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<title>Causes and Natural Ways to Cure Acne</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Acne is the most common skin problem mainly among adolescents which is caused due to the physical changes that occur during the change from childhood to adolescence. 

The hormones that cause teens to mature also cause the oil glands of their skin to produce more oil. A skin bacteria called P. acnes begins to multiply rapidly in the oil of the clogged hair follicle. These bacteria produce irritating substances that cause swelling and inflammation. But, if proper care is not taken, it persists through adulthood. It affects the image conscious teenagers psychologically. 

One of the causes for pimple is the physical bodily disfunctioning. So, the body excretes the excessive waste products of the through the skin which is proved to be the second excretory organ. It may be due to deficient diet or due to the consumption of excessive junk food. 

As it is a result of an effort of the body to cleanse the system, unwashed hands should not be placed on the face or over the acne. Moreover as we know excessive accumulation of oil over the face causes acne, we must also deal with dandruff which increases the possibility. Similarly, dust should also be not allowed to accumulate over the face which can further cause pimples. 

But, as we all know that our body cells are made up of more than 75% water and this means that we need to keep them hydrated in order for them to function properly. So, water is the most important cure for this problem proved time and again. Drink lots of water, about 8 glasses everyday which will help you not only cure acne but most other skin problems. 

In addition to this, eat a lot of fresh fruits, in the form of juice is more favourable as it has more water content effective in curing acne. Include more of green leafy vegetables and food rich in vitamins and minerals in your diet to avoid acne and promote a healthy, glowing skin.

Vitamins and minerals are essential to good skin health and effective acne treatment. For acne and pimple related issues vitamin A is especially beneficial for clear, healthy skin. Vitamin A aids in the growth and repair of body tissues and helps maintain smooth, soft, disease-free skin. The B-complex vitamins, especially riboflavin, pyridoxine, and pantothenic acid, help reduce facial oiliness and blackhead formation. Sugar and alcohol destroy the B-complex vitamins.

Vitamin C aids in resisting the spread of acne infection, and vitamin D guards the body's store of calcium from excretion. Vitamin E has been found to be helpful in the prevention of scarring. Vitamin F is a vitamin consisting of unsaturated fatty acids and helps with regeneration of the skin.

Calcium is a mineral known for promoting strong bones and teeth, but also helps the skin remain healthy. Potassium deficiency in older persons can lead to dry skin, but in teenagers, potassium deficiency can result in pimples.

Before bathing, apply a mixture of tomato pulp of real tomato pulp, not packaged one and honey and rose-water to your face and keep for twenty minutes before washing off. At night, before going to bed, apply a mix of cream, glycerine, and lemon juice to your face and again keep it on for a short while before washing. Regular Yoga exercises will also improve skin and overall health.

This is one of the many natural ways to keep your skin healthy and reducing acne as much as possible. But the best way, however, without doubt is drinking plenty of water which is also the easiest and the most effective one. ]]></description>
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<title>Causes of Hair Loss and Solution</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Most people cannot differentiate between routine hair fall and clinical hair loss; this is because less people know that every one sheds some hairs each day as a part of normal hair cycle, usually up to 100 per day. If a person looses excessive hairs per day leading to some sort of baldness, it is called hair loss. 

The most common causes being hereditary, some debilitating illness, side effects of certain medications, problems in the scalp, hair shafts and deficient diet, as well as psychological imbalance.

Another common cause of baldness is genetic predisposition. In these persons, a group of hormones, called androgens, interferes with the natural hair growth cycle. These hormones are made in men's bodies in large amounts, and in women's bodies in small amounts. These hormones, over time cause the hair follicles to begin shrinking, which in turn alters the natural resting and growth phases of the hair. Some of the follicles eventually die, while others are rendered incapable of producing or maintaining healthy hair growth.

In order to get rid of this problem, first you should adopt some natural treatments meant for improvement which is not known by many. However, if it is ineffective, the final step is to visit a doctor for the necessary treatment. Let us look at some of the natural and best ways for hair cure. 

At the very outset, massaging your scalp with oil like jojoba, coconut, almond and henna are all perfect examples of some oils you can use to increase the effects of scalp massage. They relieve stress, improve overall health, and best of all re-grow hair. is very important as there are certain benefits to it. It promotes blood circulation in your scalp which is important for the growth of the follicles. Just like a plant needs water sent to its roots to grow, so does your follicles. 

