Impact of mild dehydration on wellness and on exercise performance

Impact of mild dehydration on wellness and on exercise performance

Top of pageAbstractChronic mild dehydration is a common condition in some population groups, including especially the elderly and those who participate in physical activity in warm environments. Hypohydration is recognised as a precipitating factor in a number of acute medical conditions in the elderly, and there may be an association, although not necessarily a causal one, between a low habitual fluid intake and some cancers, cardiovascular disease and diabetes. There is some evidence of impairments of cognitive function at moderate levels of hypohydration, but even short periods of fluid restriction, leading to a loss of body mass of 1 lead to reductions in the subjective perception of alertness and ability to concentrate and to increases in self reported tiredness and headache. For a healthy lean young male with a body mass of 70 kg, total body water will be about 42 l. The turnover rate of water exceeds that of most other body components. For the sedentary individual living in a temperate climate, daily water turnover is about 2 l. In other words, about 5 of the total body water content is renewed every day Lentner, 1981. In spite of its abundance, however, there is a need to maintain the body water content within narrow limits, and the body is much less able to cope with restriction of water intake than with restriction of food intake. A few days of total fasting has little impact on health and functional capacity, provided fluids are allowed, and even longer periods of abstinence from food are well tolerated. In contrast, except in exceptional circumstances cessation of water intake results in serious debilitation after times ranging from only an hour or two to a few days at most.

The performance of prolonged exercise, particularly in warm environments, can result in a substantial loss of body water, with the potential for adverse effects on performance capacity, and an increased risk of heat related illness. An athlete training hard in a spell of warm weather, or a person with a heavy manual job working in the same conditions, may lose several litres of sweat in a single day: in extreme conditions of work in the heat, daily sweat losses may reach 10 l or even more. This amounts to about one quarter of the total body water content for the average man, and about one third for the average woman. In spite of this high daily rate of exchange, a water deficit of only a few percent will impair physical performance: a slightly larger loss will bring symptoms of tiredness, headache and general malaise. If the loss of water reaches 10 of body mass, about 20 of total body water, death is the likely outcome. It may not be possible to prevent loss of substantial volumes of sweat in either physically demanding occupational tasks or in sporting competition, so there must be an emphasis on fluid replacement strategies to protect health and to maintain performance capacity.

Top of pageDaily water turnoverWater is lost from the body in varying amounts via a number of different routes: the main avenues of water loss are urine about 1400 ml, faeces 200 ml, insensible losses from the lungs 400 ml and loss via the skin 500 ml. The total daily water loss is therefore about 2500 ml, but this varies greatly between individuals and depends on the environmental conditions. When the air is dry, water loss from the skin and lungs is increased because of the increased vapour pressure gradient, and more water is also lost by these routes in hot weather. The amount lost in the urine depends very much on the volume of fluid consumed and on the total losses by other routes. It also depends on the solute content of the diet, and high intakes of salt sodium chloride or protein will increase the daily fluid requirement because of the limited capacity of the kidneys to concentrate the urine. If water intake is restricted, the kidneys will conserve water by producing a more concentrated urine: the concentrating capacity varies between individuals, but the maximum urine osmolality is typically about 900 mosm/kg Lentner, 1981. Equally, the body cannot store excess water, so the kidneys get rid of any temporary excess by producing a large volume of dilute urine. Daily fluid intake in man is usually in excess of perceived need and water balance is maintained by urinary losses Engell Hirsch, 1991.

For individuals at rest in temperate environmental conditions, body temperature is maintained at a comfortable level primarily by behavioural mechanisms: adjusting the environmental conditions or the amount of clothing worn are effective at increasing or reducing heat loss. When the environmental temperature is high, physical transfer of heat from the body is not possible, and evaporation of sweat from the skin is the bodys only way of getting rid of excess heat. All the metabolic reactions in the body result in heat production, but at rest the body produces heat only slowly: about 60 W for an average 70 kg individual. In exercise, the rate of heat production rises: for a 70 kg person running at 15 km/h the rate of metabolic heat production will increase to about 1 kW, and body temperature would rise rapidly if there was not a corresponding increase in the rate of heat loss. Sweating is a very effective way of preventing body temperature from rising too far, but causes the loss of water and electrolytes salts from the body. Our runner would need to produce about 1.5 l of sweat per hour to balance the rate of heat production, and trained athletes can sustain this running speed for several hours with little rise in core temperature. Even a loss of as little as 1 l of sweat will increase the sense of fatigue and impair performance, so replacement of fluid losses during such forms of exercise is clearly a priority. A table of sweat losses in various sports situations has been compiled by Rehrer Burke, 1996.

Maintenance of body temperature at rest and during exerciseIn all but the most extreme conditions, body temperature is maintained within about 2 of the normal resting level of 37 This, of course, applies to the temperature of deep body structures, including especially the brain, rather than to skin temperature. The temperature of bare skin follows the environmental temperature and is not closely regulated. There appears to be a critical body temperature above which humans and other mammals will not continue to exercise voluntarily. A consistent finding in the published literature is that voluntary fatigue occurs at a core temperature of about 40 Gisolfi Copping, 1974; Nielsen et al, 1993, 1997. An inability of the central temperature control mechanism, or of the effector mechanisms that respond to input from the hypothalamus, to compensate for orthostatic simultaneously, metabolic and thermoregulatory demands may result in heat syncope, characterised by extreme peripheral vasodilation and a fall in arterial blood pressure Werner, 1993. This condition is not very harmful compared to heat stroke during high heat stress, where the requirement for thermoregulation is subordinated to cardiovascular and metabolic demands Werner, 1993. There are thermal limits that the brain tolerates, and when these limits are reached a host of physiological reactions occur that may be aimed at reducing the rate of brain heating, but often result in heat stroke. Important among these is the cessation of physical activity that results in a marked reduction in the rate of metabolic heat production.

Nielsen et al 1993, 1997 have speculated that at a critical core temperature about 40 in humans there may be a negative effect on the brains motor control centres. Such effects are consistent with the loss of motor coordination, reduction in motor drive and increased perception of effort that typically occur in the later stages of prolonged exercise in the heat. Evidence for a direct effect of elevated core hypothalamic temperature on impaired neuromuscular function comes from studies that show increased exercise time to fatigue when individuals exercise in cool conditions Galloway Maughan, 1997; Parkin et al, 1999. Performance of endurance exercise is also improved when subjects are actively cooled during the period of exercise MacDougall et al, 1974 or have been cooled prior to starting exercise Lee Haymes, 1995.

Top of pageHydration status and wellnessDehydration is associated with a number of negative effects on health and well being, although the evidence that mild dehydration is harmful is not supported by any strong evidence. There is general agreement among clinicians that chronic mild fluid restriction will compromise health, but there is limited solid evidence to substantiate this clinical impression. Severe dehydration is clearly detrimental to health, and is associated with compromised cardiovascular function, renal impairment, weakness and lassitude, and a number of diffuse symptoms, including headache, nausea and general malaise. Specific health risks of a chronically inadequate fluid intake are difficult to define, for a number of reasons, including the diffuse nature of the symptoms, the difficulty in obtaining reliable estimates of fluid intake, and the absence of any agreed marker of hydration status. There does seem to be some evidence of a link between habitual fluid intake and cancers of the bladder Michaud et al, 1999, and colon Shannon et al, 1996. Links with other disease states, including diabetes and cardiovascular disease have also been postulated, but the evidence is somewhat tenuous Burge et al, 2001; Chan et al, 2002. It is also the case that individuals with a high fluid intake may be chronically hypohydrated if they also have a high water requirement, so water turnover may not be a good index of tissue hydration status Shirreffs Maughan, 1998.

There are undoubtedly some negative subjective symptoms associated with even modest levels of dehydration. Self ratings of alertness and ability to concentrate decline progressively when fluid intake is restricted to induce body mass deficits of even as little as 1 At the same time, ratings of tiredness and headache increase Figure 1. There are also some indications in the published literature that cognitive function, as assessed by decision making and reaction time tests, is also impaired at relatively low levels of dehydration Gopinathan et al, 1988. This may be important when decisions have to be made or where judgement and skill are involved; driving a motor car is a good example of such a task. In all, 15 healthy adults participated in two trials: in one trial, fluid intake was restricted for 37 h and normal drinking was allowed in the other trial. Body mass loss was 2.68% in the fluid restriction trial and 0.58% in the control trial Shirreffs, unpublished data.

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Populations at particular risk of dehydration and its sequelae include the very young and the elderly. Limited data are available on the prevalence of hypohydration, but there is some evidence to suggest that this may be relatively common among some sections of the elderly population Leaf, 1984. Although the evidence that dehydration has a significant negative effect on brain function in healthy young individuals is limited, it is quite possible that mild to moderate dehydration may exacerbate any pre existing impairment of cognitive function in the elderly, and dehydration is recognised as one of the factors that may precipitate acute confusion in the elderly Mentes et al, 1998. Again, clinical experience suggests that the confused elderly patient admitted to care is commonly in a state of fluid deficit. This state may occur because of a reduced thirst response to a fluid deficit in the elderly, a reduction in renal function and an alteration in the secretion of hormones involved in water and electrolyte homeostasis Miller, 1998. Elderly individuals suffering from chronic physical and/or mental impairment are likely to have low levels of daily water turnover and to be at increased risk of hypohydration Phillimore et al, 1998.

