Our Advice To Progress Quickly In Bodybuilding!

Our Advice To Progress Quickly In Bodybuilding! How To Make Progress Quickly As A Bodybuilder? ChaptersWhat To Eat After Bodybuilding Exercises?How To Improve Your Flexibility And Why It Is Important?What Is The Best Full-Body Workout For Muscle Growth?What Are The Best Examples Of Isometric Exercises?How To Practice Bodybuilding With The Lafay Method Exercises?Bodybuilding is a very time-consuming activity which yields impressive results. But to get these results, it can really take a while to see progress. While the speed of your muscle development depends hugely on the state of your body and your physiology. There are the things that you can do to support your body. To provide you with the fastest results in the least amount of time possible.buy the book on Amazon which has over 110 exercises which are very detailed and directive in how to practice and build your muscles.Get used to your body and get to know it well so that it will participate with you. Rather than work against you, when you do that, you can achieve anything that you put your mind to. At this point, you wil l find your body so finely tuned that you will be able to understand its signs. If you are doing something wrong in your workout or if you just have to try something new. Stay motivated!

Learning Italian in Rome

Learning Italian in Rome When in Rome, Learn Italian ChaptersLearn Italian in Rome and Marvel at the Italian CapitalTravelling to and Staying in RomeLearning Italian by Working in ItalyLiving with Locals in Rome to Use Your Italian Every DayFinding Italian Courses in RomeAs Italian is derived from Latin, it shares a lot of similarity with other Latinate languages such as French, Spanish and Romanian as well as English.Thanks to the similarities between Italian and English, even if a native speaker of English has never had Italian lessons, they will be able to understand some words and phrases in Italian conversation.However, of course, cognates aren’t enough to make you fluent in a language.If you want to achieve true language proficiency, you'll have to learn to conjugate all of the major Italian verbs, correctly use Italian articles, nouns and adjectives, and master Italian pronunciation, which will help your fluency in your speaking skills and help you better integrate into  Italia.In real life, there is no place for a phrasebook, so even if you only know basic Italian, you'll need to be able to use Italian greetings, days of the week and common everyday Italian expressions fluently.If you want to take your Italian language skills to the next level and achieve true proficiency, why not take a trip to Italy? Here are 5 great reasons to learn Italian if you're not already convinced.Immersing yourself in the language and culture of this wonderful country will see you making significant improvements in just a few days!There are benefits to spending time in Rome in particular, such as the accent and the availability of language schools. DanielaItalian Teacher 5.00 (9) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LuciaItalian Teacher 5.00 (4) £17/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MarilùItalian Teacher 5.00 (8) £22/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MarcoItalian Teacher £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AntonellaItalian Teacher 5.00 (2) £14/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors GiusyItalian Teacher 5.00 (3) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors EnricoItalian Teacher 5.00 (2) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors FedericaItalian Teacher 5.00 (2) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsLearn Italian in Rome and Marvel at the Italian CapitalAt Superprof, we’re always talking about the benefits of cultural immersion for learning a new language.Of course, taking Italian language lessons is the most important part of becoming fluent in your foreign language, however, immersion complements this as you put your knowledge into practice whilst learning even more about Italy and its culture.So, once you’ve decided that you want to learn Italian in Italy, how do you decide where to go?Rome is the ideal destination for any Italian learner. As a cultural hotspot and the centre of the Roman Empire, Rome has everything to offer.Since Rome is the Italian capital, think of it as the equivalent of learning French in Paris or German in Berlin: youâ €™ll be giving yourself the best chance of success.The aim of cultural immersion is helping you experience life in a different cultural and linguistic context, which, over time, you will feel more and more comfortable with as you learn.Being surrounded by a foreign language and an unfamiliar culture makes for a stimulating environment in which to learn quickly and effectively as your survival instinct kicks in.The key to making progress is to push yourself, and spending time in a foreign environment makes you do just that.When it comes to language learning, practice really does make perfect ¦ source: Visualhunt - Michael BraceThe prospect of being thrown into the deep end can be daunting, but once you touch down in Rome, the challenge will seem far more achievable.Falling in love with a language seems so much easier once you’ve fallen in love with a certain city or region where it is spoken.By spending time in Rome, getting to know the locals and learning about the history, your language learning will become easier than ever before.Travelling to and Staying in RomeWould you travel all the way to Mexico to learn Spanish? Probably not. First of all, it’s quite far away, and secondly, the administrative process can be overly complex.It’s good news then that the UK (for the time being) is a member of the European Union! EU membership means that citizens of EU member countries can freely travel, live and work within the EU â€" and this includes in Italy!This means that your trip to Rome, however long it lasts, will be made significantly less stressful.So, if you want to do a placement year in Rome to learn Italian, no visa needed â€" you’re free to discover this wonderful city with no limitations! DanielaItalian Teacher 5.00 (9) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LuciaItalian Teacher 5.00 (4) £17/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MarilùItalian Teacher 5.00 (8) £22/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MarcoItalian Teacher £15/h1 st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AntonellaItalian