Next is the right intake of vitamins. This is another criterion for healthy hair growth. Mainly Vitamin-B, Biotin, Vitamin-C, Vitamin-E and Zinc are the ones that govern hair loss and promote hair growth. Viatamin-C is helpful in maintaining and building healthy capillaries in your scalp. These capillaries carry blood to your follicles so that they can thrive on them and produce hair.

Biotin is another one of the vitamins that can often be found in many vitamin shops and while it's relatively expensive, it's well worth the investment. It's part of the B-vitamin family and produces great results for those with thinning hair. In addition to this it also promotes great growth of your nails, and beautifies the skin.

Finally, you can also use shampoo and conditioners according to the volume of hair fall. But for this you should use the right one needed for your hair as the texture of hair differ from person to person. So, first try using these and if the results are not satisfactory, it is a signal to see the doctor, but never before that. ]]></description>
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<title>Some Easy Ways To Keep Your House Dust-Free</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Dusting the house in order to keep it clean is a huge problem as it requires energy, time and effort. However, it is necessary not only to keep your house clean for decorative purpose but also for safety measures as dust carries certain bacterias which can cause allergies and other infections. 

The cleaning procedure can be made a little easier by designing the house in such a way that there is minimum dust collection; however, this does not mean that you are exempted from cleaning the house. But at the same, the burden and work is lessened to an extent. Here are some tips that will enable you do so and thus thrive for a better living condition with minimal dusting effort:

- One of the best things that you can do for your home is to decorate with things that will not hold dust. Tiny figurines that have lots of curves and corners can be great homes for dust particles to set up home as very few of us pay notice to them.

- Keep the flooring simple. Laying a carpet will only increase the accumulation of dust particles whereas hard floors are simple to sweep and mop.

- Mattresses, box springs and pillows should be encased with impermeable, zippered covers. New fabrics are now available that are breathable to allow water vapor to pass through for added comfort.

- Room air purifiers should be used as they are helpful in controlling dust by cutting its amount in the air.

- Use wooden, glass or plastic furniture where possible rather than upholstered (soft, padded) items. Antiques often contain high amount of dust.

- Select easily cleaned decorations instead of silk or dried flower arrangements, straw or fabric wall coverings.

- Keep the stuffed animals to a minimum, as they are one of the biggest dust collectors a home can have. 

- Leave shoes at the door. Shoes can track in all sorts of things so it can help to cut down on dust if you have a place at the front door for everyone to leave their shoes.

- Make sure the pets get bathed regularly as they can bring in a great deal of dirt and dust from outdoors.

- Wash linens and clothes in hot water when possible as this will help to kill off dust mites that can make many people sick.

These are some of the basic tips that will help you to keep your house neat and safe with less effort. Be smart in choosing your furniture and interior products and thus reduce the amount and time to keep it clean, shining, attractive and last but not the least safe promoting a healthy environment. ]]></description>
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<title>Some Basic Tips to Keep Your Teeth Healthy</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ All of us are very concerned about bad breath resulting from decaying of tooth or due to some other reason. But, it requires extra effort to overcome this problem once it gets accumulated. So it is better or rather very important to take some basic care of your teeth in order to keep away from these shortcomings. As we all know 'prevention is better than cure'. 

Moreover, it is not only about bad breath, healthy teeth also add to your bright and confident smile. Teeth are the permanent assets of our body and thus should be taken special care of. 

Infact, studies have shown that parents of children, who have milk teeth in their early period of life, are also advised to take care of those teeth as they provide space for the permanent teeth and guide them into position, assist in the development of speech and add to an attractive appearance. In short, it provides the basis for permanent teeth.

Here are some easy and simple tips that will help you protect your teeth from bacterial attack and thus causing bad breath, decaying, painful tooth etc. etc: 

1. Brushing

- Make it a point to brush your teeth at least twice a day; once in the morning and once before you go to bed.

- It is even better if you can brush after every meal or snack.

- Make sure that you change your tooth brush every three to four months.

- Always use brushes with soft bristles so that you do not harm your gums while brushing.

- An ideal brushing process should consist of two to three minutes.

- Use proper brushing technique while cleaning your teeth by placing the tooth brush against the gum line at 45 degree and rotating the brush at a slow circular motion.

- Ensure that the bristles of your tooth brush reach in between the teeth spaces but do not hurt the gums.

- Use a toothpaste that contains fluoride.

- While brushing your teeth, clean your tongue in order to prevent spreading of bacteria and retain fresh breath.

- Rinse your mouth thoroughly once brushing is complete and every time, after you have had food.

