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		<title>Cheaper Alternative to Anti-Fog Liquid for Swimming Goggle</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 11:05:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>allQoo</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I don't have a scientific laboratory to testify it. But I just applied liquid soap on my goggles over a few swimming session. It works just the same as the anti-fog liquid!! That Speedo liquid costed me 2 McDonald's meals every month. I am so glad to have that kind of curiousity and save myself a couple of hamburger meals every month =)]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="KonaBody"><!-- google_ad_section_start --><!--Amazon_CLS_IM_START--><p>The liquid which comes in small plastic containers, like the one Speedo made, can be quite expensive. I used quite a lot of those. Their packaging NEVER mention composition of the liquid. It is suspicious when you consider most other spray one can buy from supermarkets have descriptive content composition. I thought about it just one day and decided to find it out on that topic.</p>
<p>Quite a lot people suggest saliva as an alternative. I was told about it since my early age in swimming. Personally I don&#8217;t like the idea of spitting in public. Some of my swim mates do this often. Just I cannot accept this. So I keep on searching.</p>
<h3>You know what I found out. The anti-fog liguid is basically just unscented natural soap!</h3>
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<p>I don&#8217;t have a scientific laboratory to testify it. But I just applied liquid soap on my goggles over a few swimming session. It works just the same as the anti-fog liquid!! That Speedo liquid costed me 2 McDonald&#8217;s meals every month. I am so glad to have that kind of curiousity and save myself a couple of hamburger meals every month =)   </p>
<p>Some people suggest shampoo will work as well. You bet I will try it out soon!</p>
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		<title>Travel purses: Which one is right for you?</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:02:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Belinda Jones</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When you are ready to take on a foreign city and when you are excited about the traveling that you are going to be doing, you are going to find that you need to consider getting yourself a good travel purse. What do you need to know before you go buy yourself a good travel purse, and how can you make sure that you get one that suits you?]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="KonaBody"><!-- google_ad_section_start --><!--Amazon_CLS_IM_START--><div style='font-style:italic;' class='byline'>by Deanna Keahey</div>
<p>When you are ready to take on a foreign city and when you are excited about the traveling that you are going to be doing, you are going to find that you need to consider getting yourself a good travel purse. What do you need to know before you go buy yourself a good travel purse, and how can you make sure that you get one that suits you?</p>
<p>Take a look at the security that the purse offers. No matter where you are, you are going to discover that there is a chance that you may be a prospective victim of a purse snatching or pickpocketing. A good travel purse can help you beat this trend by having stainless steel wire mesh installed in the bottom of the purse as well as in the strap, making it more difficult for people to pull the purse off of your body or to cut through the bottom of the purse to get at your wallet. Some purses also have latches for the zipper pulls for extra security.</p>
<p>Also make sure that your travel purse has lots of separate compartments on the inside. The best ones have one pocket for everything that you need to put into them, whether you need to store passports, wallets, cell phones, important documents or medication. This way, if your purse does get slit, it will be much harder for a thief to make of with everything. Having your goods neatly zippered away is going to make it much harder for someone to come up behind you and to stealthily pluck your wallet out.</p>
<p>Light packers swear by small, unobtrusive travel purses. Compact bags can store everything from your passport to some toiletries to small gadgets, and they are designed to help you keep your most essential possessions together, but not a lot of extras. Larger bags can accommodate a world of travel essentials &#8212; from cameras, to guidebooks, to water bottles, to iPods.</p>
<p>Some people swear by leather travel purses. That&#8217;s certainly the classic, and leather can be very durable. It&#8217;s particularly good if you buy one that&#8217;s made to look distressed &#8212; then the more you beat it up during the trip, the better it will look! Other people want to avoid leather, either for moral reasons, or to get something lighter weight. There are many synthetic material travel purses available, too.</p>
<p>Think about how you will carry the purse while you&#8217;re traveling. It&#8217;s not wise to have one that dangles loosely from your shoulder, since that can be a target for thieves. And you don&#8217;t want one that you&#8217;ll have to hold in your hand, since your hands may be otherwise occupied. Shoulder straps that give you the option of slinging it across your chest can be a good choice. A purse that you can squeeze under your arm also provides that security.</p>
