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Jason Menayan

Joined 6 years ago from San Francisco. Last activity 12 days ago.

Originally from Southern California, Jason Menayan has lived in New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Israel, Poland, the Netherlands, and now in Northern California. He believes that life is about experiencing new things and embracing what the future might bring.

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  • 10

    Zhug (Skhug) Recipe: Yemeni/Israeli Hot Sauce

    7 months ago

    A simple recipe, with photos, to make the popular Israeli spicy condiment, zhug (skhug). Originally from Yemen, this Mediterranean hot sauce is easy to prepare, has a vivid green color, and has a garlic/cilantro aroma that is entrancing.

  • 7

    Oral Probiotics Review - Probiora3/EvoraPlus, GanedenBC30 & Prodentis

    12 months ago

    I review three popular oral probiotics - Life Extension's Advanced Oral Hygiene, GUM's PerioBalance, and Oragenics's EvoraPlus - and report on their impact on my gums. My dentists' feedback, too.

  • 16

    Nasonex or Flonase: what's the difference?

    12 months ago

    What's the difference between two nasal corticosteroids, Nasonex and Flonase? The biggest difference might be price, since the effectiveness is virtually the same.

  • 17

    The Best Ice Cream in San Francisco

    10 months ago

    Love ice cream? Me, too! I review my 4 favorite ice cream shops in San Francisco: Humphry Slocombe, Mitchell's, Smitten, and Bi-Rite. I share my favorite flavors from each, too.

  • 8

    Green Coffee Bean Extract - Weight Loss and Side Effects

    13 months ago

    Green coffee extract, rich in natural polyphenols and chlorogenic acids, has been demonstrated to enhance weight loss in a 2012 study conducted by the University of Scranton. What are its effects on your health otherwise, and how much weight can you expect to lose if you consume it responsibly? This article examines related studies that shed light into this remarkable, if bitter-tasting, natural substance.

  • 10

    Is Agave Nectar (Agave Syrup) Healthy?

    13 months ago

    Is agave nectar (syrup) good for you? The answer might surprise you. Agave nectar is sourced from the agave plant, the sap of which is actually used to create tequila. The sap's primary carbohydrate, inulin, is only vaguely sweet, so further processing is used to break the inulin into much sweeter, simple sugars: primarily fructose.

  • 6

    Best Alternative to Time Capsule

    14 months ago

    Losing my data got me to look at backing up with Time Machine, and reliability concerns prompted me to look at Time Capsule alternatives. Research brought me to Western Digital's My Book Live Duo, which has a number of big benefits over the Time Capsule.

  • 47

    Video Nazook Recipe: Step-by-Step Instructions and Video

    9 months ago

    Recipe for nazook (nazouk/nazuk), an Armenian pastry that's traditionally served around Easter. Step-by-step instructions, and an instructional video of my Aunt Aida, master nazook baker, showing you how it's done!

  • 29

    Video Easy Coffee Cake Recipe: Armenian Nutmeg Cake (DELICIOUS!)

    15 months ago

    Recipe (with video and pictures) for the most delectable coffee cake EVER: the Armenian Nutmeg Cake. Incredibly easy to make, and so, SO delicious!

  • 23

    Prefab Cabins & Cottages - 2013 Pricing/Design Info for 6 Firms

    4 months ago

    6 US companies' takes on prefabricated (modular) cottages and cabins, with pricing information and photos, from rustic, traditional log cabins, to strikingly modern, innovative designs. Updated for 2013.

  • 14

    Prefab/Modular Home Prices - 2013 Costs for 20 US Companies

    4 months ago

    Updated for 2013: Price per square foot for 20 prefab (modular) home companies' products, including Blu Homes, Proto Homes, ideabox (Ikea), weeHouses, and many others.

  • 119

    What does Leviticus REALLY say about homosexuality?

    3 months ago

    Two verses in Leviticus (18:22 and 20:13) are frequently cited by people who condemn homosexuality and claim Biblical support. But are these verses (and others) really about homosexuality? An honest exegesis (critical analysis) of the text suggests otherwise.

  • 14

    Light Brown Contact Lenses for Dark Eyes

    18 months ago

    Can you lighten dark brown eyes? Sure...with the right contact lenses. There are special lenses that will turn coffee-colored eyes to a light-brown, almost hazel, quite convincingly. Here are the most readily available lenses, and pictures of what to expect.

  • 31

    Video Sears Tower Glass Ledge/Willis SkyDeck [Visitor Info with Video]

    15 months ago

    Videos and a picture from the glass "Ledge", which juts out from the Sears Tower's observation deck on the 103rd floor! As terrifying as you might imagine, being over 1,300 feet above the air...

  • 19

    Tofu, Soy, Tempeh and Estrogen: is there a connection?

    18 months ago

    Is there a connection between estrogenic activity and popular soy foods like tofu, tempeh, edamame, and soy milk? The research suggests soy has health implications for both women and men. Includes a chart with isoflavone levels in popular soy foods.

  • 13

    Gwen Stefani as a Brunette (with Dark/Brown Hair)

    18 months ago

    Pictures and videos of No Doubt's Gwen Stefani with dark hair. Yeah, she's actually a brunette - shocking!

