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Listening is an ability that gets developed by doing it. You have to both listen to the same thing often enough to get beneath the surface and to constantly listen to new things. And by new things, I mean things you've never heard before, things you don't like on first hearing, even things you hate. The constant consumption of the same old, same old kills off the ability. If you want to see where the exclusive snobs are, it's in the people who will brush off the work of great pioneers like Coleman, or Betty Carter or Arnold Schoenberg or Milton Babbitt as they go back to not listen to the same, sappy three minute tune for the thousandth time. To deride music as carefully and daringly produced as theirs because it failed to entertain on the first hearing, to think that such a superficial brush off was worth the breath wasted to express it, now that's snobbery.
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DUSHANBE -- A Tajik court has sentenced nine people for smuggling large amounts of gold and cash from Dushanbe to Dubai and Istanbul, in a case that has been closely watched in Tajikistan.
The Dushanbe City Court said the men -- all of them Tajik citizens -- were handed prison terms ranging from two to 5 1/2 years on April 20.
Five of the men -- whose occupations weren't disclosed -- were convicted of smuggling cash and gold from the Tajik-Afghan border to Dushanbe and further to foreign countries.
Four others -- three border guards and a police officer -- were found guilty of aiding the smugglers.
The defendants' lawyers did not immediately comment, but several family members told RFE/RL on condition of anonymity on April 24 that they were not planning to appeal the sentences.
Investigations revealed that the group smuggled nearly 1.4 tons of gold bars and more than $100 million in cash between early September and mid-November last year, the court said.
The men used forged documents to transfer the goods from Dushanbe to the United Arab Emirates and Turkey, it said.
The probe began after Tajik authorities seized nearly 90 kilograms of gold bars and about $15 million in cash from smugglers at the Dushanbe airport on November 14.
According to the State Customs Service, the goods were discovered before they were loaded onto a Dubai-bound plane.
On February 27, an Afghan TV channel linked the smuggled gold and cash to Mohammad Mirza Katawazai, the deputy chairman of the Afghan parliament.
The report by the 1TV channel came on the same day as Katawazai arrived in Tajikistan as part of an Afghan parliamentary delegation.
Katawazai rejected the allegation. Upon his return to Kabul, he resigned from the deputy speaker's post.
Tajik authorities have never publicly mentioned Katawazai's name in connection with the smuggling case.
Authorities say the investigation continues.


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Aylen Alvarez is a Cuban fitness model and social media influencer who has gained extreme popularity on Instagram with more than 3.3 million fans. She is best known for displaying photos showing her curves and lifestyle on Instagram.
This model has been the subject of numerous articles in many magazines, including Hardbody and Lowrider. Alvarez was also a spokesperson for Alliance Entertainment Group from 2006 to 2010. She is currently considered one of the most popular models and influential media personalities in the world.
Aylen Alvarez' Biography
Aylen Alvarez was born on February 8, 1987, in Santiago de Cuba. She was raised by her mother and little sister Aylin Alvarez. These are all the available information about her childhood and education, which she rarely talks about.
Alvarez started working with the ADM Celebrity Fitness Model & Talent Agency in 2005. Her fitness modeling career took off after meeting Derrick "DTeflon" Ling, CEO of the Alliance Entertainment Group, via a friend in Miami. The two later formed a close friendship and soon after, DTeflon created the advertising that launched her into fame as the next superstar in the entertainment industry.
Although this was not a smooth start for Cuban beauty her passion perseverance and vibrant personality have earned her more attention and a reputation as one of the best models. DTeflon who has assumed the role of a manager has taken initiative to propel her professional modeling and fitness career and help her achieve the level of success she deserves.
Her first step to the forefront of fitness was made in 2006 when her former gym coach, Carl, said she had what it takes to succeed in the fitness industry, which was a slim and curved body, plus raw energy. He motivated her to compete and took her to some fitness shows to see what it was all about.
From then on Alvarez took it upon herself to succeed. She competed in the Muscle Mania World Championship and in her very first appearance on stage she placed in the top 4 beating dozens of other girls who competed in the show. It did not slow down after that.
Over the years Aylen Alvarez has constantly set fire to podiums magazine pages screens and websites working with photographers such as Eye Candy Wild Imaginations Rob Simms Onyx Photographer Eric Frieman's and many others. With her great sense of professionalism splendid sophistication sensual style and determination to succeed she has become one of Miami's most sought-after models.
ALSO READ: Noel Leon Profile: Facts You Need To Know About The Instagram Star
Family Life
Alvarez is single and lives his dream of traveling and exploring beautiful cities around the world. Her sister Aylin who is also a model is her only family after their mother's death in 2018.
She shared her grief on Instagram on June 4 which explains her sudden absence from the booming platform. On her page, she explained that her mother's death was quite unexpected since she was only 63 years old. She died of a stroke because of an invisible blood clot.
The model describes her mother as the sweetest and most amazing woman she has ever come to love as her best friend. To better mourn and honor her dear departed mother Alvarez took nearly a month off from social media.
Interesting Details about Aylen Alvarez
1. Aylen Alvarez is also a budding actress but she was first a model.
2. Half Cuban and half Brazilian exploded on the entertainment scene aboard the Alliance Entertainment group in 2006. She moved from Las Vegas Nevada to South Beach Miami after being recruited by Derrick "DTeflon" Ling who is her manager best friend and CEO of Star Celebrity Bodyguard & Entertainment Hollywood of the Alliance Entertainment group.
ALSO READ: Famous Plus-Size Models Who Are Really Beautiful
3. In addition to modeling and exercising in the gym Alvarez loves shopping and outdoor activities; she simply loves life too much to sit around and do nothing. She is ranked among the twenty-five Latinos to follow on Instagram.
4. She also earned the title of Miami's Hottest Fitness Model with the nickname Miami's Best Kept which is currently burning the fitness and modeling industry in South Beach.
5. One of the things that make Aylen Alvarez's work unique as a model is her curved artistic paintings imbued with an enchanting elegance and a class that accentuates her beautiful femininity.
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Ethnicity: Hispanic/Cuban
Language: Spanish / English
Eye Color: Brown
Hair Color: Brown
Height: 5′ 3″ (160cm)
Weight:132 lbs
Waist: 24″
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Issue 4
29 January 2019
Volume: 53 Issue: 04
- New HPS beta website released
- New SHPN guidance on HIV prevention in MSM
- Recommendations on hepatitis C case-finding and access to care
- Raynaud's disease awareness month February 2019
- Avian Influenza: advice for travellers over Chinese New Year
- UK launches action plan on antimicrobial resistance
- Microbiological survey of minced beef on sale in Scotland
- National Low Emissions Framework published
- Scottish business urged to comment on SEPA's nine sector plans
- Fighting the throwaway culture
HPS Weekly Report
29 Jan 2019
Volume 53 No. 04
New HPS beta website released
Following the successful release of an alpha version of the new Health Protection Scotland (HPS) website last year, we have now released the beta version of the website.
The beta website and the current website will both run at the same time for approximately five weeks until the switch over, when the beta website becomes the main new website. The current website will still be available for a further four weeks and after this time it will be archived.
We are keen to hear from our users about their experiences using the beta site, and would be pleased if you would email any feedback.
The HPS website address remains https://www.hps.scot.nhs.uk/ but it may mean that any links on your organisation websites or intranets may need updated once our new website is published.
Some of the links will be automatically redirected to their new address, however if that is not possible, users will be re-directed to a webpage where guidance will be provided on how to access the content they require.
New SHPN guidance on HIV prevention in MSM
The Scottish Health Protection Network (SHPN) 'Guidance on HIV Prevention in Men who have Sex with Men (MSM) (2019 edition)' replaces the 2012 edition and continues to place the model of combination prevention at its core.
There have been numerous advances since the 2012 edition, including the introduction of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) throughout the NHS in Scotland, the UNAIDS' 90-90-90 target, which has helped focus attention on treatment as prevention, and the crucial role of people living with HIV in the conversation about HIV prevention.
The three constituent elements of the model of combination prevention have been thoroughly revised and reordered with structural, behavioural and biomedical interventions presented in that order. Wellbeing in sexual health and the prevention of HIV cannot be produced and performed by any one single agent or agency, be that individual MSM, the NHS, or the third sector. A reduction in health inequalities is the foundation upon which further and individualised interventions are anchored.
This guidance is founded on the best available evidence on HIV prevention in MSM as well as expert opinion. It is intended to facilitate pathways to improve HIV prevention interventions, whether they are provided by statutory services or commissioned and subsequently delivered by either statutory or third sector organisations.
