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By Lawrence Reaves

With recent studies saying that more than 50% of people in every state are overweight, more and more Americans are trying to eat healthy. Good, quality, healthy food is often more expensive. But there are ways you can feed your family a healthy, nutritious meal and still save at the grocery store.

While you may be tempted to think that its summer and slow cooking takes too much time and uses too much heat, think again. Really your only time invested is the preparation time. As for the heat, youd likely be standing over the stove anyway if not for the slow cooker.

You can buy a slow cooker in several sizes from one-quart to 12-quarts depending on whether youre cooking for a couple of people or a large group. Be sure to shop around because there are lots of options.

Even in the summer months, using your slow cooker for a stew, a soup or a chicken dish wont overheat your home during the day. Best of all, when you get home from your day, dinner is ready.

The healthy aspect comes from the way the foods are cooked. Because they cook at a slower rate, the mineral contents of the food are better preserved. But beyond that, you control the ingredients. No reading of the package and wondering what something is.

Some tips for cooking with a slow cooker include:

Choose the right ingredients. For example, cuts of meat which traditionally take longer to cook such as brisket, pork butt or a whole chicken do great in the slow cooker. Not only do they cook long enough that the meat falls from the bone, youre also pulling nutrients from the actual bone.

If your recipe calls for produce, use fresh. Canned vegetables will get soft and mushy when cooked for long periods of time in a slow cooker. Theyre already overcooked when theyre put in the can. Canned tomatoes are okay because its likely youre looking for them to become more of a sauce anyway.

Dont under season. The food will be cooking a long time absorbing the flavors. Saut onions, shallots or garlic before adding them to your recipe. The flavors will seep into the oil better if you do this. Add fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon or lime at the end of the cooking time. Include ingredients that are high in flavor like roasted tomatoes or fire-roasted chilies for added flavor.

The slow cooker should be only one-half to two-thirds full when you add the ingredients. Adding too much or too little might mean your food is undercooked or overcooked.

Taking the lid off during the cooking process will lose some of the flavor and nutrients as well as increase your cooking time.

Here are a couple of healthy slow cooker recipes to try:

Chickpea and Spinach Stew

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1 onion, chopped

3 garlic cloves, minced

2 pinches red paper flakes

1 teaspoon dried rosemary

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (or 2 T dried parsley)

1 cup peeled, diced tomatoes, fresh or canned (I use 1, 14-oz can diced tomatoes, with liquid)

2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed

Salt and pepper to taste

1 bag frozen chopped spinach

Garlic Mayonnaise (add minced garlic to mayonnaise to taste)

Combine the ingredients in a medium to large slow cooker and cook on medium heat for 6-8 hours. Serve with a dollop of garlic mayonnaise and garnish with fresh parsley.

Chicken and broccoli pasta

Ingredients

4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 12-inch pieces

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 package (1 ounce) Italian salad dressing mix

2 cups sliced mushrooms

1 cup chopped onion

1 can (10 34 ounces) condensed low-fat cream of chicken soup, undiluted 1 bag (10 ounces) frozen broccoli florets, thawed

1 package (8 ounces) low-fat cream cheese, cubed

14 cup dry sherry

Hot cooked pasta

Toss chicken with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian salad dressing mix. Place in five-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for three hours. Coat a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Add mushrooms and onion; cook five minutes over medium heat or until onions are tender. Add soup, broccoli, cream cheese and sherry to skillet; cook and stir until hot. Transfer to slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for one additional hour. Serve chicken and sauce over pasta.

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By John Smith

Everywhere we look there appears to be more than a hint of doom and gloom for us all, with fuel bills on the increase, the credit crunch and a threat of recession in the air. Every time we open the newspaper there is nothing but more bad news. With winter looming just around the corner, you are probably juggling with the idea of throwing an extra layer of woolly jumpers on just so as to avoid a huge heating bill. So the thought of buying Christmas presents may be a more than a bit of a worry. However, you don’t have to spend a fortune to demonstrate how you feel about someone when selecting a Christmas present.

