 (time for midmorning break) and 6:30 (dinnertime).

Shopping lists -Visualize your house with a giant version of each item in various rooms: a huge egg in the kitchen, a big loaf of bread in the bedroom, etc. When shopping, mentally scan your house to recall your list.

Household chores and errands – Don’t try to remember that you must mail a letter. Instead place the letter near the door so you will see it as you leave.
Mnemonics and acronyms – Make up a verse or phrase to remember facts. For example, a well known acronym is ROY G. BIV. They stand for the colors of the rainbow (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet).

Visualize – A mental image is a picture you make up that includes the information you want to remember. Making up images is a very good way to learn and to recall. For instance, if you park your car in spot 4B, think of four bananas.

Write it down – In a survey of memory experts, their top technique for not forgetting was the simplest-makes notes. Writing forces you to focus your attention and also provides a backup in case your memory fails. Some people recall the appearance of the note, and then they remember the items on it.

The Healthy Way to Loss Weight

2009-06-05T10:32:00.000+08:00

Eat foods that promote good health (nuts, fruits, grains, and vegetables). Medical literature today supports the superiority of a vegetarian diet to one high in animal protein.

Avoid foods high in saturated fats. Eliminate refined carbohydrates from the diet. Eat complex carbohydrates such as soy proteins, beans, bran, apples, etc.
Caffeine, a central nervous system stimulant, should be eliminated from your diet. Instead of coffee, tea, and sodas, drink eight glasses of water per day. It is healthier and cheaper.
Eat the right portions at the right time. Your heaviest meal should be at breakfast. Lunch and dinner should be light meals.
Exercise. The best form of exercise is the cheapest-walking. With patience, perseverance, and determination, the long-term management of obesity can be achieved.

Donating Blood Is a Lifesaving Act

2009-06-04T09:08:00.001+08:00

Have you ever donated your blood? I remembered my father-in-law is always telling my husband to donate a blood. He says that donating blood have many advantages. According to an excerpt from the brochure of Philippine National Red Cross Blood Proram, a healthy Filipino has 16-18 glasses of blood. Donating 250-450 cc. (approximately one glass) will not cause any weakness or ill effects.

Giving blood will not take up too much of your time-the whole process just takes 30 minutes.

Be a lifesaver and donate to the Philippine National Red Cross.

Advantages of Giving Blood

When a person donates blood, his bone marrow is stimulated to produce new red blood cells and makes his blood-forming orgnas unction more effectively. The young cells generated wil mean more effective and active cells. In the same way that a car works better after a "change oil," donating blood will make a perso feel better. A healthy person can donate blood every three months with no ill effects.
A Red Cross donor is given a Blood Donor Card. With this card, the donor will be given priority based on stock availability, in case of blood needs. The Blood Donor Card is transferrable to family members and friends, and has no expiration date.
Prospective donors who submit themselves to the procedure will be examined by a physician for free. Donors will also know their blood type and know whether they are anemic or not. Donors will be informed of diseases seen in the blood as a result of the screening tests.

Tips for proper food storage

2009-05-22T23:12:00.000+08:00

Have you noticed that some fruit hardens and there is rarely any juice left when you put them inside the fridge for a few days? or have you noticed also that leafy veggies tend to dry up easily outside the refrigerator but wilt when refrigerated?
Here are some simple tips to avoid it:

Check if your refrigerator's temperature is from 34F to 40F, and no warmer. Storing any kind of food inside the ref that is warmer that 40F will definitely spoil faster.
Overstuffing causes poor cold air circulation, leading to spoilage.
Vegetables and fruits should be kept in the vegetable drawer. The humidity in this storage area is enough to keep them fresher and longer.
Only leafy greens need washing before refrigeration, but these must be thoroughly and loosely wrapped in a plastic or cloth bag.

Aromatherapy Salad

2009-05-18T16:45:00.000+08:00

Aromatherapy doesn't just mean a special type of massage. The benefits of this wonderful treatment come from a combination of touch and smell. This mood-boosting salad assaults your olfactory senses with the pungency of onion and the heavy, sweet scent of basil. You'll hardly have to eat it to feel better.

6 ripe organic tomatoes, the freshest and the best you can buy
1 large red onion
1 generous bunch of fresh basil
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper
Chunks of crusty, organic wholemeal bread

Wash and thinly slice the tomatoes.
Peel and thinly slice the onion.
Wash and dry the basil.
Layer the tomato and onion in a fairly large shallow dish.
Pour on the olive oil.
Tear the basil into small pieces and sprinkle over the top.
Season with the pepper.
Serve with the bread, making sure you leave a bit left over to mop up the succulent mixture of oil and tomato juices.

How did we start celebrating Mother's Day?

2009-05-11T10:28:00.000+08:00

In 1907 Miss Anna Jarvis of West Virginia asked guests to wear a white carnation to the church service on the anniversary of her mother's death. But Mother's Day became increasingly commercial, and Miss Jarvis spent the rest of her life trying to restore its simplicity. The strain of her efforts to stop Mother's Day and what it had become led her to an insane asylum, where she died alone in 1948.

Things To Do When You're Bored!

2009-05-07T13:48:00.000+08:00

Besides eating, you can do some useful and effective ways to take away bordome or when your life gets weary.

MID-AFTERNOON SLUMP

Make A Plan It may seem like an odd move, but it's best to plan your dinner during an afternoon break, says Suzanne Farrell, a spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association. "Most people have trouble with dinner. If you don't have a plan when you come in the door, you're likely to eat whatever's in sight."
Play Games Online games keep your hands busy and away from food. No computer access? Work on a crossword puzzle.
Tea Up Have a big cup of tea.