2. Use a Dental Floss: Flossing cleans the areas which are harder for a toothbrush to reach. It removes the food particles accumulated between the teeth. Flossing twice daily is preferable. 

3. Use of Mouth Washes: Mouthwashes such as Listerine possess effective antiseptic properties. They kill the bacterial plaque known to cause bad breath, tooth decay etc. Use a mouthwash after brushing as per its directions.

4. Eating right: Maintain a balanced diet but reduce the consumption of foods containing sugars or starch. Sugary foods (Candies, gums) and Starchy foods (potato chips, snacks) play an important role in causing tooth decay.

5. Avoid in between eating habits: Snacking between meals makes the teeth prone to tooth decay. The bacterial action is greatest at acidic Ph. The Ph is most acidic immediately after meals and gradually reduces and comes to a normal level. Eating in between meals does not allow the acidic level to come down increasing bacterial action. 

6. Avoid Cola and Energy Drinks: Cola drinks contain acids such as phosphoric acid and citric acid which have damaging effect on teeth. If you must drink, don't sip on them for a long time and do rinse your mouth after drinking.

7. Quit Smoking: Smoking not only stains your teeth but also damages your gums by reducing the blood supply. It also causes smokers breath. 

8. Chewing Sugar free Gum: Chewing Sugar free gum prevents bad breath and fights tooth decay by washing away the plaque acid resulting in healthier teeth.

9. Regular visits to your Dentist: It is essential to visit your dentist once in 3-6 months to diagnose any oral concerns early. Most oral health problems do not produce any symptoms till they have progressed to a later stage.

10. Oral Piercings: Oral Piercings such as tongue or lip are a no-no for good oral health. Tongue piercings can lead to allergic reactions, infections, nervous damage to tongue and gum disease. ]]></description>
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<title>Know the Basic Rules to Set Your Dinner Table</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ By knowing a little about how to set your table while making other preparations for a dinner party at home, you can make your party more disciplined and perfect. Like suppose, you prepare delicious food, but the table setting is not so impressive, you lose on this point. 

But this is no more the case, as it is really simple to adopt these small tips which will help you design your table formally and informally. The formal rules are not that formal as it sounds as there are few important and easy ones. It depends on your type of guests or the party which you are arranging. If it is for your friends, you need not be formal and can experiment creatively. But it is impressive if you know the rules when some formal guests like your colleagues are invited. 

There are a few things to consider before you actually prepare your formal dining table. First of all, one of your primary concerns should be to have an adequate amount of room at the table, which will allow your guests to be comfortable without being overcrowded. 

If you choose to have background music, make sure it is pleasing and appropriate for that particular dinner party. Always keep it at a low level to allow your guests to easily converse without having to resort to shouting just to hear each other.

Be sure to allow at least an inch of room from the edge of the table.

When arranging the cutlery, your dinner fork should be closet to the left of the dinner plate with the smaller, salad fork to the left of it. 

Next, the dinner knife should be to the right of your dinner plate, followed by the salad knife, with the soup spoon on the far side of the setting.
 
The goblets should be placed at the top right corner above the place setting and are aligned as follows: 

The red wine goblet is placed above the tip of the knife, followed by the water goblet behind to the left, and finally the white wine goblet to the right of the water goblet. The glasses arrangement may vary slightly in different formal dining table settings, as well as the placement of the napkin. 

A traditional setting may choose to put the napkin to the left of the forks, while another setting may place the folded dinner napkin directly on the dinner plate. 

If you are using bread and butter plates, they should be placed to the left of the dinner plate and above the forks. Also, place the bread and butter knife across the plate.

Another step in setting your table is to decide on the linens you'll be using. A white tablecloth and napkins are considered traditional for a formal dinner, while a patterned tablecloth work well for a more informal gathering.

These are some of the rules for a formal table setting. However, you can even experiment with your creativity. Like instead of using flowers or candles as the centre pieces which are the most popular trend and seen everywhere, you can replace it with a beautiful tray of red apples arranged in a pyramid which is simple but elegant. 

The basic idea is to know the rules and according to the situation use them by manipulating as it demands in order to be impressive and to arrange what is called a good dinner party. ]]></description>
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<title>High Heels May Be Harmful For Women's Health</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Any casual party or a social occasion, women are all set with high heels. Not only do the shorter women wear high heels to raise their height, even otherwise as it is kind of a trend and moreover to compliment with their dresses. Women are doing long-term damage to their health by wearing higher heels, and for longer, experts have warned.

