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Learn about what researchers had to say about Alzheimer's disease

I am a fan of science news, and I always try to be among the first people who read their articles about new studies done worldwide, especially in the USA. Today I was reading about Alzheimer's disease and gum problem. The research is done by Dr. Kamer, a NYU Assistant Prof, in collaboration with Dr. Morse who is also an Assistant Professor. This study shows the positive relationship between gum inflammation and the disease that impairs our cognition as we age. This disorder is called Alzheimer's.
If you are interested, go to "science daily" and read more.
Or simply just copy/paste: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/08/100803112811.htm


Note: AUG 5th, 2010: Another study is done by other researchers with regards to Alzheimer's and depression:
"Our study suggests that depression is truly a risk factor for Alzheimer's disease," said lead author Robert S. Wilson, PhD, senior neuropsychologist, Rush Alzheimer's Disease Center, and a professor in the Department of Behavioral Sciences at Rush. "If depression was an early sign of the disease, we would expect to see it increase prior to diagnosis and as the disease progresses. Our study found very little change."
I got this from "Science Daily" Date: 08/05/10
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/07/100705190530.htm (You can copy/paste it)

Learn about time

Time is a resource that can be controlled only by you. At first it may sound like others are the ones who are in charge of your time, but in fact you are the one who manage your own time. Time is available to all people exactly the same. It cannot be saved nor can be renewed. Once it is gone, it is gone, unlike money, love, health, etc.

I am going to school for chiropractic care which is a very intensive program (everyday from 6 am to 6 pm), and if I do not know how to manage my time, I would be in real trouble. So, I searched a lot and read a lot about the topic of time management because it would help me to be successful in college and in life, in general. I learned that one of the most important elements of time management is not putting off. I learned that I can stop procrastination by creating goals that excite me. Also, I must say no to the activities that I know I would never do them, instead of procrastinating them. I learned to do the least interesting activities first and that to give myself short breaks between my study sessions or any lengthy activities. For example, if I have to study for 9 hours, it would be better to split it into 3 study sessions and 2 or 3 breaks. In other words, I should study for 3 hours then take a break then continue another three hours and so on.

If you are a student, you can apply the knowledge you gain from this topic to school. I am sure there has been times when you rushed to finish a project or when you did not find time for an activity that was important to you. To avoid such outcomes in the future, follow my advice: monitor and plan your time.

First, you need to consciously know how you spend your time. Then, begin to keep recording your time for a week. At first, you may be disappointed about where your time went, but then you can use those feelings as motivation to plan your time differently and more effectively.

Learn about yourself

The first step to discovering self is telling the truth to you about yourself. If you have an accurate view about your strengths and weaknesses, you will be more likely to go up on the ladder of success. However, if you deny your real self, you will be and stay in trouble. For some people, it is hard to admit that they have a problem or weakness. For others, it is not easy to recognize their strengths. We all can begin our work by looking at and acknowledging our flows, mistakes, regrets, as well as our accomplishments, and celebrating them all. Because once we know something is there, then, we can do something about it.

Throughout my life, I learned that I should look at myself with a good open eye, that I would better not criticize myself harshly and yet not ignore anything that is about me and happening to me. I learned that it is very effective to be specific about what I plan to achieve and get a big picture view of me which will help me to be successful in college, workplace, social environment, and personal interactions. The more I know about myself without judging, the more successful I can be.

Everyone can apply this topic to school. For example, if you are not a good note taker, you can improve it by first acknowledging it and also by making it a small deal, not a big deal. Then, you can tell yourself: “I have no idea how to take notes in class, but I can improve my note taking skills by practicing more, reading and writhing more”. This topic is also very helpful in any social interactions and any personal habits you have and want to improve. Just know yourself better.