  • 27

    Video Make Edible Hair! Recipe for Candy Hair for (Cup)Cakes [VIDEO]

    11 months ago

    Want to make edible hair as decoration for cupcakes or another type of dessert? Use this easy technique to transform corn syrup (or another sugar syrup) into thousands of strands of hairlike candy. You can dye it, too!

  • 59

    100% Einkorn Bread Recipe - surprisingly delicious!

    9 months ago

    Freshly-cut einkorn bread. Trust me, it tastes even better than it looks. Einkorn is the original form of wheat eating during prehistoric times, dating back to about 12,000 years ago at the dawn of agriculture. Substantially different at the...

  • 9

    Video Plitvice Lakes & Waterfalls during the Off Season [VIDEO]

    19 months ago

    The Plitvice Lakes in central Croatia are absolutely gorgeous, and worth a visit even if you're coming outside the usual summer tourist season. Here's a video of my trip there in April 2010, and my advice on how to enjoy the experience even when it's cooler and possibly wetter.

  • 19

    San Francisco Coastal Drive - Pictures & Map (stunning!)

    19 months ago

    One of the nicest things about living in San Francisco is the gorgeous natural beauty around it. No matter which direction you head, you're bound to find plenty of visual richness to take in. Heading North, you can enjoy the Marin Headlands, Mount...

  • 18

    Video Make French Macarons - the most foolproof method [VIDEO]

    16 months ago

    If you've never tried French macarons (macaroons), you really should. Imagine an Oreo sandwich, except instead of the cookies you have something that's delicately crisp on the outside, and moist and chewy on the inside, with the delicate flavor of...

  • 53

    How to Make Croissants--homemade & delicious! (recipe w/pictures)

    17 months ago

    Step-by-step instructions (with pictures) on how to make homemade croissants. I've included nutritional information and some helpful tips for croissant-baking newbies.

  • 12

    High-Flow Toilets - Toilets that Never Clog

    20 months ago

    I have personal (>ahem!

  • 13

    How to Replace a Broken Toilet Handle - Step-by-step Instructions w/Pictures

    20 months ago

    Ever have to replace a broken toilet handle? I have! I have pictures to prove it, and with these instructions I'm going to show you how to do it yourself in about 5 minutes. All you need is a wrench and a new toilet handle.

  • 19

    Lentil Meatball Recipe - amazingly delicious, healthy & vegan!

    21 months ago

    I just made some vegan meatballs that were really, really amazing (so good I could have gobbled them all up if my stomach had the room) and there were really not that difficult to make. I would even guess that some of the meat-eating persuasion...

  • 14

    FASCINATING! Mind-Control Turns Bugs into Zombies (pictures & videos)

    5 months ago

    Zombie movies have been all the rage recently, but did you know that bugs (insects, and the odd arachnid) are turned into zombies and forced, through some pretty freaky voodoo mind-control, to do some pretty sinister things? I've always been a bug...

  • 6

    Forward Gmail to More Than 1 Email Address

    21 months ago

    Simple, easy-to-follow directions on how to forward Gmail to 2 or more addresses (the default forwarding option will not work).

  • 26

    How to Make Nocino (Green Walnut Liqueur) - Recipe with Pictures

    20 months ago

    Easy-to-follow guide with pictures on how to make nocino, or Italian green walnut liqueur (also known as orahovica or orahovac in Croatian, or liqueur de noix in French).

  • 16

    Simple Mobile 4G Review

    22 months ago

    I have been using Simple Mobile for a couple of weeks now, after having used T-Mobile 4G (HSPA+) for about a month prior to that. With both carriers, I have used my unlocked HTC Sensation, a 4G-capable GSM phone. Here are pluses and minuses of...

  • 5

    Gmail Notifications by Text/SMS

    22 months ago

    Simple instructions on how to get a text/SMS notification sent to your phone when you get a new Gmail message. You can also filter so that only certain emails (like from a particular sender) trigger a text/SMS notification.

  • 14

    Green Walnut Preserves Recipe (with Pictures)

    22 months ago

    In addition to making nocino, an Italian liqueur, fresh, green walnuts can also be used to make a delicious Armenian preserve. Like with nocino, the white/green fresh walnuts turn a dark mahogany brown, and, preserved in syrup, have a delicious,...

  • 25

    Sorority Reputations

    13 months ago

    Reputations of ten of the largest national sororities, including Chi Omega, Delta Zeta, Alpha Phi, Delta Gamma, and more.

  • 5

    Make Gmail My Homepage [Easy Gmail Instructions]

    24 months ago

    Simple step-by-step instructions on how to make Gmail your home page on Firefox, Chrome, Internet Explorer (IE), or Safari.

  • 11

    Afternoon/Evening Bloating and Gas

    21 months ago

    Have bloating or gas in the afternoon or evening? Here's how to diagnose the source of the problem; the culprit is usually something you ate for breakfast or lunch.

