biliopancreatic diversion http://www.artwoo.com Returned search results for biliopancreatic diversion Copyright 2008 Sat, 22 Nov 2008 11:06:20 +0000 http://www.artwoo.com/rss/biliopancreatic+diversion Weight Loss Surgery - Is Surgery For Losing Weight Worth It? http://www.artwoo.com/article/weight-loss-surgery-is-surgery-for-losing-weight-worth-it http://www.artwoo.com/article/weight-loss-surgery-is-surgery-for-losing-weight-worth-it#comments Thu, 24 Jul 2008 11:50:22 +0000 weight loss surgeryeternal weightcardiovascular diseasesvertical banded gastroplastyvbgmorbidly obesegilbert grape http://www.artwoo.com/article/weight-loss-surgery-is-surgery-for-losing-weight-worth-it eternal weight loss program, for sure you have been considering on or thinking about having a done. Weight loss surgery is not a new way towards losing weight for it has been around for sometime now. Most of the time, weight loss surgery is recommended to people who have been dieting or going on a weight loss program for so long unsuccessfully, or those people who are overweight or that they can no longer do much with and by themselves (think of 's mother), as well as heavily endorsed to people who are overweight and at the same time have health problems such as hypertension, and diabetes. In short, weight loss surgery is both a palliative (it eases any individual from suffering his weight problem) as well as management (it serves to prevent and control the hypertension from developing into something worse) and last resort.

There are a lot of weight loss surgery procedures being done, namely:

1. ()

2. Biliopancreatic Diversion

3. Extended (Distal) Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass

4. Biliopancreatic Diversion with "Doudenal Switch"

5. Gastric Bypass Roux-en-Y

6. Gastric Banding

7. Laparoscopic Procedures

These weight loss surgery procedures all do one of the two things:

a. Be a restrictive procedure designed to decrease food intake such as VBG and Biliopancreatic Diversion or

b. Make the food be incompletely digested, thus make it be poorly absorbed such that the body has no other choice but to directly excrete it as is the goal of gastric Bypass and Biliopancreatic Diversion with "Doudenal Switch".

As with any kind of surgery, these procedures are not without risks. They always have risks such as bleeding and developing complications while the procedure is being done or after it is done. However, these risks can be controlled by the doctors or surgeons, so trust in them that they will do the right thing. Another thing to consider is the cost. Of course, since it is surgery, you have to pay for a lot of stuff such as the medical bills, the doctors' fees and etcetera. There is a silver lining to this though, since there are insurance companies who will cover this type of surgical procedure (as long as you give them the right reasons) and there are doctors who give discounts, too.

More and more people have come to consider having this done while a lot more have had this done with the well known individuals such as Star Jones and Randy Jackson. As you can see, the surgical procedures really did their work well (just imagine how these two individuals used to look before they had the surgeries), thus, you can really think that having the procedure done is more than worth your money. Before going for any one of these procedures though, prepared yourself for a new you since the results can often be drastic. Be prepared, so you won't get shocked by the results.Janet Sommers is a weight loss expert who has been helping people all over the world lose weight for years. Pick up her FREE E-Course about weight loss surgery and lose 9 pounds by next week! Visit http://www.FatLossForIdiotsRevealed.com to receive the free course today!]]> Gastric Bypass Methods Of Today http://www.artwoo.com/article/gastric-bypass-methods-of-today http://www.artwoo.com/article/gastric-bypass-methods-of-today#comments Thu, 13 Sep 2007 04:25:02 +0000 roux en y gastric bypassgastric bypass surgerymorbid obesitystomachroux en ybiliopancreatic diversiongained popularity http://www.artwoo.com/article/gastric-bypass-methods-of-today gastric bypass surgery has as a solution for obesity, especially .



While there are two primary methodologies within the world of gastric bypass surgery, the original method, called the "loop" method. Having been practiced in the 1960s, this method is now commonly avoided because of better advances in research and medicine. Right now, the most common gastric bypass method is known as the Proximal, or Roux en-Y system.

As with any gastric bypass method, with Proximal, or Roux en-Y gastric bypass surgery, food intake is significantly restricted due to the mechanical limitations of the .



With this surgery, a small pouch of a stomach is created and essentially closed off from the rest of the stomach. As you take in food, it moves into this tiny pouch and then on to the `Roux limb' of the small bowel which is created during surgery. This allows the food to bypass the rest of the stomach and the first part of the small intestine. With this re-routing of the intestinal tract, the body is unable to absorb as many calories as previously done. This allows the body to lose weight at a rapid pace.



Finally, the remaining gastric bypass method is known as the . This method is used less frequently and is rather complicated. With the biliopancreatic diversion , portions of the stomach are literally removed from the GI tract.

A tiny pouch of remaining stomach is then directly connected to the end section of the small bowel. Since this method bypasses the remaining intestine there are less calories absorbed and weight loss occurs.



