Archive for November, 2009

Mice, Natural Moisturisers, Sodium Lauryl Sulphate And Your Health.

Posted in Health & Fitness on November 30th, 2009 by Peter Geraldson – Be the first to comment

Chances are very good that every day you use a moisturizer on your skin. It’s important to take care of your skin and there’s lots of anti aging skin care products available to help you do that. However it may come as a shock to you to know that many modern skin care products contain chemical ingredients such as sodium lauryl sulphate and this includes big brand-name moisturizers. This may risk your health and you may well be better buying a natural moisturizer.

It is relatively well-known that a chemical called sodium lauryl sulphate is used in many soaps and shampoos. It’s an excellent degreaser and is used by mechanics for degreasing engines. It is also becoming more well-known that sodium lauryl sulphate in products such as soaps and shampoos is bad for your health.

But it’s not nearly so well known that so many big name moisturizers also contain sodium lauryl sulphate, (as well as many of the chemical ingredients) and using these products regularly may cause skin cancer.

There was a study done on mice reported in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology. In this study the scientists were looking to understand better the effects of caffeine on mice. As part of the study a number of moisturizers were applied to the skin of the mice 5 times a day for 17 weeks and the mice also received some UV radiation to simulate sunlight.

Each of the moisturizers used contain sodium lauryl sulphate together with other chemical ingredients like mineral oil.

The researchers were surprised to discover that the mice exhibited an increase in the risk of skin cancer and an increase in skin tumors of 69 percent.

Deciding to test this further the same researchers used a moisturizer containing no sodium laurel sulphate or mineral oil and this time they found that there was no increase in the rate of skin cancer in the mice.

So perhaps now you’re starting to see why I’m suggesting that moisturizers with sodium lauryl sulphate can put you at risk of skin cancer and maybe you’re beginning to consider buying a natural moisturizer next time you’re looking for skin care products.

Or perhaps your even wondering about whether you should throw out the moisturizer that you may have used today.

It’s sad to say but there are many chemical and petrochemical ingredients such as sodium lauryl sulphate mineral oil used in so many of the big brand-name anti aging skin care products that you may take for granted and use every day. There are excellent and very safe natural ingredients which are well known to make excellent natural moisturizers. For example there are many oils from fruits and nuts which work well as natural moisturizers. But the big brand-name companies rarely use these because chemicals like sodium lauryl sulphate are much cheaper.

And there are some outstanding natural moisturizers on the market. They use ingredients which are known to be safe and will not put you at risk of skin cancer. One company in particular makes an outstanding range of natural skin care products and chances are you’ve never even heard of it. None of their products contain sodium lauryl sulphate or any other known harmful ingredients.

It’s time to junk those big name anti aging skin care products which use cheap chemical ingredients that put your health at risk. And it’s time to look for natural alternatives such as high quality natural moisturizers which work well and do not put you at risk of skin cancer.

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Sound Effects For Your Music Production

Posted in Entertainment on November 30th, 2009 by Mickey Roukeayeal – Be the first to comment

Cutoff frequency / Cutoff point. At this point a filter comes into play and starts to affect the sound. This decides what part of the frequency range the filter works on.

Attenuation. This reduces the target frequencies.

Level / Gain. It allows you to cut ( attenuate ) or boost ( amplify ) a collection of frequencies.

Bandwidth / Q / Resonance / stress / peak. The filter effects the range of frequencies either side of the cutoff point and measured in Hertz, so it relates to frequency. it might be more useful if it was measured in octaves.

The five different EQ types are :

Fixed EQ. This is typically a single control like Treble or Bass. A mixer might have Low ( bass ) and High ( treble ) EQ controls. The cutoff frequency here is fixed and you control the quantity of cut or boost.

Graphic EQ. The frequency ranges are fixed divided into a collection of bands to make cut and augment individually. Each row of sliders control a particular frequency band. They are common on hello fi systems. It also stands alone studio devices and can be found in software. Nevertheless, you can technically divide the range into any amount of bands, everyday divisions on hardware units are 15 and 31 covering two thirds and 1/3 of an octave ranges respectively.

Parametric EQ. With parametric EQ you change the frequency of the bands. It has often three or 4 bands, each with three controls – cutoff frequency, bandwidth and level, permitting you to use explicit frequencies inside a particularly tight range.

