An American decided to write a book about

An American decided to write a book about famous churches around the World. So he bought a plane ticket and took a trip to China . On his first day he was inside a church taking photographs when he Noticed a golden telephone mounted on the wall with a sign that read '$10,000 per call'. The American, being intrigued, asked a priest who was strolling by what The telephone was used for. The priest replied that it was a direct line to heaven and that for $10,000 you could talk to God. The American thanked the priest and went along his way. Next stop was in Japan . There, at a very large cathedral, he saw the Same golden telephone with the same sign under it. He wondered if this was the same kind of telephone he saw in China and He asked a nearby nun what its purpose was. She told him that it was a direct line to heaven and that for $10,000 He Could talk to God. ' O.K., thank you,' said the American. He then traveled to Pakistan , Srilanka , Russia , Germany and France ... In every church he saw the same golden telephone with the same '$10,000 Per call' sign under it. The American, upon leaving Vermont decided to travel to up to India to See if Indians had the same phone. He arrived in India , and again, in the first church he entered, there Was the same golden telephone, but this time the sign under it read 'One Rupee per call.' The American was surprised so he asked the priest about the sign. 'Father, I've traveled all over World and I've seen this same golden Telephone in many churches. I'm told that it is a direct line to Heaven, But in the US the price was $10,000 per call. Why is it so cheap here?' The priest smiled and answered, 'You're in India now, Son - it's a Local Call'. This is the only heaven on the Earth.

Health effects of Beverages

Health effects of Beverages   Dairy drinks - Flavored drinks and yoghurt drinks are great sources of calcium, needed for strong, healthy teeth and bones, and to help reduce the risk of osteoporosis. Whole milk has high proportion of fat whereas semi-skimmed and skimmed milk are much lower in fat, but still contain the same amount of calcium. These types of milk are advised for the general population over the age of five. For children under five, whole milk should be encouraged.     Fruit juices - Pure, unsweetened fruit juices are particularly good sources of vitamins and minerals and special phytochemicals and are a great way of replenishing lost fluids in the body. Daily intake of five portions of fruits and vegetables help to protect against variety of diseases. Don't confuse pure fruit juice with fruit/juice drinks, which usually contain only 5 to 25% pure fruit juice. These drinks don't have the same health benefits and tend to contain added sugar which can cause tooth decay.     Coffee has been linked with a number of risk factors for coronary heart disease, including increased blood pressure and high blood cholesterol levels. Hence, people with high blood pressure and pregnant women are advised to limit their caffeine consumption. Coffee may also be beneficial in some areas of health. Research has found that coffee may reduce the risk of developing gallstones, kidney stones, stomach ulcers and colorectal cancer.     Tea does contribute slightly to our intakes of minerals, and it certainly helps to replace lost fluids, but the health interest in tea at the moment surrounds its potential role in lowering the risk of coronary heart disease and some cancers. Tea contains antioxidant substances called flavonoids. These have been shown to help slow or inhibit the chemical reactions which take place during the development of coronary heart disease.     Water is a vital component of our diet and is essential for the growth and maintenance of our body. It plays a key role in the metabolic breakdown of proteins and carbohydrates. It helps to reduce the risk of heart disease as hydration is essential to help prevent clogging of arteries in the heart and brain. Drinking water moisturizes your skin from inside out and thereby results in a healthy skin. Also appropriate water intake lessens the burden on your kidneys and liver by flushing toxins.     Carbonated drink - Such drinks are crammed with sugar, carbonic acid and phosphoric acid that attack our teeth and may result in dental decay. This causes calcium loss in the bones thereby making the bones weak and brittle. Not only sugary drinks are detrimental to oral health, they're calorific and provide little in the way of nutrients. Research has also shown that frequent intake of carbonated can also result in esophageal cancer.       Alcohol has been linked to a wide range of illnesses, such as the increased risk of mouth, pharyngeal and esophageal cancers (this risk being greatly increased if combined with smoking). The list doesn't stop there: high blood pressure, gastrointestinal complications, such as gastritis, ulcers, and liver disease and the depletion of certain vitamins and minerals can all be caused by alcohol consumption.