The gastric bypass methods used today are important advances in the field of surgical medicine and have helped thousands of people who previously suffered with obesity to lose the weight with which they struggled for years. No, it is not a quick fix, but in some cases, the gastric bypass methods are life-saving alternatives to continuing to haul around the excess pounds. For more important information on health topics sure to visit http://www.the-health-hub.com where you will find information and resources on personal health such as aches and pains, hair restoration, diet and nutrition, fitness and many other articles that you can view at http://the-health-hub.com ]]> Now You Can Keep Your Valuables Safe http://www.artwoo.com/article/now-you-can-keep-your-valuables-safe http://www.artwoo.com/article/now-you-can-keep-your-valuables-safe#comments Mon, 02 Oct 2006 22:27:09 +0000 diversion safesfireproof safeshidden safessticky fingerschicago crime commissionburglarsmoney prices http://www.artwoo.com/article/now-you-can-keep-your-valuables-safe diversion safes are the perfect place in which to hide your valuables. The has said that a burglar spends an average of 8 minutes in the victim's home. They are looking for easy items they can grab and then exit within a very short timeframe.

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The most commonly known form of obesity surgery is gastric bypass, also known as . This procedure involves removing a large portion of the stomach from itself via a stapling device. The remains of the are attached to a portion of the lower intestine.

Another well known procedure is the lap band. This is a less invasive form. The doctor places a ring with an inflatable section around the upper portion of the stomach. The ring has a tube attached to it that ends with a port that the doctor can easily access to inflate the ring and gradually reduce the stomachs capacity.

, is a more involved surgery which consists of removing two thirds of the stomach and attaching the end of the stomach to a lower portion of the . The part of the intestine which was bypassed is still attached to the duodenum and its end attached to the small intestine where food is now routed to carry to the area.

The Long Limb Gastric Bypass is similar to the above except that doctors will attach the portion of small intestine containing digestive juices further down in the intestinal tract so that the food and digestive juices have even less time to mix.

There is a form of Gastric Bypass known as the Fobi modification. A normal gastric bypass procedure is modified by the placement of a firm ring of material around the new stomach pouch.

Other types of obesity surgery are vertical banded arthroplasty (rarely used anymore), Jejuno-Ileal Bypass, and Gastric Pacing. Read more http://www.obesity-surgery.biz./sitemap.html">http://www.obesity-surgery.biz./sitemap.html and http://www.obesity-surgery.biz./obesity-surgery-biz-index.htm">http://www.obesity-surgery.biz./obesity-surgery-biz-index.htm or visit our http://www.obesity-surgery.biz.. ]]> Is Weight Loss Surgery Right For Me? http://www.artwoo.com/article/is-weight-loss-surgery-right-for-me http://www.artwoo.com/article/is-weight-loss-surgery-right-for-me#comments Tue, 21 Nov 2006 20:27:05 +0000 roux en y gastric bypassvertical banded gastroplastyadjustable gastric bandweight loss surgerynational institute of healthroux en ybody mass index http://www.artwoo.com/article/is-weight-loss-surgery-right-for-me Weight loss surgery is a rapidly developing area of medicine, and many have turned to weight loss surgery as a treatment for obesity. There are a number of different types of weight loss surgery that are offered today. Because of this fact, one needs to keep in mind that no one procedure has emerged for being "ideal" when it comes to the treatment of obesity. Each procedure has its own advantages, as well as potential problems and complications.

Types of Weight Loss Surgery Available

Today, there is a wide array of surgical procedures available for the treatment of obesity. Some of these include: Open Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Micro pouch Gastric Bypass, Long Limb Gastric Bypass, Biliopancreatic Diversion, Gastric Band, Laparoscopic Gastric Band, Laparoscopic , and the Laparoscopic Vertical Banded Gastroplasty. (Note., there are 3 gastric band types on the market today--the American by Bionterics, the Swedish band by Obtech--Johnson and Johnson and the French band by MidBand.)

You and you alone, along with some guidance from a medical professional should decide if having surgery to help with your weight problem is the right answer. Having any type of surgery does present some risks. For instance, with Gastric Bypass it is reported that up to 20% of patients have needed to have corrective surgery because of complications such as the breakdown of the staple line and abdominal hernias. In addition, patients are at risk for developing gallstones.

