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Weight and fertility: 6 science-based tips
A woman's fertility is highly individual. Many factors can influence your ability to conceive, such as age, lifestyle, genetics, stress, and even weight.
I know weight can be a challenging topic, but as a nutritionist, it's my job to look at the science behind the number on the scales (don't worry, it's not too scary!).
Below is a summary of the current research on weight and fertility, as well as some science-based tips to support you on your journey to becoming a mother.
Weight and fertility: The science at a glance
Several studies found an increased risk of infertility in both underweight (BMI <19) and overweight (BMI >25) women. The risk for infertility is lowest among women of average weight (BMI 19-25).
The science strongly suggests maintaining a healthy weight could reduce the risk of infertility and improve your chances of becoming pregnant.
Low weight and fertility
Underweight women may experience irregular menstrual cycles and malnutrition – two things that can interfere with your body's ability to support and nourish a growing foetus.
If you think about it, nature ensures that only healthy organisms, who are capable of maintaining a healthy pregnancy, are reproducing.
It's possible to get pregnant if you're underweight, but it often takes a long time. Research shows that underweight women take an average of 29 months to conceive, while women with a 'normal' weight profile take an average of 6.8 months.
Of course, many underweight women eat nutritiously and just happen to have smaller frames. If this is you, it's a good idea to pay extra attention to your diet while you're trying to conceive to ensure you're getting sufficient calories.
Obesity and fertility
There is an increased risk of infertility for overweight women (when compared to women in the normal BMI weight range), but it's obesity that poses the most complications.
Obesity is classified as a BMI above 30 and is linked to menstrual disorders, miscarriage, and poor pregnancy outcomes. It may also lead to insulin resistance, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), and impaired endocrine function.
Of course, every body is different, and BMI is not always a perfect science. If you have any concerns, it's a good idea to seek qualified, professional support to help you better understand your risk factors.
Six science-based tips for a healthy preconception diet
In today's marketing-saturated world it can be difficult to know how to eat, let alone what to eat. From intermittent fasting to Paleo to Keto, we're drowning in information overload.
I don't believe in fad diets or extremely rigid eating plans. I believe, at its core, proper nutrition is simple and revolves around real, whole foods. The science supports me, too.
Here are six science-based tips for eating well when you're trying to conceive.
Eat more plant-based protein
A small number of studies have found that increasing protein intake (particularly from plant sources) could help to normalise menstrual cycles in women suffering from PCOS. This could be because when you eat more protein, you tend to eat less simple carbohydrates, which can lead to weight loss.
Either way, increasing your intake of plant-based protein is a great rule of thumb for eating sufficient nutrients.
Consider the Mediterranean diet
The Mediterranean diet is not a fad diet. It's a way of eating that focuses on wholesome, unprocessed foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish, legumes, nuts, and poultry.
One study of women undergoing IVF found a 40% increase in successful pregnancies in those who adhered to the Mediterranean diet.
The Mediterranean diet has also been linked to healthier pregnancies and pregnancy outcomes.
Eat more fruit
Fruit gets a bit of a bad rep in low-sugar circles, but it's still one of nature's nutritional powerhouses.
One study found women who ate more fruit took less time to conceive and enjoyed less risk of infertility. Women who ate fruit 3+ times per day were up to 29% less likely to be infertile compared with women who ate very little fruit.
Avoid fast food
In another study, women who ate no fast food experienced a 24% reduction in the time it took them to conceive when compared to women who ate fast food four or more times per week.
The study also found eating no fast food reduced the risk of infertility by 41%!
Move your BMI into the healthy weight range
If you need to gain weight:
- Try eating smaller meals more frequently to avoid overwhelming your small tummy.
- Add more good fats into your diet such as avocado, chia seeds, nuts, and seeds.
- Incorporate more whole grain carbohydrates.
- Decrease your exercise levels if needed. Heavy weight lifting can disrupt your hormone levels as well as decrease your body fat percentage. Keep resistance (weight) training to 30 minutes three times per week, and cardiovascular (walking, running, biking) to 30-40 minutes three to four times per week.
If you need to lose weight:
- Decrease fat from unhealthy sources such as meat, eggs, butter, and baked goods.
- Maintain or increase fats from avocados, chia seeds, nuts, and seeds.
- Replace simple 'white' carbohydrates with whole grains.
- Incorporate exercise into your weekly routine by following a similar plan to the one outlined above (under the gain weight section).
Practice mindful eating for portion control
As a mum of two kids under five, with a full-time job, I totally understand busy. I often get through the day and need to think hard to remember what I had for lunch or if I even remembered to have breakfast.
Equally, I might go to grab something out of the pantry and not be able to find it – because I probably ate it all without realising.
We ALL need to work on mindful eating. You can practice it very easily.
- Next time you have a snack, make sure you sit at the table to eat. No distractions – no TV, no cell phone, etc.
- Take one bite/mouthful at a time. Really taste it. Feel the texture in your mouth. Is it hot or cold food? Rough or smooth? Squishy or crunchy? Does it dissolve or break apart?
- Take your time and notice how full you're getting. Stop when you feel comfortable. The rest can get saved for a snack for later or lunch tomorrow.
Final thoughts on weight and fertility
Fertility is complex, and there is no one-size-fits-all solution (if only someone could wave a magic wand!). What these studies suggest is weight is a key piece of the fertility puzzle, so it's worth paying attention to if you're trying to conceive.
If you'd like further support and guidance, please book a free 15-minute consultation. In this time, you're welcome to ask me your top weight and fertility questions (you'll be surprised at how much ground we can cover in just 15 minutes).
Book your free 15-minute consultation today.
