how to eliminate the hiccups.

When small hiccups a sign of growing up. Sebernarnya hiccup is a sudden contraction of an accident in diagfragma.

How to eliminate it
1.ambil drinking a glass of warm water.
2.tutup both ears with his hands.
3.minum water and then release both hands

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Guinea-Bissau's Lone Brewery Hopes to Tap National Pride

Photo: VOA Photo J. Ritchey

A worker monitors the bottling line at the Pampa beer factory in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau.

Through coups, conflicts and other upheavals, one constant for many West African countries has been the presence of a national beer. After going years without one, Guinea-Bissau is now hoping to revive its own local beer tradition following the reopening of its only beer factory.

The sound of clinking bottles echoes in the humming Pampa beer factory, Guinea-Bissau's lone brewery located along a long, dusty road in the country's sleepy capital of Bissau. 

The former Portuguese colony of 1.6 million people is now in the midst of a slight identity crisis when it comes to beer. Pampa resumed production in March after a long hiatus but has yet to recapture the market it once enjoyed against Portuguese competitors, as well as the highly popular seasonal drinks of cashew juice and wine. Guinea-Bissau's chief export is cashews, making it something akin to the snack nut capital of West Africa.  

Pampa's marketing director, Ben Nair Lopes da Costa, does not think they have much to worry about, though. 

She says the group that is now in charge of Pampa is more stable than previous owners, the quality of the beer has improved and the factory's technicians have better experience.

decades, not unlike Guinea-Bissau itself. The brand was founded by Portuguese investors just as the country gained its independence in 1974, only to be nationalized and purchased by Guineans a few years later. The company changed hands a few more times after that, before the brand had to shut down completely in 1998 when the country's economy broke down due to a two-year civil war.

Yet somehow, surviving near bankruptcy and wars, Pampa has persisted. At the end of 2010, a group of Moroccan investors under the title Holding ABC, Incorporated bought the company outright and rebooted the brand. 

Inside the factory, a large copper vat contains all the ingredients that give Pampa its crisp and tangy malt flavor. Da Costa says the key to Pampa's unique, if slightly acquired flavor, is the water.

She says they use Guinea-Bissau's natural mineral water pumped from 160 meters below the ground. 

According to market research, Guineans consume, on average, 15 to 20 million liters of beer annually. Pampa's target is to sell three million liters by the end of the year and 10 percent more each year after that.

In its pre-war heyday, it sold about five million liters annually.

But competition still poses challenges for the company. Portuguese import Cristal is pervasive in cafes and bars around town. And cashew wine, in season right now, is a potent and bitter fermented contender that retails on the street for less than a $1.

Da Costa says Pampa's biggest obstacle is it has to import 90 percent of its materials from abroad, including malt, sugar, bottles, caps and shipping cartons.  Da Costa adds that Cristal has a competitive advantage over Pampa because it doesn't have the problem of import taxes, as well as interruption in supply.

In fact, the malt Pampa has to import comes from Belgium by way of Portugal.  Still, Pampa's owners think Guineans will slowly come around and hope to capitalize on this thirst for a hometown brew. After all, Senegal has Flag and Gazelle, Ghanians drink Star, and Gambians can chill beachside with an icy Julbrew.

Da Costa says Guineans prefer Pampa when they try it and are very nationalistic and proud of local products. They want to support their own economy.

VOA Photo J. Ritchey

A visual survey of one of Bissau's popular nightclubs showed most of its patrons drinking Cristal. A waiter named Alberto says people are aware that Pampa is available again, but they still gravitate toward imported beer. Both Cristal and Pampa sell for around $1 or $1.50 depending on the spot, so the price factor just isn't that significant. 

And what about Guinea-Bissau's high ranking officials and elites, will they drink a local brew over imported? When asked his preference, Guinea-Bissau's Attorney General Amine Michel Saad wrinkled his nose before diplomatically stating he's a "whiskey man."

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7 Deliciously Frugal Feasts

Cut cals and cost

Love to cook but avoid pricey ingredients? Get all your favorite foods for less calories and less cash by using these 7 mouthwatering and wallet-friendly recipes.

