Is Your Diet Very Healthy? Take this Quiz

The world's healthiest foods website (whfoods.org) has a quiz you can take to see how much of the healthiest foods you are eating and based on your answers, it will tell you what vitamins and nutrients you are probably lacking.

Check out the quiz here.

This non-profit website was founded by a guy who became a wealthy mogul by starting a health food company called Health Valley Foods in 1970. Though his principles were sound, the food was mostly packaged, convenience food. He sold the company in 1996 and now operates this non-profit web-site to give back and also possibly to atone for selling too many granola bars over the years.

The healthiest foods are non-packaged, non-processed foods.

This is the best site we've seen on truly healthy foods and it gives the highest quality information about their nutritional values. Check out the 100 healthiest foods.

Weight Loss for Men - Visualize It

If you have an iPhone or iTouch and are a male who wants to lose weight, check out this Virtual Weight Loss Avatar for men. It's fun to get visual milestones for each few pounds you lose.

As with the similar app for women (Virtual Weight Loss for Women), this app is based on BMI calculations so it will look different for men who weigh the same but are different heights.

Outdoor Exercise for Weight Loss

Here's a fun story from a discussion about mindless eating. Photo via wheany.

Outdoor Cat v.s Indoor Cat:

Living in the country we had pet cats that lived outdoors.

All of these outdoor cats had to be called to come to eat and did not beg for food. Most of the time they were 50 to 100 yards away from our house. Being predators they were constantly roaming, killing mice and occasionally a bird and patrolling their territory of a couple of acres. Needless to say all of these cats during my childhood were healthy, lean and fit cats.

As young adults we took our pet country cat to live with us in our apartment. The cat ate more food. Begged for food. Yowled for more food and was always underfoot looking for more food. He was left alone most of the day to an empty apartment. He quickly gained a huge amount of weight. Seeing that he was not fit for apartment living and was getting to be a fat cat with nothing better to do than beg for food, we took back home to our parents in the country.

Quickly, the cat lost weight and stopped begging for food since he had mice to chase and a couple of acres to patrol and occupy his time.

We humans sit in our homes watching TV and "reality shows", playing on the computer playing virtual games and wonder why we get fat.

Losing 200 Pounds

Becky Griggs has lost an amazing 200 pounds. At her heaviest, six years ago, she weighed 352.

She now weighs 150 and has become a personal trainer. She's 43 years old and the mother of two grown children.

Becky cut out sugar and flour from her diet. She eats five times a day and works out regularly. Check out her story at CNN (From Fat to Gym Rat) and see her short video below;

Slim Fast Recall

Ten million cans of Slim-Fast ready to drink products are being recalled due to a possible health risk. Slim-Fast is owned by Unilever and in cooperation with the FDA they are recalling the products because of the possibility of contamination with Bacillus cereus, a micro-organism, which may cause diarrhea and possibly nausea and/or vomiting. The probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.

These ready to drink products were being sold in stores nationwide.

No other Slim-Fast® products are affected by this recall. No Slim-Fast® powdered shakes, meal bars, or snack bars are included.

Consumers who have bought Slim-Fast® RTD products in cans are urged to discard them immediately and contact the company at 1-800-896-9479 for a full refund.

How to keep our immune system healthy

Take care of your body's self-defense system and it will take care of you.

Our immune system is an amazing network of specialized cells and organs that work together to protect us from infection by viruses and bacteria. When we do fall ill, it launches an attack against the infection and helps us to recover.

During the colder months of the year, when we are more susceptible to viruses such as

Losing 250 Pounds

Suzi has lost an incredible 256 pounds in one and a half years. She was a morbidly obese 430 pounds 18 months ago. She's a 40 year old single mother and now weighs 176.

She was able to accomplish this incredible feat without weight loss surgery. But she did quit her job and moved in with her parents to focus on weight loss. She's kept up a very time-intensive exercise regiment to get rid of the loose and flabby skin.

Her typical breakfast these days is a bowl of oatmeal and fruit. (Photo of oatmeal, blueberries and sunflower seeds shown here is via Flickr).

See her inspiring story here.

Catherine Loses 35 Pounds

Catherine lost 35 pounds and has kept the weight off for the past year. She's 30 years old, 5'7" tall and used to weigh 168. In the photo here she weighs 132.

She was able to break the cycle of overeating by joining Crossfit as well as learning about nutrition and beginnning to cook her own meals. See her inspiring story and before and after photos here.

Lose the Belly - a Weight Loss App

If you happen to be one of the 50 million people who use an iPhone or iTouch check out these two free apps on losing the belly. They are each a collection of the 15 best videos you will find on YouTube to help you lose weight. Included is diet and exercise advice.

One is aimed at men with more emphasis on building six-pack abs Lose the Belly for Men and the other is for women, with more emphasis on yoga poses Lose the Belly for Women. Both apps include some of the best advice for what foods to eat for weight loss.

Diabetes without Insulin

The Los Angeles Times has five stories of people who were diagnosed with diabetes but who later kicked the insulin habit with diet and exercise. See their inspiring stories here.

Hidup Sederhana

Pada dasarnya manusia mempunyai kecendrungan terhadap harta benda, berupa makanan, pakaian, uang dan sebagainya. Untuk mendapatkan apa yang diinginkannya maka manusia berikhtiar dengan berbagai cara, seperti berdagang, bercocok tanam, menjadi buruh, karyawan serta profesi lainnya.

Kecintaan terhadap harta benda akan meningkat dengan bertambahnya usia dan bertambahnya pengetahuan, adakalanya orang kaya akan makin rajin berusaha dan kadangkala melupakan kewajiban lainnya, bahkan melupakan Allah Swt.

Disamping harta itu banyak manfaatnya bagi manusia adakalanya harta itu menyibukkan dan dapat merusak jiwa dengan berbagai macam penyakit, berupa tidak enak makan.

Harta bukanlah jaminan untuk mendapat kebahagiaan, karena kebahagiaan tidak terletak pada materi, atau harta benda yang melimpah ruah. Kebahagiaan yang hakiki terletak pada bathin atau jiwa sebagaimana sabda Rasulullah Saw : "Kekayaan itu tidak terletak pada harta yang banyak, sesungguhnya kekayaan itu adalah kaya Jiwa (yakni senang hati)".(HR:Muttafaq 'alaih).

Membelanjakan harta yang bersifat tengah-tengah membutuhkan perhitungan yang matang, dengan memperhitungkan uang yang ada dan barang yang dibutuhkan dengan sederhana. Agar kebutuhan yang kita laksanakan menjadikan hidup kita hidup yang sederhana dengan tidak mengumbar harta benda dengan berlebihan, tatkala itu semua menjadikan akhir hidup kita dengan kemelaratan.

Tidak sedikit orang yang hidup di dunia ini mengejar harta dan materi yang berlebihan, tidak mengenal siang dan malam, tidak mengenal istirahat bahkan sampai melupakan Tuhan yang menciptakannya, berakibat fatal bagi hidupnya. Karena kalau harta yang dikejarnya tidak kesampaian, atau habis terbakar, dicuri dan dirampok dan sejenisnya bisa membawa mereka kepada Stres bahkan sampai menjadi gila.