LATE-NIGHT CRAVINGS

Do Some Hands-on Pampering Give yourself a manicure to keep your hands distracted. Or make a homemade face mask: Mash half a banana, then mix in two tablespoons of yogurt and one tablespoon honey. Apply to your face, let it work its magic, then rinse off after 15 minutes.
Picture This Create an online photo album to share with family and friends.
Sew Simple Keep little sewing projects nearby when you're watching your favorite shows. Knitting works well too.

LAZY WEEKENDS

Get Out "If you don't have any plans, sticking around the house will make you eat all day," says Farrell. Get out of the house and take a walk.
Make It Over Get up and rearrange your furniture for a quick room do-over. Or try perking up your bookshelf by rearranging books by color.
Organize Tackle a small organizing project—towels in the closet, files, shoes—anything other than the pantry.
Be Animal-friendly Take the dog for a walk and get in some good exercise, or brush the cat to keep your hands busy. When all else fails, let the cat fall asleep on your lap so you can't get up and go to the fridge!

Manny collects $2 million per minute

2009-05-04T12:07:00.000+08:00

Based on his guaranteed winnings of 12$ million, Manny Pacquiao technically earned $2 million per minute for his two-round demolition of Ricky Hatton at MGM Grand.

It was the first time he received a guaranteed purse of $12 million, and he stands to earn a couple more on the giant pay-per-view sales that should come in a week or two from now.

Pacquiao’s guaranteed purse is equivalent to P576 million and if one pushes through with the dollar-per-round earnings, it means he earned more or less P96 million for every minute or P16 million per second.

"Manny Pacquiao is indeed the greatest fighter ever."

Being thankful can be good for your health

2009-04-30T15:50:00.000+08:00

Research has shown that people who write lists of things they're grateful for, spend more time exercising and sleep better prove to have a good health. "Gratitude is like putting on a new pair of glasses," says Charles Shelton, a psychologist at Regis University. "We see things in different ways." Like exercise, gratitude has to become a habit to work. And like exercise, it gets easier. Try it: Keep a journal, pray or meditate. Write what you're grateful for on index cards and toss them in a blessings jar to read over when you're blue. Or put the jar on the dinner table to spread your gratitude and good health.

Tools to determine website credibility

2009-04-27T16:41:00.000+08:00

I was reading the Philippine Star newspaper when I came across at their business section. According to the news, researchers based in Austria are working on tools that can quickly determine if a website is credible. One of the team's researcher says that they need to to this due to increased growth of user-generated content blogs. They will develop a program that will analyze blogs and automatically ranks them as either "highly credible," "average credible" or "little credible."

Japanese researchers are also developing a program that mines the Web for a variety of viewpoints on an issue and then presents them to Internet surfers together with supporting evidence as part of a "statement map" that makes it clear how the different opinions are related. Japanese researcher says, he believe that "statement maps" can help users come to conclusions about the reliability of a website.

According to Microsoft, "the number of websites available worldwide has risen from just 500 as recently as 1994 to tens of millions today".

One of the most popular websites today is Wikipedia, the online encyclopedia which uses open-source software that lets anyone reading a subject entry to edit it, a feature which has raised doubts about its credibility.

Cebu

2009-04-24T21:43:00.000+08:00

Some of my friends are recommending Cebu if we are going to spend a vacation. My sister had been staying there for more than a year and obviously she loves Cebu. Here are some beautiful insights about Cebu.

First horizons - Once you get out of Mactan Airport, you know that you have arrived when you pass the magnificent Mandaue - Mactan Bridge.
Role-play - There are many "firsts" in Cebu: the first street in the country (Colon Street), the first tri-bastion fort (Fort San Pedro). Don't merely walk at the Lapu-lapu Monument or the Magellan's Cross - feel it; breathe it. Then go ahead: share in some history and pose for a picture.
Think epic - Hire a taxi for a day and then take in the amazing sites from temples, churches and gardens to coves, marvelous shores and great views from the surrounding hills. Olango Island has witnessed great battles and a nation's beginnings. Even bird migration is of epic proportions.
Recess - Satisfy your stomach with Cebu’s local foods and delicacies.
Beach bathing - Whether you ponder your troubles or throw your cares to the wind, there's always a perfect beach resort in Cebu where you can do one or the other - or even both. Try the northern tip of the island or the south-west coast for some spectacular sun worship.
Luxurious living - If you can afford to splurge, live it up in one of the many five-star hotels scattered around the island. The Hilton Cebu Resort and Spa or the Shangri-La’s Mactan Island and Resort feature splendid facilities that leave nothing to be desired.

Beat the heat this summer!

2009-04-20T12:04:00.000+08:00

img src: wikipedia

You can feel the very hot temperature today as if you wanted to stay in an air conditioned room 24/7. Drink those cool refreshments over and over again. Or sometimes my friend thought that what if she stay inside the refrigerator for a while. Ooh! That's a silly idea. lol! We are finding ways to beat the heat this summer like staying at the beach. Why do most tourists choose the Boracay in Kalibo as their favorite destination during summer?

Activities - Go trekking or mountain-biking past quaint villages, and catch your breath along the edges of dramatic rocky cliffs. Alternatively, take a snorkel and go exploring underwater.
Adventurous eats - As the gateway to Boracay, Kalibo is a magnet for people from all over the world, therefore, as a result, the food is cosmopolitan.
Beach bounty – Take a ferry to the world-famous party island of Boracay to get caught between facilities galore and the deep blue sea. There are water sports, beach volleyball, MTV, discos, parties all night long – or simply enjoy over 300 facilities sprouting along the shore.

Travel and leisure 1

2009-04-17T17:49:00.000+08:00

Have you been in these places? I browsed in some magazines and over the internet to look for some interesting and beautiful places in the Philippines. A place to spend an unforgettable holiday experience especially this summer.

