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Sony is planning to launch its S1 and S2 tablets in the UK this September, according to reports, with John Lewis lined up as one retailer to stock the device.
Sony has remained tight lipped on release dates for its pair of tablets, but it makes sense that they would be out before the Christmas rush and that's exactly what Engadget is reporting.
The site has said it has seen the release date for one unnamed Sony tablet and it will be arriving in the UK in September.
It's unclear which one is being released, or if it is both, but it looks like John Lewis is on board as a retailer for the tablets.
Tablet plans
The Sony S1 and S2 are Android 3.0 tablets that have rather unique designs. The S2 is a clamshell, while the S1 has a lip on its back which is said to help grip.
The S1 has a 9.4-inch screen and will be have Sony Bravia support.
TechRadar will be at IFA 2011 early September where we are hoping to hear more about Sony's tablet plans and get a hands on with the S1 and S2 as well.


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Before we even get into the swing of things the Premier League is taking a break for European qualifiers. But in the absence of EPL action this weekend it seems like an appropriate time to reflect on the early stages of league play. So far, Chelsea can't be stopped at home, Blackpool are no pushovers, and, in Manchester City's case, money can't buy results, at least not initially. This week we saw the European hangover bite Manchester City and Tottenham while Wigan let us know they're not relegated just yet. As always, feel free to leave your criticisms and submit your own rankings in the comments section. You can follow me on Twitter at twitter.com/Johnbo01 or email me at email@example.com
1. Chelsea (Last week, one)
It wasn't another 6-0 blowout but Chelsea's 2-0 victory over Stoke City on Saturday was as solid as they come. Stamford Bridge is a fortress and Florent Malouda is fast becoming one of the elite players in the Premier League, having four goals in three games. But for all the accolades being laid on the offense the Chelsea defense, which has gone 679 minutes without conceding a goal, that has been dominant. A cause for concern? Frank Lampard has missed three straight penalty kicks so Didier Drogba take that role from now on.
2. Manchester United (Last week, two)
While Manchester United isn't wowing anyone with spectacular goals or 6-0 blowouts, Sir Alex's men are still a strong title contender. Wayne Rooney finally got on the scoresheet and, I never thought I'd say this but, Dimitar Berbatov is one of the most entertaining strikers in the early stages of the campaign.
3. Arsenal (Last week, three)
Welcome to the Premier League, Theo Walcott. The four goals Walcott has scored through three games equals his career high for an entire season but what's most encouraging is his vastly improved, in-game intelligence. Arsenal are a substantial ways back from Chelsea and Manchester United but are in no real danger of conceding the third spot for now.
4. Manchester City (Last week, four)
To be fair, the Stadium of Light is a difficult place to win but to get zero points against a team like Sunderland does not bode well for Manchester City. Recent departures Stephen Ireland and Craig Bellamy have blasted Roberto Mancini's managerial tactics. Loyal City supporters will chalk it up to sour grapes but City needs to start playing up the their potential, and soon. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan expects to win immediatly and the easiest scapegoat is always the manager. They are still have enough talent to beat any team on any given day but when will they start playing like it?
5. Bolton Wanderers (Last week, six)
Three games in and the Wanderers are still unbeaten. The midfield continues to perform well and no one should count on getting points off of Owen Coyle's side this season.
6. Tottenham Hotspur (Last week, five)
The big concern for Spurs coming into the season was how the Champions League would affect their league form. The early answer is….adversely. The joyous victory over Young Boys, and the field-day headline writers had with it, was quickly forgotten as relegation-favorites Wigan embarrassed them at home.
7. Liverpool (Last week, seven)
A narrow victory over West Brom isn't the type of thing Liverpool supporters would normally get excited about, but this isn't a normal season at Anfield. Not only was it the first victory of the season, and a nice rebound from the embarrassment suffered against Manchester City, for Roy Hodgson but Fernando Torres returned to the scoresheet with a goal. Hodgson said the Spanish striker is still a few weeks away from being 100% match fit so things are looking up, if only slightly, in Liverpool.
8. Birmingham City (Last week, nine)
In only their second consecutive season in the Premier League Alex McLeish is unhappy with a win and two draws. Birmingham easily could be near the top of the table with seven points from three games but a late defensive collapse against Bolton keeps them at five. They have to start playing the full 90 but all the predictions of a "sophomore slump" look unfounded and Birmingham are looking dangerous.
9. Aston Villa (Last week, 13)
What to make of Aston Villa? Consistency is not something found in, or anywhere around, Villa Park through the first three games.Villa will use the international break to assess the performance of Kevin MacDonald, who's case was boosted with a 1-0 victory over Everton this weekend.
