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August Madness
It’s August. Teachers are busy buying things to turn the four walls of their classrooms into inviting realms of learning for their students. They are buying cut-outs and borders for bulletin boards, which they will personalize with their students’ names. They will be setting up birthday charts so each child will be celebrated on their special day. Teachers are stocking up on pencils, stickers, and small prizes to keep the kids motivated, and to make sure everyone has something to write with. These teachers are scouring Teachers Pay Teachers and Pinterest, collecting new activities that will enable their students to learn while having fun. They are purchasing rugs for the little ones to sit on, constructing cozy reading nooks, and engineering eye-pleasing storage for all the games, props, books, and art supplies their students will be using throughout the year.
By Donna Gerard3 years ago in Education
Title: Unleashing the Power of Masterminds
Introduction In today's rapidly changing world, individuals and businesses are faced with complex challenges that require innovative solutions. In response to this need, mastermind groups have emerged as powerful tools for personal and professional development. These groups bring together like-minded individuals with diverse expertise, perspectives, and experiences to collaboratively solve problems, share knowledge, and support one another's growth. One such platform that has been making waves in the realm of masterminds is Skool.com. In this article, we will explore the concept of masterminds and delve into how Skool.com plays a crucial role in fostering collaborative excellence.
By Anuradha Senevirathne3 years ago in Education
Lyndsay Maas on Continuing Education and Lifelong Learning for Personal and Professional Growth | Santa Barbara, California
In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, the concept of education has transcended the boundaries of traditional classrooms. Continuing education and lifelong learning have become essential personal and professional growth tools. Whether you seek to enhance your existing skills, explore new areas of knowledge, or stay updated in your field, embracing a continuous learning mindset can provide numerous benefits and open doors to new opportunities. Let’s examine the significance of continuing education and lifelong learning and how they contribute to personal and professional growth.
By Lyndsay Maas3 years ago in Education
Lyndsay Maas on The Importance of Legal and Regulatory Compliance in Business Administration | Santa Barbara, California
Legal and regulatory compliance has become crucial to successful business administration in today’s complex business landscape. Compliance refers to laws, regulations, and industry standards governing business operations. While some may view compliance as a burden or unnecessary paperwork, it plays a pivotal role in protecting businesses, maintaining ethical practices, and fostering stakeholder trust. We will explore the significance of legal and regulatory compliance in business administration.
By Lyndsay Maas3 years ago in Education
Maintain a Good Mental Health
Maintaining good mental health is crucial for overall well-being and happiness. Here are some essential tips to promote and preserve mental well-being:
By Hanzo Maglanque3 years ago in Education
Lori Vallow Sentenced to Life in Prison
In a stunning turn of events, Lori Vallow, the central figure in a gripping true-crime saga that captivated the nation, has been sentenced to life in prison for her role in the tragic and bizarre series of events that unfolded over the past few years. The trial, which captured the public's imagination with its perplexing twists and turns, has finally reached its climactic conclusion.
By Pradip Sarkar3 years ago in Education
3 new freelancing websites to make $50 a day (Low competition) (No investment)
Freelancing has grown in popularity over the years as more people seek flexibility and independence in their working lives. However, with so many freelancing websites to choose from, it can be difficult to find the right platform that matches your skills and experience. Many freelancers face difficulties due to the high level of competition on popular freelancing websites, making it difficult to land jobs and earn a decent living.
By SHORTS DIGITAL3 years ago in Education
Which type of milk is best for you?