Oleh karena itu apabila kita hidup dengan Qana'ah, Insya Allah ketengan hidup akan diperoleh, baik di dunia ataupun di akhirat kelak.. Amin.....

Take exercise

Regular, moderate exercise is good for our immune system. It reduces the risk of common infections such as colds and flu. It also helps protect us from several serious diseases, including cardiovascular disease, Type 2 diabetes and some forms of cancer.

The Department of Health recommends a minimum of 30 minutes of at least moderate intensity activity on five days a week or more. You don't have

Hair problems?

Women who have an eating disorder often can't recognize the problem or they try to hide it, making diagnosis difficult. But a new method involving hair analysis may provide a more objective means of determining whether someone is a sufferer. As hair grows continuously by adding new proteins (the make-up of which is influenced by a person's nutritional state and eating patterns), each follicle

Losing Weight at Age 30

Roseann lost and gained many dozens of pounds when she was in her twenties. When she turned 30 however, she decided to make a major lifestyle change. She went on to lose 90 pounds.

She has maintained her weight (150 pounds at 5'10 tall) for 17 years now.

Check out her weight loss story and before and after pics here.

Taking the Stairs

A Stockholm subway station found a way to get more people to take the stairs rather than the escalator. See the video below.

Talk to your doctor

Doctors find it more difficult to diagnose complex pain in women than men due to poor communication. New research suggests that women with chronic pain tend to give brief, vague details, while men readily describe their chronic pain in precise symptom-based facts. This means that doctors are better able to diagnose the sources of chronic pain in men, which may lead to more appropriate treatments

Simple diet tips

Try these easy ways to improve digestion.
• Eat at least five portions of fruit and vegetables every day.
• Replace white bread with wholemeal, granary or multi-grain varieties.
• Serve casseroles and curries with brown rice or wholewheat pasta.
• In baking recipes, replace white flour with wholemeal, buckwheat or unrefined rye flour.
• Add cooked barley, wheat or seeds to salads.
• Eat a pot of

Nutrients help fight flu

A nutritional supplement containing antioxidants, minerals and other nutrients was found to help immune function and reduce risk of infection in frail older people, according to a US study.

Fifty-two nursing-home residents aged 65 and over were given an experimental supplement, while 40 others received a standard liquid nutrition product.

Participants were immunized against the flu four weeks

Health and fertility

Being healthy is crucial for both of you if you're trying to conceive.
• Diet- A nutritious, balanced diet will help ensure you are healthy enough to conceive and to nourish a growing baby. A healthy diet benefits sperm production.
• Weight - Being under or overweight can disrupt hormone balance, which can reduce fertility. Women who are very active or have a low level of body fat may not ovulate

Benefits from folic acid

If you're concerned about hearing loss as you get older, taking a supplement of folic acid may prove to be the solution. New Dutch research - conducted in Switzerland and published in the journal Archives of Internal Medicine - reports favourable results for this B vitamin following a study of 728 participants between the ages of 50 and 70. Half the study group received 800 micrograms of folate (

Getting the Motivation to Exercise

Here are a couple of great motivational videos encouraging us to exercise on a regular basis.

Breast Cancer

Scientists have long known about two specific mutations of genes that significantly increase a woman's risk of breast cancer, but these mutations are extremely rare. Now, two recent studies, one in Britain and one in the US, have identified four more genes that could indicate increased susceptibility to breast cancer. 'What we hope is that each of these genes will lead us to better understand the

Omega-3 may reduce dementia

Research suggests that older people who regularly consume oils high in omega-3 are 60% less likely to develop dementia than those who do not. Omega-3s are polyunsaturated fatty acids believed to have a number of significant health benefits. The French-funded study examined the diets of more than 8,000 people over the age of 65. None had dementia when the study commenced, but after four years

5 hearty things to do today

There are simple steps you can take to improve your heart health, which will also be good for your overall health. The more changes you make, the greater the benefits.
Leave your car at home and walk to the supermarket.
Go for a brisk 30-minute walk in your lunch hour. Or get off the bus one stop early and walk the rest of the way.
Put on some lively music and dance in the living room.
Use

Benefits from Lemon Tea

We should take lemon in tea as it has many good benefits to our body. According to health mag, a dash of lemon juice could enhance the health benefits of green tea, according to a US study. Researchers tested citrus juices, milk and other substances often added to tea by putting them through a model simulating human digestion. The aim was to test their effect on catechins, naturally occurring

Benefits of the sunshine

Vitamin D may help slow the ageing process, suggests a study at King's College London. Among 2,160 women aged 18 to 79, those with high levels of vitamin D had longer telomeres, which are part of our DNA. As we get older, our telomeres get shorter and are more prone to age-associated illnesses, so longer ones indicate a biologically younger body. Lead researcher Dr Brent Richards said, 'This may

Ways to prevent indigestion

Here are 10 ways you can help prevent indigestion
Eat little and regularly to avoid an acid build-up.
Eat slowly. It gives your digestive system time to crank into action.
Cut out, or eat less of, any foods that seem to induce your symptoms.
Keep a food diary to help you identify the foods that give you indigestion. Note what you eat and when, plus the times at which symptoms occur.
If you smoke,

Patient Weight Loss

John used to weigh 227 pounds. Now, two years later his weight is in the 150's. He's adhered to a slow weight loss program, and hasn't wanted to lose more than one pound a week. It's worked out great for him. He's reached his ideal weight and feels much healthier now. See his story here.

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How to keep the blood pressure down

There are simple steps you can take to lower your blood pressure, which will also be good for your overall health. The more changes you make, the greater the benefits. Based on our own experience, these simple steps really helps my father to lower his BP.

Cut down on salt - don't add it to your food, choose natural rather than processed foods and check the labels. Adults should have no more than

Acid Reflux

Here are the most common reasons why others suffered from Acid Reflux. Try to avoid the following:
eating a large meal
spicy or fatty foods
smoking, which makes the sphincter more relaxed
long gaps between meals, which allow stomach acid to build up
pregnancy - the growing baby pushes the stomach closer to the esophagus
particular foods: oranges and chocolate make the sphincter more relaxed;

Simple ways to keep energy levels constant

Hear are four simple ways to keep you energy levels constant.

Always eat breakfast. After 10-12 hours without food your blood sugar levels are low and you need to eat to refuel and give your body energy. There are other benefits to breakfast - research shows that people who eat breakfast are more productive and focused during the morning, control their weight better and consume more nutrients

How to remove warts?

While I was reading a magazine about health, I found and learned that the tea tree oil could help get rid your warts. Doctors at Belfast City Hospital reported that a 12-year-old girl who rubbed the oil into her warts found they disappeared after 12 days (they hang around for anything between several weeks and two years without treatment). Tea tree oil has antiviral properties ad so could help

Losing Weight for the Wedding

One year ago Regina set a goal to lose 60 pounds. She wanted to be in great shape for her wedding. At that point she weighed 195 pounds at 5'1" tall.

She has succeeded in losing 43 pounds so far. She's done it via exercise and a high protein diet.

Her fiancé is an ER nurse and "has seen some horrible situations with young girls overdosing on diet pills and other things like that. I made it a point to not do anything like that to my body. The only pill I take is a multivitamin.”