Considering surgery to help you with your weight loss, is a serious decision. The has developed somewhat of an outline to help in the determination. Generally if you are 100 pounds or more over your ideal weight, or have a (BMI) of 40 or higher, or if, your BMI falls between 35--40, and you have one or more of the following obesity related conditions: Diabetes, Cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, sleep apnea or degenerative joint disease, and if you've tried and failed to lose excess weight with diet and exercise, then you are a good candidate. Sanoviv provides alternative and complementary health care, obesity surgery, lap band surgery, bariatric surgery and more with advanced diagnostics and holistic procedures. Learn more and take a virtual video tour http://www.Sanoviv.com ]]> Surgery For Weight Loss: Knowing Your Options http://www.artwoo.com/article/surgery-for-weight-loss-knowing-your-options http://www.artwoo.com/article/surgery-for-weight-loss-knowing-your-options#comments Sun, 31 Dec 2006 04:27:05 +0000 weight loss surgerysurgical weight losslarge intestinessmall intestinesbody mass indexlap band surgerysurgeries http://www.artwoo.com/article/surgery-for-weight-loss-knowing-your-options weight loss surgery. There are several different types of options than works for those who are morbidly obese. The biggest advantage of having weight loss surgery is that most patients are able to lose their excess weight over a couple of years and can keep most of the weight off. In addition, weight loss surgery can also help resolve a host of health problems related to obesity.

Before having weight loss surgery, a patient must qualify. A doctor that specializes in these types of will carefully consider each patient's case before making a decision. For the most part, those who are good candidates for these types of surgeries must be considered morbidly obese.

This means that they must be at least 100 pounds or more over their normal body weight or twice their recommended . Patients who qualify for this surgery must be relatively healthy otherwise and not suffer from problems with the stomach, pancreas and intestines.

There are generally three types of weight loss surgery that are performed on overweight people. All of these surgeries either make the stomach capacity smaller by creating a new stomach pouch, or shortens the digestion tract by connecting the stomach to the and completely bypassing the .

The newer Lap-Band surgery makes a smaller stomach and is usually recommended because of the shorter recovery time and risks. In addition, the Lap-Band is often preferred because it is reversible and adjustable. Patients experience a more even paced rate of weight loss and are able to keep it off longer than with other surgical methods.

The Roux-en Y Gastric Bypass is a procedure that minimizes the amount of food that passes into the stomach. It also decreases the amount of food that is absorbed into the digestive system. The stomach is either stapled or sewn closed at the upper half creating a smaller stomach on top. The intestines are then connected to the smaller stomach and food passes directly from one are to another.

The initial advantages of this surgery are that there is rapid weight loss right after surgery. This surgery also has a higher success rate than other forms of weight loss surgery. However, the gastric bypass is often more invasive and recovery time is longer. The Vertical Banded Gastroplasty is a very similar surgery, but the stomach is stapled and the intestines are left intact.

The more extreme of the weight loss surgeries is called the Biliopancreatic Diversion. During this surgery, about three-fourths of the stomach is completely removed and the rest of the stomach is connected to the final segment of the small intestines.

There are several disadvantages to this approach including having a higher mortality rate; the dumping syndrome, more invasive and can lead to life long bone density loss and anemia. The advantages to this weight loss surgery are that it allows for larger meals and it presents patients with the greatest amount of initial weight loss. Visit http://www.Medopedia.com for information about adjustable gastric banding surgery. ]]> What Are 5 Types of Weight Loss Surgery? http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-are-5-types-of-weight-loss-surgery http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-are-5-types-of-weight-loss-surgery#comments Sat, 04 Oct 2008 13:57:36 +0000 stomach juicesweight loss surgerylap band surgerystomach pouchstaple linehealth factorsstaples http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-are-5-types-of-weight-loss-surgery Weight loss surgery is something that a lot of people are turning to because regular dieting may be impossible or very difficult for them. Why is regular dieting hard for some? Well, dieting consists of also exercising and some individuals may be unable to exercise the way they need to because of the amount of weight they are carrying, because of a physical injury or disability, or because of an illness that prevents them from doing so. Perhaps there are other that keep them from dieting the way they need to. That's when weight loss surgery becomes an option.

The different types of weight loss surgery

There are five different types of weight loss surgery that a person can opt for. Those types are:

- Vertical Banded Gastroplasty - The stomach is divided into two parts with surgical . The upper part is the smaller part so that the intake of food can be reduced. A small opening is placed between the two parts so that food can slowly move into the larger section. There is also a band placed around the opening so that it doesn't enlarge. There are some complications involving wearing of the band and the breaking down. It is rare, but may leak outside of the stomach or infection could result.

- Lap-Band Surgery - A band that is inflatable is used to divide the stomach into a smaller section and a larger section. Just with Vertical Banded Gastroplasty, a small opening allows food to make its way to the larger part of the stomach for digestion. The band is inflated by injecting saline into a valve. Saline can also be taken away. People should be around 100 pounds overweight to receive this surgery and they need to be individuals who have failed at loosing weight through other means that have been supervised by a doctor. Risks are minimal, but some side effects such as heartburn and nausea may exist.

- Roux-en- Y Gastric Bypass - This surgery is more involved in that the stomach is divided into two parts by surgical staples. However, the small is connected to the middle of the small intestine. This is so food goes directly into the small intestine. The amount of nutrients and calories that are absorbed by the body are reduced. That can have its pros and its cons. Some have been known to become nutritionally deficient. If food moves too quickly through the small intestine, "Dumping Syndrome" can occur.