There is a vast choice of presents available to purchase that are economical without being cheap. You don’t have to resort to a boring pair of socks or predictable selection box. The secret is to be original. It all depends how little you want to spend.

Everyone needs a calendar for noting those important dates, or just to remind them what day of the week it is. You can get personal with a personalised calendar with extensive range of themes to suit all interests, tastes and age groups. In fact there is so much to choose from that you could go the whole hog and just buy a calendar for everyone on your list. Whether you are buying for a football fan, someone with a general love of all sports, a chocoholic or the love of your life, there is something for everyone with their name emblazoned on every page.

For gardening enthusiasts there are Grow It gift boxes with everything they need to start a vegetable patch, bonsai collection, or even their very own tea and coffee plantation. If you are stuck for ideas for a present for your moggy, she will thank you forever for the cat grass kit, guaranteed to drive her nuts with joy. The pocket garden packs are a fun and educational way of introducing children to the world of horticulture and a carnivorous plant gift box will produce some evil looking, fly eating plants that will keep kids fascinated and feed their love of the macabre.

Stuck for ideas for your colleagues in the office? Is your boss driving you mad? A Control-a-Boss Remote will be greatly appreciated and soon everyone in the building will want one, except the boss, of course. And for the boss you could get your message across with an I Love Deadlines mug. The boss will think of you and appreciate you every time she takes a swig. This Christmas present may even earn you a promotion.

Children are probably the most difficult people to buy Christmas presents for these days. Time was, they’d be happy with an old tangerine and a cardboard box. Nowadays they’ve probably got at least one of everything on the market, most of which ends up stuffed under the bed. So you need to find something unusual to keep them entertained. To keep them engrossed long after the last present has been unwrapped and all the chocolates scoffed, a self-build kaleidoscope will send them off to their bedrooms to construct this timeless toy, and the grown-ups will be the ones squabbling to have a go.

For those little dears who are hard to persuade that a bath is what they need, a shocking red devil shower cap with yellow horns will do the trick along with a teddy on a rope soap. The kids can always keep the adults at bay with a fabulous spud gun, by either firing it at them or for handing over to Granny and Gramps who can chase each other out in the snow with glee until they are enticed back indoors with the promise of more ginger wine. And when the little loves are tucked up in bed and the neighbours have invited themselves round, you can crack open a bottle of personalised quality champagne or play some drinking games with Mortal Peril, an electronic game set that gives you a forfeit, whether you like it or not.

For the most important person in your life, you can’t go wrong with a romantic picture frame, especially if it contains a photo of little old you. If you are into saving the planet, and you can’t do it single handed, you can dedicate a broad-leafed tree to your loved one, happy in the knowledge that your gift is doing its bit to soak up some carbon dioxide. Or introduce your partner to astronomy by naming a star on his or her behalf. How many people can say they have a star named after them? You can go outside on those clear frosty nights, look up at the sky and wonder which one of those glittering stars is yours.

It is definitely possible to do your Christmas presents shopping on a shoe string. Just make your selections funky and original and they will love you for it.

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By Diana W

Fruit basket is the most healthy gift you can send to your friends, family members, and clients. According to the nutritional guidelines adopted by the United States Department of Agriculture, 2-4 servings of fruits a day are needed to obtain good health. Fruits are low in calories and fat, and are a good source of natural sugars, fibers, vitamins, and phytonutrients. Phytonutrients are naturally occurring plant nutrients that are thought to promote human health, Large human population studies have shown fruit and vegetable consumption decrease the risk of stroke, heart disease, and certain cancers.

