How to avoid water diseases after an earthquake

After an earthquake, drinking water, other surface water, mud and silt and open bodies of water may pose some health risks as damage to sewerage and water systems may emerge.

Here are tips and pointers to prevent getting sick from stomach bugs and other illnesses:

• Boil tap water for at least 3 minutes before drinking, brushing teeth or washing or preparing foods.
• Avoid contacting with sewage and stay away from river, sea water or any other surface water since these might be contaminated with damaged sewage.
• Used as little water as possible when flushing your toilet, otherwise, make a temporary toilet with a bin with two plastic bags. Cover the bin after using. Bury the contents later.
• Alcohol gel is a good alternative to soap and gel.

Is alcohol taking over

How will you know if alcohol already have had asserted its power over you? Is alcohol taking over you? Seat back and feel free to ask the following questions to yourself, this will just take few minutes of your time though:

Do I drink more alcohol that I used to? A question about helping you discern if your dosage improved from time to time.

Do I drink more often that I used to? A question about helping you discern if you developed into an individual that drinks regularly.

Do I use alcohol to overcome stress or get away from problems? A question about helping you discern if you are depending on booze to get rejuvenated or to keep away from problems. Bear in mind that problems are still there the next day even if you drink now. It’s just a temporary escape from reality.

Does a friend, relative or family member expressed concerns about my drinking habits? This just implies that there is a tell-tale sign that there is problem already with regard to your drinking habits.

Is it hard to go without alcohol for a week? If you cannot let a week pass by without drinking, this is a sign that you are getting addicted with drinking already.

Do I feel uncomfortable when others abstain from alcohol? Because you are already hooked with drinking it will bother you if someone from your drinking mates especially your bosom friend will not be present for a bingeing or drinking session.

Do I hide from others the amount of liquor I consume? This is just implies that you linger to have a power on what amount of booze you are going to drink. You feel like you are unstoppable with your habits even at the expense of hiding it. Alas, you do this because you developed the liking of not letting others mind your drinking habit.

If you answer at least one yes from these set of questions it is high time to make an endeavor to regulate your drinking since just one yes answer will imply that you are addicted to booze already.

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The British Ambassador Samaritan in the Philippines

I read about the good deeds of British Ambassador Peter Beckingham and his wife Jill Beckingham.
This two lovely couple played a vital role in the building of what is touted to be the largest school made from recycled materials in the world, The Philippine Christian Foundation (PCF), located in Vitas, Tondo. This area is one of the poorest in the country and scavenging is the way of life here. The PCF have uplift the lives of about 400 students and it owes its existence to UK Ambassador to the Philippines and his wife Jill (the number one supporter of PCF).

The poverty that the country is experiencing right now have gone from worse to worst especially in many urban areas across the country like Tondo, Manila , where dumpsites have become a refuge to thousands of scavengers, whose survival depends on the garbages collected all across Metro Manila. This is a very sad state that the Philippines is encountering now. The Philippines is the country of extremes where the poorest of the poor and the richest of the rich intermingle in the social stream. Here the rich will further get richer while the poor will get poorer, and its normal to see cars (some luxurious and expensive) plying the roads and sad sights of trash-picking and beggars hoping for alms are common in almost all corners of the country.

But still, the residents have something to cheer about, for they have benefactors and supporters with genuine heart and compassion. Two of them is the wonderful husband and wife duo of Peter and Jill Beckingham.

Introduced to her five (5) years ago to the PCF project, Jill beckingham become the staunchest supporter of this worthwile endeavor. She helped raised funds with her creative ways by using her position, influence and wit, like bringing visiting compatriots to the PCF to show the accomplisments of British like her. Her efforts enabled the PCF to raise several millions of pesos from personal and corporate donations (also includes the local corporations).

The Beckinghams departed late last month but their legacy will forever be emblazoned in the Filipino’s heart and mind especially to those who personally felt their tender love and care. Jill Beckingham quipped, “We still have 50% left of the new school to complete and once it ‘s open, we need to cover the running costs. Feeding the children alone will cost 750,000 Philippine pesos a month. I will knock on the doors of whoever has funds to give. The’re still so much more that needs to be done…” Well said from a great invidual in Jill Beckingham.