The guidance can be viewed on our website.
Recommendations on hepatitis C case-finding and access to care
The Hepatitis C Clinical Leads Group, on behalf of the Scottish Health Protection Network (SHPN), has published new recommendations on the hepatitis C virus (HCV) case-finding and access to care. The purpose of the recommendations is to support the Scottish Government's hepatitis C elimination strategy, which will be published later this year.
The report includes a summary of the published, and best practice evidence, reviewed by the Case-Finding and Access to Care Short Life Working Group. The recommendations offer practical guidance for health boards to improve HCV testing, diagnosis, and treatment uptake in a variety of settings, including drug use services, community pharmacies, injecting equipment providers, and prisons.
The report can be viewed on our website.
Raynaud's disease awareness month February 2019
Raynaud's disease is a condition where the small blood vessels in the extremities such as hands and feet, fingers or toes are over-sensitive to changes in temperature, cold and sometimes stress. This causes a Raynaud's attack, where the fingers sometimes change colour, from white, to blue, to red. Raynaud's disease is a common condition thought to affect up to ten million people in the UK.
There are two different types of Raynaud's, primary and secondary. Primary is less serious as the condition is mild and manageable, whilst people experiencing secondary Raynaud's will usually have more severe symptoms.
Secondary Raynaud's is caused by another condition, usually an autoimmune condition like scleroderma or lupus, that needs more investigation and more careful monitoring for complications like ulceration or sores.
Avian Influenza: advice for travellers over Chinese New Year
The Chinese Lunar New Year, or spring festival, begins on 5 February 2019, and marks the start of the year of the pig. The celebrations end with the lantern festival on 19 February 2019. There is likely to be more travel from the UK to China in the coming weeks.
Human cases of avian influenza have recently been reported in China, and historically there have been more cases at this time of year. Cases have originated from several provinces and municipalities across mainland China, and there have been a small numbers of cases among residents of Hong Kong and Taiwan who have travelled to mainland China.
The majority of reported human cases in China have had close contact with wild birds or poultry. Although the risk is very low, the Travel and International Health Team are reminding UK travellers to protect themselves from avian flu by minimising exposure to wild birds and poultry.
Information and advice on travel to China, and the risks posed by avian influenza, is available to view on the Travax (for health professionals) and fitfortravel (for the general public) websites.
Source: PHE, 22 January 2019
UK launches action plan on antimicrobial resistance
The UK Government has launched a five year action plan contributing to the containment and control of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in health, animals, the environment and the food chain.
A major focus of the plan is to make sure current antibiotics stay effective by reducing the number of resistant infections and supporting clinicians to prescribe appropriately. Targets include cutting the number of drug-resistant infections by 10% (5,000 infections) by 2025, reducing the use of antibiotics in humans by 15% and preventing at least 15,000 patients from contracting infections as a result of their healthcare each year by 2024.
New technology will also be used to gather real-time patient data to help clinicians understand when to use and preserve antibiotics in their treatment.
The action plan can be viewed on the Department of Health (DOH) website.
Source: DOH, 24 January 2019
Microbiological survey of minced beef on sale in Scotland
Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) and partners, in collaboration with public analysis laboratories, will conduct a comprehensive survey of the microbiological pathogens STEC (Shiga toxin-producing E. coli), Campylobacter, Salmonella and hygiene indicator organisms (generic E. coli and aerobic colony counts) in minced beef across Scotland. All of the pathogens detected and a subset of 100 isolates of generic E. coli will be tested for antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
The primary objective of the survey is to generate baseline data on the prevalence of pathogens and hygiene indicator organisms in minced beef on retail sale. A secondary objective is to see if there are any patterns in variation, such as seasonal changes, in order to identify any risk factors associated with microbiological contamination.
The survey will be carried out between January and December 2019 and the results and analysis are due to be published by summer 2020.
National Low Emissions Framework published
The Scottish Government have recently published the National Low Emissions Framework (NLEF).
The Framework provides a methodology for local authorities to undertake air quality assessment to inform decisions on transport related actions to improve local air quality, where transport is identified as the key contributor to air quality problems.
The NLEF supports and builds on the work already being done through the Local Air Quality Management (LAQM) system.
The NLEF will contribute to the vision set out in 'Cleaner Air for Scotland : the Road to a Healthier Future' (CAFS), which aims for Scotland to have the best air quality in Europe, by assisting in the consideration of actions that will reduce the impacts of pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and particulate matter (PM).
The CAFS strategy can be viewed on the Scottish Government website.
The NLEF can be found on the Air Quality Scotland website.
Scottish business urged to comment on SEPA's nine sector plans
The nine Scottish Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA) sector plans, announced on 21 December 2018, will remain open for consultation until 15 February 2019 across agriculture, manufacturing and infrastructure businesses. In response to mounting scientific evidence about climate change, environmental impact and resource scarcity, the sector plans set out a range of actions to help all regulated businesses meet, and go beyond, their compliance obligations.
The sector plans set out how SEPA will ensure all businesses comply with environmental laws. They also set out a series of 'beyond compliance' goals to help organisations recognise the economic opportunity of sustainable business models by reducing the amount of materials, energy and water used across the sectors, promote innovation and reduce overall impact.
Getting feedback from communities, partners and stakeholders is important and feedback is critical to the success of the sector planning approach. Everyone with an interest in the environment and involved in these sectors, is encouraged to visit the SEPA dedicated sector website.
Source: SEPA, 23 January, 2019
Fighting the throwaway culture
The Scottish Government has reiterated its pledge to introduce a deposit return scheme as part of plans to further tackle plastic waste.
It is hoped that the deposit return scheme will increase the quality and quantity of recycled materials collected in Scotland, with the aim that these materials will be re-used in the Scottish food and drinks industry.


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Essex Police have confirmed that they have suspended a search for a missing woman after finding a body.
A missing person appeal was launched for information that would help to find 20 year-old Hannah Webster from Colchester, but the latest updates suggests that she may have been found dead.
A body was discovered in a wooded area off a cycle route between East Hill and The Hythe in Colchester at about 12.10pm on Friday (May 12).
Although no formal identification has taken place as yet, but Hannah's next of kin has been informed and the police search has been suspended.
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Why We Feel So Much — and Ways to Overcome It
Research shows that people with ADHD have out-sized challenges with frustration, impatience, anger, and excitability. Here are four strategies to regulate our excessive emotional responses to frustrations and setbacks, so we can stay on course and move forward in our lives.
Everyone experiences frustrations, setbacks, and challenges, but not everyone reacts as strongly as you do to them. Small, relatively insignificant setbacks seem to get an outsize response from those diagnosed with attention deficit disorder (ADHD or ADD). Research shows that we have greater challenges with frustration, impatience, anger, and excitability than others do. That's because ADHD impairs our ability to regulate our emotions, to experience them in a controlled way, so that they don't gush out into the world.
But there are ways to tone down our emotional explosions and to turn them into positive energy. Before we explore them, here is more science on the ADHD emotions factory.
ADHD: A Failure-to-Regulate Mood Disorder
"ADHD is not a mood disorder. It's a failure-to-regulate mood disorder," says expert Russell Barkley, Ph.D. From a neuropsychological standpoint, regulation is all about connectivity within the brain. Emotions are generated in the limbic system — which includes the amygdala, the anterior cingulate, and other parts that make up our "primitive brain" — and that system controls fear, pleasure, and anger. When an emotion is generated, the limbic system connects with the prefrontal cortex, which is tasked with managing that emotion. The cortex pauses, assessing the significance of the situation, calculating the costs of reacting outwardly, and suppresses actions not in our best interest.
The frontal cortex is like a security checkpoint. But in the ADHD brain, the neurochemical connectivity needed to guard that checkpoint is weak, allowing emotions to stampede past the security gate and wreak havoc with outbursts. Not assessed. Not calculated. Not suppressed. Never in our best interest.
Unchecked Emotions Can Damage Relationships, Careers, Everything
- We react to minor problems or annoyances as if they were DEFCON Level 1 threats. We're thrown into panic mode easily; we get super-stressed about little stuff; we lose sight of the big picture, often resulting in decisions or actions we later regret.
- We have difficulty calming down once a strong emotion has taken hold. We stew for hours or days over an emotional event. And that stewing prevents, or at least impairs, our getting back to work and moving our priorities forward.
