The Yosi Kadiri Legacy

I remember when i was in Grade School, Department of Health Secretary Juan Flavier was actively visiting different public and private schools (elementary, high school and college) to promote his "DOH It!" Program. Yup! He is the person behind this well known program which aims to provide heath awareness. One of the most notable programs of DOH It is the so called "Yosi Kadiri". "Yosi" is actually a slang Filipino term for Cigarette while "Kadiri" means Nasty. Yosi Kadiri program aims to provide awareness about the danger or harm that Cigarette smoking can give. I remember they had this Yosi Kadiri Mascot which became very iconic to kids.The Yosi Kadiri Program became a successful move of the Department of Health to lessen the increasing case of lung cancer and other respiratory related diseases in the country. This program continued even when i was in high school. But after Juan Flavier left the politics, it seems that the DOH it program especially the Yosi Kadiri project was neglected and became inactive.
Well, too bad our Government just lost a very useful project like this but fortunately we still have some Non Government organizations or NGO who are willing to continue the Yosi Kadiri legacy and raise the awareness about the danger of cigarette smoking.
For me, we do not need another Yosi Kadiri project or other awareness campaign just to be warned about the danger of cigarette smoking. We should keep in mind that everything the we used abusively will bring nothing good to us. Well, the fact that you used or consumed cigarette in a wrongly manner shows a sign of addiction which is not a good thing. You should learn how to avoid this unhealthy habit by simply controlling yourself or looking for some alternatives.
And i found a very effective one in the nature of the so called electronic cigarette. This smoking device is highly in demand today not just because it is high-tech but also because of benefits that the users can get from it in return. Scientifically speaking, electronic cigarette is indeed a safer way of smoking knowing the fact that it doesn't contain those harmful substances that can be found to those commercially produced ones including the nicotine which is one of the major cause of respiratory illnesses.
This device has many varieties. Some of them are smokeless while other produced vapor and artificial smoke to give you the same smoking pleasure that a typical cigarette or tobacco can give. But of course, if you are a first timer, you can always use those electronic cigarette starter kits to get you familiarized on how exactly this e-cig works.

Well, it seems that the Yosi Kadiri legacy continues in the nature of these new smoking devices don't you think?

Cosmetic Surgery

Modern technology really change everything in every field most especially in Science. We are continuously embracing the modern technology especially in medical science. We have what we called "cosmetic surgery" where people have to undergo medical process and procedures to achieve their desired look. Let me ask you, do you consider this kind of medical processes and practices as a way to meet someone's satisfaction? You might say "no" if you find them too expensive and risky or perhaps you are contented with your figure and don't need this kind of surgery that much.There are wide variety of cosmetic surgery, we have what we called "breast enlargement" liposuction, face lift and "botox". A friend of mine had this Botox and i she's proud of it. Botox is a short term for botulinum toxin. Botox will help you to eliminate wrinkles through paralyzing the muscles in your face. Many celebrities have undergone this kind of medical treatment. If you can afford and willing to undergo with this kind of medical procedures, the most important thing to consider is your "safety".You need to look into the cost as a whole, any risk and side effect after the treatment. According to some articles i have read, Botox and other cosmetic surgeries are actually safe if they are done carefully and correctly by your surgeons. However, this procedures can also cause Allergic reaction to the patient if it was improperly done. For me it’s not bad and dangerous to undergo this type of medical procedures as long as you have surgeons you can trust with. But do not over do it or else it will lead to a disastrous outcome just like what happened to this woman..

Fat Fighting Foods

I have read this over Yahoo! It's the "8 fat fighting Foods" Well let see if this 8 fat fighting foods really work in digesting fats.

• Almonds - it was said that Dieters who ate 3 ounces of these nuts every day reduced their weight and body-mass index. Now here's my problem, I only get chance to eat almonds when i buy Hershey's Kisses^^Sad to say Chocolates and other sweet delicacies build up fats!
  
• Berries - Vitamin C–loaded fruit such as strawberries and raspberries can help you sizzle up to 30 percent more fat during exercise. Berries are really hard to find in my country unless i went to Baguio and buy some packs of it!
• Cinnamon - his spice could make your waistline nice. I hate the taste of Cinnamon so i guess i can't take it!
• Mustard - The spice that gives mustard its color, turmeric, may slow the growth of fat tissues. Did you say Mustard? I prefer Custard ! its color Yellow too right?
• Orange - Prevent pound creep with this citrus star: It contains fat-torching compounds called flavones. Among all the foods that was being mentioned , this is the only fruits i ate the most!
• Soy Beans - These green gems are rich in choline, a compound that blocks fat absorption and breaks down fatty deposits. Add ½ cup edamame to a salad. I love soybeans, here in Philippines we have what we called "taho". It is a sweet soya drink made out of soya beans of course!
• Sweet potato - hey’re high in fiber, which means no drastic insulin jumps and thus less fat packed onto your hips. I love Sweet potato! My mom usually include this to some of her recipes!
• Swiss Cheese - Calcium-rich foods reduce fat-producing enzymes and increase fat breakdown. Okay! we only serve Swiss Cheese during Christmas eve!