In spite of great improvements in sanitation and in the availability of rehydration solutions, dehydration resulting from infectious diarrhoeal disease remains one of the largest single causes of death among young children, being responsible for about 1.5 million deaths annually around the world WHO, 2002. Healthy children may also be at risk of dehydration if there is a sudden increase in water loss for any reason, and physically active children will be at particular risk during periods of warm weather. The large surface area:volume ratio of children relative to adults the average 6 year old child has a surface:volume ratio about 50% greater than that of the average adult means that they gain more heat through the skin when the environmental temperature exceeds skin temperature Bar Or, 1989. In this situation, an increased rate of evaporative cooling is essential to prevent a catastrophic rise in body temperature. This is achieved at the expense of an increased loss of water from the body, but children may be less aware of the need for increased drinking and may have a relatively insensitive thirst mechanism and may need encouragement to drink when losses are high.

Top of pageEffects of dehydration on exercise performanceAlthough the physiological consequences of dehydration due to the sweat loss that occurs during exercise have been the focus of much attention, there has been relatively little scientific interest in the effects of a fluid deficit incurred prior to exercise. Both of these situations, however, are common in sport. Individuals who begin exercise with a fluid deficit will not perform as well as they will when fully hydrated. This has been shown to be true whether the fluid deficit is incurred by prolonged exercise in a warm environment, by passive heat exposure or by diuretic treatment Nielsen et al, 1981; Armstrong et al, 1985. An impaired performance is observed whether the exercise lasts a few minutes, or whether it is more prolonged, although muscular strength appears to be relatively unaffected, and tasks with a large aerobic component are affected to a greater extent than those that rely primarily on anaerobic metabolism Sawka et al, 1990.

There seems to be relatively little effect of mild dehydration on muscle strength Table 1. There are, however, some difficulties in the interpretation of these studies as the methods used to induce dehydration usually include either heat exposure of exercise, both of which will induce elevations of muscle temperature which will in itself affect the contractile properties of the muscles. Where dehydration has been induced over a longer period by restriction of fluid intake, there is also commonly a reduced food intake, leading to changes in muscle glycogen content and in the acid status of the muscle.

In exercise tests lasting more than a few minutes, reductions in performance are apparent at modest levels of body water loss amounting to 1 of the pre exercise body mass Armstrong et al, 1985. For the average young male most of the subjects in these studies have been male, but the responses of female subjects do not appear to be different, body water accounts for about 60% of total body mass, so these levels of hypohydration amount to about 2 of total body water. It was reported by Adolph et al 1947 that subjects do not report a sensation of thirst until they have incurred a water deficit of about 2% of body mass. This suggests that athletes living and training in the heat may not be aware that they have become dehydrated to a level sufficient to affect performance adversely. Athletes living and training in warm environments, especially those used to living in cool climates, will often fail to consume sufficient fluid to maintain hydration status and may need encouragement to do so Shirreffs Maughan, 1998.

Fluid losses due to sweating are distributed in varying proportions among the various body compartments: plasma, extracellular water and intracellular water. The decrease in plasma volume that accompanies dehydration may be of particular importance in influencing work capacity. Blood flow to the muscles must be maintained at a high level to supply oxygen and substrates, but a high blood flow to the skin is also necessary to convect heat from the active muscles and the body core to the body surface where it can be dissipated Nadel, 1989. When the ambient temperature is high and blood volume has been decreased by sweat loss during prolonged exercise, there may be difficulty in meeting the requirement for a high blood flow to both these tissues. In this situation, skin blood flow is likely to be compromised, allowing central venous pressure and muscle blood flow to be maintained but reducing heat loss and causing body temperature to rise Rowell, 1986. More recent data, however, suggest that dehydration may cause a reduction in the blood flow to exercising muscles as well as to the skin Gonzalez Alonso et al, 1998. It may be that a falling cardiac output and an imminent failure to maintain blood pressure is one of the signals responsible for exhaustion when dehydration occurs during prolonged exercise.

These factors have been investigated by Coyle and his co workers in a series of elegant studies; their results clearly demonstrate that rise in core temperature and heart rate and the fall in cardiac stroke volume during prolonged exercise are graded according to the level of hypohydration achieved Montain Coyle, 1992a. They also showed that the ingestion of fluid during exercise increases skin blood flow, and therefore thermoregulatory capacity, independent of increases in the circulating blood volume Montain Coyle, 1992b. Plasma volume expansion using dextran/saline infusion was less effective in preventing a rise in core temperature than was the ingestion of sufficient volumes of a carbohydrate electrolyte drink to maintain plasma volume at a similar level Montain Coyle, 1992b. This raises some questions about the mechanism of action of fluid replacement during exercise, but these studies confirm the importance of the ingestion of drink of a suitable composition and in sufficient volume during prolonged exercise in a warm environment.

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How To Make a Hope Chest

How To Make a Hope Chest<br /><br />A hope chest is something that is used by women before they start their married life. This can also be called a dowry chest or glory box. This chest will hold the items that the bride will bring with her when she gets married and leaves her familys house. The common contents of a hope chest include items of clothing, jewelry, linens, dishware and other important items for the bride.<br /><br />Many years ago, the hope chest was passed on by women from generation to generation. Nowadays, women hardly ever use a hope chest but some families still carry on with the tradition. If you do not have a hope chest to hand down to your daughter, maybe its time that you make one so that you can take part in this meaningful tradition<br /><br />Choose the wood. The first thing that you will have to determine is what type of wood you are going to use for the hope chest. The most common wood used for this is the cedar. This is because cedar is not only durable, but it also gives off a fragrant smell that also acts as moth repellent. You can also choose other types of wood, such as cherry wood or pine wood.<br /><br />Size of the chest. There is no standard size for a hope chest. You can make it as big or as small as you want. Take into consideration the number of items that you are going to put inside it. On average, a hope chest has a length of four feet, a width of two feet and a depth of two feet.<br /><br />Creating the chest. When you already have the proportions of wood needed for the hope chest, you can use wood glue to put the pieces together and form a chest. The next part is designing the chest according to your taste. This is not necessary but it will make the hope chest more attractive. Most hope chests from long ago were carved with intricate designs and patterns. However, if you want a more modern feel to your hope chest, you can always paint on the wood.<br /><br />Pass down the chest. After using the chest, you can start a new tradition and pass it down to your daughter. If you do not have a daughter, you can give it to a niece. Explain the symbolism and importance of the hope box so that she can carry on the tradition.<br /><br />These are the steps on how you can create your own hope chest. You can put a lot of items inside the chest. You can put your wedding gown inside or some jewelry that you would like to pass down to your daughter. You can even put old letters or photos of your ancestors so that the younger generation of your family can get to know where they came from. Passing down this hope chest will surely be an exciting thing for you to do.

How To Identify a Real Diamond

How To Identify a Real Diamond<br /><br />A diamond is one of the most valuable gemstones known today. It has been used since the ancient times by shamans, leaders of tribes, royalties, dignitaries, dictators, revolutionary individuals, wealthy citizens and the like. Its earliest documented records were found in the Sanskrit texts in India. Due to its cunning features and valuableness, this elegant gemstone has spread all over the world starting from India to China, Ancient Rome, South Africa and Brazil. blood diamond in Africa. As the twentieth century unfolded, chemists and scientists started to create a man made diamond wherein it was chemically produced. This synthetic diamond is worth much lower than the naturally made ones but it is still valuable and can stand the test of time. Identifying a real diamond can be a bit tricky especially when you are new to this kind of thing. Read on to learn more.<br /><br />A refracted image. Get a newspaper, a magazine or a book. Put your diamond on the surface and try to read through it, like a magnifying glass. If you can actually see the letters quite clearly that you can read through the stone, then your diamond is not real. A true diamond dramatically refracts the light so much that you will not be able to see through an image or text at all.<br /><br />Breathe through it. Due to its natural composition, it is a superb conductor of heat. Try breathing through it and check if condensation appears. If it does, then you have a fake diamond.<br /><br />Sparkly or not? Put your diamond up against the light. Carefully scrutinize it by checking how it sparkles in different angles. A fake diamond should only sparkle at a certain angle while a real one will just shine all over, regardless of what angle!<br /><br />An imperfect stone. Check the overall physical attributes of your stone. A real diamond should have some imperfections in the shape and surface. If you see a perfectly smooth gem, you are probably holding a fake one.<br /><br />These are the things that you need to do effectively determine if the stone that you are looking at is truly a diamond. It would also be a great idea if you take your diamond to a certified gemologist a person who deals with natural and artificially made stones to further identify its true value. If you have an antique gem, make sure that you also consult an antique dealer to achieve a more appropriate appraisal. Now what are you waiting for? Just start following these very simple steps and you can never go wrong! Remember, always be careful when you are about to buy this priceless stone by keeping a keen eye on its physical attributes. Good luck and have fun!