- We're extremely sensitive to disapproval, rejection, and criticism. We might interpret a colleague's reaction to something we proposed as criticism, disapproval, or even insult, when none was intended. We tend to react self-defensively, or worse, angrily. Rejection sensitivity is extremely common in people with ADHD.
- We get overly excited about things, including good things. Just as we often overreact to minor problems and annoyances, we can also go overboard in the other direction. This may mean diving headlong into a new hobby, and realizing, after dishing out $1,800 on equipment and six months of lessons, that "I should have eased into this."
[Take This Test: Could You Have Emotional Hyperarousal?]
Body Awareness Helps to Identify Unhealthy Feelings
This all sounds pretty bleak, but ADHD emotionality is actually a bad news/good news situation. The good news is that you can build some defenses and leverage against some of your strong emotions to shift your energy in the direction you want to go: forward.
Learning to handle our negative emotions as they occur begins with becoming fully aware of when we're in their grasp. And a key to doing this is to listen to your body.
Research shows that body awareness helps you identify unhealthy feelings and step off the emotional merry-go-round. When you have a negative emotion, your body sends stress signals: tension in your neck and shoulders, discomfort in your solar plexus ("gut pangs"), or wherever it is you first feel stress in your body.
A second prerequisite to these interventions is to name your emotion. Naming your emotions, what psychologists call labeling, goes beyond just thinking, "Yes, I'm angry" or, "Wow, am I sad." Emotional Agility (#CommissionsEarned) author Susan David, Ph.D., says, "[When] experiencing a strong emotion…take a moment to consider what to call it, but don't stop there. Come up with two more words that describe how you're feeling."
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You Can Create a Healthier "Emotional Home"
Imagine a late afternoon at work. You got little sleep the night before, had to skip lunch, and haven't been able to get to the gym or take a walk outdoors for a couple of weeks. You have just spent the last 10 minutes staring at the tasks you must do to keep what feels like a dead-end job. I would call this feeling an "unhealthy emotional home."
Now imagine that your teenage son calls and tells you that he just totaled the SUV. Your reaction probably won't be measured and balanced.
Let's rebuild that emotional home: You're getting seven to eight hours of sleep most nights; you're feeding your ADHD brain with protein and complex carbs, and, even when the day is so crazy that you have to skip lunch, you have some raw nuts and protein bars handy. Even though you haven't gotten to the gym in a couple of weeks, you took a long walk around the neighborhood before bedtime; you've been blocking off the mornings in your calendar, so that quality work sessions and restorative breaks are built in.
Now you get that awful call from your son. Will your emotional response be different? Maybe you would go into your problem-solving mode rather than launching into a scream-fest? Diet, sleep, exercise, mindset, and other lifestyle adjustments will help protect you from emotions.
There are many things you can be doing every day to reduce your emotional vulnerability. Here are four simple additions:
- Daily gratitude ritual. The act of writing down three things every day for which you are grateful has been shown in the research of Harvard's Shawn Achor to reduce reactivity and boost positive outlook in the face of challenges.
- Get a positive nag. You've likely heard of vision boards or dream boards. Research shows that positive imagery reduces stress and improves mental clarity. Consider creating a simple montage of aspirational images reflecting your ideal life, and put it where you'll see it every day, if not all day long. My computer screensaver is a rotation of such images along with empowering quotes.
- Journaling. There are more than 40 years of research on the link between writing and emotional processing. For instance, a study of laid-off workers found that those who explored their negative feelings in writing were three times more likely to find a new job.
- Self-compassion. When you screw up, be kind to yourself. It's like the golden rule with a twist: treat yourself as you would treat others. Talk to yourself as if you were consoling a good friend: "Hey, Buddy, don't sweat it. Tomorrow's a new start."
Replace the Negative Emotion with a Positive One
After you've caught that tension in your body and named that emotion, you have the opportunity to release it. And the best way to release an emotion is to replace it — with gratitude, for instance. Gratitude vaporizes negative emotions. Personal development guru Tony Robbins notes: "When you're grateful, there's no anger. It's impossible to be angry and grateful simultaneously."
Easier said than done? Yes. But think about this: We are the only species that can think a thought and become angry… think a thought and become sad…and think a thought and be grateful.
My client, Erin, who is a life coach, has learned to listen to her body to detect an emotional storm on the horizon. "When I grab a strand of my hair and start twirling it, I know it's time for me to stop, listen to my breath, and reclaim my brain from my amygdala," She solidifies control by defaulting to gratitude and asks, "What is good about right now?" There's always something to be grateful for.
"Flip" Your Anger
What if a fit of anger could become the spark for getting busy on a tough task? With a little mental jiu-jitsu, you can flip your anger around, so that it's moving you in a positive direction.
Since anger is grounded in a feeling that something needs to change, that feeling creates energy. Usually, destructive energy, but energy that could be constructive.
As author Soleira Green puts it: "Anger is the tip of passion. You wouldn't get upset if you didn't care so much about something! Anger is your own body telling you, 'Here's something that matters… and here's some energy to deal with it!'" The trick to flipping angry energy is to ask a few questions:
- "What's triggering me — what's underneath this?"
- "What do I care about that's making me angry?"
- "What could I do to use that energy to move forward with this thing that's making me angry?"
Answering these questions creates what Green describes as "negative nag": using that which ticks you off to fuel motivation and problem-solving. Next time you're angry about something (even at yourself), observe that energy and ask that series of questions.
All emotions, particularly negative ones, have "adaptive value" — meaning they can be used to help us cope and respond to difficult situations, because at the heart of every negative emotion is the sense that something must change!
Research shows that those who recognize and control their emotions earn more and achieve more than those who don't. So our emotionality is one more way people with ADHD have a tougher journey than our neurotypical friends. But with these strategies, you can go from destructive emotions to acceptance and problem-solving.
ADHD Emotional Resilience: Next Steps
- Ask: How's Your Emotional Resilience? Learn to Cope with Intense ADHD Feelings
- Understand: ADHD & Emotional Distress Syndrome
- Watch: 7 Truths About ADHD and Intense Emotions
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Tomorrow is the deadline for responding to the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) draft guidance on sex and relationships (SRE) and alcohol education. NICE was set up to make recommendations for practitioners and policy makers in public health. NICE looks at the efficacy and cost-effectiveness of different treatments and approaches.
Most of this guidance is extremely common sense stuff taken from years of research into what works in SRE ( in a nutshell, talking about everything accurately) and what doesn't (in a nutshell abstinence only education and lying to children).
There are also several points in the guidance where it recommends working with people from faith communities to deliver SRE and alcohol education. This despite a dearth of evidence that people with a religious position on sexual behaviour are the best people to educate young people on sexual health and behaviour. Soon I will publish a blog post on a presentation I have delivered to various conferences on Ethics AND Evidence, in which I argue that both must be addressed within SRE. I am as happy as the next guy to think about the range of views and values which inform our sexual identities and behaviours. However, I believe strongly that SRE should remain a neutral space in which evidence-based information from reliable sources is provided to young people and in which they are encouraged to distinguish between facts and values.
Therefore I have written to NICE asking that they remove the recommendations to work with the faith community on delivery of SRE. If you want to respond to this consultation the deadline is 5PM tomorrow. A link to the guidance is here http://bit.ly/autuw2 and simple word document comments form to submit is here http://bit.ly/9d9dwO
My response to NICE is here http://bit.ly/d5c621


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Stan Against Evil (TV-Show)4.3/5 (6 Votes)86
Haurus demands Stan kill Evie in return for killing Constable Eccles and ending the curse on Willard's Mill; another demon tells Stan how to defeat Haurus but the cost could be high.
Stan goes for a prostate exam but must escape when the hospital turns demonic.
Stan, Evie and Kevin try to save Denise after she is trapped inside her favorite vampire soap opera.
Denise finds a puppet that begins summoning spirits from hell.
Stan befriends a laid back demon in an attempt to free the souls captured by Constable Eccles.
Evie's ex-husband, Kenny, turns into The Kennypillar, half-man half-caterpillar.
Two eerily familiar paranormal investigators arrive in Willard's Mill.
Stan tries to rescue Evie from a psychiatric hospital but he is mistaken for a demon.
Stan travels back in time to save Claire and he succeeds, but dies in the process.
Stan summons a spirit that can help him travel back in time to save Claire.
Denise takes a nanny job for a demon baby; Kevin gets beaten up by a baby.
Evie buys an antique ring and then starts dreaming of killing people who start showing up dead.
