Sunday, July 31, 2011

God Does Allow Alcohol

God allows alcohol. God has given everything for our better use. When we misuse it, it hinders our well being which is against God!
It was not a surprise for me when some of my neighboring young friends told me that there is nothing wrong in taking alcohol since God has allowed it. They quoted so many instances from the Holy Bible for their evidence. I remembered how Satan quoted the holy book for his selfish purpose. Drinking alcohol has become the most dangerous evil of the modern commercialized societies. In Tamil there is a saying that says, “Alcohol destroys the whole family.”

Read more: http://relijournal.com/religion/god-allows-alcohol/#ixzz1TjpKjZvM

Exercise on Empty Stomach for weight Loss

Obesity has become the problem of modern times. People are striving hard to achieve weight loss and keep themselves fit. Many people have a wrong idea that doing exercise on an empty stomach can bring them better results.

Nowadays women spend more on lips and hips! Overweight and obesity have already become major contributors to their unnecessary worries. Modern women are very particular about their body fitness. Working women like to look slim, trim and active. Hence they involve themselves in various exercises which can reduce their hips and keep them trim! I have seen many of them sweating away in the gym to lose their weight. But it is a very shocking scene to look at these men and women involved in vigorous exercises with their empty stomachs.

Read more: http://healthmad.com/weight-loss/exercise-on-an-empty-stomach-for-weight-loss/#ixzz1TjItwTsv

Thanking Multiplies Positive Energy

Mere words of thanking cannot yield good results. Only mindful gratitude can do that. Gratitude brings positive energy and can multiply our happiness.

The other day when I showed my article on gratitude to one of my friends he just laughed at me and asked me how can a thanksgiving note do any good when people are so selfish and profit oriented. I explained him the power of gratitude and quoted some examples how it can do wonders. I also told him how it is often misunderstood.
(http://socyberty.com/psychology/and-they-thanked-god/#ixzz1TPs3zv5R)

My Mother-in-law, My Friend, Philosopher and Guide

Most of the families in India are shattered because of the frictions between the in-laws. Needless to mention the stories between the mother in law and the daughter in law. In my life I have seen thousands of newly wedded brides chased away from their husbands by demanding mothers and also mothers torn away from their sons and spend their life in tears. But I thank God for my exceptional mother in law who was my Friend, Philosopher and Guide till she breathed her last.

http://www.faithwriters.com/wc-article-level1-previous.php?id=23182

Be a Bee and Not a Selfish Spider

Bee is always busy in collecting honey. Spider is busy in building net and catching prey. Bee flies from flower to flower, humming pleasant music and collecting sweet nectar. The spider is always in the watch to catch its prey.

As usual, a bee was flying freely from flower to flower collecting nectar from them and helping the plants to pollinate and find fruits of their own. With a pleasant humming music the bee was enjoying its journey of friendship, while doing its duty.

Read more: http://scienceray.com/biology/be-a-bee-and-not-a-spider/#ixzz1TgJA3MXC

Saturday, July 30, 2011

Mom's Concern

A mom's love towards her child is unique. She feeds her child with her blood as breastmilk. Until her last breast she lives for her child.

The smoke from the mud oven irritated Lakshmi’s eyes. She stood up from the floor where she was sitting on her feet with folded knees. She moved a few steps to take the sticks for the oven.
http://www.faithwriters.com/wc-article-level1-previous.php?id=22805

Face SAD with a Cheerful Face

Seasonal changes taking place in nature affect both body and mind. Seasonal Affective Disorders (SAD) like depression, etc. accompany these seasonal changes.

All the medical systems accept that seasonal changes taking place in nature make adequate changes in the human body also. As a result, variations occur in the normal biological and physiological processes.

http://healthmad.com/conditions-and-diseases/face-seasonal-affective-disorders-confidently/#ixzz1TPsxAp3H

Is Stealing a Profession?

Stealing is a sin. But some communities in India have stealing as their profession. Traditionally they had been stealing. Stealing and burglary are on the increase which need to be curtailed in time.

Stealing is a sin. It is written in the hearts of all human beings as all the religions accept! But still many people are involved in stealing forced by their circumstances.

http://socyberty.com/crime/stealing-as-a-profession/#ixzz1TPsPy0gC

Five Strategies to Manage your Chronic Pain

Chronic pain can debilitate you. It can consume your entire energy making you struggle in life every second. Research shows that you can tackle them with certain comprehensive programs that reduce your pain improving your quality of life.


Some kind of pain signals keep firing in your nervous system for weeks, months, even years, pulling away your body and mind from concentrating anything. There may have been an initial mishap sometime in the past that marked the beginning of this pain—some sprained back or a serious infection. If you are careless it may impede all the activities of your life.


Read more: http://healthmad.com/medicine/five-strategies-to-manage-your-chronic-pain/#ixzz1TaVxCX2j

Friday, July 29, 2011

Summer is a sacred season. It is a season to learn to walk with Jesus. It is a sacred season to live nearer to him. It is a season to know him more and more. It is a blessed season to go near Jesus and taste his sweetness.

