Thursday, December 31, 2009
The One Flaw In Women
By the time the Lord made woman,
He was into his sixth day of working overtime.
An angel appeared and said,
"Why are you spending so much time on this one?"
And the Lord answered, "Have you seen my spec sheet on her?
She has to be completely washable, but not plastic,
have over 200 movable parts, all replaceable
and able to run on diet coke and leftovers,
have a lap that can hold four children at one time,
have a kiss that can cure anything from a scraped knee to a broken heart
--and she will do everything
with only two hands."
The angel was astounded at the requirements.
"Only two hands!? No way!
And that's just on the standard model?
That's too much work for one day.
Wait until tomorrow to finish.."
"But I won't, " the Lord protested.
"I am so close to finishing this creation that is so close to my own heart.
She already heals herself when she is sick
AND can work 18-hour days."
The angel moved closer and touched the woman.
"But you have made her so soft, Lord."
"She is soft," the Lord agreed,
"but I have also made her tough.
You have no idea what she can endure or accomplish."
"Will she be able to think?", asked the angel.
The Lord replied,
"Not only will she be able to think,
she will be able to reason and negotiate."
The angel then noticed something,
and reaching out, touched the woman's cheek.
"Oops, it looks like you have a leak in this model.
I told you that you were trying to put too much into this one."
"That's not a leak,"
the Lord corrected,
"that's a tear!"
"What's the tear for?" the angel asked.
The Lord said, "The tear is her way of expressing her joy,
her sorrow, her pain, her disappointment, her love,
her loneliness, her grief and her pride."
The angel was impressed.
"You are a genius, Lord.
You thought of everything!
Woman is truly amazing."
And she is!
Women have strengths that amaze men.
They bear hardships and they carry burdens,
but they hold happiness,
love and joy.
They smile when they want to scream.
They sing when they want to cry.
They cry when they are happy
and laugh when they are nervous.
They fight for what they believe in.
They stand up to injustice.
They don't take "no" for an answer
when they believe there is a better solution.
They go without so their family can have.
They go to the doctor with a frightened friend.
They love unconditionally.
They cry when their children excel
and cheer when their friends get awards.
They are happy when they hear about
a birth or a wedding.
Their hearts break when a friend dies.
They grieve at the loss of a family member,
yet they are strong when they think there is no strength left.
They know that a hug and a kiss
can heal a broken heart.
Women come in all shapes, sizes and colors.
They'll drive, fly, walk, run or e-mail you
to show how much they care about you.
The heart of a woman is what makes the world keep turning.
They bring joy, hope and love.
They have compassion and ideals.
They give moral support to their family and friends.
Women have vital things to say and everything to give
HOWEVER, IF THERE IS ONE TINY FLAW IN WOMEN,
IT IS THAT THEY FORGET THEIR WORTH.
Sunday, December 20, 2009
[ Rid cancer with a vegetarian diet ]
NATURAL HEALER How Dr Wu rid himself of cancer with a vegetarian diet
By: ANJIRA ASSAVANONDA
Published: 7/05/2009 at 12:00 AM
Newspaper section: Mylife
At the age of 30, Chinese doctor Tom Wu was diagnosed with
advanced stages of lung cancer, and was told he had only a few
months to live.
However, Dr Wu, who recently spoke with Mylife, has already
reached 70 years old, and to our surprise, he still looks like a young
and healthy man in his 50s.
Not only has he survived, but the doctor has maintained a healthy
life. The cancer is all gone, and he said he's never caught a cold or
other illness for 40 years. He has stopped going for blood tests.
"My body and feelings tell me I'm well, that I'm truly in good
health," says Dr Wu.
His secret lies in the power of natural healing. Dr Wu always
says that no wonder drug can cure diseases. But our own internal
healing power, our immune system, can. And what can strengthen
our immune system are simple foods from Mother Nature, and a
healthy lifestyle. In his view, diseases such as cancer, diabetes and
heart disease can be overcome by changing the diet.
Dr Wu says people get sick because they eat the wrong foods. Fried
food, for example, causes blockage in the arteries, bad circulation,
cholesterol, and heart disease.
"Instead of taking a cholesterol lowering drug, I would urge them to
stop eating greasy food. My suggestion is to eat clean food, which is
high in phytochemicals," he says.
Phytochemicals are natural cleansing agents that will help rid plaque
from your arteries. They come from natural foods such as
vegetables, fruits with their seeds, and common garden herbs.
Phytochemicals will nourish the body's cells so they can fight
against any foreign substances that invade your body.
Dr Wu's outstanding contributions to the development of natural
medicine earned him the "World Famous Doctor Award " from the
UN in 2001, and the "Best Wellness Doctor of the World" award
from India 's World Wellness Open University in March.