A recent study found that up to a third of women suffer permanent problems as a result of their prolonged wearing of heels, ranging from hammertoes and bunions to irreversible damage to leg tendons. Most of the problems are caused by the increased pressure high heels put on the ball of the foot and the higher the heel, the greater the pressure. The knees and back also can be affected.

A British survey found that one in ten women wears them at least three days a week and a third of the women had hurt themselves falling off their high heels. High heels make you raise your heel and as soon as you do that your centre of gravity is pushed forward,as said by consultant podiatric surgeon Mike O'Neill.

He said that by doing this, we bend our lower back to compensate for it and that changes the position of our spine, which in turn puts pressure on the nerves in the back. This can cause sciatica, a painful condition that traps nerves, triggering pain and numbness as far down as the feet.

Another common problem associated with wearing high heel is the Achilles tendon - which runs up the back of the leg from the heel - becomes permanently damaged.

"This tendon is designed to be flexible, so the foot can lie flat or point. But many women who wear high heels too often suffer a shortening of the tendon because once the heel is pointed upwards, it tightens up. Stretching it again can be very painful," O'Neill said.

When women used to wearing high heels try to put their foot into flat shoes, they get a lot of pain in the back of the heel. Even 70 year olds hobble around in high heels because they cant put their feet flat anymore as it is too painful.

Other common problems include bunions, bony growths at the base of the big toe caused by tight, ill-fitting shoes, and so-called "pump bumps", where straps and the rigid backs of pump-style shoes cause a bony enlargement on the heel.

Many women also develop hammertoes, where tight-fitting shoes force them to crumple up their toes, shortening the muscles inside and leaving them permanently bent.
 
So, try and minimize when and where to wear them, or where is it most important. Avoid wearing them too often and substitute for flat or rather less high heels. As the higher they are, higher is the risk of getting affected. ]]></description>
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<title>Selecting Between Lcd And Plasma</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The leisure of watching a movie or a sport has become even greater with the high end technology's introduction of TVs like Plasmas, LCDs, Flat TVs, Ultra Slim Fit and the likes. But, the latest hype is about Plasmas and LCDs in particular. Now, the next step is selecting or choosing between the wide ranges of models getting launched everyday.

First of all, you need to set a budget for your purchase; this will curtail half the burden. After the budget, you have to consider the different features which you are looking for. But, for this aspect, you need to have some knowledge about the type of the product that you are looking for.

Measure the space where you will put the TV before going to the store, most of us tend to ignore this, but some TV weigh over 45 kgs and thus can be difficult to move. Warranties are important because they fix defects at little or no cost to the consumer. Retail stores are the best option for buying a TV because you can see your model physically before taking it home and you meet face to face with the ales person.

CRT tvs are the traditional tube televisions which still now offer the best pictures available in the HDTV world, although its losing its shine under the dominance of plasmas and others. However, it has superb picture quality, low cost, excellent with ambient light, have great viewing angle and are easy to maintain. But, its disadvantage like bulky weight, image size and old technology has given way to other latest improvements.

Here are some of the main points of differences between LCD and Plasma TV sets:

Plasma TV Overview

Plasma television technology is based loosely on the fluorescent light bulb. Although Plasma television technology eliminate the need for the bulky picture tube and electron beam scanning of traditional televisions, because it still employs the burning of phosphors to generate an image, Plasma TV still suffer from some of the drawbacks of traditional TVs, such a heat generation and screen burn of static images.

LCD TV Overview

LCD televisions, on the other hand, use a different technology. Basically, their panels are made of two layers of transparent material, which are polarized, and are 'glued' together. Unlike standard CRT and Plasma TVs, since there are no phosphors that light up, less power is needed for operation and the light source in an LCD television generates less heat than a Plasma or traditional TV. Also, because of the nature of LCD technology, there is no radiation emitted from the screen itself.

Comparison

- Lcd tvs are best suited in rooms with ambient light as in the case in most of our homes. Plasma tvs, on the other hand are bet for homes that have dedicated home theatre with controlled lighting or night-time viewing, as they produce the best contrast required to how detailed dark scenes.
- Another aspect is picture quality that everyone is concerned about. Both of these tvs produce excellent pictures.
- Lcds score more than plasmas when it comes to picture resolution in models of various sizes.
- Plasmas have an advantage over lcds with regard to fast moving scenes and contrast levels.
- Lcd televisions are typically more expensive than equivalent-sized plasma tvs over 32 inches, although this is changing and prices have dropped for both.
- Lcds are lighter compared to plasmas which require a professional installer.
- With regard to power consumption, lcds use on average half of the power from plasma tvs.
- Plasma tvs are more susceptible to burn in technology, whereas lcds are not.
- Plasmas generate more heat than lcds due to the need of light of phosphors to create the images.
- Lcds run better in higher altitudes unlike plamas.
- Lcds run about twice as long as plasma tvs and are thus preferred for long usage applications like shops and households that operate it for more longer time.