SUMMER MY FAVORITE SEASON

Whenever summer comes I am greatly elated. It is season for me to share Jesus with little kids. The summer vacation gives me ample opportunities to gather children and bring them closer to Jesus. Since I was teaching in a school it was easier for me to collect them and teach them through telling them stories and doing things interesting to them. The local people encouraged me since they were also searching for a way to occupy the time of their children.
(http://www.faithwriters.com/wc-article-level1-previous.php?id=30457)

American Money Trickling into Selfish Hands

America is a democratic country founded with great men with hopeful dreams and altruistic humanitarian aspirations. It has been a nation “by the people, of the people and for the people.” Its basis built upon faith of God and man is seen to be trembling in the recent years. As a result, the nation is facing unnecessary trials and tribulations.

Read more: http://socyberty.com/economics/american-money-trickling-into-selfish-hands/#ixzz1TUXt8Aeu

Thursday, July 28, 2011

Homeopathy is our Family Friend

Homeopathy is fast becoming the first preference of treatment for the simple reason that is highly effective and has no side effects. It is reaching the nooks and corners of our villages promising timely help in their needs for a healthy life. It is simple, reliable, non-surgical, painless and easy to take.
http://healthmad.com/alternative/homeopathy-is-our-family-friend/#ixzz1TPthJ4FK

Uncle, I have Burnt it

“I’ve burnt it in that fire uncle, everything that was holding me back!” I could watch the glittering fire in Joshi’s eyes! After a very long time, I could see the smile on my son’s face. So far he was just an automaton! Eating, going to school, moving with friends, everything!
“Thank you uncle, you have shown me the light!” with great enthusiasm, he embraced Dave, his uncle.

http://www.faithwriters.com/wc-article-level1-previous.php?id=22644

Vaikasi Vikasam, the Day of Self-purification

Vaikasi Visakam, which usually occurs in May, is said to be the birth day of Lord Murugan. He was born to redeem creations from all evils. This festival, celebrated in South India, has a very deep meaning.

Vaikasi Visakam is the birthday of Lord Murugan, the son of Lord Siva. The divine birth of Lord Murugan, also known as Shanmuga, Subramania, Skanda (or Kanda in Tamil), Kumara, Saravana and Karthikeya, to free the Devas (gods) from their sufferings is believed to have occurred on the star day of Vaikasi Visakam. Visakam is one of the twenty seven stars or Nakshatras that form a monthly cycle.
http://socyberty.com/ethnicity/may-19-day-of-self-purification/#ixzz1TPrh79Cy

Vaikasi Visakam the Day of Purification

May 19, Vaikasi Visakam, is said to be the birth day of Lord Murugan. He was born to redeem creations from all evils. This festival, celebrated in South India, has a very deep meaning.

Vaikasi Visakam is the birthday of Lord Murugan, the son of Lord Siva. The divine birth of Lord Murugan, also known as Shanmuga, Subramania, Skanda (or Kanda in Tamil), Kumara, Saravana and Karthikeya, to free the Devas (gods) from their sufferings is believed to have occurred on the star day of Vaikasi Visakam. Visakam is one of the twenty seven stars or Nakshatras that form a monthly cycle



Read more: http://socyberty.com/ethnicity/may-19-day-of-self-purification/#ixzz1TPotASYz

Can Amy Winehouse's Addiction Death Stop Addictions?

Addiction deaths are just increasing by leaps and bounds. It is only when some popular figure succumbs to addiction death that the world looks at addiction as something to be arrested.

Addiction snatched away another pop-singer Amy Winehouse, the Grammy-winning British retro-soul singer whose remarkable musical achievements were often overshadowed by her tumultuous personal life. She was found dead at her home in the Camden section of London on July 23rd. Medical report confirms that Winehouse finally succumbed to addiction just at the blooming age of 27, following years of well-documented drug and alcohol problems.



Read more: http://healthmad.com/addiction/can-amy-winehouses-addiction-death-stop-addiction/#ixzz1TOnX1sOr

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

Thanking is a Therapy

Sending a thanking note can do wonders. Thanking is a therapy. It can help us to improve our health.

Sending a “Thank You” note is an important part in our life! It can do wonders that we may not even expect! The power of extending our thanks is an extremely important aspect of embarking our lives into the Abundance and Happiness that we desire to achieve in our life. Thanking is a wonderful therapy that can cure our complexes that enslave us and force us into failure!



Read more: http://healthmad.com/alternative/thanking-is-a-therapy/#ixzz1TKHvHpTf

Yoke-free Eggs for Fat-free Food

Eggs contain cholesterol. But what about yoke-free eggs? Do they contain cholesterol? Can heart patients use consume eggs?

Egg is considered as the cheapest non-vegetarian food. In the United States, at just 13 cents apiece, even the poorest American can afford a two-egg omelet for his morning breakfast. But the cholesterol content in the egg has become the major health concern of the modern world



Read more: http://healthmad.com/conditions-and-diseases/yoke-free-eggs-for-fat-free-food/#ixzz1TIzgsTUa

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

Phosphorus Foods that Strengthen your Bones

Phosphorus is an esential mineral for the growth and maintenance of the body. Though phosphorus that makes up 1% of a person’s total body weight is present in every cell of the body, is mainly found in the bones and teeth.