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Learn that you are rich

Have you ever ponder about how wealthy you are? Did you know that you are already rich? Yes! Just look back; look at many years ago before you were even born; look at the royal families who lived many centuries ago. Did they have all the things that you now own? Did they have internet, computer, cell phone, technology, good transportation, smooth roads, camera to capture the moment, and many others? They even had diseases that are now curable, but back then those were deadly diseases. The average life expectancy was 40. They could not enjoy life as much as we can nowadays because they were dead soon. And guess what! You have these entire plus much more. You live in an era when the life expectancy is 102 years of age, and you have a chance to see your grand-grand-children. Therefore, it is a good idea to sometimes go back and look at how people lived in the past to appreciate our own resources more. Also, we can and should look back to see how much improvements we have had over the years and appreciate our own success.

Learn to have fun for free.... Yes! For free

Sometimes it seems like spending money is the only way to have fun and enjoy life. This is not true. There is free entertainment everywhere for you to search out, as an example; you can look around your local community to see what activities they have that interest you. I am going to share with you the things that I find enjoyable and yet they are free:

Donating time to community organizations is a wonderful way to contribute to our society and have fun at the same time.
Giving attention to elderly, especially if they are your parents and grandparents
Spending time with kids and giving them emotional support
Drawing
Dancing
Exercising, including but not limited to swimming and yoga
Massaging partner
Reading and Writing
Cooking at the comfy of your home
Appreciating sunrise, sunset, rain, nature
Camping
Fishing (might require some tools)
Hiking
Donating blood (the last 4 are my husband's fav's)

And many other activities.... Just use your imagination. You can create better ideas of your own.

Learn how to choose your wedding dress

These days, we have a lot of possibilities as women and brides when it comes to choosing the wedding dresses, however, if we are not careful and do not know our body types, it can create confusion to us because of so many choices available. This is basically the reason why many women—at least those who are planning to get married and wear a wedding dress—should be learning. They need to learn about what the most suitable dress type is for them. They should start learning early to avoid too much confusion when the big day arrives.

Learning how to choose your wedding gown is a must for ladies and brides. Here are the things to consider before shopping for your wedding dress:

We have different body types and shapes, therefore, our needs are different when it comes to dresses. We should choose a dress that best fits us, enhances our body curves beautifully, and matches our body type. There are many different dress cuts out there which not all of them are suitable for us. They include straight dresses that have revealing and daring cuts and highlight the shape of the body, A-line princess dresses that are perfect for women who want to hide something from their bust line down to their toes, empire dresses which are practically an A-line dress except for the seam that is strategically placed under the bust line to emphasize that area more, strapless dresses which are designed to reveal the neck and shoulder areas, mermaid dresses that are designed to fit from the waist area to the knees then it comes with stylish flair down to the ankles, and ball gown dresses that are practically two-piece items including a full skirt and fitted or corseted bodice.

To avoid choosing wrong wedding dresses, there are many considerations brides-to-be must ponder upon. The first thing among these considerations is the body type. Knowing your own body type is very important because it will determine if you would or would not look good in your dress. Since not all women are created with perfect body figure, it is best to know your body type to avoid highlighting your not-so-pleasant "assets."

For women who possess an hourglass figure, ideal wedding dresses are bodices with corsets or two-piece items such as ball gowns to give emphasis to their curves. Wedding dresses that have something that would highlight the waist of the bride are also ideal.

For women who are pear shaped, one of the perfect options is Princess cut dresses with A-line cut. This is very ideal because the style will hide the full hips and will highlight the torso as well as the bust area of the bride.

Petite women should avoid ball gowns as well as wedding dresses with mermaid cut because these only overwhelm the natural shape of the body. Wedding dresses for women who have petite frame should be those that have simple cuts and simple fabric type to make them look taller and slender.

For tall women, ideal wedding dresses are A- line cut, princess line cut, ball gowns, mermaid style, and straight dresses. They should avoid empire line dresses because these can overemphasize their tall frame and can be too overwhelming, especially when paired with small accessories.

For women who have full waist, princess-cut dresses are the best because these flatter the curves of the waist.