The secrets of how he won the fight against lung cancer and
maintains a healthy body are revealed in his first book, Dr Wu's
Principle of Natural Cures,which has recently been translated from
its original Chinese version into a Thai edition, Thammachart Chuay
Chewit, published by Nanmeebooks Publications.
It was launched in Thailand in March.
Dr Wu says what's written in the book is unique and easy to
understand because "the author is both the doctor and the patient
himself". All the ideas and guidelines suggested in the book come
from his own experience as well as what he has learned from his
patients.
Dr Wu turns to natural medicine.
Dr Wu had first studied Western medicine in France , and then
furthered his education in alternative therapy, earning a doctorate
degree.
The turning point arrived when he was diagnosed with lung cancer
at the age of 30. Modern medicine gave him no hope; it was too
late to remove the damaged parts of the lung. The cancer had
already spread to other organs, and the doctor told him he had only
a few months left.
In his despair, Dr Wu picked up the Bible and prayed to God. Then
the Bible fell to the floor, and he read the page it opened to
carefully.. The chapter talked about the days God created the Earth
and everything needed for human beings. Then he created Adam
and Eve, and told both of them that plants, vegetables and seeded
fruits growing on Earth have been provided for them to eat.
"I thought about what I had eaten in the past - meat, fish, fried and
grilled food, sweet cake, but God simply wanted us to eat
vegetables and sour fruits. I was confused and doubted whether I
would become weak if I ate too many vegetables and less meat,"
says Dr Wu.
Yet he decided to follow the Bible's guidance. He ate a lot of
vegetables and fruits, drank clean water, and completely adjusted
his lifestyle - his sleeping, breathing and exercise habits.
Nine months later, he went for a check-up, and surprisingly no
cancer cells were detected.
He advised people in his family and in the neighbourhood about his
discovery, and studied natural medicine until he received a
doctorate degree in naturopathy and nutrition from the US .
Dr Wu has been a frequent speaker at worldwide forums, spreading
his knowledge on natural cures and the use of organic food. He
advises people to use the most simple foods in the most natural
way in order to fight illnesses and maintain good health.
Dr Wu's secrets to good health
Published: 7/05/2009 at 12:00 AM
Newspaper section: Mylife
The human body has the power to heal itself. The immune system has a self defence
mechanism to block and destroy bacteria or viruses that invade our
bodies, while the self-healing mechanism will get us back on the road to
recovery. When you have a cold and take medicine, the medication may kill
the virus but your immune system will not fully function, and its efficiency will
decrease. As a result, your body will be more vulnerable to germs.
Dr Wu's principle is to strengthen the immune system, and avoid medication
as much as possible. In his book, he offers the following guidelines to good
health:
1. Have at least three bowel movements a day.
Other health experts may advise one bowel movement a day, but Dr Wu says
that's not enough.. You need three to four bowel movements a day in order to
excrete all the accumulated faeces from your intestine. Your liver will not be
overburdened and it also helps reduce cholesterol in your body.
2. Drink at least three glasses of fruit or vegetable smoothies each day.
This is a way to ingest enough phytochemicals to strengthen the body's cells
and immune system.. Use not only the flesh, but also the skin and seeds of
fruits and vegetables to make smoothies, as they are rich in phytochemicals.
Most of the fruit seeds have small amounts of cyanide which kill bacteria and
viruses without damaging the body.
Actually the recommended smoothie diet is six glasses a day, two in the
morning, one before lunch, two more in the afternoon, and one more before
dinner. However, if that's too much, you may start with three glasses a day.
Use a high powered blender (at least three horsepower) as it can release
phytochemicals from the fibre. It's best to choose sour fruits like green or red
apples, grapes, pineapples, kiwi and lime.
3. Sunbathe 30 minutes daily.
We often hear that the Sun's UV rays will damage our skin, and many people
apply sunblock before going out.
But Dr Wu says the opposite. He says the UV rays will help convert
cholesterol underneath the skin into vitamin A which helps moisten the skin
and prevent skin cancer, and also vitamin D that helps prevent colds,
osteoporosis, and certain kinds of cancer.
"Therefore, use the Sun. Expose yourself to sunlight about one-half hour a
day, at noon or another appropriate time based on your local climate.
The Sun will make you healthier," says Dr Wu.
4. Exercise 30 minutes a day.
Don't exercise for more than 30 minutes. If you go beyond that, your body will
be overworked.
"If you do it more than half an hour, that will become labour, not exercise.
Your heart and your body will be working too hard ," he says.