Foods that we eat supply the energy needed to our body and they should be rich in minerals and vitamins. Phosphorus is a mineral essential for body growth and heath of bones



Read more: http://healthmad.com/health/phosphorous-foods-that-strengthen-your-bones/#ixzz1TDCA1DfO

Monday, July 25, 2011

Jenner's Vaccination is Still Saving Humanity

Edwards Jenner’s discovery of vaccination is still protecting humanity from epidemic disasters. This "Father of Immunology” is rightly honored as the Savior from contagious diseases.

Edward Jenner is hailed by history as the redeemer of people who were dying in thousands until he discovered the vaccination against small pox. Prior to his treatment, smallpox was a common and often a fatal disease that killed millions all over the world.



Read more: http://socyberty.com/society/jenners-vaccination-is-still-saving-humanity/#ixzz1TA5cfRK3

Sex For Your Healing

Sex is a natural phenomenon. It can cure your diseases if it is used properly. Ayurveda, the Indian Medicinal System, assures cure through sex.

Sex is a never ending factor of emotional life. It is not an unwanted stigma as many orthodox people think. Commercialism has added a tinge of bad taste to sex. But in fact, sex is natural. It is the expression of purity and beauty. Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder and so does obscenity. It is our perception to objects, thoughts and situations, which rule the mind to perceive them in the way we do and it reminds us the Biblical words of .Matthew 6:23.



Read more: http://healthmad.com/alternative/sex-for-your-healing/#ixzz1T83M8DBy

Adverse Effects of Drinking Soda

Soda, the sweet and bubbly beverage, has become quite popular over the years. It is commonly sold everywhere–in supermarkets, restaurants, convenient shops and vending machines. But nobody seems to bother about its negative effects.

Soda has become a common beverage, a favorite choice of most of the modern people. It is popular all over the world and is available in supermarkets, restaurants, convenient shops and vending machines. This non-alcoholic soft drink contains carbonated water, a sweetener, and a flavoring agent. It refreshes with a pleasant taste. If consumed in excess, it causes many health hazards. The sweeteners added in soda is said to be associated with obesity, type 2 diabetes, dental cavities, and low nutrient levels.



Read more: http://healthmad.com/conditions-and-diseases/adverse-effects-of-drinking-soda/#ixzz1T7Ga0gfB

Sunday, July 24, 2011

Happiness is within your Reach; Catch it

Happiness is within your own reach. We are created on this earth to live a life of happiness. Happiness, in reality, lies in our own hands. It is our decision that we make in life makes us happy or sorrowful.

Religions and philosophers believe and preach that God intends every human to be happy with Him in heaven, but does that mean that we are not meant to be happy while we are on this earth? Actually happiness depends upon what you mean by being happy here on this earth. It is our decision to be happy by doing certain things makes us happy when we are confronted with various experiences. In fact, we look outside of ourselves for the key to happiness. We even look to alcohol, drugs, fancy food, abnormal sex, etc. but to no avail.



Read more: http://healthmad.com/mental-health/happiness-is-within-your-reach-catch-it/#ixzz1T3nXRRze

Speak Sweet Words

Thiruvalluvar, the famous saint of South India who wrote Thirukkural 2,000 years ago, says in his Thirukkural, “To say disagreeable things when agreeable are at hand is like eating unripe fruit when there is ripe. Sweet speech, free from harm to others, will give pleasure both in this world and in the next.” (Kural 100, 98)

http://www.faithwriters.com/article-details.php?id=126362

Seven Tips to Pack for Long Trips

Packing for trips is an art. It depends on the place you visit, the duration you intend to stay, persons accompanying you, etc. Planning for packing makes your trip easy and enjoyable.



Summer is the enjoyable time of trips and outdoor activities. The more you plan your trips the more enjoyable they will be. Packing for the trip is an important item of trip, either long or short. It needs patience and planning. It comes by practice.



Read more: http://trifter.com/practical-travel/seven-tips-to-pack-for-your-long-trip/#ixzz1T1PcLYrP

Saturday, July 23, 2011

Do the Locusts Foresee an Exodus?

Locust infestations have been turning points in history. Many examples can be quoted. This hypothesis can be explored.

Whenever there is a menace by the locusts in the world people begin to say it is an imminent warning for another Exodus. The recent locust plague in Afghanistan made the people in our area gossip things like this and about the Exodus in the Old Testament.



Read more: http://scienceray.com/philosophy-of-science/do-the-locusts-foresee-an-exodus/#ixzz1SyF5YFGf

Cow Wedding for Prosperity

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A Cow Wedding
by thresiapaulose in Folklore, May 12, 2008

In India weddings are considered to be sacred. Weddings are conducted even for animals, which people believe will bring prosperity.

Wedding in India has a very deep meaning and celebrated with a lot of rituals and ceremonies. Hinduism believes that every living being has to be honored with the same respect that is given to humans. It believes that all the living beings are Jeevatmas (living souls) and form a part of the Paramatma (The Supreme Being). That is why animals, insects and even plants are treated like human beings. They have a belief that animals and other living beings also need to have life as human beings and this belief leads to weddings of animals and other living beings. By performing such rites to satiate their craving, peace and prosperity will prevail in the area.



Read more: http://socyberty.com/folklore/a-cow-wedding/#ixzz1SyBklGEM

Writing is a Vibration Therapy

Writing is a sharing. It is an attempt to talk through vibrations and get enlightened. It is a Vibration Therapy.

