A time capsule is a historic cache of goods or information, usually intended as a method of communication with future people and to help future archaeologists, anthropologists or historians. Time capsules are sometimes created and buried during celebrations such as a World's fair, a cornerstone laying for a building or at other events. Time capsules are placed with the intention that they will be opened or accessed at a future date. An early example of the use of a time capsule was the Detroit Century Box. The brainchild of Detroit mayor William C. Maybury, it was created on December 31, 1900, and scheduled to be opened 100 years later. It was filled with photographs and letters from 56 prominent residents describing life in 1900 and making predictions for the future, and included a letter by Maybury addressed to the mayor of Detroit in 2000. The capsule was opened by city officials on December 31, 2000, in a ceremony presided over by mayor Dennis Archer. The 1939 New York World's Fair time capsule was created by Westinghouse as part of their exhibit. It was 90 inches (2.3 metres) long, with an interior diameter of 6.5 inches (16 cm), and weighed 800 pounds (360 kg). Westinghouse named the copper, chromium and silver alloy "Cupaloy", claiming it had the same strength as mild steel. It contained everyday items such as a spool of thread and doll, a Book of Record (description of the capsule and its creators), a vial of staple food crop seeds, a microscope and a 15-minute RKO Pathé Pictures newsreel. Microfilm spools condensed the contents of a Sears Roebuck catalog, dictionary, almanac, and other texts. This first modern time capsule was followed in 1965 by a second capsule at the same site, but 10 feet to the north of the original. Both capsules are buried 50 feet below Flushing Meadows Park, site of the Fair. Both the 1939 and 1965 Westinghouse Time Capsules are meant to be opened in 6939. More recently, in 1985, Westinghouse created a smaller, Plexiglass shell to be buried beneath the New York Marriott Marquis hotel, in the heart of New York's theater district. However, this time capsule was never put in place. The Crypt of Civilization (1936) at Oglethorpe University, intended to be opened in 8113, is generally regarded as the first modern time capsule, although it was not called one at the time. George Edward Pendray is responsible for coining the term "time capsule." During the socialist period in the USSR, many time capsules were buried with messages to a future communist society. Currently, four time capsules are "buried" in space. The two Pioneer Plaques and the two Voyager Golden Records have been attached to spacecraft for the possible benefit of spacefarers in the distant future. A fifth time capsule, the KEO satellite, was scheduled to be launched in 2015-16. However, it has been delayed several times and an actual launch date has not been given. After launch, it will carry individual messages from Earth's inhabitants addressed to earthlings around the year 52,000, when it is due to return to Earth. The International Time Capsule Society was created to maintain a global database of all existing time capsules. It is widely debated when time capsules were first used but current evidence shows it was used as early as 1876, however the principle is fairly simple and the idea and first use of time capsules could be much older than we currently know. In 2014, a Revolutionary-era time capsule was found at the Massachusetts State House dating to 1795 and credited to Samuel Adams and Paul Revere. It was previously opened in 1855 with some contents added.
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A pyramid scheme is a business model where a few top-level members recruit newer members, who pay upfront costs up the chain, to those who enrolled them. As newer members in turn recruit underlings of their own, a portion of the subsequent fees they receive is also kicked up the chain. Often called "pyramid scams," these operations are illegal in some countries. How Pyramid Schemes Work: Pyramid schemes are so named because they resemble a pyramid structure, starting with a single point on top, that becomes progressively wider toward the bottom According to the hard-sell pitches made at recruitment events, those bold enough to take the pyramid plunge will theoretically receive substantial cash from the recruits below them. But in practice, the prospective member pools tend to dry up over time. And by the time a pyramid scheme invariably shuts down, the top-level operatives walk away with loads of cash, while the majority of lower-level members leave empty-handed. It should be noted that because pyramid schemes heavily rely on fees from new recruits, the vast majority do not involve the sale of actual products or services with any intrinsic value. Types Of Pyramid Schemes: Different forms of pyramid schemes exist which can be broadly classified as follows: Multi-Level Marketing Pyramid Scheme: Multi-level marketing (MLM) is a legal business practice, but unlike traditional pyramid schemes, this model involves the sale of actual goods or services. But participants are not mandated to close any sales, in order to generate income by recruiting members below them. Some MLMs are nearly indistinguishable from pyramid schemes because they involve the sale of printed materials that have no real value, such as educational courses. These MLM schemes thrive by forcing recruits to buy such no-value products at high costs, and by making them sell these same products to next generational members. Chain Emails: Chain emails persuade naive recipients to donate chunks of money to everyone listed within the email. After making the donations, the donor is invited to delete the first name on the list and replace it with his own, before forwarding the chain along to his own group of contacts, with hopes that