5. Shower with hot, then cold water.
Try an alternating cold and hot water shower: Three minutes of hot water
followed by 30 seconds of cold water, then repeat twice more.
This process will bring a rush of blood and energy to your body. It helps
increase your immune system, blood circulation, and metabolism.
6. Drink a lot of water, in the correct way.
How much water you need to drink each day depends on your specific
situation. If your office is air-conditioned, drinking six glasses of water a day is
enough. If your work involves lots of walking, you have to drink 8-10 glasses a
day. If you work under the hot sun, then 10-12 glasses of water are required.
The way you drink is also important. The correct way is to sip it little by little, to
give your body cells time to absorb the water. If you drink the whole glass
down at once, your cells can't absorb it all, and the water will be excreted as
urine.
7. Eat according to your blood type.
Your blood type determines what you should eat. Eating the wrong foods will
make you sick.
People with blood type O have to eat a certain amount of meat. If they eat
only vegetables for a long time, their body won't absorb all the substances
they need to strengthen their immune system. The recommended diet for this
group is 75% vegetables, 10% fruits, 10% meat, seafood and goat's milk
(avoid cow's milk), and 5% grains.
People with blood type A, however should avoid milk and meat, while
increasing grains and fruits. People with blood type B should also avoid meat,
while those with blood type AB should avoid chicken and beef.
8. Eat according to your biological clock.
Every human being has a biological clock that tells us when to eat, sleep, and
wake up. If you don't follow your biological clock, the organs will lose their
balance. Toxins and wastes won't be excreted from your body, and soon you'll
get sick.
According to Dr Wu, the biological clock is divided into three phases.
From 4am to noon is the time for bowel movements, so in the morning you
should eat foods with lots of fibre. Fruit and vegetable smoothies are
recommended.
From noon to 8pm , your body will absorb food so lunch is the most important
meal. A vegetable salad with grains is recommended. Fish or boiled eggs can
be added to your lunch. Avoid meat at dinner as the amino acids in the meat
will disturb your sleep. Try to finish dinner by 6pm .
From 8pm to 4am , the nutrients and energy from food will be distributed
throughout your body organs. The golden time for your sleep is between
10pm and 2am , as your immune and self-healing system will function at its
best.
By: ANJIRA ASSAVANONDA
Published: 7/05/2009 at 12:00 AM
Newspaper section: Mylife
At the age of 30, Chinese doctor Tom Wu was diagnosed with
advanced stages of lung cancer, and was told he had only a few
months to live.
However, Dr Wu, who recently spoke with Mylife, has already
reached 70 years old, and to our surprise, he still looks like a young
and healthy man in his 50s.
Not only has he survived, but the doctor has maintained a healthy
life. The cancer is all gone, and he said he's never caught a cold or
other illness for 40 years. He has stopped going for blood tests.
"My body and feelings tell me I'm well, that I'm truly in good
health," says Dr Wu.
His secret lies in the power of natural healing. Dr Wu always
says that no wonder drug can cure diseases. But our own internal
healing power, our immune system, can. And what can strengthen
our immune system are simple foods from Mother Nature, and a
healthy lifestyle. In his view, diseases such as cancer, diabetes and
heart disease can be overcome by changing the diet.
Dr Wu says people get sick because they eat the wrong foods. Fried
food, for example, causes blockage in the arteries, bad circulation,
cholesterol, and heart disease.
"Instead of taking a cholesterol lowering drug, I would urge them to
stop eating greasy food. My suggestion is to eat clean food, which is
high in phytochemicals," he says.
Phytochemicals are natural cleansing agents that will help rid plaque
from your arteries. They come from natural foods such as
vegetables, fruits with their seeds, and common garden herbs.
Phytochemicals will nourish the body's cells so they can fight
against any foreign substances that invade your body.
Dr Wu's outstanding contributions to the development of natural
medicine earned him the "World Famous Doctor Award " from the
UN in 2001, and the "Best Wellness Doctor of the World" award
from India 's World Wellness Open University in March.
The secrets of how he won the fight against lung cancer and
maintains a healthy body are revealed in his first book, Dr Wu's
Principle of Natural Cures,which has recently been translated from
its original Chinese version into a Thai edition, Thammachart Chuay
Chewit, published by Nanmeebooks Publications.
It was launched in Thailand in March.
Dr Wu says what's written in the book is unique and easy to
understand because "the author is both the doctor and the patient
himself". All the ideas and guidelines suggested in the book come
from his own experience as well as what he has learned from his
patients.
Dr Wu turns to natural medicine.
Dr Wu had first studied Western medicine in France , and then
furthered his education in alternative therapy, earning a doctorate
degree.