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Wasted Energy
Tuesday, Sep 15, 2009
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, more than half of all energy produced or imported in the United States is lost either in transmission or in conversion. Cars (internal combustion engines) are the worst offenders, with only 20% of the energy (e.g. gasoline) reaching the drive train.
https://eed.llnl.gov/flow/images/LLNLEnergyChart300.jpg (Energy Flow Charts)
Things were similar in 1976:
https://eed.llnl.gov/flow/pdf/UCID-17443.pdf1 quad is 10^15 Btu (British Thermal Unit).
1 Btu is the amount of heat necessary to raise one pound of water by 1 degree Fahrenheit (F), or approximately the amount of heat created by a single match.
For electricity generation, the electrical system energy losses are assumed by the EIA to be about two-thirds of the energy consumed. In the residential/commercial and industrial sectors, the division between "useful" and "rejected" or "lost" energy depends on assumed efficiencies of conversion processes, based on engineer's estimates for the conversion efficiency of devices such as process heaters and boilers. In the residential/commercial sector, a 75% efficiency is assumed, which is a weighted average between space heating at approximately 60% and electrical motors and other electrical uses at about 90%. For the industrial sector, 80% efficiency is assumed. For transportation, a generous 20% efficiency is assumed, which corresponds to the approximate average efficiency of internal combustion engines as measured on Federal Driving Schedules (i.e., the amount of energy that actually reaches the drive train of a vehicle, compared to the amount of energy consumed.)
The energy content of fuels varies depending on source, fuel type, year of production, and the sector using the fuel. Some conversion factors, useful for estimation, are given below.
Short ton of coal: 21,400,000 Btu Barrel (42 gallons) of crude oil: 5,800,000 Btu Cubic foot of natural gas (at standard conditions): 1,027 Btu Kilowatt-hour of electricity: 3,412 Btu
Energy and Environment at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Data and Conventions Used, https://eed.llnl.gov/flow/dataused.php.


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In recent months, pink has been the lipcolor du jour in the fashion world. Odelon Simpao and Shanon Pamaong paid homage to the ultra feminine hue with pale shades coloring their models' lips at Philippine Fashion Week Holiday 2010. Black winged liner added some biker chick edge to the entire look.
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Supplements include the following: VitaminsAmino AcidsMineralsHerbsOther Botanicals Supplements That Are Not Helpful Products classified as dietary supplements are not required to meet any Food and Drug Administration (FDA) standards. There are no regulations that guarantee the safety or purity of something sold as a supplement. Therefore, supplements are not: Required to meet the same safety requirements as over-the-counter or prescription drugs or food ingredientsHeld to specific manufacturing standardsGuaranteed to meet product potency or purity ratingsRequired to prove the effectiveness of any health claim they makeRequired to meet safety or efficacy testing prior to going to the market The FDA is prohibited from removing a product from the market unless it can prove that the product will cause a medical problem. Most health risks of supplements are discovered after the product is on the market. Supplements that are pulled from the market are usually linked to reported serious health risk or death that is tied to the use of the product. Ergogenic Aids and Performance Enhancing Substances Ergogenic aids consist of substance, drugs, procedures and even devices that are intended to improve athletic performance. Some of these substances are naturally occurring, easily available and completely legal while others are manufactured, illegal, or banned by many sporting organizations. Why Athletes Use Performance Enhancing Drugs Common Sports Supplements Used by Athletics Branched-Chain Amino Acids (BCAA): These natural amino acids (leucine, isoleucine, and valine) are found in protein foods. While a good diet can provide them, some athletes take BCAA supplements. 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You should read tips that will help you make an informed decision about what actually works. Benefits and Risks of Taking Dietary Supplements Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Get nutrition tips and advice to make healthy eating easier. Sign Up You're in! Thank you, {{form.email}}, for signing up. There was an error. Please try again. What are your concerns? Other Inaccurate Hard to Understand Submit Article Sources Verywell Fit uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read our editorial process to learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable, and trustworthy. National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements. Dietary Supplements for Exercise and Athletic Performance.


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Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Chiller Expo
This weekend I went to the Chiller Expo in Parsippany, NJ. After about a 2 hour commute we arrived about 1 hour before closing. Unfortunately everyone was closing up or had gone home by that point. We missed Lou Ferrigno, Peter Criss, Mark Slaughter to name a few. But I did get a chance to see Ken Kelly and pick up a signed print from him. He's one of the most amazing fantasy artists of our times. It was an awesome crowd and tons of amazing things to look at. I'm definitely going to go earlier next year so I can see more. Since we arrived so late I didn't get alot of photos but here are some links to some of the people there this weekend.
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Mas For Sale
Welcome in a new day with a gentle early morning swim in your own private swimming pool before enjoying a leisurely 'al fresco' breakfast and drinking in the wonderful rural views surrounding your restored stone mas; while away a sunny day basking in the sun on the patio and then take a stroll through the ancient olive groves and listen to the gentle murmur of a distant stream; relax with family and friends around an evening barbecue and watch the sun set behind distant mountains. Mostly located in quietly beautiful rural locations in the countryside of southern France and beautifully renovated to offer fabulous living space, there are mas for sale throughout Languedoc Roussillon and Provence – particularly in the Camargue and Luberon – all presenting an ideal investment opportunity for investors wanting something that little bit different.
What is a Mas?
A mas is a traditional farmhouse - originally a farm producing fruit, vegetables, grain, milk, meat and even silkworms – made of local stone and built so that the property always faces away from the direction of the wind. The rear of the building is windowless and the sides of the property have very small and narrow windows to protect against the heat of the summer or the cold of the winter. A mas in Provence is almost always rectangular, with two sloping roofs, although those in Luberon can also be L shaped. A stairway, often in the centre, leads to a corridor on the upper floor, usually on the north side of the house, which opens onto the bedrooms. The upper floor also has space for storing forage for the animals and grain, and for the raising of silkworms. The mas of the Camargue is strongly influenced by the climate and the environment, and resembles a Spanish hacienda, with large spaces, white walls, an interior court and buildings in the form of a U for the residence and stables. The size of a mas depended upon the wealth and number of its original occupants: from 150 square metres to over one thousand square metres, including the barn and other structures. As the family grew larger the mas would be made longer to accommodate them.
