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Before making a purchase on an e-commerce site, make sure that the URL starts with “HTTPS”, not “HTTP.” That all important “S” stands for “secure,” according to Experian, and it means that all communications between your browser and the website are encrypted… as they should be to protect your information.—Lauren Cahn
Gaan kyk na ‘n appelboom. Daar kan tot soveel as vyf honderd appels aan so ‘n boom wees, elk met tien sade in die kern. Dit is ‘n klomp sade vir een so boom. Mens kan maklik vra, “Hoekom het mens so baie sade nodig om te verseker dat ‘n paar ekstra appelbome sal opkom?” Die natuur het iets om ons te leer. Dit vertel ons: “Baie sade groei nooit nie. Dus as jy wil hê dat iets moet gebeur, moet jy beslis bereid wees om meer as een keer te probeer.” Dit mag beteken: Jy sal twintig onderhoude bywoon om een werk te kry. Jy sal met veertig mense onderhoude voer om een goeie werknemer te kry. Jy sal met vyftig mense praat om aan hulle ‘n huis, ‘n motor, ‘n polis of ‘n idée te verkoop. En jy sal honderd kennisse ontmoet om een spesiale vriend te vind. Wanneer ons die “Wet van die Natuur” verstaan sal ons nie so maklik teleurgestel word nie. Ons sal ophou om soos slagoffers te voel. Die wet van die natuur is nie iets wat persoonlik opgeneem moet word nie. Ons moet dit net verstaan en daarmee saamwerk. In ‘n neutedop Suksesvolle mense faal meer dikwels. Hulle plant meer saad.
“It is our attitude at the beginning of a difficult task which, more than anything else, will affect its successful outcome” - William James 2
Think Twice Before Starting a Sentence With “To Be Honest….” Catherine Holecko Don’t undermine your message, or your relationships, with this instant conversationkiller. Also watch out for: “To tell you the truth,” “Honestly,” and “Can I be honest?” TBH is a red flag for your listeners because it makes them wonder: Are you just now starting to tell the truth? Was everything you previously stated a big old lie? “When we add a preface, or we feel we need to add something after we’ve made a statement, it could appear as not credible,” says Julie Blais Comeau, the chief etiquette officer at EtiquetteJulie.com. “Take ownership of what you’re saying. Just state it, instead of adding an introduction or an afterthought.” 3
BESTANDDELE: • 1 x 200 g-pakkie klapperkoekies • 100 g (110 ml) botter, gesmelt • 500 ml duk Griekse jogurt • 1 x 385 g blik kondensmelk • 5 ml vanieljegeursel • 100 g witsjokoladesplinters • Sap en gerasperde skil van 2 suurlemoene • Versiersuiker vir oorsif • Witsjokoladesous van jou keuse METODE: Plaas koekies in voedselverwerker en pols by hoë spoed tot fyn. Voeg botter by en meng tot klam mengsel vorm. Voer mikrogolfbestande broodpan van 20 x 14 cm se bodem met bakpapier uit en spuit pan goed met kleefwerende kossproei. Voer pan se bodem uit met koekiemengsel. Meng res van bestanddele saam en gooi op kors in broodpan. Plaas in mikrogolfoond en verhit 8 minute op hoog. Laat afkoel tot kamertemperatuur en plaas in yskas vir 4 – 6 uur. Keer uit op opdienbord en sif versiersuiker oor. Sit voor met witsjokoladesous van jou keuse.
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WHAT IS A KETO DIET? A keto diet is well known for being a low carb diet, where the body produces ketones in the liver to be used as energy. It’s referred to as many different names – ketogenic diet, low carb diet, low carb high fat (LCHF), etc. When you eat something high in carbs, your body will produce glucose and insulin. • •
Glucose is the easiest molecule for your body to convert and use as energy so that it will be chosen over any other energy source. Insulin is produced to process the glucose in your bloodstream by taking it around the body.
