Whole Grains Everyday For A Healthier Smile?

We already know that whole grains help make our hearts and our blood sugar healthier. And research on people with diabetes has found that lower blood sugar levels may mean lower gum disease risk, too. I read an article that discusses this. It’s definitely a must-read gum article and here it goes:

What you pick from the bread basket might have an impact on your pearly whites.

You're probably (hopefully) already grabbing the whole-grain goodies for their fiber and nutrition content. But now here's another reason to be choosy: Whole grains may also help defend against gum disease.

How To Make Your Own Solar Cell

I stumbled upon an article on how to make your own Solar panel. I got hooked to it because the process quite simple and doable. So I read along and planned to try it at home. 

Here’s some prominent steps on how to make a solar cell right in your kitchen.

Make a solar cell in your kitchen

Our solar cell is made from cuprous oxide instead of silicon. Cuprous oxide is one of the first materials known to display the photoelectric effect, in which light causes electricity to flow in a material. 

Thinking about how to explain the photoelectric effect is what led Albert Einstein to the Nobel prize for physics, and to the theory of relativity.

Materials you will need 

Enough Already

DM,

When can you say that enough is enough - when in fact you do not know when and where to stop? The momentum keeps going and yet pain keeps aggravating. Is it worth it? This is the time when you ask yourself – why am I doing this to myself? After all, this self-inflicting pain you caused to your self is worthless. And, you know that! It’s actually self-awareness that you missed and long forgotten. Keeping one self’s worth is not that easy when you are consciously delivering your self from it. You just kept on ignoring it. You just kept on letting me and others stepped on you. I know I’m one of the many agents who caused you pain but you also have to fight back. You need to claim self-worth. I am saying this because I see that you are of great value. You are essential to our lives. When it rains you are always there to lighten us up. In times of trouble you make us dirt-free - spotless. So what else can we ask for? So don’t make your own self pull you down.

I understand it’s heartbreaking to be stepped on but don’t worry we are on the same boat. Funny it seems but it’s a sorrowful reality.

Looking For A Perfect Summer Getaway

Plans. Plans. Plans.

The scorching heat of the sun calls for a new summer getaway. It's time to make plans and more plans. Been to a lot of summer hot spots around Negros and Guimaras Island and now it's time for Cebu Island. 

Bantayan Island here we come!

Bantayan Island is an island in the Philippines located at the western portion of the northern tip of Cebu Island. The island can be reached by ferry from Hagnaya Wharf in San Remigio, Cebu, or from Cebu City, or from Cadiz City in Negros Occidental.

Bantayan is one of Cebu's best-kept secrets. The island has three municipalities, namely: Santa Fe, Bantayan proper, and Madridejos. They say, it is in Santa Fe town where you can find most of the beautiful beaches in the island. Just like the famous Boracay beach resorts, Bantayan boasts its beach main attraction is it's white sands. I must say a perfect summer getaway.

We'll get a ton of load of it when we get there. So, see you around.

BacolodBootleg Features IMO

It's a pleasure to see web sites that feature local bands of Bacolod. As a Bacolodnon, I'm proud to say that Bacolod deserves best bands and I'm very happy to know that one of us compiled Bacolod's popular local bands in one web site.

BacolodBootleg is a video collection of Bacolod's famous local bands. Some of which were taken by the author himself and some were shared by Bacolod bands themselves. That's true Bacolodnons' camaraderie.

As its first featured band, BacolodBootleg hails In memory Of (IMO).

To view more Bacolod's local bands, log on to http://bacolodbootleg.blogspot.com/

Cebu Pacific Air Offers P2499-Seat for Japan and Korea

This is what you get when book early.

Fly to Japan and Korea for as low as P2,499. This Cebu Pacific Air (CEB) seat sale promo starts now until November 8, 2009. This is valid for travel beginning January 15 to March 15, 2010.

CEB 3-day sale -- P2,499 ‘Go Lite’ seat sale fare to Manila-Incheon, Cebu-Incheon and Cebu-Busan flights.