The traditional mas is now a very sought-after type of property both as a second home and for holiday rentals, and across the south of France there is a healthy supply of mas for sale in a range of sizes and locations. The larger properties – those with five bedrooms or more - offer excellent opportunities for holiday rental income with some having been converted into individual apartments or operating as a 'bed and breakfast'.
The region of Provence ranges from the snow-capped mountains of the Southern Alps to the delta plains of the Camargue, and boasts Europe's greatest canyon, the Gorges du Verdon. Historic fortified towns guard its ancient borders, picturesque villages perch defensively on hilltops and the great cities of Arles, Aix and Avignon are full of gastronomic delights, historic wonders and cultural glories. Mas for sale in Provence can be found throughout the region for a wide range of prices depending on the size and location.
Restored Mas for sale
All will have been restored to a very high standard using traditional materials such as wood and stone and retaining the original stone walls and high vaulted ceilings but including modern amenities such as swimming pools, large terraces with superb views and luxury accommodation including fully fitted kitchens, modern en suite bathrooms and beautifully decorated interiors. Mas for sale in Provence are found in some of the most beautiful locations in the region; surrounded by green and shady pine forests, clinging to the sides of rugged mountains or overlooking wooded valleys or wide gleaming rivers. Always facing south to protect from the mistral winds, these mas have the most wonderful views and provide an ideal location to simply relax, soak up the sunshine and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of rural France. Prices range from around €500,000 to over €1.5m for the larger properties with more land.
Buying a Mas in France
Bordering Provence, Languedoc Roussillon is an undiscovered gem of a region ranging from the breathtakingly beautiful Mediterranean coastline to the rugged snow-capped mountains of the Pyrenees. It has some of France's best cuisine, a rich medieval history and historic cities such as Carcassonne, Narbonne and Nîmes. Mas for sale in Languedoc Roussillon again vary enormously depending on your budget and taste but typically can be found dotted throughout the rural landscape in picturesque and tranquil locations. Although the region is typically cheaper than neighbouring Provence, the continuing healthy demand for top quality mas have kept prices relatively high. For example an 18th Century mas near the walled city of Carcassonne with four bedrooms, swimming pool and an outside dining area and surrounded by ancient woodland and orchards would cost in the region of €700,000 which is comparable to Provence although there are cheaper properties also available for around €200,000 - €350,000 although these are typically smaller with less land.
Mas are special; evoking the traditions and romance of a bygone era yet providing all the convenience and luxury of modern day living, they are becoming increasingly popular as an investment both as a residence and also as holiday rental accommodation. There are mas for sale in some of the most stunning and remote areas of France and for the wise investor, these unusual properties can provide an excellent investment opportunity.
Guide to the French Buying Process
1. Signing the Agreement (Compris)
On finding a property you wish to purchase you will need to negotiate the terms, price and conditions of the sale with the owner. The next step, once you are in agreement, is to sign the preliminary contract (Compromis de Vente). This is a legal document and after ten days will be binding on both parties. Rules change frequently in France and it is best to consult with your notary about when this period starts. Generally the compris will be signed in France with the Agent. Variants can be included in the compris, for example an Acte (clause) can be added if the name or names to go on the title deed have not been finalised. If a mortgage will be required to purchase the property, the details for this, including the name of the mortgage company, must be on the compris.
2. Paying the Deposit
Generally the deposit will be 10% of the agreed purchase price. This will normally be paid to the notaire. There are exceptions to this, if the agent holds a carte professionelle, is bonded and fully registered then you may pay them, but do not hand over the deposit to anyone else. If for some reason the purchase does not go through, for example, if you write to the notaire and the agent that you do not wish to go continue with the purchase before the contract is binding (within seven days of signing the compris), then your deposit would be repaid. This would also apply if a condition had not been met, or the mayor or S.A.F.E.R. (a government agency that has the right of first purchase on most rural property that comes onto the market in France) could oblige the purchaser to give way. If you decide after the seven days 'cooling off' period that you do not wish to complete the purchase and pull out of the sale you would lose your deposit. If however the vendor pulls out of the sale then you will receive your deposit back plus the same amount from the vendor.
3. On Completion
Generally it will take around two or three months to complete the purchase. During this time the balance of the purchase money must be paid into the account of the notaire, this must be done well ahead of the completion date. The notaire will prepare the documents, check that the deed of sale (Acte de Vente) is in order and have the legal title ready to be signed over. It is possible to have someone sign on your behalf if you give them power of attorney. An interpreter may be of use at this point if your French is not very good and many Notaires will suggest (or insist) that an interpreter is with you.
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Luxury Country Estate with Vineyard and Equestrian Facilities in the South of France.
A unique and utterly exceptional luxury country estate in the beautiful Var department in the South of France. This exclusive equestrian and wine property is set in 130 hectares, with beauti...
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6 bedroom farmhouse for sale, Aix en Provence, Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence
6 bedroom farmhouse for sale, Aix en Provence, Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence
Fabulous and superbly renovated eighteenth Century bastide with 6 bedrooms, offering chic and contemporary accommodation in a beautiful situation with panoramic views. The spacious 375m2 stone...
- Floor Size: 375 square metres
- Plot Size: 7,404 square metres (0.74 hectares / 1.83 acres)
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6 bedroom farmhouse for sale, Les Baux De Provence, Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence
6 bedroom farmhouse for sale, Les Baux De Provence, Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence
Beautiful 6 bedroom stone built property, situated in a quiet setting within a large 50,000m2 plot, nestled right in the heart of the Alpilles close to the renowned village of Les Baux de Provence and...