10. Newcastle United (Last week, 10)
Andrew who? That's the question everyone except Magpies supporters were asking when Andrew Carroll scored a hat trick against Aston Villa. Then a vital equalizer against Wolverhampton continued his impressive start to the season. Upcoming fixtures against Blackpool, Stoke and Everton give the newcomers an opportunity to break into the top half of the table.
11. Wolverhampton Wanderers (Last week, 11)
If Wolves had managed to hold on for a victory against Newcastle this weekend it would have been the best start to a Premier League season in their history. They're not world beaters by any stretch of the imagination but could this be a blessedly uneventful season at Mollineux stadium with no relegation threat? Mick McCarthy certainly hopes so.
12. Fulham (Last week, eight)
Fulham has shown some spirit with two consecutive comeback draws but a draw to Blackpool must be seen as two points dropped. Is anyone else seeing the pattern in Mark Hughes' teams? Bobby Zamora and Mark Schwarzer returning from injury should give Craven Cottage a boost.
13. Sunderland (Last week, 13)
For all the weaknesses at Sunderland they still possess an elite striker. Darren Bent's cool penalty upset the high-powered Manchester City in one of the more surprising results of the young season. Up next, they travel to Wigan in a game they really should win.
14. Blackpool (Last week, 17)
A late Fulham equalizer robbed the Tangerines of a thrilling victory in their home Premier Lague debut but Ian Holloway will be happy with the point. Blackpool are not the pushovers everyone pegged them as and their team chemistry is impressive for a club with so many new parts. Their inability to make any real splash in the transfer market could prove costly if injuries strike.
15. Everton (Last week, 12)
One point from three games is not the type of thing that should be associated with a team that beat Chelsea and Manchester United last spring. The Toffees, more than any other EPL side, are most in need of the international break to get their bearings. The funny thing is that Everton have been arguably the better team in all three of their fixtures but have come away with only one point combined. One costly mistake in each instance was the difference between a draw and a win or a loss and a draw. They're still a powerful side but are having trouble showing up for the occasion.
16. West Bromwich Albion (Last week, 15)
Three points from three game is exactly where West Brom are expected to be. The lack of a real striker will prevent them from ever rising out of a relegation battle but they could survive on the back of nicking a few surprises and holding serve at home.
17. Blackburn Rovers (Last week, 14)
After an opening-weekend victory over Everton, Blackburn have dropped two consecutive matches by one-goal margins. Their prospects were dealt a big blow when the transfer window closed before the club's sale to Ahsan Ali Syed, who is now in hot water over alleged business infractions, became final. If Syed is successful in buying the club and follows up with his promise of a large transfer budget for Sam Allardyce then Blackburn could be a much stronger side in the second half of the season once the transfer window reopens.
18. Wigan Athletic (Last week, 20)
In what was no doubt the shock of the weekend, Wigan broke their slump by upsetting Tottenham at White Heart Lane. It was a much-needed shot in the arm for Roberto Martinez's club and should give them confidence ahead of a winnable home matchup against Sunderland. But let's not forget that this is still the Wigan who scored zero goals and conceded 18 over their previous three games and it will take more than the occasional shocker to rescue their season.
19. Stoke City (Last week, 18)
Stoke, like Everton, have played well in their three matches but zero points is still zero points. At the end of the season no bonuses are awarded for wrongfully-disallowed goals or only losing by two at Samford Bridge. In a Premier League that will axe a manager at the first sign of trouble Tony Pulis might be in danger.
20. West Ham United (Last week, 19)
These are not pleasant times in the east end of London and there doesn't seem to be a light at the end of the tunnel. It could be October before the Hammers get their first point of the campaign. Even Avrahm Grant think West Ham won't be able to find their legs until 10-15 games into the season. Horray for confidence!


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Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Heart Failure
A priest friend suggested I had been hiding out with the Pope, I have to admit I can't help but be a little amused by the Pope being hunted around the Vatican by Cardinals demanding the sweet Vicar of Christ does his job job and respond to their dubia. That like S Philip Neri, whose heart was twice the size it should have been, I had been called to soothe his reported rage, it is not true.
Since Friday 12th Nov I was in the "Heart Failure Unit" of the local hospital. Basically my heart had been working at twice its proper speed and had failed to remove fluid from my body, which I have been peeing in great quantity, I am home now and a fifth lighter than I was,
I should be alright once my heart has strengthened I have been back to hospital to have its rhythm corrected.
I would appreciate prayers.
Tuesday, November 08, 2016
Hero of Hacksaw Ridge
Something good from the States: Mel Gibson's new film Hacksaw Ridge received a 10 minute ovation at the Venice Film Festival, it is about a non-combatant Seventh Day Adventist medical orderly, Desmond Doss, and his repeated efforts to save 75 of his wounded comrades.
A Choice Between Monsters!
For Americans a choice between two monsters, one perhaps just marginally lest monstrous than the other.