Fruits are not only healthy, they are delicious. Therefore, fruits baskets are ideal for any gifting purpose. Fruits taste naturally sweet because they contain fruit sugar called fructose. Sending a fruit basket to clients and friends for the holidays, birthdays, or other gifting occasions shows you care about their health. Fruit baskets can be sent even to individuals with dietary restrictions, including those who are on low fat or low calorie diet. This article reviews the health benefits of popular fruits and the different types of fruit baskets available.

1. Apple Basket:

Apples contains vitamins A, C and E, and most of the B vitamins, especially folate. Apples are also rich in fiber, including the soluble fiber pectin; and phytonutrients that are strong antioxidants. Human population studies have shown that eating apple reduces the risk of cancer, especially lung cancer. Apple consumption also lowers the risk of heart disease, type II diabetes, and asthma.

The health benefits of eating apples and their good taste should probably convince you to consider sending an apple basket for any gifting occasion. You can send a basket filled with a dozen seasonal, sweet & crunchy apples – Galas, Braeburns, and Granny Smiths. These crisp and juicy apples will surely delight any apple fan.

2. Orange Gift:

Oranges are rich in vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant; and contain over 170 phytonutrients and 60 flavonoids. Many phytonutrients have anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and blood clot inhibiting properties. Eating Oranges regularly has been shown to lower cholesterol, blood pressure, and reduce the risk of heart disease and certain cancers.

Another citrus fruit, grapefruit, is rich in vitamin C and lycopene, which gives the red/pink hue of the grapefruit. Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant which helps neutralize harmful free radicals that cause cancer, heart disease, and macular degeneration. Consumption of food rich in lycopene has been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease and many cancers. In addition, grapefruit helps to prevent or lessen the symptoms of arthritis because it contains salicyclic acid which helps to dissolve inorganic calcium buildup in the joints of the body. Grapefruit also helps in weight loss and lowers cholesterol.

Because of the many health benefits offered by oranges and grapefruits, you should consider sending a box of juicy sweet Sunkist oranges and tangy red grapefruits to your friends, clients, and family members. Your recipients can start enjoying their citrus supply when the gift arrives.

3. Fruits Basket:

Instead of sending a basket of only apples or oranges, you can send a fruits basket that contains a combination of different fruits. For example, You can send a basket of apples and Sunkist oranges; apples and pears, or a combination of all three. Your recipient can enjoy a variety of different kinds of fruits.

4. Fruit and Nut Basket:

Alternatively, you can send a box of fresh fruit, dried fruit and nuts, which may also reduce the risk of heart disease. A popular fruit and nut basket is filled with apples, oranges, pears along with dried figs, dried plums, pistachios and cashews.

5. Fruit and Cheese Baskets:

For those who are truly cheese lovers, you can send them a fruit and cheese basket containing both fruits and delicious snacks. The basket is filled with juicy Sunkist oranges, seasonal crisp apples, pears, Gouda cheese, summer salami, pepper water cracker, and chocolate truffles. Delightfully accented with colorful candies, this basket has all the food for picnicking outside or snacking indoors.

6. Get Well Fruit Basket:

Fruits baskets are great get well gifts. For a friend or loved one who is ill, you can send a basket filled with fresh oranges, crisp apples, delectable chocolates, double chocolate cookies, Swiss triangles, and other tasty treats. This basket of healthy and delicious treats will help to cure all ills.

In summary, fruit baskets are healthy gifts that can truly help the recipients to obtain good health. You can send a basket of apples or citrus fruits by themselves, or a fruits basket with a combination of different fruits, nuts or snacks. Your recipient will appreciate your thoughtfulness.

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The world today is split between those who have cannabis for the high it produces and those who are more interested in its medicinal benefits and not much into euphoria. For the latter, it is good news as a Florida-based cannabis company has found a way to produce a cannabis plant variation that is tetrahydrocannabinol-free (THC-free). Considering the strict hemp laws that are already in place which makes the life of CBD product producers difficult as they are only allowed to manufacture CBD products from plants with less than 0.3% THC content, this is good news for them as well.