- Biliopancreatic Diversion - This is a procedure that is not used in the United States because it involves removing a part of the stomach and then connecting the remainder to the end of the small intestine. Basically, the food is deposited into the colon around the area in which bile and digestive juices are still mixed with the food. This is the least frequently used method because of nutritional deficiencies.

- Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy - This is a procedure that only 15 surgeons worldwide perform. It restricts the amount of food a person can take in. There is no bypassing of the intestines, but the stomach is basically cut in half vertically rather than divided into two horizontal halves. The larger part is removed.

If you're considering surgery

If you're considering surgery, you now know of five different types of weight loss surgery, including the lap band. Yes, two of these are not performed as often as the others, but it is still good to know they exist in case these methods are available to you. Each has its pros, it's cons and each have their own risks. Be mindful of all of it.CIBO Clinic offers safe and sustainable results for weight loss surgery. The Lap Band reduces the amount of food your stomach can hold and allows you to feel fuller longer.]]> Gastric Bypass Surgery - Types And Risks http://www.artwoo.com/article/gastric-bypass-surgery-types-and-risks http://www.artwoo.com/article/gastric-bypass-surgery-types-and-risks#comments Sat, 10 Jun 2006 18:32:06 +0000 gastric bypass surgeryroux en y gastric bypassbiliopancreatic diversionstomach pouchstomach contentsroux en yduodenum http://www.artwoo.com/article/gastric-bypass-surgery-types-and-risks Gastric bypass surgery is a common form of weight loss surgery that results in outstanding weight loss with minimal side effects. But once you undergo the gastric bypass surgery procedure you have to accept lifelong changes in your diet. The post-diet of gastric bypass surgery includes an adequate intake of protein, taking vitamin and mineral supplements including multivitamin, iron and calcium, B12 and avoiding sweets and fatty foods.

Types of gastric bypass surgery

In gastric bypass surgery, the surgeon takes off a large portion of the stomach leaving behind a tiny pouch. It is this small pouch that prevents overdose of eating as it can take very less amount of food. Moreover, with large parts of your stomach and small intestine bypassed, most of the nutrients and calories in the food do not get absorbed at all. This helps the person from gaining excess weight.

There are several types of bypass surgery operations. They are:

§Roux-en-Y gastric bypass [RGB] -- this is a common surgery where a small is created by stapling part of the stomach together or by vertical banding. This reduces the amount of food to be taken. Then a Y-shaped section of the small intestine is attached to the pouch to allow food to bypass the as well as the first portion of jejunum. This causes reduced calorie and rapid nutrient absorption.

§Extensive gastric bypass [] -- in this complicated surgery, the lower portion of the stomach is removed. The small pouch that remains connected to the final segment of the small intestine completely bypasses both duodenum and jejunum.

People who undergo gastric bypass surgery always lose two-thirds of their excess weight within two years.

Risks of gastric bypass surgery

Gastric bypass surgery causes "dumping syndromes" where the move too rapidly through the small intestine. The usual symptoms of gastric bypass surgeries include weakness, sweating, fainting, nausea, diarrhea, as well as inability to eat sweets.

People who undergo this procedure are at risk of:

§Band erosion -- the band closing off part of the stomach disintegrates

§Pouch stretching -- stomach gets bigger overtime, stretching back to its normal size before surgery

§Leakage of stomach contents into the abdomen [acid can eat away other organs]

§Nutritional deficiencies causing health problems

§Breakdown of staple lines -- band and staple fall apart, reversing procedure

Gastric bypass diet

Gastric bypass diet helps the patients to drop 50% to 90% of their overall excess fats. The diet is designed to bring about significant weight loss. It basically includes foods that are high in protein and low in fat, fiber, calories, and sugar. You should have lots of vitamins and minerals. Iron, vitamin, folate and calcium are the best nutrients for patients undergoing gastric bypass surgery.

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Another area that is super hot right now is, NASCAR. One finds here replica racecars, helmets, leather jackets, etc. My dad is a big time fan of Jeff Gordon and possesses about everything that has his name or picture inscribed. If you happen to be into NASCAR check the area of sports memorabilia, you can find a product for any racer of your liking.

At times other sports collectors preserve items that are related to their individual recreational sport like golf or fishing. There are some categories that cater to everyone in general so you are sure to find something for yourself. For more information about sports collectibles, please visit our website http://www.sports-collectibles-store.com ]]> Learning Spanish Part Twenty-Three: Language Learning Versus Language Acquisition http://www.artwoo.com/article/learning-spanish-part-twenty-three-language-learning-versus-language-acquisition http://www.artwoo.com/article/learning-spanish-part-twenty-three-language-learning-versus-language-acquisition#comments Mon, 23 Jul 2007 05:15:00 +0000 second language acquisitionstephen krashenhypothesisbasket weavingimpressive track recordkeep your mouth shutaffective filter http://www.artwoo.com/article/learning-spanish-part-twenty-three-language-learning-versus-language-acquisition second language acquisition, , Ph.D, is a name that rises above the academic din that usually begins when the subject of Language Acquisition versus Language Learning is brought up. The noise becomes even more deafening when someone, such as myself, would dare to report how the theories of Dr. Krashen have affected his personal adventure in trying to achieve the highest possible degree of spoken fluency. Without at least one Ph.D under your belt, you are considered (I want to say "an idiot" but I won't) unqualified to utter the words, "I get it=85"

We live in an age that those in white coats are the final arbiters of truth. Unless you've earned your white coat, you'd best sit there with your hands folded in your non-doctorate lap and . How can you begin to understand the theories of when you don't have a Ph.D in basket weaving? (I've never been one for convention, so here goes.)