How To Identify a Real Diamond

How To Identify a Real Diamond<br /><br />A diamond is one of the most valuable gemstones known today. It has been used since the ancient times by shamans, leaders of tribes, royalties, dignitaries, dictators, revolutionary individuals, wealthy citizens and the like. Its earliest documented records were found in the Sanskrit texts in India. Due to its cunning features and valuableness, this elegant gemstone has spread all over the world starting from India to China, Ancient Rome, South Africa and Brazil. blood diamond in Africa. As the twentieth century unfolded, chemists and scientists started to create a man made diamond wherein it was chemically produced. This synthetic diamond is worth much lower than the naturally made ones but it is still valuable and can stand the test of time. Identifying a real diamond can be a bit tricky especially when you are new to this kind of thing. Read on to learn more.<br /><br />A refracted image. Get a newspaper, a magazine or a book. Put your diamond on the surface and try to read through it, like a magnifying glass. If you can actually see the letters quite clearly that you can read through the stone, then your diamond is not real. A true diamond dramatically refracts the light so much that you will not be able to see through an image or text at all.<br /><br />Breathe through it. Due to its natural composition, it is a superb conductor of heat. Try breathing through it and check if condensation appears. If it does, then you have a fake diamond.<br /><br />Sparkly or not? Put your diamond up against the light. Carefully scrutinize it by checking how it sparkles in different angles. A fake diamond should only sparkle at a certain angle while a real one will just shine all over, regardless of what angle!<br /><br />An imperfect stone. Check the overall physical attributes of your stone. A real diamond should have some imperfections in the shape and surface. If you see a perfectly smooth gem, you are probably holding a fake one.<br /><br />These are the things that you need to do effectively determine if the stone that you are looking at is truly a diamond. It would also be a great idea if you take your diamond to a certified gemologist a person who deals with natural and artificially made stones to further identify its true value. If you have an antique gem, make sure that you also consult an antique dealer to achieve a more appropriate appraisal. Now what are you waiting for? Just start following these very simple steps and you can never go wrong! Remember, always be careful when you are about to buy this priceless stone by keeping a keen eye on its physical attributes. Good luck and have fun!

How To Clean Your Gold Chain

How To Clean Your Gold Chain<br /><br />The simplest way is to get some mild liquid detergent. The one you use for washing your clothes should do the trick. Put about 2 3 cups of water in a bowl then add some detergent. Put in your gold chain or jewelry and let them soak for a few minutes. This allows the dirt and grime to soften for easier cleaning. After a few minutes, take a used toothbrush in one hand and with the gold chain on your other hand start gently scrubbing in the nooks and crannies of the gold chain or jewelry. After youre satisfied that youve cleaned them enough, rinse the gold chain or jewelry in a separate bowl with clean water. Dry the chain or jewelry with a paper towel and make sure it is completely dried before keeping them away.<br /><br />There is also another way to clean gold chain or jewelry using ammonia but since ammonia is more powerful than detergent, it is best not to use this method.<br /><br /> When doing certain activities, it is best to remove any gold chain or jewelry you are wearing. Activities like taking a bath or washing. Soap dulls the gold finish. When going swimming, chlorine and salt water can discolor your gold.<br /><br /> Keep you gold items separate from other types of gold jewelry to avoid scratches.<br /><br />Gold chain and jewelry should keep for a long time and could also be used as heirloom pieces. But they do get scratched and tarnished so keeping good care of them would prolong their beauty.

How To Clean Your Gold Chain

How To Clean Your Gold Chain<br /><br />The simplest way is to get some mild liquid detergent. The one you use for washing your clothes should do the trick. Put about 2 3 cups of water in a bowl then add some detergent. Put in your gold chain or jewelry and let them soak for a few minutes. This allows the dirt and grime to soften for easier cleaning. After a few minutes, take a used toothbrush in one hand and with the gold chain on your other hand start gently scrubbing in the nooks and crannies of the gold chain or jewelry. After youre satisfied that youve cleaned them enough, rinse the gold chain or jewelry in a separate bowl with clean water. Dry the chain or jewelry with a paper towel and make sure it is completely dried before keeping them away.<br /><br />There is also another way to clean gold chain or jewelry using ammonia but since ammonia is more powerful than detergent, it is best not to use this method.<br /><br /> When doing certain activities, it is best to remove any gold chain or jewelry you are wearing. Activities like taking a bath or washing. Soap dulls the gold finish. When going swimming, chlorine and salt water can discolor your gold.<br /><br /> Keep you gold items separate from other types of gold jewelry to avoid scratches.<br /><br />Gold chain and jewelry should keep for a long time and could also be used as heirloom pieces. But they do get scratched and tarnished so keeping good care of them would prolong their beauty.

How To Clean Your Gold Chain

How To Clean Your Gold Chain<br /><br />The simplest way is to get some mild liquid detergent. The one you use for washing your clothes should do the trick. Put about 2 3 cups of water in a bowl then add some detergent. Put in your gold chain or jewelry and let them soak for a few minutes. This allows the dirt and grime to soften for easier cleaning. After a few minutes, take a used toothbrush in one hand and with the gold chain on your other hand start gently scrubbing in the nooks and crannies of the gold chain or jewelry. After youre satisfied that youve cleaned them enough, rinse the gold chain or jewelry in a separate bowl with clean water. Dry the chain or jewelry with a paper towel and make sure it is completely dried before keeping them away.<br /><br />There is also another way to clean gold chain or jewelry using ammonia but since ammonia is more powerful than detergent, it is best not to use this method.<br /><br /> When doing certain activities, it is best to remove any gold chain or jewelry you are wearing. Activities like taking a bath or washing. Soap dulls the gold finish. When going swimming, chlorine and salt water can discolor your gold.<br /><br /> Keep you gold items separate from other types of gold jewelry to avoid scratches.<br /><br />Gold chain and jewelry should keep for a long time and could also be used as heirloom pieces. But they do get scratched and tarnished so keeping good care of them would prolong their beauty.

How To Clean Your Gold Chain

How To Clean Your Gold Chain<br /><br />The simplest way is to get some mild liquid detergent. The one you use for washing your clothes should do the trick. Put about 2 3 cups of water in a bowl then add some detergent. Put in your gold chain or jewelry and let them soak for a few minutes. This allows the dirt and grime to soften for easier cleaning. After a few minutes, take a used toothbrush in one hand and with the gold chain on your other hand start gently scrubbing in the nooks and crannies of the gold chain or jewelry. After youre satisfied that youve cleaned them enough, rinse the gold chain or jewelry in a separate bowl with clean water. Dry the chain or jewelry with a paper towel and make sure it is completely dried before keeping them away.<br /><br />There is also another way to clean gold chain or jewelry using ammonia but since ammonia is more powerful than detergent, it is best not to use this method.<br /><br /> When doing certain activities, it is best to remove any gold chain or jewelry you are wearing. Activities like taking a bath or washing. Soap dulls the gold finish. When going swimming, chlorine and salt water can discolor your gold.<br /><br /> Keep you gold items separate from other types of gold jewelry to avoid scratches.<br /><br />Gold chain and jewelry should keep for a long time and could also be used as heirloom pieces. But they do get scratched and tarnished so keeping good care of them would prolong their beauty.

How Skin Tags Work

How Skin Tags Work<br /><br />Most people have had some sort of embarrassing skin problem to deal with in their lifetime. You know the names of most of these common conditions like acne, warts and blisters and probably already have a plan of attack for when they pop up. But theres at least one that many people have trouble identifying, let alone treating: acrochordons.<br /><br />Commonly referred to as skin tags, acrochordons are small outgrowths of the skin that affect about 46 percent of the general population source: Schwartz. Fortunately, skin tags are relatively harmless and quite common.<br /><br />Skin tags form just below the skins surface. They usually consist of fat, nerve cells, fibers and ducts, all covered by skin source: Crosta. What is visible to the naked eye is a raised surface or small bump. Over time, skin tags can become a small mass connected by a stalk of skin, which wiggles as you move source: Harvard Health Publications Before you say Ew! know that skin tags are incredibly small usually only 0.08 to 0.19 inches 2 to 5 millimeters source: Schwartz.<br /><br />Skin tags usually show up in areas of the body where there are skin folds, like armpits or eyelids. They also occur on more remote areas such as on the neckline, below the breasts or in the groin area source: Crosta. They occur equally in men and women but more often in adults over 60. Some research has shown that skin tags may be genetic, but that hasnt been definitively proven yet source: Harvard Health Publications.<br /><br />Once skin tags form, they do not go away on their own. Although they tend to be small, they can grow to the size of large grapes. But the good news is skin tags are not directly associated with a major medical condition and are not life threatening, though their appearance may alarm you if youve never had one source: Alai. Learning a little bit about why people get skin tags and how to treat them may help you reduce the likelihood of their occurrence or reoccurrence.

How Skin Tags Work

How Skin Tags Work<br /><br />Most people have had some sort of embarrassing skin problem to deal with in their lifetime. You know the names of most of these common conditions like acne, warts and blisters and probably already have a plan of attack for when they pop up. But theres at least one that many people have trouble identifying, let alone treating: acrochordons.<br /><br />Commonly referred to as skin tags, acrochordons are small outgrowths of the skin that affect about 46 percent of the general population source: Schwartz. Fortunately, skin tags are relatively harmless and quite common.<br /><br />Skin tags form just below the skins surface. They usually consist of fat, nerve cells, fibers and ducts, all covered by skin source: Crosta. What is visible to the naked eye is a raised surface or small bump. Over time, skin tags can become a small mass connected by a stalk of skin, which wiggles as you move source: Harvard Health Publications Before you say Ew! know that skin tags are incredibly small usually only 0.08 to 0.19 inches 2 to 5 millimeters source: Schwartz.<br /><br />Skin tags usually show up in areas of the body where there are skin folds, like armpits or eyelids. They also occur on more remote areas such as on the neckline, below the breasts or in the groin area source: Crosta. They occur equally in men and women but more often in adults over 60. Some research has shown that skin tags may be genetic, but that hasnt been definitively proven yet source: Harvard Health Publications.<br /><br />Once skin tags form, they do not go away on their own. Although they tend to be small, they can grow to the size of large grapes. But the good news is skin tags are not directly associated with a major medical condition and are not life threatening, though their appearance may alarm you if youve never had one source: Alai. Learning a little bit about why people get skin tags and how to treat them may help you reduce the likelihood of their occurrence or reoccurrence.