Hello friends, this is just a heart to heart talk to share an experience of Vibration therapy. Through my writing I try to talk to you, share thoughts and refresh one another. Please let me know how far you have been touched by me. Your sharing will, of course, bring us closer and help all of us.



Read more: http://writinghood.com/writing/writing-is-a-vibration-therapy/#ixzz1SvcI7OZ8

Friday, July 22, 2011

Four Goals of Ayurvedic Life

Ayurveda, the Indian medical science of life, prescribes four goals in life and teaches the methods to achieve them. The righteous path of life, material wealth, enjoying the righteous pleasures of life and Emerging of the self into the Eternal Omnipotence are the four goals of Ayurvedic life.

The whole world is turning to Ayurveda, a South Indian medical system, which carries a legacy running to thousands of years. It stands on solid research background although only now many of the western countries have begun to acknowledge it. Ayurveda is the science of life. It aims at achieving the fullness of life. It teaches how one can live a successful life. Diseases are the hindrances of happiness in human life. Ayuveda tells us how we can lead a life without any disease and also how we can be protected from the diseases that may attack us occasionally. It prescribes the FOUR important goals of life. They are: Dharma, Artha, Kama and Moksha.



Read more: http://healthmad.com/alternative/four-goals-of-ayurvedic-life/#ixzz1St67hGww

Are We Killing Our Elders?

Aging is a natural process. Modern science has increased the life span. But our old people have fare more problems today. They are losing affection and care. Most of them are thrown into old age homes.

Aging has become more burdensome in the post war consumer world. Everything is calculated in terms of business- “what is the monetary benefit for me?” Though due to progress in science, human age span has increased, aged people find it more difficult to cope with the society. Or the growing generations consider the aged people more troublesome.



Read more: http://healthmad.com/aging/are-we-killing-our-elders/#ixzz1St0QfEEv

Sandalwood an Aromatic Viagra

In ancient India sandalwood was used as an emotional ornament for both women and men. Its aromatic values are great.

Aromatherapy, which is gaining importance in the modern world, is a form of alternative medicine that uses easily evaporating liquid plant materials, known as essential oils. It also uses other scented compounds from plants for the purpose of activating a person’s mood or health



Read more: http://healthmad.com/alternative/sandalwood-an-aromatic-viagra/#ixzz1Sr0qUnKF

Five Vital Reasons for Recent Increase in Gold Investment

Recent days have seen people rushing for gold, especially during these days of tough economy. Is gold a reliable investment and why do people opt for investing in gold?

Around the world, investors prefer to buy gold, especially during these days of tough economy. Although there was a temporary dip in the price of gold in 2008 due to recession, demand for gold has been steadily increasing. Is this a unique phenomenon of the United States dollar, or is it an international phenomenon since it involves the major currencies of the world?



Read more: http://bizcovering.com/investing/five-vital-reasons-for-recent-increase-in-gold-investment/#ixzz1SpvRbE8G

Seven Tips to Cut back your Cellphone Costs

Cellphone has become a necessary commodity today. Its usage has increased and also the amount of cellphone bills.

Cellphone is in the modern life is no more a luxury. But it has become a business essential of everyone. Business is completely dependent on the phone calls. Since land phones cannot be carried wherever people go, cellphones have made contacts easier. Many companies today provide cellphones to their employees. Some companies even reimburse the cost of calling. It makes work easier and more productive and profitable



Read more: http://gomestic.com/personal-finance/seven-tips-to-cut-back-your-cellphone-costs/#ixzz1SpgfR6Mp

Thursday, July 21, 2011

All are Called to Be Saints

Sainthood is not some degree or designation that is attributed to honor some one. But it is the aim and destination of every human life. It is not running away from the worldly life to some monastery of contemplated life. But is is the life that is lived everyday in whatever life is given to us.

http://www.faithwriters.com/article-details.php?id=126561

Why Sex is NOT Advised in July-August

Culture in South India prohibits the new couple from having sex during the month of Aadi(July- August). This traditional practice has many social and scientific implications.

Yes, it is true. The culture in South India even today does not allow sex in the month of Aadi in Tamil Nadu (Karkidaka in Kerala) which starts in the middle of July and ends in the middle of August. It may seem to be a superstition or foolishness to those who do not go deep into the traditions.



Read more: http://socyberty.com/sexuality/why-sex-is-not-advised-in-july-august/#ixzz1SmXsccAC

Summer Injuries

Summer is a time of fun. Kids wait for summer with great enthusiasm. Though they enjoy it freely, it is advisable to foresee the accidents. Summer injuries can be avoided with a little care.

Summer is on with all happy memories for the elders as well as kids. It is a time of fun involving kids with pleasant activities! Hiking, biking, swimming and countless funny activities wait for the arrival of summer! After the severe winter that has been arresting kids in rooms with heaters, summer is the great time to get out and explore the local surroundings, get some exercises and enjoy things in a completely free perspective. Taking picnics, looking out for spots of fresh entertainments and enjoying the free air with the family and friends really fill the life of all with reality.