  • 7

    How to Make Bamboo Charcoal Soap (Recipe with Pictures)

    23 months ago

    Easy step-by-step instructions (with pictures) on how to make bamboo charcoal soap at home. Much easier than you might think!

  • 24

    Why water can give you heartburn

    23 months ago

    Sure, you can get heartburn from a particularly spicy meal, or just by chowing down a bit too generously (Thanksgiving dinner, anyone?). But water?! Yep, even the stuff that's supposed to be good for you in almost all cases can trigger a bout of...

  • 11

    How to forward Gmail to a Yahoo Mail account

    2 years ago

    Easy (and free) way to forward your Gmail email to your Yahoo Mail account. Takes less than 5 minutes!

  • 10

    Embed Facebook Like & Twitter/Tweet Buttons - WordPress No Plugin

    17 months ago

    Want to easily embed standard Twitter and Facebook Like buttons in your WordPress blog, but want to use standard code and not necessarily a clunky plugin that could break? Believe me, I understand. After piecing together data and tutorials from...

  • 13

    Mexican Ice Cream/Paleta Flavors - explanations in English

    17 months ago

    Translations into English, and explanations, for Mexican ice cream (nieve/helado) and popsicle (paleta) flavors.

  • 15

    Cheap Short-Term Data Plans for GSM Phones in Mexico

    2 years ago

    Would you rather spend $10,500 or $30 for 700MB of bandwidth while abroad in Mexico? If you have common sense and prefer the latter, follow the method that worked beautifully for me.

  • 21

    Get Rid of Oily Skin...Forever

    21 months ago

    As a person who has always battled oily skin, I can completely sympathize with anyone trying to reduce or get rid of really greasy skin. It's shiny, makes you look and feel unclean, and can lead to zits. Although the luck of the (genetic) draw has a...

  • 15

    How to Make Yogurt Thick and Creamy

    2 years ago

    In my Hub on how to make yogurt at home, I explained how to turn milk into your own homemade yogurt. I've had some questions on how to make yogurt that's thick and creamy, so here's how you do it. There are two ways to make yogurt that's thicker...

  • 11

    WordPress Visual (WYSIWYG) Editor Missing: How to Fix

    2 years ago

    Have you ever started a post on WordPress and have your Visual Editor vanish on you? It's happened to me several times, and it's frustrating. When I try to write a new post, the entire formatting bar on the Visual Editor vanishes, the text turns...

  • 5

    How to Combine PDF Files

    2 years ago

    How to merge/combine PDF files WITHOUT the full version of Adobe Acrobat. The options I've described here are free and fairly simple. Give them a try!

  • 12

    COFFEE DRIPPER! Ceramic | Abid Clever | Beehouse | Hario | Frieling Cilio

    20 months ago

    Want to make a cup of drip coffee for yourself but don't want to break out the electric coffee maker? Single-serve coffee using coffee drippers (or filter cones, pour-over drip makers, or coffee filter holders) are becoming more and more...

  • 7

    Tu b'Shvat - Seder, History and Traditions

    20 months ago

    This Hub is dedicated to fellow Jewish Hubber wavegirl22, whose Hubs on Jewish holidays have taught me a lot. Check out her Jewish holiday Hubs and other great Hubs. Tu b'Shvat is a minor Jewish holiday that it's fair to call "Jewish Arbor Day"...

  • 81

    How to Make Macarons (French Macaroons)--Easy Recipe w/Pictures

    8 months ago

    Ever tried to make French macaroons (macarons)? Impossible, you say? No! This method has *always* worked beautifully for me, and I am no whiz in the kitchen. I detail step-by-step, with plenty of pictures, and an accompanying video, how to do it right and end up with perfect, delicate macarons that will delight your friends and family.

  • 42

    Essential Android Apps for 2012

    17 months ago

    Updated for 2012! A list of 10 (mostly free) apps for your Android phone that you're not want to do without. Install these, and you won't be jealous of your iPhone-toting friends. Great stuff for keeping you productive, connected, and entertained.

  • 32

    iPhone 5 vs. iPhone 4S: Detailed Feature Comparison

    7 months ago

    The new iPhone 5, announced on Sept. 12, available for order on Sept. 14, represents a dramatic departure from its predecessor, the iPhone 4S. This article details all the changes to the hardware of Apple's iconic mobile device.

  • 14

    Withdrawing 401k - know the facts

    2 years ago

    So you have a 401k account and want to withdraw from it—maybe the need is urgent, maybe it's not as urgent but your 401k is your only pool of money that you feel like you can tap. Let's go over some 401k withdrawing options, given the rules and...

  • 15

    Best Identity Theft Protection - Reviews (really unbiased!)

    15 months ago

    Is identity theft protection worth it? And if it is worth it, which company's service is best? I am truly not affiliated with any of these companies—unlike most of the "unbiased" reviews on the topic—so, please, read on. A very good friend of...

  • 6

    Tea Tree Oil - Lice Treatment

    2 years ago

    Got lice? These pesky little buggers can invade your child's head and a "cousin" can invade the nether regions of adults (they're called crabs). How do you get rid of them? The usual treatment involves products such as Nix or Rid, which typically...