When the bachelor on a TV dating show hypnotizes Evie, and the same man bets on Stan's life, they all become prey to a murderous game of fate.
When Evie's ex-husband buys a pony for their daughter, Evie discovers having a horse can be deadly.
Stan can travel back in time to save Evie, but she will forever be a ghost unless they can get rid of someone else from the past.
Stan meets descendants of a Wiccan coven, the Black Hat Society, who help him start to solve the mystery of Evelyn Barret.
A mysterious girl runs out into the street, forcing Evie to swerve into a fatal car accident that she must relive over and over and over again.
A mysterious stranger shows up at Stan's door with knowledge of the curse he and Evie are fighting;
Denise gets mixed up with a group of goth kids who come to town hoping to contact a long dead witch; the goth kids succeed in contacting a demon and Denise finds herself possessed by it, creating a tricky situation for Stan.
A strange crop of flowers starts growing in town, with each bloom bringing a new supernatural horror; Evie attempts to summon Stan's dead wife, Claire, to help her stop them.
Evie attempts to rescue Stan's prized possession, his Bobby Orr hockey stick, from the church donation pile, only to find herself transported into the spirit world where she too, is on trial for witchcraft.
Stan, Evie and Denise go speed dating and suddenly find themselves involved with their perfect match; they also find themselves growing weak and rapidly aging.
Stan's daughter Denise goes blueberry picking and comes home with a pet goat who turns out to be The Baphomet, an ancient goat demon who wants both Stan and Denise dead. All because someone wanted blueberries.
After the death of his wife, Sheriff Miller is forced into retirement and replaced by Evie Barret. Evie discovers the town is possessed by demons, and that Stan's wife was the only one keeping them at bay. Stan and Evie must join forces to stay alive.
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October 30, 2019
U.S. Embassy Statement on the Visit of Assistant Secretary Stilwell October 27-30, 2019
Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs David Stilwell reaffirmed the long-term U.S. commitment to support the aspirations of the people of Myanmar for greater peace, prosperity, freedoms, and democracy during his October 27-30 visit to Myanmar. During meetings with government, community, and civil society leaders in Yangon, Sittwe, and Nay Pyi Taw, Assistant Secretary Stilwell underscored that the United States continues to engage with the people of Myanmar as a partner and friend.
During his meeting with State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi, Assistant Secretary Stilwell discussed issues of shared concern, including resolving underlying grievances in conflict areas as part of ongoing U.S. support for Myanmar's democratic transition and economic transformation. He also met with International Cooperation Minister Kyaw Tin, Investment and Foreign Economic Relations Minister Thaung Tun, Defense Minister Lt Gen Sein Win, as well as diverse leaders from civil society and local communities, to express support for economic reforms and the need for respect for human rights.
Assistant Secretary Stilwell's visit to Myanmar is part of a regional trip that includes visits to Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, the Republic of Korea, and China from October 24-November 7, 2019.


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At Tire Centers Inc., we use today's latest automotive technology and are equipped to handle all major and minor auto repair services on foreign and domestic vehicles. Whether it's an oil change or other routine maintenance, or an emergency repair, you can count on Tire Centers Inc. for work that's fast, fairly priced, and guaranteed.
We offer Emergency Roadside Assistance
Below are some of the many auto and tire repair services we offer.
Brakes are the most important part of the safety system in your vehicle. We'll identify any potential problems and suggest the necessary repairs to ensure your vehicle is safe and road-ready. A complete brake service will include the following: check for moisture and contamination, inspect hydraulic lines/hoses, inspect wheel cylinders/calipers, inspect master cylinder/calipers, clean dirt/old fluid out of master cylinder, flush old fluid out of master cylinder/calipers/wheel cylinders, add new brake fluid to master cylinder and road test vehicle for proper brake operation.
TCI will provide complete oil change service that saves you time and money! Regular oil changes are essential for the life of your vehicle and to maintain your new car warranty. Complete oil change service at TCI includes everything you expect and more.
New vehicles, their wheels, frame, suspension, and other components were aligned to maximize performance and reduce wear on your tires. Over time, these systems become "out of alignment" so the tires no longer operate parallel with each other and meet the road at the correct angle. An alignment can increase the life of your tires, stabilize your car on the road and give you greater control.
Hoses transport fluids to and from various components such as the radiator, brakes, steering and transmission. Over time these hoses can dry out and crack or wear leaving the hose leaky and putting your vehicle at risk of breakdown.
Most manufacturers recommend that all four tires should be rotated and balanced approximately every seven thousand miles. A great way to keep up with this recommendation is to have your tires rotated and balanced about every other time you have your oil changed.
The most common cause of inadequate cooling is when the refrigerant leaks through worn seals and O-rings, loose fittings and connections. To make sure all the parts and components of your car's air conditioner are working properly, we recommend having your A/C checked at the beginning of the warm season. Our qualified techs will test for worn hoses, leaks or contamination
Today's vehicles feature complex electronic engine control systems. If you begin to have an engine problem, such as rough running, low fuel economy, failure to pass an emissions test, or dashboard warning lights, be sure to get service as soon as possible. Our technicians can check out and replace or repair these engine components: ignition system, anti-lock brake system (ABS), restraint systems, fuel injection system, emissions, and electrical.
A fuel service cleans fuel injectors and the throttle body. It also cleans the plenum and air intake as well as the intake valves and ports. The fuel/air induction cleaning service removes combustion chamber deposits and corrects balance of fuel and air in the system.
To maintain a safe and constant operating temperature, your vehicle uses transmission fluid to cool and lubricate the moving parts. The fluid reduces the amount of potentially damaging heat inside the transmission and helps increase the life of this important system. Because some of the ingredients in the transmission fluid break down over time due to this heat the fluid should be replaced at specified intervals.
Our experienced tire technicians can help get your new forklift tires, boom lift tires
TCI provides 24-hour roadside assistance for motorists, farmers, and truck operators. Contact us any hour of the day or night for emergency
Our full-service truck repair shops offer driveline installation and repair services for a wide range of applications, from heavy-duty trucks and light-duty 4x4s to farm and industrial equipment.
At some point drivers encounter a problem with their power steering system on their vehicle, anything from noise to stiff steering or fluid leaks or hard turning when the vehicle is cold. Normal driving causes your power steering fluid to get damaged from heat, friction and electrochemical degradation.
Our technicians will make sure the battery connections are tight and free from debris or corrosion and suggest any necessary service. If your battery needs replacement, we'll help you make the best choice for your vehicle and driving conditions. It is important to have your battery changed every 5 to 6 years. So if it's been awhile, come see us at TCI soon and let's make sure your new battery is installed properly and the charging and starting systems are working well.


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2019's National Social Work Month theme is, Elevate, presented by the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) This National Social Work Month, C3 wants to recognize our Service Coordinators. Service Coordinators use essential social work skills to empower and elevate participants through health coaching and motivational interviewing. C3's Service Coordinators use these techniques and many others to address health and safety concerns and ensure that participants have what they need in … [Read more...] about National Social Work Month
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National Case Management Week
C3 wants to wish all of our care managers and service coordinators a Happy National Case Management Week! C3's service coordinators work hard to improve health outcomes and care for participants in their communities. We thank them for all of the hard work they do every day to ensure participants live safe, healthy lives at home. To learn more about National Case Management Week Click Here. To learn more about C3's Service Coordination program Click Here. Image via AMCA. … [Read more...] about National Case Management Week


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Committed For Continuous Innovation
Kreato CRM featured in The Hindu - BusinessLineKreato CRM has been featured in one of leading business newspaper The Hindu – BusinessLine on March 03, 2015.
From the Article:
Kreato is offered as a 'Software-as-a-Service' (SaaS) on the cloud. It is licensed on a subscription basis, which means that enterprises do not have to invest anything; they just have to pay a monthly fee.
Navrita will manage the cloud infrastructure with regular updates to Kreato. For SME users, it not only frees up precious management time, but also saves on capital expenditure. Kreato helps users manage leads, contacts, sales opportunities, marketing, activities, reports and all type of communications like telephony, SMS and email from a single location.Read full Article
Recognized as one of the CIO Review's Enterprise Startups to watch- 2015Navrita Software has been recognized as one of CIO Review's Enterprise Startups to watch- 2015 for their innovative cloud based product – Kreato CRM.
The annual list of companies is selected by a distinguished panel of CXOs, industry analysts and members of CIO Review's editorial board recognizing them for their innovative offerings and stellar working methodologies.Learn More
Selected to showcase Kreato CRM at NASSCOM Product Conclave Chennai 2015Navrita Software has been selected and invited to showcase their flagship product "Kreato CRM" at the NASSCOM Product Conclave Chennai 2015 event held at The Westin in Chennai on March 04, 2015.