<p>Finally, you want something that&#8217;s easy. The last thing you want is a white purse (that will be dirty by the time you reach your destination), or something dainty (that will be quickly be ruined). It needs to be sturdy enough to stand up to the rigors of travel. And it needs to be something you can scuff up without worrying about it.</p>
<p>Once you find the perfect travel purse for your style of travel, chances are that you&#8217;ll be able to use it time and time again, for years to come. A good, durable travel purse is an investment that can improve your enjoyment of this great trip, and many trips in the future.</p>
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<div class='links'>Deanna Keahey founded Adventurous Wench to provide active, adventurous <a target="_blank" href="http://www.adventurouswench.com/trips.htm">trips for women</a> in the US and abroad. Find advice and a wide selection of <a target="_blank" href="http://www.adventurouswench.com/travel/s-bags-purses/">travel purses</a> at the Adventurous Wench travel store.</div>
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		<title>Getting Pet Insurance for Your Dog</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:07:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Elias Maseko</dc:creator>
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<p>A dog is a man&#8217;s best friend and I am sure all dog owners will agree wholeheartedly with me and the welcome wag of its tail and the friendly lick can make you smile even after a hard bothersome day at work. </p>
<p>Dogs are invariably there when you want them, ready to go out for a walk if you are or just keeping you company when you would opt for a night in. They will never complain that you haven&#8217;t the energy for that walk you promised them the day before, or the bath they so urgently need.</p>
<p>Other than love, there are few ways we can really show our appreciation for the love and companionship a dog provides except by keeping them in first class health which can be done with a dog insurance plan. </p>
<p>Pet insurance providers know how essential pets are to people and can arrange a big number of health plans that can cover nearly every type of position. Dogs of all breeds and ages can benefit and avail the advantages of such dog insurance policies as it is not only simple on the pocket of the owners but also helps to provide the best care for the dogs as such medical attention becomes easily affordable with the insurance.</p>
<p>Technology can be it&#8217;s own downfall often and as medical treatment for pets improves, so does the price and many treatments that are available now, which weren&#8217;t a few years ago, are very expensive. </p>
<p>Treatments like a hip replacement or kidney transplant which were earlier unthinkable in case of animals are now being provided for animals. Some dog conditions are genetic like heart enlargement, epilepsy and even hip dysplasia.</p>
<p>Many diseases that dogs are prone to suffer from do not happen until they reach middle age and of course by then, the dog is a member of a family and loved by everyone. This type of dog insurance plan does mean that providing health care for them does not become a matter of financial worry, frustration or even stress which is something some dog owners feel when it comes to paying out thousands of dollars for medical treatment. </p>
<p>Many owners underestimate just how much time a dog needs when it comes to ensuring their continued good health and while they are great companions they are prone to a number of parasites; these like to make their home on a dog.</p>
<p>All of this and more should be part of the regular check a dog has when they visits the vet and is incorporated into most policies. If such care is taken it will guarantee a happy and loving association between the dog and his owner.</p>
<p>This should mean that your dogs health requirements are continued, ensuring they have a long fulfilling life as part of the immediate family. Finding the correct plan that will suit everything you need could be as simple as asking a friend who has dog insurance to the veterinarian who will know all the companies and might be able to suggest a good one to approach.</p>
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		<title>Top 10 Reasons for Summer Camp</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:07:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brittany Flokstra</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[He was 10 and I knew he was looking for more than a summer of day care and TV shows. So i wondered if <a href="http://www.swiftnaturecamp.com">SUMMER CAMP</a> was the right place for my son.]]></description>
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<p>He was 10 and I knew he was looking for more than a summer of day care and TV shows. So i wondered if <a target="_blank" target='_blank' href="http://www.swiftnaturecamp.com">SUMMER CAMP</a> was the right place for my son.</p>
<p>Today he is 15, and has gone to Swift Nature Camp for years and we are going to send him back again and again. Despite his ADHD and trouble at school, he loves it loves camp.</p>
<p>The counselors and directors at SNC have a great, hands-on approach to leadership, social skills development and confidence-building.</p>
<p>Jeff and Lonnie, along with enthusiastic counselors, provide an atmosphere that encourages positive life skills to be developed. My son has greater peer understanding and empathy, better self-confidence and trust, his leadership skills increased, an understanding of group dynamics and fair process and many other valuable relational skills.</p>