In nearby Lewes "Dave" Cameron our former Prime Minister who resigned after Brexit, was burnt in effigy at the Lewes Guy Fawkes Night festivities.
They burnt the Pope too, but they always do, more-or-less ever since 13 Protestants were executed under good Queen Mary. For Americans Lewes was the home of Thomas Paine.
Bad leadership seems to be a mark of the 21st Century, perhaps it ever was but I suspect in the Church the further we distance ourselves from what Jesus explicitly teaches, the worst leaders will get and as in the Church so in Western society.
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One of the most visible crises caused by China's new north-western coal power bases is an ever drier Yellow River, a river considered by the Chinese people as a totem of their culture. The Yellow River, already challenged by water grabbing and pollution, will be further drained by five coal bases. These five coal bases, proven to contain 41% of the country's total coal reserves, are all located on the upper stream of the river. These "big five" are all also heavy consumers of water, sucking the Yellow River's tributaries up and causing them to run dry more frequently, and cutting off water that would otherwise feed into the Yellow River.
Here is a look at the sustained abuse that has been inflicted on the "Mother River" over the last decade.
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Corn Meal, Corn Grits, Chicken, Brewers Rice, Dried Beet Pulp, Soy Protein Isolate, Fish Meal, Chicken Flavor, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed Tocopherols, a source of Vitamin E), Dried Egg Product, Gum Arabic, Fructooligosaccharides, Brewers Dried Yeast, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Fish Oil (preserved with mixed Tocopherols, a source of Vitamin E), Potassium Chloride, Flax Meal, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Beta-Carotene, Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Niacin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate [source of Vitamin B1], Pyridoxine Hydrochloride [source of Vitamin B6], Vitamin A Acetate, Riboflavin Supplement [source of Vitamin B2], Inositol, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Potassium Citrate, DL-Methionine, Choline Chloride, Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Potassium Iodide, Cobalt Carbonate), Ethoxyquin (a preservative), Rosemary Extract
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Crude Protein, minimum 18.0
Crude Fat, minimum 12.0
Crude Fiber, maximum 4.0
Moisture, maximum 10.0
Omega-6 Fatty Acids, minimum 1.75*
Omega-3 Fatty Acids, minimum 0.35*
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Renal - Early Stage/Canine Dry Formula is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for Maintenance.
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Inadequate meat content, low quality grain, controversial filler, chemical preservative
This product is a veterinary diet. These comments relate solely to our opinion of the ingredients used in this product and cannot replace medical advice relating to disease.
The main content of this food is low quality grain. Corn is a difficult to digest grain of limited value in dog food. As "grits" it is corn missing the bran and germ, and is a grain fragment we consider primarily filler. Brewers rice is a low quality grain and byproduct.
The third ingredient in the food is a named meat product. This is not a meat meal, but is inclusive of water content (about 80%). Once this is removed, as it must be to create a dehydrated product, the ingredient will weigh around 20% of its wet weight. As ingredients are listed in order of weight, it is thus unlikely that this is truely the first ingredient in the food, but would be more accurately placed much further down the ingredient list as a minor ingredient in the food. The sole true meat ingredient in the food is the 7th ingredient. This is a fish meal, but we are unable to locate any guarantee by the manufacturer that this ingredient is free of ethoxyquin. Ethoxyquin is a chemical preservative commonly added to fish ingredients destined for pet foods and which is banned from use in human foods because it is believed to be carcinogenic.
Beet pulp is a controversial filler. It is a by-product, being dried residue from sugar beets which has been cleaned and extracted in the process of manufacturing sugar. It is a controversial ingredient in dog food, claimed by some manufacturers to be a good source of fibre, and derided by others as an ingredient added to slow down the transition of rancid animal fats and causing stress to kidney and liver in the process. We note that beet pulp is an ingredient that commonly causes problems for dogs, including allergies and ear infections, and prefer not to see it used in dog food. There are less controversial products around if additional fibre is required. We would prefer to see the use of whole eggs rather than egg product in the food. Soy protein boosts the (low) protein content of the food, but this is low quality protein compared to meat. Soy is also very commonly linked with food allergy problems.
This product used chemical preservative. As above, Ethoxyquin is a chemical preservative commonly added to fish ingredients destined for pet foods and which is banned from use in human foods because it is believed to be carcinogenic.