Women who have broad shoulders should avoid wearing wedding dresses that are off-the-shoulder and halter types because these will only make the broad shoulder broader. Opt for wedding dresses that do not have straps or those that have scoop necklines to enhance the shoulder and wear accessories or jewelry that have intricate designs.

Brides that have flat bust should choose wedding dresses that have square or scoop necklines that will emphasize their bust area.

Learn about ballet dance

Ballet is one of the difficult dances that a person could ever perform because the dance itself requires not only physical strength but also skills, years of practice, and discipline. Since the dance is hard to master, ballerinas are trained very early to develop the physique and discipline needed for the dance.

If you are one of those who are planning to learn ballet, you must first assess yourself physically, emotionally, and financially if you can cope up with the demands of the dance. Once you have decided that you can manage in all of these aspects, then the next thing to do is familiarize yourself with everything about it.

Knowing the origin of something is very helpful in making decisions. This is also applicable in ballet. Before you finally decide to get involved with ballet, make sure that you are familiar with its history, so you will have general knowledge about everything that has to do with it.

Aside from the history, you should also be knowledgeable in the preparation a ballet dancer must gear up for. Although many people say that passion and dedication will make it possible for you to become a ballet dancer, having innate talent and light body will make it more possible for you to become a great ballet dancer.

Along with training, you must also familiarize yourself with various ballet techniques and styles, so you would know what to expect. Usually, these techniques and styles in ballet would require rigorous training and practice for you to be able to perfect the steps needed for the dance. I am going to share with you some tips before taking ballet classes.

The most common routine done in a ballet class is the barre exercise. Warm ups through stretching and several steps and movements are practiced on wooden sprung floors. To make the training and the practice easier for you, try these ballet tips before your class:

1. Stretching. Just like in any other sport or dance, stretching is very crucial because it prepares the body for harder exercises ahead. When you stretch of as long as you can, your muscles will loosen up and your posture will be elongated. Aside from stretching before the class, make sure that you do post class stretching to loosen up tightened muscles during the training. Stretching does not only eases the pain but also makes your body more flexible.

2. Familiarizing yourself with the vocabulary used in ballet. This is also important because it will reflect how much knowledge you have about the dance. Although it will not really affect your ballet skills, knowing the terms used in ballet will prevent you from getting overwhelmed during the class. What you can do is to read ballet terminologies from various resources such as dictionary, magazines, books, and online sites.

3. Taking time to find the right ballet slippers. The ballet shoes or slippers can greatly affect your overall training because the comfort of the feet is involved. When buying ballet shoes, make sure that they are made by a professional or endorsed by a specific ballet school or famous ballet dancer.

4. Learning the five basic positions in barre. This is very important to avoid embarrassment and possible injury. The five basic positions include turning your feet together at the heels, parting your foot apart, placing the your heel at the first knuckle of the big toe, placing the feet apart for at least six inches, and putting the heel on top of the big toe. Once you familiarize yourself with these basic barre positions, training will be easier and less exhausting for you.

Learn more about yoga

I chose this topic because I needed a balance in my life since I am an overtime student who works as well. I have had lots of stress so I decided to decrease the level of stress by taking some yoga class that was offered at the gym near my house. I attended the class and got a lot of help out of it and my stress level was alleviated enormously. Today I want to share with you what I know about yoga.

Nowadays, people believe that yoga is all about experiencing pure ecstasy through the union of the mind, the soul, and the body. But most yoga practitioners and teachers would agree that apart from providing relaxation and peace, learning how to practice yoga is about the seemingly limitless capability of a person to be in control and unite with him or her inner self.

Many yoga practitioners believe that in one way or another, the ancient discipline makes it possible for the breath, the mind, and the senses to unite in creating balance. The word “yoga” is a Sanskrit term which means “union or joining.” It is considered as almost an ambiguous term because it encompasses a wide range of purely physical disciplines to purely spiritual.