Oglesby Plants International

Oglesby Plants International, a wholesale plant nursery in Calhoun County, Florida, is responsible for producing the world’s first THC-free cannabis plant. Florida A&M University approved the strain under an Industrial Hemp Pilot Project. Currently, the project is administered by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Bazelet Oglesby, a subsidiary of Bazelet Health Systems and Oglesby Plants International, focuses on plant breeding, plant tissue culture, the propagation of young hemp plants, and plant-based product development. A patent has been issued under its name.

Panakeia and The Future of Cannabis

With no Delta-8 or Delta-9 THC and with a significant concentration of cannabigerol (CBG), Panakeia will have a remarkable commercial value. Bazelet Research has studied this molecule (CBG) for years. CBG is the decarboxylated form of cannabigerolic acid (CBGA), the parent molecule from which other cannabinoids are synthesized.

The Panakeia plants are expected to be ready for cultivation by 2021 which indicates that new CBD products from these plants would surely flood the US markets with an even better value proposition. The CBG compounds can be incorporated in a wide range of products including cosmetics, foods, and nutraceuticals. The continued legalization across the US and many other countries around the globe have given cultivators the freedom to develop new strains such as this that have distinctive properties. These innovations show us that there is much more to cannabis than just CBD and THC, and we should keep our eyes open to such changes.

Before CBD came into the picture, producers were focused on cultivating cannabis that was high in THC concentrations. However, a new population became cannabis consumers since CBD products flushed the markets. This section of consumers was not interested in the high that cannabis is most associated with rather was keener on the medicinal alternatives that CBD products claim to provide. Because of the mainstream CBD promotions and the increase in demand cultivators are constantly looking for new cross-breed products with even less THC. Much like craft beer, craft cannabis is something that will be more popular in the near future.

CBG in Details

Often called the mother of all cannabinoids, CBG’s acidic form CBGA is the compound from which all other cannabinoids are derived. CBG is present in small amounts, often below 1%, in most cannabis plants with either CBD or THC dominating depending on the type of plantations. There are however a few strains with higher CBG content such as Super Glue CBG, White CBG, and Jack Frost CBG. Younger cannabis plants are rich in CBG. In the later stages, CBD and THC are derived from CBGA, the acidic form of CBG. CBG has more things in common with CBD than THC. Unlike THC, CBG doesn’t produce euphoria or the high much like CBD. Due to the difficulty in extracting CBG from the plant, producers are trying cross-breeding and genetic manipulation to make the plant be inherently rich in the compound. One such outcome is Panakeia.

Conclusion

With new research studies showcasing the potential health benefits of medical cannabis and with the rise in new tech-savvy companies driving this industry forward, people are more aware today of the cannabis products and are more interested in trying them out than ever before. And this is only going to rise with the continued legalization of the medical use of marijuana. Panakeia is not just an innovation; it is the outcome of a trend to learn more about cannabis and the outcome of research that started over a decade ago.

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Fatty cells can be stubborn and difficult to remove, especially in areas of the body such as under the arms, thighs, and around the abdomen. When a person works hard to maintain their shape, it can be frustrating when they are unable to lose those last few inches. Liposuction in Schaumburg, IL offers a solution to help remove unwanted fat and to contour a person’s body. One of the top cosmetic procedure desired by people, liposuction can help them achieve their body goal by removing the excess fat that can be left behind due to pregnancy or weight loss.

Process of a Liposuction Procedure

• The surgeon will provide information on how they will need to prepare for the procedure. Which medications they should stop taking before their surgery and how long before the scheduled date. In addition of when they should stop eating or drinking before their surgery.
• Once at the facility, they will be prepped for liposuction in Schaumburg, IL and anesthesia will be administered before starting the procedure.
• How long the surgery will take can last for 1 to 5 hours depending on the technique used and the area of the body the fat cells are being removed from.
• Small incisions will be made where the tool is inserted to suck the fat cells from the body. They are virtually invisible to minimize scarring on the body.
• You should expect a minor discomfort and some drainage following the surgery. Sometimes there is bruising or swelling following the procedure that will eventually go away.
• It is recommended to take it easy the first couple of days and no strenuous activity for two weeks.