one or more of them will send cash his way. In theory, recipients keep collecting donations until their name is deleted from the list. Ponzi Schemes: Ponzi schemes are investment cons which work on the premise of "Robbing Peter to pay Paul." They may not necessarily adopt a pyramid scheme's hierarchical structure, but they do promise high returns to existing investors by taking investment money from new blood. Often lured by the prospect of too-good-to-be-true returns, most Ponzi participants end up losing everything. Investment advisor Bernard Madoff, arguably the most notorious Ponzi scheme artist, was sentenced to 150 years in prison for operating a multibillion-dollar illegal operation.1 An Example Of A True Pyramid Scheme: In 2008, a massive pyramid scheme swept through Canada, promising citizens a chance to get rich by selling low-cost travel club membership plans. To qualify, applicant "sellers" were first required to purchase memberships for themselves, at a costly $3,200 price tag. More than 2,000 folks brought out their checkbooks, as they were promised $5,000 for each similar membership they sold. However, profits could only be realized when applicant members accumulated $100,000 in sales, which entailed selling at least 20 membership plans. But this proved virtually impossible in a downward economy, where people fiercely clung to their money. Consequently, aggrieved investors filed a class-action lawsuit, resulting in the return of their money, and the dismantling of the scheme. How The Pyramid Tumbles: Pyramid schemes are viable as long as the lowest levels remain wider than the upper ones. But once the lowest levels shrink, the entire structure collapses. By nature of exponential math, it's just plain impossible for pyramids to sustain forever, and somewhere in the chain, people will invariably lose their money. Interestingly, even high-level early adopters may lose money near the end, due to conditions that delay their payments from underlings, which often require waiting periods. The Bottom Line: Pyramid schemes are illegal in many countries. The model of profiting by using the network effect often traps individuals into recruiting their acquaintances, which can feel slimy for everyone involved and can ultimately strain relationships. Investors should exercise caution with such schemes or simply avoid them altogether. The BJJ ranking system is used to signify a practitioner’s increasing levels of skill. They are awarded to the practitioner and must be earned through countless hours of hard work and determination. Derived from a similar system as that of Japanese Judo, the BJJ system has evolved into it’s own ranking criteria. It has minor diffreneces than Judo especially when ranking youth practitioners and incorporating stripes to the belt. A belt ranking system was created in 1907 when Kano Jigoro, the founder of Judo, introduced the use of belts and GI's in the martial arts, replacing the practice of training in formal kimonos. In 1914, Kano’s pupil Mitsuyo Maeda arrived in Brazil, a journey which led to the development of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. At the time Kano used only white and black belts, with white representing the beginner, as a color of purity and simplicity, and black being the opposite, representing one who is filled with knowledge. Some believe that Mikonosuke Kawaishi, a Japanese master of judo and jujutsu, was the first to introduce additional colors in 1935 when he began teaching Judo in Paris, 10 years after Carlos Gracie opened his academy in Brazil. Kawaishi thought that a more structured system of colored belts would provide the western student with visible rewards to show progress, increasing motivation and retention. Since then, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo and many other martial arts have adopted the use of colored belts to denote students’ progression in the arts. White Belt: The first belt in BJJ and symbolizes the practitioner’s purity and lack on knowledge in the art. The rank is held by any practitioner new to the art and has no prerequisite. Some instructors and other high-level practitioners think that a white belt training should emphasize escapes and defensive positioning since a white belt will often fight from inferior positions, especially when training with more experienced practitioners. Blue Belt: Blue belt is the second adult rank in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. At the blue belt level students gain technical knowledge of BJJ and undertake countless hours of mat-time to learn how to implement these moves efficiently. Blue belt is often the rank at which the student learns a large number of techniques. Purple Belt: Purple belt is the intermediate adult ranking in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. The purple belt level practitioner has gained a large amount of knowledge, and purple belts are generally considered qualified to instruct lower ranked students. In other martial arts, students with a similar amount of experience would often be ranked as a black (instructor) level belt. Brown Belt: Aside from the exceptional belts awarded at the highest levels (Black and Red), brown belt is the highest ranking color belt. Brown belt typically requires at least five years of training to achieve. It is often thought of as a time for refining techniques. Black Belt: The highest common belt within Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, denoting an expert level of technical and practical skill. Estimates of the time required to achieve the rank vary, but all holders of this rank have thousands of hours of experience. The dream of many practitioners, a black belt should be more of a beginning than the end of a journey. Coral Belt: When a black belt reaches the seventh and eighth degree, he or she is awarded an alternating red-and-black belt