Because of its benefits, more and more people across the globe are showing interests in learning yoga. Many are planning to learn yoga as a form of exercise while others want to use it as a way to relieve stress. Whatever your reasons behind learning yoga, it shouldn’t be as confusing as it seems because you don’t need to learn all the concepts and philosophies behind it.

Many people practice yoga for so many reasons. Many want to explore its almost limitless possibilities as an ancient philosophy while others want to delve into its depths as a meditative practice or for pure spiritual discipline. And for some, they want to use its philosophies as an exercise for you to be fit and healthy. But, no matter what the reasons of people are, understanding the main objectives and the level of interest is a must to be able to find the right yoga program to suit the needs of a certain individual. Now lets get started with yoga and the things that you should consider when doing yoga.

The first thing that you have to bear in mind before you totally indulge in practicing yoga is setting and determining your goals. You can do this by knowing first what the possible health and fitness benefits you can get from yoga. Most yoga practitioners agree that the potential benefits of yoga may include the increase of strength and flexibility, creation of balance as well as the improvement of breathing and overall posture. On the spiritual aspect, yoga can serve as an exercise that can help you soothe your nerves, calm your mind while increasing your focal and concentration skills.

Next, undergo a general check-up before you begin practicing yoga or any other type of exercise program. A check-up is important for you to discuss with your physician the advantages and disadvantages of yoga in your total health and well being. Since yoga involves physical endurance, you might also want to visit an orthopedic before you undergo a class to avoid possible injuries.

Before you start learning yoga, you must make sure that you have a good yoga instructor who can attend to your needs, you are aware of your physical and emotional limitations, and you know when the best time is suitable for you to practice yoga. It would also be best if you begin with the easy yoga poses before slowly advancing to the difficult positions, that you wear the right kind of clothes, and that you have the yoga equipment you need like mats, foam blocks, and yoga pillows.

Learn to eat healthy

There are many reasons why many people around the world, especially in the Western countries, ignore eating healthy foods. One main reason is today’s lifestyle which is very hectic. Many changes are occurring in the habit of eating and food preparation. Also, by having so many fast food restaurants and convenient stores it is very easy for people to grab a food that is less healthy and in fact is considered as junk. My main focus in this article is what you should focus on buying and eating when it comes to food.

Nutrition experts say that healthy eating is not about what you cannot eat, it is actually about what you could eat in order to fulfill your body needs. Contrary to people’s conception about healthy foods, they do not need to be expensive, rare, or hard to prepare. In fact, most of these recommended healthy foods are quite cheap, plentiful, and easy to prepare compared to those that can be bought in the nearest convenient store.
The best valuable thing that one can do when going to the grocery store or any super market is to pick fresh unprocessed whole food of any kind: fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, and sprouts. You can do this by reading and checking the label of the food item.

Speaking of fruit, one should make sure to eat fruits that are fresh, or dried without sulfur oxide, or frozen without preservatives. When buying foods that are fresh, you are almost certain that the food still contains the highest amount of vitamins, minerals, and enzymes that are essential to our body to maintain its maximum potential and health. Avoid eating items that are canned or are in heavy syrup, like corn syrup because these have sweeteners, additives, and preservatives.

When buying veggies, ensure that they are fresh or raw. If you need to steam or bake them, be sure to steam them only slightly or bake and dry without sulfur. Avoid eating vegetables that are frozen with preservatives, sweeteners, and additives. Also avoid veggies that are fried or overcooked.

When it comes to grains, such as bread, muffins, tortillas, cereals, pasta, and crackers, always opt for whole grain and sprouted grain products that are not processed, not irradiated, not modified, not sweetened, and has no chemical additives and no preservatives. Avoid products with white flour, enriched flour, sweeteners, chemical additives, refines and processed grains, white rice, instant oatmeal, and instant cereals.