And she likes her new lifestyle and energy level so much that she says “This is forever for me. I like the way it (exercising and eating healthy) makes me feel and I don’t plan on giving that up.”

See her story here.

Tips for Losing Fat

Here's a good video about seven tips to change your eating habits for effective, long-term weight loss.

Realistic Weight Loss Goals: Simple Steps To Ensure Your Weight Loss Success

Setting Realistic weight loss goals is a key factor in your weight loss and dieting success. Many people make the error of setting unrealistic goals when starting a new weight loss or diet program. The consequence of setting unrealistic goals is you set yourself up for failure. What is an example of an unrealistic goal? One example could be "I will try to exercise to lose the weight." or "I will eat fewer desserts to lose weight!" These goals will destroy a person's ability to continue dieting because they are vague and impossible to measure. When you set goals you cannot achieve the result is frustration that will lead to failure. Give yourself every chance to succeed and to ensure your success you must set realistic goals for weight loss.

When setting weight loss and dieting goals you must create goals that are easily achieved goals I call this type of goal a short-term realistic weight loss goal. By short-term I am talking about any goal that can achieve in the next seven days. Once you have made the list of short-term goals go back and review your list. To make these goals more powerful and achievable under each goal write down every action you need to take to make sure you achieve these goals. When you are listing all the actions be as specific as you can. The more clearly you can define your goal the faster you will achieve the goal. Planning how you approach dieting is crucial and setting realistic weight loss goals is an important factor to your success. The goals you have chosen to pursue must be very clear in your mind and to help you strengthen your understanding of your goals fill your goals with vivid detail, phrase them as very positive statements and in your mind see yourself as already having achieved these goals. Whenever you create another weight loss goal think of the goal as a "roadmap". A "roadmap" is a valuable tool when you plan a journey because it contains information, details, and above all the path you need to take to reach your destination. Your short-term realistic weight loss goals are your "roadmap" for you to follow on your weight loss and dieting journey. This is the reason for creating your weight loss goals using the method we just described: make your goals clearly defined, rich in detail, and as specific as possible. Once you have mastered this approach to creating your realistic weight loss goals all you have to do is follow the path you have created and watch your success rise up before you.

I know I am beginning to sound like a "broken record" but this is absolutely fundamental to your success. You must to plan every step of setting weight loss goals and dieting. There is another element to think about when you are creating and setting weight loss goals. This element is to phrase your goals in a positive voice. An example of a positive goal would be "This week I have focused on my goal and I have achieved my weight loss goal in the last seven days. I feel better, I am happy and I have a clear vision of what I need to do in the next seven days to achieve my next weight loss goal." Or, "I am enjoying all the foods that are on my diet. As I am achieving my goals I know I will achieve this week's goal of losing two pounds." Losing two pounds in a week might not seem like a significant goal but to lose the two pounds you must change your daily routine in ways you might not realize. What are these changes? To lose weight, you have to change the portion sizes in all your meals. We all become accustomed to a portion size and changing that portion size is a big change. To changing your portion sizes will require discipline and focus. Another change is the time of day you eat your meals. The healthy weight loss and dieting programs will require you to eat some form of breakfast lunch and dinner but you will also be required to eat a small meal/snack at mid-morning and mid-afternoon. Can you be focused enough to change your eating patterns? Do not minimize the impact of this change, it may sound simple but it is a change to your fundamental behavior. To lose two pounds I mentioned earlier you would be changing every eating pattern and habit that you have developed in your life. This is not easy but it is possible to make these changes. Even the losing small amounts of weight require planning, focus and dedication.

Set aside a particular time to create your goals. If possible find a quiet place where you can concentrate completely on just creating these goals. Read your goals out loud. Listen to them. When you hear them how do you feel? Do the goals sound realistic? Start with simple goals. As you write your list of realistic weight loss goals you will see your path to success. The one fact that is absolutely true is the more defined your goals and the more precise your goals the more certain you will each of your goals and so much more.

The outcome of creating your short-term realistic weight loss goals is to lead you to a clear vision of your long-term weight loss goals. Consider a long-term goal to be any goal you achieve in a year or longer. Think about what you would like to weigh in one year? How do you think you will look? How do you want to feel? Begin to create a clear, focused vision of who you will be. Fill your mind with as many details as you can, details such as what you will be wearing in a year from today, is the sun out, what emotions are you feeling after a year of successful weight loss and dieting. No detail should be left out. All the amazing changes you can imagine are possible and all these changes start with realistic weight loss goals. Take the time to create realistic weight loss goals and they will propel you through the dieting process. By taking these few simple steps you will give yourself very important tools to create great weight loss and dieting success. Decide today that you will be successful, plot your path and begin by creating your first weight loss goal. After that all you have to do is follow the path you have created and never look back. Read More

The Vital Role of Diet & Food In Your Tummy Tuck Success

Preparing for a tummy tuck surgery in Hawaii or anywhere else means not only preparing your body for the procedure, but also your diet and food intake. The most important thing to remember though is to take note of your cosmetic surgeon's recommendations because they will be tailored specifically to your lifestyle, your overall health and other unique factors.

There are some general rules that are applicable to most, sometimes all, who will be undergoing a tummy tuck. This article is intended to bring them to your attention so you can be aware of some of the general rules you should follow in the days and weeks leading up to this cosmetic procedure.

During that time before your tummy tuck you should pay attention to your diet. That means regulating what you consume so you're eating healthy foods. Why? The improved diet can have an effect on your health, including the immune system. The immune system can play a vital role in your successful recovery so it's important to increase any advantage you can there.

More importantly, though, is that you are eating foods that are specifically healthy for a person undergoing a tummy tuck surgery. Your surgeon should give you suggestions and guidance on this, but a couple of important pieces of information you should know:

A multivitamin is usually a good choice for your health, but you should discuss taking one during this time with your plastic surgeon. Multivitamins, in some cases, can slow the recovery process.

Vitamin E can also present complications for tummy tuck patients. This vitamin can disrupt blood clotting so avoiding Vitamin E supplements, especially in the 2 weeks preceeding surgery, is recommended.

You should try to prepare and freeze enough meals to get you through 2 weeks following your tummy tuck. You may be up and mobile before those 2 weeks are through, but it's best to make things as easy for yourself as possible.

Some foods that will fill your need for healthy, simple meals:

* Soup
* Applesauce
* Yogurt
* Protein Shakes
* Oatmeal
* Cottage Cheese
* Juice

Lastly, talk to your plastic surgeon about low-sodium foods that may help in reducing any swelling you may experience.

Remember, follow the surgeon's recommendations on your diet for both the time leading up to surgery as well as afterward. Foods that are usually healthy may not be so following your procedure. Read More

Starting Miami Real Estate Investing

Investing at Miami real estate is very easy to learn, though there are important areas that are needed to understand before trying to initiate investing. Though there are lots of books, seminars and training being offered to fully understand real estate investing, there are only few of them provide the best knowledge in investing in Miami. In attaining success in investing, you need to undergo different trials and obstacles to experience different situation in investing a real estate. Thus, it requires a lot of perseverance and you must be determined enough if you are really willing and interested with starting up a Miami real estate investing.