Hiding Jewelry Around the House

Hiding Jewelry Around the House<br /><br />Those that travel often know that hiding valuable or sentimental jewelry in the house is one of the steps taken before leaving for a trip. Its ill advised to take fine jewelry on any trips. Its a pain the pack it in a carryon bag and what to do with it at the hotel is another issue.<br /><br />Any successful burglar knows the common hiding places. To foil them, hide precious jewelry in plain sight so to speak. Most burglars want to get in and get out. If its too hard to find precious jewelry, theyll most likely move on to their next victim.<br /><br />Leave Some Jewelry OutThe number one tip is to leave cheap jewelry in plain sight. Wherever jewelry is commonly stored for everyday wear, keep a bunch of jewelry in that same place. Sterling silver while expensive doesnt have much value at the pawnshops, so thats one suggestion along with any cheap obviously costume jewelry.<br /><br />Hide Jewelry Under CarpetingA house has an unlimited number of corners. Its very easy to pull carpeting up from the tack bar in a corner to hide your jewelry. The carpet padding will need to be cut out in a shape to accommodate the jewelry. Dont cut too much out; the carpet might look weird. About three inches square is a good size. Place the jewelry in a bag and smooth it out so the bag is the same height as the remaining carpet padding. Press the carpeting back in place on the tack bar.<br /><br />No burglar is going to waste the time pulling up the carpeting at every corner of your home. And, its easy to retrieve the jewelry at the end of the trip. Save the portion of carpet padding that was cut out and it can be put back in place after the jewelry is retrieved.<br /><br />Hide Jewelry in Plain SightA garage or basement is a great place to hide valuables in plain sight. These two areas of the home are usually so cluttered, it should be easy to split fine jewelry into a few different containers to hide with the junk.<br /><br />For example, if nails, screws and whatnot are kept in tins on shelves in the garage or basement, place your bagged jewelry in tins as well and cover with a layer of whatever the jewelry is hiding with. If the area is cluttered, the burglars cost/benefit to do a thorough search, just isnt there.<br /><br />Exercise Care Dont Be a Blabber MouthOf course, the best way to avoid a break in when not at home is to keep the list of people who know the house will be vacant to a minimum. Having someone housesit, if feasible, is also a great idea.

Hiding Jewelry Around the House

Hiding Jewelry Around the House<br /><br />Those that travel often know that hiding valuable or sentimental jewelry in the house is one of the steps taken before leaving for a trip. Its ill advised to take fine jewelry on any trips. Its a pain the pack it in a carryon bag and what to do with it at the hotel is another issue.<br /><br />Any successful burglar knows the common hiding places. To foil them, hide precious jewelry in plain sight so to speak. Most burglars want to get in and get out. If its too hard to find precious jewelry, theyll most likely move on to their next victim.<br /><br />Leave Some Jewelry OutThe number one tip is to leave cheap jewelry in plain sight. Wherever jewelry is commonly stored for everyday wear, keep a bunch of jewelry in that same place. Sterling silver while expensive doesnt have much value at the pawnshops, so thats one suggestion along with any cheap obviously costume jewelry.<br /><br />Hide Jewelry Under CarpetingA house has an unlimited number of corners. Its very easy to pull carpeting up from the tack bar in a corner to hide your jewelry. The carpet padding will need to be cut out in a shape to accommodate the jewelry. Dont cut too much out; the carpet might look weird. About three inches square is a good size. Place the jewelry in a bag and smooth it out so the bag is the same height as the remaining carpet padding. Press the carpeting back in place on the tack bar.<br /><br />No burglar is going to waste the time pulling up the carpeting at every corner of your home. And, its easy to retrieve the jewelry at the end of the trip. Save the portion of carpet padding that was cut out and it can be put back in place after the jewelry is retrieved.<br /><br />Hide Jewelry in Plain SightA garage or basement is a great place to hide valuables in plain sight. These two areas of the home are usually so cluttered, it should be easy to split fine jewelry into a few different containers to hide with the junk.<br /><br />For example, if nails, screws and whatnot are kept in tins on shelves in the garage or basement, place your bagged jewelry in tins as well and cover with a layer of whatever the jewelry is hiding with. If the area is cluttered, the burglars cost/benefit to do a thorough search, just isnt there.<br /><br />Exercise Care Dont Be a Blabber MouthOf course, the best way to avoid a break in when not at home is to keep the list of people who know the house will be vacant to a minimum. Having someone housesit, if feasible, is also a great idea.

Great Cheap Birthday Gifts for Preteens

Great Cheap Birthday Gifts for Preteens<br /><br />make the perfect gift for a voracious readers, especially if you can find one that she hasnt discovered yet. For example, you might choose a classic book from your own childhood that she might not have read A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine LEngle or Ballet Shoes by Noel Streatfeild. The Nancy Drew series is interesting because the publishers rewrote the series in the 1950s to dumb down the material and make the main character more feminine. You can sometimes find the original versions at library books sales for a few dollars a piece. Look for the ones that have 25 chapters; revised versions have fewer. A boy might be more drawn to the older versions of the Hardy Boys. Consider giving a craft kit that has everything he needs to get started. This might be something like a loom with yarn to create scarves or a wood building kit to create a bird house. If you cant find a premade kit that is appropriate, you could buy supplies separately, such as fabric samples for someone interested in sewing or beading supplies for someone who wants to make jewelry. for preteens often focus on brain building skills as well, so you might try Quidler or Bananagrams for improving vocabulary skills. Name 5 or Scattergories has kids thinking outside the box to think of items that fit within special categories. These games are less than $20, but if you watch for sales, especially around the holidays, you can get them for much less.

Great Cheap Birthday Gifts for Preteens

Great Cheap Birthday Gifts for Preteens<br /><br />make the perfect gift for a voracious readers, especially if you can find one that she hasnt discovered yet. For example, you might choose a classic book from your own childhood that she might not have read A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine LEngle or Ballet Shoes by Noel Streatfeild. The Nancy Drew series is interesting because the publishers rewrote the series in the 1950s to dumb down the material and make the main character more feminine. You can sometimes find the original versions at library books sales for a few dollars a piece. Look for the ones that have 25 chapters; revised versions have fewer. A boy might be more drawn to the older versions of the Hardy Boys. Consider giving a craft kit that has everything he needs to get started. This might be something like a loom with yarn to create scarves or a wood building kit to create a bird house. If you cant find a premade kit that is appropriate, you could buy supplies separately, such as fabric samples for someone interested in sewing or beading supplies for someone who wants to make jewelry. for preteens often focus on brain building skills as well, so you might try Quidler or Bananagrams for improving vocabulary skills. Name 5 or Scattergories has kids thinking outside the box to think of items that fit within special categories. These games are less than $20, but if you watch for sales, especially around the holidays, you can get them for much less.

Fused Glass Jewelry Making

Fused Glass Jewelry Making<br /><br />Victorian Fused Glass Necklace<br /><br />What can you do with fused glass pendants? This stringing design will show you one great method for using fused glass as the focal piece for a gorgeous necklace.<br /><br />While this necklace has all kinds of other materials included such as seed beads, crystals, gemstone beads, and metal, the fused glass pendant is the star.<br /><br />How to Create Home Studio for Fused Glass<br /><br />If you fallen in love with making glass beads or fused glass or if you always wanted to try glass, then eventually you need to create a place for yourself and your glass. Here are a few tips to help you create your own safe place to work with glass.<br /><br />Creating Fused Blank Pendants<br /><br />These fused glass pendants are blank on the front so you end up with a blank canvas of sorts to add designs and embellishments to later. They are a great way to use up glass scraps too.<br /><br />Rubber Stamped Glass Pendants<br /><br />This mixed media jewelry technique allows you to decorate fused glass pendants with images from rubber stamps.<br /><br />Fused Dichroic Post Earrings<br /><br />Small pieces of fused glass work perfectly with post earring findings, and the use of Dichroic glass gives you a rainbow of possibilities.<br /><br />Make Faux Beach Glass<br /><br />Use your fused glass scraps up with this easy technique for making faux beach glass.<br /><br />Annealing Metal, Beads, and Glass Jewelry<br /><br />Learn about this important jewelry making technique that is essential for ensuring the inegrity of your lampwork beads, fused glass, wire, or metal jewelry.<br /><br />To Buy a Kiln or Not to Buy a Kiln<br /><br />I get a lot of email concerning kilns. This is a big decision to make for most jewelry makers. Before you buy a kiln, consider some important questions you need to ask yourself.<br /><br />Finger Painting Glass and Colors<br /><br />Learn some more of what I learned in my second fused glass class.<br /><br />Cutting Pasting Fused Glass<br /><br />The 3rd in a series on what I learn in my fused glassclass. This lesson is on volume control.<br /><br />How to Use a Glass Saw for Fused Glass Jewelry<br /><br />You can make all kinds of wonderful shapes and designs with glass that you can then turn into pendants and earrings for your jewelry making needs.