similar to the one earned at the sixth degree in Judo. This belt is commonly known as the coral belt. Coral belts are very experienced practitioners, most of whom have made a large impact on Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and are often addressed within the art by the title master. Red Belt: The ultimate in BJJ. According to the Gracies, the belt is reserved “for those whose influence and fame takes them to the pinnacle of the art”. It is awarded in lieu of a ninth and tenth degree black belt. If a practitioner receives his or her black belt at 19 years old, the earliest they could expect to receive a ninth degree red belt would be at the age of 67. Brazilian jiu-jitsu red belt holders are often addressed within the art by the title grandmaster. Stripes: In addition to the belt system, many academies award stripes as a form of intra-belt recognition of progress and skill. The cumulative number of stripes earned serves as an indication of the student’s skill level relative to others within the same belt rank. Stripes are only used for ranks prior to black belt. After black belt is achieved, the markings are known as degrees and are awarded formally. Time-in-grade and skill level are both important factors. Bogey: Bogey was the first stroke system, developed in England at the end of the 19th Century. The full history is given in Robert Browning's History of Golf 1955. In 1890 Hugh Rotherham Secretary of the Coventry Golf Club conceived the idea of standardizing the number of shots at each hole that a good golfer should take, which he called the 'ground score.' Dr. Browne, Secretary of the Great Yarmouth Club, adopted the idea, and, with the assent of the club's golfers, this style of competition was introduced there for use in match play. A 'bogle' was a Scottish goblin as far back as the 16th Century and a Bogey-man was a widely used term for a goblin or devil. Golfers of the time considered they were playing a Mister Bogey when measuring themselves against the bogey score. This allowed the introduction of bogey competitions, which we would call handicap competitions or stable-fords. In 1892, Colonel Seely-Vidal, the Hon Secretary of the United Services Club at Gosport, also worked out the 'bogey' for his course. The United Club was a services club and all the members had a military rank. They could not measure themselves against a 'Mister' Bogey or have him as a member, so 'he' was given the honorary rank of Colonel. Thus the term 'Colonel Bogey' was born. Later, in the middle of 20th century, bogey was used as the term of one above par. Par: Par is derived from the stock exchange term that a stock may be above or below its normal or 'par' figure. In 1870, AH Doleman, a golf writer, asked the golf professionals David Strath and James Anderson, what score would win 'The Belt', then the winning trophy for 'The Open', at Prestwick, where it was first held annually from 1861 to 1870. Strath and Anderson said that perfect play should produce a score of 49 for Prestwick's twelve holes. Doleman called this 'par' for Prestwick and subsequently Tom Morris won with a score of two strokes 'over par' for the three rounds of 36 holes. Although the first noted use of the word "par" in golf was in Britain and predates the bogey, today's rating system does not and the par standard was not further developed until later. It was the Ladies Golf Association, who, from 1893, began to develop a national handicapping system for women. It was largely in place by the end of the Century. The Men's association, founded in 1894, followed suit a few year's later. As golf developed, scores were coming down, but many old British courses did not adjust their courses or their bogey scores, which meant good golfers and all the professionals were achieving lower than a bogey score. This meant the US had an up-to-date national standard of distances for holes, while the British bogey ratings were determined by each club and were no longer appropriate for professionals. The Americans began referring to one over par as a bogey, much to the British chagrin. By 1914, British golf magazines were agitating for a ratings system similar to the US. However the Great War 1914-18 intervened and it was not until 1925 that a Golf Unions' Joint Advisory Committee of the British Isles was formed to assign Standard Scratch Scores (SSS), to golf courses in Great Britain and Ireland. Today, this committee is known as the Council of National Golf Unions (CONGU). It is the Golf Unions of each country (and not the Royal and Ancient) who determine pars and handicaps. Birdie: Birdie, meaning a score of one stroke under Par, comes from the early 20th century American slang term "bird", meaning anything excellent. The September 1911 edition of Maclean Magazine described a golf shot as - bird straight down the course, about two hundred and fifteen yards. The Country Club in Atlantic City lay claim to the first use of the word 'birdie' itself, as mentioned on the USGA website. In 1962 the US greenkeepers' magazine reported a conversation with AB Smith. He recounted that, in 1898/9, he and his brother, William P. Smith, and their friend, George Crump, who later built Pine Valley, were playing the par-four second hole at Atlantic City, when Ab Smith's second shot went within inches of the hole. Smith said "That was a bird of shot" and claimed he should get double money if he won with one under par, which was agreed. He duly holed his putt to win with one under par and the three of them thereafter referred to such a score as a "birdie". The Atlantic City Club date the event to 1903. Eagle: Eagle, a score of two under par for a given hole, was clearly the extension of the theme of birds for good scores from a "birdie". It would be natural for American golfers to think of the eagle, which is their national symbol and the term seems to have