Cheers!!! BE HEALTHI

Get a glowing, healthy skin!   Good skin care and healthy lifestyle choices can help delay the natural aging process and prevent many skin problems. Here are few tips which if you practice regularly can lead to a healthy and vibrant skin from inside out.   Stay active Do some exercise daily as it boosts circulation, which delivers more nutrients to cells and skin. It also increases lung capacity, so you can take in more oxygen and fights age-related diseases. Exercise can also be an ultimate stress reducer.   Skin Hydration For skin cells to rejoice, hydration should be from pure, clean water - not liquids such as soda, alcohol, coffee.   Sleep and Skin rejuvenation When we sleep, our skin rejuvenation takes place and the skin cells recover from any harm it has suffered during the day. Ensure you get at least 7 (preferably 8) hours of sleep a night. Remove all make-up before going to bed.   Anti-ageing tips ·         Avoid exposing your skin to sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Use a sunscreen and wear fully covered clothing when you go out in the sun. ·         Avoid exposing your skin to heat (this includes hot water). ·         Quit smoking - Smoking depletes the skin of oxygen and nutrients and damages collagen and elastic — fibers that give your skin its strength and elasticity.   Treat your skin gently ·         Hot water and long showers or baths remove oils from your skin. Limit your bath or shower time, and use warm rather than hot water. ·         Avoid using strong soaps as they can strip oil from your skin. Instead, choose mild cleansers.   Natural supplements Silica- It is a trace mineral that strengthens the body's connective tissues - muscles, hair, ligaments, nails, cartilage, bones and maintains body's ability to heal wounds. Food sources of silica include green beans, strawberries, cucumber, mango, celery.   Omega-3 Fatty acids - Dry, inflamed skin or skin with whiteheads or blackheads can benefit from supplementing with essential fatty acids (EFAs). Good sources include chia seeds, flax seeds, and wild-harvested fish oils like Salmon, Tuna, and Mackerel.   Vitamin A - It promotes repair of skin and treats acne. Its deficiencies can cause dry, flaky complexion. Low-fat yogurt is a good source. It contains the "live" bacteria that is good for intestinal health. Other sources are low-fat dairy products, chili peppers, carrots, apricots, sweet potatoes and spinach.   Vitamin C - It is highly effective at reducing wrinkles and other signs of premature aging, caused by overexposure to the sun or pollution. Food high in vitamin C include red/green bell peppers, guava, kale, parsley, turnips, and broccoli.   Vitamin E - When combined with vitamin A, vitamin E is especially effective at preventing certain skin cancers. Food sources with vitamin E content are almonds, sunflower oils, almonds, spinach, peaches, tomatoes, cabbage, and avocados.   Caution - It's best to consume vitamin A, C and E from natural food sources as they can be harmful if taken in excessive amounts in supplement form.   Antioxidants Green tea - Whether taken orally or applied to the skin, green tea can reduce the damage from ultraviolet rays of the sun, and thus reduce the risk of skin cancer.   Blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, and plums - These four fruits have the highest "total antioxidant capacity" and their benefits for healthy skin are plentiful.

Half or full? A nice one

Half or full? A water bearer in India had two large pots, each hung on the ends of a pole which he carried across his neck. One of the pots had a crack in it, while the other pot was perfect and always delivered a full portion of water. At the end of the long walk from the stream to the house, the cracked pot arrived only half full. For a full two years this went on daily, with the bearer delivering only one and a half pots full of water to his house. Of course, the perfect pot was proud of its accomplishments, perfect for which it was made. But the poor cracked pot was ashamed of its own imperfection, and miserable that it was able to accomplish only half of what it had been made to do. After 2 years of what it perceived to be a bitter failure, it spoke to the water bearer one day by the stream "I am ashamed of myself, and I want to apologize to you. I have been able to deliver only half my load because this crack in my side causes water to leak out all the way back to your house. Because of my flaws, you have to do all of this work, and you don't get full value from your efforts" the pot said. The bearer said to the pot, "Did you notice that there were flowers only on your side of the path, but not on the other pot's side? That's because I have always known about your flaw, and I planted flower seeds on your side of the path, and every day while we walk back, you've watered them. For two years I have been able to pick these beautiful flowers to decorate the table. Without you being just the way you are, there would not be this beauty to grace the house." Moral: Each of us has our own unique flaws. We're all cracked pots. But it's the cracks and flaws

keep growing and keep moving

The Woodcutter

Once a strong woodcutter asked for a job in a timber merchant, and he got it.  

 The pay was really good and so were the work conditions.  

 For that reason, the woodcutter was determined to do his best.  

 His boss gave him an axe and showed him the area where he was supposed to work.

The first week, the woodcutter brought 18 trees "Congratulations," the boss said. "Go on that way!"  

 Very motivated by the boss words, the woodcutter try harder the next week, but he only could bring 15 trees.  

 The third week he try even harder, but he only could bring 10 trees.

Day after day he was bringing less and less trees. "I must be losing my strength", the woodcutter thought.  

 He went to the boss and apologized, saying that he could not understand what was going on.  

 "When was the last time you sharpened your axe?" the boss asked.  

"Sharpen? I had no time to sharpen my axe.  I have been very busy trying to cut trees" 

Moral: Regardless of your age and experience,  the only way to prevent decay is to keep learning, keep growing and keep moving. So sharpening your skills regularly and achieve the goals and objectives of life.