Lest I bore you with touting Dr. Krashen's academic resume and become guilty of white-coat worship myself, try Googling "Dr. Stephen Krashen" when you have nothing else better to do than sift through the over 131,000 hits. The man does have an and reputation in this field. However, critical thinking does demand that while his credentials do demand consideration, is what he proposes true and reasonably worth our time and effort to examine?

Dr. Krashen's explanation of Second Language Acquisition follows along five points:

1) the Acquisition-Learning , 2) the Monitor hypothesis, 3) the Natural Order hypothesis, 4) the Input hypothesis, 5) the hypothesis.

Perhaps I should have begun my series on Learning Spanish with this material, so bear with this diversion as I try to explain it (and all I was in college was a lowly Voice Performance Music major!).

"Language acquisition does not require extensive use of conscious grammatical rules, and does not require tedious drill." =96 Stephen Krashen

NEXT: The Acquisition-Learning hypothesis Doug Bower http://www.zyworld.com/theolog/Page1.htm ]]> Sports Apparel For Children http://www.artwoo.com/article/sports-apparel-for-children http://www.artwoo.com/article/sports-apparel-for-children#comments Sat, 27 Jan 2007 08:27:08 +0000 sports sportssports apparelsports brandssports starsadultschoicesaim http://www.artwoo.com/article/sports-apparel-for-children Sports apparel is a big market especially because more and more people are choosing to make good use of their time by getting into sports. Big are also taking part in advocacy campaigns to get more and more people, especially the youth, into sports.

Anything that has a big market has to specialize at one point or another meaning the merchandise in order for it to be easier for the consumer to choose should have certain categories. The easy way out is to have a men's line, women's line and children's line. This actually works, a family walks into a store and they each go to their area then convene at one point to consider each other's before making a final purchase.

Now back to sports. Sports are seen as a good diversion for the youth who cannot afford to get an education. Sports keep them off drugs and other vices so instead of just getting high, they give their all in winning games against peers. They might take it personally at times but the love for the game will eventually let them go back to the point of winning fair and square.

The moneyed acknowledge this and are quick to organize street ball challenges for basketball and soccer. The children and the youth are the focus so it is but a given that marketers of sports apparel for children are the same brands who sponsor such efforts and who continue to think up of ways to keep the sports mindset going.

Having sports apparel for children will give a notion to the children that they are just as important as the and that they too have varied choices perfect for their age. Children cannot force themselves to look like the adults, they do not to look professional instead they have to look cute even while aiming to score.

They can eventually move on to the more boring adult part of sports but for now let them enjoy their sports apparel which obviously usually has more colors than those for the adults.

Sports apparel for children are full of many things to spice up sports dressing. These fashionable sports attires can actually entice some of the young to get into sports. "That tennis skirt is so cute. Daddy I think I'd like try tennis." is not a bad start to commence a tennis career. Low Jeremy maintains http://Sports-Apparel.ArticlesForReprint.com. This content is provided by Low Jeremy. It may be used only in its entirety with all links included. ]]> Do You Feel Eye Strain Headache? http://www.artwoo.com/article/do-you-feel-eye-strain-headache http://www.artwoo.com/article/do-you-feel-eye-strain-headache#comments Sun, 19 Nov 2006 00:27:05 +0000 eye strain headachebeneficial changesrose waterconstantlyreading booksstop watching tvdelicate tissues http://www.artwoo.com/article/do-you-feel-eye-strain-headache constantly on the PC?

Well, this could be a case of . Most of us send daily invitation to such headaches by over exposing our eyes constantly to television, computers screens and video games. To add to the woes, pollution all around makes the matters worse.

With blurred vision, you will get headache in no time! This just means that you are creating too much strain on your eyes without giving the proper rest or the required nourishment to the and blood vessels around your eyes.

But this does not mean that you will , working on the PCs or . However you can follow certain precautions while doing these activities.

When you are working on the computer, you are observing the matter on the computer from a close fixed range. So, it is essential for you in the interest of your eyesight to take a break for two minutes after every 60 minutes. Just close your eyes; do nothing but relax. Your eyes will get the much required rest. They will recoup the normal working level again. If you are reading a novel, take regular short breaks after every 30 minutes. Just close the book and look far away in to the sky or watch the greenery. This diversion will fetch you .