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The Taketsuru Sessions
Named after the 'father of Japanese whisky', the 'Taketsuru' range is one that Nikka is very proud of and understandably so. It's a blend of malt whiskies from their Yoichi and Miyagikyo distilleries and it has captured many prestigious awards over the years. With the exception of the older expressions, it's very reasonably priced and well-liked by 'casual' whisky drinkers and hard-core malt enthusiasts alike here in Japan. We've never really featured the whole range on Nonjatta, so we thought it was high time for a Taketsuru session. Well, we made it three sessions…
The first of these sessions took place in December of last year when I tasted the core range (12yo, 17yo, 21yo and 25yo), all blind but in the company of many other Japanese whiskies. The second session took place a few weeks ago (October 2013) and was spurred by the introduction of two new Taketsuru releases: a permanent no-age-statement one (NAS for short) which is set to replace the 12yo; and a sherry-finished limited edition of the new NAS (which we'll refer to as the NAS Sherry Wood below). This session took place in the same setting but without any other whiskies. I was keen to get a second opinion and decided to invite Michael Ries of the Los Angeles Whisk(e)y Society & Southern California Whisky Club, who was in Tokyo on holiday at the time, to join me. The third session (for confirmation purposes) was a solo session again. It focused on the old 12yo and its replacement, the new NAS, and took place earlier today.
At the first session, I scored loads of Japanese whiskies (covering the entire spectrum from blends to single casks, from malt to grain whisky, from ultra-young to old-and-forbiddingly-expensive) but looking at the scores for the 4 Taketsurus among them, the following ranking emerged:
1) 25yo
2) 21yo
3) 17yo
4) 12yo
So much for the 'age doesn't matter' argument…. well, just talking about the Taketsuru range, obviously.
1) 25yo
2) NAS Sherry Wood
3) 21yo
4) 17yo
5) 12yo
The third session – and actually, many other informal comparisons of the new NAS and the old 12yo over the past couple of weeks – confirmed my feeling that the replacement (i.e. the NAS) isn't of the same quality as the one that it's kicking out (the 12yo). The NAS is deceptive on the nose – with more fruit and more sweetness – to the point where it may lead you to think it's actually an improvement on the old 12yo, but it's in the mouth that it reveals its weaknesses. In spite of being bottled at 43%abv (unlike the 12yo which is bottled at 40%abv), the NAS lacks the roundness, the balance and the depth of the 12yo. On the palate, the NAS also reveals the presence of younger component malts. My guess is that – if forced to reveal its age – the NAS would be an 8yo, possibly even younger. The irony is that the pricing is almost identical – in fact, at my local supermarket the 12yo is priced a few hundred yen lower than what you would pay for the new NAS in many places. Time to stock up on the 12yo… before it's too late.
The big question at the end of the second session was: how can a sherry-finished version of a NAS that's not exactly stellar beat expressions such as the 21yo and 17yo which – between them – have won 'Best Blended Malt in the World' five times at the World Whiskies Awards? I'm not sure what the answer to that one might be… Is the limited edition NAS Sherry Wood really the same NAS (albeit finished) or was there a different recipe involved? If it is the same, it must have benefitted considerably from the extra marrying period in sherry wood. Whatever the case, the Nikka people must have done something special because the NAS Sherry Wood is a truly spectacular addition to the Taketsuru range. Except, it's not really an addition because it's already long gone – all 2,900 bottles sold out in a flash and your only chances of getting hold of a bottle (which was priced very reasonably at around 3,500 yen) are on the auction circuit now.
So what are the conclusions?
1. Age does seem to matter – in this case – and the 25yo Taketsuru still stands out as the best in the range, although it's hardly the best in terms of value-for-money as a bottle will set you back around 50,000 yen.
2. Dropping the age-statement on an entry-level expression is never an 'innocent' move… In the Taketsuru-case, various other things seem to have been dropped in the process, too (age of component whiskies, overall quality). Not the price, though.
3. The NAS Sherry Wood is a mystery… and a beautiful one. And it's beautiful, also, because it reminds us that, at the end of the day, there are no clear rules, there is no simple logic when it comes to understanding what makes a whisky superb … and that's reassuring.
5 comments:
- Unknown said...
Thank you for conducting this experiment! It's really interesting that the NAS Sherry could outclass the award winning 21 and 17. Goes to show that just because distilleries are moving towards NAS, it's not always a bad thing.
- November 5, 2013 at 3:41 AM
- Stefan Van Eycken said...
Hi Kevin - thanks for your comment. I agree, it's not always a bad thing, and this NAS Sherry Wood Finish really is stunning. However - and I didn't mention this in the article - the prototype of this NAS Sherry Wood Finish carried a label with the age statement '12yo' (this was presented at a few events earlier in the year). It is highly likely that the NAS Sherry Wood is in fact a 12yo Sherry Wood, but that - because Nikka wanted to introduce their new NAS and put the spotlight on that - they removed the age-statement from the Sherry Wood Finish edition, so that some of the positive responses to that NAS Sherry Wood would 'rub off' on the new NAS (by association). So, it could well be a 12yo Sherry Wood Finish. At the end of the day, all that matters is what's in the bottle, but it strikes me as a bit odd that this NAS Sherry Wood is so good, whereas the regular NAS is ... well, not quite as good as the rest of the range.