When it comes to legumes, it is better to choose beans, peas, lentils, chickpeas that are fresh and sold not in cans. Avoid using canned legumes which are prepared without animal fat and with chemical additives or sweeteners. Nuts and seeds, such as almonds, walnuts, filberts, cashews, pine nuts, and seeds of sunflower, pumpkin, sesame and suchlike should be eaten raw. I know that it is very delicious to have dry roasted nuts and seeds, but avoid eating them because they are not healthy for you. Also make sure that you choose animal products, such as eggs, milk, and meat that are free from antibiotics and hormones and also are grass fed.

When you are buying fish, opt for those that have least amount of exposure to mercury, as mercury is poison to all human beings, especially pregnant women. It is to your advantage to consider eating organic foods over those that are modified by human beings. Nutrition experts say that organic foods are the purest and healthiest foods that are available to us since they are not yet contaminated with pesticides or chemical agents and therefore, have higher percentage of nutrition.

Learn about antique collection

Antique collecting is one of those hobbies that can last a lifetime. This is because the "hunting" never ceases to fuel the drive of people to look for and eventually possess the finest things in their lives. This is also the reason why many are eager in learning how to spot the best pieces of antique.

Aside from giving people a chance to possess items that are truly works of art, antique collecting can also provide them an enriching learning experience as well as the possibility to meet and know people with various cultures and backgrounds in life. Collecting antiques can also be a helpful diversion especially to very busy people who don’t have enough time to pursuit their personal hobbies.

But, among all the advantages of antique collecting, being a venue for a lucrative financial gain is one of the major reasons why more and more people get into it. No matter what the reasons behind your antique collecting are— whether it is for future investment, for pure appreciation of art, or for satisfying your need to possess beautiful things—you will never go wrong with the hobby as long as you know what your limitations are.

Well, here you go:
Reasons why you should start antique collecting

Antique collecting is an instinct to many people. This is because all human beings have innate desire to possess things that are valuable to them as well as the things that are beautiful and unique. But, unlike collecting just about anything, antique collecting can give the person deeper pleasure. This is because it can satisfy not only the need to possess beautiful and rare objects but also helps the person to be financially stable.

The population of antique collecting has grown into large proportions because of the seemingly limitless potentials it offers. If you are new to the hobby, then it is best if you familiarize yourself with the things that you need to know about antiques. These information should include the basic terminologies used in antique trading, types of antiques, ways to determine the authenticity of a specific item, and how to take good care of the antique piece/s. These pieces of information can be researched online or by reading various reference materials such as books, magazines, and the like.

If you are having doubts about buying a specific antique item, gauge how much you want the item. Many people who are starting with antique collecting tend to get overwhelmed easily. This is the case especially if they have seen authentic pieces for the first time in their lives. To ensure that you are not making hasty and impulsive decisions, know how much you want the item. If you want a specific item that much, throw all your cautions and hesitations and buy it. Just make sure that your financial status will not suffer from it.

Also, check if your budget can handle it. This is very important, especially for beginners. It can help them spend money on items wisely. Knowing your budget limitations and sticking to it no matter what is very important because it will help you develop the discipline needed when you decide on things in future.

Learning the theme of your collection is also important in spotting an antique piece. This is also very crucial in antique collecting because it will veer you away from buying things you don’t really need. Setting a theme for your collection will somehow limit you in buying antique items that you see in various stores or online auctions.
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Learn about simple ways to save money

In this day and age when crisis seems to strike anywhere, there's no better way to stay safe and secure than learning how to save money.

Experts agree that no matter how one looks at it, there will be always ways to save money if the person has the will to do so. If you are one of those who are trying to come up with ways to save money in this unstable economy, it is best to start with developing a simple lifestyle. When you are able to do this, the rest will follow. But, if you are one of those who are not sure where to start, here are some simple ways to save money.

One step at a time

The first thing that you can do to save some money is by learning to manage your grocery or shopping sprees. Although buying groceries is a necessity, this doesn't mean that there's no opportunity for you to save. The best thing that you can do before going to a supermarket is to conduct an inventory on your supplies. This will help you determine how much more you have and can help you estimate the period of time that these supplies will last.