Fused Glass Jewelry Making

Fused Glass Jewelry Making<br /><br />Victorian Fused Glass Necklace<br /><br />What can you do with fused glass pendants? This stringing design will show you one great method for using fused glass as the focal piece for a gorgeous necklace.<br /><br />While this necklace has all kinds of other materials included such as seed beads, crystals, gemstone beads, and metal, the fused glass pendant is the star.<br /><br />How to Create Home Studio for Fused Glass<br /><br />If you fallen in love with making glass beads or fused glass or if you always wanted to try glass, then eventually you need to create a place for yourself and your glass. Here are a few tips to help you create your own safe place to work with glass.<br /><br />Creating Fused Blank Pendants<br /><br />These fused glass pendants are blank on the front so you end up with a blank canvas of sorts to add designs and embellishments to later. They are a great way to use up glass scraps too.<br /><br />Rubber Stamped Glass Pendants<br /><br />This mixed media jewelry technique allows you to decorate fused glass pendants with images from rubber stamps.<br /><br />Fused Dichroic Post Earrings<br /><br />Small pieces of fused glass work perfectly with post earring findings, and the use of Dichroic glass gives you a rainbow of possibilities.<br /><br />Make Faux Beach Glass<br /><br />Use your fused glass scraps up with this easy technique for making faux beach glass.<br /><br />Annealing Metal, Beads, and Glass Jewelry<br /><br />Learn about this important jewelry making technique that is essential for ensuring the inegrity of your lampwork beads, fused glass, wire, or metal jewelry.<br /><br />To Buy a Kiln or Not to Buy a Kiln<br /><br />I get a lot of email concerning kilns. This is a big decision to make for most jewelry makers. Before you buy a kiln, consider some important questions you need to ask yourself.<br /><br />Finger Painting Glass and Colors<br /><br />Learn some more of what I learned in my second fused glass class.<br /><br />Cutting Pasting Fused Glass<br /><br />The 3rd in a series on what I learn in my fused glassclass. This lesson is on volume control.<br /><br />How to Use a Glass Saw for Fused Glass Jewelry<br /><br />You can make all kinds of wonderful shapes and designs with glass that you can then turn into pendants and earrings for your jewelry making needs.

Finding Natural Turquoise Jewelry Online

Finding Natural Turquoise Jewelry Online<br /><br />Turquoise is a soft, opaque gemstone. In the United states, it is most often found in the Southwest, and is commonly used in Native American jewelry. Because turquoise is so soft, it is often treated with chemical processes to make it harder, or otherwise improve it. Because of these practices, Jewelry that has not been treated, that is, natural turquoise jewelry is more prized, and often more valuable. The store below carry a wide selection of natural turquoise. Some also carry the treated stones. It is wise to always ask through questions of the seller before buying any natural turquoise jewelry. Being listed below does not guarantee natural turquoise in every piece youll find, so play it safe and question before you buy. This is especially true of the more expensive pieces which can sell for thousands of dollars. Nevada Outback Gems: A nice selection of natural turquoise in rings, bracelets, earrings and more. A lot of interesting spider webbed pieces to be found here. Prices are fairly reasonable, with most under $100. Sales are conducted via e mail with payment via paypal.<br /><br />Southwest Silver Gallery: Here you will find a variety of Native American themed Turquoise Jewelry, Including necklaces bracelets, pendants, rings and even watches, It is evident that a great deal of pride is taken in the craftsmanship Prices range from under $100 to upwards of $2500. Purchases can be made online though the website or over the phone<br /><br />Silver Sun: Another group of Native American artisans specializing in Natural Turquoise Jewelry, Silver Sun gives you a unique option to pick your stone from a mine before it is crafted into jewelry. A great deal of attention is given to educating the buyer on the quality of stones from each mine. Prices Range between $100 and $3000. Purchases can be made from their website using any major credit card.<br /><br />Twin Rocks Trading Post: Has a wide selection of Natural Turquoise Jewelry hand crafted by Native American Artists This site offers one of a kind pieces with quality and beauty at affordable prices. Purchases can also be made directly though the website.<br /><br />Ross Simons: While this site lacks a certain artistic quality present in the others, Some may find its straight forward jewelry store look to be refreshing. Carrying a wide selection of Jewelry in Natural Turquoise Ross Simons has something to please any taste and many budgets, prices range from 50 dollars up. Items may be purchased directly thought the website.<br /><br />True Blue Jewelry Gifts: Offering Turquoise Jewelry directly from the mine. Pieces range from 100 dollars and up. Offering a wide selection of hand crafted Turquoise as a specialty. When shes not writing, shes reading, knitting or hanging out with her husband. View profile

Finding Natural Turquoise Jewelry Online

Finding Natural Turquoise Jewelry Online<br /><br />Turquoise is a soft, opaque gemstone. In the United states, it is most often found in the Southwest, and is commonly used in Native American jewelry. Because turquoise is so soft, it is often treated with chemical processes to make it harder, or otherwise improve it. Because of these practices, Jewelry that has not been treated, that is, natural turquoise jewelry is more prized, and often more valuable. The store below carry a wide selection of natural turquoise. Some also carry the treated stones. It is wise to always ask through questions of the seller before buying any natural turquoise jewelry. Being listed below does not guarantee natural turquoise in every piece youll find, so play it safe and question before you buy. This is especially true of the more expensive pieces which can sell for thousands of dollars. Nevada Outback Gems: A nice selection of natural turquoise in rings, bracelets, earrings and more. A lot of interesting spider webbed pieces to be found here. Prices are fairly reasonable, with most under $100. Sales are conducted via e mail with payment via paypal.<br /><br />Southwest Silver Gallery: Here you will find a variety of Native American themed Turquoise Jewelry, Including necklaces bracelets, pendants, rings and even watches, It is evident that a great deal of pride is taken in the craftsmanship Prices range from under $100 to upwards of $2500. Purchases can be made online though the website or over the phone<br /><br />Silver Sun: Another group of Native American artisans specializing in Natural Turquoise Jewelry, Silver Sun gives you a unique option to pick your stone from a mine before it is crafted into jewelry. A great deal of attention is given to educating the buyer on the quality of stones from each mine. Prices Range between $100 and $3000. Purchases can be made from their website using any major credit card.<br /><br />Twin Rocks Trading Post: Has a wide selection of Natural Turquoise Jewelry hand crafted by Native American Artists This site offers one of a kind pieces with quality and beauty at affordable prices. Purchases can also be made directly though the website.<br /><br />Ross Simons: While this site lacks a certain artistic quality present in the others, Some may find its straight forward jewelry store look to be refreshing. Carrying a wide selection of Jewelry in Natural Turquoise Ross Simons has something to please any taste and many budgets, prices range from 50 dollars up. Items may be purchased directly thought the website.<br /><br />True Blue Jewelry Gifts: Offering Turquoise Jewelry directly from the mine. Pieces range from 100 dollars and up. Offering a wide selection of hand crafted Turquoise as a specialty. When shes not writing, shes reading, knitting or hanging out with her husband. View profile

Finding Natural Turquoise Jewelry Online

Finding Natural Turquoise Jewelry Online<br /><br />Turquoise is a soft, opaque gemstone. In the United states, it is most often found in the Southwest, and is commonly used in Native American jewelry. Because turquoise is so soft, it is often treated with chemical processes to make it harder, or otherwise improve it. Because of these practices, Jewelry that has not been treated, that is, natural turquoise jewelry is more prized, and often more valuable. The store below carry a wide selection of natural turquoise. Some also carry the treated stones. It is wise to always ask through questions of the seller before buying any natural turquoise jewelry. Being listed below does not guarantee natural turquoise in every piece youll find, so play it safe and question before you buy. This is especially true of the more expensive pieces which can sell for thousands of dollars. Nevada Outback Gems: A nice selection of natural turquoise in rings, bracelets, earrings and more. A lot of interesting spider webbed pieces to be found here. Prices are fairly reasonable, with most under $100. Sales are conducted via e mail with payment via paypal.<br /><br />Southwest Silver Gallery: Here you will find a variety of Native American themed Turquoise Jewelry, Including necklaces bracelets, pendants, rings and even watches, It is evident that a great deal of pride is taken in the craftsmanship Prices range from under $100 to upwards of $2500. Purchases can be made online though the website or over the phone<br /><br />Silver Sun: Another group of Native American artisans specializing in Natural Turquoise Jewelry, Silver Sun gives you a unique option to pick your stone from a mine before it is crafted into jewelry. A great deal of attention is given to educating the buyer on the quality of stones from each mine. Prices Range between $100 and $3000. Purchases can be made from their website using any major credit card.<br /><br />Twin Rocks Trading Post: Has a wide selection of Natural Turquoise Jewelry hand crafted by Native American Artists This site offers one of a kind pieces with quality and beauty at affordable prices. Purchases can also be made directly though the website.<br /><br />Ross Simons: While this site lacks a certain artistic quality present in the others, Some may find its straight forward jewelry store look to be refreshing. Carrying a wide selection of Jewelry in Natural Turquoise Ross Simons has something to please any taste and many budgets, prices range from 50 dollars up. Items may be purchased directly thought the website.<br /><br />True Blue Jewelry Gifts: Offering Turquoise Jewelry directly from the mine. Pieces range from 100 dollars and up. Offering a wide selection of hand crafted Turquoise as a specialty. When shes not writing, shes reading, knitting or hanging out with her husband. View profile