- November 6, 2013 at 6:27 PM
One expression that I have not seen a review of is the 17yo NCF 46% from last year.
I bought 2 bottles and have nearly finished one!
It is very easy to drink & is a whisky that I particularly like.
It's like a concentrated, stylish essence of the standard 17yo.
- November 14, 2013 at 7:51 PM
- Stefan Van Eycken said...
I tried the 17yo NCF at a bar in Osaka (actually, The Court - a Nikka ambassador) and liked it very much, too. But the environment wasn't conducive to taking detailed notes. I was just there to enjoy a couple of drams and talk with the people. I do my all my 'analytical' tasting in my 'neutral' studio at home.
- November 18, 2013 at 8:40 PM
Stefan, how many bottles of taketsuru 25 have been bottled?
- May 7, 2015 at 4:08 AM


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The Optimum Health Plan is a program created by Andrew Weil, M.D. that uses ideas from integrative medicine to improve a dieter's physical and emotional health.
Dr. Andrew Weil developed the Optimum Health Plan. He attended Harvard University, from which he received a bachelor's degree in biology in 1964. He then attended Harvard Medical School, from which he received his medical degree in 1968. Dr. Weil believes strongly in integrative medicine. Integrative medicine is described as choosing among the best of both conventional and alternative medicine. Conventional medicine is the scientific and technological medicine that most people think of when they think of going to a doctor or hospital. Alternative medicine encompasses techniques that are more natural, such as using herbs to try to heal patients. Integrative medicine attempts to choose the least invasive alternatives when attempting to help a patient and does not use all methods used in alternative medicine. Instead, it makes use of the ideas in alternative medicine that have been scientifically proven. In this way, doctors who practice integrative medicine try to treat the entire patient, including both physical and emotional components, using the best of alternative and conventional medicine.
Dr. Weil released his book 8 Weeks to Optimum Health: A Proven Program For Taking Full Advantage of Your Body's Natural Healing Power in 1997. He released a revised and updated version of the book in 2006. He has also written a number of other books designed to go with his program including ;Maximizing the 8 Weeks to Optimum Health Plan. He has released both a compact disc version on the program and a video version. He has authored a recipe book and many books on other topics in integrative medicine.
The Optimum Health Plan is available in a number of different formats. It is available in Dr. Weil's book 8 Weeks to Optimal Health, in his 72 minute educational video of the same title, and online through the "My Optimum Health Plan" program on his Web site, . The idea behind the various Optimum Health Plan products is that for best results change should be accomplished slowly, one step at a time.
Dr. Weil lays out an eight week long plan that makes changes slowly over that time period, so that by the end of the program the dieter has made significant diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes, all accomplished little by little. Dr. Weil uses ideas behind integrative medicine, such as the idea that there is a tie between mental health and physical health, to make health and well-being recommendations for the whole person. This means that, according to integrative medicine, it is important to treat the entire person, even if the complaint or problem seems to be just medical, because the physical body and the mind and emotional aspects of a person are all interconnected. Dr. Weil believes in the uses of various aspects of both alternative medicine and conventional medicine, and his plan reflects this.
The Optimum Health Plan makes recommendations for diet, exercise, and emotional and spiritual well being. Dr. Weil advocates a diet that does not contain very much meat or other animal products. Instead, he advocates getting most protein from healthier sources such as soy. He also recommends a diet that includes a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables. He suggests that dieters stay away from most processed foods, especially fast foods, and instead prepare healthy, nutritious meals from fresh ingredients.
Dr. Weil makes recommendations about exercise, as well as many other aspects of health. He suggests vitamins and supplements, herbs, breathing exercises, relaxation, stress-reduction techniques, and other ideas to help make the dieter healthier in every respect. There are various changes to the plan suggested to help personalize it for people who have different
Alternative medicine—a system of healing that rejects conventional, pharmaceutical-based medicine and replaces it with the use of dietary supplements and therapies such as herbs, vitamins, minerals, massage, and cleansing diets. Alternative medicine includes well-established treatment systems such as homeopathy, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Ayurvedic medicine, as well as more-recent, fad-driven treatments.
Conventional medicine—mainstream or Western pharmaceutical-based medicine practiced by medical doctors, doctors of osteopathy, and other licensed health care professionals
Dietary supplement—a product, such as a vitamin, mineral, herb, amino acid, or enzyme, that is intended to be consumed in addition to an individual's diet with the expectation that it will improve health
Integrative Medicine—A medical outlook combining aspects of conventional and alternative medicines.
Mineral—An inorganic substance found in the earth that is necessary in small quantities for the body to maintain a health. Examples: zinc, copper, iron.
Vitamin—A nutrient that the body needs in small amounts to remain healthy but that the body cannot manufacture for itself and must acquire through diet.
concerns, such as seniors, pregnant women, people with diabetes, and others.
