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10 Steps to Avoid ID Theft Published on 17/07/2008

How much information does an ID thief need to steal someone's identity? Easily found personal information such as a name, birth date, address, or a mother's maiden name can be enough for an ID thief to access someone's existing accounts or establish new loans or credit in another's name. Every day, personal information is stolen. ID thefts occur when someone shifts through a trash can or a...

How To Smoke On The Road: Finding A Smoker-Friendly Airport Published on 17/07/2008

In the past fifteen years, the premium-cigar industry found itself in rebound. After decades of competition from cigarettes, the aging of its customer base, and overall consumer trends indicating a decline in smoking in general (we'll return to this in a moment), many observers figured cigars were done for. Then came 1992. The fourth quarter of that year showed some of the first industry growth...

How Safe is Personal Online Banking? Published on 17/07/2008

As the use of the Internet continues to expand, more banks and thrifts are using the convenience and ease of the Web to offer products and services, as well as enhance communication with customers. According to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), the Internet offers the potential for safe, convenient ways to shop for financial services and conduct banking business - 24/7. However,...

Jewelry Wardrobe: Ten Jewels Every Woman Should Own Published on 17/07/2008

Few purchases in life are meant to actually last a lifetime or beyond. Fine jewelry, however, is meant to be worn, enjoyed and treasured for years to come. So just how should a woman go about building the perfect jewelry wardrobe? Many turn to the The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) to guide them through the "bauble basics." After all, the organization is one of the most trusted names...

A New Outlook on Men's Jewelry Published on 17/07/2008

These days, much cultural conversation surrounds the trends of today's well-groomed man. Sophisticated and cosmopolitan, such a gentleman appreciates the finer things in life and that includes jewelry. Therefore, it is no surprise that men's jewelry is approaching center stage in the fashion world, according to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). Jewelry design experts predict men's...

Somogyi Effect and the Dawn Phenomenon Published on 17/07/2008

Diabetes is an illness that the patient must live with the rest of their lives. The key to living with diabetes successfully is tight glycemic control, or controlling blood sugar levels. Blood sugar levels can vary from time to time depending on several factors such as stress levels, amount of food consumed, type of food consumed, amount of insulin used or insufficient insulin coverage and...

Destination: Relaxation - Making the Most of a Destination Spa Experience Published on 17/07/2008

A trip to a destination spa should be a relaxing, rejuvenating experience, but for those unsure of spa etiquette, it may anything but relaxing. Following are some tips from Spa Finder to make the most of a destination spa experience: Visiting a destination spa is joining others of like mind who are focused on improving their health through lifestyle changes and self renewal. For the...

Cigars: A Great Bachelorette Party Gift Published on 17/07/2008

Unlike many wedding customs, it's not so hard to get to the bottom of the origin of the bachelorette party. It's a fairly recent innovation, the result of the cross-breeding of the traditional bachelorette's tea with the idea of the bachelor party, with a bit of the even-more-traditional bridal shower mixed in. The idea of the bridal shower goes back, perhaps, thousands of years; experts...

Addressing the Dietary Needs of the Diabetic Published on 17/07/2008

The client who is diagnosed as a diabetic must face the challenges of restructuring their diet. A health diet and proper management can enhance their health by promoting stable glucose. The diabetic uses oral hypoglycemic agents, insulin or both must still monitor their eating habits and know what food groups to choose from to help them control their blood glucose levels. A healthy diet is...

Determining the Value and Beauty of Gemstones Published on 17/07/2008

Gemstones and gems are often referred to as precious or semi-precious stones. These attractive minerals are transformed into much sought-after jewelry or other adornments through a process of cutting and polishing. Other rocks, such as lapis-lazuli and organic materials, such as amber, are not minerals. However, they are frequently used in jewelry and often considered to be a gemstone as well....