  • 13

    Bitten Tongue, Lip or Cheek - How to Treat and Heal It

    2 years ago

    Have your own teeth turned on your mouth? Sure - everyone's accidentally bitten on their own tongue, on their lip, or their inner cheek before. The results are painful! How do you treat such a self-inflicted bite, and get you on the quick road to...

  • 11

    Skydiving Prices - How Much Does It Cost to Skydive?

    2 years ago

    How much can you expect to shell out for a skydive? It depends, but $120-250 for a tandem skydive, and $80-120 for a solo (you must be USPA certified) are good benchmarks. There are several things that can adjust the range up or down.

  • 25

    23andMe Review

    13 months ago

    My review of 23andMe, which I used to get important & interesting information about my health and ancestry. Includes screenshots and a discussion of features.

  • 7

    DeCODEme Review

    16 months ago

    I recently received the results of my $2,000 (now $1,100) DecodeME test one year ago, so I'd like to share a review of my experience with the product.

  • 10

    Gummy removable glue - attach plastic credit cards to paper

    18 months ago

    Have you ever seen that special gummy glue, almost, um, boogerlike (for the lack of a better word), that's used to adhere credit cards to paper when banks mail them to you, or to attach products or special cards on the top of magazine covers? It's...

  • 17

    DecodeMe & 23andMe - Comparison Review

    2 years ago

    I have used both 23andMe and DecodeMe and would like to share my experiences with both. While both have substantially similar offerings (both health and genealogical background snapshots), the devil is in the details, details substantial enough to bridge the $1,500 price difference.

  • 6

    Best Brunch Spots in Oakland, California

    2 years ago

    The weeks are just a blur for us, so my partner and I like to enjoy some quality time together and some great food on the weekends. Here are our favorite brunch spots in Oakland and its vicinity. See the interactive map at the bottom for directions.

  • 15

    Resveratrol in Japanese Knotweed (polygonum cuspidatum)

    20 months ago

    Japanese knotweed is used in almost all resveratrol supplements nowadays. This naturally-occurring plant is naturally rich in resveratrol, and has only one drawback (or benefit) over grape-sourced resveratrol: a natural laxative effect.

  • 15

    Resveratrol in Grapes & Grape Juice

    20 months ago

    We all know resveratrol is found in red wine. But how about grape juice and in grapes themselves? How much resveratrol is in grapes and grape juice, and are there supplements derived from grapes and grape juice available?

  • 21

    GodFinger - Leveling Tips

    2 years ago

    In about 10 days, I reached Level 50 on GodFinger, and learned a few tips and tricks along the way that can help you level up more quickly: When you are close to leveling up and have piles of gold and dimmed building waiting for you, charge up...

  • 36

    GodFinger Awe - all about getting more Awe

    2 years ago

    Awe is one of the four types of points you earn and use in GodFinger. How do you get more Awe? There are two main options: paid and free. You can pay to stock up on Awe in the Store, and pay anywhere from $0.06-0.14 per Awe depending on how large a package you're willing to buy. You can also earn Awe for free by completing certain goals, and by going up certain levels.

  • 30

    GodFinger Mana - how to get more free Mana

    2 years ago

    Mana is the lifeblood of your wonders (powers) in GodFinger. You need Mana to power your buildings, convert unbelievers into followers, create ponds and add lush growth to the parched default landscape, and much more. But Mana often runs out when...

  • 8

    Broccolini (Brocollini) Recipe - Simple & Delicious

    9 months ago

    A quick, tasty recipe for broccolini (brocollini).

  • 41

    GodFinger wonders (powers) - iPhone/iPad game tips & tricks

    2 years ago

    Explanation of the powers (wonders) available in your world on the game GodFinger.

  • 17

    Crack Pie - Step-by-step Recipe with Pictures

    3 years ago

    Have you heard of crack pie? Anderson Cooper sings its praises, as do Martha Stewart and  countless other people who are willing to pay $44 for one at New York's Momofuku Bakery and Milk Bar (they do deliver, too). Fortunately, you don't have to...

  • 18

    How to use Instapaper on Android (Droid) - App configuration

    20 months ago

    My favorite iPhone app (when I had an iPhone) was Instapaper, which allows you to save articles you'd normally read on your computer for offline reading on your iPhone. I often find interesting articles I want to read on my computer in the morning,...

  • 17

    Resveratrol & Weight Loss - Reviews

    14 months ago

    Can resveratrol really make you lose weight? Learn what resveratrol really can and can not do about weight loss.

  • 11

    Barbara Walters Resveratrol - Report

    2 years ago

    You might have seen Barbara Walters in advertisements for resveratrol products, touting this natural substance's health benefits, and particularly its claims to lengthen your lifespan. Now Barbara Walters is not a doctor or scientist; she is an...

  • 47

    Dr Oz & Resveratrol

    5 months ago

    Which resveratrol pill does Dr Oz recommend? NONE. Please read this important article and don't get swindled!

  • 7

    Lyrics - Me and You (by Cassie)

    21 months ago

    [verse 1] You've been waiting so long I'm here to answer your call I know that I shouldn't have had you waiting at all I've been so busy, but I've been thinking 'bout what I wanna do with you [pre-chorus] I know them other guys, they been...