Read more: http://socyberty.com/advice/summer-injuries/#ixzz1SlO7PgKH

Death of a Righteous Man; Is it a Curse from Heaven?

A righteous man who brought to light foul play with the secret wealth in the Sree Padmanabha Swamy temple of Kerala passed away just recently. It has created ripples of superstitions among the people of India.

Tags: death of righteous, dens of thieves, enormous wealth, Kerala temple, religious places, superstition, treasure underground, trillions of dollars


Read more: http://relijournal.com/hinduism/death-of-a-righteous-man-is-it-a-curse-from-heaven/#ixzz1SjuMJk1r

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

A Call of Hope in Solitude

God’s most meaningful touch on our lives comes when we are alone. Some of the most profound ministries of the Spirit are not public or loud or large. They come in silence and solitude. That is why God says, “In quietness and trust is your strength.” (Isaiah 30:15)

http://www.faithwriters.com/article-details.php?id=126769

Can Torture Be a Therapy?

Torture has been used as a therapy in different forms. Science and knowledge have enlightened us to avoid meaningless practices in therapies. But still we find torture handled as therapy in many places.

It should be a very shocking news that an eighteen months old child was given a torturous treatment of bleeding to death for its hernia. The child was bleeding to death, and but for the benevolent social worker, who intervened in time, the child would have died!



Read more: http://socyberty.com/crime/torture-therapy/#ixzz1SfOpGxw7

Whither This Life of Race?

I look into my little world with smile
To find my people of different kinds,
Some related through blood and birth
Some related by marriage knot,
Others by similar wavelength of mind
Meeting occasionally in joyful mood!
To fill my world with happy words
And sharing love and emotions too.

http://www.faithwriters.com/article-details.php?id=126843

Did Jesus Praise Dishonesty?

In the Gospel of Luke Jesus narrates the parable of the dishonest manager. (Luke 16: 1-9) There were charges against him about squandering the master’s property and the master decided to from service.

http://www.faithwriters.com/article-details.php?id=127020

Why the Sunlight is Essential for Your Health?

Life on this earth is dependent on the sun. Without the sun, there can be no life on this planet. Plants convert sunlight into energy, and all animals, including humans need plant life for their survival.

Life in this earth is based on the sun. The sun gives energy, light and heat. It is this energy from sunlight that the plants convert into food for humans and animals. All life in nature is dependent on the sun.



Read more: http://healthmad.com/conditions-and-diseases/why-the-sunlight-is-essential-for-your-health/#ixzz1Se2kIREH

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Can Nature Cure Us?

Nature cure is an ancient science which assures holistic healing. It is a drugless system of medicine without any side effect. It is a system of healthy life style.

Nature, with all her provisions, can protect us from the diseases and cure us from our ailments. Naturopathy is being recognized, and more and people prefer naturopathy. Gandhiji, Father of India, was seriously following naturopathy and he succeeded in his ventures. He became convinced that nature cure was the most suitable system of living and treatment.



Read more: http://healthmad.com/alternative/can-nature-cure-us/#ixzz1SbOVAKp1

Ten Tips to Boost Your Memory

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Ten Tips to Boost Your Memory
by thresiapaulose in Psychology, April 29, 2008

Memory is a vital factor in knowledge and education. It can be acquired, boosted and utilized for our success. Here are ten tips for improving memory.

Memory plays an important role in the process of acquiring knowledge. Education system in most of the countries is based on the strength of memory. The one who can remember the most is considered the most brilliant!



Read more: http://socyberty.com/psychology/ten-tips-to-boost-your-memory/#ixzz1SaRsCGYg

Roaming Midas in our Streets

Gold has become the most valuable metal. The price of gold is increasing day by day. Robbers and burglars are finding it easy to get easy money. Where will this lead?

Beware of Midas roaming in the streets! Yes, the modern Midas flying everywhere on the streets of Indian cities, especially in South India, finds it very easy to run away with the gold he can touch. Whatever he touches is gold! Or rather, he touches only gold! Easily he can snatch away the gold from our ladies, who are very particular about showing their glamour in gold! Robbery and burglary for gold have been steadily on the increase for the past few months. Data about recent gold crimes are alarming. Everyday shocking details of crimes are filling the pages of newspapers. But still neither the police nor the public are serious about it!



Read more: http://socyberty.com/economics/midas-roaming-in-our-streets/#ixzz1SZv8UPAH

Sedentary Lifestyle Makes you Obese

Overweight and obesity have become the outcome of modern lifestyle. Obesity leads to many diseases and other problems. It can be controlled to a certain extend by changing the sitting lifestyle.

According to a report from the US Center for Disease Control and Prevention, during the past 20 years there has been an alarming epidemic increase in obesity in the United States. Its report of the year 2009 says that only Colorado and the District of Columbia had a prevalence of obesity less than 20%. All over the world it is on the increase causing various fatal diseases. Sedentary lifestyle of the present era is one of the main reasons for this increase.



Read more: http://healthmad.com/conditions-and-diseases/sedentary-lifestyle-makes-you-obese/#ixzz1SY9C9rMe

Monday, July 18, 2011

How Old is This Glass of Water?

Water is a very valuable resource. It has got its own age. We have to be aware of the usage of water resources.

Little Renee came running with a glass of water in her hand.