Investing in a real estate is not an instant success that anyone can attain in just one day or weeks, month or years. It usually takes a lot of years but of course this will depend on how much aggressive you are in taking some risk. You must learn different strategies on how to maximize your profit and willing to take some risks. In investing you need to expect that it actually takes some time to gain a profit and you need to undergo a lot of transactions that usually do not work. But to those transaction that you have successfully deal with will surely worth the hard work you apply. And as long as you see yourself enjoying taking some risks then you are on the way to your success in due time.

There are situation that Miami real estate properties drop on their values which is a direct hit on your face. But of course you need to stand firm and avoid big damages to happen. It is very normal that there are really times that investing is really going down, but as soon as the market turns around, that will be the time to take advantage of it and be aggressive in investing in different properties to earn more, but of course there is a risk that it will not work the way you want it to work. You must be open in buying foreclosed property and bank own properties. Miami real estate investing is just like a wheel, sometimes you are up and sometimes you're down.

One of the challenging things that you can encounter in investing is looking for financial support. You have to use leverage in the business so you can have a hand in arranging financial activities. Also, don't buy a property with no down payment. This may cause properties to be in the list foreclosure properties.

When you are really in to Miami real estate investing, you may need to start purchasing foreclosure property because most of the time you can ask discounts on these properties and sell it in a higher price. But of course you need to be careful in choosing a foreclosed property to buy.

Investing in Marin Real Estate: Is it Right for You?

If you're interested in buy a home, there is always good and bad in every market scenario, and now is no exception to this generalization. Marin real estate, like so many other markets around the country, has seen better days. That may be good news or bad depending upon your position and point of view. The opportunities there may have seen worse days as well.

The most important aspect to consider when looking into a new investment is having a complete understanding of current market conditions. Equally relevant is having knowledge as to how those conditions will affect you, specifically. What is good for you may be perfect for the next guy and a calamity for the fellow who came your investment.before.your i

You must know your situation: having a firm grip on your finances, future earnings potential, and the leverage/risk ratios you are most comfortable undertaking. If you are actively considering a new home in the Marin real estate market, you most likely have an exceptional portfolio, and understand your positions well. Seeking the right investment, whether it will be your primary homestead or an outright investment opportunity can be challenging. Even looking at Marin County foreclosures may be a great opportunity. None of us, however, can be proficient in everything we undertake.

This holds true for purchasing real estate. When you come to the point you know you are ready to take the next step, make sure you have the right professionals behind you. Marin real estate is a complex marketplace and surrounding yourself with knowledgeable individuals is key to your success.

Be sure you find the perfect professional that fits your personality and style of investing. If you have made other large purchases, you know that being able to trust and count on your broker is imperative. When the right deal comes your way, being able to take advantage of it in a timely fashion can mean the difference between having your bid accepted, and getting beaten out by a competitor. The right professional relationship will go a long way towards ensuring you success in the investment arena.

Other important aspects of having the best team around you will show up in the searching process. Does your choice of agents allow you to see everything that may be right for you? You should feel comfortable with their advice. If you don't, it's time to move on.

The classic saying regarding real estate success is "location, location, location." Another well known contractual clause is "time is of the essence". Timing, in today's market is quickly overtaking the concept of location as the most important aspect involving real estate purchases. While there are a number of unsavory market conditions in effect today, there are also positive ones that you can take advantage of as well.

In order to be able to move fast, you need to be prepared. Having earnest money set aside, ready for the contract submissions is imperative. Even having standard proposals ready for the particulars of a property will save you valuable time. Getting your bid in first creates a psychological advantage in your favor in the minds of the sellers. You'll want any and every benefit you can create for yourself once you know this property is the one for you.

Be sure you do your homework. Buying Marin real estate is competitive and rewarding. Surround yourself with the best team, be prepared, and find the winning property for your investment.

Seven Tips To Digging The Most Out Of Your Real Estate Education

Real estate has always been one of the most dynamic industries in the world. Real estate investing has helped many of the wealthiest people in the world to gain their wealth. It is still profitable to invest in real estate even in the present market as oppose to the opinions in the news. The old adage of "it's the only thing that they're not making any more of" is still true. The market naturally fluctuates and every wave must have a trough. After that, the industry will definitely rebound. Therefore, if you've been thinking of getting into the industry, now is still a good time. The real estate education is crucial in the whole process. You can work in any dimension you select once you have done that.

There are seven important tips about learning the most from your real estate education.

* Invest in your real estate investment education. You must devote the time in order to obtain the information you need for your education. Read through the top blogs in this area and then post your own responses. You should attend real estate forums and talk with some experienced real estate investors to obtain valuable information.

* Specialize in an area. It's more to your advantage to have an area of real estate specialty than just general knowledge. You have to be a specialists to be hired by a big company.

Become a member of a real estate club. A real estate club can provide you the added knowhow that you need and also some excellent contacts within the industry. There are times when you do not have anytime to go to a physical real estate club. Hence, the best way is to join a virtual real estate club online.

Go above and beyond the call of duty. To improve your real estate education research some good books on Amazon. Many excellent resources can enhance your education. Take the initiative to find information that's top quality.

* An internship can be taken. Being an intern at a well-respected company can have a significant positive impact on the opinions of potential future employers. The experience that you get can not be taught in a classroom, only through getting into the field. It is also a good way to have more contacts in the real estate industry.

Anticipate to work a lot. To get a decent working knowledge of real estate will involve learning many different subjects. You will have an opportunity to learn more about topics such as resource management, business skills, management skills, contracting law, as well as negotiation skills at the very same time.

* The experience will be fun. Investing your time and money into getting an education in real estate might be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life.

Learning how to do something that you are passionate about is one of the very best things you may ever do in your lifetime. If you are really cut out to be a real estate agent then you will adore this job for as long as you live.

Property Investment London - The way ahead

Investing in real estate is not just finding a place that a person could call home. Over the years, investing in property and real estate has become more of an investment vehicle, with the real estate market providing a lot of opportunities to the investors wanting to make big capital gains. In recent times, many investors are showing their interest in the UK property market, with the UK economy past the worst of recession and genuine growth near at hand. In recent months, there has been an increase in sales in the Central London property market; the prices of prime properties in London have also increased. As of now, property investment London is making a lot of sense.

Having taken the decision to invest in the London property market, potential investors would need to be clear about some other details as well. They would need to decide on the specific sectors in which they would want to invest their money. They could buy properties in the individual house market or go for new property developments London. Over the last couple of years, these two sectors have performed strongly; capital has appreciated the right way and the property owners are also able to find tenants quite easily.

The next step in property investment London is to identify central London estate agents of repute. These experts and professionals can offer advice on prime locations for investing, introduce the investors to the developers, facilitate loans from banks and finance houses, and even help owners maintain their properties to maximise the capital and letting value of the same. The investors, wanting the services of property tax accountants and solicitors, can also depend on their estate agents to address this need.

There are some well-established real estate agents that can help you with property investment London. Some of these come with full fledged web sites and so accessing their services is that much easier and hassle free. These real estate agents would acquaint you with the best Central London properties and assist you in every possible way. One could say that they have a broader perspective on the London property market and you can make the most of their experience and expertise to invest in the best properties in the area. So, whether you are in need of family houses in Central London that you can sublet or are interested in new developments in the area, the right kind of real estate agents would help you find just the place you are looking for.