- Floor Size: 190 square metres
- Plot Size: 50,000 square metres (5.00 hectares / 12.36 acres)
- Bedrooms: 6
13 bedroom farmhouse for sale, Saint Remy de Provence, Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence
13 bedroom farmhouse for sale, Saint Remy de Provence, Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence
Magnificent XIVth Century farmhouse, which is currently running as a successful 13 bedroom countryside B&B, with stunning views towards the majestic plain, located in the countryside of Saint-Remy de ...
- Floor Size: 1,000 square metres
- Plot Size: 10,000 square metres (1.00 hectares / 2.47 acres)
- Bedrooms: 13
6 bedroom manor house for sale, Saint Andiol, Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence
6 bedroom manor house for sale, Saint Andiol, Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence
Spacious and full of character and charm, this beautiful manor house is ideally situated in a quiet setting in Saint Andiol, just 10 minutes from Saint Remy de Provence. This beautifully restor...
- Floor Size: 298 square metres
- Plot Size: 25,000 square metres (2.50 hectares / 6.18 acres)
- Bedrooms: 6
5 bedroom house for sale, Eygalieres, Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence
5 bedroom house for sale, Eygalieres, Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence
Outstanding 4 bedroom stone farmhouse with expansive pool, tennis court, boules pitch and independent one bedroom studio set in over an acre of beautiful landscaped gardens, enjoying panoramic views f...
- Floor Size: 300 square metres
- Plot Size: 5,450 square metres (0.55 hectares / 1.35 acres)
- Bedrooms: 5
6 bedroom farmhouse for sale, Verquieres, Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence
6 bedroom farmhouse for sale, Verquieres, Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence
Superb and totally restored 6 bedroom home, located in Verquieres, close to Saint Remy de Provence. This beautiful renovated and authentic Provencal farmhouse has a total spacious living area o...
- Floor Size: 680 square metres
- Plot Size: 65,000 square metres (6.50 hectares / 16.06 acres)
- Bedrooms: 6
9 bedroom farmhouse for sale, Graveson, Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence
9 bedroom farmhouse for sale, Graveson, Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence
Outstanding and beautifully renovated rural property set in 40 acres, including 34 acres of olive groves with generous and versatile accommodation and close to Saint Remy de Provence. This hi...
- Floor Size: 450 square metres
- Plot Size: 160,000 square metres (16.00 hectares / 39.54 acres)
- Bedrooms: 9
9 bedroom farmhouse for sale, Mouries, Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence
9 bedroom farmhouse for sale, Mouries, Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence
Immaculate 9 bedroom olive farm estate with 7.5 acres of land, pool and tennis courst, ideally located in a quiet setting in Mouries, in the "Vallee des Baux" which is renowned for its labelled AOP ol...
- Floor Size: 660 square metres
- Plot Size: 30,268 square metres (3.03 hectares / 7.48 acres)
- Bedrooms: 9
Exceptional historical property for sale in Provence
Exceptional historical property for sale in Provence
In the village of Aups is this exceptional and historical 18th century property, steeped in history sitting in over a hectare of grounds with a swimming pool. Olive groves with 219 trees. ...
- Floor Size: 290 square metres
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Car interiors have come a long way, marrying look and feel with maximum safety, but what will the advent of the self-drive vehicle herald in terms of motoring comfort? More room to move perhaps
In 1917, the average saloon car accommodated four to six average-sized humans in two rows. Instrumentation and controls were positioned within easy sight and reach of the driver. Window area was maximised for all-round visibility. Out of necessity, interior surfaces were made from wood, leather, textile and metal. Sound familiar?
That's not to say nothing has changed in a hundred years. Over the last 70 years, for instance, cars have progressively become lower, forcing drivers and passengers to adopt a reclined, close-to-the-floor seating position. Doors have become thicker and beltlines higher to accommodate side-impact beams, airbags and motors for powered windows and locks. Injection-moulded plastics have allowed for the surfaces around driver and passenger to be integrated into a more-or-less continuous, soft-touch form. Sit in almost any 2017 saloon car and the sum total of all this evolution is obvious: while undoubtedly a safer, physically more comfortable place to be than its forebears, the car has also become more claustrophobic, with driver and passengers hemmed in by gun-slit windows, vault-like doors, and thick, blind-spot inducing pillars.
Naturally, fashion too is a powerful influence on how car interiors look and feel. Though the designer's basic material palette of wood, leather, metal and textile has remained almost static, their treatment fluctuates – careening between
futurism, retro, stark practicality and luxury, depending on the brand, prevailing social preferences and the market position of the individual model. Epitomising the very peak of the market is Rolls-Royce. No other car so clearly articulates what has remained the same in interiors since 1917. Even in the latest Phantom, Wraith or Ghost, dashboards are veneer boards, everything that looks like chrome is chrome, and everything that looks like leather is leather. What was hand-wrought in these elemental materials 100 years ago out of necessity is now a matter of choice – and a substantial price tag befitting 'the finest of the fine'.
But even here, a slow transformation is underway. Though the materials in the latest Rolls-Royce are traditional, their forms have become less baroque and more minimalist over the last two decades. And subtly creeping in behind the traditional facade is cutting-edge technology: an infotainment screen concealed behind a veneer flap on the dashboard; fibre-optic 'stars' embedded in the wool headliner; a four-camera panoramic view system; and the inevitable Wi-Fi.
Carmakers lower down in the market hierarchy may not handcraft their interiors; the 'veneers' and 'leathers' in a mid-range saloon probably have more in common with petrochemicals than trees and cows – but they still strive to at least simulate the Rolls-Royce experience. Where simulated wood, leather and metal isn't present, simulated carbon fibre or glossy piano-black finishes are substituted as a gesture toward futurism.