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Paragraphic EQ. This is a sort of super-parametic EQ. It blurs the line between graphic and parametric. It offers many bands like a graphic, but with user-definable frequency bands like a parametric ; however , as this will become quite complicated, they also have a tendency to have highly-graphic interfaces to look at precisely what frequencies are being affected.

Sweeping / Semi-parametric EQ. This is the middle between a fixed EQ and a full parametric EQ – while the bandwidth is fixed, you can control the centre frequency ( the cutoff point ). It’s common to several mixers. Typically, you can find fixed high and low EQ with a sweepable mid range control.

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A To-Do List In The Event That Your Apple Device Stops Working

Posted in Technology on November 30th, 2009 by Connor Sullivan – Be the first to comment

Some people get very attached to their technology and when it stops working there is a serious problem because unique files are on that piece of technology or entire music collections are downloaded on it, for example. It can be really annoying also, because many people do not know how to fix technology since it is so specialized. If your iphone screen breaks for some reason or you need new ipod parts it is imperative that you know exactly what to do in order to get everything fixed properly, with as little recovery of files as needed. In this article, you will find the steps that should be taken if technology that you purchased is not operating properly:

1. Research online what your problem may be by looking up customer reviews or other consumer dissatisfaction postings on the internet. Most of the time, others have had similar problems and have printed on the internet how their issue was resolved. You should also read about how customers feel or rate each company may try to get to fix your product. If the customer satisfaction ratings are low for a specific private company, you would probably want to pick another location to go to take your piece of technology.

2. Decide where you think would best to take your piece of technology to be fixed. There are numerous individuals who like to go directly to the store where they got their item, while others like to try a private company that specializes in just fixing their product. A positive about going back to the store where you got your item is that they normally have the most readily available parts, however, it can take an extremely long time to get your item back because usually customers do not have to pay for the service to have their item fixed by the store where the item was purchased. A private company can be a wise decision because since you are paying for the service they will try to get your product back to you as quickly as possible. Also, since these private companies are usually specialists in their field, they will most likely be very knowledgeable about your product.

3. Once you have decided where you will take your product to get mended, you then need to make sure you understand what the people who are fixing it are going to do and when they will have it back to you. If you are not sure what the people who are fixing your product are doing, you may not know how to work it in the future or they may not fix the problem properly and something could go wrong again. You need to know what went wrong with your device, so you can check the work after the people you are hire are finished with it.

It is important to keep in mind that you do not have to have your product fixed at the place first decide on if you feel they are trying to cheat you or if you feel they do not know what they are talking about. If this occurs, simply do some more searching on the internet and try somewhere else.

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Buying The Right HDTV For You

Posted in Entertainment on November 29th, 2009 by Anna J Sussman – Be the first to comment

One thing is certain – HDTV’s are not going anywhere. Now days the price range can be anywhere from $200 up to tens of thousands. When you are considering spending that amount of money you want to research the product and find reviews that are not slanted. You may really like the sales staff at the local electronics store; however, you can often find very good deals on HDTV sets online, if you know what to watch for. There are several bits of information you need to know when choosing an HDTV such as the resolution, contrast ratio, input types, what are the viewing angles and what type overall you need or want. This may all sound a bit confusing or overwhelming, but take heart, that is what we are here for! By the time, you are done reading you will understand the jargon and be able to choose the perfect television.

In most areas of the country, people will have digital cable or a satellite television provider. As a general rule both of these offer HD channel lineups, and you will want to check with them about the programming. There are several major digital cable companies including Comcast, Cox, Time Warner Cable and Charter that carry most if not all of the HD programming channels. From the satellite side you have a choice of Dish Network or DirecTV and they offer several high definition options. Generally speaking, your cable or satellite television provider will offer you most if not all of the HD channels currently on the market; however it is a good idea to check with your company just to be certain, particularly if you are considering an HDTV purchase.

