Review
Sleep Will Help You Lose Weight
Dr. Kirby’s and his Team According to Dr. Kirby’s team, the long-term usage of certain medications leads to weight increase. causes the transformation of microorganisms. During the trials, these medications were tested on mice, and then the animals also underwent weight increase experiments.
By Velvet Helth2 years ago in BookClub
Ashes of Silent Tears
Samantha kissed Edwards's cheek and went for the shower. Edward started to organize her room. While doing it, he saw a photo frame on the bedside table. They took the picture on their first date five years ago. A placid smile played on Edwards's face that indicates pure satisfaction.
By Amber Monsoon2 years ago in BookClub
Top 4 Nutritional Products for Losing Weight
Diet culture makes us feel that the only way to lose weight is to binge on a lot of fancy "superfoods," and food is only healthy if it is carb-free, gluten-free, or even better, dairy-free. Such is not the case, since most individuals can't precisely make such diets work properly for themselves. You are likely considerably better off investing your efforts in consuming more of the correct meals to help you lose that weight. We chatted with two nutritionists to obtain their choices for things to put in your shopping basket to achieve exactly that. These nine meals contain full fiber and protein yet are lower in calories—a combination that makes it easier to lose weight without feeling deprived. Read on for these choices from nutritionists.
By Velvet Helth2 years ago in BookClub
4 Steps to Understanding and Applying Atomic Habits
Whether it's personal, business, or relationships, improvement is the ideal that drives us forward. James Clear’s Atomic Habits breaks down improvement to a science. Introducing readers to profound insights and useful formulas to help you spot your issues and systematically reverse them. With over a million copies sold it's got to have some value, so let's break it down.
By Happi Hydra: Books & Games 2 years ago in BookClub
How To Make Learning As Addictive As Social Media
Education in poor counties like Sudan, Afghanistan and many more often creates inequality, as wealthier people can afford a good education, while poorer people struggle to learn basic skills like reading and writing. I was lucky, though, because even though I didn’t grow up wealthy, I pushed myself to the limits and worked harder as I ever could, allowing me to come to the U.S. for college and later earn a PhD in computer science. About 10 years ago, some people were deciding on how to work on making education accessible to everyone, including myself. At the time, I was a professor at Carnegie Mellon, and I started thinking with my PhD student, Gerrard, about how we could achieve this. We initially considered teaching subjects like math or computer science but eventually decided on foreign languages, especially English. Why? Because about two billion people worldwide are learning a foreign language, and most of them are learning English, which can dramatically increase one’s earning potential. Learning English can be life-changing—unlike math, you don’t need a degree to earn more money by learning a language. A waiter who learns English can get a better-paying job in a hotel. There was a need to make education accessible to everyone, and the need to reach people through smartphones, as building schools worldwide would be too expensive. Most people already have access to smartphones, and that number is growing. So, Duolingo was created, a platform where people can learn languages for free. The app operates on a "freemium" model, meaning it’s free to use but includes ads unless you subscribe to remove them. The majority of Duolingo's revenue comes from subscriptions, mostly paid by people in wealthier countries, which helps subsidize the service for people in poorer countries. This creates a form of wealth redistribution, where rich users essentially fund education for all. However, delivering education through smartphones presents a challenge: smartphones also come with highly addictive apps like TikTok, Facebook, Instagram and Whatsapp. To make learning engaging, there was a need to make it as appealing as those apps. They used techniques from mobile games and social media, like streaks (consecutive days of usage), to keep people coming back every day. In fact, over three million Duolingo users have had streaks lasting over a year. Another interesting feature was the use of notifications to encourage users to return, and even added some passive-aggressive notifications when people stop using the app for a while, which surprisingly brings them back. Despite these efforts, I don’t think it’s realistic to make educational apps as addictive as social media. But the key is that learning something meaningful gives you a sense of achievement, unlike endless scrolling through social media, which often feels like a waste of time. That’s why it’s okay if educational apps aren’t as engaging as TikTok or Instagram—they can still motivate people to use them because the content itself has intrinsic value. In fact, more people are learning languages on Duolingo in the U.S. than in all the U.S. high schools combined. I hope these methods can be applied to other subjects like math and science, turning repetition-based learning into something fun and engaging for millions of users. For subjects that require repetition, like math and reading, it’s possible to gamify the learning process. Learning through repetition can be made engaging in the same way Duolingo does. However, more complex topics that need explanations, like advanced concepts, might require video-based teaching, like what Sal Khan does with Khan Academy. But for subjects based on repetition, the same approach can be used to make learning fun and effective. The ultimate goal is to use smartphones to provide quality education to everyone, regardless of wealth. My final plea to you: please do your language lessons today! Thanks for Reading
By Sharif Muideen 2 years ago in BookClub
A Personal, Informative Look at the Ultimate Wellness Playbook; A Review of "The TB12 Method" by: Tom Brady
Tom Brady, the NFL legend widely regarded as one of the greatest quarterbacks in history, has amassed more than just Super Bowl rings throughout his career—he's also built an empire around his health and wellness philosophy. In his book The TB12 Method, Brady shares the principles that have kept him playing at an elite level well into his 40s, defying the conventional timeline of a professional athlete's career. It's not just about the workout regimen or the diet; it's about a holistic approach to longevity, recovery, and performance. Here's an in-depth review of the book, broken down into six key areas.