CLARK

The Stuff of Legend - Once the bastion of American military might, the wrath of Mount Pinatubo returned it to Filipino hands. Now it is a special economic zone that features world-class leisure and entertainment, Clark is the center of tourism and trade in Central Luzon.
Remnants of the Past - The American "glory days" are strongly in evidence and provide a unique setting for dining and commerce.
Fusion Food - Sample som Kapampangan cuisine along with food served in American-style diners.

PUERTO PRINCESA

Crocodile farm - Visit the Irawan Crocodile Farming Institute, where crocodiles are bred and studied. For some serious action, come at feeding time, around mid-afternoon.
Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park - At 8.2km, this is the longest navigable underground river in the world, although only 2km are open to the public. It's a two-hour bumpy ride, but the rewards are spectacular: stalagmites and stalactites.
Mangroves and forest - The beautiful nature park surrounding the underground river is home to rare birds, monitor lizards and wily monkeys.
Vietnamese Village restaurant - only a few refugee families live here now, but this serves great food and snack.

photo src: travelblog.org, koolbirks.com

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2009-04-12T12:05:00.000+08:00

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Why do we need to sleep?

2009-04-03T14:11:00.000+08:00

We know the consequences of poor sleep and we know that we all need it. But the actual reasons behind sleep are still largely unknown. We do know that our bodies perform several functions during sleep: our skin cells recuperate and renew themselves, and a growth hormone increases during the night, which is why it’s so important children get enough sleep.

Sleep has five stages. We drift off into stages one and two and experience deep slumber during stages three and four. The final stage is rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, characterized by vivid dreams. We’ll complete four to six cycles of all the sleep stages every night.

10 Ways to Beat Insomnia
Dr Peter Venn, lead clinician and consultant anaesthetist at the Queen Vistoria Hospital’s sleep Disorder Centre, East Grinstead England, says:

Relax before going to bed. Try a warm bath with Dead Sea salts to relax your muscles.
Avoid eating heavy meals before bedtime, particularly if you know that you suffer from indigestion. Instead, opt for meals which contain the amino acid L-tryptopan. These include warm milk, eggs, cottage cheese, chicken, turkey and nuts.
Try chamomile or fennel tea. Both contain natural soothing ingredients that may help you to sleep.
Avoid drinking alcohol before bedtime. One glass of wine is OK, but any more and you may find your sleep pattern disrupted.
Do some exercise. Studies show that people who have physical jobs sleep better than those who have a more sedentary lifestyle. Try some yoga, a 30-minute walk or some stretches – but not immediately before bedtime.
Sleep on your back. It’s the best side for relaxing and allows your organs to rest properly. But, if you have indigestion or have just eaten then lie on your right side as this aids digestion.
Try 5-HTP. This is a naturally occurring amino acid, which has had some success when treating depression, suppressing appetite and also encouraging a restful night’s sleep.
Consider products containing hops. These are nature’s sedative. Just think how tired you feel after a beer!
Lavender essential oils can be useful. Either add a few drops to your bath, or sprinkle a couple onto your pillow or a handkerchief.
Empty your bladder before going to bed. It may seem obvious, but waking up for a loo visit is one of the main reasons for waking up during the night and as a consequence, being unable to get back to sleep.

Source: Healthy magazine

Summer vacation

2009-04-01T22:45:00.000+08:00

Has summer vacation ever snuck up on you? You wake up one morning realizing you don't have to get ready for school for the next two or three months. You jump out of bed ready to explode into your summer vacation, but you're not sure where to start.

Oh sure, you have plans for the summer. You plan to visit your relatives, spend a few days at your best friend's home, go to the beach, and learn to sew. On top of all this, you plan to get a job.

You have all these goals, but no concrete ideas how to achieve them. Now is the time to start making concrete plans for your summer goals if you don't want to waste your first few weeks of vacation. Here are some tips:

First, write down all you want to accomplish over the summer months. Write down your trip plans, your recreation plans, your employment plans and your savings goals. Some of your goals may require a lot of planning. A job, for example. Now is the time to decide where you would like to work or what type of work you would like to do. It's not too early to start applying for summer employment. Make appointments to visit the personnel directors and managers of businesses in your area. Let them know you are looking for a summer job and that you will be available for work as soon as the school year is over. Give them a specific date. Until you get a job, keep in touch with the people you have talked to. Don't become pushy, just familiar and friendly. Most employers will be impressed with your foresight. By applying early, you may find yourself a week or two ahead of your classmates in getting a job. You will also have a better selection of jobs. Once your job is established, it's much easier to plan all the other things you want to do. Schedule these activities to take place throughout the summer so you don't end up with nothing to do (or too much to do) the last couple weeks of vacation.

If you want a successful summer, start planning now.

Importance of papaya

2009-03-26T21:05:00.000+08:00

Nutritionally, the papaya is very important in developing countries, as it fruits year-round and is rich in vitamin C. Papaya is also an excellent source of betacarotene, which the body converts to vitamin A. One fruit will give you twice your requirement of vitamin C and almost a third of vitamin A, so papayas boost immunity and are good for the skin and mucus membranes.

Their most important constituent is an enzyme known as papain, which improves digestion. This natural chemical is extracted and dried to a powder that is used by industry as a meat tenderizer. Traditional medicine men of the South American Mayans used the sticky latex, the juice and fruit as herbal medicines, and it's still common in South America to wrap meat in papaya leaves before cooking to produce tender and delicious dishes.

The leaves are also used to improve wound healing, leg ulcers and for the treatment of boils in traditional medicine. And even the seeds are useful. Next time you eat one, save the seeds and add them to olive oil, vinegar and pickles for a unique and very different spicy flavour.

