Rediif article on What you MUST know about inflation

What you MUST know about inflation:

"Inflation is when you pay fifteen dollars for the ten-dollar haircut you used to get for five dollars when you had hair." -- Sam Ewing.
Inflation has hit a ten-month high of close to 6 per cent in India, breaching the Reserve Bank of India's target of 5 per cent. The Wholesale Price-based Index rose to 5.92 per cent for the week ended March 8 from 5.11 per cent in the previous week as food products turned expensive in line with the global trend.

Everyone is facing the brunt of rising prices. Prices of all essential commodities are rising not just in India but across the world due to a fall in supply. Inflation has spiralled all over the world. With India importing food items, it is only adding more woes to the people.

The Indian economy is also facing a slowdown. The markets have also shed huge gains -- March 25 was a sort on aanomaly -- taking a cue from global meltdown. Industrial production has slowed down, further decelerating the economy

Reddif Article on How and when to apply for H-1B visa to the US

There is a misconception many aspiring Indians have that one can apply for an H-1B visa directly and get to the US for a job.
You cannot apply for an H-1B visa yourself.
US Immigration law is vague about the definition of the word profession (relevant to H-1B visa) stating only that the meaning includes such occupations as architects, lawyers, physicians, engineers and teachers. Other occupations, not specifically mentioned in the law, but routinely recognised as professional include, accountants, computer systems analysts, physical therapists, chemists, pharmacists, medical technologists, hotel managers and upper-level business managers.You must hold the educational equivalent to a US bachelor's degree to qualify for an H-1B visa. Also, the job duties must require education equivalent to a US bachelor's degree in the occupation for which you are hired.
If you were not educated in America, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), as part of judging your H-1B eligibility, will often ask for an academic credential evaluation from an approved consulting service to determine the American equivalent of your educational level. Before sending your academic documents to a Credential Evaluation Service, you may want to telephone in advance to discuss your prospects. Usually, you can get some idea of the likelihood of receiving good results. If your prospects are bleak, you may decide not to order the evaluation and to save the service charges.

(Rediff Article)

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5 Foods for Healthier Skin by Leslie Baumann, M.D.

You can invest half your paycheck in serums and creams - even splurge on dermal fillers and pricey facials - but none of it will get you far without a skin-friendly diet.

Of course, your skin (and the rest of you, for that matter) is best served by a well-rounded diet, including healthy fats, sufficient protein, and lots of fruits and vegetables. But there are a few nutritional standouts that make particularly important contributions to strong, glowing skin:

1. Fish: Fatty fish like salmon, tilapia, and cod are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. And that's a good thing, because our bodies cannot produce those essential lipids naturally. By adding omega-3s to your diet, though, you can bolster your skin barrier - that is, the layer of lipids that holds onto moisture and keeps irritants out.

There is even evidence that the skin-strengthening effects of omega-3s can improve chronic skin conditions like rosacea and atopic dermatitis, but more research is necessary to confirm that link.

Furthermore, many types of fish (like, once again, salmon and cod) are rich in vitamin D - as dermatologists increasingly emphasize sun avoidance, we also need to emphasize the importance of finding other sources of this vitamin, which is produced during sun exposure.

Don't eat fish? Many eggs are now fortified with omega-3 fatty acids, and plant sources include flax seed and flax seed oil, walnuts, pecans, and hazelnuts. And a daily vitamin D supplement is a good idea for vegans and meat-eaters alike.

2. Green Tea: It's inexpensive, easy to add to your routine, and one of the best-researched and most powerful antioxidants around. That's why green tea is my go-to antioxidant: I drink at least three cups a day to fight aging and inflammation. Some studies even suggest that the antioxidants in green tea reduce one's risk of skin cancer. So put down that soda and start drinking your way to healthier skin!


3. Broccoli: Rich in vitamins A, C, and K (among many other nutrients), this veggie does more than its fair share of nutritional work. Vitamin A decreases oil production, vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant, and vitamin K can help prevent bruises. So whatever ails you, this green wonderfood might be just what the doctor ordered.