Since the glucose is being used as a primary energy, your fats are not needed and are therefore stored. Typically on a normal, higher carbohydrate diet, the body will use glucose as the main form of energy. By lowering the intake of carbs, the body is induced into a state known as ketosis. Ketosis is a natural process the body initiates to help us survive when food intake is low. During this state, we produce ketones, which are produced from the breakdown of fats in the liver. The end goal of a properly maintained keto diet is to force your body into this metabolic state. We don’t do this through starvation of calories but starvation of carbohydrates. Our bodies are incredibly adaptive to what you put into it – when you overload it with fats and take away carbohydrates, it will begin to burn ketones as the primary energy source. Optimal ketone levels offer many health, weight loss, physical and mental performance benefits. BENEFITS OF A KETOGENIC DIET There are numerous benefits that come with being on keto: from weight loss and increased energy levels to therapeutic medical applications. Most anyone can safely benefit from eating a low-carb, high-fat diet. Weight Loss The ketogenic diet essentially uses your body fat as an energy source – so there are obvious weight loss benefits. On keto, your insulin (the fat storing hormone) levels drop greatly which turns your body into a fat burning machine. Scientifically, the ketogenic diet has shown better results compared to low-fat and highcarb diets; even in the long term. Many people incorporate MCT Oil into their diet (it increases ketone production and fat loss) by drinking bulletproof coffee in the morning. Control Blood Sugar Keto naturally lowers blood sugar levels due to the type of foods you eat. Studies even show that the ketogenic diet is a more effective way to manage and prevent diabetes compared to low-calorie diets. If you’re pre-diabetic or have Type II diabetes, you should seriously consider a ketogenic diet. There are many people that have had success with their blood sugar control on keto. Mental Focus Many people use the ketogenic diet specifically for the increased mental performance. Ketones are a great source of fuel for the brain. When you lower carb intake, you avoid big spikes in blood sugar. Together, this can result in improved focus and concentration. Studies show that an increased intake of fatty acids can have impacting benefits to our brain’s function. Increased Energy & Normalized Hunger By giving your body a better and more reliable energy source, you will feel more energized during the day. Fats are shown to be the most effective molecule to burn as fuel. On top of that, fat is naturally more satisfying and ends up leaving us in a satiated (“full”) state for longer. Epilepsy The ketogenic diet has been used since the early 1900’s to treat epilepsy successfully. It is still one of the most widely used therapies for children who have uncontrolled epilepsy today. One of the main benefits of the ketogenic diet and epilepsy is that it allows fewer medications to be used while still offering excellent control. In the last few years, studies have also shown significant results in adults treated with keto as well. Cholesterol & Blood Pressure A keto diet has shown to improve triglyceride levels and cholesterol levels most associated with arterial buildup. More specifically low-carb, high-fat diets show a dramatic increase in HDL and decrease in LDL particle concentration compared to low-fat diets. Many studies on low-carb diets show better improvement in blood pressure over other diets. Some blood pressure issues are associated with excess weight, which is a bonus since keto tends to lead to weight loss. Insulin Resistance Insulin resistance can lead to type II diabetes if left unmanaged. An abundant amount of research shows that a low carb, ketogenic diet can help people lower their insulin levels to healthy ranges. Even if you’re athletic, you can benefit from insulin optimization on keto through eating foods high in omega-3 fatty acids. Acne It’s common to experience improvements in your skin when you switch to a ketogenic diet. One study shows drops in lesions and skin inflammation when switching to a low-carb diet. Another study shows a probable connection between high-carb eating and increased acne, so it’s likely that keto can help. For acne, it may be beneficial to reduce dairy intake and follow a strict skin cleaning regimen. More about the KETO JOURNEY in next week’s edition
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What You Should Never Do With Your Left Hand Lauren Cahn
PASSING OBJECTS IN INDIA In India, the left hand is hand associated with personal hygiene—and that includes putting on and taking off your shoes. It’s also considered generally impure. That’s why you should never use it to pass an item—be it the salt and pepper shaker or a business card—to another person. In fact, some people in India will refuse to accept an object that’s been passed using the left hand. 8
By Kristen Stephenson
VIDEO: https://youtu.be/2Qkno4zPxaY Just in time for the Hanukkah season, Estate Diamond Jewelery in New York City has articulately crafted the world’s most valuable dreidel. Valued at $70,000, the custom-designed piece took four months to create and features the traditional Hebrew symbols of Nun, Gimmel, Hey, and Shin (all diamond-encrusted of course). Those who handle this precious artifact might want to avoid spinning it too hard – seeing as the tip of the dreidel is a 4.20-carat diamond. While it certainly resembles the look of a standard dreidel, it’s actually considerably larger with the body alone resembling the size of a business card. Upright, it stands at 10.8 cm off the ground. Constructed entirely of 18k gold, the smaller lettering is made with 18k white gold and has 222 modern round brilliant diamonds inlaid into the symbols. Estate Diamond Jewelry is a business that has collected rare and vintage engagement rings for over 40 years – and their long-standing history and prized collection sparked the initial idea for creating the lavish piece.
