Archive for July 8th, 2008

How to Get Rid of Cellulite - You’ve Been Scammed

Tuesday, July 8th, 2008
by Sydney Jaclynn

Everyone loves dimples! They’re so cute. But you want them on the cheeks on YOUR FACE, not your butt. The lumpy, dimpled texture that gathers on our hips, thighs, and butts is known as cellulite. Ick.

Fortunately, there are lots of ways to learn how to get rid of cellulite. But today, we will concentrate on what doesn’t work. Too often we’ll see commercials and advertisements promoting some product that’s supposed to erase our cellulite and make us look as sexy as a Hollywood actress. And, of course, most of them are rip-offs! Here’s a list of the things that don’t work.

Creams and Lotions - Ah, yes, melt away your unsightly cellulite simply by massaging some cream on your thighs and rear. Sorry, no, ain’t gonna happen. At most, they might temporarily shrink the fat cells. But they will come back, like a sequel to a bad horror movie.

Body Wraps - These could give you a temporary fix, but again, it’s temporary. Very temporary. In fact, body wraps may not even be good for your health. If you ever see an advertisement for a body wrap, do yourself a favor and turn off the TV.

Electric Muscle Stimulation - Ah, these sound like a dream come true, right? All you have to do is put on this device, switch it on, and sit back down on the couch to watch more television. Keep it up and your cellulite is all gone. Nope, sorry, that’s a hoax too.

If you truly want to learn how to get rid of cellulite, you have to learn what to eat, what to avoid, and what exercises will help shrink those fat cells. This is the only effective way to reduce cellulite and make our skin look smoother and slimmer.

Yes, it’s a bum deal, but we can do it if we are committed and if we have the drive and determination to get rid of those dimples!

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An Introduction To Composting

Tuesday, July 8th, 2008
by Ray Lam

There are tons of articles and information about composting and compost and I do not want to bore you with another one that explains all the tecnical aspects of this process and the scientific research behind composting.

Although, I’m not denying the fact that technical explanations such as those are necessary as well, but it would be nice to hear or read something more of layman’s approach on the subject. Well that’s something that this article would like to do, anyhow.

Compost is much more than a fertilizer. Compost is a soil conditioner and compost gives plants the best nutrients and minerals that they require. Besides that, compost has the ability to contain water which is key to the survival and growth of plants.

There are numerous composting methods which you use. The so called “no-turn” composting method seems to be the easiest. Like what the title of the method indicates, you don’t need to turn the pile of compost at least once every week to quicken the process of decomposition. In this “no-turn” technique, all you need to do is add a lot of coarse materials to your compost.

You will do just fine by adding a large quantity of straw. The role of straw is to create air pockets and also to aerate the pile. The compost will develop at the same rate as when you use the traditional “turn-over” composting technique. When using this technique, make sure you get your compost from the bottom pile. Do not forget to add some coarse materials together with your organic materials.

If the only available composting materials in your yard are piles and piles of leaves, then don’t worry. Creating composts from leaves alone can be done. You just need a couple of things, and some very simple techniques. Select a place where you will make your compost pile. For the leaves, the place ideal would be a well shaded area which will help keep the pile damp or moist. Also keep in mind that the pile should not be packed tightly. Keep it loose to allow the air to circulate.

In four or six months, the compost from leaves should be finished and ready to be applied to the soil. Take a mental note, however, that the compost created from the leaves does not contain enough nutrients and microorganism to function as a fertilizer. The finished compost, however, is great as soil conditioner.

When composting, you will need materials rich in carbon and nitrogen namely fruits and vegetable scraps and other table scraps except left over bones because they attract a number of pests and animals. Other products include eggshells, grass or shrub clippings, pine needles, seaweed and kelp, coffee grounds, wood ash, tea leaves, cardboard and shredded paper, corn stalks, wood chips, and sawdust.

To keep fruit flies and other pests at bay from your compost pile, it is advisable to cover the compost pile and to add some lime or calcium whenever you add new materials to your compost. The lime and calcium also function as an odour eliminator for your compost pile.

I hope you were able to have a simplified view of the composting and got some useful and simple tips from the article. Just remember that composting is difficult only if you want it to be.

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The Do’s and Don’ts of Installing Your Blinds

Tuesday, July 8th, 2008
by Maria Castronuevo

Now that you have considered getting blinds for your home, do not be daunted by the purchase or installation process. Everything will be just fine as long as you take the right measurements and are handy with a hammer and screwdriver.

When you are ready to install your blinds you will be very happy to know how easy it is to do and does not require a lot of intricate steps. Blinds can be installed no matter the age or gender of the person.

First, before you even purchase or attempt to install your blinds, take accurate measurements of each window you are getting blinds for. This will help you ensure the proper fit, both along the height and the width. Otherwise you could end up with window coverings that do not quite cover, or that are too long and wide. After you have the exact measurements of your windows, now it is time to buy your blinds.

The installation process is the next step now that the blinds are home.

You will need a pencil so that you can mark the placement of the brackets for the blinds. By holding your blinds exactly where you want them to hang make a pencil mark on both sides to identify the position of each bracket. Now that step will help you to make sure that the brackets will be installed properly and the blinds will hang correctly. It is at this time that you should go get your hammer and screwdriver.

Wherever you made your pencil marks on the wall is where you are going to attach the brackets. Three or four small screws are used to attach the brackets to the wall. There are times when the screw won’t go directly into the wall so just take your hammer and tap the screw a couple times to get it started and then continue using the screwdriver. The brackets must be lined up exactly where your pencil lines are so that the width of the blinds is accurate. Remember to have the open side of the each bracket facing the front so that the blinds can slide into the brackets easily.

At this time you will be installing the blinds into the brackets. They should slide easily into the open ends of the brackets and they should also feel snug and secure. There is a small piece used to slide over the open side of the brackets that will lock the blinds in place and give your blinds a finished look.

Stand back and admire your handiwork. What an accomplishment to have installed your lovely new blinds all by yourself.

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Using Water Instead Of Fuel To Run Your Car

Tuesday, July 8th, 2008
by Joe Matthews

Are you frustrated with high gas prices? Are you sick of having to fuel up all the time, and getting low Miles Per Gallon? And do you want to save the environment and stop polluting?

100% “water cars” and “water trucks” are still on the drawing board - but I’m excited to show you how you can start RIGHT NOW how to use Water4Gas to… Convert Your Car/Truck to BURN WATER as well as Gasoline–Double Your Mileage!

Water4gas is a do it yourself, affordable and SIMPLE technology. No big science, all simple. Water is supplemental to gasoline or diesel fuel.

Water is supplemental to petrol (gasoline) or diesel fuel. Therefore it is very possible and easy to pull energy from water to run a car on water too. The engine of these cars work by consuming not only hydrogen, but both gasoline and hydrogen. The hydrogen provides a boost to the car, thus saving on fuel consumption.

Water4gas is one of the most practical and effective device that you could have right now, simple technology, not rocket science.

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