  • 27

    How to transfer DVD to iPod/iPhone for free

    13 months ago

    Here is a step-by-step guide to transferring DVD movies and TV shows to your iPhone or iPod, for free.

  • 40

    Vegetarian Baked Meatballs - a non-soy recipe

    4 years ago

    If you want to make savory vegetarian meatballs, but don't want to use tofu or soy or any other type of "fake meat", here's a recipe that I like to use. The meatballs are robustly flavored, and hold up pretty well if you want to add them to...

  • 43

    10 essential pieces of advice for travelers to Thailand

    2 years ago

    Having recently spent a couple of great weeks in Thailand, here are my 10 pieces of advice, in no particular order (this is practical advice, not destination suggestions): 1. Don't bring a lot of clothes. You can get a simple wash, dry and fold...

  • 9

    How to get to the Full Moon Party from Koh Samui

    21 months ago

    Haad Rin (Full Moon Party), Koh PhaNgan Haad Rin, Ban Tai, Ko Phangan, Surat Thani, Thailand Chaweng Beach, Koh Samui Hat Chaweng, Bo Phut, Ko Samui, Surat Thani 84140, Thailand The Koh PhaNgan Full Moon Party is one of the biggest tourist draws...

  • 253

    How to transfer iTunes songs from one computer to another

    12 months ago

    How to move your iTunes music from one computer to another (and no, you can't use your iPod or iPhone - stupid, yes, I know).

  • 58

    Wasp Knife - Information, Pictures, Videos

    21 months ago

    The Wasp Knife, which the news media has been reporting on recently, is extremely deadly. This is the way it works: in the knife handle, there is a small canister of 24 grams of compressed carbon dioxide (CO2) there is a small tube running from...

  • 17

    2-Way Sync - Google Calendar (Gcalendar/Gcal) and iPhone

    17 months ago

    Trying to get your Google Calendar agendas onto your iPhone? It used to be VERY complicated, when I first published this article about 4 years ago. You had to create accounts with MobileMe, and use third-party services like SpanningSync or NeuSync,...

  • 25

    How to forward Yahoo Mail to Gmail

    4 years ago

    These instructions are only valid if you have DSL service through AT&T Yahoo, or if you've got Yahoo Mail Plus. First, determine if you're using the older (Classic) or new Yahoo Mail interface. Then follow these instructions. OLD VERSION OF YAHOO...

  • 159

    Herniated Disc Pain Relief

    16 months ago

    I had a herniated disc for 5 months before I finally got a discectomy. In the month prior to surgery, I tried many different ways (including various painkillers) to get relief from the pain. Here's insights from my experience that might help any discussions you're having with your medical provider.

  • 100

    Herniated Disc - Treatment Options

    15 months ago

    I had a herniated disc in 2008 (L5-S1) and suffered for 5 grueling months of different treatments before I got surgery. Here, I explore those options I tried; many others share their experiences in the comments. (Almost 4 years later, and I'm feeling great!)

  • 15

    Free Directory Assistance -- Free Phone Information/411

    14 months ago

    Try these 2 phone services for toll-free information. (If you're using a mobile phone, you will have to pay for minutes used, of course). Note that GOOG-411 was discontinued on November 12, 2010. In exchange for listening to a 10-second ad, you can...

  • 13

    Update your Facebook or Twitter Status on your Blackberry

    2 years ago

    5 ways to sync your Facebook status via your Blackberry (4 of which through Twitter integration): SMS/text message, toll-free phone call, Gtalk message, or through BB apps. All free!

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    Prejudice Test | Racism Test | Are you Racist?

    2 years ago

    A comment by elleissa left on this Hub mentioned an online test created by a team at Harvard that looks at a person's automatic biases towards some groups over others. Most of us have automatic, knee-jerk reactions towards different characteristics...

  • 23

    Brazilian Weight Loss Tea (Porangaba/Cha de Gubre)

    2 years ago

    Known in Brazil as chá de bugre or porangaba, and commonly served along Brazil's famous beaches, Brazilian weight loss tea comes from the plant Cordia salicifolia, native to the Brazilian states of Minas Gerais and Goias (but also grown in Paraguay...

  • 49

    I Ching Reading - Step-by-step Guide

    15 months ago

    Step-by-step guide on how to give yourself an authentic I Ching reading! Lots of fun, and full of insightful advice.

  • 17

    Taxi joke

    5 years ago

    Here's a "rated R" (not for children!) joke that a friend from Croatia forwarded. (izvorna versija na hrvatskom na dnu) A man arrives at San Francisco airport at the taxi stand and asks the driver: - How much for a ride to San Jose? - $100 - But...

  • 77

    Aronia - highest-antioxidant berry juice

    2 years ago

    Aronia is the name for a very dark berry, native to the Americas, but far more popular in Eastern Europe, where its juice is known to help people with heart conditions. When I lived in Poland, it was a fairly popular juice drink, and people commonly...

