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40 things men over 40 need to know about their health
As you age through your 40s, your risk of high blood pressure increases. Younger men do also get hypertension - just at lower rates. In order to prevent high blood pressure, it's important to engage in healthy lifestyle habits such as not smoking and exercising regularly. Your diet also plays a role in your blood pressure risk. It's best to limit foods rich with sodium and eat more nutrient-dense foods that are associated with a lower risk. Additionally, make sure to get regular blood pressure screenings.istockphoto.com
You should quit smoking
It's never too late to quit smoking. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are benefits to quitting at any age. Quitting smoking lowers your risk of heart disease, stroke, narrowing blood vessels, cancer, respiratory distress, and fatal lung diseases.istockphoto.com
You're at higher risk of prostate issues
In your 40s, you begin to have an increased risk of prostate issues such as an enlarged prostate gland or prostate cancer. As men get older, it's common to experience benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or enlargement of the prostate gland. BPH is typically asymptomatic in its early states, so it's important to regularly visit your doctor to check up on the issue. If left untreated, BPH can result in painful or blocked urination, as well as a higher risk of cancer.istockphoto.com
You could experience erectile dysfunction
Men at any age can experience erectile dysfunction. But the risk significantly increases as you get older. According to the Urology Care Foundation, erectile dysfunction is the sex problem most commonly reported by men. Nearly 30 million men are affected, with risk factors including everything from drug use to heart trouble. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle to avoid conditions such as diabetes and heart disease could help reduce your risk.istockphoto.com
You can prevent infertility
It's not just women who need to keep age in mind when thinking about fertility. Men's age affects couples' ability to succeed as well. After a man turns 40, it takes longer for him and his partner to conceive. There are lifestyle and diet habits that may increase your chances of being able to have a baby in the future. Cutting back on alcohol, getting proper nutrition, and limiting your exposure to pollutants and chemicals are a few examples. Additionally, you may want to quit these habits that may actually harm your sperm count.istockphoto.com
Your risk of heart disease increases
According to the National Institutes of Health, aging can cause certain changes in the heart and blood vessels. Some of these changes, such as fatty deposits building up on artery walls, can contribute to a great risk of heart disease. Ensure you are living a heart-healthy lifestyle by eating foods with nutritional value for your heart health, as well as exercising regularly and taking steps to reduce stress.istockphoto.com
You may experience balding
Every hair follicle has a life cycle, and as you age, some of your follicles may die or fail to work as effectively. Every person's hair growth slows with age. Depending on a myriad of factors including genetics and medical conditions, some people experience a more dramatic slowing of hair growth or have hair growth that stops completely.istockphoto.com
Joint pain is more likely
While some people do experience arthritis in their 30s, the condition becomes much more common in your 40s and 50s. There are two types of arthritis: rheumatoid arthritis, caused by swelling and inflammation of the joints, and osteoarthritis, caused by wear and tear of cartilage.istockphoto.com
Exercise helps preserve brain health
You might not think of your brain first when you think about why you should exercise, but physical activity plays a huge role in preventing cognitive decline. According to neurologists, it's one of the best things you can do to prevent Alzheimer's and dementia. Here are a few exercise tips specifically for people in their 40s if you're nervous to get started!istockphoto.com
Your metabolism will slow down
Metabolism naturally slows down as you get older. This is part of what probably contributes to natural weight gain associated with aging. There isn't much you can do to prevent it, but you can try to limit how much you engage in these habits that slow your metabolism even further.istockphoto.com
You shouldn't cut dairy
Going dairy-free might seem like a healthy choice, but unless you're lactose intolerant there's really no need. And if you're in your 40s, omitting dairy products could do more harm than good. Your bone mass reaches its peak when you turn 30. If you skimp on dairy products such as cheese and yogurt, you could miss out on calcium that could benefit your bones, putting you at greater risk for osteoporosis and joint pain. Dairy also contains a good amount of vitamin D, which can keep your skin, hair, and overall mood healthy as you age. Before you quit dairy, read up on what it really does to your body to make this diet change.istockphoto.com
You should read more often
In addition to being an enjoyable and fulfilling leisure activity, reading is really good for your health, too. According to a study published in the journal Neurology, engaging in cognitive activities such as reading helps to slow cognitive decline. Another study showed that activities such as reading, puzzles, or chess make you 2.5 times less likely to develop Alzheimer's. So read a newspaper or pick up a book - whatever medium you like to read, consider doing so more often.istockphoto.com
You shouldn't cut carbs
Fiber is an absolute must for anyone over 40. Studies suggest that eating enough fiber can produce a small but important reduction in cholesterol levels, which is important because your cholesterol is already more likely to increase as you age. Soluble fibers are often consumed alongside carbs - whole grains such as bread, pasta, and oats, for example, are rich in both. In addition to digestive issues, there are other significant effects of quitting carbs that you should consider.istockphoto.com
Sleep is really important
Sleep is of critical importance when it comes to your health. Sleep-deprivation affects everything from your mental health to your heart health. As you get older, prioritize getting the recommended amount of sleep every night. According to the National Sleep Foundation, your sleep patterns will change naturally as you age. Older adults are more prone to sleep-related conditions such as insomnia, sleep apnea, and an inability to feel rested after sleep.istockphoto.com
You should spend more time with other people
Yes it's important to cook healthy meals and make time for the gym; but your social life is one of the most underrated aspects of living a healthy lifestyle. Research shows there are huge health benefits to spending time with people you care about and, conversely, there are huge health risks to being lonely as you age. According to a study from 2012, loneliness increased risk of death by 12 percent.istockphoto.com
You should learn about heart attack symptoms
You've probably heard of chest pain as a symptom - but what about the others? Heart attack symptoms can be subtle at first and the earlier you realize a heart attack is hitting, the better. Men and women have different symptoms. But some you may want to note are shortness of breath, nausea, heart palpitations, and sweating. If you experience all or some of these at once, especially with accompanying chest pain, there is reason to be alarmed and call a doctor.istockphoto.com
You should try to eat balanced meals
This is true at any age, but nutrition is of critical importance as you get older. Nutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins, and fats are essential for your body's daily functioning. Eating nutritionally balanced meals means eating meals that have all three of these nutrients. Take care to eat enough protein to support healthy cell growth and fats to help your brain. Additionally, pairing carbohydrates with these other macronutrients can help keep your blood sugar at bay.istockphoto.com
You shouldn't rely on supplements
Vitamins and supplements can be a good way to add a little extra to your diet, but you shouldn't rely on them entirely. Supplements are not carefully regulated by the Food and Drug Administration - and the vitamins and minerals you need can easily be added to your diet by eating nutritious foods instead.istockphoto.com
You shouldn't opt for egg whites
The yolk is the most nutrient-dense part of an egg. It's true that you don't want to overdo it on cholesterol or put your heart at risk by eating too much saturated fat, so if you eat more than a couple eggs each day, this could be a risk. But research shows that one or two eggs in a day won't have those negative effects. In fact, eggs are nutrient-dense and have many health benefits when eaten in moderate amounts. Some studies show that eating an egg every day may actually prevent heart disease. So bring on the yolks!istockphoto.com
Exercise is important for your joints and bones
Studies have shown that arthritis is directly correlated with a lack of physical exercise or activity. Making sure you engage in regular exercise can help prevent arthritis as you age, though it's not a guarantee.istockphoto.com
Your immune system gets weaker
As you age, your immune system goes through some changes. This may result in your immune system becoming weaker. According to a review published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, your body produces fewer B and T cells in your bone marrow. These cells are crucial for immune system functioning. The decline in immunity can make a person over 40 more susceptible to illness and increase the severity of infections.istockphoto.com
You need to floss
Gum disease most often occurs for people in their 30s and 40s. Though the evidence is a little shaky, some studies suggest that flossing can help lower your risk.istockphoto.com
You should get your skin checked
The sun can cause skin damage over time. Have a doctor check your skin for any abnormal marks. If you can, you want to catch melanoma early so that it doesn't worsen and spread.istockphoto.com
Small aches and pains can still be serious
Don't ignore a slight discomfort or unusual pain. It may not seem like a big deal, but some small symptoms can actually signal a serious health problem. Though you may not be well versed in every illness to be on the lookout for, your doctor can help you either interpret what's going on or reassure you that the symptom is benign.istockphoto.com
You will lose collagen
You probably will notice that your skin starts to wrinkle as you get older. This is in part due to a loss of collagen in your skin cells. Collagen is a protein that maintains elasticity and strength of your skin. When protected from environmental stressors such as UV light, collagen will last for longer. Take good care of your skin by using sunscreen and limiting heavy exposure to sunlight.istockphoto.com
Your skin becomes thinner
In addition to losing collagen, your skin will actually become thinner as you age. This is because the number of cells you produce declines. Thinning skin can result in you being cut or blistered more easily.istockphoto.com
Fats are an important part of your diet
Ditch the old misconception that fats make you fat. In actuality, fat is a crucial nutrient that benefits your body in a number of ways. Cutting fats from your diet can put your brain at greater risk and have other negative consequences to your health. Healthy fats are contained in many foods including fatty fish, oils, nuts, and seeds.istockphoto.com