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Lose Belly Fat After Pregnancy - Feel Sexy in Your Skinny Jeans for Good!

WARNING: Before you go on another quick-fix diet, before you buy another bottle of over-priced, over-hyped diet pills, before you start doing long, mind-numbing cardio workouts, read this life-changing letter...

So, you want to lose belly fat after pregnancy so you can feel sexy in your skinny jeans? But, wait a minute, you want a LASTING change, right?

Read on and I will lay out 4 ways to get you into your skinny jeans after pregnancy in 90 days... FOR GOOD!

Before I roll out the tips, first things first. You NEED to make a choice. Do you REALLY want to lose belly fat after pregnancy? Check yes or no. Are you willing to DO WHAT IT TAKES to lose belly fat after pregnancy? Check yes or no. Are you ALL IN so you can feel sexy in your skinny jeans after pregnancy? Check yes or no. If you've checked YES for all 3 questions, then you are ready to move on. You are committed to make a change and lose belly fat! Let's get to it...

1. Make a meal plan AHEAD of time

It's important that you have a plan in place on what you will be eating. I suggest finding healthy recipes and putting a plan in place on what meals you will eat for the next 7 days. Include Breakfast, Lunch, Snack and Dinner in your meal plan for every day. This is imperative if you want to lose belly fat after pregnancy. I followed a simple plan to strip the fat from my belly after pregnancy. My belly has always been a "problem area" for me, but it is in the best shape ever! Follow your meal plan to the "T" and I promise you will see insane results in 90 days.

2. Exercise EVERY day

If you can implement activity into your daily activities you will see fast results. Having a baby can through a loop into an exercise plan, but including your baby or children in your exercise plan will reap HUGE benefits. Start a simple routine of going for a walk every day and then boost it up a notch by doing a circuit training workout 2-3 times/week by yourself.

3. Nurse until your child is at least 12 months

Nursing burns MEGA calories. If you have the luxury of nursing, stick with it. Not only will your baby reap major benefits, but you will lose belly fat by torching all those calories by making milk! Keep it up Mom!

4. Visualize your fat loss

See yourself losing that belly fat! Incorporate all 5 senses when you visualize the fat disappearing from your body. Remember, you may not see the scale move too much in the beginning of your program, BUT you will be losing fat. SEE YOURSELF SKINNY!

We all have our own form of "skinny." It's important that you do not fall into an unrealistic weight goal for your body type. Keep your head in the game and always remember why you started your plan in the first place! YOU WANT TO LOSE BELLY FAT AFTER PREGNANCY SO YOU CAN FEEL SEXY IN YOUR SKINNY JEANS!

Read on to see how you can lose belly fat safely and naturally for good!

See Rapid and Healthy Weight Loss with the Mediterranean Diet!

The Mediterranean approach to eating is widely accepted as one of the healthiest diets in the world. In this case, the word "diet" refers to a particular cuisine, but experts have found that this same method of eating can provide rapid and healthy weight loss!

The Mediterranean diet combines cuisines from southern France, Greece, Tunisia, Morocco, Spain, and southern Italy. Made up mostly of fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, heart-healthy oils and fats, nuts and beans, and lean protein, this diet enables you to eliminate unhealthy processed foods with little effort.

Obesity has the power to shorten your life span by five to twenty years! The Mediterranean diet can help you achieve and maintain a healthy weight, without the deprivation associated with most diets. Amazing health benefits have been attributed to this particular diet. These benefits include a decrease in the risk of Alzheimer's and dementia, heart disease, and even cancer!

Consider for a minute the ten power foods of the Mediterranean diet: almonds, bell peppers, broccoli, spinach, tomatoes, blueberries, grapes, strawberries, olive oil, and whole grains. Imagine the enjoyment you can get out of incorporating these nutrient-rich foods into your meals!

Most weight loss plans avoid fats of all kinds. The Mediterranean diet encourages you to use extra-virgin olive oil. The addition of this heart-healthy oil provides a sense of taste and satisfaction that we associate with "comfort foods." You will be eating foods so rich in flavor that you will be satisfied with less, and shocked when the weight starts falling off.

The Mediterranean diet is not about counting calories or fat grams. If you eat the right foods in reasonable portions, and combine that with daily activity, you will experience rapid and healthy weight loss! You will discover that you are not really "dieting" but that you have simply changed your way of eating. Unhealthy processed foods will no longer hold any appeal for you. You will be tempted and enticed instead by fresh, nutritious foods that are full of color and flavor!

There are many Mediterranean diet books available and delicious, free Mediterranean diet recipes are easy to find. To get started, you simply need to focus your meals on fresh produce, olive oil, whole grains, and lean protein. Make it a point to learn more about this healthy cuisine and enjoy a long and healthy life! Click Hire

Realistic Weight Loss Goals: Simple Steps To Ensure Your Weight Loss Success

Setting Realistic weight loss goals is a key factor in your weight loss and dieting success. Many people make the error of setting unrealistic goals when starting a new weight loss or diet program. The consequence of setting unrealistic goals is you set yourself up for failure. What is an example of an unrealistic goal? One example could be "I will try to exercise to lose the weight." or "I will eat fewer desserts to lose weight!" These goals will destroy a person's ability to continue dieting because they are vague and impossible to measure. When you set goals you cannot achieve the result is frustration that will lead to failure. Give yourself every chance to succeed and to ensure your success you must set realistic goals for weight loss.

When setting weight loss and dieting goals you must create goals that are easily achieved goals I call this type of goal a short-term realistic weight loss goal. By short-term I am talking about any goal that can achieve in the next seven days. Once you have made the list of short-term goals go back and review your list. To make these goals more powerful and achievable under each goal write down every action you need to take to make sure you achieve these goals. When you are listing all the actions be as specific as you can. The more clearly you can define your goal the faster you will achieve the goal. Planning how you approach dieting is crucial and setting realistic weight loss goals is an important factor to your success. The goals you have chosen to pursue must be very clear in your mind and to help you strengthen your understanding of your goals fill your goals with vivid detail, phrase them as very positive statements and in your mind see yourself as already having achieved these goals. Whenever you create another weight loss goal think of the goal as a "roadmap". A "roadmap" is a valuable tool when you plan a journey because it contains information, details, and above all the path you need to take to reach your destination. Your short-term realistic weight loss goals are your "roadmap" for you to follow on your weight loss and dieting journey. This is the reason for creating your weight loss goals using the method we just described: make your goals clearly defined, rich in detail, and as specific as possible. Once you have mastered this approach to creating your realistic weight loss goals all you have to do is follow the path you have created and watch your success rise up before you.