“Mom how old am I?” with some deep thought she asked me! It took me aback wondering what makes her ask such a question. I was trying to guess what would it be . But she looked at me with a queer smile and insisted again.



Read more: http://scienceray.com/chemistry/how-old-is-this-glass-of-water/#ixzz1SVlqoVPH

Christian Duty of Protecting the Green Lungs of the Blue Planet

God entrusted this green planet to the careful care of man. But in course of time he exploited it for his selfishness and it has caused suffocation of its green lungs. Deforestation has resulted in drought and global warming.

http://www.faithwriters.com/article-details.php?id=127518

Disease is Better Than Death

It may sound peculiar to say that disease is better than death. But that is the fact. Disease has a hope of cure. But what about death?

A Sanskrit saying “Maranadvaram Vyadhih” gives the meaning, “Disease is better than Death.” If you probe into the truth of this saying, you can find out the reality. Death puts an end to every hope. But with disease there is still hope of some cure in some way. There is also a similar saying which means, “A doubtful situation is preferable to an ascertained failure.



Read more: http://healthmad.com/conditions-and-diseases/disease-is-better-than-death/#ixzz1SSVFBXSL

Sunday, July 17, 2011

Why Modern Girls Attain Puberty Earlier?

Do modern girls reach the age of puberty earlier than the age of previous generations? Researches state that girls as young as seven years-old have been reported to be menstruating. What are the reasons for this change

Read more: http://healthmad.com/conditions-and-diseases/why-modern-girls-attain-puberty-earlier/#ixzz1SOu2EE00

Three Approaches to Bible Reading

Reading any document, even the Bible, can become routine and boring. If we try to discover the messages that our reading can convey us we can find it more lively and useful. We can discover those truths that can be found beneath the actual words if we make our reading intentional. When we become intentional about our reading the Bible with a particular method or approach in mind, the Bible can speak to us in new and exciting ways

http://www.faithwriters.com/article-details.php?id=127070

Laugh to Live

Laughter is a great gift of nature. It gives exercises to our body muscles and promotes our health. Today’s fast life makes our life gloomy. Let us laugh to live.

Laughter is the greatest gift of mankind! It is a great boon to our health. Our health is greatly influenced by our mind. Illnesses of the mind are the main cause of many psychosomatic diseases. General depression of the mind leads to diseases. Laughter is the panacea for this tension and depression. When we laugh, certain nerves in the brain are triggered and our endocrine system secretes neurotransmitter hormone. This, in turn, releases the endorphine hormone, which is a natural painkiller and tranquilizer.



Read more: http://healthmad.com/alternative/laugh-to-live/#ixzz1SMWQDTRf

Saturday, July 16, 2011

We Need a Rebirth

Usages such as ‘Rebirth’ and ‘Newborn’ are not novel or strange concepts in the scriptures. The purpose of the coming of Jesus was, obviously, nothing else. We come across this theme of ‘rebirth’ often in the Holy Bible. Jesus tells Nicodemus, “None can see the kingdom of God without being born from above.” (John 3: 5) this birth is not the biological birth from a mother’s womb but being born of water and spirit.
http://www.faithwriters.com/article-details.php?id=127147

Daddy, I Forgot to Write

Majo is a hardworking student. But he forgets the answers in the examination hall. Memory plays an important role in our life. How to overcome our stress and improve our memory?



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Do We Commercialize Gods?

Religions are one with human life. But history shows how religions are used for selfish motives. God doesn’t want to be commercialized. He wants to be one with every human being.



Read more: http://relijournal.com/religion/do-we-commercialize-gods/#ixzz1SHAzWUIq

God Speaks Through Children

Thiruvalluvar, the famous poet saint of South India, says that there can be no better pleasure than the love from children. Tagore, the Nobel Laureate says, “Every child born on this earth proves that God still loves humanity.”
http://www.faithwriters.com/article-details.php?id=129212

Viral Attack on World Economy

The economy of the whole world is under the attack of a dangerous virus. The US Federal Reserve has proposed a new monetary policy. What will be the outcome? “Wait and see”.



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Friday, July 15, 2011

Teach Your Children Shopping

Shopping is an art. Learning to use money properly will protect our children from all bad habits.

Living in this world today has become a pure business! Unless you know the technique of doing business it is very difficult to survive on this earth. Globalization of modern life has changed it further commercialized and complicated. Learning shopping is a necessary technique which should be acquired in the young age itself. Children should know the value of money and how to handle it carefully to get the maximum benefit.



Read more: http://quazen.com/shopping/teach-children-shopping/#ixzz1SEAM3aFP

Which Type of Milk to Choose?

Milk is an essential food. It is the first food of every mammal including humans. Life starts with mom’s breast milk. But today it is a choice of suitable type of milk.