Teacher 5.00 (2) £14/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors GiusyItalian Teacher 5.00 (3) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors EnricoItalian Teacher 5.00 (2) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors FedericaItalian Teacher 5.00 (2) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsLearning Italian by Working in ItalyBack to the topic of the EU again, and unlike those who live outside of the European Union, you have the right to work in Italy, so in addition to your right to live in Italy, you can also earn a living!There are, however, a few things you need to know about the world of business in Italy:No minimum wage is fixed by the state, so rates of pay usually follow convention, so do your research and see that you’re not being offered too little when you get a jobThe legal working week lasts a minimum of 40 hours and cannot exceed 48 hours, and every year, you’ll get four weeks of holiday as well at 11 ba nk holidaysYou will need to register with the ASL (Azienda Sanitaria Locale) or the local health agency for your health and unemployment cover.These are the most important things to bear in mind about the Italian working world.At Superprof, we think that if you want to learn Italian quickly, finding a job in Italy is one of the best ways to get yourself speaking Italian on more than a conversational level, and this will open up a lot of opportunities in the future.Of course, if it’s your first visit to Italy and you only know some basic Italian, it might be hard to find a suitable job. However, don’t let this put you off â€" Rome is a big city and will open more doors to you the longer you spend there and as your skills improve.Whatever job you find, as long as you use your language skills, you'll gain more than just money ¦ source: Pixabay - PexelsLiving and working with your Italian colleagues will help you find your feet in Italian society and make your Italian more natural, even if it is difficult at first.Likewise with your managers who, as they tell you what to do, offer an opportunity to practice using a higher register of language.Your Italian vocabulary will improve bit by bit as will your conjugation and Italian grammar.However, finding work in Italy may be more difficult than you think. With one of the highest youth unemployment rates, you need to be prepared to go the extra mile to find work.It’s also a good idea to have some savings to use in the time before you start work.So, although finding a job where you can practice your Italian may be more difficult than you anticipated, it is immensely rewarding and worth waiting for!Can't make it to Italy? Italian language courses London or a British city near you can help you learn Italian - or give you some basics before you head for the land of the tricolore! You can also take Italian lessons online.Living with Locals in Rome to Use Your Italian Every DayNow you’ve familiarised yourself with t he basics of the Italian culture, history, working world and language you’ll find in Rome, let’s have a look at what your social life will entail!This will depend on your job as well as your living situation and friendship group.So, why not bring them together and live with other students who speak Italian as a native language? Find the best places to live and study as an Italian student in Italy.After arriving in Rome by yourself, you’ll be looking for a way to make friends, and living with Italians in a similar situation to you is the best way to do this.There is a number of organisations for foreign students hoping to find accommodation in Rome:www.esn-roma.it/satellite/  www.erasmusroma.org,www.studentplus.itThese will not only help you to find a more affordable rent, but also to give you the opportunity to practice your Italian every single day!This will help you achieve the true definition of ‘total immersion’, as you will return to an Italian-speaking flat after a d ay of speaking Italian at work.And even better, by living with Italian speakers, you’ll discover a new language that you may not have otherwise encountered.You’ll hear Italian slang and be able to compare it with the business Italian you hear at work, meaning you’ll have a broader understanding of how to use your second language.Finding Italian Courses in RomeTo end this guide to learning Italian in Rome, let’s explore the idea that your trip to Italy should be led by your work as well as your language ability.When you’re not working or socialising with your housemates, why not sign up to one of the many organisations that offer Italian language courses to foreign students?Here are just four organisations you may want to consider: ·               LSI RomeLSI Rome (Language Studies International) offers language centres in the heart of Rome. Just a 5-minute walk from St. Peter’s Basilica, it has 12 rooms and offers:Intensive courses: more than 30 lessons per week to learn lot of Italian in a short space of timeStandard courses: 20 lessons per weekOne to one Italian tutoring: 30 lessons per weekYou can also find Italian lessons near me which are made especially for young people, in addition to evening classes for those who work and group lessons.Study Italian in the heart of Italy ¦ source: Pixabay - carlo75 ·               Torre di BabeleThe language school, Torre di Babele, has a fantastic reputation and 32 years of experience in teaching Italian.Over time, this centre has adapted to keep up with demand and offers a range of options:Standard intensive coursesIntensive ‘plus’ coursesSuper-intensive coursesOne to one coursesCourses for older learnersNon-intensive coursesCourses via SkypeSo, there’s no denying that you have a lot to choose from!This means that you can find the style of teaching that suits your Italian learning needs so you make good progress.You should be aware that once you enrol at Torre di Babele, your language ability will be evaluated to make sure that you are put in a class with people who aim to learn to speak Italian from the same starting point as you. ·               Scuola RomitThe Scuola Romit may be the ideal place for you.This language-learning institution specialises in providing Italian language courses for people coming from every part of the world.Scuola Romit brings international students together with young Italian teachers, who teach Italian through exploring the wonders of Rome.They also organise a number of activities to help you get used to your new surroundings and find out how modern-day Romans live!