NASSCOM Product Conclave Chennai 2015 – a unique event wherein leading technology leaders, emerging product companies and start-ups congregate. The focus of #NPC Chennai is to set a stage for product start-ups and emerging companies in the region to access knowledge & support available in the ecosystem on building their markets, meet peers, find strategic partners and new customers.Learn More
CII Startupreneurs 2014 Awards - Best IT / ITes Startup of the YearNavrita Software, the growing Enterprise Software product company based in Chennai, has been chosen at the CII Startupreneurs awards as Best IT / ITES Start-up 2014 for its innovative Cloud CRM Software – Kreato CRM.
The awards are presented by CII (The Confederation of Indian Industries) during the first edition of CII Startupreneurs Expo which held on November 24, 2014 at The Grand Chola, Chennai.Learn More


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By the Book: "Flour + Water" by Thomas McNaughton
I've visited San Francisco twice and both times I tried, unsuccessfully, to get a table at the incredibly popular Flour + Water. So, when the book by Thomas McNaughtan came across my desk, I had to cook out of it. If I wanted to eat Flour + Water food, I was going to have to make it myself.
I chose the tagliatelle Bolognese, and used a dried tagliatelle rather than making it from scratch – instantly simplifying the recipe. To make the sauce, McNaughton emphasizes the most important ingredient: time. The man knows what he's talking about. This sauce needs five hours to simmer, giving the vegetables, meat, tomato paste, milk and butter all a chance to meld flavors. The sauce gently bubbled, each ingredient slowly imparting its layer of flavor, while I watched TV in the next room. Honestly, the sauce worked harder than I did; I just had to give it time. And this ultra comforting bowl of pasta is worth the wait.
Skill level: Beginner, intermediate and advanced. The recipes seem carefully written. The skill level varies and depends on the complexity of the pasta shape and if you make it from scratch.
This book is for: People who love pasta.
Other recipes to try: Burrata triangoli with preserved lemon, summer squash and mint
The verdict: The dish was a hit. Check back next week when Flour + Water takes on Eating Italy by Jeff Michaud.
Tagliatelle Bolognese
4 servings
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion
1 celery stalk, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
12 ounces ground beef
5 1/2 ounces ground pork
3 1/2 ounces pancetta, chopped
3 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup milk
22 ounces dried tagliatelle pasta
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup unsalted butter
Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, for finishing
• For the Bolognese, heat the oil in a large, heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion, celery and carrot. Saute until soft, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the beef, pork and pancetta; saute, breaking up with the back of a spoon, until browned, about 15 minutes. Add 2 1/2 cups of the stock and the tomato paste; stir to blend. Reduce the heat to very low and gently simmer, stirring occasionally, about 2 hours. Season with salt and pepper.
• In a small saucepan, bring the milk to a simmer; then gradually add to the sauce. Cover the sauce with a lid slightly ajar and simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the milk is absorbed, about 1 hour, adding more stock 1/4 cup at a time to thin, if needed.
• Bring a large pot of seasoned water to a boil.
• Transfer the Bolognese to a 12-inch saute pan and bring to a simmer. Add the butter and begin swirling to combine.
• At the same time, drop the pasta in the boiling water. Once the pasta is cooked 80 percent through, about 2 to 3 minutes, add it to the pan. Reserve the pasta water. Continue to simmer, stirring constantly, until you achieve a sauce-like consistence, about 3 minutes. Season with salt. Remove from the heat.
•To serve, divide the pasta and sauce between four plates. Finish with the Parmigiano-Reggiano.
Reprinted with permission by Ten Speed Press
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This weekend's games are going to be action packed. In this edition, I'll be pointing out the top games in Mexico. In addtion, I'll be pointing the games to watch in MLS. Join me after the break.
Friday, March 9
Morelia v Toluca - Estadio Morelos, Morelia - KO 8:10pm - Live on Fox Deportes and delayed on TV Azteca
Morelia has had an up and down week. A big win in league play (3-0 against Queretaro) has them in the top spot in the standings. But on Wednesday, Morelia couldn't handle Humberto Suazo and Monterrey at home (3-1 loss) in Concacaf Champions League. Toluca is coming into the game reeling a bit. The loss at home to a bad Pumas team. The main things to watch during this game is can the Morelia defense handle the hot Ivan Alonso? Nine goals this season even after having a bad game against Pumas. Also, can Miguel Sabah continue his sudden goal streak?
Tijuana v Club America - Estadio Caliente, Tijuana - KO 8:10pm - TV Azteca America
Another Friday game? You bet!
Tijuana continues its good form in this stretch of the season. Thanks to coach Antonio Mohamed, the team is getting results. Last week, they dealt what seems to be the death blow onto Estudiantes Tecos. Jose Sand scored again last week and all three Americans saw the field for the team at one point. Club America beat Jaguares last Sunday at Estadio Azteca. Defense had a solid game and contained Jackson Martinez. Key match up is Aquivaldo Mosqueda and Jose Sand. If the Colombian can contain the Argentine, Club America will be able worry about pushing the attack up the field.
Saturday, March 10th
Monterrey v Queretaro - Estadio Tecnologico, Monterrey - KO 5:00pm-Telefutura
Humberto Suazo is a beast. I continue to preach about him (and my wishes to see him in a Fire jersey as our DP). Angel Reyna had a great game in the Champions League against Morelia. Can he become the factor that Monterrey thought he could be? Queretaro is the worst team in Mexico this short season. They just fired Jose Saturdino Cardozo and hired Angel David Comizzo once again to try to help them get back on track
Chivas De Guadalajara v Cruz Azul - Estadio Omnilife, Guadalajara - KO 7:00pm - Telemundo
Chivas have found life after their awful start of the season. A win against the strong Santos team and against a mediocre Puebla team has Chivas gaining confidence. Meanwhile, Cruz Azul is coming off a win against Monterrey that had Cruz Azul up two goals. Christian Gimenez scored two goals and Omar Bravo finally scored in league for Cruz Azul. What Chivas team will show up against this Cruz Azul team that may have found their stride.
Santos v Puebla-Nuevo Estadio Corona, Torreon-KO 7:00pm - Telefutura
This could be a trap game for Santos. Coming off a loss to Seattle in Champions League play, this may be a good chance for Juan Carlos Osorio's team to pounce a weak team. Will Hercules Gomez get a start since he has been making an impact for Santos? Will Luis Garcia exploit Santos to score his fifth goal of the season?
Saturday, March 10th
Whitecaps v Montreal Impact - BC Place, Vancouver - KO 5:00pm - MLS Direct Kick/MLS Live
Who doesn't like to watch Canadians fight each other? We'll get that chance Saturday. Vancouver will get to show off their new toy, Sebastien Le Toux. Young-Pyo Lee is also added to their defense. The Impact are playing their first ever MLS game on the road. Justin Braun one to look out for and how he will work with the midfield he will be playing with. Expect the Impact to be better then what most people are thinking right now.
DC United v Sporting Kansas City - KO 6:30pm-MLS Direct Kick/MLS Live
DC have bolstered up their attack to compliment D Ro by signing Hamdi Salihi. Major signing considering that Celtic and some other teams were trying to sign him. Danny Cruz may play a big role on this team as well. Sporting KC is being hyped as the team to beat in east. With the loss of Omar Bravo, Teal Bunburry has to tep up even more along with CJ Sapong and Kei Kamara.
Los Angeles Galaxy v Real Salt Lake - KO 9:30pm - MLS Direct Kick/MLS Live
The almighty LA Galaxy is coming as well with the hype but unlike KC, the Landon Donovan led team are expected to repeat. And when you look at the roster, how could you not think that. With Beckham, Keane, Donovan, Juninho, Buddle, and crew, they're going to be tough to beat until you remember that they lost Omar Gonzalez. Loaned out to Nuremberg, he tore his ACL during his first training session. RSL will be the first one to challenge that backline without Gonzalez. Javier Morales may have a field day feeding Fabian Espindola and Alvaro Saborio. RSL themselves lost a member of their backline, Robbie Russell, to DC United. This may be a high scoring affair and a must watch this opening weekend.