This is an excerpt from the "Interiors Motives" article from the November 2017 issue of Perspective magazine.
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ASSEN (Netherlands), June 30: Maverick Vinales cruised to his first win of the season at the Dutch MotoGP in Assen on Sunday, comfortably seeing off world
champion Marc Marquez who extended his lead at the top of the championship table.
Yamaha's 24-year-old rider took control at the 'Cathedral of Speed' with a dozen laps to go, soon pulling clear for his sixth career MotoGP win in his 80th race, but his first since Australia last year.
The mustachioed Vinales, who crossed the line almost five seconds clear of Marquez, told BT Sport: "This is honestly one of the tracks I like most in the calendar.
"I want to congratulate my team, they did a great job. I'm living my dream, it's been such a long time since my last victory!"
Marquez, who extended his championship lead despite finishing second, said: "I knew Yamaha were very very strong in practice, so this is like a victory. Vinales – he deserves the win."
Pole sitter Fabio Quartararo had to settle for third after appearing to have difficulties on his Yamaha, prolonging his wait for a first win in the top category.
But he refused to blame his machine, telling BT Sport: "I was leading the race for the first time, so I'm happy, can't wait for Germany (next weekend)."
The Frenchman, who had set a new track record in qualifying on Saturday, added that his "arm is a little hurting" in reference to the surgery he required at the start of June.
Vinales's teammate, veteran Italian Valentino Rossi, failed to finish after crashing out with Takaaki Nakagami in the early stages.
Despite missing out on the win Marquez left Assen in good spirits as he pulled 44 points clear of Andrea Dovizioso, who took fourth on Sunday, in the MotoGP rider's title race.
Earlier, Augusto Fernandez capitalised on Lorenzo Baldassarri wiping out Alex Marquez to claim the Dutch Moto2 Grand Prix.
The 21-year-old Spaniard was left out in front to celebrate his debut win in the category after Baldassarri crashed into the championship leader in the closing laps.
The pair ended up in a heap on the gravel, Marquez's hopes of a fourth consecutive win dashed.
Swiss rider Thomas Luthi who took fourth at Assen now leads the Moto2 standings on 117 points from Marquez on 111, with Fernandez in third on 92.
Honda's Italian rider Tony Arbolino overtook Lorenzo Dalla Porta in the closing laps to claim the Moto3 race.
Jakub Kornfeil had led until a penalty for cutting a chicane saw him eventually finish third in a race marked by a three-bike crash involving Japanese duo Kaito Toba and Tatsuki Suzuki and Raul Fernandez of Spain.
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10 stress-busting holiday destinations in India
"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did do…..Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." – Mark Twain
Mark Twain was one of the many thinkers and writers in the history who believed that traveling is the most important part of life's journey. And they say to travel is to take a journey into yourself. Also, traveling is the best way to disconnect from a regular mundane life, and keep your mind off things that stress you out. While most Indians would prefer traveling abroad when it comes to releasing stress and chilling out, the innate and raw beauty of India attracts thousands of foreign tourists every month. There is a reason why India is an ultimate haven for most travelers across the world. There are ample holiday destinations in India where one can can simply escape to the mesmerizing beauty of landscapes and untrodden pathways.
Here is a list of top stress-relieving holiday destinations in India where you can get one with nature, and completely unwind your mind, body and soul.
Must Visit Holiday Destinations in India
Munnar, Kerala
Munnar is one of the most beautiful and enchanting hill stations in South India. The lush green tea plantations, spectacular mountain ranges, beautiful valleys and wildlife will make you fall head over heels in love with this place. Visit the picturesque beauty of Munnar will surely sooth your soul, help you get closer to nature through Kerala Holiday Packages.
Wayanad, Kerala
Nestled among the western ghats of North Kerala, Wayanad is one of those cities in North Kerala, which is bestowed with abundant natural beauty. Vaythri is the most popular attraction in Wayanad. It is surrounded by thick green forests, diverse wildlife, stunning valleys, paddy fields, water bodies and spice plantations. Enjoy long walks and warm evenings by the campfire, and let the nature do its magic for you.
Varkala, Kerala
Located on the outskirts of Thiruvanathapuram district, Varkala is a surreal and tranquil coastal town, and a lesser known side of Kerala. The naturally beautiful setting, pristine beaches and adjoining forts make it an ultimate haven for spirituality and solace seekers. The most attractive feature of this beautiful temple town is its sparkling markets with a dash of hippie culture.
Coorg, Karnataka
Referred as the Scotland of India, Coorg is a small peaceful town nestled in the Western ghats of Southern Karnataka. The rich flora, breathtaking sights, diverse wildlife, and world-class coffee makes Coorg one of the best holiday destinations in India. You can stay at home stay resorts run by local families, and do nothing, but admire nature and feel blessed. If you want a break from the hustle and bustle of city life, Coorg is a place for you.
Mcleod Ganj, Dharamshala
Renowned as the home of Tibetan spiritual leader, Dalai Lama, McLeod Ganj is not only a popular travelers hang-out in Himachal Pradesh, but it is also one of the most visited hillstations in India. Its undeniable charm, spiritually enchanting tibetan culture, beautifully designed monastries and temples, and picture perfect landscapes make this beauteous hill station a perfect destination to relax and release stress.
Hampi, Karnataka
Most travelers head to Hampi when they long for a solitude and peace of mind. The architectural marvels, laid-back ambience, undulating terrains, and unearthly landscapes of this well-recoganized world heritage site takes you right back into the medievel period, and leave you spell-bound. From the famous Hampi Bazaar to recreational areas, Hampi has a lot to offer to its happy-go-lucky and laid-back travelers.
Lakshadweep islands
Situated 400 kms off India's west Coast in the Arabian sea, Lakshasdweep is one of the most beautiful destinations to spend your holidays. The lovely sun-kissed beaches adorned with multi-hued corals, azure lagoons, beautiful marine life and villages attract thousands of travelers from far and wide. The pervasive peacefulness of these stunning islands will definitely give you a break from the chaos and confusion of city life.