Fish Tacos With Sesame Ginger Slaw

Tilapia is a relatively inexpensive fish, and the tangy topping is made of condiments that won't break the bank. Plus, with plenty of filling fiber, you won't be sneaking up to the fridge for a midnight snack.

Ingredients: Tilapia fillets, cooking spray, salt, pepper, low-fat Greek yogurt, limes, dark sesame oil, low-sodium soy sauce, fresh ginger, honey, coleslaw mix, corn tortillas

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7 Ways to De-Stress and Slim Down

Think back to the last time you felt pressure from your work, family, or friends — did you have the urge to reach for a candy bar? If the answer is yes, you're not alone. Stress is one of the major causes of eating poorly and eating excessively, so it’s no surprise that stress can lead to extra pounds around your waist. And it’s a red flag for risk factors associated with inflammation, heart disease, and diabetes. Finding ways to manage your stress is essential to healthy weight loss. Finding ways to manage your stress is essential to healthy weight loss. Follow these 7 tips to recognize and manage your stress:

1. Eat Whole Grains
   Whole grains, a Sonoma Diet Power Food, promote the production of serotonin, a feel-good brain messenger chemical. The magnesium abundant in whole grains and almonds (another Power Food) promotes muscle relaxation. Emphasizing B vitamins from whole grains, vegetables, and other foods on the Top Twelve Sonoma Power Foods list is also very important for repairing the negative effects of stress.
   
2. Choose Healthy Fats
   Since the brain is approximately 60 percent fat, the type of fats in your diet can make a difference in brain function. Research shows that omega-3 fatty acids can act as an antidepressant because they boost serotonin production. Serotonin improves communication between brain cells and can help prevent or fight depression. Salmon, walnuts, and flaxseed are rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids. Olives, olive oil, avocados, nuts, and canola oil are also packed with healthy monounsaturated fats. Limit your intake of saturated fat from animal fats and tropical oils, and eliminate trans-fatty acids, found in the partially hydrogenated oils used in processed foods.
3. Stop "Dieting" Diets that restrict carbs and dietary fats actually increase stress, anxiety, insomnia, and depression — not to mention set you up for failure. The correct approach to healthy eating is to choose a diet you can live with, one composed of healthy fats, lots of fruits and vegetables, and a daily intake of whole grains. The only way to feel full and satisfied is to provide your body with all the nutrients it needs.
4. Get Some Sleep
   Stressful situations can often lead to a lack of sleep — which can be especially dangerous for a dieter. Lack of sleep throws off the body’s chemistry and can increase cravings for carbohydrates, sweets, and fats. Plus, sleeping less than 5 hours a night not only produces inflammatory compounds linked to heart disease but also hinders your weight-loss efforts. Two hormones, cortisol and ghrelin, are the main culprits — sleep deprivation can cause an increase in ghrelin, the hormone responsible for stimulating appetite, and a decrease in cortisol, the hormone that signals the brain that you are full. The result is an inability to control your appetite — a situation that can lead to a diet disaster. So get some rest!
5. Vary Your Exercise
   Varying the type exercise you do — alternating from a high-intensity workout to one of a more meditative style, like yoga — can be restorative, relaxing, and essential for boosting your immune function and general outlook on life. It's important to switch up an exercise routine to stave off boredom and keep challenging your body. Exercise also improves brain chemistry, increasing the level of feel-good endorphins, dopamine, and serotonin. So the next time you feel overwhelmed by stress, take a break and get active. You'll notice the difference!
6. Breathe
   Breathing slowly, deeply, and deliberately is a very simple and easy way to cope with everyday stress and exhausting schedules. Take a few moments to stop and breathe when stress rears its head. You'll be able to relax your muscles and focus your mind, readying yourself for whatever obstacles lie ahead.
7. Recognize the Symptoms of Stress
   There are two kinds of stress: acute (intense but short lived) and chronic, or ongoing. It’s the chronic type of stress that causes health problems. We commonly suppress feelings of exhaustion, stress, and anxiety to the point that we can’t even recognize the symptoms anymore. This is when we get into trouble with weight gain and more serious health conditions. Pay attention to stress symptoms — for example, an increase in blood pressure, insomnia, body aches, feelings of anxiety or depression, or a general feeling of being overwhelmed.       http://www.sonomadiet.com/how-to-de-stress-and-lose-weight.aspx

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Concern' over ME viral link data

 

Journal says viral link to chronic fatigue syndrome is seriously in question.