The turning point arrived when he was diagnosed with lung cancer
at the age of 30. Modern medicine gave him no hope; it was too
late to remove the damaged parts of the lung. The cancer had
already spread to other organs, and the doctor told him he had only
a few months left.
In his despair, Dr Wu picked up the Bible and prayed to God. Then
the Bible fell to the floor, and he read the page it opened to
carefully.. The chapter talked about the days God created the Earth
and everything needed for human beings. Then he created Adam
and Eve, and told both of them that plants, vegetables and seeded
fruits growing on Earth have been provided for them to eat.
"I thought about what I had eaten in the past - meat, fish, fried and
grilled food, sweet cake, but God simply wanted us to eat
vegetables and sour fruits. I was confused and doubted whether I
would become weak if I ate too many vegetables and less meat,"
says Dr Wu.
Yet he decided to follow the Bible's guidance. He ate a lot of
vegetables and fruits, drank clean water, and completely adjusted
his lifestyle - his sleeping, breathing and exercise habits.
Nine months later, he went for a check-up, and surprisingly no
cancer cells were detected.
He advised people in his family and in the neighbourhood about his
discovery, and studied natural medicine until he received a
doctorate degree in naturopathy and nutrition from the US .
Dr Wu has been a frequent speaker at worldwide forums, spreading
his knowledge on natural cures and the use of organic food. He
advises people to use the most simple foods in the most natural
way in order to fight illnesses and maintain good health.
Dr Wu's secrets to good health
Published: 7/05/2009 at 12:00 AM
Newspaper section: Mylife
The human body has the power to heal itself. The immune system has a self defence
mechanism to block and destroy bacteria or viruses that invade our
bodies, while the self-healing mechanism will get us back on the road to
recovery. When you have a cold and take medicine, the medication may kill
the virus but your immune system will not fully function, and its efficiency will
decrease. As a result, your body will be more vulnerable to germs.
Dr Wu's principle is to strengthen the immune system, and avoid medication
as much as possible. In his book, he offers the following guidelines to good
health:
1. Have at least three bowel movements a day.
Other health experts may advise one bowel movement a day, but Dr Wu says
that's not enough.. You need three to four bowel movements a day in order to
excrete all the accumulated faeces from your intestine. Your liver will not be
overburdened and it also helps reduce cholesterol in your body.
2. Drink at least three glasses of fruit or vegetable smoothies each day.
This is a way to ingest enough phytochemicals to strengthen the body's cells
and immune system.. Use not only the flesh, but also the skin and seeds of
fruits and vegetables to make smoothies, as they are rich in phytochemicals.
Most of the fruit seeds have small amounts of cyanide which kill bacteria and
viruses without damaging the body.
Actually the recommended smoothie diet is six glasses a day, two in the
morning, one before lunch, two more in the afternoon, and one more before
dinner. However, if that's too much, you may start with three glasses a day.
Use a high powered blender (at least three horsepower) as it can release
phytochemicals from the fibre. It's best to choose sour fruits like green or red
apples, grapes, pineapples, kiwi and lime.
3. Sunbathe 30 minutes daily.
We often hear that the Sun's UV rays will damage our skin, and many people
apply sunblock before going out.
But Dr Wu says the opposite. He says the UV rays will help convert
cholesterol underneath the skin into vitamin A which helps moisten the skin
and prevent skin cancer, and also vitamin D that helps prevent colds,
osteoporosis, and certain kinds of cancer.
"Therefore, use the Sun. Expose yourself to sunlight about one-half hour a
day, at noon or another appropriate time based on your local climate.
The Sun will make you healthier," says Dr Wu.
4. Exercise 30 minutes a day.
Don't exercise for more than 30 minutes. If you go beyond that, your body will
be overworked.
"If you do it more than half an hour, that will become labour, not exercise.
Your heart and your body will be working too hard ," he says.
5. Shower with hot, then cold water.
Try an alternating cold and hot water shower: Three minutes of hot water
followed by 30 seconds of cold water, then repeat twice more.
This process will bring a rush of blood and energy to your body. It helps
increase your immune system, blood circulation, and metabolism.
6. Drink a lot of water, in the correct way.
How much water you need to drink each day depends on your specific
situation. If your office is air-conditioned, drinking six glasses of water a day is
enough. If your work involves lots of walking, you have to drink 8-10 glasses a
day. If you work under the hot sun, then 10-12 glasses of water are required.
The way you drink is also important. The correct way is to sip it little by little, to
give your body cells time to absorb the water. If you drink the whole glass
down at once, your cells can't absorb it all, and the water will be excreted as
urine.
7. Eat according to your blood type.
Your blood type determines what you should eat. Eating the wrong foods will
make you sick.