Papayas are wonderful for children and make great-tasting smoothies. Halve and deseed the fruit, scoop the flesh into a blender, add a small carton of yogurt and a cup of milk and whiz until smooth and creamy. For adults, whiz with a little water and mix half-and-half with Champagne.

Canned papaya is widely available, but it is nutritionally poor compared to the fresh fruit. Most of the vitamin C and more than half the betacarotene are lost during the processing.

Photos originally uploaded by MarkFe

Foods for stamina and energy

2009-03-19T21:44:00.000+08:00

Complex carbohydrates are those that release their sugars slowly so you get a steady drip of energy into the bloodstream over several hours. Good carbs to include are oats, sugar-free muesli, brown rice, quinoa, millet and buckwheat. While wholewheat pasta and bread are better than their white counterparts, try not to rely too much on wheat. Look for oatcakes, rye bread, hemp pasta, buckwheat pasta and sprouted grain breads as alternatives.
Fresh fruits are also a great, ready-to-eat energy food. Alternatively, whizz up a few of your favorite fruits into a smoothie.
Nuts and seeds are great for keeping blood sugar levels stable as they contain a combination of protein, fibre and essential fats. The essential fats are needed for many body functions including hormone balance, brain function, cell membranes and skin, hair and nails.

Photos are originally uploaded by markfe

Healing Effects of Ginger

2009-03-16T22:09:00.000+08:00

I always used ginger when I'm cooking fish and meat. It is also a warming, antiseptic spice widely used in the East. It is considered one of the most important remedies, and traditional Chinese herbalists use some of the non-edible forms for the relief of arthritis, rheumatism and other inflammatory pains. Ginger is the best of all remedies for the prevention of travel sickness and early morning sickness in pregnancy. It's not only completely safe for children, mothers-to-be and the baby in the womb, but clinical trials have shown that it works even better than the normal prescription drugs.

It's effective against coughs, colds, bronchitis and sore throats, and half an inch of fresh ginger grated into hot water, lemon juice and honey as a bedtime drink is a perfect treatment for a cold.

As a nausea remedy, you can buy ginger tea-bags, but making your own tastes better and is very simple. Peel and grate half an inch of ginger root into a cup. Add boiling water, cover and stand for ten minutes. Strain, add a teaspoon of honey and sip slowly. For colds, flu or simply to ginger up body and mind, just add the juice of half a lemon.

Most exciting of all are the latest American studies which show that ginger extracts are just as good for the treatment of arthritis as the standard anti-inflammatory drugs - without any of their dangerous side effects.

Is sitting a pain in the neck?

2009-03-13T21:24:00.000+08:00

Warning: Sitting can be hazardous to your health… sitting incorrectly, that is. Any chiropractor will tell you that shoulder, neck and especially back problems can occur from continually sitting incorrectly.

The key to good posture is symmetry of the body. If your limbs are positioned symmetrically, your muscles will pull on your spine equally. Unequal pulling on the spine causes tension, which can lead to serious back problems. Crossing your legs for example alters the symmetry and causes the muscles in your back to pull harder on one side of your spine than on the other, causing your lower back to curve.

So how do you sit correctly? Choose a chair with a back that helps to maintain the natural curve of the spine. If you are sitting at a desk or table, sit with your buttocks fully in the chair and your feet flat on the floor in front of you. Pull your spine up straight against the back of the chair and keep your shoulders back, but in a relaxed position.

If you are reading, place the book directly in front of you on the table, so that you don’t have to twist your head to one side. Use a book stand if possible, or tilt your book up slightly so that your head doesn’t hang forward. When writing, lean forward from your hips rather than from your shoulders or back.

In the classroom, try to turn your chair so that you are directly facing the teacher or the chalkboard without having to twist your back or neck. Using just one armrest will tilt one shoulder up higher than the other and your whole spine will twist to one side.

One final point to remember – don’t stay in the same position for too long. If you have to spend several hours sitting during the day, try to get up and move around at least once an hour.

If you follow these tips and get into the habit of good posture, you will find that sitting won’t be such a pain in the neck!

When and when not to accessorize

2009-03-07T23:48:00.000+08:00

I was reading a fashion magazine and I came across into their section about accessories. I know how to design and make accessories like necklaces, bracelets and earrings made with natural stones, pearls and crystals but not for my personal use but for sale. I actually made this dangling crystal bracelet (above photo). I wear just simple accessory because I’m only working in the office with a simple uniform. But I also appreciate ladies wearing accessories made with assorted or indigenous materials. Here are some advise when and when not to accessorize.

Choose accessories that make you feel good or excite you.
Your accessories must match your outfit. They should complement and not clash or fight for attention. If you feel that your eyes keep moving from one detail to the other, you’re probably wearing too much.
Look like you’re the one wearing the accessories – and not the other way around! The more vibrant the personality, the bolder the accessories.
In corporate environments, it’s wonderful to be fashionable by adding one or two accessories, but avoid pieces that are more suited to a party.

Credits: alfredulla; smile magazine

Mango - most eaten tropical fruit

2009-03-06T20:45:00.000+08:00

My father picked these green mangoes. And those were only come from one tree. We are going to keep some of them and wait until they are fully matured or become ripe. Some people say that it’s more delicious if you eat green mangoes matched with salted fish or bagoong. Anyway, do you know that an average mango provides more than a day’s dose of Vitamin C, two-thirds of Vitamin A, nearly half vitamin E, almost a quarter of fiber, and useful amounts of potassium, iron and nicotinic acid. It also tastes wonderful, so it’s not surprising that it’s probably the most eaten of all tropical fruits. It’s a bonus that anything tasting this good is so healthy and a source of extremely powerful, protective antioxidants.