Your vision might worsen
Many people do not experience any change in their vision as they age. But others might notice a decline. The most common causes of vision decline in older adults are age-related macular degeneration, cataract, diabetic retinopathy, dry eye, glaucoma, and low vision. All of these conditions can be caught early with an eye exam. As you approach 50, consider seeing an eye doctor to get them checked.istockphoto.com
Your hearing might worsen
Most people will experience some level of hearing loss as they get older. Though the risk in your 40s is much lower, at ages 65 to 74 the chance of hearing loss is over 30 percent. Some hearing loss may be unpreventable, but excessive exposure to loud noise can worsen the condition. Additionally, heart disease and high blood pressure are linked to worse hearing outcomes over the long term according to the National Institutes of Health.istockphoto.com
You have a higher risk of stroke
Your risk of stroke increases with age, doubling every decade after you turn 45 according to some studies. To cut your risk of stroke, maintain heart-healthy habits such as regular exercise and eating a nutritious diet.istockphoto.com
You are at risk for kidney stones
The peak age for risk of kidney stones is 30 - but if you've had a kidney stone, the risk of experiencing another within the following 5 to 7 years is much higher. Kidney stones can be painful and have no singular cause. However, you can reduce your risk by staying hydrated, limiting your sodium intake, and taking care not to eat excess sugar.istockphoto.com
Your hormone levels change
Starting at age 30, men start to produce less testosterone over time. This can result in a decreased interest in sex, fatigue, depression, and muscle weakness. Some people opt to treat low testosterone with hormone therapy. However, other men don't experience severe enough symptoms to desire treatment.istockphoto.com
Your hair could turn gray
When you start to go gray is affected by a few things, including genetics. So your gray hair may not be preventable. However, other influences such as stress, smoking, and a nutritionally-deficient diet can also increase your risk. According to a study published in the journal Clinical Interventions in Aging, by age 50, 50 percent of people have up to half a head of gray hair.istockphoto.com
Hangovers will feel worse
It's not your imagination - your hangovers really do get worse as you get older. Alcohol is metabolized in the liver. However, as you age your liver becomes bigger and less efficient; this can worsen the effect of a hangover, or at least make alcohol much harder to handle. But you may want to cut back on the booze in your 40s anyway. The National Institute on Aging warns that heavy drinking can lead to cancer, liver damage, immune system disorders, and brain damage. Drinking too much over time can also worsen health conditions most common in older adults including osteoporosis, diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, ulcers, memory loss, and mood disorders.istockphoto.com
It's important to limit stress
Consider adding some form of stress relief or stress management tactic to your routine. Stress can have debilitative effects over time, resulting in a higher risk of heart conditions and other health problems. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, long-term stress can contribute to diabetes, high blood pressure, depression, and anxiety.istockphoto.com
You should get testing for cholesterol
Research shows that having high cholesterol in your 30s and 40s can up your chances of heart disease, increasing by nearly 40 percent with each decade. There are diet and lifestyle changes that can help keep cholesterol down or even lower it over time. Get your cholesterol checked by your doctor. If you do need to take steps to lower your cholesterol, your doctor will be able to help.istockphoto.com
You're at risk of osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is often asymptomatic at first, meaning that a diagnosis may take you by surprise. The disease can occur when the body loses bone mass, produces too little bone mass, or both. As a result, fractures occur more easily. To help support your bones and prevent osteoporosis, be sure to eat foods with the nutrients your body needs to build strong bones.istockphoto.com
Antioxidants are important
Antioxidants are some of your greatest allies when it comes to preventing negative health effects that often come with aging. Prevention of cancer and other diseases can be bolstered by adding antioxidants to your diet. These compounds protect and support healthy cells. Foods rich with antioxidants include many fruits and vegetables, though other foods contain them, as well.istockphoto.com
Mental health is important
Don't underestimate the importance of mental health! Poor mental health can actually lead to many physiological effects. According to the National Institutes of Mental Health, people with depression are at higher risk of other medical conditions including, but not limited to, Alzheimer's disease, heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Prioritize your mental health and take care to see a therapist or other mental health professional if you are struggling.istockphoto.com
You're at greater risk of Type 2 diabetes
Statistics from the 2017 National Diabetes Statistics Report showed that while 3 million new Type 2 diabetes diagnoses were made in 2015 for people ages 18-45, there were 10.7 million new Type 2 diabetes diagnoses in people ages 45-64. Your risk increases with age; it's never too early to start making dietary choices that could reduce your risk.
More From The Active Times:
40 Things Every Woman Over 40 Should Know About Her Health
The Best Exercises if You're Over 40
How Your Workout Must Change When You're Over 40
40 Lifestyle Changes You Should Make After 40
Anti-Aging Lessons to Learn Before You Turn 40istockphoto.com


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In today's magic missile-casting episode of Speak Up on Kotaku, commenter Kyle DeBona discusses how wonderful it is not to be frozen in one spot with a horrible monster bears down on you, desperately praying for the casting bar to finish.
If you're like me, you've probably played at least on game in time where you cast a spell, it takes a few seconds to charge and fires. You also know that while it's charging, you can't move (unless it's an insti-cast spell). That has been something of a standard for MMOs for ages, the most notable example being World of Warcraft spell caster classes such as the Warlock, Priest and Mage. In my roughly 10 years of experience playing MMOs, dating back to vanilla WoW and the release of City of Heroes, it's been something I've come to accept with MMOs, that if I want to be a dude that flings fireballs or lighting I have to stand still like a Stop Sign and charge up.
However, I think that's going to change soon. Recently, I've participated in both the final Beta for Guild Wars 2 and the free Secret World weekend. A distinct feature in both games is a "Combat Roll" that can go in all directions and goes on a cool down when used. I also noticed that, (to a degree in Guild Wars 2, I only remember that Channeling spells do) in both games, you can MOVE and CAST.... MOVE and CAST. This is like telling Leon Kennedy in Resident Evil 4 that he can MOVE and SHOOT (he got the Memo for RE6).
What I encountered in both experiences, more so in The Secret World (which was a nice surprise) was just how much more you can put into a game once you allow more free action to all classes, Hack & Slashers and dudes in Wizard Hats and Robes. Let me give one of my most memorable experiences from The Secret World free weekend. The second major dungeon in the world is called Hell Raised, and, as the name suggests, it's a section of Hell that you visit after going thru Motel Room 13 (obviously for good luck). Without giving any spoilers away, what I encountered were 6 bosses, each with unique mechanics that presented a legitimate challenge, and all required a great deal of movement on the player's part.
The best example of this would be the aptly named "War Machine". This boss has three distinct features: His first ability is that he is shielded unless your tank stands on an area to deactivate it. The second ability is a cross-hair follows a random character, dealing high damage if they're standing inside it when it nukes every five or so seconds (I didn't time it since I always stayed away from them). Near the end of the fight (like around 10% HP) everyone had one of these on them except for the tank I believe. The third is where he runs to the center of the area, and sends out a wave of AoEs that loosely follow characters. Taking two or three is usually enough to kill you. Each of these skills require movement at all times- you can't just stand around and go "pew pew pew", you have to be mobile the entire time. Most of the time whenever I avoided something it was a very slim "near miss", I barely avoided it, giving such a simple action like moving such a thrill and reward. It kept my blood pumping the entire time, and I can say without a doubt that this was one of the most satisfying kills I've ever achieved. And this wasn't even end-game material, this was more like the Uldaman of The Secret World.
One thing to note before I continue; all of these bosses, with various mechanics that required quick reaction time to deal with them, could all have been fought if you only stood still casting spells. Even for War Machine, there are times when you can stand still and just attack, with a cross-hair following someone else. However, that's horribly ineffective and would take ages to fight them and most importantly, would suck the fun straight out of the actual fight. Not to mention when you're so accustomed to "S&C" (Standing and Casting), being able to move and attack makes you feel like you're cheating, which is always a thrill.
So I'd like to ask my fellow Kotakuites: Do you think that as far as new games that come will stick with the Classic S&C, or will go with a more action-based outlook and allow casting on the move?
About Speak Up on Kotaku: Our readers have a lot to say, and sometimes what they have to say has nothing to do with the stories we run. That's why we have a forum on Kotaku called Speak Up. That's the place to post anecdotes, photos, game tips and hints, and anything you want to share with Kotaku at large. Every weekday we'll pull one of the best Speak Up posts we can find and highlight it here. Much better, folks.

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Over many years of teaching cycling skills, I've found that going downhill is one of the hardest things for new cyclists to become used to. The reason for this is simple: speed scares people. There are even some pros who don't descend well, because they're either nervous or they don't practise it enough. Personally, I live for carving turns on a descent, but I know that many triathletes struggle.
To start, familiarise yourself with the condition of the road surface by riding up the hill. Look for loose gravel on the shoulders, or potholes or cracks. I recently took a group on a descent in the Pyrenees where Italian rider Fabio Casartelli died after crashing in the 1995 Tour de France. After gazing at his memorial, I pointed out the shaded areas, where slick green moss sprouted from gaps in the Tarmac. Reduced traction, plus the quick changes in light from brilliant sunshine to heavy shade probably contributed to his accident.
