July 2009 Blog Posts (105)

Menopause Symptoms and Challenges

How do you get rid of symptoms of menopause?

Very few doctors give their patients a complete list of menopause symptoms. And besides symptoms of menopause, there are premenopause symptoms and perimenopause symptoms.

First, it's a long list, to be sure. And a woman's time in a doctor's office could get very long if she asked about even just a few of these.

Whatever the reason, here is a full list of the premenopause, perimenopause and symptoms of menopause. You… Continue

Added by Bonita on July 22, 2009 at 11:30am — No Comments

20 Health Benefits to Drink Green Tea

Much research has been done on the many health benefits of Green Tea. Although, as I wrote in a previous blog, in order to fully access those benefits you must choose a high quality green tea.

After learning more about the numerous health benefits, you may decide it is worth the little extra research needed in making the best green tea choice for yourself.

This is a list of 20 reasons to drink Green Tea:

1.) Great Source of Natural Antioxidants – the EGCG* found… Continue

Added by Debbie Amon on July 22, 2009 at 9:57am — No Comments

Social Etiquette Tip of the Week – Don’t be THAT Party Guest

You’ve spotted them at parties. They linger by the cheese display, blocking other guests from getting near the food. They park their cars in the middle of the driveway. They monopolize the host as if nobody else were around.

Rude party guests are everywhere. And their rudeness comes from being inconsiderate. The bad news is that many of us have been guilty of that at one time or another but, the good news is, when you start to think of others you instantly become the perfect party… Continue

Added by Maria Brady on July 22, 2009 at 9:00am — 3 Comments

MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER - ADOPT-A-FUNDRAISER

Hi! Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with breast cancer?

I am on the committee for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event. We have recently started a new program called Adopt-A-Fundraiser. When you Adopt-A-Fundraiser you are adopting a walker! You are helping your walker raise money by either donating a portion of your sales proceeds for a day/week/month or you are asking your friends and family to donate to your adopted walker! By adopting a walker you do not have to… Continue

Added by Sarah Wakefield on July 21, 2009 at 9:53pm — 3 Comments

RELATIONSHIP TIP OF THE WEEK: Move from Complaint to Request

For all of those things you want to complain about in your relationship, change the complaints to requests. Requests are present or future-oriented which is what really matters anyway. Complaints are about what has already happened. The present is where we should be living; after all, we can’t change the past and hanging onto the negatives from it won’t do any good either.

Requesting your partner to do something is much more likely to… Continue

Added by Amy Warren, LMHC / WQ Mag Columnist on July 21, 2009 at 2:00pm — 1 Comment

If I eat the wrong foods, can I just go to the gym and work off the calories?

No! Many people think that they can eat whatever they want and just work it off in the gym. This could not be further from the truth. Diet and cardio are responsible for 85% of the way that we look. If you do not eat the correct foods, you will probably not look the way you would like. Many people think that they can eat whatever they want and just work it off in the gym. You can be physically fit, exercise religiously, and still not look the way that you would like.

Added by Bonita on July 21, 2009 at 12:01pm — 2 Comments

The Perfect Home Office

We are all seeking ways to reduce costs to help weather the current economic storm. This is particularly true for those of us in business for ourselves. One of the simplest ways to reduce significant overhead costs from many small business owners is to work from home. There are ample dollar-related reasons to work from home; working from home eliminates rent or mortgage payments on a separate office, eliminates commuting costs, and reduces electrical,… Continue

Added by Jo-Anne Peck on July 21, 2009 at 7:24am — 1 Comment

KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL REVEALED

“Why on earth are you going to take a Culinary course? You’re a great cook! You don’t need to learn anything!” exclaimed my mother. Although my mother may be biased, most people do consider me a good cook. My dishes are sought out at potlucks and praised at dinner parties. But what has heretofore been unveiled is the chaos behind the scenes. My knife skills are far from adequate. It usually takes me at least twice as long to make a recipe as the recipe suggests, and just as much time to… Continue

Added by Amy Warren, LMHC / WQ Mag Columnist on July 20, 2009 at 10:00pm — 1 Comment

Boost your Energy and Fight Fatigue Naturally!

Have you heard of glutathione? Every Cell in our body needs it along with water ,oxygen and glucose to survive. For those of you that are chronic fatigue sufferers this is vital information. Together these molecules are the basis of energy production for each and every one of of our cells, and in turn for each breath, thought and movement. At a cellular level,if you think of your cells as a factory and they shut off the energy supply what would happen to the factory it would stop… Continue

Added by Mauri Blefeld on July 20, 2009 at 10:00am — No Comments

Five Things to do if You Lose Your Job

1. File for unemployment. If you're laid off, you automatically quality for state unemployment benefits. Payment levels are determined by how much you made, up to state-imposed limits. Typically, you can expect to receive about $293 a week for 46 weeks. Filing can be done online without leaving the house. In most cases it takes 2-3 weeks to received your first week's benefits.