Andaman Islands
Abound in nature's beauty and filled with stunning beaches, the isolated group of Andaman islands are sure a traveler's delight so visit this beautiful place through Andaman Holiday Packages . Sea walking at North Bay Island, scuba-diving at Havelock Island, beach bumming at Radha nagar beach and trek to Madhuban are some of the most exciting things to do in Andaman islands. For sea walking, you need not to be a swimmer. Just wear a helmet which lets you breath normally, and catch a glimpse of the stunning corals and mesmerising marine life.
Kasol, Himachal Pradesh
Nestled in the Parvati valley, on the banks of lovely Parvati river, Kasol is a small village in the Himachal Pradesh region of North India. The untouched hills, low population and the breathtaking scenic valleys have recently transformed this small valley, also known as a mini Israel in Himachal Pradesh, into a hub for backpackers. The raggie bars, bakeries and rustic guest houses and cafes attract largely hippie/Israeli crowd.If you are looking for some solitude, visit Kasol through Himachal Tourism at least once to escape from the stresses of a mundane life.
Old Manali, Manali
The quaint town of Old Manali is filled with swaying eucalyptus, lovely roads, small markets, sweet little eateries and cafes. Manali is one of the most popular holiday destinations in India, but only a few people explore the peaceful and serene Old Manali. Tweetering of birds, sound of gushing water and the exotic charm of this village will make you feel that you have crossed into another country.
Suggested Read : A Complete Guide To The Himalaya's Hippie Town, Manali
Your holidays in India can be full of surprises and fun. Thomas Cook India provides some of the best holiday packages in India and tour packages in India.


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Flyway, what?
Flyway is an open-source tool that helps you implement automated and version-based database migrations. It allows you to define the required update operations in an SQL script or as Java code. It keeps track of all applied migrations and the current database version so that it can detect and execute the required migration steps to update your database to the latest version. Flyway provides you several options to run the database migration. You can trigger it as part of your build process, use a command line client or integrate it into your Java application. In this post, I will give you an overview of Flyway and the steps required to integrate it in your project.
Flyway, why?
Many software projects are using relational databases as an important part of their technology stack. This typically requires the handling of database migrations. Reasons to perform migrations on the database are manifold. A few examples:
- New features require new sets of database tables, views and indexes.
- Bug fixes require changes to existing database objects.
- Performance problems require new indexes for certain database tables.
Many projects still rely on manually applied sql scripts. And sometimes not even that (a quick sql statement here or there to fix a problem). And soon many questions arise:
- What state is the database in on this machine?
- Has this script already been applied or not?
- Has the quick fix in production been applied in test afterwards?
- How do you set up a new database instance?
Database migrations are a great way to regain control of this mess. They allow you to:
- Recreate a database from scratch
- Make it clear at all times what state a database is in
- Migrate in a deterministic way from your current version of the database to a newer one
Welcome to Flyway, database migrations made easy.
Flyway, how?
The easiest scenario is when you point Flyway to an empty database.
- It will try to locate its schema history table. As the database is empty, Flyway won't find it and will create it instead.
- You now have a database with a single empty table called flyway_schema_history by default. This table will be used to track the state of the database.
- Immediately afterwards Flyway will begin scanning the filesystem or the classpath of the application for migrations. They can be written in either Sql or Java.
- The migrations are then sorted based on their version number and applied in order.
- As each migration gets applied, the schema history table is updated accordingly.
With the metadata and the initial state in place, we can now talk about migrating to newer versions.
- Flyway will once again scan the filesystem or the classpath of the application for migrations. The migrations are checked against the schema history table. If their version number is lower or equal to the one of the version marked as current, they are ignored.
- The remaining migrations are the pending migrations: available, but not applied.
- They are then sorted by version number and executed in order.
- The schema history table is updated accordingly.
And that's it! Every time the need to evolve the database arises, whether structure (DDL) or reference data (DML), simply create a new migration with a version number higher than the current one. The next time Flyway starts, it will find it and upgrade the database accordingly.
Get Started
Ready to get started? This brief tutorial will teach how to get up and running with the Flyway Command-line tool. It will take you through the steps on how to configure it and how to write and execute your first few database migrations.
The installation of Flyway Command-line Tool is really straightforward. Download the latest package from the Flyway download page and extract it to a preferable location on the target machine. Make sure to either create a soft-link to the
flyway-executable or add the installation directory to your
On a Mac however you can also use Homebrew to install Flyway. This is more convenient and will create the required softlink to the
flyway-executable under
/usr/local/bin/ right away.
$ brew install flyway
Updating Homebrew...
==> Downloading https://search.maven.org/remotecontent?filepath=org/flywaydb/flyway-commandline/5.2.4/flyway-commandline-5.2.4.tar.gz
######################################################################## 100.0%
? /usr/local/Cellar/flyway/5.2.4: 32 files, 23.6MB, built in 1 minute 28 seconds
We are good to go if we can execute
flyway from anywhere on the command-line. This should print out a quite extensive usage message showing that the command has been found and was executed successfully.