Look also at the radius of the turns: do they follow a continuous arc or do they become sharper during the middle of the turn? Are there sections that suddenly become steeper? As you gain experience, you will be able to take in all of this and analyse on the fly, and at speed. When you're ready to head down, follow these simple rules:
Ride in the drops
When your hands are on the lower part of your handlebars, your centre of gravity is closer to the ground. Also, your weight will be more evenly distributed between the front and rear wheels, which helps maintain traction, especially during braking and turning.
Scan ahead
Look for danger signs so you have time to react. In turns, keep your eyes on the exit, which will help you carve a smooth, steady line all the way through.
Stay relaxed
Start at the top of your body and let go of tension. Keep breathing, open your mouth to unclench your jaw, drop your shoulders, bend your elbows, release your death grip on the handlebars, uncurl your toes and let your feet lie flat on the bottoms of your shoes.
Use subtlety to slow
Anticipate what you'll need to do next. This will help you avoid sudden braking. For controlled slowing, gently squeeze both brake levers equally with two-to-three-second pulses. Constantly squeezing the brakes on long descents can make the rims overheat – and possibly cause a blowout.
Corner smart
The biggest mistake people make is waiting until they're in the middle of a turn to brake. Instead, reduce speed before the turn. (If you're braking within the turn, you didn't slow enough to begin with.) Push your outside pedal down (right turn, left foot down) with pressure on that foot. To initiate the turn, lean the bike – not your body – into the turn (right turn, lean bike right). The action is similar to downhill skiing: the lower body angles into the turn while the upper body stays upright. To exit the turn, gently straighten the bike.


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Australia unveils plans to send police to PNG a day after armed soldiers ransack Port Moresby hospital
Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has announced that 50 Australian police will be sent to Papua New Guinea to help tackle crime, a day after armed soldiers attacked people at a hospital.
The attack at the Port Moresby General Hospital happened just hours before Mr Rudd arrived in the capital for talks with his PNG counterpart Peter O'Neill.
After the talks Mr Rudd said the Australian police officers would be deployed to the country by the end of the year.
"Recognising the importance of law and order to PNG's economic prosperity, we have agreed importantly that by year's end Australia will deploy 50 police in visible policing roles in Port Moresby and Lae," Mr Rudd said.
"Our law and order cooperation won't stop there, but it is a good start."
PNG recently passed harsh new laws reviving the death penalty as it grapples with a wave of violent crime.
In the latest incident, soldiers armed with guns, machetes and iron bars broke down the gates to the hospital and began attacking people.
Police commissioner Simon Kauba says at least six shots were fired, while a medical student was seriously injured and the hospital sustained considerable damage.
He has condemned the soldiers for attacking "the very people they have sworn to protect and defend".
"This is totally uncalled for and unacceptable behaviour by members of a disciplined organisation," he said in a statement.
"I condemn this action in the strongest possible terms and will ensure that it is thoroughly investigated and those responsible will face the full force of the law."
The attack was reportedly payback for an alleged assault by medical students on two soldiers during a dispute over the use of an ATM at the hospital.
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When the vibes fat
Make you quiver down you tight
You try that
Looking like you nice at
All the things bring it in
Hit the ice pack
Take a trip around the world and maybe
Do all the things that make me crazy
In and out, out and in
I don't believe a word when you say you're a virgin
But I'm about to take it to the
Outside scream and shout I heard you
Be out Friday night with your friend
Dancing in a club rubadub singing
Love and then you be dancing
On the table
Lifted up your blouse and saw
More then you win
But I don't believe a word when you
Say you're a virgin
*Like a virgin
Touch for the very first time
Like a virgin
When your heartbeat next to mine
Where did you learn all the moves that you're making?
Your heart breaking
For sure you ain't taking
And now it's the time for dessert
We're getting busy in our own time
Long time you are trying to find
To show that you're mine
Now we're about to get in
I don't believe a word when you say you're a virgin
Girl you look so good in your nightgown
I get right down till I hear the right sound
Now let me get to the point
And when I get you three imma tear up
The whole joint you look so sweet to
Me can I touch you look so sweet to
Me can I touch you there, was only joking baby
You are the queen I'm the king
But I don't beleive a word when you
Say you're a virgin
Nothing but a red light
Now come around and feel the flight
We can get together all day and all night
Easy preezy, see the seas on the sight
Got a whole lot in store for your delight
I do it right will all my might
Sure it's the hype
Get on up
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Advances in Alpha-Blending
Icon alpha-blending has taken some big steps forward today. First, Antonio Larrosa introduced alpha blending to the HEAD branch in CVS. Here's a screenshot showing one icon blended into another. A few hours later, Carsten Pfeiffer shot back with this tasty screenshot of Konqueror previewing text files with the mimetype icon blended in. Oh, I can't wait for 2.1 -- time to hit CVS! (screenshots below)
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Re: Font Smoothing/Anti-Aliasing
yes, but the plan to include antialiasing in X is years old :(
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You won't believe how many trolls and flamebaits you'll find there!
By LOL at Tue, 2000/12/05 - 6:00am
Re: Advances in Alpha-Blending
I had a look at this, just to see... not very pleasant reading. Didn't have much to do with KDE either, it just seemed to be a forum for people to have a go at GNU, Linuxm, homosexuals and so on...
Fortunately, this site is a lot more grown up and 99% on topic...
By jpmfan at Tue, 2000/12/05 - 6:00am
How about this stuff?
By Mike at Tue, 2000/12/05 - 6:00am
Windows envy!
I just thought everyone would like to know that windows developers are already envious:
You saw it here first folks! =P
By pos at Tue, 2000/12/05 - 6:00am
Re: Windows envy!
I've said it before and I'll say it again:
Since we all like to point out how stupid Windows is, Windows developers being envious is almost a sign you've made a mistake, not an advance :)
Also, from a usability point of view, I concurr with the text file contents comments. Icons are far more useful. After 15 years of recognizing files by their icons and names, its a step backward to try to identify files by the first 10 lines. Alpha blending is far more useful for terminals, disabled icons, cursors (I personally think the whole cursor should be blended ~ 80% with what's behind it.)
At any rate, its also a huge CPU suck until X supports alpha blending at a lower level, isn't it?
By KraftBoy at Wed, 2000/12/06 - 6:00am


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A Weber grill is just a glorified hunk of cheap metal. Don't believe me? Heat the grates up to 1000 degrees and watch the thing fall apart. This grill is for people who want to cook for real.
The Engelbrecht 1000 Series Braten Grill is a tank from top to bottom. Other grills look hardcore, but how many have cast iron wheels? A thousand degrees is nothing for the welded, heavy-gauge steel body. The designers paid meticulous attention to every detail down to the stainless steel caster mounts. This thing will survive a bomb blast. Oh yeah, and the grill is a serious cook's dream. That huge steel body? Also great for heat absorption and transfer. Maybe a $1900 (£1,200) weapons-grade grill isn't for you, but there's a six-week waiting list of people who want one real bad. [Engelbrecht Grills and Cookers]


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PEZ Candy Inc. is a manufacturer of candies and the dispensers made to hold them. Originally an Austrian company, the name PEZ was derived from the German word for peppermint, Pfefferminz, the first PEZ flavor.
PEZ dispensers as they are known today, first became popularized in 1955, when the company began including the heads of popular characters, such as Santa Claus and Mickey Mouse at the top of their candy dispensers.
Now considered a collector's item for many, dozens of franchises have been adapted for the PEZ dispenser, Sesame Street and the Muppets included.
Muppet PEZ dispensers
The original set of Muppet PEZ dispensers was released in 1991.
Twenty years later, a converted Kermit PEZ dispenser and a converted Gonzo PEZ dispenser appear as Walter and Gary's toothbrushes in The Muppets.
Sesame Street PEZ dispensers
The set of Sesame Street PEZ dispensers was released in March 2004, and retired in 2006.
Giant PEZ dispensers
Giant Musical PEZ dispensers
Key Chain PEZ dispensers
Crystal PEZ dispensers
The Muppets PEZ dispensers
A new set of Muppet PEZ dispensers was released in January 2012, following the release of The Muppets.[1][2] The new sculpts include Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy and (for the first time) Animal. Later, a newer version of Fozzie Bear was made.
International promotions
A series of several "PEZ Crime Competition" ads were created for the German market to run in comic books and other magazines in the early 1990s.
Eleven lucky winners would receive an Nintendo Entertainment System, 111 participants would receive a small LCD game.
- ↑ Jordan, Chris. "July 2011 Pez Collectors Store Newsletter", PezCollectors.com. July 2011.
- ↑ The Muppets PEZ Dispensers


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How many times have you wondered what it would be like to be carefree and have low maintenance hair? You comb the pages of the latest black hair care magazines looking for African American hair dos and see others going the curly perm route. If you are stressed out and would rather concentrate on living life to the fullest instead of being in your hair salon every week, the curly perm may be the choice for you.
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|editHinata Hyūga [1][2][3][4][5][6]
|日向ヒナタ Hyūga Hinata
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Hinata Hyūga (日向 ヒナタ, Hyūga Hinata) is one of the main supporting characters of the series. She is a chūnin-level kunoichi of Konohagakure's Hyūga clan and a member of Team Kurenai.