When you finally have your high definition channels lined out from your satellite or cable TV provider you will want to decide on whether you want an LED, LCD, Plasma or projection screen television. The rear projection type television is the oldest technology available that also has high definition. As a rule, you will probably want to stay away from rear projection as the resolution, contrast ratio and viewing angle is below current technology standards. However if you are working on a very strict budget, a rear projection is an easy way to experience high def to some degree. For those who have a little more leeway in the finance department the LCD is a good option in HDTV sets. The range of LCD HDTV’s is wide but if you want a very good picture, you will want to go with 1080p, or true HD television, and avoid 720p. This designation refers directly to your screen resolution and therefore picture quality. You will find some sets that support 1080i and though it is better than 720p, it is still not the best. The “i” refers to interlaced resolution and the problem is it is not as clear or smooth as the 1080p progressive scan units are. Again, this can come down to a financial determination; if the money is right, a 1080i is not a bad idea. Plasma was the crme de le crme of the HDTV market for some time. They were the first televisions that made people sit up and pay attention to the idea of high def. When these sets were first released they were priced quite high, however over time and thanks to competition, the prices have come way down. The LCD and plasma both have their supporters and for the most part, it will come down to personal choice. The latest technology on the block when it comes to HDTV is LED. An LED television actually uses the LCD platform but uses LED lighting. This reduces energy consumption and boosts color range and contrast ratio. These televisions are still quite expensive and are targeted at those who are interested in keeping up with all the latest gadgets. To date an LED offers the best picture quality and slimmest design you can purchase.

You are getting close to making your final decision on your new HDTV set, now it is time to check out the small features that will make you love your set. The most important aspect at this point in the game is the television connections. Each household will vary on what they need, however you will likely find you want pc connections, HDMI, and audio video inputs and outputs. The next item on the agenda is to examine the sets viewing angles, this is a measurement of how far to the side you can sit or stand and still be able to see a clear picture on the TV. When it comes time to organize or rearrange your living room, you will be glad you paid attention to this feature. Lastly, you should look at the models listed contrast ratio, this is the comparison of the dark black and light white of your set, the larger the number the better in most cases. Be forewarned though that manufacturers all have different methods for determining this ratio and so you will want to see the set in action. Avoid the sets that have dull grey looking blacks or dingy whites.

The marketing hype can be confusing, but even with it HDTV sets are truly amazing. Increased technology and demand have brought prices down to a reasonable level, allowing you to easily find a huge HDTV for under $1500. The only time you will have a problem is if you are uninformed, you may wind up with washed out color or low-resolution picture. If you pay, attention to the advice given above you should be fine when you head to the electronics or online store. Once you have a HDTV comfortably ensconced in your home it will change your television viewing forever.

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The Infinite Watchability of High School

Posted in Entertainment on November 29th, 2009 by Myer Thompson – Be the first to comment

It’s fair to say most people did not like their high school experience. It wasn’t at all fun or fabulous or even musical. That’s why we’re all suckers for a great high school movie. It’s a genre for a reason. It boils down the society we live in to a microcosm we can scrutinize. The class structure, the networking, the in-crowd — it’s all about living and loving and losing in 21st Century America.

We miserable graduates tended to keep our heads down and eyes on the prize of getting out. Those who enjoyed those four years were the same people who enjoyed being “cool” or “hip.” It’s like our everyday world. For most of us — that is, 90% of the population — we just get by. For the 10% at the top, life is a complete joy filled with great clothes, great looks, and great times.

Naturally, when we get a chance to vicariously relive our restless youth, we jump at it. Show me the worst high school movie, and I’ll show you a film that will make most people stop what they’re doing and watch as the nerd finally lands the beauty queen or the bully gets beaten up. I don’t care how bad the film is — if it promises to flip the reality of high school on its head, it’ll play — and play big.

This explains how a movie like HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL could become the phenomenon it became. It plays against type, brings together people from different economic and social classes, and then slathers on the music. We’re all suckers for high school movies — but we’re also suckers for a jazzy musical. Blend the two and look out!

It was like watching a revolution — on TV no less! It was the only movie that did so well as a made-for-TV movie that it spawned a theatrical sequel. What franchise does that? Well, there is the X-FILES, I suppose. But, like the adventures of Moulder and Scully, the triumphs of Troy and Gabriella are hard to resist and infinitely watchable.

Revive your dorky days, only better and without the bullying, with HIGH SCHOOL MOVIE.