Let's create a new directory for our simple project and jump into our new directory and create two sub-directories
conf and
sql :
$ mkdir flyway-tutorial
$ cd flyway-tutorial
$ mkdir conf
$ mkdir sql
Once that is done, configure Flyway by creating a new file
/conf/flyway.conf like this:
Now create a first migration in the
/sql directory called
create table PERSON (
ID int not null,
NAME varchar(100) not null
It's now time to execute Flyway to migrate your database:
$ flyway migrate
If all went well, you should see the following output:
Flyway Community Edition 5.2.4 by Boxfuse
Database: jdbc:h2:file:./testdb (H2 1.4)
Successfully validated 1 migration (execution time 00:00.026s)
Creating Schema History table: "PUBLIC"."flyway_schema_history"
Current version of schema "PUBLIC": << Empty Schema >>
Migrating schema "PUBLIC" to version 1 - Create person table
Successfully applied 1 migration to schema "PUBLIC" (execution time 00:00.178s)
If you now add a second migration to the
/sql directory called
insert into PERSON (ID, NAME) values (1, 'Alice');
insert into PERSON (ID, NAME) values (2, 'Bob');
insert into PERSON (ID, NAME) values (3, 'Carol');
and execute it by issuing:
$ flyway migrate
You now get:
Flyway Community Edition 5.2.4 by Boxfuse
Database: jdbc:h2:file:./testdb (H2 1.4)
Successfully validated 2 migrations (execution time 00:00.058s)
Current version of schema "PUBLIC": 1
Migrating schema "PUBLIC" to version 2 - Add people
Successfully applied 1 migration to schema "PUBLIC" (execution time 00:00.045s)
OK, now we want to add a new column
age to the
person table. It might be tempting to go to the first sql and edit the create statement to add the new column like this:
create table PERSON (
ID int not null,
NAME varchar(100) not null,
AGE number not null
and execute it by issuing:
$ flyway migrate
Flyway will prevent this with an error message in the output.
Flyway Community Edition 5.2.4 by Boxfuse
Database: jdbc:h2:file:./testdb (H2 1.4)
ERROR: Validate failed: Migration checksum mismatch for migration version 1
-> Applied to database : 1715188512
-> Resolved locally : 176315836
The rule of thumb for Flyway is
Never change a Migration once it has been applied to the database!
The reason for this is simple: If this would not be the case we cannot be sure that two installations – with the same set of Migrations – are really resulting in the same database state.
So the ideal step would be to add another sql script
V3__Add_age_column.sql to add the new column.
Execute it by issuing the flyway migrate command.
$ flyway migrate
Flyway Community Edition 5.2.4 by Boxfuse
Database: jdbc:h2:file:./testdb (H2 1.4)
Successfully validated 3 migrations (execution time 00:00.062s)
Current version of schema "PUBLIC": 2
Migrating schema "PUBLIC" to version 3 - Add age column
Successfully applied 1 migration to schema "PUBLIC" (execution time 00:00.057s)
So this is hopefully enough to get started with Flyway. In this brief tutorial we saw how to install the Flyway Command-line tool, configure it so it can talk to our database and write our first couple of migrations. These migrations were then successfully found and executed by Flyway.
The goal of an automated, version-based database migration is to create your database migration scripts together with your Java code and to execute them automatically when you deploy a new version of your application. You can implement such a process with Flyway. I highly recommend you to it this in your projects.


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aswaaq Al Bada' Community Mall
aswaaq is a brand recognized as one of the trusted retailers in UAE. In Compliance with the international standards, aswaaq manages and operates supermarkets and retail community malls located at the heart of residential communities.
aswaaq Community Malls has a neighborhood that combines the spirit of a bazaar and the feeling of an outdoor market located at the heart of communities. Each community mall is complemented with a tailor-made assortment of retail shops to meet the different needs and demands of the surrounding communities such as pharmacies, beauty saloons, stationary, restaurants, banks and others.
aswwaq Community Centre
Al Wasl Street, Jumeirah 1
Dubai, Al Badaa
Nearest Landmarks:
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- Emirates NBD


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Les Sheds festival bar restaurant
The real feel good place of the festival, les Sheds is the MOMIX meeting point.
Whether for drinks, snacks, eating, shopping or a place to settle and work, this rehabilitated old industrial building has something for everyone! This amazing space is animated throughout the year by an association that counts on a team of employees and many volunteers to bring to life its aim of social bonding through defending healthy, good quality food. At les Sheds everything is as organic, in season and local as possible. In 2017, the association celebrates 10 years of existence. One more reason to come visit and have a drink under its roof … cheers !
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In modern society it's impossible for a community to fulfil its true potential without the full participation of women, argues Nkem Ifejika
The equal participation of women in the workplace, in politics, in business, and in the general contribution to daily communal life is desirable in itself. However, there are probably many sceptics who oppose feminism or equality on the basis of archaic and arcane mores. In modern society it's impossible for a community to fulfil its true potential without the full participation of women.
In the book The Shifting Global Balance of Power: Perils of a World War and Preventive Measures, Mahmoud Musa and Yana Korobko tell a story about the war in Darfur in Sudan: some men who were members of rival groups spent days arguing over control of the channel of a particular river, until one of the women among them piped up and said: "But the river is dry now. In this river there is no more water." The men were fighting over something that no longer existed. But the women knew this because they're the ones close to the ground – the ones who go to fetch water, who know what's going on in communities.
One of the world's most developed nations, Japan, reckons that if it's going to pull out of a stagnant economy, which has lasted twenty years, it'll have to make better use of its women. One of the main pillars of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's recovery plan is building a society where women shine. Sixty per cent of women leave the workplace prematurely, mostly because of childbirth, but also without enough support to bring them back into employment. The investment bank Goldman Sachs says Japan's economy could be boosted by up to 13 per cent if the gap between men and women in the workplace (which is one of the widest in the OECD) is closed.
Microloans have become part of the fabric of development in poor countries. Muhammad Yunus from Bangladesh won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2006 for his work founding the Grameen Bank. Ninety-five per cent of the bank's loans are given to women, and research shows they have an incredibly high repayment rate of 97 per cent – commercial banks would be happy to register 80 per cent.
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Continuing on with Friendsgiving Month here on TNB, I've got something new and fun to share with ya'll today: a video! That's right. I've been unofficially scheming about launching a YouTube channel as an addition to my blog for a while now and thought, what better way to start than by showing you a recipe from my new cookbook?