developed only shortly after the 'birdie'. By 1919 the term was being introduced to Britain, as when HD Gaunt's explained the use of 'birdie' and 'eagle' that he met in Canada. For many years, eagle was always introduced as American terms, as in 1922 when Cecil (Cecilia) Leitch described a putt for a 3 on a par-5 hole as 'securing what is known in American golfing parlance as an "eagle"' (Golf XII 1922 p 202). Albatross: Albatross is the term for three under par and is a continuation of the birdie and eagle theme, but is in fact a British term. Ab Smith said his group used the phrase 'double eagle' for three under, which is still the term most Americans and the name for their Double Eagle Club (membership by invitation only). Three under par is a very rare score and an albatross is a very rare bird. The exact origin is unclear but the first known reference in 1929 indicates that it had been in use for some time before then. John G Ridland, who scored an 'albatross' in India in 1934, theorized that it was the introduction of steel shafted clubs in 1920s which made this score common enough to necessitate a name for it. The first ‘albatross’ score reported as such in the press is from South Africa when E E Wooler scored a hole-in-one in the summer of 1931 on the 18th hole of the Durban Country Club which is a par-4. The Whaup & Double Bogeys: No standard terms for 2 or 3 or more over Par have emerged. They are just double and triple Bogeys. Depending upon how good you are, anything over 7, 8 or 9 will be a ‘Blow-up’ or a ‘Disaster’. Joyce Wethered once suggested that a hole-in-one should be called a Curlew, known in Scottish as a 'Whaup', which, though fitting, did not catch on. A locking differential (diff lock) can give your vehicle the boost it needs when caught in tricky, off road situations. Knowing how and when to employ the diff lock will enable you to traverse difficult terrains with ease, helping you get more from your off road vehicle. Read on to learn what differential lock is, why it’s important and how to use your locking diff when driving. WHAT IS DIFF LOCK? The four wheels on your 4X4 need to be able to run at different speeds, to enable your vehicle to turn corners efficiently. As such, all powered axles - front and rear in a 4WD - have a differential. This differential will direct power to the wheel that is easiest to rotate - providing different power to each wheel according to its needs. Cars only have one differential, but 4X4 vehicles can have up to three differentials - front, center and rear. A differential lock secures this differential in place, making all the wheels on the axle move at the same speed. This pushes equal power through to all wheels, which is needed when handling difficult terrain. WHY IS THE DIFF LOCK IMPORTANT? The diff lock forces all wheels to spin at the same speed, regardless of traction. This is helpful if you encounter difficult terrain and one or more wheels leave the ground, as full power remains on the other wheels ensuring you are still moving in the direction of travel. For example, let’s say you are driving over rocky terrain and one of your wheels leaves the ground. This may be the wheel that has the most driving power, leaving the other three wheels struggling to get enough traction to push the vehicle forward. A locking differential ensures that maximum power is put into all wheels, providing a much needed boost to your forward propulsion. Therefore, your differential lock provides a traction control system and is a key component to preventing wheel spin, which can prove a life saver in treacherous driving conditions, such as snow, ice or mud. HOW TO USE THE DIFF LOCK WHEN DRIVING: First, a diff lock should not be engaged for on road driving, unless weather conditions such as snow or ice mean that extra traction is required. Use your locking differential when you want to go off road, for driving on difficult terrain, such as dirt, gravel, mud or snow. You will only need to engage your locking differential when you need extra traction, so you may only use it for a few moments on each off road adventure. There are two types of locking differentials - automatic and manual. Automatic diff locks will engage automatically when traction is lost. The diff lock will release once traction has been regained. Some automatic locking diffs will only disengage once one wheel is required to spin faster than the others. Manual diff locks put the driver in control, enabling them to decide when and if extra traction is required. There are various types of manual diff locks, most of which are worked using a switch on the dashboard or gearstick. These either work with compressed air, an electromagnet or are cable-operated. When your differential is locked, your vehicle will want to drive in a straight line, making corners difficult. Listen to your vehicle and do not put undue stress on it, otherwise you could cause serious damage to the axles. Off road enthusiasts differ on opinion as to which of the potential three diff locks (front, rear or central) works best, and while a rear locking differential seems to be favored, you will find your own system as you take to the tracks. Once you have mastered your differential lock, traversing off road will get a whole lot more exciting, as you will be able to take on more challenging tracks and difficult terrains. Centrists don't have party lines. Centrists believe that solutions are more important than bias. While there is no set rule for what a Centrist is, there are some generally accepted guidelines that seem to depict the Centrist mode of thought. Centrism is a political ideology based on reason and pragmatism considerate of short and long term thinking - Centrism is not defined by compromise or moderation, it is considerate of them. Centrism is about achieving common sense solutions that appropriately address