Everything Regarding Pandora Jewelry Sale On Connecticut

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Effect on Jewelry

Effect on Jewelry<br /><br />A recent Time magazine article alludes to the fact that, taking a clue from the looming recessionary trends in the USA, designers are sending more black garments down the runways. Actually this trend seemed to start earlier this year with the showing of very bright Crayola crayon hued accessories from shoes to belts to handbags to co ordinate with the darker Fall/Winter 2008 garments being shown.<br /><br />Whenever the economic picture seems a bit uncertain, most scale back on discretionary items and are reluctant to take on any additional financial obligations. Based upon ones viewpoint, jewelry does qualify as a discretionary item.<br /><br />What effect will all this have on the jewelry industry as a whole? Bridge jewelry and the lower priced fine jewelry will more than likely bear the brunt of decreased spending patterns. Not sure what bridge jewelry is? Well, its the stepping stone between fine and costume jewelry. Typically it is made from precious metals such as karated gold and sterling silver. Semi precious gemstones are used for bridge jewelry. Fine jewelry likewise is made with precious metals but using rubies, emeralds, sapphires and diamonds; costume jewelry is fabricated from base metals such as stainless steel and paste or glass gemstones.<br /><br />As a general rule, the more wealth one has accumulated, the smaller the effect of the ebb and flow of economic conditions. There will always be a market for the extremely expensive designer jewelry one sees in the chi chi magazines. Along the same lines, costume jewelry in the under $40 range will probably see little trickledown effect.<br /><br />One has to wonder what is going on over at the diamond engagement ring industry. Their much ballyhooed line is to spend 2 months gross salary for an engagement ring. When economic times are iffy, even if the job that covers basic personal living expenses is stable, its probably a good guess that the 2 months salary rule is going to go out the window at least temporarily.<br /><br />Lets face it thats a goofy benchmark anyway. Who wants to enter a marriage toting behind them a note payable on a door knob of a diamond engagement ring? Just because an industry that stands to profit by ones purchase states a dollar amount is standard doesnt mean it is. This idiocy of this premise is the basis of Todd Reeds line of raw diamond jewelry.<br /><br />Actually, economists assert that it takes many more quarters of recessionary behavior before any economy can be declared to be in a true recession. The USA certainly has not reached this stage yet only time will show the true effect of the current trends on the jewelry industry.

Effect on Jewelry

Effect on Jewelry<br /><br />A recent Time magazine article alludes to the fact that, taking a clue from the looming recessionary trends in the USA, designers are sending more black garments down the runways. Actually this trend seemed to start earlier this year with the showing of very bright Crayola crayon hued accessories from shoes to belts to handbags to co ordinate with the darker Fall/Winter 2008 garments being shown.<br /><br />Whenever the economic picture seems a bit uncertain, most scale back on discretionary items and are reluctant to take on any additional financial obligations. Based upon ones viewpoint, jewelry does qualify as a discretionary item.<br /><br />What effect will all this have on the jewelry industry as a whole? Bridge jewelry and the lower priced fine jewelry will more than likely bear the brunt of decreased spending patterns. Not sure what bridge jewelry is? Well, its the stepping stone between fine and costume jewelry. Typically it is made from precious metals such as karated gold and sterling silver. Semi precious gemstones are used for bridge jewelry. Fine jewelry likewise is made with precious metals but using rubies, emeralds, sapphires and diamonds; costume jewelry is fabricated from base metals such as stainless steel and paste or glass gemstones.<br /><br />As a general rule, the more wealth one has accumulated, the smaller the effect of the ebb and flow of economic conditions. There will always be a market for the extremely expensive designer jewelry one sees in the chi chi magazines. Along the same lines, costume jewelry in the under $40 range will probably see little trickledown effect.<br /><br />One has to wonder what is going on over at the diamond engagement ring industry. Their much ballyhooed line is to spend 2 months gross salary for an engagement ring. When economic times are iffy, even if the job that covers basic personal living expenses is stable, its probably a good guess that the 2 months salary rule is going to go out the window at least temporarily.<br /><br />Lets face it thats a goofy benchmark anyway. Who wants to enter a marriage toting behind them a note payable on a door knob of a diamond engagement ring? Just because an industry that stands to profit by ones purchase states a dollar amount is standard doesnt mean it is. This idiocy of this premise is the basis of Todd Reeds line of raw diamond jewelry.<br /><br />Actually, economists assert that it takes many more quarters of recessionary behavior before any economy can be declared to be in a true recession. The USA certainly has not reached this stage yet only time will show the true effect of the current trends on the jewelry industry.

Destination Guide

Destination Guide<br /><br />If you do nothing more than saunter through the seductive, gaslamp lit streets and move to the mysterious moan of an alto sax wailing over the ancient slate roofs, youd be properly visiting New Orleans. But beyond those absolutes, the city is rich in sights to see and things to do. Few visitors realize how small, level and activity friendly New Orleans is so your workout doesnt have to take a vacation just because you do. Pack the pedometer, and do attend to appropriate attire, sunscreen and hydration. Need more direction? Try these ideas:<br /><br />Strolling the French Quarter is as good as sightseeing gets, and youll also rack up some activity PointsPlus values. Rau, lavish jewelry and elegant art. And theres no shame and more activity PointsPlus values in doing the Dougie or jitterbugging to those street bands! Or, succumb to the tempting boutiques along Chartres Street or the permanent Spring break that is Bourbon Street, in all its sordid, neon lit glory.<br /><br />Power walk the Moonwalk, the scenic promenade fronting the Mississippi River along the French Quarters edge. The mile long path is dotted with public art and the occasional busker for your entertainment.<br /><br />Bicycling is such an ideal way to see New Orleans that these tours fill up fast, so book in advance with Confederacy of Cruisers or Big Easy Bike Tours. Sociable, local guides lead small groups through some of the cool, lesser traveled neighborhoods like the Marigny and the Trem on comfy cruisers helmets provided. The rides arent strenuous but a comfort level with street riding is in order.<br /><br />Placid Bayou St. John is not only lovely for kayaking, its actually the reason New Orleans was built. The smart guides from Kayakiti yat will explain it all, bring the equipment and work your upper body something fierce.<br /><br />City Park has 1,300 dazzling acres of oaks draped in Spanish moss, lakes with pedal boats and rowboats, tennis courts, golf courses, running and walking paths and a kids amusement park. Mix your workout with artwork here at the top notch New Orleans Museum of Art and Besthoff Sculpture Garden.<br /><br />Gaze at the glamorous antebellum mansions as you ride the leisurely St. Charles Avenue streetcar. Take a round trip, or hop off at Washington Street. Its the starting point to a walking tour of the Garden District homes and elegantly decaying Lafayette Cemetery; and maybe if youve reserved a table, lunch at the perpetually splendid Commanders Palace, the citys premier restaurant.<br /><br />Take a swamp tour. Up close and in their natural habitat, alligators are magnificent and fascinating as are the ancient, serene Louisiana swamps. The superb Captains of Dr. Wagners Honey Island Swamp Tours know every flora, fauna and flyer, making this picturesque outing a must do even when the gators are in winter hibernation.<br /><br />Visit beautiful Jackson Square and tour the surrounding historic attractions, starting with a look inside stately St. Louis Cathedral, which dates to 1729. History buffs will want to spend time in the Cabildo, site of the signing of the Louisiana Purchase, now a state museum housing Napoleons death mask left of the Cathedral. The Presbyteremuseum, with terrific Mardi Gras and Katrina exhibits, is on the Cathedrals right. The nearby 1850 House recreates a typical New Orleans family apartment, circa mid 19th century, and tells the scandal story of the Pontalba family who built this square.

Destination Guide

Destination Guide<br /><br />If you do nothing more than saunter through the seductive, gaslamp lit streets and move to the mysterious moan of an alto sax wailing over the ancient slate roofs, youd be properly visiting New Orleans. But beyond those absolutes, the city is rich in sights to see and things to do. Few visitors realize how small, level and activity friendly New Orleans is so your workout doesnt have to take a vacation just because you do. Pack the pedometer, and do attend to appropriate attire, sunscreen and hydration. Need more direction? Try these ideas:<br /><br />Strolling the French Quarter is as good as sightseeing gets, and youll also rack up some activity PointsPlus values. Rau, lavish jewelry and elegant art. And theres no shame and more activity PointsPlus values in doing the Dougie or jitterbugging to those street bands! Or, succumb to the tempting boutiques along Chartres Street or the permanent Spring break that is Bourbon Street, in all its sordid, neon lit glory.<br /><br />Power walk the Moonwalk, the scenic promenade fronting the Mississippi River along the French Quarters edge. The mile long path is dotted with public art and the occasional busker for your entertainment.<br /><br />Bicycling is such an ideal way to see New Orleans that these tours fill up fast, so book in advance with Confederacy of Cruisers or Big Easy Bike Tours. Sociable, local guides lead small groups through some of the cool, lesser traveled neighborhoods like the Marigny and the Trem on comfy cruisers helmets provided. The rides arent strenuous but a comfort level with street riding is in order.<br /><br />Placid Bayou St. John is not only lovely for kayaking, its actually the reason New Orleans was built. The smart guides from Kayakiti yat will explain it all, bring the equipment and work your upper body something fierce.<br /><br />City Park has 1,300 dazzling acres of oaks draped in Spanish moss, lakes with pedal boats and rowboats, tennis courts, golf courses, running and walking paths and a kids amusement park. Mix your workout with artwork here at the top notch New Orleans Museum of Art and Besthoff Sculpture Garden.<br /><br />Gaze at the glamorous antebellum mansions as you ride the leisurely St. Charles Avenue streetcar. Take a round trip, or hop off at Washington Street. Its the starting point to a walking tour of the Garden District homes and elegantly decaying Lafayette Cemetery; and maybe if youve reserved a table, lunch at the perpetually splendid Commanders Palace, the citys premier restaurant.<br /><br />Take a swamp tour. Up close and in their natural habitat, alligators are magnificent and fascinating as are the ancient, serene Louisiana swamps. The superb Captains of Dr. Wagners Honey Island Swamp Tours know every flora, fauna and flyer, making this picturesque outing a must do even when the gators are in winter hibernation.<br /><br />Visit beautiful Jackson Square and tour the surrounding historic attractions, starting with a look inside stately St. Louis Cathedral, which dates to 1729. History buffs will want to spend time in the Cabildo, site of the signing of the Louisiana Purchase, now a state museum housing Napoleons death mask left of the Cathedral. The Presbyteremuseum, with terrific Mardi Gras and Katrina exhibits, is on the Cathedrals right. The nearby 1850 House recreates a typical New Orleans family apartment, circa mid 19th century, and tells the scandal story of the Pontalba family who built this square.