So without further ado, ta-da! The printable recipe is just below. If you like this video, please give it a thumbs-up and subscribe to my channel. Your support means the world to me!
Sweet Potato Dip with Tahini and Za'atar
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups 1x
- Category: Snack, Hors d'Oeuvre
This simple sweet potato dip is the perfect snack to serve before Friendsgiving dinner. It's light, it tastes like fall, and can be made entirely in advance. Be sure to check the expiration date of your za'atar before using since stale thyme can completely ruin the taste of this dip. For best results, make your own za'atar from scratch by combining 1 tablespoon each toasted sesame seeds, sumac, and minced fresh thyme, with 1/4 teaspoon salt (coarse sea salt is best). [This recipe is adapted from Friendsgiving (William Morrow Cookbooks, 2017).]
- 2 small sweet potatoes (about 1 pound), scrubbed
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons filtered water
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon za'atar, divided
- A few dashes of your favorite hot sauce
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil, for garnish
- Crudités (I recommend cucumbers, radishes, and Belgian endive), to serve
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Pierce the sweet potatoes all over with a fork and wrap each one tightly in foil. Place on a baking sheet and roast until the flesh gives easily when pressed, about 1 hour. Unwrap and set aside to cool completely.
- Peel the sweet potatoes and place them in a food processor. Add the tahini, water, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons za'atar, hot sauce, and pepper. Puree until completely smooth. Taste and season with more salt and pepper, if needed. (The dip may be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days).
- To serve, scrape the dip into a serving bowl, drizzle with the oil, and sprinkle with the remaining teaspoon of za'atar.
- Serving Size: About 5 tablespoons
- Calories: 125
- Fiber: 3.6 g
- Protein: 2 g


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Above a portion of the 1930 census of 516 W. 134th Street. It shows the "famous" Solerwitz family that would later move to Knickerbocker Village. The family had several furniture stores near KV. The Solerwitzs lived in the same building with people of Greek, Irish, and German ancestry. Below on the left is the bakery on 283 W. 118th Street where transplanted Harlem KVer Son of Seth gets his rugelach. The picture comes from a recent nytimes feature on Harlem. The original Seth also lived in Harlem before moving to Knickerbocker Village. Union Settlement in the right portion of the photo was in East Harlem. It is now located on 104th Street
About When Harlem was Jewish from Harlem Be Spoke
A little known history of Harlem is that it was one of the the Jewish capitals of the world by 1920. Greater Harlem was 90 percent white at the time, and a one third of this population consisted of Jews who started moving into the area in the late 1880's after the construction of the trains going uptown. The Harlem Jewish population was the third largest in the world, with Krakow in Poland in the lead and downtown New York's lower east side in second place. The estimate census was around 178,000 total Jews in greater Harlem, which is slightly more than the number of African Americans living in Harlem today.
Harlem was divided into sections in the turn of the century, and this held especially true for the Jewish population. The lower photo of East Harlem exemplifies the class difference in Jewish society. Working class Jews lived meagerly east of 5th avenue while more wealthy Jews inhabited the new brownstones and French flats of West Harlem. In the 20's a small portion of African Americans began to move into Central Harlem but were also a separate community. By 1930, the white flight of the cities began and only 5,000 Jews remained. Today, Jewish communities can be found further north of Harlem in Hudson Heights and also south, on the Upper West Side of Manhattan.


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Rapid Capping Of The 2017 Thanksgiving Day Games
I know you want to maximize your holiday time on Thanksgiving. So I handicapped the three NFL games in rapid fashion for you with my picks for each game. This is about a three-minute read and will leave you prepped for your plays on Thursday.
Vikings at Lions +3, 44.5
I feel like I say it every week: the Vikings keep getting small spreads and they keep covering them. They're now 29-10 ATS in their last 39 games where they've been set anywhere from a 3-point fave to a 3-point dog. So this one is an easy play for me. This one opened as a pick'em so bettors seem to agree. The Lions are tied with the Titans as the top OVER bet in the NFL at 7-3 O/U. Why? They're the No. 5 scoring offense in the league and own the No. 26 scoring D at home. Overlooked this season is that Case Keenum has a 65.7 percent completion rate and he's only been sacked five times. This Minny O-line should match up well against a defensive front allowing 167 yards rushing per game over its last three for the Lions.
Chargers at Cowboys +1, 48
This line briefly opened at Dallas -4 and bettors couldn't smash the Chargers fast enough. I guess they noticed this Cowboys team has had its three worst scoring outputs the last two seasons with no Ezekiel Elliott. Dak Prescott has zero TDs, 3 INTs and just over 300 yards in two games since Zeke started his suspension. Both games went UNDER too, so I think we can expect this total to drop prior to kickoff. The Chargers have covered five of their last six games, thanks largely to a bend-but-don't-break D that gives up yards but ranks tops in the NFL in giving up TDs in the red zone. This Cowboys D-line on the other hand hasn't forced an offensive holding penalty in 29 quarters. But this Chargers O-line is really banged up (including starting center Spencer Pulley) and is on short rest. I'll take the UNDER. The Cowboys are 27-18 SU and 17-16 ATS in our database on Thanksgiving, fyi.
Giants at Redskins -7.5, 45
Faves of 7 points or more on Thanksgiving are 13-1 SU and 11-3 ATS the last 10 seasons and 22-7 and 19-10 ATS since 1984. But I hesitate to take the fave here because they are forced to start third-string center Tony Bergstrom, who just joined the roster on Monday. I can't stress the importance of this injury enough on a short week. The Skins defense can't bail anyone out after allowing at least 31 points in four of their last five games. So I don't know what to think of this game against an awful Giants team that has lost the yardage battle in seven straight games. I'm gonna say Giants. Barf.


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