There are a bewildering array of options available whenever you go shopping for milk. Dairy milk is available, but so are goods made from plants. A plant needs to be either dried and milled into flour, or it needs to be soaked, drained, rinsed, and ground into a thick paste. The plant paste or flour is then flavor-infused, water-diluted, and vitamin- and mineral-fortified. The end result is a plethora of choices that have many characteristics with animal milk. Which milk is therefore best for you in reality? Let's examine some of the most well-liked milks: oat, soy, almond, or dairy?Depending on whether it is skim, reduced fat, or whole milk, a 250 ml glass of cow's milk has 2 to 8 grams of fat, 8 grams of protein, and 12 grams of carbs. That amounts to roughly 15% of the daily protein, 10% of the daily carbohydrate, and 2% to 15% of the daily fat requirements for an average adult. Compared to dairy milk, most plant-based milks contain fewer carbs. Additionally, they have less fat but more of the so-called "good fats." In contrast, the majority of plant-based milks do not naturally include the beneficial elements calcium and vitamin D that are present in dairy milk. When compared to dairy, our plant-based milks, like almond and oat, are low in protein. While oat milk is high in beta-glucans, a beneficial type of fiber, almond milk has the fewest nutrients of the four. In comparison to other plant milks, it also has a lot of carbohydrates—sometimes as much as dairy milk. In contrast, soy milk is a fantastic source of potassium and contains the same amount of protein as cow's milk. Isoflavone, a substance found in soybeans, was once thought to be a possible cause of hormonal abnormalities since it functions similarly to estrogen. In the end, however, isoflavones, which have a far lesser impact on human bodies than estrogen, are present in extremely little quantities in soy milk.Depending on your specific needs, one of these milks may come out on top: if you have a lactose intolerance, plant-based milks will win, while almond milk is off limits if you have a nut allergy. Dairy milk may be the most effective source of essential nutrients for persons who lack access to a diverse and varied diet. But if all else is equal, every one of these four milks is wholesome enough to be included in a diet plan. Because of this, many people believe that the milk that is greatest for you is also the milk that is best for the environment. Which then consumes the fewest resources and leaves the least amount of pollution? One glass of cow's milk requires roughly 4 square kilometers to produce, a land use that contributes to habitat loss and deforestation. On the majority of that area, cows are kept as livestock, and on some of it, feed is grown. Many cows consume oats and soy beans. Only approximately a quarter square kilometer is required to grow the oats or soybeans for milk, compared to the amount needed to feed a dairy cow. Similar land use is found in almond milk. However, the location of that land is also important; whereas oat and almond farms don't contribute significantly to deforestation, soybean farms do. Water is used throughout the entire process of producing milk, however there are significant changes at the agricultural stage. The most water is used by dairy milk, roughly 120 liters each glass, largely to hydrate cows and cultivate their feed. Second rank goes to almonds, which require more than 70 liters of water each glass. Almond trees require years of irrigation before they begin to produce almonds, so the majority of that water is utilized to grow those plants. While many other crops can be left fallow and still produce later, the trees must receive constant watering or they would perish. In total, only 5 to 10 liters of water per glass of milk are needed to cultivate soy and oats. For the plant-based milks, the manufacturing of milk results in between 0.1 and 0.2 kilos of greenhouse gas emissions per glass.In contrast, cows that make dairy milk also emit enormous amounts of the gas methane when they sneeze and fart. Overall, more than half a kilogram of greenhouse gas emissions are produced by each glass of dairy milk. There is a strong case for choosing plant-based milks, especially oat or soy milk, in terms of the health of our world, even if either of these milks may be a suitable fit for you depending on your dietary needs.
By Niks3 years ago in Education
Why you shouldn't worry about pooping once a day
When do you go potty? You may have heard that you need to urinate once day. But in reality, you're absolutely normal whether you go to the bathroom three times a day or more frequently than that. Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter (music) (Music) I'm Dr. Jen Gunter. Hello. More often than you might imagine, as an ob-gyn and a pain medicine specialist, I find myself discussing poop with my patients. I notice a lot of worry about it overall. Even though it's a fictitious statistic, some people worry if they don't have a bowel movement once a day. Some people experience constipation.They frequently don't receive the necessary care, and they may even resort to risky treatments like colon cleanses. One word, though, stands out among all the feces talk: fiber. I'll walk you through the process from eating to pooping. In fact, digestion begins in the mouth. The food is broken down into tiny pieces during chewing. Saliva, which possesses enzymes that begin to break down those carbs and fats, combines with your food while you eat, moistening it. Food is moved to your stomach by the contractions in your esophagus, where it is further broken down by the acid, gastric fluids, and enzymes. The food then moves to the small intestine where, with assistance from the pancreas, gallbladder, liver, and microbiome, lipids, proteins, carbs, and micronutrients are further broken down so they may be absorbed across the small intestine and transported to the liver for processing. The remainder travels to the colon, also known as the large intestine, which performs three main functions: absorbing water and electrolytes, generating and absorbing vitamins, and creating and squeezing the substance, now known as stool, in the direction of the rectum. When the rectum is full, the brain receives a signal, considers if it is a suitable time for urination, and if it is, sends a signal to the anal sphincter muscles to relax.And then, well, you know what follows. In healthy individuals, this procedure normally takes between 24 and 120 hours and involves more than 10 organs. It's therefore a good idea to conceive of poop as everything that isn't digested during this procedure. It is made up of fiber, water, bacteria, mucus, and dead cells. Fiber is fantastic. From top to bottom, it has an impact on the digestive system. It is merely a carbohydrate that the body is unable to absorb. While other carbohydrates are converted to sugars, fiber sort of moseys about while performing a variety of interesting tasks. High-fiber foods help us time our meals because they take longer to physically consume. Additionally, the bulk prolongs your feeling of fullness by slowing down digestion, especially in the stomach. Fiber keeps the stool soft by attracting water into it. To put it mildly, a scratchy, hard stool is unpleasant. Additionally, it boosts bacterial mass. Together, water and bacteria increase the stool's volume, which facilitates transit. Additionally, fiber decreases and delays the absorption of lipids and cholesterol as well as sweets into the bloodstream. Additionally, as fiber builds up in your colon, it feeds all of the beneficial gut flora, assisting in the maintenance of a balanced microbiome. Fiber has been linked to a lower risk of diabetes, heart disease, a number of gastrointestinal disorders, and even some malignancies.But the majority of us don't receive enough of it. For instance, in the US, most persons don't consume the required 28 grams of fiber each day. Actually, the daily intake of fiber for the average American is only 15 grams. So, exactly how can you consume more fiber? Eating more whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes is the standard response. I do, however, want you to think about some more fiber-rich foods that I personally enjoy, such as pears, raspberries, blackberries, avocados, artichokes, high-fiber cereals, whole grains (my favorite is farro), lentils, kidney beans, and chickpeas. Other choices include sunflower seeds, almonds, and pistachios. Reach for those if you're unsure. also joyful pooping.