Thanks and Farewell Beckinghams the Filipinos will not waver in cherishing all your good deeds. May you continue to make difference in many more people’s lives.

Spices Galore

Spices Galore
Spices were subject of disputes and conflicts among the European colonizers many many moons ago, why not? Spices are potent ingredients to whip up appetizing and delectable cuisines. Your range in the use of spices should not be limited with just black pepper, chili, garlic, soy sauce or fish sauce, to come up with foods in the tables that will surely give delight and fun among your family members.
Spices and herbs are proven not only to make foods flavorful but can serve as a defense against various ailments. Keep in mind that the rate of high blood pressure and other ailments linked with cardiovascular diseases in people worldwide is gradually growing every year. According to the medical professionals herbs and spices may play a role in combating the different forms of heart diseases.
Using spices in your dishes will help you shun away from ingredients that are linked to health problems such as sugar, salt and saturated fats. Potent herbs and spices can give you a savory taste and at the same time can transform your dishes into a healthy and hearty meal.
Here is the list of herbs and spices that you might utilize in cooking dishes:
Sage – Powerful herbs that can help sustain a sharp memory and ease out sore throats. An intake of sage tea is best to get rid of stomach ache and sore throats. In a conducted study made by the medical experts spraying sore throats with a solution made from sage can immediately give relief. In other study, students who took a capsule that contain sage extracts performed very well on memory tests that those that does not.

Rosemary – Rosemary can enhance mental concentration and can combat food-borne bacteria. In the latest study, people performed better on memory and alertness test when aromatic rosemary mists were channeled into their study cubicles.
Rosemary is often employed in making marinades for meats and poultry. The rosemarinic acid and other antioxidants present in the rosemary can help in warding off bacteria, protect the meat from spoilage and turn meats healthier to eat. And last but not the least it can also thwart the formation of the cancer –causing compounds which are the heterocyclic amines which are created during the grilling, broiling or frying of meats.

Turmeric – This may aid in the prevention of inflammation and slow down tumors. Often used as an ingredient in cooking chicken curry, the people of India utilize turmeric paste to hasten the healing of wounds. The active anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties if turmeric that is the curcumin is the one responsible in curing quickly wounds. According to medical experts, curcumin can help alleviate arthritis pain and injuries. Curcumin was also studied for its possible role in the treatment of heart disease, diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease. Initial studies have discovered that the curcumin can reduce the growth of tumor cell and repress enzymes that activate carcinogens.

Ginger – Looks like the turmeric, ginger can relive an upset stomach and arthritis pain. Packed with the active gingerols, people who took ginger capsules daily for 11 straight days stated that they experienced 25% less muscle pain when they carried out exercises built to labor their muscles compare to the taking of placebo effect.

In another study, ginger extract injections can also relieve osthoarthritis pain in the knee. So powerful and potent ginger is not only good in lowering the cholesterol level of an individual it can also help lower nausea caused by morning sickness or after surgery or chemotherapy but not efficient for motion sickness.

Some Important Facts and Brief History About Gold

In Egypt, gold is regarded as the absolute property of pharaohs and their gods. The tomb of Tutankhamen, discovered in 1922, was filled with priceless treasures of gold. Even his coffin was made of solid gold.

In Greece, according to some historians, Alexander the Great was “drawn initially into Asia by the fabled gold treasure of Persia.” It is reported that thousands of beasts of burden were pressed into service by his army to carry the gold he seized in Persia back to Greece. As a result, Greece became a gold-rich nation.

In Rome, one historian reports that “emperors freely used gold to secure the loyalty of their officials and to influence dignitaries in other lands. They impressed and often intimidated their people with the magnificence of their wealth, easily established by displays of spectacular golden ornaments.” The Romans acquired much gold from their conquest of Spain and their acquisition of Spanish gold mines, says one source.