The price ranges anywhere from 25-30,000 and run into lakhs depending on the size and other features, and in these to sets, lcds are more expensive in bigger sizes.

Thus, after considering the various features of the two sets, you need to decide which aspect are your first concerns and accordingly go for the right one, thereby enjoying every aspect of it and avoiding any discrepancy. ]]></description>
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<title>Front Loading Or Top Loading?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Well, today Washing Machine is a necessity in every household and it is also worth the expenditure. But knowing which one is important for you is the main factor. With the improving technology, there have been a wide range of these appliances being launched in the market and as a result we are provided with lot of choices.

It leads to confusion and we are not able to decide which is appropriate for our purpose thus resulting in wrong purchase, many of the times. So to overcome this problem, you should have the basic knowledge regarding its purchase. Here are some of the distinctions made on different kinds of Washing Machines.

The first dilemma is whether to go for a front-loading or top-loading washing machine.

The main difference between a top loading and front loading washing machine is how the clothes are placed inside. A top loading washing machine has a hinged lid on top, allowing the clothes to be placed inside a horizontally-oriented watertight tub. In the center of this tub is a device called an agitator. The agitator's job is to swirl the clothes through the soapy water.

A front loading washing machine has no central agitator, but uses gravity and side-mounted paddles to agitate clothes. Once the front door is closed, it remains locked mechanically until the washing cycle is complete.

One advantage of a front loading washing machine is an increased capacity. A front loading washing machine is also gentler on clothes and generally quieter to operate. Another advantage is less water and detergent usage.

A top loading washer must use enough water to cover the highest level of the clothes. A front loading washing machine, on the other hand, only uses enough water to cover approximately the lower third of the tub at most.
However, it is expensive to buy, heavy, smaller range available, usually no adding clothes. 

While a top loader is cheaper, faster, lighter, big ranges available and early loading from top. Well, like the front loader, it also has its drawbacks as well. The top loader uses a large amount of water, not energy efficient, uses more detergent, pace needed to open lid.
	
Number of features come into consideration like:

- Wash Performance for its effectiveness at cleaning and removing stubborn stains;
- Energy Efficiency, according to the amount of water and electricity it uses, and;
- Spin Speed, the faster the rotations, the more water is extracted and the quicker the drying time.
- Capacity, can be a big deal for many energy efficient models. They save energy by allowing you to wash fewer clothes at once.
- Variable wash temperatures, are a useful feature. 

Most clothes only need to be washed on cold, avoid using warm or hot water unless the clothing is heavily soiled or requires it.

Washing Machines come in various range starting from 3,000/- to 45,000/- or even more.

Well, now it might be easier for you to judge which type of machine fulfill your needs and also to make a clear comparison as you know the features of different types of washing machines. ]]></description>
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<title>Choosing A Refrigerator And Food Storage Tips</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Wide range of refrigerators is getting launched in the market these days. You need to choose amongst them, the best one that fits your purpose. But, for selecting one, you must have some knowledge regarding its functions and different kinds of models.

The choice of refrigerator you want to buy will depend on the number of people in the house as well as your food habits. Roughly a two member family would require anywhere between 50 to 200 litres. However, if you like your steak and chilled beer you might want a higher capacity refrigerator. Also if you are the kind who likes their weekly Sunday grocery shopping a larger capacity will be useful. 

Refrigerator types are simple like direct cool and frost-free refrigerator. Direct cooling ones are mostly single door refrigerators and frost-free refrigerators are mostly double and multiple doors. The abundant variety comes in the form of capacity. You can choose from mini, small, medium and large refrigerators. 

- Mini (50 to 100 litres) : These are really small, single door refrigerators just enough for one person to store the occasional can of beer and juices along with bare food items.

- Small (170 to 200 litres) : just right for a couple or even a small kitchen. You would go for this if you were on a tight budget. These are single door refrigerators.

- Medium (200 to 450 litres) : This is for the nuclear household. Reasonably priced these provide ample storage with enough features that are value for money. These could be single as well as double refrigerators.