By Niks3 years ago in Education
The power of the placebo effect
56 participants participated in a 1996 trial to examine the effectiveness of the novel analgesic Trivaricaine. On each subject, the new painkiller was applied to one index finger only, leaving the other unaffected. Both were then painfully clamped together. In comparison to the untreated finger, the subjects claimed that the treated finger hurt less. This shouldn't come as a surprise, except Trivaricaine was a phony mixture with no pain-relieving effects at all, not even a real painkiller.What led the kids to believe that the fake medicine had actually worked? The placebo effect, a mysterious phenomena where drugs, treatments, and therapies that are frequently phony and are not supposed to have an impact, provides the solution. Since they discovered the ability of phony pharmaceuticals to alleviate patients' symptoms in the 1700s, doctors have used the term "placebo" in their vocabulary. These were used when appropriate medications weren't available or if a person believed they were ill. Actually, the Latin root of the word "placebo" (which means "I shall please") suggests that it has a history of soothing uneasy patients.To be effective, placebos had to closely resemble the actual treatments; as a result, they were presented as sugar pills, water-filled injections, and even mock surgeries. Doctors soon discovered that deceiving patients in this manner could be useful in clinical experiments. By the 1950s, researchers were routinely testing novel treatments with placebos. For example, in a trial, half the patients might get the actual medicine being tested. A placebo with the same appearance would be given to the other half. Researchers reasoned that the results wouldn't be skewed because patients wouldn't be able to tell whether they had received the genuine article or a dud. The effectiveness of the new medication was then established if it outperformed the placebo by a substantial margin. Due to ethical issues, this method of using placebos is less used today. It's better to compare a new drug to an older version or an existing drug rather than not treating a patient at all, especially if they have a serious illness. In these situations, placebos are frequently employed as a control to fine-tune the study and allow for accurate comparison of the effects of the new drug against that of the old drug or an alternative treatment. However, we also know that placebos have an impact of their own.Patients have found relief from a variety of conditions, including heart issues, asthma, and excruciating pain, thanks to the placebo effect, even when all they had received was a fake medication or a phony operation. We're still attempting to figure out how. Some contend that the placebo effect is not real, but is instead mistaken for other phenomena, such as patients' attempts to appease doctors by inflating their reports of progress.However, scientists believe that if a person thinks a phony treatment is effective, their expectations of recovery actually do stimulate physiological processes that lessen their symptoms. The release of molecules that lessen pain, such as endorphins, as well as observable changes in blood pressure and pulse rate appear to be possible effects of placebos. That explains why participants in pain trials frequently report that placebos make them feel better. Placebos may also lower stress hormone levels, including adrenaline, which might lessen the negative symptoms of a condition. So why not acknowledge the odd advantages of the placebo? No, not always. A person could lose out on medicines or therapies that have been shown to be effective if they think a fraudulent treatment has treated them. In addition, good effects can and frequently do wear off over time. Clinical outcomes are also tainted by placebos, which motivates researchers to find out how they control our behavior. Even with all that we now understand about the human body, certain odd and enduring mysteries, like the placebo effect, remain. What other wonders that haven't been discovered might we have? It's simple to explore the world around us without realizing that one of its most fascinating themes is there in front of our very own eyes.
By Niks3 years ago in Education
Why do we have to wear sunscreen?