current and future needs; support the public trust; and serve the common good with consideration of risk and capacity in context of these needs. Some Points: ★ Centrism is not about doing what is popular; it is about doing what is right. ★ Centrism is not moderate but rather supports strength, tradition, open mindedness and policy based on evidence not ideology. ★ Centrism is not about compromise but rather allows for it as reasonable. ★ Considerate of traditional values and new ideas in the context of evolving needs: they have more practical views toward politics and relationships than some people. ★ Favourable to or respectful of individual rights and freedoms in the context of community needs: centrist citizenship and governance laws. (In a political context); favouring reasonable individual liberty and regulation in political and social reform: a centrist republican democracy. (of education); concerned mainly with broadening a person's general knowledge and experience, as well as scientific, technical or professional training. (esp. of an interpretation of a law) well reasoned, construed or understood; considerate of context and precedence but not strictly literal or exact : they could have given the 1968 Act a more centrist interpretation. ★ Centrists are independent thinkers. They gauge situations based on context and reason, consideration and probability. They are open-minded and exercise conviction. Willing to fight for reason as opposed to ideology. ★ Centrism is not a belief. It is an open book to an unfolding situation. This does not mean it is moderate, but that it is considerate of changing circumstances that may require reconsideration based on the intelligence available, and reason itself. ★ Centrists are independent. ★ Centrists argue based on reason and context to define relevance of a given point. ★ Centrists tend to be pragmatic and avoid extremes whenever possible. Of course an extreme may be a required action so luckily Centrists tend to exercise reason in application. ★ Centrists tend to dislike special interest influence and unfair practices. They don’t appreciate spin from candidates or news organizations. ★ Centrists tend to believe that if we dealt with the facts and concentrated on working together we could fix a lot more problems than two polar opposite parties constantly embattled in their own agendas and ideologies. ★ Centrists seek accountability in governance. ★ Honour & Integrity - Centrists tend to believe that political spin erodes the integrity of the vote and certainly that of the politician. Candidates: ★ To honour the electorate candidates should be motivated by the strength of their reasoning and the wisdom to know that convictions are merely perspectives based on current understanding and circumstance; and that learning is key to future solutions. ★ Honour in intention: means not just being honest, but to be honourable. Not just saying "I did" or "did not" say "that" but "I mean "this" or "that". America is tired of being misled by politicians that handily word craft their way in and out of positions and rely on popularity polls to figure out what they need to say next, in order to pander to some special interest, or get more votes. What Centrists Are Not: ★ Centrists are not moderate. ★ Moderation has more in kind with compromise than working toward the best solution. The reality of modern politics is that compromise is the status quo. This leads to policy that is not based on pragmatism but rather on the needs of compromised points of view. ★ The goal is not compromise, but rather pragmatism based on reasonable considerations, short and long-term. In other words, decisions and policies based on the best answer, not the compromise between two flawed perspectives that are ideologically opposed. ★ When necessary, compromise, but fight for reason and present the case to bring others closer to the most pragmatic solution or policy. What Is CBD (Cannabidiol Oil)? Cannabidiol or CBD is a natural ingredient found in hemp and cannabis. In recent years, this ingredient has been at the forefront of many exciting scientific studies and investigated for its huge range of effects and applications. CBD has a high degree of medicinal value and it is not psychoactive at all - in other words, it’s impossible to get ‘high’ from usage. Scientific and clinical studies indicate that CBD is effective in easing symptoms of a wide range of conditions such as diabetes, epilepsy, PTSD, rheumatoid arthritis and neurological disorders. CBD has demonstrated neuro-protective effects, and its anti-cancer potential is currently being explored at several academic research centres around the world. CBD is both anti-proliferative (retard’s the spread of cells) and tumor reducing whilst at the same time having analgesic, anti-inflammatory and anti-anxiolytic effects. This is essential in cancer treatment for pain, inflammation and anxiety. THC and CBD work synergistically with each other in the elimination of cancer. Cannabidiol (CBD) is just one of over 85 cannabinoids presently identified in the cannabis plant and is the second most abundant cannabinoid in marijuana after THC. In hemp, however, THC is only present in trace amounts, while CBD dominates the plant’s makeup. CBD interacts with our naturally occurring systems, but is non-psychotropic, it doesn’t cause a high. This makes it a safer, less controversial alternative, while still offering significant health benefits. What Are The Effects Of CBD? CBD interacts with the body through the endogenous cannabinoid system (ECS) or endocannabinoid system. First discovered in the late 1980’s, the endocannabinoid system regulates the body’s homeostasis, or general state of balance, impacting such functions as mood, sleep, appetite, hormone regulation, and pain and immune response. Like an acrobat on a high wire, as the environment around us