  • 36

    Ugly Betty - the TV show

    21 months ago

    ABC's hit television show starring America Ferrera as Betty Suarez. Episode recaps, spoilers and cast bios.

  • 18

    Lipstick Recall - is there lead in my lipstick?

    15 months ago

    Information on the status of lead-containing lipstick and recalls. L'Oreal and other brand-name lipstick statements and coverage.

  • 76

    DNA Testing Comparison: DNA Tribes, DNA Heritage & GeneTree

    2 years ago

    If you're curious about your racial/ethnic background, nowadays you don't have to rely on what your relatives have to say. Now for less than $300 you can get fairly conclusive indications from DNA tests which you can order and take at home. I've tried 3 of them (GeneTree, DNA Heritage, and DNA Tribes) and share information about them here.

  • 21

    How to Geocache - A step-by-step guide for beginners

    20 months ago

    Geocaching (GEE-oh-cash-ing) is a great outdoors recreational activity that's similar to a scavenger hunt. There is a hidden object, and you're given clues and GPS (global positioning) coordinates to help you find it. It's incredibly fun, and...

  • 20

    Tea for Cold or Flu Recipe

    5 years ago

    A Brazilian friend of mine made me this tea about ten years ago when I was just coming down with a really bad flu. I drank it, and then throughout the night, I woke up about 5 times, each time completely soaked with sweat. I kept changing my shirt,...

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    How to get from LGA (LaGuardia) to JFK (Kennedy), or vice versa

    2 months ago

    There are 3 ways to do this, depending on how much time you have and how much money you're willing to spend. A taxi cab will run you about $26-28 (depending on traffic, mostly) and will take anywhere from 20-30 minutes, only very rarely worse than...

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    Shoe Pastry Recipe (Choux Pastry)

    3 years ago

    Choux (pronounced "shoe") pastry, or puff pastry, is the basis of a number of great pastry delicacies, including cream puffs (profiteroles), eclairs, and some types of turnovers (others use phyllo dough). Here's a simple recipe you can use: Choux...

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    Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Orange County, CA

    14 months ago

    Vegetarian food isn't everyone's favorite fare, but if you're in the mood for "rabbit food" or if you're a vegetarian/vegan like myself and you're in the O.C., check out these favorites of mine and my family. Native Foods - Costa Mesa 2937 Bristol...

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    How to call a phone number in London from the United States

    5 years ago

    Easy-to-follow instructions on how to dial from a landline or cell/mobile phone to reach someone in London, England.

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    Sicko review (Michael Moore documentary)

    2 years ago

    A review of Michael Moore's SICKO, including additional statistics on relative costs of healthcare systems that the film should've included.

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    Online Rants: Customers and Employees

    20 months ago

    The Internet has become the repository for millions of people's feelings, and for whatever reason, ranting about poor customer service is one that gets a lot of traffic. Here are some sites that you can use to complain about companies if you feel...

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    What Does Yerba Mate Taste Like?

    5 years ago

    Yerba mate, a South American herb related to the holly whose leaves are drunk much like tea elsewhere, has a taste different from tea, even green tea. Here's how I would describe the flavor of yerba mate: strong and pungent, especially if...

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    What Does White Tea Taste Like?

    4 years ago

    As a tea fanatic, white tea is a prominent member of my tea repertory. And, along with green tea, black tea and red tea (rooibos), it's also chock-full of antioxidants. But what does it taste like? First, the flavor is not strong. White tea has a...

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    The Anti-Estrogenic Diet - avoid estrogen foods

    18 months ago

    An exploration of the principles outlined in Ori Hofmekler's book, the Anti-Estrogenic Diet. Includes lists of estrogenic and anti-estrogenic foods, the 3 stages of the diet, and commentary on some of the more unusual aspects of the regimen and its rationale.

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    Constantly Runny Nose? My Nose is Always Running.

    5 months ago

    I'm one of those people who has a perpetually-runny nose (and, no, it's not a cold). The *only* thing that has ever worked to keep my nose dry and normal is Ipratropium Bromide spray, prescribed by my doctor.

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    Mexican Hot Chocolate and Horchata - recipes

    2 years ago

    Mexico has a number of drinks that are only now gaining in popularity in North America and elsewhere, despite their exhilarating tastes. Here are a couple of the more popular beverages: chocolate and horchata.Mexican hot chocolate has a few...

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    Kelly Videos - Shoes & Text Message Breakup

    2 years ago

    Kelly is the brainchild of Liam Sullivan. Enjoy these campy videos, and sing along if you feel so inclined. Intro: Happy birthday, twins. A computer! And a car! Thanks, Mom and Dad! Kelly, go ahead and open your present. What the hell?! What'd you...

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    Most Difficult Languages - Polish

    23 months ago

    I've read about the supposed difficulty of many languages. Some I don't know at all (like Chinese or Arabic, which I'd imagine are difficult), but I did have the opportunity to learn one of the hardest, and supposedly the most grammatically-complex...

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    Erythritol (low calorie natural sugar substitute)

    16 months ago

    I first found out about erythritol when I bought Honest Tea's Tangerine Green Tea, which has only 10 calories but is all natural. How? It uses a little-known, natural low-calorie sweetener called erythritol. Erythritol has only 5% of the calories of...