I know I am beginning to sound like a "broken record" but this is absolutely fundamental to your success. You must to plan every step of setting weight loss goals and dieting. There is another element to think about when you are creating and setting weight loss goals. This element is to phrase your goals in a positive voice. An example of a positive goal would be "This week I have focused on my goal and I have achieved my weight loss goal in the last seven days. I feel better, I am happy and I have a clear vision of what I need to do in the next seven days to achieve my next weight loss goal." Or, "I am enjoying all the foods that are on my diet. As I am achieving my goals I know I will achieve this week's goal of losing two pounds." Losing two pounds in a week might not seem like a significant goal but to lose the two pounds you must change your daily routine in ways you might not realize. What are these changes? To lose weight, you have to change the portion sizes in all your meals. We all become accustomed to a portion size and changing that portion size is a big change. To changing your portion sizes will require discipline and focus. Another change is the time of day you eat your meals. The healthy weight loss and dieting programs will require you to eat some form of breakfast lunch and dinner but you will also be required to eat a small meal/snack at mid-morning and mid-afternoon. Can you be focused enough to change your eating patterns? Do not minimize the impact of this change, it may sound simple but it is a change to your fundamental behavior. To lose two pounds I mentioned earlier you would be changing every eating pattern and habit that you have developed in your life. This is not easy but it is possible to make these changes. Even the losing small amounts of weight require planning, focus and dedication.

Set aside a particular time to create your goals. If possible find a quiet place where you can concentrate completely on just creating these goals. Read your goals out loud. Listen to them. When you hear them how do you feel? Do the goals sound realistic? Start with simple goals. As you write your list of realistic weight loss goals you will see your path to success. The one fact that is absolutely true is the more defined your goals and the more precise your goals the more certain you will each of your goals and so much more.

The outcome of creating your short-term realistic weight loss goals is to lead you to a clear vision of your long-term weight loss goals. Consider a long-term goal to be any goal you achieve in a year or longer. Think about what you would like to weigh in one year? How do you think you will look? How do you want to feel? Begin to create a clear, focused vision of who you will be. Fill your mind with as many details as you can, details such as what you will be wearing in a year from today, is the sun out, what emotions are you feeling after a year of successful weight loss and dieting. No detail should be left out. All the amazing changes you can imagine are possible and all these changes start with realistic weight loss goals. Take the time to create realistic weight loss goals and they will propel you through the dieting process. By taking these few simple steps you will give yourself very important tools to create great weight loss and dieting success. Decide today that you will be successful, plot your path and begin by creating your first weight loss goal. After that all you have to do is follow the path you have created and never look back.Click Hire

The Vital Role of Diet & Food In Your Tummy Tuck Success

Preparing for a tummy tuck surgery in Hawaii or anywhere else means not only preparing your body for the procedure, but also your diet and food intake. The most important thing to remember though is to take note of your cosmetic surgeon's recommendations because they will be tailored specifically to your lifestyle, your overall health and other unique factors.

There are some general rules that are applicable to most, sometimes all, who will be undergoing a tummy tuck. This article is intended to bring them to your attention so you can be aware of some of the general rules you should follow in the days and weeks leading up to this cosmetic procedure.

During that time before your tummy tuck you should pay attention to your diet. That means regulating what you consume so you're eating healthy foods. Why? The improved diet can have an effect on your health, including the immune system. The immune system can play a vital role in your successful recovery so it's important to increase any advantage you can there.

More importantly, though, is that you are eating foods that are specifically healthy for a person undergoing a tummy tuck surgery. Your surgeon should give you suggestions and guidance on this, but a couple of important pieces of information you should know:

A multivitamin is usually a good choice for your health, but you should discuss taking one during this time with your plastic surgeon. Multivitamins, in some cases, can slow the recovery process.

Vitamin E can also present complications for tummy tuck patients. This vitamin can disrupt blood clotting so avoiding Vitamin E supplements, especially in the 2 weeks preceeding surgery, is recommended.

You should try to prepare and freeze enough meals to get you through 2 weeks following your tummy tuck. You may be up and mobile before those 2 weeks are through, but it's best to make things as easy for yourself as possible.

Some foods that will fill your need for healthy, simple meals:

* Soup
* Applesauce
* Yogurt
* Protein Shakes
* Oatmeal
* Cottage Cheese
* Juice

Lastly, talk to your plastic surgeon about low-sodium foods that may help in reducing any swelling you may experience.

Remember, follow the surgeon's recommendations on your diet for both the time leading up to surgery as well as afterward. Foods that are usually healthy may not be so following your procedure. Click Hire

Healthy Living to 100

Japan has just announced that their population now includes over 40,000 people who are older than 100 years. Ten years ago, their centenarian population was just 10,000.

Lots of people are leaving comments at this article about what kind of healthy habits lead to a long life. Here's one example;

My father is over 95 now, still walks his dog every day. He does NOT take any medication of any kind even when he has a normal cold, does not smoke (never has), never drank alcohol in excess and is heathy as a horse except for his eyesight. Even when he has a small cut, he lets it heal by itself, he has been told by his doctor that he has a remarkable immune system.

What's his secrect? Not quite sure myself! He has the occassional glass of red wine with his supper (Frenchman of course), eats lots of garlic, olive oil, salt, butter, spices, cheese, salad, good bread (not the sliced crap), coffee each morning, occassional red meat but his favorite is fish. I have never seen him eat fast food or grocery bought prepared foods. He still cooks everything from scratch, home cooking!

Presently lives in California. (has dual nationality - born France/ naturalized Canadian)

Secrets of successful saving

Once again, I received some very informative fliers from Nestle Club and I want to share with you one of the sensible topics from them. Now that the Christmas Season is nearly coming, it’s important for us to spend our money wisely. Here are some of secrets and guidelines to successful saving.
Secret #1: A Realistic, Achievable Savings Goal. Example of a realistic goal: saving for a vacation or

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Getting in Shape at Age 45

Check out a very entertaining article by a guy, age 45, who lost 50 pounds over 8 months. He's done it via exercise and by changing his diet. He never actually went on 'a diet' and has never felt hungry. He's just changed the type of food he eats. And he hasn't cut out all his bad habits, he continues to drink a lot of alcohol daily.

Check out his fun article and inspiring before and after photos!

He says;

I have buns of iron and only the smallest of man-boobs, and I no longer feel waves of melancholy every time I see a photo of my slimmer twentysomething self...

Have I been on a diet? People have been asking me that for months. Sometimes, I'm ashamed to say, I joke that no, I'm terminally ill. I don't know what the straight answer is. You think of a diet as something that hurts – and I'm enjoying the business of feeding myself more than I ever did. Not once this year have I left the table feeling hungry or hard done-by. I have not signed up for WeightWatchers, come over all Atkins, discovered the delights of acai berries, or switched to the new "non-fat" fat. I have not – though God knows I should have – significantly reduced my boozing. I have stopped eating almost everything that I once thought of as food, but I'm loving what's replaced it.

One of the books he recommends is Eating for Lower Cholesterol: A Balanced Approach to Heart Health with Recipes Everyone Will Love

Hidup Sederhana

Pada dasarnya manusia mempunyai kecendrungan terhadap harta benda, berupa makanan, pakaian, uang dan sebagainya. Untuk mendapatkan apa yang diinginkannya maka manusia berikhtiar dengan berbagai cara, seperti berdagang, bercocok tanam, menjadi buruh, karyawan serta profesi lainnya.

Kecintaan terhadap harta benda akan meningkat dengan bertambahnya usia dan bertambahnya pengetahuan, adakalanya orang kaya akan makin rajin berusaha dan kadangkala melupakan kewajiban lainnya, bahkan melupakan Allah Swt.

Disamping harta itu banyak manfaatnya bagi manusia adakalanya harta itu menyibukkan dan dapat merusak jiwa dengan berbagai macam penyakit, berupa tidak enak makan.