“The inspiring message of Chanukah has always resonated with us and we love whimsical jewelry, so naturally, we have always tried to get our hands on an important antique dreidel to add to the collection.” Prior to making the dreidel, creators searched through hundreds of designs to find the perfect look for their final product but ended up following the artistic style of Art Deco. “The indented edges of the faces, the sharp diagonal lines of the pavilion, and the straight top are strong themes of the Art Deco Era. The final design was heavily inspired by the Chrysler Building - which is only a few blocks away from our showroom.” As dreidels are typically played with during Hanukkah, this shining, glittering piece ties in perfectly with the holiday which symbolizes a celebration of light. Historically, Jewish children used the dreidel both as a game as well as a way to learn symbols and lettering of the Torah. Now, it’s a fun way to bond with others during the holiday festivities.
This occasion marks the first time that Diamond Estate Jewelery has earned a Guinness World Records title, but they might have their sights set on more in the future. “We had no idea how fun this journey would be. It has been a very high honor receiving this record title. It has been one of our greatest accomplishments in 2019.”
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A WORD OR PHRASE SMART PEOPLE DON’T USE Catherine Holecko
“WHATEVER!” If you’re smart, or at least want to sound intelligent, remember that some things are better left unsaid. Saying “whatever” or “I don’t care,” even in a pleasant tone, makes you sound less than smart because it implies that you don’t have any thoughts at all. Nothing intelligent about that! Even if you’re just trying to go with the flow, you can still contribute to the discussion. If you have an opinion, share it politely. If you truly aren’t sure about something, ask questions and seek more information until you can give a thoughtful, useful response. 11
1.3 Million Reasons Lauren Cahn In January of 1997, a California woman filed for divorce after 25 years of what her husband believed had been a happy marriage. The real reason didn’t come out until two years later. On Dec. 28, 1996, just 11 days before she filed for divorce, the wife had won $1.3 million in the California Lottery. Thereafter, she took various actions to keep the money all to herself, including filing for divorce. When the truth came out, a Los Angeles family court judge ruled that the woman had violated state asset disclosure laws and awarded every cent of her lottery winnings to her exhusband. 12
Monique Warner Find out the benefits of planting spekboom, an indigenous succulent, in your garden. Whether you call it spekboom, elephant’s food or pork bush, this incredible plant with its bright green, circular leaves should be planted in every South African / Namibian garden (and maybe even every garden around the world). Here’s why. It improves the quality of the air we breathe and helps fight climate change Spekboom (aka Portulacaria afra) is a succulent that helps fight air pollution. It has the ability to ‘sequester’ or capture four to ten tons of carbon per hectare! Essentially, it acts as a carbon sponge, absorbing carbon from the atmosphere and turning it into plant matter. Excess carbon in the atmosphere is responsible for global warming, so the more carbon we can remove from the air and return to the ground, the better. Spekboom is a proudly South African plant Spekboom is indigenous to the Eastern Cape where South African elephants consider the plant a delicacy.
It’s water wise No time to water your garden? Spekboom is a waterwise plant that’s ideal for low-maintenance gardens. This drought-resistant plant can survive on just 250350mm of water a year! Suitable for all seasons and weather conditions Spekboom has a photosynthetic mechanism which allows it to adapt to both rainforest-like conditions and semi-arid conditions, making it incredibly adaptable and suited to almost any garden.