Beware of soda cans

2009-03-05T22:30:00.000+08:00

This email was sent to me by my brother. I was also alarmed when I read the message and I'll share it with you: (this is not a paid ad or whatever)

This is Serious!
This incident happened recently in North Texas.
A woman went boating one Sunday taking with her some cans of coke which she put into the refrigerator of the boat. On Monday she was taken to the hospital and placed in the Intensive Care Unit. She died on Wednesday.

The autopsy concluded she died of Leptospirosis. This was traced to the can of coke she drank from, not using a glass. Tests showed that the can was infected by dried rat urine and hence the disease Leptospirosis.

Rat urine contains toxic and deathly substances... It is highly recommended to thoroughly wash the upper part of all soda cans before drinking out of them. The cans are typically stocked in warehouses and transported straight to the shops without being cleaned.

A study at NYCU showed that the tops of all soda cans are more contaminated than public toilets (i.e).. full of germs and bacteria. So wash them with water before putting them to the mouth to avoid any kind of fatal accident.

Women versus Men

2009-03-04T22:42:00.001+08:00

Science has now confirmed what men and women have known for many years. We have different brains! A survey carried out by the BBC and published in the journal Archives of Sexual Behavior, discovered men’s and women’s brains age differently. Our mental functions do decline with age, but the survey found male brains decline more rapidly than female ones, so women stay sharper for longer. But you can take steps to prevent your faculties failing with regular exercise, a healthy diet and some brain food supplements like ginkgo biloba, which has been found to help support brain function.

src: gimmiethescoop img, healthy mag

Cauliflower or Broccoli?

2009-03-03T22:20:00.000+08:00

These two vegetables are always in my list. Why? They are delicious and will give our body the nutrients that we need.

Cauliflower is an excellent source of folic acid, which protects against heart disease and birth defects, making it a particularly healthy vegetable. It does provide some vitamin C, so it's a good immune-booster, but the white part is in fact the immature flowering head. Eating some of the tender green leaves closest to the flower will increase the amounts of vitamin C, betacarotene and folic acid that you get.
Broccoli is a very rich source of carotenoids, especially betacarotene, which the body converts into vitamin A. Betacarotene and many of the other carotenoids are known to restrict the development and growth of cancer cells, and they play a vital role in the prevention of many types of cancer.

Positive and negative side of caffeine

2009-02-27T21:55:00.000+08:00

Most of us became addicted to coffee, tea, chocolate and cola drinks that contains caffeine.

Positive side – It stimulates the brain, concentration and fights fatigue. It helps some asthmatics, increases the potency of painkillers and even helps migraines.

Down side - It pushes up your blood pressure. Excessive amounts cause tremor, irritability, insomnia and sweating. Boiled coffee increases the risk of cancer and more three cups a day of any sort has been linked to PMS, cyclic breast lumps, poor fertility and low birth weight.

Pregnant women and vegetarians should reduce their consumption, as caffeine affects absorption of the minerals iron and zinc. It also increases the amount of stomach acid produced, causing heartburn and indigestion and can lead to ulcer.

So enjoy a cup of good coffee, tea or cocoa, but limit the amounts and don’t get hooked.

Anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory fruit

2009-02-27T21:23:00.000+08:00

Pineapple is one of my favorite fruit. Why? Because I get Vitamin C and it has few calories, it’s sweet and delicious. Before, these were the only few benefits I knew from Pineapple. Now I learned that it can heal sore throats, digestive problems, blood clots and bruises and also it has as anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory effects.

The benefits are due to a natural enzyme called bromelain, which can break down many times its own weight of protein in just a few minutes. Happily, it only attacks dead and damaged tissue so it doesn’t interfere with the lining of the stomach and digestive tract. Bromelain has also been shown to be an effective anti-inflammatory, making it an exceptionally good fruit for anyone with arthritis, both osteo and rheumatoid.

Only fresh fruit and the juice contain beneficial bromelain. Therefore, pineapple should always be a regular on your shopping list.

Go Vegetarian! Go Vegan!

2009-02-26T20:23:00.001+08:00

A vegan is a person who has chosen not to consume any animal products or by products. Some will even so far as not consuming honey and yeast, and others will not wear any clothing made from animal products. Therefore, vegan eliminates all animal products from his or her diet, including dairy.

On the other hand, Vegetarians do not eat meat, fish or poultry, but might eat dairy products such as cheese, eggs, yogurt or milk.

If you don’t eat animal proteins, you won’t be missing out calcium as long as you focus on other aspects of your diet. Vegetarians who eat dairy products can get calcium from cheese, milk yogurt, while vegans can replace dairy with soya products, such as tofu or calcium-fortified soya, and augment the much smaller amounts that are found in green vegetables.

Beans and pulses also contain some calcium. Even canned baked beans are a good source. Other foods that can bump up levels of calcium include chickpeas, dried figs, almonds, and calcium-fortified orange juice and rice milk. If you find it difficult to get enough calcium from your diet then consider a supplement.

Get Ready to Shine

2009-02-25T13:46:00.000+08:00

Drink at least 1.2 liters of water a day – more when the weather is warm or you are active. Without it your body can’t carry away toxins or deliver nutrients to your cells.

Get a good night’s sleep to give your cells a chance to regenerate and repair.

Keep moving to stimulate your circulation to deliver nutrients to your skin, hair and nails.

Keep your alcohol intake to a minimum. Alcohol dehydrates the skin and robs it of vital nutrients. It also dilates blood vessels near the surface of the skin, causing the appearance of red capillaries around the nose and cheeks.

Tips for a smooth digestion

2009-02-23T21:33:00.000+08:00

Most of us are suffering from digestive problems such as irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, diarrhea, stomach ache and nausea. With some machine operators and other modern jobs, workers can find themselves stressed and with little time to eat properly, take toilet breaks or exercise; all of which can play havoc with their digestion. Here are some simple tips for a healthy digestive system.