impacts our normal balance, the endocannabinoid system “corrects” by mediating our body’s reaction to keep us level. More On The Endocannabinoid System: Found in all mammals, the endocannabinoid system is found in all mammals, and is made up of millions of cannabinoid receptor sites located primarily throughout the brain and central nervous system (CB1 receptors) and immune system (CB2 receptors) that act in neural communication. However, the endocannabinoid system doesn’t simply rely on plant-based cannabinoids, or phytocannabinoids. The human body is capable of making its own cannabinoids. Similar in function to CBD, Anandamide and 2-AG are the body’s own endocannabinoid’s, created to control communication between cells, mediating your body’s functions. It’s clear that the endocannabinoid system is one of the most important regulatory systems in the human body, but most people do very little to support the health of this system, because cannabinoids have not been part of the average diet. What Are The Health Benefits Of CBD? In addition to positively affecting the endocannabinoid system, CBD has been the focus of more than 23,000 published studies about cannabinoids in relation to various medical indications including anxiety, epilepsy, inflammation, cancer and chronic pain to name few. CBD Oil & Properties: Cannabis is renowned for its active substance THC (Delta 9-Tetrahydrocannabinol), which is responsible for the psychoactive effect known as ‘getting high’ or ‘stoned’. However, THC is just one of the cannabinoids which have significant healing properties. CBD (Cannabidiol) has the widest range of healing properties as you can see in the table displayed. Scientific studies have shown that CBD has a significant effect on neurological and physiological disorders, such as: ★ Antibiotic-resistant infections ★ Anxiety attacks ★ ADHD & ADD ★ Cancer ★ Chronic pain ★ Depression ★ Diabetes ★ Epilepsy ★ Fibromyalgia ★ Immune-suppressive ★ Migraines ★ MS (Multiple Sclerosis) ★ PTSD ★ Rheumatoid arthritis ★ Stress ★ Spasm ★ Vascular and muscle relaxing Does/Can CBD Make You High? No, CBD does not elicit a high feeling. The naturally low-THC hemp plant, a non-psychoactive of cannabis, grown in many countries around the world and imported into the United States for use in textiles, building materials, and of course nutritional supplements and foods. There are thousands of unique varieties of hemp. The cultivars used for CBD oil contain significantly higher concentrations of CBD than others. Using these uniquely potent plants, it is possible to extract cannabis oil that contains significant levels of cannabidiol, as well as essential vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, terpenes, flavonoids, and other non-psychoactive cannabinoids. CBD hemp oil is also significantly different than the hemp seeds or organic hemp oil you commonly find in grocery stores. Derived only from hemp seeds, hemp seed oil is a great nutritional supplement, containing many vitamins and minerals and other healthy constituents, but it does not contain cannabidiol. Now that families, legislators, scientists, and more are becoming aware of the potential of cannabidiol, hemp CBD oil presents a game changing solution in the supplement marketplace, providing all the benefits CBD, without the high of marijuana, that thousands of people already count on every day. What Are The Differences Of CBD & THC? Cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) are the two most prominent cannabinoids found in Cannabis, the plant genus that includes both hemp and marijuana. While there are over 100 different cannabinoids so far identified in cannabis by scientists, CBD and THC are by far the most extensively studied and best understood. Does CBD Have Side Effects? While there have been some reports of dry mouth, low blood pressure and drowsiness, the health information site reports. A research review investigating CBD side effects and safety found that CBD had no adverse physiological effect on the following: ★ Blood pressure ★ Heart rate ★ Body temperature ★ Glucose levels ★ pH levels ★ Exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the lungs and bloodstream ★ Red blood cell volume ★ Time it takes for food to leave stomach and travel through the intestines ★ Vomiting action ★ Body temperature ★ Potassium and sodium levels Is It Safe To Take CBD? Yes, CBD is considered to be safe and non-toxic for humans to take, even at high amounts. A research paper titled Safety and side effects of cannabidiol explored this subject. Differences Between All The Different Kinds Of CBD Oil: There are three main types of CBD oil that just about all CBD oil products fit into.
These three types of CBD oil are common throughout the market of CBD hemp oil and becoming clear on what each of them means can make for a better CBD oil experience. Let’s take a closer look at each of these types of CBD oil in detail. 1. RAW: This oil is typically purchased by people who are looking to get CBD oil with all the other compounds that exist in hemp as well as CBD. You will commonly see people buying this oil who suffer from anxiety issues, insomnia and other mild to moderate issues. Raw CBD oil is exactly what it sounds like "raw". Raw CBD oil will not be processed any further than its original extraction and will contain other compounds in it such as small plant material (microscopic small), lipids (fats) chlorophyll, and terpenes among other things as it has not been filtered. The color of this oil will usually be dark green to black and have a thick consistency. Raw will usually be the product of choice for people looking to benefit from the use of the entire hemp plant and not necessarily just cannabidiol. Raw CBD oil still has the ability to have multiple percentages of CBD. Raw or unfiltered non-decarboxylated versions of CBD oil will always be the cheapest option as it has not been processed any further than the original extraction. Raw CBD oil typically contains a lower percentage of CBD (cannabidiol) by volume than the Decarboxylated or filtered (Gold) versions. 