My Optimum Health Plan, the online version of Dr. Weil's program, allows dieters to customize their plans even further. Dieters can choose meal plans based on preferences, allergies, and dietary needs. The Web site also gives dieters access to recipes thatgo along with the meal plan, and the site will produce a shopping list for dieters to make grocery shopping easier.
The Website also provides dieters with an online diary where they can record their feelings and successes or frustrations as they follow the program. There is a mood tracker that lets dieters record their mood each time they log into the site so that they can observe any change in their mood over the course of the program.
Emotional support and increased emotional and spiritual well being is very important to all versions of the program. In addition to recommendations about meditation, deep breathing, and other ideas designed to reduce stress and foster a sense of peace and well-being, the online version of the program allows dieters to interact with other people trying to improve their lives through Dr. Weil's program. It provides message boards, tips, inspirational messages, and videos from Dr. Weil himself.
Dr. Weil believes that his Optimum Health Plan can help dieters in many ways. In addition to helping people lose weight, it is intended to lead to overall better health. He also says that his plan can help people age gracefully and can reduce the risk of many diseases. It can help dieters achieve a better quality of sleep at night, leading to more energy during the day. Overall he believes his plan can improve the health of dieters, physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
The Optimum Health Plan is intended to be a lifestyle-changing plan. It is intended to produce more than weight loss, although that is one of its benefits. The dieter is expected to continue to follow the recommendations of the plan well after the eight weeks are over. The plan is intended to have a lasting impact on all aspects of a dieter's daily life.
There are many benefits to losing weight if it is done at a moderate pace through healthy eating and increased exercise. The Optimum Health Plan would generally be considered appropriate for moderate weight loss through healthy living. Obesity is a risk factor for type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and many other diseases and conditions. People who are the most obese are generally at the greatest risk for developing these diseases, and for having the most severe symptoms if the diseases do develop. Weight loss can reduce the risk of these and other obesity-related conditions, and can help reduce the severity of associated symptoms.
Dieters may find the slow, step-by-step process encouraged by Dr. Weil to be a significant benefit of this plan. For many people, making huge lifestyle changes rapidly can be very difficult. Focusing on making small changes in one area of life at a time can make change seem more manageable. The eight-week time period of the plan is longer than that for many plans, but this may also benefit dieters because good habits take time to become ingrained, so by the end of the diet, dieters may find that they have many good habits already internalized. This may make it easier to continue with the recommendations of the plan after the eight weeks are over.
Anyone thinking of beginning a new diet should consult a physician or other medical professional. Each person is different, and daily requirements of calories, vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients can differ from person to person depending on age, weight, sex, activity level, the presence of certain diseases and conditions. A doctor can help a dieter determine if a diet is likely to be safe and effective for that dieter, and if is the best diet to meet the dieter's personal goals. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should be especially cautious because when a baby receives all of its nutrients from its mother what the mother eats can affect the baby's health and well-being.
When a diet or lifestyle plan recommends vitamins and mineral supplements or herbal supplements, it is especially important that the dieter discuss beginning such a regimen with his or her doctor. Although many therapies embraced by alternative medicine have scientific support, it is crucial that dieters discuss these therapies with their personal physician and do not attempt to undertake them without proper medical supervision.
There are some risks to any diet. Anytime a dieter begins to eat a restricted diet there is some risk that not all the vitamins and minerals needed for good health will be consumed each day. A dietary supplement or multivitamin may help reduce these risks. Because supplements and vitamins have their own risks, and are not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration in the same way as prescription medicine, dieters
- Is this diet the best diet or lifestyle plan to meet my goals?
- Would a multivitamin or other dietary supplement be appropriate for me if I were to begin this diet?
- What kind of exercise might be appropriate for my lifestyle and fitness level?
- Is this diet appropriate for my entire family?
- Is it safe for me to follow this diet over a long period of time?
- Is this diet the best diet to meet my goals?
should be cautious about which supplements they choose. Talking to a doctor can help dieters choose a multivitamin or supplement that is right for their individual needs.
Research and general acceptance
There have not been any significant scientific studies done to determine the effectiveness of Dr. Weil's program. However, it is generally accepted that a healthy diet is one that contains many different fruits and vegetables, stress reduction, and exercise, as these all have positive effects on the body.
The United States Department of Agriculture makes recommendations for how many servings of each food group should be consumed each day for good health. This recommendations are in the MyPyr-amid food guidelines, and can be found at . Any healthy diet should generally follow the guidelines as laid out in the MyPyr-amid guide. The Optimum Health Plan would meet these requirements for most people, but because of the recommendations against meat, dieters may want to ensure that they are getting enough servings from the meat and beans group. MyPyramid recommends that healthy adults eat the equivalent of 5–6.5 ounces from this food group each day.