Taking a daily probiotic will increase the number of good bacteria in your gut, as well as eating foods such as bananas, artichokes and leeks. Good bacteria can help to maintain immunity and a healthy digestive tract.
Exercise at least 30 minutes' exercise, five times a week, will help the gut to digest food. Try weights for strength, something aerobic, such as running for fat-burning, and yoga for stress busting.
Get more fibre around 24g a day.

Who Else Wants to Eat Cute Foods?

2009-02-11T21:56:00.000+08:00

These foods are too cute to eat! I received these from email and I'm hoping I could prepare like this food arrangement also.

Who else wants to eat these cute foods? Anyone?

Prevent cancer cells to multiply

2009-02-11T13:19:00.000+08:00

Here is the list of the foods we should avoid in preventing cancer cells to multiply. Cancer cells feed on:

Sugar, is a cancer-feeder. By cutting off sugar it cuts off one important food supply to the cancer cells. Sugar substitutes like Nutrasweet, Equal, Spoonful, etc are made with Aspartame and it is harmful. A better natural substitute would be Manuka honey or molasses but only in very small amounts. Table salt has a chemical added to make it white in colour. Better alternative is Bragg's aminos or sea salt.
Milk causes the body to produce mucus, especially in the gastro-intestinal tract. Cancer feeds on mucus. By cutting off milk and substituting with unsweetened soya milk cancer cells are being starved.
Cancer cells thrive in an acid environment. A meat-based diet is acidic and it is best to eat fish, and a little chicken rather than beef or pork. Meat also contains livestock antibiotics, growth hormones and parasites, which are all harmful, especially to people with cancer.
A diet made of 80% fresh vegetables and juice, whole grains, seeds, nuts and a little fruits help put the body into an alkaline environment. About 20% can be from cooked food including beans. Fresh vegetable juices provide live enzymes that are easily absorbed and reach down to cellular levels within 15 minutes to nourish and enhance growth of healthy cells. To obtain live enzymes for building healthy cells try and drink fresh vegetable juice (most vegetables including bean sprouts) and eat some raw vegetables 2 or 3 times a day. Enzymes are destroyed at temperatures of 104 degrees F (40 degrees C).
Avoid too much coffee, black tea, and sweet chocolate, which have high caffeine. Green tea is a better alternative and has cancer-fighting properties. Water- best to drink purified water, or filtered, to avoid known toxins and heavy metals in tap water. Distilled water is also acidic, avoid it. src: email

Cancer is a disease of the mind, body, and spirit. A proactive and positive spirit will help the cancer warrior be a survivor. Anger, unforgiveness and bitterness put the body into a stressful and acidic environment. Learn to have a loving and forgiving spirit. Learn to relax and enjoy life.

Chocolate for feeling low and bit depressed

2009-02-09T19:36:00.000+08:00

Are you feeling low and bit depressed? Eat some dark chocolate. It's delicious and is there to be enjoyed, so ignore those who says it's unhealthy. Good-quality chocolate is, in fact a source of valuable nutrients as well as pleasure. Chocolates were came from Cocoa tree. Cocoa bean has endorphins which help depression and kindle the feelings of romance, love and arousal. Although it contains fat, dark chocolate is a very good source of iron and magnesium. Chocolate supplies useful amounts of protein and traces of other minerals and some B vitamins. But it's loaded with calories: over 500 per 100g. You'll need to walk briskly for two hours, pedal your bicycle for an hour and a half, or swim nonstop for an hour to burn off 100g of chocolate.

I like dark chocolates. How about you?

Beware of cotton buds

2009-02-06T05:05:00.000+08:00

Healthy ears produce wax, which doesn't need to be removed unless it causes dulled hearing, itchiness or discomfort. It protects and lubricates the skin lining the ear canal, then falls out of its own accord. Never put cotton buds into your ears, no matter how much you like the sensation! If necessary, see a doctor or nurse who can remove excess wax safely. There are various kinds of ear drops, but they may irritate the skin around the ear canal. Finally, don't lie down in the bath to wash your hair; there are always bacteria in the water that may get into your ears. This is just another example of how we put our ears at risk without thinking...

My credible source: healthy magazine

Have you ever been?

2009-02-05T20:34:00.000+08:00

Tagged me with this "Have You Ever Been" questions. Thank you Reya of Fragments of Thoughts...A Piece of Life! This was the first tag I received and is quite interesting. Here are my answers:

1. Have you ever been on TV?

No
2. Have you ever sung in public?

Yes, when I was still young.
3. Have you ever dyed your hair blond?

No, but I want to try it.
4. Have you ever eaten frogs' legs?

Yes, in Chinese Restaurant and it tastes like chicken. Yummy!
5. Have you ever received a present that you really hated?

No
6. Have you ever walked into a lamp post?

No
7. Have you ever cooked a meal by yourself for more than 15 people?

I cooked a meal for my small family but not for more than 15 people.
8. Have you ever fallen or stumbled in front of others?

Yes, I was chosen as player of high jump in inter-school division level when I was Grade V. During the competition and it's time for my turn, I was really tensed and worried that's why I got the bad fall on my first try. But on the second and third time, I did my very best and were all happy I won as First Place. I still remember they were all clapping their hands and saying "Good Job, Well Done!"
9. Have you ever done volunteer work?

Yes

I want to share this tag with ReanaClaire, Angelrhona, and SimplyHappyMe!

Why blogging is so popular?