Hinata is the eldest child of the Hyūga clan's leader, Hiashi Hyūga, and as the first-born, was the heiress apparent to the clan's main house. However, she apparently lost this position to her younger sister Hanabi, as Hinata was deemed a failure by their father because of her lack of self confidence. When she was young she was kidnapped by a head ninja from Kumogakure, who under the guise of striking a peace treaty with Konoha, had actually been sent there to steal the Byakugan. Her father killed the would-be kidnapper to save her, but Kumo demanded compensation in the form of Hiashi's dead body due to having signed a peace treaty with the village only moments before. This ultimately resulted in the death of Hinata's uncle, Hizashi Hyūga, who sacrificed himself in order to protect his twin brother. This incident was particularly significant in shaping Hinata's early relationship with her cousin, Neji Hyūga.
Because of her position as heiress, Hiashi had high expectations for Hinata and subjected her to gruelling training. However, Hinata's slow progress and frailty disheartened her father until eventually, he deemed her a lost cause. Instead, her father chose to focus and develop Hinata's younger sister, who proved much more promising than Hinata, making her the new heiress. By the time Hinata joined Team 8, Hiashi had completely lost interest in Hinata, leaving her care and protection to Kurenai Yūhi.
Hinata's strained relationship with her father caused her to lose more faith in herself and she would often spend her time alone, crying. It wasn't until she met Naruto Uzumaki that her perception changed drastically. Because Naruto was treated as an outcast by almost everyone in the village, Hinata found herself able to relate with his desire to be acknowledged and praised. She was amazed that despite Naruto having nothing and no one to rely on, he never gave up in believing he could become something great like Hokage. In the anime, Naruto was at one point shown protecting Hinata from bullies. Despite Naruto not knowing her, he refused to let the kids insult and degrade her. Since they outnumbered him, they beat him up and knocked him out. Surprised by how much Naruto wanted to help and believing that she too deserved to be acknowledged, Hinata was inspired. Like Naruto, she ultimately decided to try her best to become strong and never give up, so she could become acknowledged as well. This admiration of Naruto later grew into love despite warnings from her elders to stay away from him.[9]
Hinata is timid, serene, and very polite, always using appropriate name suffixes. She is very kind, a trait that Neji and her father used to consider a flaw, and dislikes competing and fighting. Possibly as a result of her father's contempt for her, Hinata lacks self-confidence, but is very hard working. She is also incredibly empathetic, and, because of her upbringing, is one of the first few characters who identifies with Naruto's painful childhood and desire to be acknowledged. Generally, Hinata opts to think carefully before acting, and when she does manage to muster enough self-confidence, she can be surprisingly competent. She becomes more open about her opinion as Part I progresses and, by Part II, Hinata is more confident overall and demonstrates a willingness on occasion to take decisive action, unlike before.
Hinata gets along well with her team-mates. Kiba's actions toward her are often motivated by his concern for her, such as when he urged her to forfeit if she was matched against Neji or Gaara during the Chūnin Exams. Shino possesses a quiet confidence in Hinata, and will make a point of assuring others when they doubt or worry about her. Hinata is also the closest to her sensei, Kurenai, who is not only interested in Hinata's growth as a ninja but also as a person. She knows Hinata's personal struggles and unlike her demanding father, Kurenai tries her best to coach Hinata in ways in which she knows her pupil will best respond. After Hinata was knocked down for the final time by Neji in the Chūnin Exams, Kurenai silently congratulated her student's resolve and perseverance. By the end of Part I, she also fostered better relations with both her cousin, Neji, and her father and began training with the two of them.
Hinata has always had a long-standing admiration for Naruto, which later developed into much stronger feelings, leading her to fall in love with him. Even Naruto's two-and-a-half-year absence did nothing to diminish her feelings for him, and in fact, she fainted when he first returned.[10] From the beginning, Hinata's affection for Naruto was clear to almost every character around her except Naruto himself, who remained oblivious to her feelings. However, despite that, Naruto has shown to have a great deal of care for Hinata, and always held her in high regard as a friend because of her desire to change herself and be acknowledged, something that he can relate to. As the series progresses, Hinata goes to great lengths for Naruto because she fiercely believes in him. During the invasion of Pain, Hinata finally confessed her love to Naruto and was also willing to protect him, even at the cost of her own life. This event was actually the first time Hinata had spoken to Naruto without blushing, fear, or awkwardness.[11]
By the time of the Fourth Shinobi World War, Hinata has demonstrated more bravery and confidence so much now that she is willing to put her own life on the line for her friends and family, seen when she protected Neji as they fought alongside each other. Hinata has resolved to protect her team-mates and village no matter what, stating to Shino that this war was to protect Naruto, and failing was not an option.[12] When the entire shinobi force was rushing to Naruto's aid, Hinata resolved that when the war was over, she would stop chasing after Naruto and be standing next to him, holding his hand, and asked him to wait for her.[13]
Hinata has dark blue hair, fair skin; traits she inherited from her mother. She also has the customary white eyes of her clan, which have a tinge of lavender in the anime. She is usually seen with a shy expression in Part I, but less so in Part II, with the exception of when she is around Naruto. Like the rest of her clan, she possesses the renowned Byakugan which, when activated, stimulates the veins and arteries immediately around her eyes to protrude much more prominently.
In Part I, her hair is in a short, levelled hime-cut style just above her forehead, with chin-length strands framing her face. She wore a cream-coloured hooded-jacket with a fire symbol on the upper right and left sleeves and fur around the cuffs and hem, with navy blue pants. After earning her genin rank, she wore her Konoha forehead protector around her neck. At the Chūnin Exams finals, Hinata wore a long-sleeved, light blue blouse with a high collar, and dark blue pants. While at home, she was seen in the traditional Hyūga garb, consisting of a simple, loose-fitting robe with different coloured trimmings, and an under-shirt.
In Part II, Hinata has developed into a young woman with a slender yet curvaceous frame and a sizeable bust. While retaining her straight hime-style haircut, she lets her hair grow to waist-length. The short, strands that frame her face still remain, but are now shoulder-length. She also donns a new attire comprised of a loose fitting, long-sleeved, lavender and cream zip-up jacket with lavender cuffs over mesh armour with navy blue pants and black, low-heeled sandals. Although she still wears her forehead protector around her neck, its colour has changed from blue to black. In one of the omake, she is seen wearing a beige apron and light blue scarf tied in a bandanna style. In another omake, she is seen in a casual outfit that consisted of brown capri pants, brown sandals, and a dark green, hood-less jacket with a fire symbol on the upper-right side of her chest. The cuffs of the jacket were rolled up to the middle of her forearms; the inside of the jacket was shown to be cream-colored. Hinata had a light lavender blouse underneath.
During the Fourth Shinobi World War, she dons the standard uniform of her village inclusive of flak jacket. Instead of wearing the forehead protector of the Allied Shinobi Forces, she has seemingly opted not to wear one at all.
Like her team-mates, she is a skilled tracker and can use her Byakugan to see over long distances as well as even the smallest of objects amongst other things. Although he deemed her a failure in Part I, during the Fourth Shinobi World War, Hiashi considered her strong enough to protect her cousin, Neji now as much as he protects her.[14] Naruto has also praised her strength, recalling how she fought against Pain when he was incapacitated.[15]
As a member of the Hyūga clan, Hinata possesses the Byakugan, a dōjutsu kekkei genkai which grants her near 360° vision (with the exception of a small blind spot at the upper thoracic vertebrae), x-ray vision and the ability to see the chakra pathway system. Hinata can focus her Byakugan's sight to drastically increase its range in one direction from of up to at least 10 kilometres.[16] During the Search for the Bikōchū Arc, she was able to use her Byakugan to magnify and zoom, effectively seeing every small insect in the area, and could also see the infrared spectrum. Using her Byakugan in a similar fashion, Hinata even accurately fired chakra needles at bees. In Part II, during her fight against Guren, Hinata demonstrates her mastery of her kekkei genkai; Hinata's Byakugan was at first overcome by Guren's crystal labyrinth, which refracted light to produce many duplicate images of herself. However, Hinata was able to focus on her target and allowed the Byakugan to function enough for her to accurately see Guren's real chakra network and not the reflections, and also showed that her Byakugan can even see the tenketsu now. It was confirmed by Kakashi that Hinata can use her Byakugan to see through genjutsu, as he requested her to do so when they fought Tobi.
Gentle Fist
As a member of the Hyūga clan, Hinata specialises in close-range, taijutsu combat. Her fighting style is the signature style of her clan, the Gentle Fist, which takes advantage of the Byakugan's ability to see opponent's chakra pathway system. It also allows her to cause severe internal trauma with minimal external force as it relies on surgical injection of chakra into an opponent's chakra network to cause damage. However, when Hinata is first introduced, she is considered weak by Hiashi Hyūga's standards, being neither as strong nor as fast as Neji or her sister.