Milk is the primary source of nutrition for all young mammals, including humans, before they are able to digest other types of food. Early-lactation milk of the mother contains colostrum, which carries antibodies to the baby and protects the baby from many diseases. Milk has become a matter of choice today.
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http://healthmad.com/health/which-type-of-milk-to-choose/

Be Angry to Accomplish

Anger, when it is uncontrolled, harms you and others. When you hurt others by your words or deeds it becomes sinful. When you lose yourself and turn violent and harmful, the consequences make it a sin. In fact, it is hard to take a right action when you are angry.
http://www.faithwriters.com/article-details.php?id=130811

Rejuvenate and Refresh with Cool and Hot Lemon Tea

Keep your days young and energetic with a fresh and rejuvenating lemon tea. Lovely lemon flavors mixed with tasty ingredients of your choice can make your entire life year round Valentine.

http://notecook.com/drinks/rejuvenate-and-refresh-with-cool-and-hot-lemon-tea/

A Sexy Vegetable of India

Sometime back a Tamil film screened in South India caused public commotion. An ordinary vegetable came to be adored as a romantic elixir.

Sometime back a feature film was screened in South India which created much fuss and furor among the people, both young and old. The excitement was about the use of a vegetable- an ordinary vegetable which was ignored until that time! Suddenly there was a great demand for the vegetable. Markets were struggling to supply the sudden craze for this uncared dry sticks



Read more: http://healthmad.com/alternative/a-sexy-vegetable-of-india/#ixzz1SArUx4OP

Thursday, July 14, 2011

Mom, Our House Needs an Overcoat

Globalization and commercialism has changed our family lives very much. The bond of love is losing its strength and families being shattered. Life and love are becoming meaningless.


“Mom, look at our house, poor thing! Should be shivering!” little Joshi came to me running!.



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Three Keys to Open the Word to Succeed

Every human being born on this earth is supposed to live happily and successfully. But why so much of disappointment and failures are there in life? Why all stress and tension? Why sorrow and sufferings? Is there any way to find out solutions for the problems of life?

http://www.faithwriters.com/article-details.php?id=131665

Three Last Wishes of Great Alexander

Alexander the Great conquered many kingdoms and built up a large empire that consisted most parts of three continents of the then-known ancient world. Lying on his death bed he requested three wishes expressing his anguish over the failure of his victories.



Read more: http://authspot.com/short-stories/three-last-wishes-of-great-alexander/#ixzz1S7LuHiKC

Eat King of Fruits and Enjoy a Royal Summer

Eat King of Fruits and Enjoy a Royal Summer

by thresiapaulose on Jul 12, 2011 with 9 Comments

Summer months are the season of mangoes. Mango is called the king of fruits. It is tasty and healthy. It adds joy and vigor to your summer enjoyments.

Summer is the season for outside activities and merry making. It is the season of colorful and delicious fruits. It is the season of mango, hailed as the king of fruits.
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Read more: http://gomestic.com/gardening/eat-king-of-fruits-and-enjoy-a-royal-summer/#ixzz1S5Wp4Gzd

Motivation in 10 Easy Steps

Motivation is very essential for the success in ones life. It can be achieved by steady practice.Ten easy steps are described.

Everyone wants to go forward. Everyone is dreaming success in his life. Everyone is working hard to achieve something. But is it like catching the wind? Is it possible to reach? Motivation brings before you the most motivated, determined people, past and present, their sense of purpose, their trials and tribulations and at the end of course their success stories!



Read more: http://socyberty.com/advice/motivation-in-10-easy-steps/#ixzz1S52uw09V

Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Thrissur Pooram

Thrissur Pooram is a festival of gala and culture, celebrated in Thrissur city of India. It is an example of religious harmony and entertainment.



Read more: http://relijournal.com/hinduism/thrissur-pooram/#ixzz1S25Tp72L

Care Your Hair to Shine in Life

Hair care is very important in modern life. Globalization is forcing the commercial world to discover the best methods and styles, products and procedures to manage the feathery tresses.



Read more: http://quazen.com/shopping/care-your-hair-to-be-shine-in-life/#ixzz1RzSiVrZU

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Still in Search of Buddha

Buddha was in search of an answer for the tormenting questions about love, caste and creed. Today also we face the same problems.



Read more: http://relijournal.com/buddhism/still-in-search-of-buddha/#ixzz1RwGckVkE

Monday, July 11, 2011

Why does a Teenager Try to Elope?

Eloping teenagers have become a great challenge to most of the parents today. Scales of have undergone a great change due to the modern lifestyle of commercialism and consumerism.
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Read more: http://gomestic.com/family/why-does-a-teenager-try-to-elope/#ixzz1RqqpXZRt

Medical Tourism in India

Medical tourism is gaining momentum all over the world. People go for various treatments to alleviate their sufferings. Medical tourism in India is an assurance to those who need treatment as well as mental solace.



Read more: http://trifter.com/asia-pacific/india/medical-tourism-in-india/#ixzz1RqSbxaBD

What Does Gospel Say about Peter's Father-in-law?

All the three Synoptic gospels describe about the miraculous healing of Peter’s mother-in-law. But it is really a thought-provoking question why nothing is mentioned about the father-in-law of Peter. Can there be any reason behind this? Or does it bring out any message?

http://www.faithwriters.com/article-details.php?id=134257

Sunday, July 10, 2011

Wailing Service in India

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Wailing Service

Wailing and lamenting are the moving scenes of a funeral. But time has changed now and man hesitates to show even his relationship with the demised! Are our natural emotions dying?



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Saturday, July 9, 2011

Alternative Therapies A New Hope Of Computer Era

Alternative therapies are bringing hope to the modern computer world. They are growing fast in the US as well as in other countries of the world. They are replacing the conventional medicines which are found to have side effects.