Today, gold is one of the most treasured metals ever found beneath the earth’s surface. Because man has deep affinity to this precious metal, it is no wonder that powerful nations such as United States of America consider gold possession as the basis of one’s wealth and purchasing power. In this regard, the US governments still hoards these precious metals including silver – they buy gold coins, gold bullion, silver bullion and silver coins while the above ground production is low, and the world demand is high.

Tribute to Raymundo Punongbayan

One of the renowned and brilliant scientist and personality in the Philippines is the late Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) director Dr. Raymundo S. Punongbayan.

The PHIVOLCS director from 1983 through 2002, Punongbayan’s surname is a household name in the Philippines especially when disasters such as earthquakes, volcanic eruption and even typhoons and flash flood strikes and pummels the country.

Punongbayan, is a product of the country’s premier school in college, which is the University of the Philippines. His hardwork and diligence helped him earn a doctorate degree in Geology in the University of Colorado in 1972 while a Rockfeller grantee.
He successfully predicted the volcanic eruption of Mount Pinatubo that help saved thousands f residents around the radius of the volcano.

Punongbayan, was commended in the International stage as an authority in volcanological and seismological phenomena. In addition, his contribution in the various fields of volcanology, seismology, and disaster management and training and development are truly invaluable.

One of the most important things he does for his country was spearheading his team to dig a five (5) meter deep drainage channel at the side of Mt. Pinatubo that reduced one fourth of the lava emitted from the raging volcano and helped saved the lives of around 40,000 people.

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Rarest and Priceless Things on Earth

A very eye-popping question as it is, but there are things or perhaps living things that are rare on the planet earth, and what is exciting about this question is there are varied answers from different people from all walks of life. And once a thing or a living creature is rare it may command steep price when sold in the market, and when you are a willing buyer for sure you will shell out a huge amount of mullah to satiate your fondness for things that are not common. Those considered rare may deem priceless, too.

Here are some which I consider a rarity (this is in no particular order):

1. The Siberian white tigers.
2. The cheetahs, since they have only one genes and their extinction is impending if there preservation are not safeguarded.
3. The fossil remains that links modern man with apes, or perhaps this never exists.
4. The Philippine Monkey Eating Eagle, the rarest of its kind in the world. There are only few hundreds of these scattered all across the Philippine archipelago.
5. The rare earth elements or the so called rare earth metals that comprises 17 chemical elements in the periodic table, and these are scandium, yttrium, and the 15 lanthanides.
6. The fresh water dolphin in China (Yangtze River dolphin).
7. White Rhinoceros in Africa which has two sub species, which is the Southern and Northern. There are only seven known white rhinos in captivity to date.
8. The rarest shark in the planet, the megamouth shark.
9. Multiple births such as octuplets, septuplets or sextuplets.  The second octuplet that is recorded in history took place in California in the year 2009.
10. Neutrinos, which is one of the fundamental elements in the universe is also one of the most elusive and least understood.

Priceless things on earth:

1. Children
2. Understanding and ever supportive spouse
3. Best friend
4. Hobbies
5. Cheap thrills
6. Wisdom
7. Knowledge
8. Skills
9. Love
10. Life

Feel free to post your own view points here.

Why read books?

Why read books?

Here are the reasons why one should read books:

• Books are indeed one of the most nifty and expedient tool that one can use to eliminate ignorance. It provides us the knowledge we need to bolster our wisdom.
• It aids us in acquiring necessary skills that we need to earn a living in the coming years.
• Reading improves eye muscles.
• Reading provides an exercise to our eyes.
• Reading also develops hand-eye coordination especially when taking down notes or turn over into the next page.
• Reading enables you to use your senses than using computers. This way learning can be more stimulating.
• Reading helps in develop one’s patience, a very important attribute that one must acquire.

Typhoon Ondoy Unleashes Fury in Northern Part of the Philippines

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The tropical typhoon Juan pummeled Cagayan Valley (Region II) in the Philippines especially the Isabela Province. The typhoon leave on its wake devastated farm crops, houses and business establishments. Several people are reported to be dead. The typhoon is still the northern part (Region 1) of the Philippines as classes for all levels were suspended. Affected areas are Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Benguet, Abra, Cagayan, La Union, Kalinga, Abra, Apayao and Pangasinan.