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    The Alemany Farmers' Market in San Francisco, California

    20 months ago

    The Alemany Farmer's Market, near the 101 & 280 Junction in south San Francisco, is a great place to buy lower-priced vegetables, fruits, nuts and other farm goods (including honey/pollen and olive oil), as well as enjoy a nice brunch. The prices...

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    How to Make Yogurt - Step-by-Step Guide with Pictures

    10 months ago

    Making yogurt at home is easy, and does not require any special equipment. I've made yogurt dozens of times using this method, which I describe step-by-step with photos. Save money and have fun making your own yogurt!

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    Philosophical Quizzes - Philosophy Quiz

    20 months ago

    Here are some great sources of intriguing philosophical quizzes that you can do alone, or with a small group of friends. I've enjoyed them both ways. Morality Play: A fascinating quiz that determines how you weigh truly difficult ethical...

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    Avoiding Germs on Public Transportation

    2 years ago

    As much as I love public transportation (cheap, pretty reliable, can read or zone out, no traffic headaches, environmentally-friendly), sometimes I feel like I've walked into a giant petri dish when I enter a BART train on my way to work. The...

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    Manufacture your own Energy Drink or Shot - Make Your Own

    14 months ago

    Energy drinks are getting more and more popular, and many contract manufacturers make it relatively easy to formulate and bottle your own. If you're interested in manufacturing your own energy beverage, here's some useful starting points.

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    Winter Itch - itchy skin when it's cold outside

    2 years ago

    Winter Itch (winter pruritis, or xerotic eczema) is that type of itchy skin you get when it's cold and dry outside. It's caused by dehydration. Wintertime makes the problem worse for a few reasons: the air is dry outside, drying your skin out more...

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    Fortune cookies (history, making at home, and ordering custom wholesale)

    4 years ago

    The Bay Area is regarded as the fortune cookie capital of the world with a half a dozen or so family-owned factories churning out more than a half a million cookies a day. Fortune cookies are non-existent in Asia, being indigenous to the United...

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    What to See in Zagreb

    2 years ago

    What's worth visiting in Croatia, based on my experiences (about 10 visits since I was a baby) ;-)

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    A little inspirational story

    6 years ago

    A short inspirational story, translated into English. (Na hrvatskom ispod engleskog teksta) A young woman is waiting for her flight to board at a large airport. In order for the time to go by a bit more quickly, she decides to buy a book and a...

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    Szechuan Peppercorns (Sichuan pepper) - its unique flavor

    17 months ago

    Szechuan peppercorns (also spelled Sichuan peppercorns) are an unusual Chinese spice that gives spicy Szechuan and Hunan cuisine a "bite" that's very different from what we traditionally understand as spicy. It is a flavor that's difficult to...

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    Old people jokes

    5 months ago

    My elderly aunts love telling jokes like these. I hope you enjoy them, too. Three old guys, all hard of hearing, were playing golf one sunny spring morning. One says to another, "Windy, isn't it?" "No," the second man answers, "it's Thursday." The...

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    Sarsaparilla - Health Benefits

    2 years ago

    Sarsaparilla (also spelled sarsparilla or sasparilla) is a root that most of us in the US commonly associate with root beer. (In the UK, Fitzpatrick's, the last temperance bar, stopped selling its sarsaparilla cordial in 2003). Sarsaparilla's...

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    Fashion Bug (FashionBug.com) - review

    5 months ago

    FashionBug.com is an online site for purchasing women's fashion at substantially reduced prices. The company began as a chain of retail outlets, which now number more than 1,000 across the United States. Forty-five states have a Fashion Bug...

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    Gamma Oryzanol (muscle-building supplement information)

    5 years ago

    Gamma oryzanol is a blend of natural sterols, and ferulic acid esters, usually derived from rice bran oil. Approved in Japan, and very popular there gamma oryzanol has started to become popular in the West as well. Here is what makes this set of...

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    Intestate (meaning and examples)

    2 years ago

    Intestate (pronounced in-TESS-tate) means having died without leaving a will or a trust that will instruct how your possessions will be divided among your heirs after you die. It is an adjective that can be used to describe a person: Marilyn died...

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    What does agnostic mean?

    16 months ago

    What does it mean to be "agnostic"? Although often confused with "atheist", it means something quite a bit different. The term derives from the Greek roots "a" (not or without) and "gnosis" (knowledge). An agnostic does not know enough about the existence of a higher being to make a judgment about it.

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    Free tattoo idea - 5 sites worth checking out

    17 months ago

    Here are 5 different sites you might want to visit for some free tattoo designs, before you plunk down several hundred bucks and get inked. Get inspired

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    My Sick Gold Barb

    4 years ago

    One of our gold barbs started developing a lump about a month ago. It slowly got bigger, but the fish acted normal--same activity level, hunger, color. Recently, in the past 4-5 days, the lump has begun to weigh it down. For the last day, it can...