Studies have shown that diet and exercise are more effective at producing long-term, sustainable weight loss when done in combination than either diet or exercise is, when done alone. The Optimum Health Plan advocates making changes in both of these areas slowly, which may add up to large positive outcomes in the long term.
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03 May, 2017I flew in to see the kick off show and man was it difficult to get to the show without a car not to mention stressful but, where there is a will...there is a way....it was an adventure.
17 July, 2010
Popmart tour kickoff!I had mixed feelings about this show. My girlfriend at the time (now my wife) and I made it to this show about 15 minutes before they took the stage. "Popmuzik" was played while Bono did the boxing thing through the crowd to the stage. "I Will Follow" was good hear. They messed up "Staring At The Sun" which sounded great the second time. This was the full-band version, unlike most of the tour where it was just Bono and Edge. They also played a more full version of "If God Will Send His Angels" which was dropped about 5 shows in the tour (something like that). That was awesome! "Do You Feel Loved" was good. That was dropped later too. They played their whole setlist well and the big lemon was funny, but you could tell that the show didn't flow -- it wasn't polished. They really did need more rehearsal time. Even the next morning, I remember saying that there was something missing -- that little something. that spark that most all U2 shows have. But all in all, we had fun!
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Gambling with the StarsI flew in from NYC and met up with friends who arrived from L.A. We weren't too fussed about seeing Rage Against the Machine, but hadn't realized what trouble we would have getting a taxi to bring us out to the Stadium. Luckily for us, we were staying in the band's hotel, and shared a taxi with a guy called Declan who said he was one of the stage managers. He phoned for a police escort, while we joked about wondering if they'd play "I Will Follow". Declan remained mum on that. Arrived at the stadium with our police escort, only to head up to out nosebleed seats. Last time I'd seen a U2 gig had been in 1983. Sure enough, they actually did play "I Will Follow". I was truly impressed by the production, even if I did miss the "old days" a little. I adored the boxing gown, the lemon, the giant disco balls, and workes by artists who are friends of mine, like Jenny Holzer. Afterwards, I played 21 with Dennis Hopper, roulette with Sigourney Weaver, and tried to explain craps to Wynona Ryder.
16 March, 2010
They messed up "Staring at the Sun"What I remember about this evening was the little row that occurred when they began playing "Staring At The Sun". They had to start it three times, and take a little break in between two and three to have a little spat. It was funny, sweet, and totally unforgettable.


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American and Canadian citizens must have a passport that is valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended return date in order to enter and depart the country. Each traveler is responsible for ensuring that his/her passport is up to date. Citizens of other nationalities should check with respective authorities before departure. Please ensure that the name on your passport matches all travel documents we have issued. If this is not the case, please contact us immediately.
Your passport must have at least one blank page for the entry stamp. This cannot include the 'endorsement' page at the back.
Please make a photocopy of your passport's identification page and keep it separate from your original. It's also a good idea to leave a digital copy with someone at home. This may speed up the replacement process should you lose your passport.
Visas are required for American and Canadian citizens. All visas (E-Visa) applications must be completed via the Government of Uganda's website:
Under the new application process, you must apply online for all immigration services such as visas, permits, and passes at least two weeks prior to travel. The fee for a single entry tourist visa is $50. Acceptance or refusal of the application will be sent via email. If approved, an approval letter will be sent. Travelers will need to print out the letter and present it together with a valid passport at the port of entry.
Cancelation and Medical Insurance is highly recommended as it can safeguard against the expenses associated with in-country medical emergencies, lost or delayed baggage and emergency cancelation or interruption of your trip. Please ensure your policy will provide you with upfront medical coverage so that you are not responsible for a hefty doctor's bill while away. Insurance can be purchased through us.
Currently Required Vaccinations: Yellow Fever Vaccination Cards are mandatory for entry into Uganda.
Malaria risks do exist though it is extremely rare. The risk is less at higher elevations or in hotter locations. Speak to your medical practitioner for more details. Immunizations against hepatitis B and tuberculosis are recommended. HIV/AIDS are at a high risk throughout the country and precautions should be taken.
We recommend consulting the World Health Organization and your physician to help you make decisions about the right vaccinations for your travels." Here is the link to the WHO's vaccination recommendation info: http://apps.who.int/tools/geoserver/www/ith/index.html
We always recommend that you see a doctor or health-care provider who specializes in Travel Medicine. They will best determine your vaccination and medication needs based on your health and immunization history, areas of the country you will be visiting, planned activities and up-to-the-minute requirement changes.
If there are any medical items that are essential to your health, such as prescription drugs or corrective eye wear, bring duplicates and divide them between your checked bags and hand luggage. While non-prescription drugs such as aspirin are generally available, it is difficult to replace prescription items.