By Future of Resilience 2 years ago in BookClub
FINANCIAL FREEDOM
How to Attain Financial Independence: A Detailed OverviewAchieving financial independence is a target that a lot of people wish to reach. This means the ability to be able to live the way one wishes without having to think about money consistently. True, the process of becoming financially independent calls for discipline and strategic planning; however, it is plausible for anyone who wants to work hard for it.
By Maxamed Sharif2 years ago in BookClub
These 5 Easy Weight Loss Tricks Really Do Wonders
It's a fact that losing weight may seem like an uphill fight, particularly when every fitness influencer says that you have to spend your whole life at the gym or exist on celery sticks. Nevertheless, what if I told you that there is a more intelligent method, one that does not need burpees or salads that are boring?
By Velvet Helth2 years ago in BookClub
Book Review: The Phoenix Keeper by S.A. MacLean
Set in a magical zoo teeming with mythical beasts from dragons and unicorns to kelpies and krakens, The Phoenix Keeper is a fierce joy of a cozy fantasy novel with a soul-restoring queer romance at its heart, for fans of The House in the Cerulean Sea and Legends and Lattes. As head phoenix keeper at a world-renowned zoo for magical creatures, Aila's childhood dream of conserving critically endangered firebirds seems closer than ever. There's just one glaring caveat: her zoo's breeding program hasn't functioned for a decade. When a tragic phoenix heist sabotages the flagship initiative at a neighboring zoo, Aila must prove her derelict facilities are fit to take the reins. But saving an entire species from extinction requires more than stellar animal handling skills. Carnivorous water horses, tempestuous thunderhawks, mischievous dragons... Aila has no problem wrangling beasts. But mustering the courage to ask for help from the hotshot griffin keeper at the zoo's most popular exhibit? Virtually impossible. Especially when that hotshot griffin keeper happens to be her arch-rival from college: Luciana, an annoyingly brooding and insufferable know-it-all with the face of a goddess who's convinced that Aila's beloved phoenix would serve their cause better as an active performer rather than as a passive conservation exhibit. With the world watching and the threat of poachers looming, Aila's success is no longer merely a matter of keeping her job... She is the keeper of the phoenix, and the future of a species – and her love life – now rests on her shoulders.
By Marie Sinadjan2 years ago in BookClub
Audiobook Review: Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir
The Emperor needs necromancers. The Ninth Necromancer needs a swordswoman. Gideon has a sword, some dirty magazines, and no more time for undead nonsense. Brought up by unfriendly, ossifying nuns, ancient retainers, and countless skeletons, Gideon is ready to abandon a life of servitude and an afterlife as a reanimated corpse. She packs up her sword, her shoes, and her dirty magazines, and prepares to launch her daring escape. But her childhood nemesis won’t set her free without a service. Harrowhark Nonagesimus, Reverend Daughter of the Ninth House and bone witch extraordinaire, has been summoned into action. The Emperor has invited the heirs to each of his loyal Houses to a deadly trial of wits and skill. If Harrowhark succeeds she will be become an immortal, all-powerful servant of the Resurrection, but no necromancer can ascend without their cavalier. Without Gideon’s sword, Harrow will fail, and the Ninth House will die. Of course, some things are better left dead.Narrated by Moira Quirk
By Marie Sinadjan2 years ago in BookClub