Sunday, March 11th
FC Dallas v New York Red Bull - KO 4:00pm - NBC Sports Network
FCD is looking to have a strong season again. George John is back from his loan to West Ham, the signing of Blas Perez, and the return of David Ferreria from his season ending injury. This team may prove to be a nightmare for the rest of the league. Oh, and don't forget they have some kid named Brek Shea playing for them. Meanwhile, the New Jersey squad have added to their ranks our old friend, Wilman Conde as well as Kenny Cooper. Thierry Henry will still be the main piece in their offense. One question most of have is, how will this team play with Rafa Marquez? After throwing his teammates under the bus, will he step his game up himself? This should be a hell of a game.
What game are you looking forward to? If you start to follow the Mexican League, will it go to the back burner with MLS starting up again? Do you guys like this new format?


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11.4: Minerals Important for Blood Function and Renewal
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- List the primary function of each of the minerals involved in metabolism.
- Summarize the roles of minerals important in blood function and renewal.
In a well-balanced diet, minerals are plentiful, and herbs are power-packed with minerals. Eat more plants, spice up your food, and drink herbal teas to obtain optimum mineral nutrition.
Iron is a trace mineral that we need small quantities every day. It is slightly water soluble and is a cation that exists in two states, +2 (ferrous) or +3 (ferric). Red blood cells contain the oxygen carrier protein hemoglobin. It is composed of four globular peptides, each containing a heme complex. In the center of each heme, lies iron (Figure 10.4.2). Eighty percent of the body's iron is bound to hemoglobin. In the muscle, iron is part of the oxygen-binding protein, myoglobin. Iron is a key component of hundreds of metabolic enzymes. Many of the proteins of the electron transport chain contain iron–sulfur clusters involved in the transfer of high-energy electrons and ultimately ATP synthesis. Iron is also involved in numerous metabolic reactions that take place mainly in the liver and detoxify harmful substances. Moreover, iron is required for DNA synthesis. The great majority of iron used in the body is that recycled from the continuous breakdown of red blood cells.
Figure \(\PageIndex{1}\): Hemoglobin is composed of four peptides. Each contains a heme group with iron in the center.
The iron in hemoglobin binds to oxygen in the capillaries of the lungs and transports it to cells where the oxygen is released (see "Video 10.5.1"). If iron levels are low hemoglobin is not synthesized in sufficient amounts and the oxygen-carrying capacity of red blood cells is reduced, resulting in anemia. When iron levels are low in the diet the small intestine more efficiently absorbs iron in an attempt to compensate for the low dietary intake, but this process cannot make up for the excessive loss of iron that occurs with chronic blood loss or low intake. Only 2-35% of the iron in your diet is absorbed. Once absorbed, the iron may be incorporated into hemoglobin or myoglobin to transport oxygen, or incorporated into other proteins, or stored in the liver, bone marrow or spleen. Ferritin is the molecule that stores iron in mucosal cells. When the iron is needed it is released from the ferritin and transported by transferrin to other cells for use. Once in the body, it is difficult to excrete iron but some iron will be lost when mucosal cells of the gut are shedded, a process that occurs about every 3-5 days.
Erythrocytes or RBCs circulate for about 120 days and then they are removed. When blood cells are decommissioned, the liver and spleen degrade the red blood cell and transferrin or recycles the iron back to the liver the bone marrow where red blood cells are made. The heme component is recycled into bile. Hepcidin, a hormone produced by the liver, regulates iron balance by inhibiting its release. A relatively small amount of iron is excreted when cells lining the small intestine and skin cells die and in blood loss, such as during menstrual bleeding. The lost iron must be replaced from dietary sources. Watch this video to view how hemoglobin in red blood cells transports oxygen to all cells in the body.
Video \(\PageIndex{1}\): Oxygen Transport. Watch this video to view how hemoglobin in red blood cells transports oxygen to all cells in the body.
Dietary iron comes in two forms, as heme iron or as nonheme iron. The bioavailability of iron is highly dependent on dietary sources and the form of iron. In animal-based foods, about 60 percent of iron is bound to hemoglobin, and heme iron is more bioavailable than nonheme iron. The other 40 percent of iron in animal-based foods is nonheme, which is the only iron source in plant-based foods. Some plants contain chemicals (such as phytate, oxalates, tannins, and polyphenols) that inhibit iron absorption. Although, eating fruits and vegetables rich in vitamin C at the same time as iron-containing foods markedly increases iron absorption. A review in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition reports that in developed countries iron bioavailability from mixed diets ranges between 14 and 18 percent and that from vegetarian diets range between 5 and 12 percent.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. "Iron and Iron Deficiency." Accessed October 2, 2011. www.cdc.gov/nutrition/everyone/basics/vitamins/iron.html. Vegans are at higher risk for iron deficiency, but careful meal planning does prevent its development. Iron deficiency is the most common of all micronutrient deficiencies and will be explored in depth in Section 10.5 "Iron-Deficiency Anemia".
Zinc is a trace mineral that is a cation and cofactor for over two hundred enzymes in the human body that play a direct role in RNA, DNA, and protein synthesis. Zinc also is a cofactor for enzymes involved in energy metabolism. It is important for wound healing, transport of vitamin A, taste perception, growth and development, and cofactor in genetic material and protein (zinc fingers).
As the result of its prominent roles in anabolic and energy metabolism, a zinc deficiency in infants and children blunts growth. The reliance of growth on adequate dietary zinc was discovered in the early 1960s in the Middle East where adolescent nutritional dwarfism was linked to diets containing high amounts of phytate. Cereal grains and some vegetables contain chemicals, one being phytate, which blocks the absorption of zinc and other minerals in the gut. It is estimated that half of the world's population has a zinc-deficient diet.Prasad, Ananda. "Zinc deficiency." BMJ 2003 February 22; 326(7386): 409–410. doi: 10.1136/bmj.326.7386.409. Accessed October 2, 2011. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1125304/?tool=pmcentrez. This is largely a consequence of the lack of red meat and seafood in the diet and reliance on cereal grains as the main dietary staple. In adults, severe zinc deficiency can cause hair loss, diarrhea, skin sores, taste changes, loss of appetite, impaired vision, impaired immune function, and weight loss. Zinc is a required cofactor for an enzyme that synthesizes the heme portion of hemoglobin and severely deficient zinc diets can result in anemia. People at risk of developing a zinc deficiency are people consuming excess iron, copper and/or dietary fiber, people that lack financial access to a nutrient adequate diet, the elderly, pregnant women and children. Zinc is rich in foods high in protein.
Copper is a trace mineral that is cation and exists in the +1 or +2 state. Like iron, copper assists in electron transfer in the electron-transport chain. Furthermore, copper is a cofactor of enzymes essential for iron absorption and transport, and hemoglobin synthesis. The other important function of copper is an antioxidant, which was also discussed in Chapter 8 "Nutrients Important As Antioxidants".
Symptoms of mild to moderate copper deficiency are rare. More severe copper deficiency can cause anemia from the lack of iron mobilization in the body for red blood cell synthesis. Other signs and symptoms include growth retardation in children and neurological problems because copper is a cofactor for an enzyme that synthesizes myelin, which surrounds many nerves. Groups at risk of developing a copper deficiency are people who consume too much zinc.
Menke's disease is a genetic disorder that causes a copper deficiency. The onset occurs typically during infancy and is characterized by sparse, kinky hair; failure to gain weight and grow at the expected rate (failure to thrive); and deterioration of the nervous system. Often these children do not live past age 3. Early treatment with copper may improve the prognosis in some affected individuals.
Individuals with the rare inherited disease, Wilson's disease, accumulate copper in the liver and brain. Excess copper intake
|Deficiency: Signs and Symptoms
|Assists in energy production, DNA synthesis required for red blood cell function
|Anemia: fatigue, paleness, faster heart rate
|Assists in energy production, protein, RNA and DNA synthesis; required for hemoglobin synthesis
|Growth retardation in children, hair loss, diarrhea, skin sores, loss of appetite, weight loss
|Assists in energy production, iron metabolism, cofactor for enzymes
|Anemia: fatigue, paleness, faster heart rate
Dietary Reference Intakes for Minerals and Dietary Sources
The RDA set by the IOM for minerals involved in metabolism are listed for adults in Table 10.4.2 "Dietary Reference Intakes and Food Sources for Minerals Important for Metabolism". The table also lists dietary sources for these micronutrients. The mineral content of foods is greatly affected by the soil from which it grew, and thus geographic location is the primary determinant of the mineral content of foods. For instance, iodine comes mostly from seawater so the greater the distance from the sea the lesser the iodine content in the soil.
|RDA (mg/day)
|Food Sources
|8 (males)
Heme sources: Animal products such as meat, fish, and poultry
Non-heme sources: fortified breakfast cereals, beans (tofu), spinach, peas, dried fruit, whole grains
|18 (females)
|11 (males)
|Red meat, poultry, seafood, fortified breakfast cereals, beans, nuts, whole grains
|8 (females)
|0.900 (males)
|Whole grains, liver, legumes, seeds, cocoa, water if copper pipes
|0.900 (females)
|* denotes Adequate Intake, **for ages 31–50 only
Source: Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Arsenic, Boron, Chromium, Copper, Iodine, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Nickel, Silicon, Vanadium, and Zinc. January 9, 2001. www.iom.edu/Reports/2001/Dietary-Reference-Intakes-for-Vitamin-A-Vitamin-K-Arsenic-Boron-Chromium-Copper-Iodine-Iron-Manganese-Molybdenum-Nickel-Silicon-Vanadium-and-Zinc.aspx.