Harta bukanlah jaminan untuk mendapat kebahagiaan, karena kebahagiaan tidak terletak pada materi, atau harta benda yang melimpah ruah. Kebahagiaan yang hakiki terletak pada bathin atau jiwa sebagaimana sabda Rasulullah Saw : "Kekayaan itu tidak terletak pada harta yang banyak, sesungguhnya kekayaan itu adalah kaya Jiwa (yakni senang hati)".(HR:Muttafaq 'alaih).

Membelanjakan harta yang bersifat tengah-tengah membutuhkan perhitungan yang matang, dengan memperhitungkan uang yang ada dan barang yang dibutuhkan dengan sederhana. Agar kebutuhan yang kita laksanakan menjadikan hidup kita hidup yang sederhana dengan tidak mengumbar harta benda dengan berlebihan, tatkala itu semua menjadikan akhir hidup kita dengan kemelaratan.

Tidak sedikit orang yang hidup di dunia ini mengejar harta dan materi yang berlebihan, tidak mengenal siang dan malam, tidak mengenal istirahat bahkan sampai melupakan Tuhan yang menciptakannya, berakibat fatal bagi hidupnya. Karena kalau harta yang dikejarnya tidak kesampaian, atau habis terbakar, dicuri dan dirampok dan sejenisnya bisa membawa mereka kepada Stres bahkan sampai menjadi gila.

Oleh karena itu apabila kita hidup dengan Qana'ah, Insya Allah ketengan hidup akan diperoleh, baik di dunia ataupun di akhirat kelak.. Amin.....

Phylicia Rashad Loses 35 Pounds

Phylicia Rashad, age 61, (of Bill Cosby Show fame) has lost 35 pounds. She looks and feels fantastic. She joined Jenny Craig as a spokesperson in December and it's taken her eight months to lose the weight. She says it's not rocket science. She believes she can keep the weight off as she lost it quite gradually and she intends to keep up the regular exercise. See her in this Jenny Craig promotional video below.

LCD Enclosures Used to Protect LCD and Plasma Displays in Industrial and Retail Sectors. by Graham Gallagher

When any type of digital signage is deployed to a location is susceptible to vandalism, take the deployment on a factory floor, the electronics that are not protected are vulnerable to abuse, theft and vandalism, what is the best way to protect them would be to enclose them in a special LCD enclosures, these protect all the electronics from unauthorised access.

Theft Protection.

These provide protection, firstly the TV mounts to a special frame, this frame has security screws in it that needs a specific tool to be removed, once the TV is mounted and secured into position the cables enter the enclosure and the enclosure is locked.

Vandal Protection.

Well when anyone sees a digital sign, they presume the vulnerable part to be the screen, however there are units that are designed (and do) resist the impact of a standard house brick.

Touch Screen Display.

This is an interactive touch resistant film that is attached to the rear of the access door, so people can use their finger as a mouse and the film is accurate to 0.5mm. It is basically plug and play once attached to the screen. There are two types of touch resistant film the 4 wire and the 5 wire, the later being the better option as there is more wire in any square on the display making it more accurate.

These are easily deployed and integrated into any Industrial or Retail application.

Dust or Waterproof Solutions.

When any electronics need protecting from dust or fluid, depending upon if the solution, there are 2 main categories IP56 (dust proof and splash proof) or IP65 (waterproof - washed down with a high pressure water jet). IP65 is the European standard and is the nearest equivalent to NEMA 4X the USA standard.

5 Best China Digital Photo Frames Reviews

Digital photo frames boost in popularity today. They are ideal gifts for festivals, holidays and our special days. With these smart gadgets, we could view a new image every day or enjoy a sideshow during certain time period/throughout the whole day.

Most of those electronics gadgets provide plug-and-play operation - you only need to stick in a memory card which has your intended-show images. Very easy - a kid will learn how to use it in about 15 minutes.

Their prices are continuously dropping. And buying from developing countries, especially China, we could save more. The cheapest digital photo frames from China wholesaledigital photo frames only cost you several dollars. 5 digital photo frames from China here will be introduced for your reference.

1. Enigma 7.0 inch Digital Photo Frame + Music Playing

Also supporting memory card SD/MMC, Enigma 7.0 inch Digital Photo Frame allows you to store tons of photos as you like. Its 7-inch 16:9 crystal clear LCD screen plus music player function lets you easily pamper yourself in ultimate photo viewing. The four unique borders add special elegance and savour to any girl’s/women’s room. This Enigma DPF is sold around $62 dollars per item by digital photo frames wholesalers from China for single order.

2. Roly-poly 1.5 inch Album Digital Photo 16MB

Enjoy/show off your photos with Roly-poly 1.5 inch Album Digital Photo Frame Key Chain at any time you want. Its 16MB memory allows you to store up to 107 photos. The built-in 3.7V lithium battery is long-lasting and rechargeable. Other features of this Roly-poly digital frame are Slide Show Support, Auto Play Back, Manual selection and Time Display. Wholesale digital photo frames from China sell this product at about $9.5 per item for single order.

3. Photo Keychain Keyring - 1.1 inch Mini Album 8MB

Made with 8MB flash memory, this Photo Keychain Keyring Frame stores up to 70 pictures. Its colorful backlit monitor, slide show and two viewing modes add fun to your photo enjoyment. The built-in battery is rechargeable.

4. 7 inch TFT LCD Screen Digital Photo Frames

Chic and versatile, acrylic-made 7 inch TFT LCD Screen Digital Photo Frames gives you a different photo enjoyment. Besides common slide show function, the product can rotate pictures – just turn the frame on its side to change views. Zoom in & out function gives flexibility. Other highlights of this 7 inch TFT LCD Screen Digital Photo Frames are built-in speakers, MP3/MP4 support and remote control. This cool gadget is only sold at about $40 dollars in China wholesale market.

5. 10.4 inch TFT LCD Screen Multi-function Digital Picture Frame

You will be impressed its functionality. Besides supporting MP3, 10.4 inch TFT LCD Screen Multi-function Digital Picture Frame supports MP4 - you could use it not only to listen to music, but also to watch some flash movies. Its external S-video input jack makes this small gadget connectable to large screen TV. The slideshow delay interval is adjustable (3sec, 5sec, 10sec, 30sec). The external Memory is up to 4GB, large enough to store tons of photos. Its available colors include Pink, black, golden, blue, and silver. This 10.4 inch Digital Picture Frame prices about $83 in China.

5 Best China Digital Photo Frames Reviews by Linda Song

Digital photo frames boost in popularity today. They are ideal gifts for festivals, holidays and our special days. With these smart gadgets, we could view a new image every day or enjoy a sideshow during certain time period/throughout the whole day.

Most of those electronics gadgets provide plug-and-play operation - you only need to stick in a memory card which has your intended-show images. Very easy - a kid will learn how to use it in about 15 minutes.

Their prices are continuously dropping. And buying from developing countries, especially China, we could save more. The cheapest digital photo frames from China wholesale digital photo frames only cost you several dollars. 5 digital photo frames from China here will be introduced for your reference.