<p>I felt nervous, like any parent, sending a child to a place that I had never been to before, but it was really worth it! As I talked to Jeff and Lonnie over the phone I realized that the Discovery Camp was best or him and me. A special program for the <a target="_blank" target='_blank' href="http://www.swiftnaturecamp.com/discoverytitlepage.htm">First Time Going Camp</a></p>
<p>Their willingness to discuss any question I had and their understanding of my fears made the decision easy. My son took the bus there, but I picked him up at the end, so I got to see first-hand all of the wonderful places he got to explore. </p>
<p>His excitement for Swift was limitless. I&#8217;m not sure if he took a breath between stories on the whole 8 hour journey home!</p>
<p>The SNC website tells you everything you need to know and I love how the camp is set up. The cabins are by gender and age and do activities together, including laundry (!) </p>
<p>In the afternoons the campers can choose a variety of typical camp activities (arts &amp; crafts, archery, swimming, horses and much more). </p>
<p>As an Environmental Camp, Swift Nature Camp is dedicated to awareness and nature preservation. The nature center has microscopes and a zoo. Campers can even bring their own pets from home. All nature programs are hands on and fun. </p>
<p>Of course there is plenty of laughter, games, campfires, food, sports, fun, drama, singing, etc. that makes overnight (residential) camp an experience one remembers for their entire life.</p>
<p>I appreciate that this camp is a general camp and not a &#8220;sports camp&#8221; or &#8220;math camp&#8221; or something else ultra specific. At Swift Kids get to be kids and experience all sorts of different activities with a diverse set of campers and counselors. So much more is learned than at a specialized camp.</p>
<p>My son has learned so much from SNC. We have noticed a big difference in his attitude, manners and abilities. He is more mature, pleasant and competent. These experiences and social education are worth any price.</p>
<p>As parents, we joke tit is easy to find math, reading, or science tutors but know one tutors in social skills. We were wrong! We found exactly what my son needed at exactly the right time in his life.</p>
<p>Please consider away camp for your child. You will be glad you did! And Check our Swift. I think what makes this such a special place is that it is a non-competitive, confidence-building camp where kids get to be kids. I know it is the best thing we ever did for our son.</p>
<p>A special Thank you to Lonnie and all the magnificent counselors, cooks, nurses, etc. We hope our son returns as a counselor when he is older (it is a new goal)!</p>
<p>You can also find more information on how to pick a summer camp at this website <a target="_blank" target='_blank' href="http://www.summercampadvice">FINDING a CAMP</a></p>
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<div class='links'>Swift Nature Camp is  a non-competitive, traditional Outdoors <a target="_blank" href="http://www.swiftnaturecamp.com">SUMMER CAMP</a>. Boys and Girls ages 6-15 enjoy playing in nature, caring for animals, and learning science along with Traditional camping activities.  This <a target="_blank" href="http://www.swiftnaturecamp.com/science-atcamp.htm">Science Camp</a> is for any child that like to be outside in Nature.</div>
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		<title>Skin Mole Removal Information</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:43:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Matt Petigrew</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[To have the skin mole removal you can select several different procedures. Usually the surgeon inspects the mole and offers suggestions about the best method to use. Frequently the surgeon requests that you have a skin specialist check the mole first to make sure it's not cancerous. Most moles aren't but it's always a good precaution.]]></description>
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<p>To have the skin mole removal you can select several different procedures. Usually the surgeon inspects the mole and offers suggestions about the best method to use. Frequently the surgeon requests that you have a skin specialist check the mole first to make sure it&#8217;s not cancerous. Most moles aren&#8217;t but it&#8217;s always a good precaution.</p>
<p>The first method is a surgical incision where they cut the mole out of the skin.  They will go outside the mole border and make sure they cut out all connective tissue so that the mole cannot regrow.  Then you will receive stitches and depending on how deep the mole cut is the stitches will be on the outside of the skin or the inside.</p>
<p>The 2nd type of skin mole removal has the surgeon level off the mole by scraping it with a scalpel.  This procedure will then be cauterized so that the bleeding will stop and then you won&#8217;t need any stitches.  This method planes the mole to be level with the skin again.</p>
<p>The next method is only done if the mole is shallowly on the surface.  It will be done with a laser.  A laser will not leave scars but if the mole is deeper in the skin it may regrow.  The laser cannot penetrate deep into the skin tissue.</p>
<p>All the methods listed above can be quite painful.  If you talk to your physician first they can prescribe pain medication for the skin mole procedure and for after the removal.  Talk to your doctor about the best pain medications.</p>
<p>A skin mole can have a scab for 1 &#8221; 2 weeks.  Afterwards, the area will be red but you shouldn&#8217;t be able to tell there was a mole there previously.  If there are any scars from the removal process talk to your doctor and he can do procedures to remove those too.</p>