Read more: http://healthmad.com/alternative/alternative-therapies-a-new-hope-in-the-computer-era/#ixzz1RbrJNjSv

Friday, July 8, 2011

Farewell to School

The last day at school is very touching and it stays indelible in our memory. My experience of the last day with fifteen points of life given in Taittireya, Upanishad.



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Nine Important Health Benefits of Tea Tree Oil

The wonderful tea tree oil is extracted from the tea tree plant, which is botanically known as Melaleuca alternifolia. It is a popular good looking herbal plant used for making essential oil.



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Wednesday, July 6, 2011

The Angelic Receptionists of Islam Faith

Houris are the incentive receptionists of Islamic faith. They are the angelic beings ready to receive the Islamic faithful at the gates of heaven. The everlasting pleasures of heavenly promises strengthen people in their religious life.



Read more: http://relijournal.com/islam/the-angelic-receptionists-of-islamic-faith-at-the-gates-of-heaven/#ixzz1RKs8sPkJ

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Drink Water to Reduce Your Weight

Drink Water to Reduce Your Weight

Weight gain and obesity are major concerns of the modern lifestyle. Drinking plenty of water is the easiest way to reduce your weight. Although the importance of drinking water is known to everyone it is not a habit that many people form.



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Monday, July 4, 2011

Kolam an Auspicious Art of Tamils

Kolam is an art of South India, especially TamilNadu, displayed at the entrance of the houses. It is drawn with dots and linings on the ground with some powder. It has a very deep cultural significance.



Read more: http://quazen.com/arts/visual-arts/kolam-an-auspicious-art-of-the-tamils/#ixzz1RAvyKpR3

Is Depression an Umbrella Label?

Life is full of ups and downs, changing our moods. Struggles, setbacks, and disappointments in life fill us with sadness. “Depression” is a word used to describe such change of moods.

Modern lifestyle and depression are inseparable. Normal life today undergoes a lot of ups and downs that change the condition of moods. Sadness has become a routine reaction to life’s struggles, setbacks, and disappointments



Read more: http://healthmad.com/mental-health/is-depression-an-umbrella-label/#ixzz1R91tXNWk

Sunday, July 3, 2011

Five Vital Tips to Teach Children Patriotism

Independence Day is a happy occasion that everyone in a country celebrates with great joy. Every human being wants to be independent. The spirit of patriotism makes the Independence Day more meaningful.



Read more: http://socyberty.com/society/five-vital-tips-to-teach-children-patriotism/#ixzz1R6KFVbKC

A Dozrn Reasons for Shin Pain in Children

Children ooften complain about shin pain in their legs. There are various reasons for the pain. Some of them may be chronic and may lead to serious troubles.



Read more: http://healthmad.com/medicine/a-dozen-reasons-for-shin-pain-in-children/#ixzz1R6IswDyg

Imprisonment of Independence

Everyone wants to be free. Man wants to be free in everything without any restrictions. He wants to be free from all political, economic, and social bonds.

Man is born free but is found in fetters everywhere. The ancient Greek historian, author and philosopher Thucydides who lived in 5th century BC, says that the secret of happiness is freedom and the secret of freedom is courage.



Read more: http://socyberty.com/philosophy/imprisonment-of-independence/#ixzz1R5xG6pPf

Saturday, July 2, 2011

Independence Day Customs and Traditions in the United States of America

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Independence Day Customs and Traditions in The United States

Independence Day is a happy occasion to celebrate the political freedom of a country. The United States of America celebrates the Independence Day of July 4, every year. It is interesting to know the traditions and customs of these celebrations.

A birth is always a happy occasion. Birthday celebrations of great people bring blessings. So also birth of a nation is an occasion of happy memories to invoke thoughts and feelings of solidarity and patriotism. Every country celebrates its political beginning in a grand manner.



Read more: http://socyberty.com/holidays/independence-day-customs-and-traditions-in-the-united-states/#ixzz1Qz30R5FB

Was Shakespeare a Catholic?

Was the well-known playwright Shakespeare a Catholic? What do the immortal words of his great works bring about his religious views? It may be an interesting topic since the fourth centenary of his death is just ahead.

William Shakespeare, the celebrated English playwright, was born in 1564 and died in 1616, just at the age 52. Fourth centenary celebrations of his literary life and demise make critical minds to probe into his personal life.



Read more: http://authspot.com/thoughts/was-shakespeare-a-catholic/#ixzz1QxPhlL6R

Friday, July 1, 2011

Pulse Reading is the Pulse of Siddha Medical System

Siddha system is an ancient South Indian medicinal system which has been in practice for more than 5000 years. Ancient Tamil literatures give a lot of hints on this system. Pulse reading is an important diagnosing method.

Siddha medicinal system, which remained overshadowed by western systems for more than three centuries, is gaining popularity in post-independence decades. It is said that it has mothered Ayurveda system. The archeological studies of Indus civilization which existed in India before the arrival of the Aryans reveal many references about this ancient Indian medical system.



Read more: http://healthmad.com/conditions-and-diseases/pulse-reading-the-pulse-of-siddha-medical-system/#ixzz1QrNts0Nz