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Birds will often select to construct nests within chimneys, and to boost their young ones in the heat and relative protection of the area. When this occurs, it can be hard for home owners to get rid of them, and they may possibly even need to call in a professional sweep to use brushes to take away the undesirable inhabitants.

As in a lot of cases of pest control, prevention is invariably preferable to cure, so once the birds have departed the chimney it helps make sensation to stop a repeat event. It can be nipped in the bud by simply fitting a cowl above the aperture. Smoke from fires can nevertheless get out, but intruders of the feathered selection can no lengthier get in.

It?s usually the situation that birds will achieve access into a home by means of a modest hole in the eaves underneath the roof, or perhaps by means of gaps in the soffits. The conclude consequence can be substantial damage to the loft location, a lot of it induced by the multitude of droppings that are probable to take place. This is an concern that needs quick consideration.

It goes without stating that a significant sum of bird excrement is hugely unpleasant, but a lot of people are unaware that it will also be a significant health hazard. Droppings incorporate a range of chemical compounds which are unsafe to humans, so an instant thoroughly clean-up is important, specifically if there are younger youngsters dwelling in the property.

Ought to birds get into the primary residing location of the home, these kinds of as in a bedroom or probably the lounge, their waste products can render sofas, beds and fittings completely unusable. The acidic material of the droppings will trigger extensive staining and discolouration, which often benefits in the proprietors acquiring to make a subsequent trip to the furnishings retailer.

One of the most efficient bird control goods is astonishingly straightforward. A length of netting, formed to the needed requirements, will avoid accessibility by the bulk of birds, and is remarkably straightforward to set up. Many home entrepreneurs buy sections of it to suit over holes, although it?s also well-liked with organizations which have been plagued by infestations in the previous.

An more and more well-liked method of bird control for owners of significant buildings is a humane electric shock merchandise. If birds land on ledges, for illustration, they will receive a modest reminder that their presence is not welcome. The price tag of thoroughly clean-up operations can be higher, so something that encourages them to keep away will prove really value-powerful. Birds will often select to construct nests within chimneys, and to boost their young ones in the heat and relative protection of the area. When this occurs, it can be hard for home owners to get rid of them, and they may possibly even need to call in a professional sweep to use brushes to take away the undesirable inhabitants.

As in a lot of cases of pest control, prevention is invariably preferable to cure, so once the birds have departed the chimney it helps make sensation to stop a repeat event. It can be nipped in the bud by simply fitting a cowl above the aperture. Smoke from fires can nevertheless get out, but intruders of the feathered selection can no lengthier get in.

It?s usually the situation that birds will achieve access into a home by means of a modest hole in the eaves underneath the roof, or perhaps by means of gaps in the soffits. The conclude consequence can be substantial damage to the loft location, a lot of it induced by the multitude of droppings that are probable to take place. This is an concern that needs quick consideration.

It goes without stating that a significant sum of bird excrement is hugely unpleasant, but a lot of people are unaware that it will also be a significant health hazard. Droppings incorporate a range of chemical compounds which are unsafe to humans, so an instant thoroughly clean-up is important, specifically if there are younger youngsters dwelling in the property.

Ought to birds get into the primary residing location of the home, these kinds of as in a bedroom or probably the lounge, their waste products can render sofas, beds and fittings completely unusable. The acidic material of the droppings will trigger extensive staining and discolouration, which often benefits in the proprietors acquiring to make a subsequent trip to the furnishings retailer.

One of the most efficient bird control goods is astonishingly straightforward. A length of netting, formed to the needed requirements, will avoid accessibility by the bulk of birds, and is remarkably straightforward to set up. Many home entrepreneurs buy sections of it to suit over holes, although it?s also well-liked with organizations which have been plagued by infestations in the previous.