<p>Always prepare to pay for the procedure out of your own pocket. Most insurance companies believe that mole removal is a cosmetic surgery and won&#8217;t cover the expense. Request an estimate of the cost ahead of time, including the potential of scar removal.</p>
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		<title>Why Is A Boston Terrier An Ideal Pet</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 07:08:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Abhik Sarkar</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Boston Terrier background - Boston Terriers originate from the United States of America. It is noted that the first Boston terrier was called Hooper's Judge. He was a cross between English Bulldog and White English Terrier bred somewhere in the 1860's. Boston's where originally bred for fighting purposes.]]></description>
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<p>Boston Terrier background &#8211; Boston Terriers originate from the United States of America. It is noted that the first Boston terrier was called Hooper&#8217;s Judge. He was a cross between English Bulldog and White English Terrier bred somewhere in the 1860&#8217;s. Boston&#8217;s where originally bred for fighting purposes.</p>
<p>How to spot a Boston Terrier- Boston&#8217;s are small dogs with muscular bodies. Their chests are broad and necks slightly bent. Their facial features are prominent especially the eyes and nose. The eyes are big, dark and lively. The nose rather boxy in shape. They have typical terrier ears- small and sharp. Pelt colors range from black, brown and brindle with combination of white. Minimum cutting, shaving and general grooming is required. These dogs are the ultimate no mess or fuss pet.</p>
<p>Doggy dimensions &#8211; Standing tall at rather impressive 38 to 43 cm for a small dog and weighing in at between 5-11 Kilograms, these dogs are well built when comparing their height to weight. However there are International show weight standards for Boston&#8217;s of no less than 5 Kilograms or more than 12.5 Kilograms to fall within a perfect range. It is very important that the dogs&#8217; frame be considered when the weight is calculated.</p>
<p>Perfect Personality- These dogs have perfect personalities being both strong and loving. However it is important to keep in mind that animals have different personalities just as humans do, ranging form charming to plain rude. Boston&#8217;s tend to be a little neurotic and this can lead to over activeness and non-stop yapping. A great advantage to the breed is the ease of training due to the dogs&#8217; super intelligence, voice tone sensitivity and eagerness to learn new things. Boston terriers are wonderful house dogs once trained. The method of training employed is the most important facet to determine ultimate success and duration of training process. Strict or harsh training methods should be avoided entirely as it will just pressurize and increase nerves of the already hyperactive dog.</p>
<p>Health problems- Due to inbreeding and poor breeding practice Boston&#8217;s generally have more health problems than other dogs especially in the form of mental retardation. Some chronic problems include snoring, grunting, drooling and breathing difficulties. Eye problems are common due to the prominent positioning of the eyes. Natural births are very rare due to the narrow shape of the pelvis and large head-size of the puppies.</p>
<p>Healthy pet- Balance is key to keeping your doggy happy and health. Work out a balanced exercise and dietary program to eliminate over-activity and illness. Long walks, running and playing is a must to the fitness regime. Severe gases and obesity can be cause be fatty and high fiber diets.</p>
<p>Living conditions- Boston&#8217;s adapt to any size home and play area from apartments to farms. As long as there is a park or playground close by for regular exercise the dog will be satisfied. </p>
<p>Age Expectancy- The dog&#8217;s age expectancy is dependent upon his or her diet and level of activity. Your little yank companion can reach age 15 years and older.</p>
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		<title>Buy Magic Of Making Up Book &#8211; Why Throw Away Your Cash</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:13:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joseph Madtear</dc:creator>
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<p>The first month after the break up is the most important part of the break up. If you mess it up you just might not get your ex back. Before you do anything make sure you are not making critical mistakes and you are doing everything right.</p>
<p>relationship counselors could give you advice for $100 a hour but its not worth it. You can learn everything that a counselor would tell you by reading The Magic Of Making Up. Relationship counselors do not teach what is in The Magic Of Making Up because some of The techniques are controversial.</p>
<p>The Only kinds of people that should use The Magic Of Making Up would have to know for sure that they really want to get their ex back. If you are not sure if you want to get back with your ex then you should probably not use The Magic Of Making.</p>
<p>T.W. Jackson has been helping people get back together for a vary long time. There are videos all over the internet that he has made that are vary use full. T.W. Jackson makes it vary easy for people to contact him on The Magic Of Making Up Website. </p>