The majority of us consider the Sun to be a friend. In addition to keeping us warm and promoting plant growth, who doesn't enjoy lounging on the beach in the sun? However, despite all of its benefits, excessive exposure to the sun can be dangerous. That is why sunscreen was created. Sunscreen's main function is to protect the body from the Sun's UV rays, which can cause sunburn, premature aging, and skin cancer. These rays are divided by their various wave lengths into categories like UVA and UVB, which have a range of effects on the skin as a result of the chromophores, the components of molecules that give them color, absorption patterns. Hemoglobin, which is present in our red blood cells, and melanin, which is responsible for the pigment in our skin, are the two main chromophores. We are aware that UVB rays damage the skin. Less is known about the function of UVA rays, however they appear to affect our tan reaction, carcinogenesis, and aging. Consequently, how can sunscreen shield us from harmful rays? Sunscreens come in two primary categories: chemical and physical blockers. Physical blockers that operate as a physical barrier, such as zinc oxide or titanium dioxide, reflect the sun's rays. You've probably seen lifeguards with white patches covering their noses, so you know what this looks like. The main ingredients of diaper creams, which also aim to form a physical barrier, are the same. They have historically been difficult to apply and prominently visible on the skin, but new formulations have made these problems less of a concern. Contrarily, chemical blockers take the Sun's rays in. Due to a decline in UV absorption, they decay more quickly than physical sunscreens. When applied to the skin, these are typically more transparent, although some of the ingredients can cause allergic reactions in some people. All sunscreens are put through testing to ascertain their SPF, or sunburn protection factor, regardless of the type. This essentially measures the amount of UVB protection the sunscreen will offer before you start to burn. However, even if you don't get sunburned, you should still wear sunscreen because, unless you live in a cave, you are not immune to the sun's effects. While those with darker skin and those who tan readily do have higher natural protection against sunburns, they are nonetheless at risk from UVA rays.Contrarily, young children under the age of six months should not spend much time in the sun because their skin is more likely to absorb any sunscreen that is applied and their protective systems are not fully developed. All three kinds of skin cancer—basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma—can be thwarted by using sunscreen. Every day, the DNA in your cells experiences mutations and errors that are often corrected by internal machinery. However, UV rays from the Sun can cause changes that the cell may be unable to correct, which can result in uncontrolled growth and ultimately skin cancer.The most terrifying aspect of this is that, most of the time, you won't even notice it happening until it's too late. If these specific health dangers aren't enough to persuade you to use sunscreen, there are also aesthetic benefits. Sun damage is the main factor in early aging, along with cigarette smoking. Chronic sun exposure causes photoaging, which causes the skin to lose its suppleness and appear sagging. Observe the difference in this truck driver's left side, which was frequently exposed to the sun. This is a crucial idea. Car windows block UVB, which causes burns, but not UVA, which causes aging.Daily use of sunscreen is advised, but you should take extra precautions before prolonged exposure to the sun, when at the beach, or when in areas with snow, as the reflection of water and ice magnifies the sun's rays. For these situations, apply a small amount (15–30 minutes before leaving) and again right afterwards after leaving the house. You should then reapply it every two to three hours, especially after swimming or perspiring. In any other case, you should wear protective clothes with a UPF rating for ultraviolet protection. Avoid the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and stay in covered areas like those beneath trees or an umbrella. And what sort of sunscreen is the best? Everyone will have a preference, but look for the following features: water resistance, wide spectral, and an SPF of at least 30. For daily use, a mild moisturizer with SPF 30 should work well. If you choose to use a spray, pay attention. They are like using a spray can rather than a paintbrush to paint a wall in that it takes numerous coats to effectively cover your skin. Enjoy the sun, but do it while wearing sunscreen.
By Niks3 years ago in Education
Steroids and Sports. Content Warning.
One of the most widely discussed and controversial arenas of human performance concerns the use of steroid supplements to enhance athletic ability for a variety of sports, ranging from bicycling to baseball. There is strong evidence that human athletes have attempted to enhance their athletic performance using steroids since the 1950s, but whether, and in which sports, steroids are actually effective remains controversial (reviewed by Ryan 1981; George 2003; Hartgens and Kuipers 2004). In general, steroids used by athletes encompass a wide variety of forms of the androgen testosterone (George 2003), and most seem to have the classical androgenic and anabolic effects on men, although steroid use by women cannot be ignored (Malarkey et al. 1991; Gruber and Pope 2000). Alternative forms of testosterone (e.g., testosterone enanthate, methandrostenolone) are typically used by those desiring enhanced performance because ingested or injected testosterone is quickly metabolized into inactive forms (Wilson 1988). Therefore, the human studies we cite relate to testosterone derivatives. However, early studies on the effects of steroids on human performance had major design flaws: B. Absence of control group and double-blind study, presence of confounding factors (such as differences in training level and motivation). and inadequate statistical methods (Bhasin et al. 2001; reviewed by George 2003). Due to these issues, the question of whether and how steroids actually improve athletic performance has been debated for many years until more recent research has conclusively demonstrated the significant effects of steroids. remained unresolved.
By Dharmendra Bonomaully3 years ago in Education