An more and more well-liked method of bird control for owners of significant buildings is a humane electric shock merchandise. If birds land on ledges, for illustration, they will receive a modest reminder that their presence is not welcome. The price tag of thoroughly clean-up operations can be higher, so something that encourages them to keep away will prove really value-powerful.

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Submitted by: Harley John

A smile is contagious. A smile can convey a thousand stories. It can change anyone s mood. A smile basically does wonders. However, if the same smile comes from decayed teeth, it becomes a regretful moment. Imagine yourself smiling to make others happy, while people stare at you bewildered. They do not entertain your smile; rather they give it queer looks. Wouldn t that affect you terribly? Your decayed teeth would actually leave you guilty later.

Tooth decay is a common problem. However, even worse than root canal problem is yellow teeth. Thanks to the variety in junk food nowadays, youngsters and children are bound to have yellow teeth. But, it is not a problem anymore. A cosmetic dentist can help you to fix your smile. You can contact them, when you feel your teeth really need to be checked by the dentist.

There is a great demand for cosmetic dentists these days. In fact, the field is so strongly preferred that most dentists offer cosmetic options such as veneers, implants, filling etc. You can even find out whether you will be provided cosmetic treatment by these dentists or not.

Nevertheless, you must know that the cost of cosmetic surgery is unusually high. Moreover, since it is not covered by insurance, you might like to do more research to find better paying options. Some offices are decorated lavishly and this means that you have to pay for these high-class amenities as well. There are certain clinics which are kept simple, thus you are not charged much. This means that while you are looking for affordability, you must make sure that you keep these things in mind as well. Well furnished offices will be pricey beyond any doubt.

A cosmetic dentist is responsible to get back your lovely smile. However, if this is the main reason behind searching for an affordable dentist, you can go for restorative specialists instead. They know how to deal with extensive restoration procedures like veneers, dental implants etc. Since they require time and are done to make your teeth look better and your smile attractive, these specialists are a great alternative to dentists.

However, in any case if you feel that you cannot rely on anybody, but your cosmetic dentist, then you must make sure that you search thoroughly. Just do not land up with an appointment at any office. Since dentistry is an expensive profession, you know that you will be charged huge sums of money. This means that you should be insured. In case, if you are not insured, you might have to invite tears because of the charges that you will have to face.

Your search will be successful. You just have to be patient. However, you must also bear in mind that you can easily get your smile fixed through the alternative. It would not be something difficult and you can easily depend on this option. This simply means that you will have to show some faith and walk into his office and let the specialist work and turn your smile into a million dollar smile. If you have to pay less money at the end of the treatment, the smile will widen more.

Cosmetic dentists are numerous. This field is promising. You will have to make sure that you make a good decision by going to the right dentist. Now, imagine your improved smile and start looking for the best options at hand.

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By Markus Skupeika

We all love a good swim in the afternoon or during the summer season. But what will happen to our pool after winter? We should always expect for the unexpected – Stains! How do we deal with this? Learn more about stains on your pool and check the following simple tips and tricks of keeping it clean.

1.Identify the cause of your pool stain. If you see leaves in your pool, then the stain may be caused by something organic. The stains on your pool may be caused by leaves which are usually greenish and with an algae-like appearance. If, however, you see a reddish brown stain on your pool then it is probably caused by rust and the source can be a metal and you have to study this issue very well as this not just look nasty but rust stains, if not treated as soon as possible, may cause other deleterious effects on your pool.

2.Next, is for you to remove these stains. Organic stains can be easily removed by scrubbing the surface hard with a brush and an organic cleaner. There are also available pool chemicals that contain enzymes which can actually destroy the source of the stain without having to scrub it. You just have to leave it there and let it do its job. This is much more preferable if you own a more luxurious pool which is sensitive to scrubbing.