During the timeskip, Hinata improved her taijutsu skills immensely and displays now a large variety of her clan's techniques. When later fighting Pain in the anime, her attacks were strong enough to snap Pain's Chakra Disruption Blades that were restraining Naruto and also able to strike Pain. In the anime's Three-Tails Arc, Hinata performed the Eight Trigrams Thirty-Two Palms, a minor version of the Eight Trigrams Sixty-Four Palms. Hinata has also continued to develop her natural flexibility. This was shown while she was battling Nurari in the anime when she was able to dodge most of his attacks, despite the enemy's elastic body. She can also collaborate with Neji, using Eight Trigrams Vacuum Wall Palm, which is a variation of the Eight Trigrams Vacuum Palm both of which creates a huge wave of chakra that is targeted at the opponent's vital points.[17]
Hinata has also acquired her own original arsenal. In the anime, she developed the Protection of the Eight Trigrams Sixty-Four Palms, a technique that can take advantage of her great flexibility and coordination to both attack and defend at the same time. She also displays the Gentle Step Twin Lion Fists technique, which much of was not seen in the manga, but in the anime was able to momentarily overwhelm Neji during their training and break Pain's chakra receivers with ease.[9]
Chakra Control
After the Chūnin Exams, Hinata trained to become stronger, developing in a way which took advantage of her excellent chakra control. The results of this training are shown during the anime's Search for the Bikōchū Arc; she is first seen training beside a waterfall, where she forms an orb of water around herself. She is later shown forming chakra needles that she uses to attack a swarm of bees. Her newfound chakra control can also emit streams of chakra from her palms to create extremely sharp blades, which can be used to hit any target in her field of vision. Due to her excellent chakra control, Hinata is able to freely manipulate the size and strength of the chakra blades, effectively allowing her to use this technique for offence and defence.
In Part II of the anime, Hinata's chakra control has advanced greatly as seen in the Three-Tails Arc, where, despite not being a medical-nin her chakra control was mentioned as being at least on par with one, as she was selected to perform the Four-Corner Sealing Barrier along with Sakura, Ino, and Shizune. Ino, although trained as a medical-nin, had difficulty maintaining and controlling her chakra to sustain the seal, unlike Hinata, who managed with relative ease.
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Part I
Introduction Arc
Hinata was first seen along with the graduating class, including Naruto. She silently hoped that she would be on the same team with Naruto though it was to not to be the case, much to her disappointment. However, she obeyed being allocated to Team 8 along with Kiba Inuzuka and Shino Aburame.
Chūnin Exam Arc
When the Chūnin Exams began, Hinata entered with her team-mates in an attempt to change herself. During the first test, she was seated next to Naruto, and when Naruto was struggling to complete the written exam, she offered to let him cheat off her test. However, after seeing the penalty for cheating on a student just behind them, he refused so she wouldn't get in trouble, and because he was too proud to cheat. His inspiring speech at the end of the first test gave her the confidence to not give up, so the proctor, Ibiki Morino, passed everyone in the group who didn't refuse to take the tenth question.
In the second part of the exam, during the Forest of Death, she and her team-mates quickly managed to get their scroll, becoming one of the first genin teams to do so in that exam. When Kiba and Akamaru smelled a second target, they witnessed the Sand Siblings' confrontation with a team of Ame genin. After Gaara killed the Amegakure genin, they hid behind a bush, hoping not to be caught and killed.
In the preliminaries, Hinata had to face her much stronger cousin, Neji, in combat. She almost broke down and gave up after Neji berated her on being a failure that could never change. This made Naruto angry, and he cheered Hinata on, giving her the strength to fight her cousin. Despite being outmatched and having her chakra cut off, she continued to fight. Neji was surprised when she refused to give up, even becoming enraged when she accused him of being the weak one who fights what he is. He charged at her, but the jōnin in attendance restrained him before he could kill her. When Hinata was taken away to the emergency room, Naruto dipped his fingers in her blood and vowed to defeat Neji.
A month later, Naruto, concerned that he would be unable to defeat Neji despite his vow, ran into Hinata. When he began to doubt himself, she told him that he never gave up, which was something she admired, and that she had become more confident after he cheered for her. This gave Naruto the strength and drive to go face Neji. She later watches his match with Neji but, due to the injuries she received from Neji not being fully healed, Hinata passed out during the match, and did not see its ending. Kiba gets her medical attention from Kabuto Yakushi, who was disguised as an ANBU. She is healed, but remains unconscious for the rest of the Invasion of Konoha.
Invasion of Konoha Arc
Hinata can be seen at the Third Hokage's funeral mourning his death.
Pre-Shippūden Filler Arcs
In the filler arcs, Hinata received more screen-time than many other members of the Konoha 11. In the Search for the Bikōchū Arc, Team 8 and Naruto are sent to capture a bikōchū beetle that could track Sasuke Uchiha's scent — a mission that Hinata had insisted on. During the mission she develops her Protection of the Eight Trigrams Sixty-Four Palms, and managed to save Naruto and the rest of Team 8 by using it against hostile bug-users. During the episode, Naruto came across a naked Hinata's silhouette, training in a waterfall at night. Naruto, being oblivious, didn't realise that it was her, and talked to Kiba about how he saw a "beautiful girl" at the waterfall the next day, embarrassing her greatly.
In the Bounty Hunter Arc, she accompanied Naruto and Kiba to catch a thief, but because someone else caught him (albeit with their help), the mission was considered a failure.
As a result of these two failures, Hinata, Naruto, and Kiba were threatened with being returned to the Academy if they did not succeed in finding hidden treasure. The group initially had difficulty working together due to friction between Naruto and Kiba. When they were captured by a group of ninja that could perfectly transform into copies of others, it was up to Hinata to save them and scare them away. She was unable to pursue them because of a leg injury, so Naruto and Kiba did so for her. Hinata later returned, and mistakenly attacked Naruto after he absent-mindedly put down the chest, which had distinguished him from the impostor.
In the Land of Vegetables Arc, she managed to defeat a powerful ninja, Jiga, although she nearly sacrificed her life in doing so. In the Cursed Castle Arc, she helped her team-mates navigate the halls of a strange castle, which was actually a summoned chameleon in disguise, to save a daimyō's wife. In "Follow My Lead! The Great Survival Challenge", the Academy Students were divided into teams of three and were assigned to a genin who would lead them on a mission against the other teams. Hinata was assigned to lead a team of three academy students; Nobori, Daichi and Matsuri. Her time with them was not covered much except that she was good at setting up camp and was doing better than Naruto.
Throughout the filler arcs, and as was seen at the end of the Part I manga, Hinata developed a much better relationship with her father, who encouraged her to do her best after her near-success in the bikōchū mission. Neji also got along well with her, sparring with her and caring about her well-being. When Naruto left to train with Jiraiya at the end of the series, she watched him leave, but was unable to bring herself to say goodbye to him. As he left, she vowed to become stronger, and to work as hard as he did.
Part II
Sasuke and Sai Arc
In Part II, she had attained the rank of chūnin, and was still part of Team 8, renamed Team Kurenai. When Naruto greeted her, she passed out, overcome by the prospect of meeting him for the first time in two and a half years. When she came to, just as she began to focus, Naruto came to her and asked, very vaguely, to come with him on his mission, telling her "don't say a word and come with me". Hinata misinterpreted the words and promptly passed out again. After this, Hinata asked Kiba if she seemed more grown-up, in the hopes of impressing Naruto. Kiba jokingly teased her, by saying she was still as silly as ever, and then told her that Naruto was behind her, surprising and upsetting her when she discovered it was a lie.
Hidan and Kakuzu Arc
In the anime, she can be seen at Asuma's funeral. Later, she can be seen by a river with her team-mates, she's overjoyed to hear that Naruto is working so hard to hone his new technique. She is then reprimanded by Kiba who teases her about why she's blushing, causing her to back away with embarrassment.
Three-Tails Arc
After some brief Part II appearances, a Kakashi-led Team 8 was given a mission in the anime to investigate one of Orochimaru's bases. Although that may be an opportunity to find Sasuke, Naruto was not allowed to be told about the mission, so Hinata hoped to be able to find Sasuke for him. Hinata used her Byakugan to follow the chakra-trail of a cursed seal recipient to the base. This turned out to be a trap, and the hideout was destroyed soon after they found it. They did not give up and Hinata picked up on another enemy chakra-trail.
When they first encountered Team Guren, Hinata fought Nurari. Nurari was able to shift his body to the point of repositioning his organs to avoid damage, effectively making Hinata's Gentle Fist useless. In the end, she was saved by Shino and his insects. Soon afterwards they meet Guren, whose crystal disrupted Hinata's vision with too much reflective light. Nevertheless, Hinata was able to defeat one of Guren's clones. The real Guren responded by immobilising Hinata in crystal and kidnapping her. When Team 8, with the help of Team 7, eventually rescued Hinata, they found that Hinata saved herself from potentially shattering by encasing herself with chakra, demonstrating to the team that pure chakra could not be crystallised.
After Sakura healed Hinata's injuries, Hinata assisted the two Konoha teams during an ambush, using her Byakugan to navigate in an enemy-smokescreen. When the battle was interrupted by a tidal wave, Hinata used her Byakugan to locate the source: the Three-Tails. They received instructions from Tsunade to prevent the tailed beast's capture and seal it, and Hinata's precise chakra control caused her to be assigned to the sealing team. Team Guren interrupted the sealing process and they were once again caught in the Three-Tails' tidal wave. They tried to seal it again, but were once again unsuccessful. Those failures caused Tsunade to recall them to Konoha, leaving the ANBU in charge of the sealing instead.