Minerals are not as efficiently absorbed as most vitamins and so the bioavailability of minerals can be very low. Plant-based foods often contain factors, such as oxalate and phytate, that bind to minerals and inhibit their absorption. In general, minerals are better absorbed from animal-based foods. In most cases, if dietary intake of a particular mineral is increased, absorption will decrease. Some minerals influence the absorption of others. For instance, excess zinc in the diet can impair iron and copper absorption. Conversely, certain vitamins enhance mineral absorption. For example, vitamin C boosts iron absorption, and vitamin D boosts calcium and magnesium absorption. As is the case with vitamins, certain gastrointestinal disorders and diseases, such as Crohn's disease and kidney disease, as well as the aging process, impair mineral absorption, putting people with malabsorption conditions and the elderly at higher risk for mineral deficiencies.
Key Takeaways
- Minerals cannot be broken down to release energy.
- Minerals are cofactors for hundreds of enzymes involved in metabolism.
- Iron especially, but also copper and zinc are critical for blood function and renewal.
- Minerals are not as efficiently absorbed as most vitamins and bioavailability can be very low.
Discussion Starters
- Discuss why "more is not always better," especially how this saying pertains to micronutrient intake.
- Look up the chemical structure of phytate and explain how it inhibits the absorption of positively charged minerals.


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WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump holds stock in the company building the disputed Dakota Access oil pipeline, and pipeline opponents warn that Trump's investments could affect any decision he makes on the $3.8 billion project as president.
Trump's 2016 federal disclosure forms show he owned between $15,000 and $50,000 in stock in Texas-based Energy Transfer Partners. That's down from between $500,000 and $1 million a year earlier.
Trump also owns between $100,000 and $250,000 in Phillips 66, which has a one-quarter share of Dakota Access.
While Trump's stake in the pipeline company is modest compared with his other assets, ethics experts say it's among dozens of potential conflicts that could be resolved by placing his investments in a blind trust, a step Trump has resisted.
The Obama administration said this month it wants more study and tribal input before deciding whether to allow the partially built pipeline to cross under a Missouri River reservoir in North Dakota.
The 1,200-mile pipeline would carry oil across four states to a shipping point in Illinois. The project has been held up while the Army Corps of Engineers consults with the Standing Rock Sioux, who believe the project could harm the tribe's drinking water and Native American cultural sites.
The delay, which comes as protests unfold daily along the proposed route, raises the likelihood that a final decision will be made by Trump, a pipeline supporter who has vowed to "unleash" unfettered production of oil and gas. He takes office in January.
"Trump's investments in the pipeline business threaten to undercut faith in this process — which was already frayed — by interjecting his own financial well-being into a much bigger decision," said Sharon Buccino, director of the land and wildlife program at the Natural Resources Defense Council, an environmental group.
"This should be about the interests of the many, rather than giving the appearance of looking at the interests of a few — including Trump," Buccino said.
Trump, a billionaire who has never held public office, holds ownership stakes in more than 500 companies worldwide. He has said he plans to transfer control of his company to three of his adult children, but ethics experts have said conflicts could engulf the new administration if Trump does not liquidate his business holdings.
Rep. Raul Grijalva, D-Ariz., senior Democrat on the House Natural Resources Committee, called Trump's investment in the pipeline company "disturbing" and said it fits a pattern evident in Trump's transition team.
"You have climate (change) deniers, industry lobbyists and energy conglomerates involved in that process," Grijalva said. "The pipeline companies are gleeful. This is pay-to-play at its rawest."
Besides Trump, at least two possible candidates for energy secretary also could benefit from the pipeline. Oil billionaire Harold Hamm could ship oil from his company, Continental Resources, through the pipeline, while former Texas Gov. Rick Perry serves on the board of directors of Energy Transfer Partners.
Concern about Trump's possible conflicts comes as protests over the pipeline have intensified in recent weeks, with total arrests since August rising to 528. A clash this past week near the main protest camp in North Dakota left a police officer and several protesters injured.


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Disc Injuries from Car Accidents
Car accidents, including minor fender benders, can cause internal injuries to your back and neck. Our chiropractor in Boca Raton can diagnose your car accident injury and provide treatment options that will reduce your pain and heal the injury.
Damaged or Herniated Discs
When the back is subjected to a jarring force, like in a car accident, it can put extreme pressure on the discs, causing them to slip out of place. When this happens, the disc starts putting pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots, causing back pain. In severe instances, the herniated disc material can irritate the sciatic nerve, causing sciatica. Irritation of the sciatic nerve causes lower back and leg pain and numbness and tingling or burning sensations.
Spinal Stenosis
Inflammation of the soft tissues and damage to one or more discs can cause spinal stenosis. For individuals with undiagnosed or asymptomatic spinal stenosis, the impact from the car accident can cause symptoms to manifest. Car accidents cause inflammation to the soft tissues in the back as well as disc injuries. This can further narrow the pathways of the nerves, causing severe back pain and numbness.
Spinal Cord Compression and Compression Fractures
Compression fractures are fairly common in moderate to severe car accidents. In this instance, the jarring force in the accident was hard enough to cause one or more of the vertebrae to break. This causes a compression of the spinal column, which puts pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots. Symptoms of spinal compression include sudden pain, loss of range of motion, numbness and tingling in the extremities and swelling.
Chiropractic Care for Disc injuries
Our chiropractor can diagnose and treat car accident related disc injuries. We offer chiropractic adjustments and massage therapy to reduce pain and heal injuries. Chiropractic adjustments gently push the vertebrae back into their proper alignment. They also reduce inflammation and facilitate the proper function of the nervous system. Massage therapy reduces overall muscle pain while increasing flexibility and circulation.
What was your experience when you visited our chiropractor after your car accident?
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→ Steve Perry, a long time [NR] contributor (check out his videos if you haven't yet), released a new e-book called "Secrets To The Nikon AF system".
→ An interesting accessory: Vello rapid lens changer for Nikon F mount:
Equipped with two locking Nikon F-mounts and easily accessed release switches, photographers will be able to quickly swap out their lenses while on the go. The mounts are made of metal and are designed to ensure that the lenses will be held with confidence. /picture copyrighted by T.I.M. 🙂
→ Here is something we all missed on April Fools' Day: the rare Nikon Apo Nikkor 1780mm lens was listed for sale on eBay for $4,300. Here is the description:
Designed for the military in the 70's. One of the world's rarest large format lenses is on sale here. The Nikon Apo Nikkor 1780mm was produced in the 1970s in an edition of 8 pieces. Some say it were only 6. The half went to the military.
Today, 4 photographers worldwide are known to own and use this lens. All ULF photographers, mostly for alternative processes and gigantic formats. This lens has an unbelieveable picture circle of 2310mm – 2 meters and 31 cm !!!!! The initial aperture is 14, the smallest aperture is 128. Picture angle is 36 ° Effective focal length is 1778mm. Weight 6.3 kilos. Flange 213 x 1,5
→ Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR ($2,796.95) vs. Tamron SP 70-200mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 ($1,299) lens comparisons (check out also the Tamron lens review at Lens Rentals):
→ New firmware updates released for:
- Coolpix B700 firmware version 1.2
- Coolpix W100 firmware version 1.3
- KeyMission 80 firmware version 1.1
- KeyMission 360 firmware version 1.3
→ Nikon products received the "Red Dot Award: Product Design 2017". The KeyMission 360 was selected for the "Best of the Best".