3.To remove rust stains, which usually appear as reddish or brownish stains, you have to see what might have caused the stain. The metals which contain iron are the ones responsible for these rust stains. However, other metals such as manganese and copper may also corrode and will result in a different stain. Example of the possible sources of rust stains on your pool are ladders, drain etc. Rust stains have to be addressed properly and as soon as possible. Try using rust removal products for these are proven effective against these stubborn stains. However, other acids in your pool may compete with your rust remover and what you have to do is to lower the acid concentration of your pool water (ask your pool technician how to do this) and let your product do its job.

4.Take preventive measures in order to remove these stains for good. This can be attained by having your pool water checked and evaluated for any presence of metal. You should remember that metals are part of our natural environment and thus they can be everywhere. So, you have to be sure that the water that you are filling your pool does not contain metal components as these can contribute largely to the staining of your pool. Rust staining can also be caused by pipes and pool plumbing which you use to fill up your pool, so you also have to be mindful of this. Prevention is proven better and effective than cure.

5.If you are sure that your pool has some stain issues, what you should do is to drain your pool at least halfway and refill it with treated water (softened water). Let this water circulate for about 2 days and have it tested the second time around for traces of metal components. Remember that if metal is introduced to your pool water, corrosion is very likely to happen. You should ask for the Total Dissolved Solid Levels or TDS level of your pool plus the pH and alkalinity range of your pool. If any of these test results exceed beyond the normal range, then the likelihood of corrosion t happen is very high. The result? The iron and other metals may leach from the pool surface and in to your pool surface and rust will form. Lastly, do not forget to de-chlorinate your pool once again in order to maintain the cleanliness of your pool.

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Submitted by: Ken Davila

The other day I was doing the “step twelve” lecture in my drug treatment facility and was pondering the “Having had a spiritual awakening” part of step twelve. What is that spiritual awakening that it is talking about? How do you get it? What happens when you do? What does it look like?

So the next day I asked the patient group what that was and they came up with so many responses, all valid, but varied too. The twelve steps are designed to get you to have that experience so looking at the previous eleven steps may help us to see how to get one and what it might look like in our recovery.

Steps one through three get us started toward the spiritual experience. When you can come to the place where you realize you are powerless, you begin to look at your addiction with eyes wide open. Let’s face it, when we can accept our powerlessness we take the blinders off, right? We become willing to see that something has taken control of our lives and we don’t have an answer for it. Our consequences cause us to seek help from a power source greater, not only than us, but greater than our disease. The second and third steps move us out of ourselves to a power greater. Is that the spiritual experience? My first response may be yes but hang on, not so fast. Let’s not jump from step one to twelve too quickly. We still have eight more to go.

Moving out of ourselves to a greater power is a spiritual step and opens us to greater realities and experiences. Consider what has to happen in just the first three steps. Previously we were living life on our terms. Life was all about us and there was nothing but our addiction that mattered. For us to see otherwise is a miracle in itself. But that is just the beginning. As we associate with that power that is greater than ourselves our values begin to change. Our ideas about life, that once governed and fed our addiction, begin to be challenged. We see the world in a new light and, guided by spiritual principles, we begin to change.

The fourth and fifth step causes us to continue with a thorough moral inventory that opens our eyes even more. We take a serious look at ourselves and realize just how much we need to continue to change. The sixth and seventh step continues the introspection. Daily we look and see that our defects are a hindrance to our continued growth and we are in a place where we are asking for our higher power to change us. We realize we need to change because there are others whom we have affected and their welfare becomes important now.

As we continue working the steps of making amends and staying in touch with our higher power the value shift happens. Our gaze becomes outward and not inward, we see that life and the world have so much more to it than our myopic view used to give us. We stop making the world about us and begin to live closer the God of our understanding, our families and with our sober network. New opportunities present themselves and we get connected with life again or perhaps for the first time.