This is so far the most powerful typhoon that hit the country. Last year Typhoon Ondoy unleashed its fury in Region 1, where Pangasinan was one of the most badly hit area. The province also experienced loss of property, and farm crops and hampered fish production because of huge flash flood, which is one of the worst in the country of all-time. Moreover, another powerful typhoon, which is Pepeng wreaked havoc in the Metro Manila and the Southern Tagalog Region.

The Six Varieties or Types of Salt For Everyday Use

There are different types of salt we use while cooking and when it comes to having the best cuisine in cooking various menus we need to know more the different types of salt and how it is being used in various styles to dished out an appetizing and truly palatable meal for you, family or even friends.

Here are the six varieties of salt:

Kosher Salt – The Most common of the salt found in the market. It is use for all-purpose cooking since it can dissolve fast and its flavor disperses at an instant. Chefs use them frequently when cooking.

Crystalline Salt – A fine or coarse type of salt, it can come in various colors depending on the minerals it has such as the iron-rich red clay that gives a pinkish hue color. The natural impurities add briny, sweet or even bitter flavors to the salt.

Flaked Sea Salt – Its shape is like a pyramid when looked closely as it is, this kind of salt is soft. Flake salt is best if you desire to highlight the intricate flavor of stemmed vegetables or shellfish. You may opt to have a pinch of salt and sprinkle it on freshly cooked foods, to taste a desirable briny flavor of any dish.

Fleur de Sel – A hand-harvested type of salt. If you try to taste this type of salt you will reckon that it melts slowly in your mouth as it lingers on your tongue. You may use this for special occasion. Sprinkle over foods before eating. Fleur de Sel may add a distinct saltiness to freshly sliced tomato, watermelon or melon.

Rock Salt – Large, chunk and irregular crystal, this type of salt is not sold for use directly on your food, for this is use in making ice ream and de-icing. It is usually used in tandem with ice in old-fashioned ice cream makers to control the temperature.

Pickling Salt – More intense than the table salt and it doesn’t have iodine and doesn’t have anti-cooling chemicals. It has the ability to change your pickles into a not very attractive color. Pickling salt is actually, a 100% salt, that is, pure in sodium chloride. Its grain is as fine as the table sa

Powerful, Meaningful and Inspirational Quotes or Quotations from Wonderful People

Here is a compilation of powerful, inspirational, and helpful quotes or quotations that you can use as a text messages for your friends or simply for text messaging. Here are the group of wonderful people or inspirational individuals who made this quotations or quotes and feel free to visit the link below to see their quotations: John F. Kennedy, Michael Eyquem de Montaigne, Albert Einstein, Peter Mere Latham, Lin Yutang, Albert Camus, Lee Segall, Charles Boyle, Mencius, Terence, Aristotle, Kin Hubbard, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Thomas Edison, Plutarch, Robert Louis Stevenson, Antonio Porchia, Henry Ford, Chinese Proverb, Susan Ertz, Thomas Edison, E.M. Forster, Andy Rooney, Gustave Flaubert, Samuel Johnson, William James, Japanese Proverb, Carl Sandburg, Robert Fritz, Henry David Thoreau, Will Rogers, Anatole France, Helen Keller, Robert Louis Stevenson, George Bernard Shaw, Henry David Thoreau, Henri Bergson, Bill Reader, Charles Mingus, Margot Fonteyn, P.D. Ouspensky, Robert Heinlein, Ambrose Bierce, Alvin Toffler, Laurence Olivier, Kerry Gleeson, W. E. Channing, De Michael McGriffy, Kio Suzaki, Def Hock, Max DepreeI, William Blake, Antonio Porchia, Norman Vincent Peale, Benjamin Disraeli, Estonian Proverb, Henry Ward Beecher, George Napper, Robert Copeland, Def Hock, Steven Snyder, Linus Pauling, Mark Twain, Mario Andreter, Steve Shull, Alan Alda, Michelangelo, Lieh-Tzu, William Arthur Ward, Ambrose Redmoon, John Madame Du Deffand, John Ruskin, Charles Darwin, Agatha Christie, Noel Coward, Alan Harrington.

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