Itachi Pursuit Arc
Team 8 was recruited to help Team 7 find Itachi Uchiha. They split up to try and find his trail, and Hinata was added to Naruto's group. They were soon confronted by Kabuto Yakushi and Hinata used her Byakugan to see that one-third of Kabuto had been taken over by Orochimaru's remains. Later, when the squad regrouped, they came across Tobi, who appeared to be blocking their path to Sasuke. During the battle that followed, Hinata took the role of stationary scout, using her Byakugan to follow Tobi's chakra signal. When Tobi left after receiving word that Sasuke had killed Itachi, Kakashi instructed Hinata to locate the site of their battle. They tried to reach it before Tobi, but were too late and forced to return home.
Invasion of Pain Arc
During the beginning of the assault of the village, Hinata was with her team-mates, watching the disaster. They later separated with Shino and Kiba going to find their parents.
After Pain destroyed the village, Hinata emerged from the rubble without any major injuries along with her bodyguard, Kō Hyūga. As Kō was not so fortunate, Hinata tried to find him medical attention, but he refused as his only concern was her safety. Once realising that Naruto was fighting Pain all by himself, she attempted to run to his side, but was stopped by Kō, who warned her she'd only be a burden. Just as she seemingly accepted Kō's words, Naruto was pinned down by Pain. She decided to intervene, despite knowing she did not have the ability to defeat him. When Naruto asked why she would throw away her life, she responded that it was because she loved him, which greatly shocked Naruto.
In the anime, she was able to remove a few of the Chakra Disruption Blades that were on Naruto and even land a blow against the Deva Path. While he did eventually subdue her with Shinra Tensei, he was puzzled why she was willing to fight despite being weakened by his blow. Hinata, crawling near Naruto and still attempting to remove the chakra blade from him, replied by echoing Naruto's words: it is her nindō. With that response, the Deva Path stabbed her with one of his chakra blades. Enraged, Naruto slipped into his six-tailed form, while a barely conscious Hinata looked on.
As the battle between Naruto and Pain raged on, Team Guy arrived at Hinata's side, and rushed her away from the battlefield and to Sakura's side. When her wounds were healed, Hinata expressed relief over news that Naruto had defeated Pain. When Naruto came back to the village, she shed tears, and was seen later on smiling as the villagers celebrated Naruto's victory.
Konoha History Arc
While Konoha recovered from Pain's invasion, Hinata tended Kō's wounds, saying it was the least she could do since everyone else was so busy. When Konohamaru, Udon, and Moegi interviewed Neji about Naruto, he told them about Hinata being kidnapped during the Suna and Oto attack on Konoha during the Chūnin Exams in which he fought Naruto. Hinata was taken by two Kumo-nin who took the opportunity of the attack to take her, since Kumogakure still coveted the Byakugan, and she was a main branch member, meaning she wouldn't have the juinjutsu that seals the Byakugan upon death. During their escape, Hinata awoke and attacked one of the kidnappers with Palm Bottom, but it did little effect to the Kumo-nin, before being rescued by Neji and Kiba. After the Kumo-nin were defeated by Hiashi, Hinata apologised to Neji for the trouble, but he said he did it because he wanted to, telling her how Naruto changed him.
Five Kage Summit Arc
Hinata and the rest of the Konoha 11, minus Team Kakashi, decided that, in light of Sasuke's criminal actions, they should personally eliminate him before he can involve Konoha in a war. After Naruto was informed of their intentions and met with Sasuke, he told them to leave Sasuke to him. As several of the members voiced their discontentment with this as they feared that Sasuke's actions would incite a war, Hinata watched on as Naruto once again firmly stated that he would handle Sasuke and also tell them everything when the time was right.
Adventures at Sea Arc
Main article: Adventures at Sea Arc
Confining the Jinchūriki Arc
In the anime, Hinata had a conversation with Shikamaru about Naruto when he was in his six-tailed form. She stated that Naruto transformed in order to protect her, but was concerned about his display of intense rage and loss of control.
Shinobi World War Arc
Hinata was later assigned to the Second Division of the Allied Shinobi Forces alongside Neji, Kurotsuchi and Karui. She commented that she was a little nervous, while Karui told her that war was nothing to worry about. However, she instantly noted that many ninja didn't trust each other due to years of being each other's enemies which worried her.
Hinata's division was deployed to an area where the White Zetsu Army was discovered traveling underground. When Kurotsuchi and Kitsuchi used their technique to unearth the army of Zetsu, she and Neji attacked them simultaneously with the Eight Trigrams Vacuum Wall Palm. Later during the battle, Hinata saved Neji from an attacking White Zetsu.
At the end of the first day of battle, after Neji collapsed from fatigue, Hinata took his place alongside Shino. When Shino told her not to overexert herself as he already had his kikaichū scattered around to help detect the enemy, Hinata thanked him and thinking about Naruto, she resolutely told him that failure was not an option as this was a war to protect Naruto.
The next morning, Hinata's division resumed battling the White Zetsu Army clones. While fighting, she was attacked by three Zetsu clones transformed into Kumo-nin simultaneously, but their attack was intercepted by one of Naruto's shadow clones. After Kiba, Akamaru, Shino and Neji arrived on the scene, Neji demanded that Naruto proved who he is, but Hinata told them that if they looked into his eyes, they would know that he was in fact Naruto. Lamenting the fact that though she wanted to protect Naruto, he ended up saving her instead. However, Naruto saw her sorrow and reminded her she was very strong, recounting her coming to his aid during the invasion of Pain, to which she silently thanked him for. The team then mobilised to finish off the rest of the enemies.
After being informed by Inoichi from headquarters that Naruto and Killer B were fighting the "masked Madara", Hinata and the rest of the Konoha 11 rushed to his aid. As she ran alongside Neji, she told Naruto to wait for her, because instead of chasing after him, she would walk alongside him, hand in hand.
Naruto: Shippūden the Movie
Hinata made a small cameo before Team 7 was being called up, Team 8, except Shino, were seen running through the streets.
Naruto Shippūden 2: Bonds
After the attack on Konoha by the Land of the Sky, Naruto was assigned to escort a young girl, Amaru, (whom he had mistaken for a boy) and her sensei, Shinnō, back to their village, with Sakura and Hinata completing the three-man team. Upon arriving, they discovered it to have been attacked as well. A distraught Amaru recklessly ran into the village, accidentally setting off a trap hidden by the enemy. In the aftermath of the trap, Shinnō was tragically wounded in his successful attempt to save Amaru, and after a few weakened words, it was made apparent through Hinata's Byakugan that he was dying, and eventually appeared to succumb to his wounds.
Shortly afterward, the three split up to investigate the area. Hinata was kidnapped and was held prisoner, along with the rest of Amaru's villagers. Thanks to the aid of Amaru, they were able to escape the prison, and eventually the flying island itself, riding aboard a flying boat of sorts down to the ground below. Hinata then became happy as Amaru saved Naruto from falling to his death.
Naruto Shippūden 3: Inheritors of the Will of Fire
Hinata was first seen when they celebrated for Naruto and Sai's recovery and ate barbecue, where she explained that she was told by Naruto to invite everyone.
Later, Hinata was sent with the rest of Konoha 11 to retrieve back Naruto and Sakura. Hinata's team caught up with Naruto and Sakura, with the rest of Konoha 11. Hinata and the others was caught by one of Hiruko's henchmen Ichi, and was freed by Tenten. Team Guy was left behind to take down the first of Hiruko's henchmen.
Hinata's team fought the second of Hiruko's henchmen, Ni and her chimera nin-dogs, Shino took down Ni's chimera nin-dogs, Ni became angry and used a Chimera Technique fusing herself with a large beast, while Kiba, Hinata, and Akamaru delayed her before Shino built a large pit trap, Hinata then saved Akamaru from Ni's whip. After being teased by Kiba, Ni fell into Shino's trap and was destroyed by Shino's Secret Technique: Insect Sphere. After Team 10 failed to defeat the last of Hiruko's henchmen, San then summoned his two team-mates, Ichi and Ni, and used Chimera Technique, which made them turn into a massive flying beast. Hinata and the rest of Konoha 11 then arrives to back up Team 10, Shikamaru told Tenten to chain the beast wings to restrict its flight, while all of the Konoha 11, except Shikamaru constricted the beast by holding the chains, Hinata and Neji then channeled their chakra through the chains destroying the beast, before it was re-summoned by Hiruko.
Hinata is later seen at Hiruko's temple, being as part of the Konoha 11 aiding taking down the Chimera that was summoned by Hiruko earlier. Hinata and Neji attacked the beast using the Eight Trigrams Sixty-Four Palms technique. Hinata made her last appearance along with the rest of Konoha 11, overhearing Kakashi and Naruto's weird conversation and stating that she never knew Kakashi had such preferences, along with Sakura and Ino, deeply embarrassing him.
Video Games
Hinata Hyūga is a playable character in the following video games:
- Hinata's name means 'place in the sun'. It can be written with the same kanji as her family name, 'Hyūga' (日向).
- According to the databook(s):
- Hinata's hobby is pressing flowers.
- Hinata wishes for a rematch with her cousin Neji, and for a match with her father, Hiashi.
- Hinata's favourite foods are zenzai and cinnamon rolls, whilst her least favourite foods are dishes such as crabs and shrimp.
- Hinata has completed 33 official missions in total: 10 D-rank, 14 C-rank, 8 B-rank, 1 A-rank, 0 S-rank.