2. Trade down the totem pole. Snagging a job, even if it's not your dream position, will allow you to better… Continue

Added by Esther Bird on July 19, 2009 at 10:25pm — 2 Comments

The Nightlife Comes To Life

Those of us who complain about the lack of dancing opportunities in Sarasota had no reason to complain this week-end! The Vinyl Festival brought electronic music mixed by both world and locally renowned DJs to multiple venues, bringing the nightlife in Sarasota to life! Paul Mendez, Master Jay, Diamond, Drager, and DeeJay Barry were just a few of the names. It was one of those rare week-ends when you want to be everywhere at once, and the only… Continue

Added by Amy Warren, LMHC / WQ Mag Columnist on July 19, 2009 at 1:23pm — No Comments

Abortion - Who Should Decide?

I am fully aware that this is a sensitive issue. I will attempt to write this article not to upset anyone but to help both sides of this sensitive issue learn and think about it in a different light. Please note that opinions expressed are my opinions, and if you believe I am mistaken, I would like to hear from you. Educate me, please. But let’s all be respectful of the opinions of others.

Pro-choice or pro-life – are they on opposite sides of the issue? I don’t really think they… Continue

Added by Esther Bird on July 19, 2009 at 1:05pm — 2 Comments

One of my photos has been selected for publication!

I'm very proud to announce that I've won my first photography acknowledgment! My photograph of Selby Idell Topjun Kirschner, daughter of Commissioner Kelly & lovely wife Tracy, being keenly observed by 4-month old chimp Eli from the Big Cat Habitat, has been selected for publication in The Boulevard Of Photographers "Best of 2009 Photography". More info at http://boulevardofphotographers.com. YEA!

Here they are!…

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Added by Cliff Roles on July 17, 2009 at 10:00pm — 3 Comments

Do you think that a low carbohydrate diet is necessary for weight loss?

The answer is NO! Our bodies need carbohydrates for proper brain function. The result of consuming a low carb diet can also include loss of muscle tissue, hypoglycemia episodes and low energy levels throughout the day. The loss of muscle tissue is a result of the body trying to find fuel anywhere to provide energy for necessary functions. The muscle tissue is stripped down to amino acids that will be used for energy in place of sugar. The hypoglycemic episodes are a result of the body not… Continue

Added by Bonita on July 17, 2009 at 11:44am — No Comments

How to Polish Your Professional Image

Your professional image and reputation are the most valuable asset you have in the business world. Having a solid, positive, professional image will take you far in your career. If your behavior detracts from that image, others won’t see you in a positive light and your career will suffer. If a good professional image is tarnished by unacceptable behavior, you may never regain what you have lost.

This is why it’s so important to always do the right thing and always strive to be the… Continue

Added by Esther Bird on July 17, 2009 at 9:41am — 1 Comment

Fit Tip- Train Your Mind

Training your mind is just as important as physically training your body. Some will argue that it is actually more important because without a positive mental outlook the physical training may be short lived. Mental training should part of your routine on a daily basis.

Below are two techniques that will sharpen your mental game:

Self-Talk- The way you talk to yourself will have a direct reflection on your performance. The question is- is it negative or positive?… Continue

Added by Nick Clark on July 17, 2009 at 6:26am — 1 Comment

Social Etiquette Tip of the Week - Pass The Salt Please!

In today’s fast paced world many people have forgotten, or were never taught, the basics of dining etiquette. When do I touch my napkin? How do I pass? What is the charger for?

Knowing the basics of dining etiquette is very empowering because it allows you to relax and enjoy your dinner. Following are answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about dining.

Your napkin goes in your lap, folded in half, as soon as you sit down. Some people will wait until the food… Continue

Added by Maria Brady on July 16, 2009 at 5:00pm — 2 Comments

Looking for a bar, pub, or tavern in Manatee, Sarasota or Charlotte County....

American Business Brokerage and Stacy L. Alario, FCBI is looking for a bar owner in Manatee, Sarasota or Charlotte county, who is interested in confidentially selling their business. If you, or you know someone who is inteterested in discussing their exit strategy or options, please call me at (941)957-1414 or email, StacyAlario@aol.com. All discussions will be kept strictly confidential.

Added by Stacy L. Alario, FCBI on July 16, 2009 at 3:54pm — No Comments

Are you Drinking the Right Kind of Green Tea?

Yes, you have heard that Green Tea is good for you. Perhaps you’re already drinking some of the green tea products popular now.

But the real question is whether you’re getting the right kind of Green Tea? If you want to make wise choices regarding the best green tea for your health; isn’t it a good idea to educate yourself a bit first?

Let’s take a look at some of the varieties of green tea you may have seen, heard of, or tried yourself.

Let’s start with… Continue

Added by Debbie Amon on July 15, 2009 at 5:30pm — 2 Comments

Internet Dating: Proceed with Caution

The internet has opened up a world of possibilities, including the chance to meet a world of potential dates you would not otherwise meet. It affords you the opportunity to meet men who aren’t just hanging out at the bars or extroverted enough to try to make a date in the grocery store, meaning online dates might be better choices than you’ll find elsewhere. As in every crowd, there are going to be a few bad apples. While there are definitely men on singles dating sites that are misrepresenting… Continue

Added by Amy Warren, LMHC / WQ Mag Columnist on July 15, 2009 at 1:30pm — No Comments