When you work with your eyes from a close range a particular muscle in the eye contracts. By shifting the focus you give a breather to the muscle and the muscle recoups its original strength to be at your service again.

The load on your eyes is so heavy that the Nature has provided it the permanent masseur in the form of eyelids. Blink the eyes gently with effort a number of times. Your eyes will get the required massage.

Use pure . In the summer time especially, put a few drops of rose water into your eyes daily. Drops of pure honey are also good for the health of your eyes. With no strain there will be no cause for the eyestrain headache.

You need to train yourself in doing some of the yoga asanas and exercises specially addressed to your eyes. This is beneficial to you from all the counts. To get more info on Eye strain headache, headache relief tips, Headache Types and Headache Causes visit http://www.headacheupdates.com/migraine/ ]]> Why Boutique Design Matters http://www.artwoo.com/article/why-boutique-design-matters http://www.artwoo.com/article/why-boutique-design-matters#comments Tue, 18 Jul 2006 20:27:11 +0000 minimalist designboutique hotelscity hotelsfashion trendsboutique hotelhotel designtrend http://www.artwoo.com/article/why-boutique-design-matters boutique hotel design, and why does it matter?

There are s" rel="tag">fashion trends in just as there are in other areas. In the late eighties and through the nineties, that fashion was for clean, stark, , particularly in . This was such a diversion from the traditional way that hotels were put together that it attracted a whole new generation of travellers.

It's easy to confuse the minimalist hotel trend with the boutique hotel trend, but in fact the two are distinct. are small, individual places, that prize attention to design and detail as well as outstanding service. Survey all the hotels in the world that describe themselves as "boutique" and only a minority would fall into the minimalist class. The rest are design-led, but with a wide variety of styles that reflect their location, the buildings they occupy and the tastes of their owners.

The beauty of good design

It's often said that good design is timeless. It's also the case that good design can transform an ordinary hotel into a great one. The challenge, and ultimately the skill, is in choosing a design that works both for the owner and for the guest, and that means a number of considerations:

• The building -- a good boutique design is sympathetic to the building. Many of these hotels are in older buildings, or buildings that were never meant to be lived in. Matching the design to the form and function of the building and using its own internal and external features to shape the design usually makes for a successful conversion.

• The location -- the design of a city hotel is often very different to that of a beach hotel or a rural retreat. Including elements of the location in the design is vital if guests are to feel that the hotel is part of the experience of the location. A strong understanding of how location affects design is needed to make these hotels work.

• Individuality -- no boutique hotel is like any other. They draw on a range of influences and that is immediately apparent when you've stayed in several. Rich colours or white walls, stark furniture or cushioned comfort -- it's all up to the individuality of the owner.

Boutique design matters because it's what distinguishes these hotels from the run-of-the-mill competition. It's essential that they're all different, but that they uphold three basic principles -- creative design, attention to detail and great service. Chic Retreats is a collection of small, individual hotels around the world that offer the traveller a true taste of luxury and service. Visit our website now by clicking on http://www.chicretreats.com ]]> Choosing The Right Packaging For Video Ipods http://www.artwoo.com/article/choosing-the-right-packaging-for-video-ipods http://www.artwoo.com/article/choosing-the-right-packaging-for-video-ipods#comments Mon, 18 Dec 2006 20:27:11 +0000 neutral colorssilver streaksipodapple companyrequisite featuressophisticated imagerelevant feature http://www.artwoo.com/article/choosing-the-right-packaging-for-video-ipods Apple company has set new trends in the world of packaging. The whole idea is to not only to find ways and means of making the packaging compact but also ensuring that the cover has all the of the product for the customer to read. There has to be some cohesion between practicality and aesthetics with a subtle but fully loaded artistic touch incorporated for good measure. This requirement is also dictated by the characteristics of the product itself.

It all started with a package that was a six inch cube box and once out of the sleeve would turn into a flower. This was to reflect the company image - that of being exuberant and expressive with brisk sounds and colors. Then they went on to acquire a more mature image which they tried to promote through their packaging, their intense campaigning and the overall design of the product itself. Back then the came in basic black, which in itself, was a bit contrary as it came with an inbuilt video that automatically indicates a color reproduction, diversion and motion. The or accents on the box were indicative of the company logo and one could read the text. This look was maintained as it gave the impression of being very stylish and presented a of the new product as the color of the box matched the color of the iPod itself. Even the promotional campaigns began to reflect this new look.

The new product is different in presentation, in its image that it is trying to convey, in the technical aspects of the product itself wherein the video is a very and all this comes in with many small touches to the overall design and the presentation of the packaging.