→ The Nikon price increase in Canada I reported a while back in now a reality – from a reader: "Nikon just raised the price of the D750 in Canada on Saturday. They also raised the price of the D5600 and D7100 and D7200. I don't think the D810 went up but body only is still $3400 CAD". Check the latest Nikon prices at Amazon Canada.
→ It seems that Nikon will not be part of the 2017 NAB show.


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This post is part of a series this week that will honor the 50th Anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, August 28, 1963.
– For Kimberlee –
So the other day, a young black friend of mine posted on her facebook about being African American. She had been asked "what African?" and of course she doesn't know what the "African" part was because, as she said, well, she's African American and we basically don't have any history of our "African" ancestry. It got me thinking…it is very, very true. Many people have been oppressed throughout the history of America (both North and South) and particularly in the history of the United States. The particular brand of colonialism that gave birth to our nation was pretty much all about standing on the backs of whoever was handy. But in that history, only Africans were sytematically separated from their history and culture by the oppressing majority. The Irish immigrants were scoffed at and beaten but were allowed education; the Jews were ghettoized and restricted in their movements but continued to practice their faith; Native Americans were outright slaughtered but they fought to the death maintaining their cultural beliefs and practices. But Africans were denied their language, their religion, their customs. In fact Africans were stripped of nearly everything except their usefulness as labor. Referred to as soulless heathens by white society, the accepted concept of the African slave was that they were brutish blank slates and any "culture" they possessed was worthless. The result of this is that today, those of us who can identify as "African" American have no idea what that actually means. We carry the pigment and other physical characteristics, but we are absent of that original culture.
So what does that leave us?
On one level it leaves us with young black people who grew up in this world with no sense of belonging or feeling as if they had something great to aspire to that belongs to them; they've assumed that they will always be "the other" and vilified; their only future is in what they "take" from society that is made for and by "the man." They live on the margins of society with maybe a glimpse here and there of something called success, only to see it taken away or held just out of reach.
But maybe there's another way to look at it…
When our "African" history was obscured, and when we were raped and shuffled around and traded like so much grain, true to anything as resilient and old as the human race, we were still fertile…so fertile that even in a place with no soil and no nutrients, we grew. We grew not just in terms of finding and equaling our education, not just in terms of flourishing creatively, not just in terms of discovering our political and communal strength, not just in terms of evolving spiritually. We grew as a brand new and unique race with a unique set of potentials that is still waiting for us to acknowledge. Like jazz music, we were a blend of everything we carried in our genetic code, plus all of the hardship and obstacles put in our way. Eventually, we had to ignite. We are not just "African" Americans, we are Native, Irish, German, Spanish, Asian…and we are the only ones who can truly lay claim to being all of those things…the embodiment of the melting pot. We are the worst nightmare of colonial European cultures that prided themselves on racial "purity"…we are the combination of all of the strongest parts of all of the cultures that have mixed here in the United States; and we are irrepressible.
I had a lovely conversation with a friend recently where we were talking about potential. We were discussing how some people can look at someone based on one world view and see them as a "waste" of potential. On the contrary, potential is never wasted. Potential is a well that is always ready to use. Each time you access any part of that potential…any time you dip into that unfathomable reservoir of ability, you will pull out something that is far beyond what those with less potential are capable of achieving. Whether it is Nobel Prize winning diplomacy or cooking dinner. This is how I view the black American; a people who contain the richness of many cultures, visible in skin and facial features, but also language, faith, creativity, aptitude and a host of unmeasurable gifts. These aren't wasted. They are present and ready to use at any moment in time. It is simply up to more young black Americans to use them.
The different and distinct cultures that people lift up and identify with so strongly are beautiful and deserve their spectacular place in our modern society; but so does the melting pot "African" American. So to Kimberlee, I say, yes, you may have no idea where your "African" really comes from, but you have something that is completely unique. Think of yourself as the "Jazz American." You can swing and waltz; you can paint and calculate; you are mother and father, child and parent. You are the dynamic blending of all of cultures that are gathered here as one. You more than anyone, own this American experience and with it you can change the world.


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Stephen Curry Can Be the Next Steve Nash, But Does He Want to Be?Getty Images
No part of what's been a mostly predictable NBA postseason has been more entertaining than Stephen Curry's emergence as a bona fide superstar. Even on the playoff stage, where opposing coaches knew exactly what Curry wanted to do, and how he wanted to do it, defenders were still resigned to simply crossing their fingers and hoping he would go cold.
It's treatment typically reserved for scoring machines like Kobe Bryant and Carmelo Anthony, two potent scorers who have frustrated defenses for years with their incredible shot-making. Curry has joined that rarefied company, and in terms of his ability to pile up points, the comparisons are apt. What sets Curry apart, though, is that he has the potential to be much more than a brilliant individual scorer. He can be the maestro of great offenses for years. It's not Kobe or Carmelo to whom Curry should be compared. It's Steve Nash.
The Curry-Nash comparison is certainly not a mind-blowing new concept. The similarities between Curry and Suns-era Nash are pretty evident — both are elite shooters, high-IQ players, ambidextrous finishers, and creative passers. Nash may not have put up the points that Anthony or Bryant do, but his influence on an elite offense (the same ability Curry may have) was possibly greater. Despite never once averaging more than 20 points per game, four of Nash's Suns teams rank in the top 25 all time in terms of offensive efficiency. The only other players anchoring that many teams in the top 25 are Magic Johnson and Michael Jordan.
Given the aggressive nature of today's NBA defenses, any offense with a primary option who isn't a willing and capable passer has a cap on its potential. LeBron James, one of the most well-rounded superstars in the history of the game, has always embraced this, and even the formerly tunnel-vision-afflicted super scorer Kevin Durant has started to accept it.
Nash didn't morph into a playmaking savant until his move to Phoenix, which happened well into his career. It was with the Suns, aided by experience and the guidance of Mike D'Antoni, that Nash fully embraced the art of making his teammates better. Whether it was a shift in his own basketball values or a matter of pragmatism, Nash improved his teams offensively not because he controlled the game through his scoring or shooting, but because he used the threat of each to create chances for others. It wasn't always with physics-defying passes, either. More often than not, Nash made the simple play that allowed his teammate to have an advantage when shooting or driving against a defender. He was a master at what in coaching terms is called "creating closeouts," or forcing help defenders to gravitate toward him, sometimes just a step or two, and putting them in a tough spot to recover back to their original man. Nash played the role of the decoy to perfection, a role made possible because of the threat his shooting presented. With the ability to convert jumpers from any spot on the floor with great efficiency, defenses were always forced to pay attention to Nash wherever he went at the expense of guarding his teammates. It's why Gregg Popovich always famously tried to turn Nash into a scorer during those epic Spurs-Suns clashes in the mid-'00s — he'd rather get burned by Nash's jumpers than have to worry about him getting the entire team involved in scoring.
This is what Curry, who is just entering his prime years, should understand. At a certain point, teams want players with Curry's array of talents to simply be scorers. And in Golden State, he has the chance to be more. There will always be the notion that Nash became Steve Nash, NBA MVP, because of D'Antoni's system, and therefore Curry would need to luck into a similar system to truly capitalize on his immense playmaking potential. That's somewhat of a half-truth. D'Antoni's system succeeded on the same basic principles as the current Warriors offense does under Mark Jackson — play fast, spread the floor with wings who can shoot, and give the decision-making power to the primary ball handler, which more often than not is Curry. It's certainly true that Nash and D'Antoni's system had a mutually beneficial relationship, but what made it work was Nash's ability to pass and willingness to seek any small edge for his teammates to succeed.
That is the challenge now facing Curry. Right now, he is still in the process of figuring out who he is and what he can do. After this postseason, it's clear to Curry and those who watched him that he can dictate a game through sheer scoring power, but his impact on the offense was much bigger than that. When Curry's space-creating shiftiness was limited due to a sore ankle, he was forced to slow down his game, and we saw the amazing lefty hook passes float over defenders and lead to easy buckets. Not only did he display the ability to make all the simple and extraordinary passes that made life easier on his teammates, but he showed an understanding that his team could function at a higher level because of it — the same understanding Nash gained in Phoenix.
As a young player whose definition still lies somewhere between being potent individual scorer and unselfish playmaker, Curry has a decision to make about which direction he wants his offensive game to go. If he stays the same type of player he is now, he will still be an entertaining force, but perhaps not one that makes his entire team unstoppable. As Nash enters the twilight of his career in L.A., Curry may very well be his successor. But it's up to him to decide whether that's the kind of superstar he wants to be.
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