- Hinata's favourite phrase is "self-confidence" (自信, jishin).
- Despite her lack of panel time compared to some of the other Konoha 11, Hinata is popular in Naruto character popularity polls, frequently making it into the top 10 favourite characters. She was placed 10th in the first and seventh, 6th both in the second and the third, 12th in the fourth, 9th in the fifth, and 13th in the sixth. In the American 2010 "Good Guys" poll, Hinata finished in third place with 11% of the votes nearly tying for second with Shikamaru's 12%. In the seventh popularity poll, Hinata came in 10th place with 2517 votes and once again she nearly tied with Shikamaru for 9th place, making Hinata the most popular female character in the series.
- Hinata is a playable character in most Naruto video games. In later installments of the Clash of Ninja series, she is also playable in an "awakened" form. In this form, her clothes are similar to what she wore during the Search for the Bikōchū Arc, though the form itself is not based on the events of that arc. Awakened Hinata has a personality similar to Neji's during the Chūnin Exams, arrogantly challenging opponents and boasting about the power of the main branch of the Hyūga clan. She is also able to use techniques such as Eight Trigrams Sixty-Four Palms in this form. In Naruto Shippūden: Clash of Ninja Revolution 3, Awakened Hinata can be used in the middle of battle by activating her Byakugan. In previous games, Awakened Hinata had to be specifically chosen during character selection.
- Despite not being the main heroine of the series, Kishimoto stated that, at the time of the 2010 interview, Hinata would make a better heroine than Sakura. This is due to the fact that Hinata has a more complex background as opposed to Sakura who Kishimoto stated has a "normal" background.
- This is further extended in an omake in episode 165 where Sakura accuses Hinata of trying to become the main heroine of the series because of her massive popularity, much to her confusion.
- (To Neji) "I will never go back on my word, because that too is my nindō, my ninja way!"[18]
- (To Neji) "I no longer want to run away!"[19]
- (To Neji) "You're wrong, Neji… Because I can see that you are suffering more than me… You are the one who is confused and suffering within the fate of the head and branch families."[20]
- (To Naruto) "In my eyes you're a proud failure! When I look at you, I get an intense feeling in my heart. Because you are not perfect… Because you fail… you have the strength to get back up… Because I believe that's what true strength is…"[21]
- (To Naruto) "I used to always cry and give up… I made many wrong turns… But you… You helped me find the right path… I always chased after you… I wanted to catch up to you… I wanted to walk beside you all the time… I just wanted to be with you… You changed me! Your smile is what saved me! That is why I'm not afraid to die protecting you! Because… I love you…"[11]
- (To Shino) "Thank you Shino, but I want to do the best job I can. We're fighting this war to protect Naruto! Failure is not an option!"[12]
- (To herself) "Naruto… I've always been chasing after you… Even now… But once this war ends, I'm going to stop once and for all… Because next time, I'll be standing right beside you, holding your hand… walking with you! Please wait for me!!"[13]
- ↑ First Databook, pages 113-115
- ↑ Second Databook, page 141
- ↑ Third Databook, pages 150-151
- ↑ Fourth Databook, pages 154-157
- ↑ Retsu no Sho, pages 12-13
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Zai no Sho, page 31
- ↑ The Last: Naruto the Movie
- ↑ Boruto episode 18
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 Naruto: Shippūden episode 166
- ↑ Naruto chapter 282, pages 18-19
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 Naruto chapter 437 pages 10-12
- ↑ 12.0 12.1 Naruto chapter 540, page 6
- ↑ 13.0 13.1 Naruto chapter 573, pages 9-10
- ↑ Naruto chapter 526, pages 10-12
- ↑ Naruto chapter 559, page 6
- ↑ Naruto chapter 396, page 5
- ↑ Naruto chapter 521, page 10
- ↑ Naruto chapter 80, page 1
- ↑ Naruto chapter 79, page 4
- ↑ Naruto chapter 80, page 15
- ↑ Naruto chapter 98, pages 13-14


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The White House is expected to release late next week its audit of Energy Dept. loans to alternative energy firms. The audit was ordered up last October by former White House chief of staff Bill Daley an effort to stanch the political bleeding from the half-billion-dollar loan to bankrupt Fremont solar manufacturer Solyndra.
The review has been conducted by Herb Allison, a former assistant secretary of the Treasury who was picked by former President George W. Bush to oversee mortgage giant Fannie Mae after its government takeover, and by President Obama to oversee TARP.
The review is expected to focus on post-Solyndra loan monitoring, avoiding the question of the Solyndra loan itself, the subject of months of investigation by House Republicans, among others. Despite the huge black eye Solyndra gave the administration, President Obama has not backed off his green energy push, bringing it up again in his State of the Union address last month, although he pointedly did not call for new Energy Dept. loans: "Because of federal investments, renewable energy use has nearly doubled, and thousands of Americans have jobs because of it," Obama said.
Just today, the administration announced that it was streamlining environmental permitting for offshore wind development. The National Wildlife Federation praised the administration for "skipping the time and resource-intensive Environmental Impact Statement process that would have been required at this stage." (Is this an admission by an environmental group that environmental permitting is onerous?)
Solyndra is Obama's version of Mitt Romney's Bain Capital, a juicy political target for opponents. Republicans characterize the Obama approach as gambling taxpayer money on politically driven boondoggles. Obama political guru David Axelrod told Meet the Press last week that such comparisons are unfair.
"Where you buy a company, load it down with debt, strip it down, let it go bankrupt and then make money off of fees on the bankruptcy, that's quite different," Axelrod said.
Sen. Rand Paul, the Kentucky Republican and son of GOP presidential contender Ron Paul, today was defeated on an amendment to the Stock Act that seemed aimed at the Bay Area's Steve Spinner, a Obama fundraiser who helped oversee the Energy Dept. loans. The Paul amendment, which was defeated, (Calif. Sens. Barbara Boxer and Dianne Feinstein voting no) aimed to "prohibit executive branch appointees or staff holding positions that give them oversight, rule-making, loan or grant-making abilities over industries or companies in which they or their spouse have a significant financial interest." Spinner's wife worked at the law firm representing Solyndra.
We will no doubt be seeing more of the Bain vs. Solyndra debate, because it's actually not a bad crystallization of two very different approaches to economic policy.


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SKF to showcase upstream and downstream solutions at METEC 2015
2015 June 17, 13:00 CEST
SKF will present a range of innovative products and services, customised to meet the needs of the Metallurgy Industry at METEC
Gothenburg, Sweden, 17 June 2015: At METEC 2015, SKF will be demonstrating a range of innovations that improve reliability and efficiency for upstream and downstream applications.
Backed by extensive metal-making application experience and real-world successes, these SKF solutions can help mills cut costs per tonne, improve product quality, reduce environmental impact and better compete in a global market.
Rolling mill solutions
Upgraded SKF Explorer four-row tapered roller bearings for work rolls
At the show, SKF will launch the new SKF Explorer four-row tapered roller bearing design for work rolls featuring open and sealed variants that are identical, both dimensionally and in terms of load carrying capacity. The result sets a new standard for interchangeability between open and sealed bearings and provides unprecedented freedom to match bearings to application demands. The sealed variant of this recently upgraded SKF Explorer bearings also feature an optimised seal design that offers improved performance and reliability compared to the previous design.
HSS seals for metalworking applications
Visitors to the stand will have the opportunity of discussing HSS seals for metalworking applications. Combining an all-rubber lip with a reinforced body, HSS seals for the metals industry offer mills an easy-to-install solution for large diameter seals in mill stands. Providing the stiffness of a cotton fiber-reinforced seal, the HSS seals are available with lips made from nitrile rubber (NBR or either of two SKF-developed materials, SKF Duratemp (HNBR) and SKF Duralife (FKM).
Caster solutions
SKF self-aligning bearing system
Combining a spherical roller bearing in the locating position and a CARB torroidal roller bearing in the non-locating position, the SKF self-aligning bearing system accommodates misalignments while eliminating the internal axial forces that can negatively affect load distribution in other bearing systems.
SKF ConRo
Visitors can also learn about SKF ConRo, a robust, self-contained, modular roll line that includes bearings, seals, housings, grease, roll bodies and if required, water connections. Featuring a patented sealing system that protects bearings from ingress of water and contaminants, SKF ConRo can help cut roll line operating costs by up to 50% and increase roll service life by up to 25%.
SKF Caster Analyst System
Also due to be exhibited is the SKF Caster Analyst System, which consists of a specialized load and temperature unit for advanced, reliable, real-time data collection during production. By measuring the temperature, load and load duration, and analyzing the data in comparison with process data, the system helps slab caster operators identify potential causes for production stops such as bent rolls, misalignment, cooling problems and more.
Lubrication solutions
With the combination of Lincoln and SKF lubrication solutions and capabilities, SKF is able to develop efficient automatic lubrication systems tailored specifically for the requirements of the metals industry. Several such systems will be on display at METEC 2015.
Dual-line lubrication systems
SKF dual-line systems, including SKF DuoFlex and Lincoln Helios, are ideal for harsh applications with many lubrication points over long distances. SKF dual-line systems will be on display on the caster and rolling mill exhibits.