Now the box took on a flattish square shape and its look was one which said 'I mean business'. It worked as a one-end open sleeve quite like a DVD set and concealed a box inside which was further divided into 2 parts that contained the iPod and the monolith. While it does not have a manual or a guide, it does have a CD in a PDF file that is multilingual, that is, it has instructions in English, German, French, Chinese and Japanese. It is a small quick-start guide with all the required instructions, the copyright statement and a sleeve for the protection of the iPod. It also comes equipped with a USB adaptor cable and ear buds which are so small that they need to be protected while the package is being opened. Beverly Kane is a staff writer at http://www.entertainment-digest.com and is an occasional contributor to several other websites, including http://www.theshoppinggazette.com. ]]> Why Men Might Like Chocolate Fudge http://www.artwoo.com/article/why-men-might-like-chocolate-fudge http://www.artwoo.com/article/why-men-might-like-chocolate-fudge#comments Sat, 23 Aug 2008 20:15:22 +0000 vanilla flavorschocolate womenconfectionsubstantiatedwomen and mengalsphenomena http://www.artwoo.com/article/why-men-might-like-chocolate-fudge vanilla flavors. Chocolate fudge is a great but seems to be lost to the male generations in some part. Women might have made them believe that chocolate was only for them because they wanted to make sure the guys did not take all the fudge for themselves. This might be a little insulting to women because, as we all know, the girls just love to share their chocolate fudge with others who are willing to have a good chat.

The Early Years

In the early years of fudge creation, it was only a few cents per pound. Today, some of the best selling fudge goes for $50 dollars a pound. Americans, as well as other countries have adopted the love of chocolate fudge. This means alike but more than guys. It seems that men prefer their fudge in their ice cream or with ice cream on top. The girls just go for it straight. Even when it was first created, it went from one woman's college to another and completely missed the men's dorms altogether. This, however, is also a myth but might explain the of why men do not like chocolate fudge and women do.

Creamy And Soft

Chocolate fudge is a creamy soft treat made to be rich enough to be eaten slowly but good enough to melt in your mouth. The origins of the chocolate fudge have never been as fact but it is assumed that was founded around the later part of the 19th century. No matter how it was created, it seems to be the general consensus that it was a complete mistake. It seems to have been another confectioner's recipe gone wrong. How could something that was so wrong be so right?

Coming To Be

Which ever way chocolate fudge came to be in existence, it is not one of the most popular confectioners treats sold today. You can even purchase whatever types of chocolate fudge you want by simply going on the internet. It will arrive at your door in no time at all. It can be shipped easily and does not melt along the way. The pieces will need to be separated with some sort of parchment paper of wax paper to keep them from sticking to each other.

The Debate Continues

The debate between the sexes, as to whether men like chocolate fudge more than women, will continue through the ages. It seems this mystery will haunt us for a hundred more years and still never be solved. Personally, the fact that one might like the candy more than the other just proves that this delectable fudge treat is worth fighting over and definitely fighting for. Why not stop fighting and sit down to enjoy your favorite piece of chocolate fudge delights.Tanner's Pecan is owned and operated by Danny Fox and Michelle Parks and offers great chocolate fudge. Visit Tanner's Pecans today for the best selection of chocolate fudge and Pecans.]]> Sports Betting Online http://www.artwoo.com/article/sports-betting-online http://www.artwoo.com/article/sports-betting-online#comments Thu, 16 Nov 2006 22:27:03 +0000 online sports bettingbetgreyhound racingonline bettingmassesoptedidentity theft http://www.artwoo.com/article/sports-betting-online betting is just another rapidly growing diversion in the visual community. You will bet on the sport you choose through websites on the internet. All the details of betting are stated clearly on the site itself, including the possible amount that you may get if you'll win.

These become widely patronized especially among the global . Since the globe contains a huge number of masses compared to the other two social statuses, the online sports betting is pouring a lot of money compared to Las Vegas -- the betting capital of the world.

Some of the sports that are being bet online are horse racing, , and football.

works the same with all the betting websites on the net. These businesses have grown for years. You can play with it by using a single account. Some of these websites also offer gambling online, you are just like playing at the casino and you can bet using the same account.

The players on these games should be eighteen years and above. There are lots of websites to choose from that provides secure registration, offers au-to-date adds, where you can place a bet without downloading any software, you can place your bet anytime.

Since this kind of business on the web grow rapidly, it attracts also some abusive individuals taking advantage of you. Remember that this is online, we do not know how reliable these sports betting websites. One way to determine the reliability of sports betting website is to join forums where you can inquire some of the details of this website. And the best one is to make sure that this sports betting website is registered in the where it operates.

There are also websites that are to only gather information of the person joining the game for them to use on some other purposes outside the website. The securities of the information are important to safeguard you from the increasing threat of online frauds and . But before you register, make sure to read all the information so as to avoid recurring fees. Do not overlook information you not aware of. In the Terms and Conditions page, make sure you understand it all for you to be responsible with your liability in case your account get compromised.