The journal Science has asked the authors of a research paper, which linked chronic fatigue syndrome to a virus, to withdraw their findings.

It has also published an editorial expressing concern that the validity of the study was "seriously in question".
The authors said they were "extremely disappointed" and that the editorial was "premature".
An expert in the UK said any link with chronic fatigue syndrome, or ME, was a myth and the decision was inevitable.
In 2009, a study at the Whittemore Peterson Institute was published in Science which showed that DNA from a mouse virus, XMRV, was present in 67% of patients with chronic fatigue syndrome, but only 4% of the general population.
Science's editor in chief, Bruce Alberts, said at least 10 studies had since failed to reproduce those results, including two studies published at the same time as his editorial.
One concluded that the mostly likely explanation for the 2009 finding was that laboratory samples were contaminated with XMRV.
The other looked at 61 patients with chronic fatigue syndrome who took part in the original study, but it found no trace of XMRV.
As a result, Science asked for the authors of the 2009 research paper to voluntarily retract their findings. They declined.

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CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME

• The disease is thought to affect some 250,000 people in the UK
• Symptoms include extreme tiredness, problems with memory and concentration, sleep disturbances and mood swings
• There is currently no accepted cure and no universally effective treatment
• Source: ME Association

Annette Whittemore, President of the Whittemore Peterson Institute, said: "We are extremely disappointed that the editor of Science has published an 'editorial expression of concern'".

She said that other studies had not used the same experiments as the original study and that: "The authors of the Lombardi study believe that it is premature to conclude that the negative studies are accurate or change the conclusions of the original studies.
"Much of the work on this new retrovirus has yet to be performed, and we look forward to new studies which will support the results and findings described by these accomplished scientists."
Dr Jonathan Stoye, virologist at the Medical Research Council National Institute of Medical Research, said: "It comes as no great surprise, in fact it was inevitable since a series of studies failed to reproduce the original results."
"It should be made as definitive as possible that XMRV is not linked to chronic fatigue syndrome. It is a myth."
He said the implication was that the samples were contaminated, however this had not been definitively proven.
He added: "Science could have gone one step further and withdrawn it off its own bat. In football this is somewhere between a red and a yellow card."

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-13604050
 

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fitness facility is used as a place of bawdy

do you often use the services of fitness? servicessuch as reflexology? This service is often used as a means of sexual trafficking. how can? owner of the massage services are providing massage services and sexual services. they usually provide the girl - beautiful and sexy girl, there are also tariffs of massage that is in the range of $ 5 plus massage and sex services in ering will cost 50 dollars. then how do I choosea massage place that was notdevoid of sex services. namely by choosing a place that is not too shabby, no women who dress sexy, no smoking, bright place. that's how.

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CHOOSING A GOOD POTATO

 
Our society is not eating or even pengahasil potatoes. Unlike the American people there who love to eat potatoes, they usually make the potatoes as a snack, for example for fried ingredients, known to the Indonesian. If I still prefer to be a meatball, and usually if the celebration, there is a party or person will make the potato as food required for them, usually potatoes made ​​with forms of the boxes and in oseng spicy.

If overseas potatoes into a luxury food, we are different from potato that is generally used as an alternative or a byproduct of food out there, particularly Europeans and potato ameika digunaakan sebgai basic foodstuffs can not be denied is potatoes contain lots of carbohydrates and oxygen to the body bergunalain us.
Here's how to choose a good potato and it is stored.
- select potatoes that both mucus and not perforated, as it will be difficult potato peeling.
- Select the hard and dry potatoes. Potatoes that badger indicates there are parts that rot.
- Potatoes are colored greenish or terda [at the green dots. Should not dipih. Bint-green spots are a sign of soalin kloropyl, toxins that can cause illness. If only a small part can be discarded.
- Potatoes are good can also be seen from the skin. Potato skin tight flow and not wrinkled.
- Potatoes should not be in place that gelap.sejuk and dry.
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