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Chinese Language Learning Resources – China

Effective Living > Language Learning Summary. The following Chinese language learning resources are listed in alphabetical order. 1MonthChinese.com – Chinese Language Institute of Beijing. Mandarin School In Beijing, China. “Our mission: To provide the highest quality study in China programs to enable our students to learn how to speak Chinese faster than any other available… Continue reading Chinese Language Learning Resources – China

Hindi and South Asian Language Script Resources – India

Effective Living > Language Learning > Hindi Introduction. This document contains materials related to the languages of India. Click here for Hindi learning online resources. “India has a diverse list of spoken languages among different groups of people. At least 800 different languages and around 2000 dialects have been identified. The Constitution of India has… Continue reading Hindi and South Asian Language Script Resources – India

Language Learning Resources

Effective Living > Communications Summary. The Language Learning Resource Group provides information about: software, services, media, technologies, organizations, tools, equipment, and educational resources for language learning. Because Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) can expedite the process of Language Acquisition, many of the tools here are computer based. While our emphasis is on free and open-source… Continue reading Language Learning Resources

Whole Grain and Multi-Grain Bread Products, False Advertising

Health > Nutrition Summary This document addresses the apparent shortage of quality whole grain and multi-grain products. Quality Breads The German Dark Wheat by Brownberry is one of the few examples of a quality bread that offers a generous amount of more than just one grain. Another example would be Ezekiel 4:9 Organic Sprouted Bread from… Continue reading Whole Grain and Multi-Grain Bread Products, False Advertising

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India Travel and Resources

Effective Living (Places) Summary. This page offers information and resources for India travel. Documents. Below are some of our documents about India. Lucknow, India – Impressions and Observations with Photos (4-13 October 2008, and 27 December 2008 to 14 January 2009) Nainital, India – Photos and Video Tour (25-31 July 2010) Northern Tour. A tour… Continue reading India Travel and Resources

Octane Fitness Pro 3500XL Elliptical System – Review

Health > Exercise Summary. This is a review of the Pro 3500XL elliptical system by Octane Fitness. Numerous features and benefits are listed on the product page of the Octane Fitness website. Other features and benefits are listed below. Close Foot Placement. Some elliptical systems have wide placement of feet pads which causes the feet… Continue reading Octane Fitness Pro 3500XL Elliptical System – Review

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Exercise for Aerobic and Cardio Benefits

Health Summary. A regular aerobic workout has numerous benefits. This page offers information and resources for effective cardio aerobic exercise. According to the Mayo Clinic, regular exercise has many benefits including: mood enhancement, chronic disease prevention, weight reduction, heart strengthening, lung strengthening, improving sleep, and entertaining. Impact Assessment. The benefits of exercise go far beyond… Continue reading Exercise for Aerobic and Cardio Benefits

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Yogurt Milkshake Lassi Frappe Raspberry Blackberry Banana – Recipe

Health > Nutrition Summary. This is a recipe for making a yogurt milkshake based fruit liquid frappé lassi drink. A traditional lassi might have just yogurt, water, and sugar. The varieties below are up to your creative interests. Ingredients. The following ingredients can be used selectively. When possible, choose organic low-fat products. Milk Yogurt Raspberry… Continue reading Yogurt Milkshake Lassi Frappe Raspberry Blackberry Banana – Recipe

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Nutrition – Nutritious and Delicious Food

Health Summary. Eating nutritious and delicious food is central to the practice of healthful living. This page is a guide to nutritious and delicious foods. Click here for recipes for nutritious food. Cravings. It is difficult to wrestle against the body’s desire for sweets, salty food, or greasy/oily food. Rather than struggling against cravings, it’s… Continue reading Nutrition – Nutritious and Delicious Food

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Spicy Mushroom – Recipe

Health > Nutrition Summary. This recipe is for spicy mushrooms cooked in a skillet. Ingredients. The following ingredients are used. The specific brands used and size of container are listed. Substitutes for similar products can easily be made. If available, purchase these ingredients as organics locally. If not available locally, they are available in our… Continue reading Spicy Mushroom – Recipe

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Audiology Care, Hearing Protection, and Hearing Loss Prevention

Health Summary. With proper care, it is possible to prevent hearing loss that might have otherwise been the result of exposure to excessive noise. Care. Here are some suggestions for hearing care. Ear Plugs. The cumulative effect of daily exposure to high levels of noise can be damaging. For example, when operating a vacuum cleaner… Continue reading Audiology Care, Hearing Protection, and Hearing Loss Prevention

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Hoover Nano Lite Upright Bagless Vacuum – Review

Effective Living Summary The Hoover Nano Lite Upright Bagless Vacuum is available from Walmart.com for about $50. Considering that some consumer-grade vacuum cleaners can cost up to $500 or more, the Hoover provides an impressive amount of cleaning power for the cost. The owner’s manual for the Nano-Lite Vacuum is available as a downloadable PDF… Continue reading Hoover Nano Lite Upright Bagless Vacuum – Review