It is your responsibility whether you will join or not. There are lots of sports betting websites that offers free registration and offers also free points to attract newcomers. You are also not restricted; you can place your bet wherever you are; Some website are customized to suit your language and understand the things and happenings on the game, also included the cash converted to your currency, so you know how much you bet or the equivalent of your bet on your currency. But then again, as you enjoy the online sports betting, you are responsible on what might be the outcome of your transactions online. Roxel Pudol maintain the following sites: http://www.hk0.org, http://www.zz0.org, and http://www.cpayscom2online-casino.com ]]> Design Conventions: A Good Idea? http://www.artwoo.com/article/design-conventions-a-good-idea http://www.artwoo.com/article/design-conventions-a-good-idea#comments Wed, 26 Jul 2006 14:27:07 +0000 design conventionswebsites designersidentity checksimagewebsites workvirtual shoppinghtml documents http://www.artwoo.com/article/design-conventions-a-good-idea websites work, new designers should follow the established . These conventions have evolved along with the Internet, and users expect web pages to function in a certain way.

If there were only a few websites, designers could expect visitors to spend time learning how to navigate their sites. There are millions of pages on the web, however, and if visitors do not see what they have come to expect, they will find the site difficult to use and simply go somewhere else. Designers could lose significant amounts of traffic if they do not adhere to the design conventions that have already been imposed on websites. And no designer really wants to spend time on writing large help files or FAQs just to explain how to use a site. The web is a competitive place, and most of the time, visitors will simply leave a site rather than try to work through a bad design.

The design conventions for websites are simple, but they are effective. To follow these conventions, designers should ensure that their logos function as links to the home page; that clicking on a small will display a larger version of that image; that all links lead to unless they are clearly labeled as some other format (PDS, movie, etc.); that items are purchased by adding them to a cart and then taking them through a virtual checkout process. Website should always be accomplished through a system that relies on user names and passwords. These are just a few of the conventions. There are many others.

If a website does not follow these rules and conventions, visitors become annoyed, frustrated, and confused. People will leave a website in a heartbeat if it makes them work too hard to navigate it.

There are situations in which the common website design conventions may be ignored. One such situation is if a site is so unique that what it offers is worth the time to learn how to use it. When Google introduced its Gmail product, the first webmail service in the world that provided a gigabyte of storage space, an interface that utilizes Javascript to change whole pages without reloading them was included. This was a diversion from web conventions, but the site worked so well that it became popular in spite of its departure from conventional design. The site is now beginning to create new conventions of its own.

Designers should not start believing that they are more important than they actually are. The introduction of a new product or service does not mean designers can get away with adding streaming video to a page without annoying people, for example. Designers are advised to recognize the limits of their websites and work to make them as much like other websites as possible in terms of design and navigation. You can find more articles about web and graphic design by visiting http://design-advice.com. ]]> Washington Casinos http://www.artwoo.com/article/washington-casinos http://www.artwoo.com/article/washington-casinos#comments Thu, 02 Nov 2006 20:27:09 +0000 washington casinostribal casinosnative american tribesoff track bettingconvenientlyleewayslot machines http://www.artwoo.com/article/washington-casinos Washington casinos operated by local are located near highways or Washington cities. Twenty-seven Washington casinos are operated in Native American lands. All of Washington's casinos offer , roulette, blackjack, craps, and video poker. Other table games, including baccarat, poker in various forms, off-track betting, keno, and bingo are available at some casinos. The gambling age varies by casino, with some allowing gambling at eighteen, and others not until twenty-one years of age. A number of other casinos operate in Washington, as well, including card rooms, or so-called mini-casinos. There are several horse tracks in Washington, and betting is available at all of them.

Twenty-four of Washington's twenty-seven also offer an electronic form of scratch off lottery tickets. These gaming machines have a five-dollar limit and operate using cards purchased at the casino, as opposed to cash. The minimum payout on these machines is legally 75%, set by the state. Washington casinos are not legally obligated to report payouts on slot machines.

Washington casinos range from small freestanding operations to large resorts with hotels, restaurants, spas, and entertainment. Some of the Washington casinos with resorts would make a fine home base for a longer visit, allowing you to experience the natural beauty of Washington and make day trips into large urban areas for sightseeing. Las Vegas style shows and entertainment are available at some Washington casinos.

Washington's gambling laws allow for a fair amount of with regard to legal gambling in Washington casinos, as well as allowing for charitable gaming. Online gaming, however, is illegal in Washington and is a class C felony. Online horse betting is allowed in some circumstances. Free or play money online gaming remains legal. Washington casinos did not speak out on the new laws, even though they clearly stand to benefit from them.

Washington casinos can be a fun diversion or day trip for Washington residents, a great way to have a night on the town, or an interesting stop on a Washington vacation. Why, one of the several Washington casino resorts could even be a vacation in itself. Washington's gambling laws allow for fun, legal, gambling throughout the state in any of the many fine Washington casinos, so you're sure to find one you will enjoy, whether you prefer the nickel slots or high-stakes poker. This article is the property of http://www.washington-casinos.com ]]>