2009-02-04T18:44:00.000+08:00

Logging on and keeping those mommy memories intact in the high-tech way is blogging. There's a growing breed of moms who've turned on their laptops and are surfing the digital parenting highway. Like me, I started blogging as my part time since November 2008. I enjoy surfing, reading, learning and posting articles which I feel cool to write. Blogging cannot just be a form of hobby but you can earn an extra income. Wow! Anecdotes, photos, and videos are now easier to access through the net. My relatives from all over the globe simply have to type my blog's URL to read about any updates and happenings in our life. Moreover, an online journal or blog saves on arts and crafts materials costs, as well as tedious hours of sitting time working on it. Your blog is an online digital scrapbook that family and friends can access anytime, anywhere.

Wi-Fi Dangers

2009-01-28T09:36:00.000+08:00

Laptops have joined mobile phone as possible dangers in the 'electrosmog' debate. A government adviser has told children that they should out laptops on their laps due to concern over wireless (wi-fi) network emissions. Studies showed that people living near mobile phones masts experienced symptoms of chronic fatigue, memory and concentration problems, and feelings of irritability. There is a fear that wi-fi networks will have the same effect. Youngsters are more sensitive to electrosmog such as mobile or wireless signals, so until more research is carried out, experts say they should avoid spending too much time near wireless antennas found in phones and laptops.

Why do skin types vary?

2009-01-26T22:43:00.000+08:00

Most of us are very much concerned with our skin types or complexion particularly women. We tried everything just to protect our skin and maintain its smoothness and color. Scientifically, the color of a person's skin depends upon the amount of melanin it contains. Melanin is a brown substance present in everyone's skin. Ultra-violet rays in sunlight cause the skin to produce more melanin and this is why people in hot climates have a darker skin than those who live in cooler areas of the world. The purpose of the melanin, which is deposited on the outer layers of the skin, is to protect the skin from the sun.

It's Chinese New Year

2009-01-25T18:34:00.000+08:00

This Lion Dance by Eng Bee Tin's performers in Binondo is mainly performed as entertainment during the festive of Chinese New Year. They mimic a lion's movements in a lion costume. Chinese New Year or Spring Festival is one of the most important traditional Chinese holidays. Celebrated in areas with large populations of ethnic Chinese, Chinese New Year is considered a major holiday for the Chinese and has had influence on the new year celebrations of its geographic neighbors, as well as cultures with whom the Chinese have had extensive interaction.
Chinese New Year is on January 26, 2008.

Photo taken January 25, 2008 at China Town.

China Town at Night

2009-01-22T22:54:00.001+08:00

My hubby and I were walking along Ongpin Street in Binondo, Manila or commonly called "China Town" when we noticed the red lanterns hanging throughout the street. Chinese New Year is nearly approaching and this street is getting very busy. Many people had ignored the heavy traffic here just to buy "Tikoy, Hopia, and other Charms" which they believed these may bring good luck to them this Year 2009. My hubby suddenly climbed up a little at the fire truck's back that was parked behind the Binondo Church and took some photos and I just want to share these with you.

They were busy in buying the famous Chinese New Year Delicacy "Tikoy"

Cancerous Food Products

2009-01-13T23:03:00.000+08:00

On my previous post "Every person has cancer cells in the body", I told that an effective way to battle cancer is to starve the cancer cells by not feeding it with the foods it needs to multiply. I commented that I'm gonna post also what are those foods. Unwittingly, I found my old clippings that was cut from the Philippine newspaper regarding the Cancerous Food Products. I want to share this health advisory with the rest of my dear readers.

If you eat satay, don't ever forget to eat the cucumber, because eating satay together with carbon after barbequing can cause cancer. Cucumber should be eaten after we eat satay because satay has carcinogen but cucumber is anti-carcinogenic.

Don't eat shrimp or prawn if you have just taken Vitamin C pills! This will cause you to die in arsenic toxication within hours!

Try this and see whether the pork you bought has worms. There goes with your "Bah Kut Teh" for those who love it. Most men love to eat this so watch out before it's too late. If you pour Coke or soda on a slab of pork, wait a little while, you may see worms crawl out of it. A message from the Health Corporation of Singapore about the bad effects of pork consumption. A pig's body contains many toxins, worms and latent diseases.

First Credit Card

2009-01-12T21:36:00.000+08:00

I remember I was eighteen years old when I first used the credit card and of course I was just a supplementary cardholder. After finishing college I was hired by a private company and after a few months I got my first credit card. Today, most people buy things using their credit card more often than cash. They do not have to pay in cash as the amount of the transaction is charged direct to their bank account or they pay part or all of the outstanding bill.

Shortly after the First World War, petrol companies in the USA began to issue such cards which allowed people to get petrol without having to pay for it at the time. After the Second World War, this idea spread to hotels and department stores, which began issuing their own cards. The first credit card to cover all types of purchases was Diners Club, which dates back to the early 1950s.

When was you first use your credit card? Do you often use credit card than paying in cash?

2009 Year of the Ox

2009-01-08T17:17:00.000+08:00

This 2009 is Year of the Ox for Chinese. I just found an elegant Ox figurine designed by Alfredulla. Materials are made out of metal, coated with gold and is Made with CRYSTALLIZED - Swarovski Elements. According to them this ox symbolizes industry, patience and courage. It makes you brave to face and solve any problem in life. This ox prevents losses and bankruptcy in business. It helps you save a lot of money to be enjoyed when you retire or become a senior citizen. I just check their site and they have many other high quality Feng Shui items.

Top 10 EC Droppers

2009-01-03T11:56:00.000+08:00

My days are always blooming
Hobbies like blogging and EC dropping
Like the flowers-bright and shimmering.

Thank you for always visiting markfe. Spending your time visiting this blog is very much appreciated. This post is for you. Here's the list of my top 10 EC droppers for the month of December 2008.