<p>The Magic Of Making Up has three books that come with it. The books are Mind Magic, Clean Slate Method, and Boost Your Metabolism. If you want a complete step by step plan to get your ex back then The Magic Of Making Up will give a step by step plan.</p>
<p>I decided to read The Magic Of Making Up when i lost my ex because i wanted learn how to get my ex back. I learned everything i needed to know to come up with a game plan to get my ex back. The book has a lot of techniques you can use to help you get your ex back.</p>
<p>The Magic Of Making Up will tell you exactly what to do before, during, and after a break up. The Magic Of Making Up has a lot of techniques such as The Fast Forward Technique, The Instant Reconnect Technique, and The Bonding Secret. </p>
<p>When you are going or about to go through a break up you need to know how to handle the situation. T.W. Jackson shows you how to control the situation and make everything o.k. The Magic Of Making Up will help stop a break up and help you get back with your ex.</p>
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		<title>Club Toys that always attract you</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:11:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bob Mercer</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[So many people are going to clubs and they are doing so many new things in the recent days. If you go to a happening club in your city, youll definitely not miss some of the glowing accessories that people around may be wearing. Especially the teenagers seem to be wearing an array of glowing bands or clip-ons around their necks, arms or belly making them look rather sizzling on the dance floor. These are the new club toys that have emerged out of no where and have flooded the club circuits.]]></description>
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<p>So many people are going to clubs and they are doing so many new things in the recent days. If you go to a happening club in your city, youll definitely not miss some of the glowing accessories that people around may be wearing. Especially the teenagers seem to be wearing an array of glowing bands or clip-ons around their necks, arms or belly making them look rather sizzling on the dance floor. These are the new club toys that have emerged out of no where and have flooded the club circuits.</p>
<p>Most clubs are dark and the dance floor is lit only by the sparkles and beams of the disco balls and other hidden lighting systems that the clubs have. In this atmosphere you will barely be seen unless you are an exceptionally good dancer or you stand out in some manner. But a new way that people have found out to make their presence felt in the clubs are though the club toys. When you see a person sporting a club toy, you will notice them. The club toys glow and display enticing patterns of colors. </p>
<p>The happy spin ball: This is spinning ball with flashy colors and bright reflective material. This has a series of colors displayed in circles making the ball look like a magnificent symphony of colors. These rings of colors not only serve as a fun element for you, but they also make you look dashy. This is easily portable making it easy for you to sport it in any party you attend at a club.</p>
<p>Bright hand glow gloves: When you wear these gloves they automatically express your immense passion for club culture. These are gloves you wear that are made of a new generation of glowing material. The material used these days glow for a rather long time. The coolest part of this toy is that it glows in the dark, making your presence felt when the disco lights flash in the club. This club toy is reusable and is a great new invention.</p>
<p>Body Lights: Body lights are perhaps the most popular option in the club toys section which has recently taken off the party circuit by storm. They are latest of the kind illuminated jewellery available for almost all the visible parts of your body. They are available in different styles and colours and are particularly made for your belly, arms, ears, hair and styles that can clip anywhere. Available in combination of vibrant shades they are the crazy targets of almost all party freaks in town. You can them at the club stores or many of the fashion stores online.    </p>
<p>You could buy these toys online at most fashion and club stores. Clubs also sell these are rather high prices with a logo of their club or something similar. When you wear these on you, you will be showing your passion for club culture. Unless you want to advertise for a club by paying a high price for their marked toys, you could buy them for cheaper online. After all it is the spirit of club culture that matters.</p>
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		<title>Why organic foods?</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:03:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karol Wariala</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="KonaBody"><!-- google_ad_section_start --><!--Amazon_CLS_IM_START--><div style='font-style:italic;' class='byline'>by Karol Wariala</div>
<p>Co-written by:  <a target="_blank" target='_blank' href="http://www.dressingarea.com/catalog/Ceasar+Salad/3370831/ceasar+salad/0/0/1" title="Salad Cesar">Salad Cesar</a>. Anyone aware of the amount of chemicals included in highly processed food is aware of the importance and the benefits of organic foods in the first place. By the difference between conventional and organic food, we don&#8217;t necessarily imply the one between an organic and a non-organic apple. What needs to be insisted on consists in the real benefits of organic foods for health first and foremost. </p>