After knowing what the things are that you need, make a list to prioritize the items that are of utmost importance. The same thing can be applied when shopping for clothes and other accessories. To save money, the key is to limit expenses on the items that you really need and keep whatever cash you have at hand. Try not to buy something that just tickles your fancy and if possible, limit your trips to the supermarket or boutiques to veer away from the temptation of buying something.

As cheap as it may seem, getting as many coupons as you can helps you save some money. These days, coupons are not only applicable to groceries, but also, major establishments such as restaurants, cinemas, and even boutiques accept and give out coupons to its customers to offer a discount. If you keep these coupons, you can get a little discount on establishments that you usually go to.

Learning to commute is another major saving idea for you. With the gas price hike, you can save lots of money if you take advantage of public transportation or even carpools. Aside from saving some money on gas, you can also save some since you won't have to pay for the car's maintenance and parking anymore.

Having enough time to audit your own bills would also help you. Before, people are used to just paying whatever amount the bill states. But since there can be major discrepancies in these, it is best if you audit your charges once in a while. Auditing is best for telephone bills since some charges are being repeated, thus, making you pay for calls you didn't actually make. Auditing can also be applied for your credit card bills since many companies add hidden charges.

Many people do not realize it but one of the best ways to save money is learning how to save energy. It is unfortunate that many people still don't realize that leaving an electric appliance plugged to the electricity outlet means that appliance still consumes almost 20 percent of the electricity it consumes while it is turned on. So, to save money as well as energy through electricity makes it a habit to unplug cables from their outlets when not in use.
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Learn about memory training

Not too long ago, I was watching a video about a teen girl who was able to memorize 100 numbers in less than five minutes. She was amazing. Not only was she able to say back the numbers in their order, but also she could recall them backwards from the last number to the first.
We hear stories like this not very often. But we can be one of these people whom have great memories by using different useful memory techniques. School will be a lot easier when one can remember anything or most of the things that their teachers have talked about or taught in school. Imagine getting better grades in school and remembering more of what you learned with no extra study time. Your natural gifted memory and The Student's Winning Edge program can make this all a reality for you. Please Click Here!

Learn about CLEP

Did you know that you can acquire credit hours and save money on college tuition by taking a CLEP test?
CLEP or College-Level Exam Preparation program can help you take a test and if you pass, you will receive college credit for that course. This allows you to skip a semester, or even a whole year of college, depending on your school. To know more, please
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You will also get some study tips.

Learn about free education

Today's economy is very tough. Going to college to get a degree is very expensive and the cost is increasing everyday. So, students after graduating from high school fall into three categories: They are either lucky enough to have money saved for their education, or they go to the market and start working with low wages and without earning a college degree or some kind of education, or they choose to go to college and therefore, go to debt with student loans. Now what one can do to go to college for almost free is something that this ebook teaches you; To know more, Please
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To name a few techniques to use, one should:

• Apply for free financial aid and use grants and scholarships.
• Get your degree faster. As an example, you can go to more than one school at a time.
• Choose a college that is in your financial best interests.
• Find companies that pay for your education.
• Find ways to make extra money during school to pay for other expenses you might have. As an example, you can tutor other students and get paid, or work for a company that its work is related to your college major field so that you can earn some cash and gain experience at the same time.

Learn math with fun

Learning becomes more interesting when there is fun. Please Click Here! to see how engaging with Math is fun. You will learn about some fun math games.

Learn Anatomy and Physiology: Easy Way

Long time ago I took a Human A & P course at school. Unlike me, there were many other students who struggled with the course. Please Click Here! to take advantage of this interesting course.
This course that I introduced you can be very helpful whether you are a student or just wondering about the anatomy and physiology of your own body.

Learn about how to study and read fast

Studying can be so much fun when you study smart. In doing so, not only can you get better grades, but also you can finish your education or degree sooner which means that you get to start making money sooner. Please Click Here!