- Large (450 to 800 litres) : For the big home and big budget. You would go for this if you have a large household and are really fond of throwing elaborate dos. The large sized could be double door, three door, bottom mounted, side-by-side.

Refrigerators should stay at 4.5*C or less. A temperature of 4.5*C or less is important because it slows the growth of most bacteria.  The temperature won't kill the bacteria, but it will keep them from multiplying, and the fewer there are, the less likely you are to get sick from them. 

Refrigerate or freeze perishables, prepared foods, and leftovers within 2 hours or less. Marinate foods in the refrigerator. Never defrost food at room temperature. Thaw food in the refrigerator, in cold water or in the microwave if you will be cooking immediately. 

Separate large amounts of leftovers into small, shallow containers for quicker cooling in the refrigerator. Do not over-stuff the refrigerator. Cold air must circulate to keep food safe.

Uncooked meat should be kept separately, preferably in the lower part of the fridge, to avoid the dripping of juices which can cause dangerous contamination. Defrost food stored in the refrigerator. This is the safest method for all foods. 

Defrost food in the microwave only if it will be cooked immediately. Avoid keeping food in the Danger Zone that  is the unsafe temperatures between 4.5*C and 60*C. Do not defrost food in hot water. 

The price range is very extensive starting from Rs 5,500 going up to Rs 2,25,000.

Thus, choose the appropriate size and type of refrigerator according to the use and your budget from the various kinds and knowing these features will help you to zero in for the right one avoiding confusions. You can also ensure your hygienic level by following the guidelines regarding the storage tips. ]]></description>
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<title>How Simple Exercises At Home Can Keep You Fit And Toned</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ With our busy schedules and expense of a gym membership, many of us although well aware that we need to exercise, tend to give it a second thought and thus start compromising with our health.

But today, we all know that our intake of calories and fats in the food is much higher than before and so we need to burn them in order to maintain our health which is possible only through exercises. It is necessary for each one of us to do some sort of physical activity to keep ourselves fit and toned. Well, most of us are under the impression that only overweight people need to exercise which is completely wrong.

Now, the question is, if it is so important, why is it that most of us do not exercise? The main reason is, most of us are plainly lazy and postpone it till we become overweight which cannot be controlled by normal exercising session and thus we end up going for weight-loss packages paying a very high price.But to our disappointment, it does not provide a permanent solution and once you stop following their instructions after the completion of the package, you tend to put on  weight again.

Moreover, daily physical activities reduces stress, helps in providing quality sleep, keeps your metabolic rate active and you are also less prone to diseases, it even reduces the risk of certain diseases. Well, this is from a personal experience, it keeps your skin glowing and adds to your freshness.
 
So, to prevent for such a situation to arrive which causes embarrassment among colleagues and friends, start working out some of the basic, simplest and yet effective exercises right from your home. And you can do better by following these simple routine from home that doesn't cost you a penny and is also comparatively much more convenient :

Walking
Walking, jogging or running happens to be the simplest and cheapest kind of cardiovascular workout. This can be done in the neighborhood parks, along neighborhood lanes or within the compound of one's own house if it is spacious. 
- Walking briskly for 15 to 20 minutes is the best way one can initiate exercising.
- Trick is to begin slowly and then steadily increase the stride and fasten pace.

Swimming
Those who have a pool at home can take up swimming, which is a fabulous exercise and workout to keep the body fit and healthy. Benefits of swimming are -  
- It involves all important body muscles.
- It is a no-impact and is very effective for the recovery of injury. 

Crunches for the Abs                                                                                                              - Lie down flat on your back. Your knees should be bent and your feet placed comfortably on the floor. 
- You can choose to hold clasp your hands either on your chest or behind your head. Just make sure that you do not pull on your head. 
- In the simple crunch, you are instructed to just roll the upper torso upward. 
- To boost effectiveness of crunch exercise, you can instead push your chest and head up towards the ceiling keeping your lower back flat onto the floor.
- Hold for few seconds at the top of the movement and squeeze hard.

Push-ups                                                                                                                                               If you do no other exercise daily, push-ups can be a good workout because they get your heart pumping, strengthen key muscles in your arms, shoulders and chest, and improve posture by working on your upper core.

Thus we see that our stress levels, metabolic rate and many other essential functions are catalyzed by a small work-out session for just 15-20 minutes. So, why compromise on so many benefits which demand just a little hard work? Boost your energy levels! Get going! ]]></description>
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