<p>Organic food represents part of the recommended diet for people who suffer from various chronic conditions like cancer for instance. Although lots of people claim that there is little difference in terms of nutrients, the absence of hormones and chemicals from organic food works great for the promotion of a state of well-being. Lots of consumer analyses do not refer to the difference in nutrients value, there are studies however that indicate superior characteristics and more benefits of organic foods in the first place.</p>
<p>It seems that among the benefits of organic foods we ought to include more vitamin C, higher levels of trace minerals and plenty of anti-oxidant nutrients. A report issued by the US Department of Agriculture shows that a significant decline has been registered in the level of minerals of the non-organic crops since 1940. </p>
<p>The fact that nowadays we store food extensively and we treat and process the products so much contributes to an alteration of the nutritional value.</p>
<p>The higher content of dry matter is one other of the benefits of organic foods. To make this clear, we have to consider the fact that the use of the artificial fertilizers causes the fruits or vegetables to retain more water and thus swell. Thus, a non-organic apple gives less food than an organic one. Nevertheless, besides the different amounts of nutrients, more advantages of organic food can be identified.</p>
<p>First of all, virtually no pesticide residues can be traced in organic products. Even if conventional food producers say that pesticides are no threat to human health, one doesn&#8217;t have to be an expert to know that the ingestion of anything chemical can&#8217;t be healthy and positive for the body in terms of effects. The benefits of organic foods are over-emphasized at present, with more and more people choosing them instead of conventional foods. </p>
<p>In time this preference will definitely trigger a shift of the market and even a reformulation of the standards that define organic food in the first place.</p>
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		<title>Calling All Wine Snobs</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:23:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Johnny Angolini</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Do you take the glass and swish the contents around after the Sommelier pours a small amount of wine in your glass, and then set your nose over the glass rim acting as if you know what the heck you are checking for?]]></description>
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<p>Do you take the glass and swish the contents around after the Sommelier pours a small amount of wine in your glass, and then set your nose over the glass rim acting as if you know what the heck you are checking for?</p>
<p>That was a mouthful I know, and a bit embarrassing from an English grammarian view point, but not as embarrassing as it will be if some one dares asks you, if you know what you&#8217;re doing when you&#8217;re performing this snobbish ritual.</p>
<p>In the early 20th century, when formal dining out was in it&#8217;s hay day, it was or seemed to be chic to check the nose of the wine and test it on your palette. But those days have gone by&#8230; And I mean long ago! So for your sake, please don&#8217;t ever do that when presented a bottle of wine at your table in a restaurant. Even if you are prompted to do so by the Sommelier or even a friendly waiter trying to score points with your party. Do not and I mean do not do this.</p>
<p>If you do accept the challenge, chances are you and the server will end up at the center of an uncomfortable and awkward moment. So for both of you, just tell the wine Sommelier or server that you are sure the wine will be fine and let them pour and be on their way.</p>
<p>While you manage to restrain yourself, realize that the larger the group the more likely you will experience a wine snob performing the wine swish, swallow and glowing attributes of the wine selection. For they just can&#8217;t refrain from describing the chocolate and berry nose, satiny finish and the slight taste of tannin. Just know they most likely don&#8217;t really have a clue, it&#8217;s all just made up crap.</p>
<p>Quasi wine aficionados are a dime a dozen and very easy to spot. It&#8217;s truly amazing to watch a wine drinker start spouting off flowery language attempting to describe which most often is just an average wine. And many times less than and average wine it turns out.</p>
<p>Present day rules, if such a thing exists, state that it&#8217;s best to just select a wine you like and leave it at that. It&#8217;s all about the wine drinking experience and enjoying it and time with your friends and family. Realize that your taste is just as well healed as anyone else you are most likely to hang out with or dine alongside. Do you really care if the wine has a hint of Rose&#8217; or some other crazy mixture? Probably not.</p>
<p>A money saving tip: When dining out, call the restaurant ahead of time and ask if you can bring your own wine and if the restaurant can just charge corkage. This is a policy that a lot of restaurants have or are familiar with and are willing to provide you. It can mean the difference between buying a $12 bottle at a store and paying $25 to $40 for the same wine at the restaurant.</p>
<p>There is no payoff for being a wine snob. There is a big payoff for selecting a nice wine that you like and enjoy. A pleasant outing and keeping your dignity in tact is really worth killing the urge to appear as a wine expert. Let the quasi wine snobs look ridiculous . You will be glad you did.</p>
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