Creating a Jewelry Brand

Creating a Jewelry Brand<br /><br />The term branding refers to the idea of creating an image in your customers mind about who you are and what your product consist of as well. If you are selling a particular type of jewelry, then you may want to be known for that type of jewelry. For example, maybe you want to specialize in wire wrapped jewelry or metal clay charms and pendants. The way you present yourself will help you develop a brand, and eventually, you will be known for that by the customer.<br /><br />Take some time to think about your product, who you are, and how you want your customers to think about you. As an example, for my own Etsy shop I knew I wanted to convey the idea of childhood energy and creativity, and I had a goofy picture of myself as a kid with a crown on my head. On the crown was a star, so I used the idea of stars as a branding element when I put together my packaging. I purchased small organza bags that have stars on them, some tissue paper purple which is the color of my dress in the photo, small clear plastic bags to secure the jewelry items in, and some little star beads I include as swag a little extra gift for the customer.

Clothes Art to Be Sold At Auction

Clothes Art to Be Sold At Auction<br /><br />Although there has been a great deal of speculation about who will inherit Elizabeth Taylors estate, no one really knows for sure what she planned except for her family, close friends and legal team since Dame Elizabeth opted to do things privately by using a revocable living trust as the governing document of her estate plan. Nonetheless, aside from her ex husband, Larry Fortensky, spilling the beans yesterday about his $800,000 bequest, another piece of Ms. Taylors plan has been made public in a deal dating back to 2006, the actress contracted with Christies auction house to sell her jewelry, clothes and art after her death. The auctions are apparently set to take place late this year or early next, and while as mentioned above the contents of Ms. Taylors estate plan have not been made public, many are speculating that the money generated by the auctions will, at least in part, be used to benefit amfAR, an aids research organization co founded by Ms. Taylor in 1985.<br /><br />Among the jewels in Ms. Taylors collection a 33 carat Krupp diamond ring; an antique diamond tiara; a Duchess of Windsor diamond brooch; a 69 carat pear shaped diamond; and the Grand Duchess of Russias emeralds. Sources have reported that the last time the jewelry collection was appraised about 15 years ago it was estimated to be worth $30 $40 million, but its surely even more valuable today given that a famous death tends to cause the celebritys things to skyrocket in value.<br /><br />Among the art to be sold is an 1889 Vincent van Gogh landscape that the actresss father bought for her in 1963. Years later she had to clear title to the painting when the heirs of a Jewish art collector sued Ms. Taylor, claiming that the painting was theirs because it had been sold only under extreme duress and should be returned to the family.<br /><br />So now I know what my husband can get me for my birthday this year any piece of Ms. Taylors jewelry will be just fine indeed.<br /><br />How Christies Nabbed Lizs Loot<br /><br />Who Will Inherit Elizabeth Taylors Estate?<br /><br />When Will Elizabeth Taylors Will Be Admitted to Probate?<br /><br />Update on Elizabeth Taylors Estate Actress Leaves Bequest to Ex Husband Larry Fortensky<br /><br />Elizabeth Taylor to Keep Van Gogh<br /><br />Famous Wills and Celebrity Estates Actors, Actresses and Musicians<br /><br />1 Carole Reed says:Hello,<br /><br />My name is Caole Reed and from the time I was 5 years old I was told I looked like Liz Taylor. I was staying with my aunt in west virginia and we had to go up a big hill to get the mail and the lady working there said you look just like Liz Taylor of course at tha time I did not know who she was. Years later owned 2 Merle Norman Stores in Ohio and and I had 7 manicuristes and there was a lady came in and she said you look just like Liz Taylor. I had no idea who she was so I went to my manicurists and I went to them and said who is LIz Taylor. They all stopped doing nails and said you do no know who she is I said no. I had to a magazine to check her out. I have had a wonderful time doing appearances all over the world I was in Germany and when I walked in the hotel the lady said hello Carole Reed. I also went to the hospital when Larry was in the one in San Juan Capistrano and they let me in to see Larry I was scarred to death I thought they would put me out but they didn I also was at Bverly Hills when Liz Taylor was introducing her new line of jewelry she came in a wheel chair and it took alot to help her get out of the chair. I was standing on the steps and she looked up at me and I knew she knew me because I also did a mock wedding with a Larry Forensky lookalike and I was on every channl on TV before I got home my daughter called and said mother you are on every channel on TV regarding he mock wedding. My heart is broken as we lost one of the most beautiful celebrity in the world. I was also in the Flintstone Movie in Vasquez Rocks as Liz Taylor and they transfered her features on me so I would look like her as she was of course not there. It has been a wonderful experience especially when y daughter called me on the cell phone and said mother you are on all channels.

Clothes Art to Be Sold At Auction

Clothes Art to Be Sold At Auction<br /><br />Although there has been a great deal of speculation about who will inherit Elizabeth Taylors estate, no one really knows for sure what she planned except for her family, close friends and legal team since Dame Elizabeth opted to do things privately by using a revocable living trust as the governing document of her estate plan. Nonetheless, aside from her ex husband, Larry Fortensky, spilling the beans yesterday about his $800,000 bequest, another piece of Ms. Taylors plan has been made public in a deal dating back to 2006, the actress contracted with Christies auction house to sell her jewelry, clothes and art after her death. The auctions are apparently set to take place late this year or early next, and while as mentioned above the contents of Ms. Taylors estate plan have not been made public, many are speculating that the money generated by the auctions will, at least in part, be used to benefit amfAR, an aids research organization co founded by Ms. Taylor in 1985.<br /><br />Among the jewels in Ms. Taylors collection a 33 carat Krupp diamond ring; an antique diamond tiara; a Duchess of Windsor diamond brooch; a 69 carat pear shaped diamond; and the Grand Duchess of Russias emeralds. Sources have reported that the last time the jewelry collection was appraised about 15 years ago it was estimated to be worth $30 $40 million, but its surely even more valuable today given that a famous death tends to cause the celebritys things to skyrocket in value.<br /><br />Among the art to be sold is an 1889 Vincent van Gogh landscape that the actresss father bought for her in 1963. Years later she had to clear title to the painting when the heirs of a Jewish art collector sued Ms. Taylor, claiming that the painting was theirs because it had been sold only under extreme duress and should be returned to the family.<br /><br />So now I know what my husband can get me for my birthday this year any piece of Ms. Taylors jewelry will be just fine indeed.<br /><br />How Christies Nabbed Lizs Loot<br /><br />Who Will Inherit Elizabeth Taylors Estate?<br /><br />When Will Elizabeth Taylors Will Be Admitted to Probate?<br /><br />Update on Elizabeth Taylors Estate Actress Leaves Bequest to Ex Husband Larry Fortensky<br /><br />Elizabeth Taylor to Keep Van Gogh<br /><br />Famous Wills and Celebrity Estates Actors, Actresses and Musicians<br /><br />1 Carole Reed says:Hello,<br /><br />My name is Caole Reed and from the time I was 5 years old I was told I looked like Liz Taylor. I was staying with my aunt in west virginia and we had to go up a big hill to get the mail and the lady working there said you look just like Liz Taylor of course at tha time I did not know who she was. Years later owned 2 Merle Norman Stores in Ohio and and I had 7 manicuristes and there was a lady came in and she said you look just like Liz Taylor. I had no idea who she was so I went to my manicurists and I went to them and said who is LIz Taylor. They all stopped doing nails and said you do no know who she is I said no. I had to a magazine to check her out. I have had a wonderful time doing appearances all over the world I was in Germany and when I walked in the hotel the lady said hello Carole Reed. I also went to the hospital when Larry was in the one in San Juan Capistrano and they let me in to see Larry I was scarred to death I thought they would put me out but they didn I also was at Bverly Hills when Liz Taylor was introducing her new line of jewelry she came in a wheel chair and it took alot to help her get out of the chair. I was standing on the steps and she looked up at me and I knew she knew me because I also did a mock wedding with a Larry Forensky lookalike and I was on every channl on TV before I got home my daughter called and said mother you are on every channel on TV regarding he mock wedding. My heart is broken as we lost one of the most beautiful celebrity in the world. I was also in the Flintstone Movie in Vasquez Rocks as Liz Taylor and they transfered her features on me so I would look like her as she was of course not there. It has been a wonderful experience especially when y daughter called me on the cell phone and said mother you are on all channels.