Multi-line lubrication systems
SKF ProFlex and Multi-Flex or Lincoln Quicklub progressive automatic lubrication systems use a piston pump to supply a defined amount of lubricant through the main line to a metering device that serves each outlet. An SKF progressive automatic lubrica¬tion system will be on display at the conveyor exhibit.
This single-point automatic lubrication system continuously delivers precisely measured amounts of lubricant to desired points via a gas-driven pump. SKF SYSTEM 24 will also be on display at the conveyor exhibit.
Support services and technologies
SKF Encompass Field Performance Programme
SKF experts will be available to discuss the new Generalized Bearing Life Model. Developed as part of the SKF EnCompass Field Performance Programme, the Generalized Bearing Life Model can help engineers, including those working in the Metallurgy Industry to calculate a more realistic bearing rating life by considering more influencing factors than ever before.
To address customer needs for improved bearing field performance, SKF has optimised the design of a number of its bearings, including SKF Explorer spherical roller bearings. Upgraded SKF Explorer spherical roller bearings feature improvements in surface finish and heat treatment that help enable a service life twice that of the previous industry-leading SKF Explorer bearings, especially under contaminated or poor lubrication conditions.
SKF Enlight
Combining a powerful new mobile app with a special Bluetooth-enabled sensor, SKF Enlight allows non-expert staff to gather t data such as vibration and temperature information using standard mobile devices on demand.
The package features three main elements: a mobile app entitled Data Collect, which turns a standard mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet into a data collection device; the SKF Wireless Machine Condition Detector (WMCD), which is a special sensor that measures vibration and temperature data – and relays it to Data Collect via Bluetooth; and – if appropriate – ruggedized Atex Zone 1-compliant tablets and smartphones.
SKF Insight at METEC
Bearings have long been considered the heart of rotating machinery. SKF Insight makes them the brain as well. Enabled by self-powered, wireless sensors integrated in the bearing or housing, SKF Insight continuously monitors bearing load, speed, vibration, lubrication and temperature, then sends the data via the SKF Cloud for 24/7 access and analysis by customers, or SKF reliability experts at Remote Diagnostic Centers worldwide.
In the past, condition monitoring techniques could only monitor bearing damage after it had occurred. SKF Insight can provide data to enable Bearing Health Management, a process that allows customers to see how real time operating conditions are impacting the health and remaining useful life of their bearings.
SKF Remote Monitoring Service
This SKF solution makes it possible for any mill with Internet access to implement a world-class predictive maintenance (PdM) programme for periodic or continuous monitoring of critical machinery. SKF Remote Monitoring Service is ideal for plants with limited staff trained in predictive maintenance techniques; operations with sites located remotely from a central facility; and original equipment manufacturers that desire to provide a value-added service to their customers.
METEC is the Metallurgy industry's largest exhibition, held once every four years. It takes place at the Trade Fair Center (Messe Dusseldorf) in Dusseldorf, Germany, on 16-20 June, 2015. Visitors to the event will find SKF at Hall 4, E20.
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SKF is a leading global supplier of bearings, seals, mechatronics, lubrication systems, and services which include technical support, maintenance and reliability services, engineering consulting and training. SKF is represented in more than 130 countries and has around 15,000 distributor locations worldwide. Annual sales in 2014 were SEK 70 975 million and the number of employees was 48 593.www.skf.com
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Lisa The Painful RPG takes place in a world where there are no women. Only men. Given the extreme subject matter its creator, Austin Jorgensen, could have gone the "funny" route or the "bleak as hell" route. He's gone the latter.
Described as a "game about survival, sacrifice, and perverts", it's set in a world where the disappearance of women has, as you'd expect, brought out the worst in the men. There are a lot of beards, and a lot of blood.
In order to add to the gravity of it all, Jorgensen wants there to be really heavy decisions available for the player to make, like "Giving up your limbs in exchange for the lives of your party members". Cheery.
Another neat feature is that he's making sure every single character in the game, including every NPC, is a unique entity, not simply a reskinned template or cut-n-paste job.
Due on PC, the game's currently up on Kickstarter. Feel free to back it if you enjoyed Y: The Last Man or like awesome t-shirt rewards.
Lisa The Painful RPG [Kickstarter, via Indie Games]


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Dickerson, CarGo each flirt with cycle in rout
Rockies bat around in sixth as Lyles picks up win in return from DL
DENVER -- Although it took 12 innings to decide Tuesday's game, manager Walt Weiss felt it was lost long before in the sixth when the Rockies failed to build on their lead with runners on second and third with one out.
Entering Wednesday's sixth inning, the Rockies were tasked with overtaking the lead, not growing it. But by the time the frame was over, the Rockies had made up for their lost opportunities and then some.
The Rockies batted around for six runs in the sixth inning Wednesday and never looked back from there en route to a 13-4 win over the Cubs at Coors Field.
"Nothing has come easy lately," Weiss said. "I don't want to say we coasted to the finish line because I don't feel it's ever a coast to the finish line. But it was it was nice see us break it open there in the second half of the game."
The runs were a season-high for the Rockies and all the key contributors came through to break their five-game slide.
Colorado's Nos. 3 through 7 batters combined to go 14-for-19 with 12 runs scored and 10 RBIs before Justin Morneau was replaced in a double-switch in the eighth when the game was clearly in hand.
In his first start since fracturing his non-pitching hand on June 4, right-hander Jordan Lyles showcased a new pitch he's been working on over the past two months: the split-changeup.
"This year my changeup hadn't been too great," Lyles said. "I wanted to figure out a way to offset my fastball, cutter and my harder curveball to get that gap in between speeds."
Lyles came out firing it right away and the results weren't too pretty against the first batter of the game.
"Funny thing is, the first one I threw, [Chris] Coghlan hits it for a triple," Lyles said. "But I have confidence in it. I know it's going to do great things for me down the road so I stuck with it and ended up throwing 20 of them."
Coghlan ended up a homer short of hitting for the cycle.
Lyles did his best to hang with Cubs right-hander Jake Arrieta all evening and he finally got some support when triples by Morneau and Corey Dickerson led to a three-run fourth inning.
Less than a week after holding the Rockies to one run over seven innings, Arrieta entered the sixth protecting a 4-3 lead. But by the time he'd leave the mound that inning, the Rockies would have already racked up seven consecutive hits without a single out.
"They took advantage of some spinning breaking stuff over the middle of the plate," Arrieta said. "It was stuff that didn't have enough bite to it. Give them credit to being ready in those situations and putting good swings on it."
The Rockies 13 hits off Arrieta set a new career-high for him and runs allowed (nine) tied his previous high-mark.
Dickerson finished with four hits for the third time this season, missing out on his first career cycle by one long ball.
Returning from an ankle injury that cost him three games, Carlos Gonzalez finished a triple shy of the cycle with three runs and two RBIs.
Gonzalez entered Wednesday with a .170 average (9-for-57) since returning from finger surgery on July 11. But against the Cubs -- a team who he had posted a lifetime .353 (36-for-102) average -- he came alive.
"Hopefully it's a sign he's getting on track again," Weiss said. "We've seen him have a night like this many times. When he gets rolling, it's something to see … hopefully he can get a stretch of health here and have a big finish for us. I expect he'll end up doing that."


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Maybe There Will Be A Day
Saturday, March 31, 2012
It would be nice to have a day where I can be off, tired, burned out without having everyone watching me. They wonder if I'm on a downhill slide. They wonder if my meds are off. They wonder is depression is looming.
Maybe, just maybe I'm having a bad day, just like typical people have. Maybe I'm tired from the week, maybe I'm worried about the future.
Not every mood change I have can be blamed on bipolar disorder.
Maybe, just maybe it's just been a bad day.


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This homemade costume for women entered our 2011 Halloween Costume Contest.
A word from Nancy, the 'Cowardly Lioness' costume creator:
I am the wearer of the Lioness costume. I made a bodysuit (and the ears and tail) out of beige stretch velvet, and embellished it with gold sequins. Made an elizabethan style corset with flocked silk shantung and black and gold braid and black sequins... The accessories (arm warmers, leg warmers, and skirt) are made of fake fur... I did buy the wig but it wasn't big enough so sewed in some extra curly extensions to make it super big and full to make an over the top lion's mane.


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Toxemia is the presence of abnormal substances in the blood, but the term is also used in reference to a condition in pregnancy also known as preeclampsia. This refers to pregnancy-induced hypertension (high blood pressure) and any possible accompanying symptoms, such as quick or sudden weight gain, water retention, and excessive swelling of the feet, hands, and face. The condition is most common among first pregnancies, with multiple births (e.g., twins), in younger or older women, and in women who had preeclampsia in previous pregnancies. It generally occurs near the due date, but it can also occur earlier in pregnancy. When monitoring a female with toxemia, the blood pressure and urine protein are checked often and bed rest may be prescribed. Toxemia can be mild or severe. When severe, it is dangerous for both the pregnant female and her child, especially if the mother's blood pressure gets too high.
Judith C. Rodriguez
Sizer, Frances, and Whitney, Eleanor (2003). Nutrition Concepts and Controversies, 9th edition. Belmont, CA: Thomson.
Internet Resources
Hill, D. Ashley. "Issues and Procedures in Women's Health: Pre-eclampsia." Available from http://www.obgyn.net