2. Decarboxylated: This oil is commonly bought by people who are making their own CBD edibles and have moderate anxiety problems as well as insomnia, arthritis and migraines. Decarboxylated is similar to “raw” except it has been “decarboxylated”. The process of decarboxylation is seen as a way to up the strength or effectiveness of the CBD in the CBD oil and offers a faster reaction time for the CBD oil once it’s in your body. You can think of decarboxylated CBD oil as getting more bang per mg of CBD. Basically decarboxylation will turn CBDA into CBD which is a non acid molecule that will better fit your CBD receptors and be more "active" within your body. Decarboxylation is commonly referred to as “activated” which can leave the impression that CBD that has not been decarboxylated will not have benefits because it is not “active”, but this is not the case, it will just simply be received less easily by your body than decarboxylated CBD. The decarboxylated form of CBD oil will typically be dark green to black with a thick consistency at room temperature. 3. CBD Gold Oil – Filtered: Once the impurities have been filtered out, CBD oil changes from its “raw” dark green to a light golden color. “Gold” is the name of choice given by CBD oil manufactures when referring to a CBD oil that has undergone both the decarboxylation and filtration processes. To conclude, CBD gold oil typically represents products that have the highest and purest concentrations of CBD in the oil. CBD gold oil can thus be likened to a good cognac which has been triple distilled. It is considered to be the cream of the crop and will have the greatest number of medicinal applications. The five blood pressure ranges as recognized by the American Heart Association are: ⭐ Normal: Blood pressure numbers of less than 120/80 mm Hg are considered within the normal range. If your results fall into this category, stick with heart-healthy habits like following a balanced diet and getting regular exercise. ⭐ Elevated: Elevated blood pressure is when readings consistently range from 120-129 systolic and less than 80 mm Hg diastolic. People with elevated blood pressure are likely to develop high blood pressure unless steps are taken to control the condition. ⭐ Hypertension Stage 1: Hypertension Stage 1 is when blood pressure consistently ranges from 130-139 systolic or 80-89 mm Hg diastolic. At this stage of high blood pressure, doctors are likely to prescribe lifestyle changes and may consider adding blood pressure medication based on your risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), such as heart attack or stroke. ⭐ Hypertension Stage 2: Hypertension Stage 2 is when blood pressure consistently ranges at 140/90 mm Hg or higher. At this stage of high blood pressure, doctors are likely to prescribe a combination of blood pressure medications and lifestyle changes. ⭐ Hypertensive Crisis: This stage of high blood pressure requires medical attention. If your blood pressure readings suddenly exceed 180/120 mm Hg, wait five minutes and then test your blood pressure again. If your readings are still unusually high, contact your doctor immediately. You could be experiencing a hypertensive crisis. If your blood pressure is higher than 180/120 mm Hg and you are experiencing signs of possible organ damage such as chest pain, shortness of breath, back pain, numbness/weakness, change in vision or difficulty speaking, do not wait to see if your pressure comes down on its own. Your blood pressure numbers and what they mean - Your blood pressure is recorded as two numbers:
Which Number Is More Important? Typically, more attention is given to systolic blood pressure (the first number) as a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease for people over 50. In most people, systolic blood pressure rises steadily with age due to the increasing stiffness of large arteries, long-term buildup of plaque and an increased incidence of cardiac and vascular disease. However, either an elevated systolic or an elevated diastolic blood pressure reading may be used to make a diagnosis of high blood pressure. According to recent studies, the risk of death from ischemic heart disease and stroke doubles with every 20 mm Hg systolic or 10 mm Hg diastolic increase among people from age 40 to 89. Why Blood Pressure Is Measured In mm Hg: The abbreviation mm Hg means millimeters of mercury. Mercury was used in the first accurate pressure gauges and is still used in medicine today as the standard unit of measurement for pressure. Taking your pulse versus checking your blood pressure - While both are indications of health, blood pressure and heart rate (pulse) are two separate measurements. What Is Beard Oil? Beard oil is a 100% all natural type of oil that is mixed together from various different plant & herb extracts. Its main purpose is to moisturize facial hair and the skin beneath, promoting healthy skin & hair and a boost in growth. Some oils combat eczema and a lack of various types of vitamins. Beard oil is hydrating to the skin and helps soften and tame beard hair, which means it also does double-duty as a styling agent & a cologne. Beard oils should be applied first thing in the morning after showering or cleansing. This way, your hair follicles and pores are open and can easily absorb the oil. Caring for skin, particularly cleansing and moisturization is crucial, especially if you live in a cold or dry climate. Colder the climate the less you use, warmer and dryer the climate the more you would use. Not only does it make your hair smell great but also prevents split ends, hence it keeping your beard tame and not too wild and