Those, of course, with check-in luggage will add P100 upon booking.

Cebu Pacific Air flies daily from Manila and Cebu to Incheon, and twice weekly from Cebu to Busan.

As I see it: Presidential Wannabes (Part 2)

"Talino at Galing". That's the theme of Gibo's campaign ads for 2010 Presidential Elections. I got to see Gibo's interview with Cheche Lazaro in Profiles and I'm quite impressed by the way he delivers his answers and how he deals with sensitive questions and topics. Gibo's answers were quick and clear. Gibo is a realist, as I see it. He can run the country with flying colors. That, of course, remains to be seen.

Who is Sec. Gilbert "Gibo" Teodoro Jr.?

Gilbert "Gibo" Teodoro Jr. is tagged as the political son of Danding Cojuangco. But, Gibo later on resigned from NPC, Danding Cojuangco's political party, and joined Lakas-Kampi.

From Google Chrome Browser to Google Chrome OS

Here's an article I got from webopedia. It talks about the newest Google OS which Google is now brewing for its avid consumers. I think this is good news. It is because (if this goes available, in a matter of time) we would give ourselves a break to the very expensive and indespensible OS in the world - MAC and Microsoft's Windows.

Now There's Google Chrome — the OS

On July 7, 2009, nine months after the Chrome browser was released, Google announced an extension to Google Chrome — the Google Chrome Operating System.

Google Chrome Browser Is Faster

I've been using Google Chrome browser for almost a month now and been impressed on its functionality so far. True to its words, google chrome loads faster compared to both Mozilla's Firefox and Internet Explorer browser. It has a better user-interface and easy-on-the-eye design, too. I like it better than the other browsers.

Google Chrome is...

Fast start-up
Google Chrome launches in a snap.

Fast loading
Google Chrome loads web pages quickly.

Fast search
Search the web right from the address bar.

Are You A Coffee Drinker? Think Again

Beware!!!

A recent study broke down the calorie count of popular coffeehouse beverages. Well, the bad news is, blended beverages (anything other than straight coffee or tea) normally packed with 200 calories or more -- this would be very scary for those who are very conscious with their body figures because drinking blended coffee daily could add 20 pounds to your body weight.

Most of these calories come from sweetened drinks like soda and juice, but blended coffeehouse drinks contribute, too. Imagine cappuccinos, lattes, frappes, smoothies (anything where the barista blends something into your drink).

Grey Digital Cameras

This is probably a new term to you as it is to me. So, read along, this could be useful to you.

While I was surfing the net, I stumbled upon some matches of my searches that talk about Grey Market. It comes out everytime I search on where to best buy digital cameras. So I research more about Grey Market. By definition, a Grey Market is basically the trade of a commodity through distribution channels which, while legal, are unofficial, unauthorized, or unintended by the original manufacturer. In contrast, a black market is the trade of goods and services that are illegal in themselves and/or distributed through illegal channels, such as the selling of stolen goods, certain drugs or unregistered handguns.

Guitar Wars in Infiniti Bar Bacolod

We had a great time last night watching and listening to local bands here in Bacolod. The Guitar Wars, I am assuming, was a showdown or an exhibition of guitar playing, strumming and all that (I don't know what's the right term for that). The Infiniti Bar was filled with bands and enthusiasts in various types. There were those that only play rock; others hum contemporary; some go with Blues while a friend of mine was contented with instrumentals. It was a hard-rocking show. But, it could have been better if only the organizers geared up its promotions. It would have been jampacked.

The Rule of Balance in Photography

Been dreaming of having DSLR, just taking shots of anything. But, I realized I should learn the basics first before investing in an expensive hobby. So I get to read and scan a lot of photography tips, simple guides, as much as possible, from the web. I stumbled upon an article from Digital Photogarphy School (DPS). I usually get valuable information and easy steps from DPS regarding Photography.