People with blood type O have to eat a certain amount of meat. If they eat
only vegetables for a long time, their body won't absorb all the substances
they need to strengthen their immune system. The recommended diet for this
group is 75% vegetables, 10% fruits, 10% meat, seafood and goat's milk
(avoid cow's milk), and 5% grains.
People with blood type A, however should avoid milk and meat, while
increasing grains and fruits. People with blood type B should also avoid meat,
while those with blood type AB should avoid chicken and beef.
8. Eat according to your biological clock.
Every human being has a biological clock that tells us when to eat, sleep, and
wake up. If you don't follow your biological clock, the organs will lose their
balance. Toxins and wastes won't be excreted from your body, and soon you'll
get sick.
According to Dr Wu, the biological clock is divided into three phases.
From 4am to noon is the time for bowel movements, so in the morning you
should eat foods with lots of fibre. Fruit and vegetable smoothies are
recommended.
From noon to 8pm , your body will absorb food so lunch is the most important
meal. A vegetable salad with grains is recommended. Fish or boiled eggs can
be added to your lunch. Avoid meat at dinner as the amino acids in the meat
will disturb your sleep. Try to finish dinner by 6pm .
From 8pm to 4am , the nutrients and energy from food will be distributed
throughout your body organs. The golden time for your sleep is between
10pm and 2am , as your immune and self-healing system will function at its
best.
Friday, December 18, 2009
The United States Of India
The United States of India
by Subra Narayan
In light of the recent announcement by the Central Government of India to grant separate statehood status to Telangana, splitting from the modern state of Andhra Pradesh, we need to applaud and marvel at the insight and vision of the planners at the helm of the ruling party. This is an epoch moment that needs to be truly heralded as a bold but necessary decision that is long overdue and vindicates the efforts of our freedom fighters and all those who fought valiantly to achieve statehood. Their dedication and sincerity has yielded fruits, albeit a long time in waiting. Yet this clearly sets the tone for the progress of modern India, 60 plus years after Independence and its emergence as a superpower in the world.
The foresight of the Home Ministry in announcing the creation of a smaller state, namely Telangana from Andhra Pradesh, undoubtedly indicates the practicality of governance, leading to faster progress and prosperity with equal rights to all its citizens. By carving out Telangana from the behemoth of AP, the rulers have demonstrated their collective wisdom and lit a spark. This should pave the way for the creation of many smaller states that have been ambling for statehood for many decades, why even centuries!
As the Honorable CM of UP, Smt. Mayawati has rightly declared that UP be carved into many smaller states, since it is virtually impossible now to govern such a large state, according to her.
The newer states that would be created include Hirat Pradesh, Bundelkand and Purvanchal.
The Honorable Minister and prolific writer, Shri Jaswant Singh along with leaders of the Gorkha Janamukti Morcha called for the creation of a separate Gorkhaland, pointing out the need to be “liberated from the colonial rule" of West Bengal government. Needless to say, the brave souls of Vidharbha have long fought to secede from Maharashtra.
The time has arrived for the rise of India as a true superpower after centuries of imperial rule. The brilliant minds and visionaries in the esteemed positions of the Central Government, ably run by the Congress party, should also give serious thought to the creation of several such smaller states (in addition to the above-mentioned) including, Saurashtra from Gujarat, Bhojpur from Bihar, UP, Cooch Behar from West Bengal, Assam, Travancore from Kerala, Coorg from Karnataka, Tanjore from Tamil Nadu, Bodoland from Assam, Nilgiris from Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu, Magadh from Madhya Pradesh, Nalanda from Bihar, Kalinga from Orissa and Bihar, Belgaum from Maharashtra and Karnataka and Mithilanchal from Bihar.
Imagine the hundreds of thousands of jobs this will create in such a short time, so many CMs and MLAs will be anointed, so many ministries will be created, so many bureaucrats, clerks, peons will have jobs. So many new capital cities will arise that will require new Parliament buildings which in turn will generate massive employment for masons, carpenters, architects, engineers, bricklayers. There will be more state budgets to allocate, more accountants to handle them which simply translates into more opportunities. Postal addresses will change overnight which means recruiting more postal employees to handle the overload. Interstate taxes would ensure that a constant revenue stream is generated. Investors would flock to these newly created states to build infrastructure and set up novel high tech industries.
Nations that are struggling to jumpstart their economies because of the recent financial disaster can simply take a leaf from India. What a brilliant stroke by the geniuses in the current government. Not just a superpower behind other superpowers but a true leader is what India must be. We need to surpass every other nation in the world by carving out 51 states to be the next United States of India (USI)
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