Causes of a Red Rash on My Arm

Causes of a Red Rash on My Arm<br /><br />Strong chemicals may cause an irritating, nonallergic reaction in the skin, leading to the formation of a red rash at the site of contact. The skin typically swells and appears waxy. This condition, known as irritant contact dermatitis, reflects physical damage to the skin, explains the New Zealand Dermatological Society on the health information website DermNet NZ. Examples of chemicals that may splash on the arms and cause irritant contact dermatitis include strong detergents, paint thinner and other solvents, drain cleaner and certain glues. is a form of eczema characterized by irritation of the nerve endings associated with the itch sensation. An intensely itchy area of skin may develop at the site of an insect bite, scar or contact dermatitis. As the patient scratches the involved area, it becomes itchier, explains the University of Michigan Health System. The itch scratch itch cycle continues, causing a thickened, inflamed red patch that may become infected. The infection often begins with a small cut, insect bite or scratch. Bacteria invade the skin through the wound and rapidly spread outward from the site of entry. The affected area becomes red, swollen, painful and warm to the touch. Expansion of the skin redness signals spread of the infection. The species of bacteria most frequently associated with cellulitis include Staphylococcus aureus, group A streptococci, Haemophilus influenzae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and group B streptococci, reports The Merck Manual for Healthcare Professionals.

Books for Making Beaded Ornaments

Books for Making Beaded Ornaments<br /><br />When I see my beaded ornaments dangling from the branches of my Christmas tree, I am proud of my bead work and enjoy how the lights from the tree make the beads sparkle. Beaded ornament covers, especially, are easy to make and are great gifts, so I was thrilled to find that Laura Jansen has created a series of books showing how to make various beaded ornament covers, the Beadecked Ornament Pattern Books. Each book offers different designs that all work around the same idea of using beads to cover those dull bulb ornaments.Book OneHer first in her series of books, The Beadecked Ornament, includes three designs that use the basic netting stitch and build on it with variations such as dangles in different places, bugle beads, and extra bead swags. Each design is labeled beginner, intermediate, and then intermediate/advanced. So you can try the first project, called Simplicity, and work your way up to the more involved projects called Princess and Jubilee. Before getting to the project instructions, Laura provides a list of basic supplies and helpful hints. In one hint she explains how to add extra thread when needed. In another, my personal favorite, she even says not to worry if you added an extra bead or made a mistake because mistakes keep us humble! Then each project includes a list of supplies, written instructions, and diagrams. Finally, she provides some ideas for making ornaments for other holidays and occasions besides Christmas such as Hanukkah, Weddings, and Halloween.Book TwoIn her second book, Laura Jansen built upon her ideas and designs. She again starts with a list of basic supplies. However, this time the list includes a number of different buttons such as 4 holed, 2 holed, and shank. Six projects are included from beginner/intermediate level to intermediate/advanced. As with the first book, she includes written instructions and diagrams, but this time photographs are integrated into the project instructions. These projects are more ornate and include a lot more fringe and accent beads than those in her first book. The ladder stitch and brick are some of the stitches she has incorporated into the designs. Though none of the projects looked difficult, a total beginner should probably start with her first book before attempting the projects in this second book. Finally, she finishes off this volume with a page full of information addresses and URLs for available kits, bead magazines, computer software, and other resources.Books Three and FourThe last two books in the series of four continue to build on the idea of beaded ornament covers, and they become more ornate and beautiful in each book. Of course, ornate can also mean more advanced, so this is something to keep in mind for anyone who has done little to no bead weaving before. Stitches include netting, peyote, and picot among others. Along with the books, Laura also offers some supplies and links to help you locate everything you need to make her beautiful ornament designs. Disclosure: Review copies were provided by the publisher. For more information, please see our Ethics Policy.Suggested ReadingBead Only Holiday Ornaments JewelryBead Books ReviewsDelicious Beadalicious Bead BookWeekly Feature Beaded Ornament CoverWeekly Feature Flower Petal Ornament Cover

Books for Making Beaded Ornaments

Books for Making Beaded Ornaments<br /><br />When I see my beaded ornaments dangling from the branches of my Christmas tree, I am proud of my bead work and enjoy how the lights from the tree make the beads sparkle. Beaded ornament covers, especially, are easy to make and are great gifts, so I was thrilled to find that Laura Jansen has created a series of books showing how to make various beaded ornament covers, the Beadecked Ornament Pattern Books. Each book offers different designs that all work around the same idea of using beads to cover those dull bulb ornaments.Book OneHer first in her series of books, The Beadecked Ornament, includes three designs that use the basic netting stitch and build on it with variations such as dangles in different places, bugle beads, and extra bead swags. Each design is labeled beginner, intermediate, and then intermediate/advanced. So you can try the first project, called Simplicity, and work your way up to the more involved projects called Princess and Jubilee. Before getting to the project instructions, Laura provides a list of basic supplies and helpful hints. In one hint she explains how to add extra thread when needed. In another, my personal favorite, she even says not to worry if you added an extra bead or made a mistake because mistakes keep us humble! Then each project includes a list of supplies, written instructions, and diagrams. Finally, she provides some ideas for making ornaments for other holidays and occasions besides Christmas such as Hanukkah, Weddings, and Halloween.Book TwoIn her second book, Laura Jansen built upon her ideas and designs. She again starts with a list of basic supplies. However, this time the list includes a number of different buttons such as 4 holed, 2 holed, and shank. Six projects are included from beginner/intermediate level to intermediate/advanced. As with the first book, she includes written instructions and diagrams, but this time photographs are integrated into the project instructions. These projects are more ornate and include a lot more fringe and accent beads than those in her first book. The ladder stitch and brick are some of the stitches she has incorporated into the designs. Though none of the projects looked difficult, a total beginner should probably start with her first book before attempting the projects in this second book. Finally, she finishes off this volume with a page full of information addresses and URLs for available kits, bead magazines, computer software, and other resources.Books Three and FourThe last two books in the series of four continue to build on the idea of beaded ornament covers, and they become more ornate and beautiful in each book. Of course, ornate can also mean more advanced, so this is something to keep in mind for anyone who has done little to no bead weaving before. Stitches include netting, peyote, and picot among others. Along with the books, Laura also offers some supplies and links to help you locate everything you need to make her beautiful ornament designs. Disclosure: Review copies were provided by the publisher. For more information, please see our Ethics Policy.Suggested ReadingBead Only Holiday Ornaments JewelryBead Books ReviewsDelicious Beadalicious Bead BookWeekly Feature Beaded Ornament CoverWeekly Feature Flower Petal Ornament Cover

Books for Making Beaded Ornaments

Books for Making Beaded Ornaments<br /><br />When I see my beaded ornaments dangling from the branches of my Christmas tree, I am proud of my bead work and enjoy how the lights from the tree make the beads sparkle. Beaded ornament covers, especially, are easy to make and are great gifts, so I was thrilled to find that Laura Jansen has created a series of books showing how to make various beaded ornament covers, the Beadecked Ornament Pattern Books. Each book offers different designs that all work around the same idea of using beads to cover those dull bulb ornaments.Book OneHer first in her series of books, The Beadecked Ornament, includes three designs that use the basic netting stitch and build on it with variations such as dangles in different places, bugle beads, and extra bead swags. Each design is labeled beginner, intermediate, and then intermediate/advanced. So you can try the first project, called Simplicity, and work your way up to the more involved projects called Princess and Jubilee. Before getting to the project instructions, Laura provides a list of basic supplies and helpful hints. In one hint she explains how to add extra thread when needed. In another, my personal favorite, she even says not to worry if you added an extra bead or made a mistake because mistakes keep us humble! Then each project includes a list of supplies, written instructions, and diagrams. Finally, she provides some ideas for making ornaments for other holidays and occasions besides Christmas such as Hanukkah, Weddings, and Halloween.Book TwoIn her second book, Laura Jansen built upon her ideas and designs. She again starts with a list of basic supplies. However, this time the list includes a number of different buttons such as 4 holed, 2 holed, and shank. Six projects are included from beginner/intermediate level to intermediate/advanced. As with the first book, she includes written instructions and diagrams, but this time photographs are integrated into the project instructions. These projects are more ornate and include a lot more fringe and accent beads than those in her first book. The ladder stitch and brick are some of the stitches she has incorporated into the designs. Though none of the projects looked difficult, a total beginner should probably start with her first book before attempting the projects in this second book. Finally, she finishes off this volume with a page full of information addresses and URLs for available kits, bead magazines, computer software, and other resources.Books Three and FourThe last two books in the series of four continue to build on the idea of beaded ornament covers, and they become more ornate and beautiful in each book. Of course, ornate can also mean more advanced, so this is something to keep in mind for anyone who has done little to no bead weaving before. Stitches include netting, peyote, and picot among others. Along with the books, Laura also offers some supplies and links to help you locate everything you need to make her beautiful ornament designs. Disclosure: Review copies were provided by the publisher. For more information, please see our Ethics Policy.Suggested ReadingBead Only Holiday Ornaments JewelryBead Books ReviewsDelicious Beadalicious Bead BookWeekly Feature Beaded Ornament CoverWeekly Feature Flower Petal Ornament Cover