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    Unorthodox Weight Loss Tips

    21 months ago

    Now, I wouldn't advocate any of the weight loss methods below. In fact, I'd go so far as to discourage each and every one of them. However, anyone who's struggled with their weight and has wished for a miracle might find these ideas amusing. (SATIRE...

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    Lower body temperature extends lifespan

    6 years ago

    We all know that refrigerating food helps keep it longer. That's because the bacteria and fungi that spoil food grow much more slowly at lower temperatures. Their metabolisms, like that of all living creatures, slow down as they cool down. ...

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    Firstborn of young mothers live longer

    4 years ago

    We've all read or heard about birth order and its effect on our behaviors: the firstborn is the most sensitive, the youngest excels in school, the middle child craves attention, etc. A recent study offers a different twist: it suggests that the...

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    Japanese IQ test for job applicants

    6 years ago

    Apparently this is an IQ test given to job applicants in Japan in which "Everybody has to cross the river". It's an animated game that's both fun and frustrating. Click to start the test: Japanese IQ Test Everything is in Japanese, but follow...

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    How to get revenge on a friend

    20 months ago

    Your friends welch on a bet, gave you a wedgie, or embarrassed you in front of a girl you have the hots for? Ohhh yeah, there are plenty of ways to get revenge. Do things while they're sleeping cut their hair off, or at least cut enough to make...

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    How to add fractions together

    5 months ago

    Adding fractions may seem complicated at first, but it's really not that hard. Here are three words that we should define at the beginning: 1) Numerator - the top part of the fraction 2) Denominator - the bottom part of the fraction For example,...

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    Longevity: The Genetic Component

    20 months ago

    Long lifespans tend to run in families, and, unfortunately, so do short ones. If your parents lived a long time before passing on, chances are you will too. But why? Have you inherited a predisposition towards a longer life from their DNA, or have...

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    Caloric Restriction Doesn't Extend Lifespans

    20 months ago

    More proof that we're not rats! Caloric restriction (CR), widely touted to increase lifespans by 30%, doesn't seem to work for human beings, despite doing wonders for rats, mice, and spiders.

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    Crazy Halloween Contact Lens (Lenses)

    2 years ago

    First, colored contact lenses were offered in the 1980s to allow people with brown eyes to have blue or green eyes (although the first generation products gave people's eyes an eery, unnatural glow). Now, contact lenses are available in artistic...

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    Gaydar Secrets

    22 months ago

    What are the signs and signals you should be looking for to see if someone's gay or lesbian? It takes some practice to fine-tune gaydar, but these tips and tricks should help you suss out "members of the family" from their heterosexual brethren. Have fun!

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    Kathy Griffin chat

    6 years ago

    Kathy Griffin, star of Bravo's Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List, hosted a great chat session with her fans on October 1, 2006. She answered fans' questions and had a lot of funny things to say. If you're a fan as well, read on.Kathy: Hi...

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    Swiss Chard with Potatoes Recipe - blitva s krumpirom

    2 years ago

    In 2004, we visited my family in Croatia, and my aunt shared recipes that we enjoyed at her summer-house on the island of Brač. This is intended for my friends and family members (I was appointed to transcribe what Biserka was saying) but if...

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    Truly Satisfying Low Calorie Breakfast

    21 months ago

    Laugh all you want at the prospect of eating 4 homemade breakfast burritos. They're more satisfying and far more nutritious than your Vanilla Frappucino...

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    Jimmy Choo, Manolo Blahnik & Christian Louboutin

    5 months ago

    The swings of women's fashion are not for the weary of heart. Which of these three high-end women's shoemakers are hot right now? Let's consult Google Trends and see what people are searching for...

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    Air Travel Myths

    2 years ago

    Do any of us still listen to those onboard announcements at the beginning of a flight? Apparently there's not much point--much of what they say is either untrue or irrelevant.

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    The Alphabet of Manliness (Book Review)

    9 months ago

    A review of Maddox's new book, "The Alphabet of Manliness". In short: If you like the style of his humor on his Website, you'll love this book as well.

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    Longevity Smoothie

    5 months ago

    Create a quick, antioxidant-rich smoothie before you take on the world.

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    Travel to Croatia : Trains and Cost Info

    21 months ago

    Practical advice about getting to and around Croatia.

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    Fruit flies and life spans: how long do they live?

    2 years ago

    Evolution at work: Fruit fly genetics and implications for us (or, Making the case for working with what we've got)

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    Green Tea - varieties & preparation methods

    16 months ago

    ... and how is it different from black tea? Green and black tea actually come from the same plant: Camellia sinensis. The difference is in the way they are processed. Green tea is heated (either by steam in Japan, or pan-frying in China) that...

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    Sir2 Gene

    2 years ago

    You might have read my article about caloric restriction (CR), and how its wondrous effect on the lifespan on mice is probably not going to do the same for us humans (as if you were going to forsake cookies, cake and everything else except rabbit...

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    Resveratrol supplements

    5 months ago

    Information about resveratrol, a naturally-occurring antioxidant in red wine. Research is demonstrating its ability to extend lifespan, counter the effects of obesity and Alzheimer's disease, and increase endurance.

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