Notice that the steps challenge us to start with us first. Perhaps the spiritual awakening is that part where we become so familiar with ourselves that we begin the work of letting God change us, which in turn, spurs our growth. Having had that spiritual experience “as a result of these steps” begins with us. So how is it going? Have the first three caused you to reach out to that Power that is greater than you and your disease? Have you caught a glimpse of what that new world looks like? Have you done the hard work of identifying what changes need to be made in your life through steps five through seven? Have you found those spiritual principles to live by and ordered your life to conform to those?

The conscious contact with God and maintaining that relationship is vital to the spiritual awakening. What is the vision your Higher Power has given you? Haven’t gotten it yet? If not, keep asking for it.

Dr. Bob and Bill W. had that kind of an experience that changed the lives of many people. Both realized that with their own sobriety, they could help others. Their spiritual awakening moved them to create a fellowship that has changed millions of lives. Perhaps yours is not the same but it’s just as real. Maybe it is to be a good sponsor to start with. I’m a firm believer that when we get ourselves out of God’s way we will come face to face with that vision. We will then know what our place in life is. My challenge to you is to work the steps faithfully so that you can have that spiritual awakening “as a result of these steps”. You are promised one and you will get one if you faithfully work them daily.

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The sheer multiplicity of career options in front of scholars put them in a situation where they are perplexed by the big quandary as to what will be their move pertaining to higher studies. Every other day, we witness the announcement of new course which guarantees excellent growth prospects. However, in today s avant-garde epochs MBA is a much sought after study programme which commands apt repute and rewarding career. India is fast emerging as the epicenter of MBA education with an assortment of MBA colleges sprinkled all over its length.

In this article we will put some light on MBA Chennai, MBA Bangalore and MBA Hyderabad. Chennai is one amid the four metropolitan cities of India and therefore enjoys a certain connotation amid MBA aspirants. The ambient and supportive milieu of Chennai makes it a perfect destination to pursue your MBA degree.

Some of the renowned and top notch names when it comes to MBA Chennai are: – Great Lakes Institute of Management, Loyola Institute of Business Administration(LIBA), Institute for Financial Management and Research (IFMR), Indian Meritime University (IMU), ITM Business School, Chennai Business School (CBS), Academy of Maritime Education & Training (AMET University), Jansons School Of Business (JSB), VEL TECH Technical University, Velammal College of Management Studies, All India Institute of Management Studies (AIIMAS), All India Institute of Management Studies (AIIMAS) and a lot more.

Bangalore is yet another MBA destination which is fast emerging as the most preferred place due to the vivacious and multi cultural environment. It is aptly termed the fashion capital of India and is also referred to as the silicon valley of India due to the presence of a large number of MNCs and Blue chip corporations. The excellent placement opportunities and a lively studious environment drive a lot of intellectuals towards it.

On this note when it comes to MBA Bangalore, some well known and distinguished names are: – Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore (IIM-B), NMIMS University, Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Acharya Institute of Management and Sciences (AIMS), IFIM Business School, Alliance Business Academy, Dayananda Sagar Institutions (DSI), International School of Business and Media (ISB&M), M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology, St. Joseph’s College of Business Administration (SJCBA), Training & Advance Studies in Management & Communication Ltd (TASMAC), Indian Academy Group of Institutions, etc.

Now let us come to the city of Hyderabad which has various historic and contemporary connotations. Pursuing a MBA degree in this city will proffer you international standard edification solution along with a plethora of other value added benefits.

MBA Hyderabad instantly crops up many an eminent and notable names of educational establishments proffering international standard MBA programs, some of them are: – National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE), Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad (JNTU), Badruka College Post Graduate Center, Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology (CBIT), Vignana Jyothi Institute of Management, Asia Graduate School of Business, Al Habeeb College of Engineering and Technology (AHCET), Global Institute of Management Science(GIMS), Food and Agri Business School (FABS) and a lot more.

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