1. Enigma 7.0 inch Digital Photo Frame + Music Playing Also supporting memory card SD/MMC, Enigma 7.0 inch Digital Photo Frame allows you to store tons of photos as you like. Its 7-inch 16:9 crystal clear LCD screen plus music player function lets you easily pamper yourself in ultimate photo viewing. The four unique borders add special elegance and savour to any girl's/women's room. This Enigma DPF is sold around $62 dollars per item by digital photo frames wholesalers from China for single order.

2. Roly-poly 1.5 inch Album Digital Photo 16MB Enjoy/show off your photos with Roly-poly 1.5 inch Album Digital Photo Frame Key Chain at any time you want. Its 16MB memory allows you to store up to 107 photos. The built-in 3.7V lithium battery is long-lasting and rechargeable. Other features of this Roly-poly digital frame are Slide Show Support, Auto Play Back, Manual selection and Time Display. Wholesale digital photo frames from China sell this product at about $9.5 per item for single order.

3. Photo Keychain Keyring - 1.1 inch Mini Album 8MB Made with 8MB flash memory, this Photo Keychain Keyring Frame stores up to 70 pictures. Its colorful backlit monitor, slide show and two viewing modes add fun to your photo enjoyment. The built-in battery is rechargeable.

4. 7 inch TFT LCD Screen Digital Photo Frames Chic and versatile, acrylic-made 7 inch TFT LCD Screen Digital Photo Frames gives you a different photo enjoyment. Besides common slide show function, the product can rotate pictures - just turn the frame on its side to change views. Zoom in & out function gives flexibility. Other highlights of this 7 inch TFT LCD Screen Digital Photo Frames are built-in speakers, MP3/MP4 support and remote control. This cool gadget is only sold at about $40 dollars in China wholesale market.

5. 10.4 inch TFT LCD Screen Multi-function Digital Picture Frame You will be impressed its functionality. Besides supporting MP3, 10.4 inch TFT LCD Screen Multi-function Digital Picture Frame supports MP4 - you could use it not only to listen to music, but also to watch some flash movies. Its external S-video input jack makes this small gadget connectable to large screen TV. The slideshow delay interval is adjustable (3sec, 5sec, 10sec, 30sec). The external Memory is up to 4GB, large enough to store tons of photos. Its available colors include Pink, black, golden, blue, and silver. This 10.4 inch Digital Picture Frame prices about $83 in China.

iPod Clones - Are They Any Good? by Roberto Sedycias

Ipod can be termed as a device which is used for storage and playing of audio files. Introduced in the year 2001, by Apple Inc., this device has an enormous storage capacity of storing many songs which may go up to few thousands. This device is designed with a state of art technology and unmatchable features and as such is priced dearly. Ipod clones can be termed as those similar devices manufactured by other manufacturers which have identical features as an Apple ipod, but are less expensive, so as to provide affordability to the music lover masses.

There are many Ipod clones in the market, designed by various top notch electronics manufacturers. They have more or less same features and design but are very soft on your pocket. We will discuss here the Top 5 ipod clones which are claiming to provide similar features as the Apple ipod and are also quoting at an affordable range.

On the top of the list amongst the top 5 clones is Ipod nano clone. These are cheaper versions of the ipod manufactured by chinese manufacturers. These clone devices have similar design as the recent original model with a 2.4 inch TFT screen, touch screen, voice recording camera etc.

Then there are the ipod shuffle clones which has identical looks and features as that of an ipod shuffle. The clone manufacturers do their bit to copy even the packaging and imprint on it. If you do not look at its price sticker, at the first glance you are sure to mistake it for the original model. The clone devies are available at a price tag of about $15 which is a fraction of the original ipod shuffle. With the huge price difference, few features if missing from the clone can be easily ignored.

Next is the chinese clone of ipod touch. Apart from the icons on the screen, the looks are otherwise more or less same as the original ipod. They come with a 2 GB internal memory, a 2.8 inch touch screen and are able to support audio and video images in JPEG format. At a price tag of around $100, the ipod touch clones even have some additional features than the original ipod touch such as a built in speaker, microphone and a FM tuner.

Last in the Ipod clone category which is also the latest favorite amongst the music loving section is the MP4 Ipod clone which is a look alike of the second generation of Ipod nano from Apple. Esolo has priced it at $40, with a storage capacity of 2GB. With similar features to play audio and video media formats, it also has a voice recorder and a FM tuner.

However, with the difference in the price tag, it will not be justified to flatly say that clones are no different than the original ones. There is a definite difference between the audio and video quality. However, some generics or Clones have additional features such as FM tuner which comes at an additional cost of $50 in an Apple Ipod. With the price tag being less than half the original it is not a bad deal to buy an Ipod clone instead of an original one as the features are basically the same and the pocket pinch much lesser.

The Red Ring Of Death Of Xbox 360 by Archie Lopez

The Xbox 360 is one of the most popular video game console in the market today, competing with other video game consoles such as Sony PS3 (PlayStation 3) and Nintendo Wii as part of the seventh generation of video game consoles. Although popular, there are several issues regarding the console. There have been several reports of the Xbox 360 breaking down from one specific issue, the Red Ring Of Death. The Xbox 360 video game console is subject to a number of technical problems that can render it unusable. Many of the issues can be identified by a series of red lights flashing on the face of the console; the three flashing red lights (nicknamed the "Red Ring of Death") being the most infamous.

The Red Ring Of Death

When a Microsoft Xbox 360 console experiences a "general hardware" failure or "core digital" failure, three flashing red lights appear (known as the "Red Ring of Death") around the power button, in lieu of the four green lights indicating normal operation. According to electronics philippines enthusiasts that made several reports on Xbox's failures, this error code is usually caused by failure of one or more hardware components, although it can indicate that the console is not receiving enough power from the power supply, which can either be due to a faulty power supply or if the power supply cable is not fully inserted into the console.

Xbox's Response

In the early months after the console's launch, Microsoft stated that the Xbox 360's failure rate was within the consumer electronics industry's typical 3% to 5%. Nevertheless, Microsoft has not released its official statistics on the failure rate of the various versions of the console; the company's press relations policy is to focus on the prompt resolution of any technical problems.

On July 5, 2007, the Vice-President of Microsoft's Interactive Entertainment Business division published an open letter recognizing the console's problems, as well as announcing a three-year warranty extension for every Xbox 360 console that experiences the "general hardware failure" indicated by three flashing red LEDs on the console.

In February 2008, during the Game Developers Conference 2008, Microsoft announced that the "Failure rate has officially dropped", but without mentioning any specifics. The same month, electronics warranty provider SquareTrade published an examination of 1040 Xbox 360s and said that they suffered from a failure rate of 16.4% (one in six). According to electronics philippines reports, of the 171 failures, 60% were due to a general hardware failure (and thus fell under the 3 year extended warranty). And of the remaining 40% which were not covered by the extended warranty, 18% were disc read errors, 13% were video card failures, 13% were hard drive freezes, 10% were power issues and 7% were disc tray malfunctions.

SquareTrade also stated that its estimates are likely much lower than reality due to the time span of the sample (six to ten months), the eventual failure of many consoles that did not fail within this time span and the fact that many owners did not deal with SquareTrade and had their consoles repaired directly through Microsoft via the much publicized extended RROD warranty. According to electronics philippines reviewers, on October 17, 2008 a class action lawsuit was filed in California against Microsoft over the RROD problem.