4. Safflower or Sunflower Oil: Omega-3s get a lot more talk, but omega-6 fatty acids - like the linoleic acid in these two oils - are also important for healthy skin. Like omega-3s, they help prevent dry skin and inflammation; they're also essential for the formation of prostaglandins, hormones that keep all the cells of the body functioning well.

While many diets are actually quite high in omega-6s - sometimes even too high - the key is to get the good ones and not unhealthy versions, like hydrogenated oils. So try sautéing your salmon or broccoli in a little safflower or sunflower oil and double those skin-soothing benefits!

5. Almonds: When it comes to boosting skin's defenses against aging, inflammation, and even skin cancer, antioxidants are so important that I'm going to add another to my list: A handful of almonds every day boosts your levels of vitamin E, one of the most important antioxidants for skin health. Studies also suggest that consuming vitamin E orally can increase the levels of this moisturizing vitamin on your skin's surface - great news for anyone prone to dry skin.

Wishing you great skin (and bon appetit)!

By-Leslie Baumann, M.D.

Wish u happy new year

All people will say Wish you happy new year.. Just by saying few words to all people you can not change the life of people or in other words I can say your contribution in one`s life is very less.
Sab Prahu ki krupa hai jinke sahare hum log jivit hai.

Joke

Have a great day ahead.

A software engineer was smoking.

A lady standing nearby said to him "can't you see the Warning!

'Smoking is injurious to health'.

He replied "We are bothered only about Errors, not Warnings!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

Cell phones

These days cell phones are the part and participle of our life.Right from booking the international flights to booking a cooking gas,all we use the one nd only one device and that is Cellphone.I remember those days when people before leave to their houses they will check some 4~5 necessary items like Pocket,Handkarchief,Key,Bag. But now a days Cellphone,MP3 Player,iPOD taken the places of those things.Cell phones would be interesting if they had both face and voice recognition in it. It would provide smarter and more secure phones. The keypad should be totally done away with and all instructions should be given verbally by users. If they also can incorporate artificial intelligence and manage to make it have intelligent conversations with humans, it would be rather delightful – a friend on-the-go always! I wonder if cell phones, using the Bluetooth technology or some new technology, could be configured to act as a central remote to make my washing machines, TV, my door lock, car lock, etc function. It could also, may be, check whether I have switched off the cooking gas. (I often forget to do so! Makes a lazy person like me rather happy just thinking about it! =)) Coming to think of it, a cell phone that doesn’t require to be charged – fantastic! We should use the cellphone but to a certain extent. Even on TV,news we heard about the effects of using a cellphone for long time but still we can not live without this handheld device.

Are independent homes better to live in than apartments or flats?

Flat or independent homes are deciding the family size and family value and much more.Space scracity in the crowded city does not allow for a middle class family to stay under one roof and even if permits,we have to pay hell lot of money for a small piece of land.Do independent homes offer a resident a greater extent of privacy and personal space than an apartment which scores high on security? Does the element of living space get compromised in an apartment?Always joint living is good. It has been our tradition to have a joint family but falling values has made us live independently. Even under such circumstances god has blessed us to live together
Maintenence in an excellent manner is basic to good living. An apartment is smaller and easier to maintain. It is safe and secure especially when you have to go out locking the Home. Flats offer a sense of community in case of emergency, and safety when away, also as you get older, maintenance is much easier. Definitely Flats are far better in today's scenario and particularly if you are in a metro city. It eliminates the risk of extra and unwanted expenditures

First rain drop

We did not hear the voice of rain. In day today life everyone is so busy that he does not have time to take the food slowly or to hear the voice of a rain.But I heard and feels about that first rain in Bangalore.Spring set in silently in Bangalore. The garden city wore a look of lush greenery all around. The flowers bloomed spreading fragrance in the air. New leaves sprouted giving a new skin-top to the branches. There was vibrant color everywhere. But, the mud, trees, shrubs, flowers, birds missed something. In fact, Mother Nature looked incomplete.

Then, the sky was overcast with thick black clouds. Somewhere, far away, a slash of lightning flashed the sky. Thunder struck loud and clear heralding the arrival of the first summer shower. Yes! The much awaited first drop was here! That first shower. Indeed, Mother Nature wanted that first wash….to cleanse her….to make her pure and new.

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