They say... one of the most important compositional principle in Photography is 'balance'. It's not like the other rule, the Rule of thirds where you can identify key spots on an image by imagining lines through it. Balance is compositional factor worth considering when framing shots.

As I See It: Presidential Wannabes (Part 1)

Kilala Mo Ba Talaga Sila? That's the title of Probe Team's new branding, Profiles, which tackles the public and private lives of presidential wannabes for the upcoming 2010 Presidential Election.

I think this investigative show, Profiles, is a great venue for us young electorate to know more about the background and qualifications of the men and women who have of course expressed intentions to run for president next year.

Profiles' first installment of the series probes Sen. Manny Villar.

Cebu Pacific flies you to Hong Kong Disneyland for only 5k Plus?

Thought you might need it. Too late though. Tsk!
Cebu Pacific Air (CEB), Asia’s third largest low-cost carrier, offers as much as 50% off the airfares for flights from Manila to Hong Kong, Kota Kinabalu and Kuala Lumpur, as well as from Clark and Cebu to Hong Kong. CEB offers its ‘Go Lite’ seat sale fare of P999, you can book and buy Manila-Kota Kinabalu and Clark-Hong Kong flights.

Generic and Brand Name Drugs

Is there a difference between Generic and brand name drugs?

I've researched opinions and articles in the web and here's what I found. At times of crisis, Generic drugs could save you money, more so, your life.

Generic drugs do not work slower or have less strength or efficacy as compared to brand name drugs. The BFAD in the Philippines, as well as Food and Drugs agencies in other countries, requires generic drug manufacturing plants use the same quality control standards as the brand name manufacturer. So basically, this means there is no essential difference between generic and name brand prescription drugs other than the price.

Spirit of Adventure

Pixar's animation has done it again! UP springs from simple, straightforward stories that cater not only kids but all age groups.

I got to watch the movie UP last night and I found the movie very enticing. I was moved by the character of Carl Frederickson.

"In oder to move on you've got to let go of some things at some point." That's what the movie UP teaches us. The spirit of adventure is in Russell, the Wilderness Explorer scout.  The very cute Rusell persistently offered his assistance to Carl who in this film is an elderly longing for his late wife named Ellie. UP will take you to South America as Carl promised to for Ellie. Towards the end of the trail, Russell the persistent boy teaches Carl to move on, that is, to move on to another adventure.

UP animated film is totally entertaining and simply stunning to take in. It's so beautiful you forget you're watching an animated film; instead losing youself in an dazzling film.

Top Digital Cameras for Gifting

Christmas Wishlist
Well, I just wanted to share this with you the Top Digital Cameras of the last five days. This is based on the number of "click throughs" to the reviews, previews and some news articles. The number of clicks may not be translated to the number of purchases of the camera but its popularity may contribute to the number of consumers who may be interested or planning to buy the camera.

You might never know, somone might hand you one of these popular digital cameras this Holiday season. You must be lucky!

Still Life Lighting Guides for Beginners

An article from Digital Photography School

One of the important elements in Photography is lighting. This is so in “Still Life” photography. The way a photographer uses light for still life photos will surely add mood, give context, provide interest, and ultimately, create a dynamic still life photograph. Lighting for still life is not complicated. In fact, stick to these 5 tips, and you will nail your still life shots every time.

Web Surfing Helps the Brain

An interesting article from RealAge.com

If you're one of those internet/web surfing addicts (i bet you are, co'z reading this), here's some good news for you.

You're actually doing your brain a favor. Yes, you heard me right! Research shows that decision-making and reasoning centers in the brain light up like fireworks when computer-savvy people do Web searches.

I know web surfing (or loafing, hehehe) seems like a pleasant way to kill time, but in a study of older adults, it just did much more. Brain scans of the computer-adept group showed more activity during Internet searches, compared with the brain scans of people who weren't so handy with a browser.

More Tips on RealAge.com....

Information Is Brainpower
Researchers say that searching the Web most likely stimulates the brain by forcing you to evaluate search results and make decisions about what links to click.