Time Recursion
My Daily Discourse
Step Away From The Cake
The Many Ramblings of Courtney
Warcraft Blog
My Random Day
Anything Goes
Just My Rambling
My Online Paradise
Blogging For Health

Photo taken Dec 08 at our garden

More photos here

iPhone, iPod, iPhone, iPod

2008-12-24T10:03:00.000+08:00

One night my friends had visited me to exchange and download new applications of Apple iPhone and iPod. Still, Apple wins among others. Here are the Top 10 Paid Apps (for Business). You may check their site here for more details.

1. Smart Dial
2. iTalk Recorder
3. Recorder
4. Voxie Pro Recorder & Dictation
5. iOwn
6. iRecorder
7. SpeakEasy Voice Recorder
8. Unit Converter
9. Spreadsheet
10. Art of War by Sun Tzu
They also have many free and easy-to-use applications.

The shortest and longest bone

2008-12-19T22:47:00.000+08:00

What is the shortest bone in our body?
The shortest bone is the stirrup. It is in the inner ear. It is so called because it is the same shape as a stirrup used on a horse.

What is the longest bone?
Well, it is not the spine for that is made up of several bones. The longest bone in the human body is the thigh bone, or femur.

Traffic lights first used

2008-12-19T22:32:00.000+08:00

In the late 19th century, British politicians had trouble turning their carriages safely into the Palace of Westminster. In response, the Metropolitan Commissioner of Police, Richard Mayne, organized the introduction of a traffic control system of red and green gas-powered lights. They came into operation on 10th December, 1868. the lights were controlled by a lever at the base but its operation was unreliable. Just a few weeks after the control's installation, a police officer was injured when the apparatus exploded. The lights were unpopular and remained in service for only a few years.

Every person has cancer cells in the body!

2008-12-11T20:51:00.000+08:00

Img: virtualsciencefair.org

After years of telling people chemotherapy is the only way to try and eliminate cancer, John Hopkins is finally starting to tell you there is an alternative way.

1. Every person has cancer cells in the body. These cancer cells do not show up in the standard tests until they have multiplied to a few billion. When doctors tell cancer patients that there are no more cancer cells in their bodies after treatment, it just means the tests are unable to detect the cancer cells because they have not reached the detectable size.
2. Cancer cells occur between 6 to more than 10 times in a person's lifetime.
3. When the person's immune system is strong the cancer cells will be destroyed and prevented from multiplying and forming tumors.
4. When a person has cancer it indicates the person has multiple nutritional deficiencies. These could be due to genetic, environmental, food and lifestyle factors.
5. To overcome the multiple nutritional deficiencies, changing diet and including supplements will strengthen the immune system.
6. Chemotherapy involves poisoning the rapidly growing cancer cells and also destroys rapidly-growing healthy cells in the bone marrow, gastro-intestinal tract etc, and can cause organ damage, like liver, kidneys, heart, lungs etc.
7. Radiation while destroying cancer cells also burns, scars and damages healthy cells, tissues and organs.
8. Initial treatment with chemotherapy and radiation will often reduce tumor size. However prolonged use of chemotherapy and radiation do not result in more tumor destruction.
9. When the body has too much toxic burden from chemotherapy and radiation the immune system is either compromised or destroyed, hence the person can succumb to various kinds of infections and complications.
10. Chemotherapy and radiation can cause cancer cells to mutate and become resistant and difficult to destroy. Surgery can also cause cancer cells to spread to other sites.
11. An effective way to battle cancer is to starve the cancer cells by not feeding it with the foods it needs to multiply.
SC: Thanks Bob for this informative email.

Unclaimed land on Earth

2008-12-11T10:37:00.000+08:00

A massive chunk of the Antarctic – where the climate is colder than some parts of Mars – is the last unclaimed place on Earth. No-one seems to want it: It is neither strategically located nor rich in attainable resources. Wildly inhospitable, it is inaccessible due to raging icy seas.

Traditional methods of claiming land include declaring it for your country then defending it against others – including natives. Another accepted method to solidify a claim has been to issue stamps from the territory. Simply planting your flag, the way US astronauts did on the moon in 1969, isn't enough.

There have been, and still are, many pieces of land claimed by two countries. Think of the Gaza strip, Falkland Islands, Kashmir and parts of the former Soviet Union, where 65 territorial disputes arose during 1990 to 1991 alone.
sc: rdasia

Women vs Men

2008-12-05T16:03:00.000+08:00

It’s not just a sitcom stereotype. Men really are more prone than the fairer sex to memory problems as they age, causing missed appointments, misplaced keys, and more. The culprit: mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Men 70 and up are more than 50 percent likelier to suffer from MCI than women of the same age, reports a study from the Mayo Clinic. To prevent such forgetfulness, get your guy-and yourself-moving. Middle-aged adults who exercise five to six times a week (brisk walking is OK) are far less likely to develop MCI later in life.

Marry when in LOVE

2008-12-05T15:53:00.000+08:00

While I'm reading a magazine, I came across with the magazine's health corner and it says that 91% of women and 86% of men would not marry someone unless they were in love with him or her, even if the person had every trait they were looking for in spouse, according to research from the University of Hawaii.

Blogger's ultimate gadget

2008-12-01T20:40:00.000+08:00

A month ago when I started blogging and I'm looking for other ways to earn money online as a source of an extra income. But everyday, after my hubby and I came from work, it was a bit difficult for me to focus in this kind of work because we share in just one laptop. That's why I'd decided to buy my own thing. I preferred an UMPC (Ultra-Mobile PC) so I can easily bring it anywhere. Among the UMPC's available today, MSI Wind U100 wins my taste. It's much cheaper than Macbook, lighter than a laptop and most importantly, it exactly fits my lifestyle.