scruffy. To Consider: Why not just use a moisturizer instead of beard oils? Most lotions are actually watered-down oils, which allows the growth of bacteria and causes the oils to go rancid without some type of added preservatives. Beard oils lock in moisture and help protect the skin against environmental effects, while delivering a potent dose of nutrients. Quality oils can help to rebalance your skin’s own oil production. It’s a sort of fight-fire-with-fire situation - oils can make your skin less oily. If you’re concerned about an ingredient, Google it with the word 'comedogenic.' If it contains a pore-clogging ingredient, don’t buy it. Chemicals? Other aspect to note in comparison to beard oils is how many pharmaceutical agents are added to every day lotions, at least with beard oils they are 100% organic and all natural, there isn't that worry about using oils that may harm you or not. Shampoo/Conditioners: Just because you use oils doesn't mean you stop washing your beard with other products, find organic shampoos and conditioners and make sure you keep your beard hair as clean as the rest of your body hair. Help the oils do their work. Benefits of Beard Oils: From beardruff to beard itch, and the general texture of how your beard feels, the benefits are far and wide it's important to understand the composition of beard oil and what exactly these ingredients do when applied to your beard. To understand the benefits of beard oils, you must understand the ingredients within the bottle. Any high quality beard oil is typically made up of two distinct ingredients, a carrier oil and an essential oil. In some cases, the higher end beard oils may included added ingredients like Vitamin E, which delivers key vitamins for healthy hair and skin care. Carrier oils - themselves will typically deliver many of the core benefits of any given beard oil as they make up about 90% of the actual oil. Typically derived from seeds and nuts, carrier oils are completely all natural with the most popular ones typically are jojoba (pronounced “ho-ho-ba”), argan, sweet almond, grape seed, and several others. These oils are often found in several different beauty products besides just beard oil. If you typically purchase higher end beauty or all natural products, you will see ingredients such as jojoba in shampoos, soaps, creams, lotions, etc. The reason why these oils are so vastly used in beauty products is due to them being completely all natural and having terrific hydrating/moisturizing abilities for your skin and hair follicles. Instead of using a mixture of chemicals to achieve the same hydrating effects for your skin, a decent carrier oil will deliver the same if not better moisturizing and nourishing abilities. Essential Oils - any of the more expensive beard oils will typically included several essential oils in addition to a carrier oil. Coming in several different scents ranging from citrus and lavender to sandalwood and tea tree, the options are truly limitless when trying to determine a scent for any beard oil. Traditionally speaking, the beard oils that cost more typically will contain several essential oils within the solution as essential oils are by themselves relatively pricey when compared to carrier oils. Combating The Itch: To understand why your beard is getting itchy, it's important to look at what is going on with the skin beneath your beard and how beard oil plays a role. At the root of every one of your beard follicles, you have a pair of glands called sebaceous glands. These glands are key to making sure that your beard stays well nourished. The sebaceous glands create a natural oil called sebum oil. As your beard follicle gets longer, it simply requires more and more sebum oil to coat the follicle while also keep your skin well nourished and moisturized. One important key to understand, is that no matter the length of your beard, your sebaceous glands stay the same size. Given that they are finite in size, their sebum oil production can’t effectively keep up with the demand of your beard follicle. Combating Beardruff: When you don’t use any sort of beard oil on your skin for an extended period of time and are constantly itching it due to irritation, beardruff will be born. Beardruff is essentially dandruff for your beard. Your skin is so dry that when you start to itch it, the skin begins to flake causing white specs of beardruff to show up on your shirt. Therefore if your beard is feeling a bit scraggly or straw-like, regular application of beard oil will help in making it feel much better. This regular use of beard oil will also help with the reduction of split ends occurring. If you are taking your beard growing seriously, the reduction of split ends will be good news as you won’t have to trim your beard nearly as often. In addition to the feel of your beard, the general appearance of your beard will also improve with the introduction of beard oil. The follicles of your beard will look a little bit shinier and healthier. What Is Beard Balm & Beard Wax? Beard Balm is simply a leave-in conditioner that moisturizes, conditions, softens and helps style your beard. Most beard balms contain shea butter for softening and moisturizing, sweet almond oil for conditioning and booting growth, and a protectant (such as beeswax) for sealing in moisture. Beard Wax is widely used at beard competitions to help sculpt and hold the beard in place. It also comes in different scents, but they are a little more subtle than the oil. Common ingredients for wax include, beeswax, coconut oil or shea nut butter, and scented oils. If you make the plunge to get your very own beard balm you MUST make sure that it has conditioners. Many men may think that a beard wax is the same as a beard balm. However though these two products serve completely different cases. |
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