Even better, Spekboom is easy to grow Spekboom is easily propagated, which is great news for budget gardeners. Simply cut or break off a piece of a spekboom, let it dry out for one or two days and then stick it in the ground. Give it a little water every few days and you’ll soon have a new spekboom plant of your own. Make sure you don’t give it too much water or it will rot. Spekboom is a really versatile plant Whether you are looking for a plant that can be turned into a hedge or a bonsai, or used as groundcover or a large bush, spekboom can do it all. It responds well to pruning and grows densely, making it an excellent, hardy screen or hedge. Some varieties grow low to the ground and others reach as high as 2 metres! You can even eat Spekboom We’re not suggesting you chow down on a plate of spekboom, but it is edible and apparently has a light, citrussy flavour. If you ever find yourself hiking through the Karoo, you can suck on a leaf – they are traditionally used to treat exhaustion and dehydration. 13
POTTY TALK “Here,” says the nurse, handing the patient a urine specimen container. “The bathroom’s over there.” A few minutes later, the patient comes out of the bathroom. “Thanks,” he says, returning the empty container. “But there was a toilet in there, so I didn’t need this after all.”—Travis Stork, MD, Nashville, Tennessee 14
MATERIAL NEEDED • Sand in various colors • Glass vases in various sizes • Glass votive candles • Funnel • Wooden skewer • Spoon • Colored Sand: Buy or DIY? You can find decorative sand at your local craft store; the kids' crafts section will have bright, saturated colors, while the floral section will have more neutral hues. You can also dye your own sand using food coloring. INSTRUCTIONS: Pour your first layer of sand into the vase. Don't worry about making the layers even or uniform — in fact, uneven layers will look more interesting in the end. Continue layering sand in various colors. Use a spoon or your fingers to create ridges and valleys in the sand. Once you've added several layers of sand, place your votive candle in the center of the vase. You want the rim of the candle to sit about half an inch below the rim of the vase. Using a funnel, continue pouring sand around the candle. Stop when the top layer of sand sits about half an inch below the rim of the candle. You can leave your layers as they are, or use a wooden skewer to create patterns in the sand. Insert the skewer vertically into the sand as close to the side of the vase as possible, then pull it out. Repeat around the entire vase for a chevron-like pattern. Display Them These candles look best when grouped together. Make several in various sizes and colors and play around with different arrangements until you find one you like.
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A Habit That Actually Reveal a Lot About Your Personality Hana Hong THE WAY YOU ROLL TOILET PAPER You can read volumes into an innocent hair pull, a handshake, or a seemingly insignificant fashion choice. Here’s what the behavior experts say. The debate about the “right way” to hang your TP has raged nearly since the roller’s invention. However, therapist Gilda Carle, PhD, claims that she can learn about your personality through your preference on this matter. She surveyed 2,000 men and women about whether they hang their toilet paper in the overhand or underhand position. She also asked her volunteers to fill out questionnaires that would probe how assertive they were—on a scale of 1 to 10—in their relationships. Dr. Carle’s results suggest that those who prefer the overhand method are more dominant, while the underhanders tend to be more submissive. (Some extremely dominant types even admitted to switching the paper direction in other bathrooms they visited.) “What first began as a fun exercise actually turned into an accurate assessment tool. While it adds humor to the conversation, it also provides insight on your compatibility with a prospective partner,” Carle tells the Independent. 16
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A Cool Fact About What You Use Every Day Lela Nargi
PILLOWS Sure, most of us now choose a fluffy or firm fabric rectangle stuffed with feathers or cotton to rest our heads on when it’s time for slumber. But in many ancient cultures, pillows were tall pedestals made of wood, stone, or ceramic. Comfort wasn’t their objective, according to Michael Acton Smith in The Magic of Sleep—keeping bugs out of your mouth was. Pillows of the extremely firm variety were also once thought to impart brain- and spirit-related benefits. For example, three millennia ago, the Chinese believed jade pillows would boost intelligence. And Egyptians believed that you might be visited by evil spirits as you dreamed, so pillows of marble and ivory were intricately carved with protective images of the gods. 18
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