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Be careful Chinese New Year oranges

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I think we'd better just stay away from China foodstuff, just to be safe!!! Dear All, Chinese new year is drawing near. When buying Chinese oranges please beware of the worms inside. These worms are very similar to the texture of the orange and therefore can only be observed if you look carefully (long sighted person may not notice). The Chinese government had in fact made efforts to destroy hundreds of tons of these oranges and compensate the farmers for these. But however some culprit may still sell it illegally. That's why we need to be careful. Whether the worms are harmful to the human body or not is still questionable. But generally if small quantities are consumed it should not cause any major harm according to doctors. It is advisable to be careful about it.

What Is Addictive Disease And Why Is Smoking...

What is addictive disease and why is smoking considered an addictive disease? The term addictive disease or addiction describes a persistent habit that is harmful to the person. Thus, addiction is a chronic (long duration) disease with reliance on the substance causing the addiction. The addictive substance also causes the accompanying deterioration of a person's physical and psychological health. Psychologically, an individual's behavior pattern establishes how the addictive substance is used. One type of behavior is compulsive behavior, which is an overwhelming and irresistible interest in use of the substance. For example, the compulsive addict makes sure that the substance is always available. Another type of behavior is habitual behavior, which is using the substance regularly or occasionally for the desirable effects. Physically, continuous use of the substance leads to dependence on the drug by the body. This dependence means that when the drug is discontinued, symptoms ...

Neck care

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Apple secret to the health benefits of apple vinegar

Apple cider vinegar (BBM) has been used for thousands of years for various purposes of treatment. In samom delegations, is a reference to the Bible as a powerful healing agent. BBM has the perfect balance of 19 vital minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, sulfur, potassium chloride, sodium, iron, fluorine and silicon to name a few. Along with minerals, but also contains 93 different healthy ingredients that can help your body regulate blood pressure and keep your immune system. It also acts as a natural germ fighters, as well as a strong cleaning agent. BBM also has some advantages of large external as well. Not only that maintain healthy skin, but also soothes and prevents sunburn dandruff. Researchers argue that they can prevent hair loss if they are used as local solutions, such as, in contrast to swallow. One of the most sought-after qualities of the Armenian Apostolic Church is now in its properties, and weight loss. Studies have shown that nutrients, enzymes and organic...

Do Not Use Medical Card During Emergency!

PROPER WAY TO USE THE MEDICAL CARD IN CASE OF EMERGENCY!!! In cases of Emergency, a matter of LIFE & DEATH e.g. 1) Heart-attack 2) Strokes 3) Accidents etc. NEVER.. NEVER.. NEVER use a medical card! Why?.... 1. In the emergency room, you will be asked to register and make a 'Deposit' BEFORE the patient is TREATED! 2. When you show the medical card, the doctor MUST complete the claim form and fax to the insurance company BEFORE they can treat the patient. The hospital MUST wait until the insurance company Confirms coverage & limit of policy. 3. ALL these procedures may take 1-2 HOURS!! By this time the patient may have lapsed into a coma!! 4. Use your credit card or Cash FIRST. AFTER the patient has been treated & attended by the doctor, then show the admission counter nurse the medical card. She will then liaise with the insurance company directly for the approvals. She will tear the earlier credit card deposit once the insurance company has approved. 5. By ...