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Uganda has a tropical climate which varies depending on altitude, two dry seasons (December – March & June – September) and two wet seasons (March – June & September - December). The best time to visit is during the months of December – March where the days are long and the temperature reaches 29 degree Celsius.
For up-to-date forecasts, check weather.com.
Electricity in Uganda is 220V/50HZ. Outlets are square and three pin in the Type G British style. We advise not to bring a hair dryer as it could blow a fuse. To conserve power in environmentally sensitive areas lodges may turn off electricity overnight. If you have a medical device that requires 24 hour electricity please contact your travel consultant.
Phone: Roaming charges vary between carriers, but tend to be quite costly. Consult your phone provider prior to departure to discuss overseas rates and international package options. It is also possible to purchase a SIM card locally to avoid international charges when calling numbers within Uganda. (You should check to see that your cell phone is SIM card compatible.)
Internet: Is not accessible from the camp rooms, most lodges do have wireless or a shared business computer in the main area to check email. Local connections are exceptionally slow and can be costly (as much as $10 per half hour). Smartphones such as BlackBerrys and iPhones will actually download data much faster than computers. Again, roaming and data charges can be exceptionally high – so please talk to your phone provider to pre-purchase a data plan for when you are on safari.
The currency is the Ugandan Shilling (UGX). One US dollar is roughly equivalent to 2560.00 UGX. Coins in circulation are as follows: 1, 2, 5, 10, 50, 100, 200 and 500 shillings. Banknotes in circulation are as follows: 1000, 5000, 10 000, 20, 000 and 50 000. Coins are not often use as they have very little value. Generally speaking, we advise bringing $50 -75 USD per day, per person, for spending money. Be sure to bring lots of small bills for porters, wait staff and housekeeping (not obligatory and based on your satisfaction).
Capital: Kampala
Language: Swahili and English
Currency: Ugandan Shilling (UGX)
Religion: Christian
Time Zone: UTC + 03 (East Africa Time)
Electricity: 220V/50HZ
Telephone: Country code for calling outside of Uganda 256
Calling North America: Dial 001 and your 10 digit number
Emergency numbers in Uganda: Police, Fire Brigade and Ambulance 999
If you're going to be gorilla trekking while in Uganda, you'll first need to obtain a permit. Gorilla trekking permits cost US $600 per person throughout most of the year, except the months of April and May when permits are $450 per person. You'll need your passport when you arrive at the park so officials can check your trekking permit.
While gorilla trekking, there are some key items you'll want to bring with you. Keeping arms and legs covered is important to avoid getting any cuts or scrapes while in the forest. Long sleeves, pants, and a light rain jacket will keep you covered and dry in case it starts raining while hiking. You may also want to pack a separate pair of waterproof pants to pull on in case of rain. Comfortable hiking boots are imperative as you'll be spending the day trekking through the forest and don't want to be fussing over uncomfortable shoes. You'll be walking through mud and dirt so consider wearing clothing that you don't mind getting dirty.
You'll want to bring lots of snacks and water with you to keep you going throughout the hike. Although you will be stopping to eat lunch, you may find your energy draining and will want to be able to eat a quick snack to pick it back up.
Some other items to consider packing in a small backpack for your trek:
Note: If you'd prefer not to carry your gear throughout your trek, you can hire a Porter to carry your small bag and assist you up hills and through challenging parts of the forest. Just let your guide know that you're interested in hiring a porter and they'll find one for you at the park entrance.
The following are guidelines and you may tip more or less at your discretion:
Please keep in mind that Porters do not earn a salary, so if you choose to take a porter or two, they will depend on your tip. Guides, Trackers, and Security personnel earn salaries.


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The casino behind the 6:5 blackjack payout
Which Colorado casino proposed changing the rules to allow operators to lower the payout on blackjacks from 3-to-2 to 6-to-5?
The Double Eagle Hotel & Casino in Cripple Creek, according to Division of Gaming spokesman Don Burmania.
Regulators approved the change last month, and operators can implement the lower payout beginning April 30.
Michael Smith (pictured), CEO of Double Eagle's parent company, said other casinos were also involved in the proposal.
"The request was made by some casinos. My table games folks were involved in the submission," Smith said.
Smith is the president of the Colorado Gaming Association, an industry trade group that represents about two dozen casinos in the state.
He said Double Eagle is considering adding a single-deck, pitch game that would feature the lower blackjack payout.
"That's what we're discussing. I don't know if it's ultimately going to happen," he said. "That's the only thing we're considering at this time."
Implementing the 6-to-5 payout on multi-deck games would swing the odds heavily in the house's favor. No Colorado casinos have publicly stated that they have plans to do so. It may just be a matter of time before that happens, though.
Many casinos in Vegas, which approved 6-to-5 in the late 1990s, now feature the lower payout on their multi-deck games.