Learning English for Christmas in Montana

Learning English for Christmas in Montana Christmas in Montana is special and I wanted to share a bit of the culture with our students. Also I’m going to give you some weather and local vocabulary.Below youll find a video from the Whitefish Christmas Stroll, but first, review this vocabulary to prepare you.English Christmas Vocabulary:stroll (v)  another word  for walking casually or slowly for enjoyment.Example: The Christmas stroll is an event in most small cities in Montana. Usually there are different winter sport like games or events and there is some shopping and a lot of street food.Keg (n)-a big barrel or bucket of beer.Example: The dogs pull a 25 pound keg harnessed to them and the dog with the fastest time wins the event.You’ll also see some of the dog sled team in their warm truck. You might notice the odd dog out. Christmas lights decorate the town and usually there is a lot of snow covering the ground.dump (slang)-when it snows a lot.Example:  I hope we get a big dump before Christmas.powder (slang)  a very light snow.Example: The skiing was so good, there was a lot of powder.Here is a complete vocabulary list for Snow in EnglishSnowflake-single piece of snow Each snowflake is unique.   Frost-snow or ice that has formed on a surface The cars windows are frosted.We got our first frost of the season. Flurries-snow falling in circular pattern due to the wind The weather is predicting flurries until 4PM. Accumulation   quantity of snow that has fallen and not melted. There will be 5-6 inches of accumulation.   Snow drift-piled snow by wind or by machine. That is a big snow drift! Blizzard-when snow falls with wind and visibility is very low. There is a blizzard coming and we recommend not driving.   Whiteout-  snow combined with wind and fog to create all white conditions where it is impossible to see. Whiteout conditions are reported on the highway.   Sleet snow with rain I love snow but hate sleet.   Slush melting snow on side walk or roads. Wear  your boots it is slushy on the sid ewalks. Black ice black hard ice on road that is difficult to see. Crust top layer of snow/having melted and frozen again. Oof, the skiing was crusty today.   Slopes snow/having fallen on mountainside/for skiing. Lets hit the slopes today for some great skiing.   Hard Pack hard smooth snow/for skiing Mogul bump of snow/for hopping while skiing.  Im not great at skiing moguls.   Grapple-hard pellet like snow. Is it snowing? No, its grapple.  Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of our students!Remember if you want classes over the next couple of weeks, schedule early as many of our teachers are taking some time off to spend with their families.

Zines as Study Tools

Zines as Study Tools I tend to fidget. I fiddle with my pens, bounce my knees, and doodle while listening. When I was in school, I resisted my fidgets as much as I could. In fact, the only times my fidgeting really got me into trouble was when I would get caught playing with beeswax under my desk or drawing in the margins of my notebooks.  Still, these instances were enough to give me the strong impression that my habits were bad, and I suppressed them as much as I could. Now that Im older, however, I’ve found that its better to embrace the fidget. If I  do something with my hands during studying or listening activities, I am actually a more focused and effective learner. As as an educator, Ive noticed the same tendency to fidget in many of my students,  regardless of their age.  I recently realized that finding a way to incorporate hands-on activities into our tutoring sessions and learning processes could be useful to my students even if a topic doesnt necessarily have a hands-on component already bu ilt in.That’s where mini zines come in. Zines in ContextZines have a revolutionary, anti-authoritarian origin story, but they can be about anything, for anyone. They historically have tended toward an inexpensive, DIY aesthetic to make it easy to distribute them. However, zines dont have to be simply made. Artists have used high-quality materials to create particularly elegant zines. For students, zines can be efficient tools for disseminating information in an artistic and highly portable package. They can be stress-relieving tools for learning, practicing, or testing oneself on new information.The zines I make with my students are composed of a (usually colorful) sheet of paper and allow for six pages plus a front and back cover. The design is simple, requiring only seven folds and one scissor snip (staples optional!*). Altogether, zine-making is a quick, fun way to produce a useful study tool that fits into most pockets.*If you forgo the staples, you can turn your zine inside o ut and reuse it for another topic or unit!Zines as a Study ToolSo what does this actually look like in terms of studying? The short answer is: it depends! I’ve used zines for myself and with my students in a variety of ways. You can use one as a cheat sheet or study guide that will stand out among the constant shuffle of papers. Or, design it as a workbook of practice problems (or alternating examples and practice problems). You could even use it as a homework checklist, study plan, or a notebook for brainstorming on specific topics. The possibilities are endless. My students have used zines for topics ranging from vocabulary to US currency, from SAT math to literature, from brain teasers to creative writing, and so on.However, it’s not just the informational aspects that make zines effective. Physically writing down content is a form of application, which helps to enhance students’ memories of the material and supports stronger recall. Physically making something also helps c alm anxious students by serving as an outlet for dispelling nervous energy while learning new or difficult topics. Bringing color into the learning environment also stimulates mental activity and interest. Plus, students simply find zine-making fun!In short, incorporating zines into my tutoring sessions has enriched and deepened the learning process in ways I wouldn’t have anticipated beyond satisfying my need to fidget. These days, Im always looking for ways to incorporate mini-zine creation into my sessions. Whether or not your student is fidgety like me, Id encourage anyone looking for a fun way to enrich a students experience to do the same.Creating a ZineIf you’re ready to try your hand at zine-making at home, follow these simple steps (or print out this free guide):

Stories for Snowy Days

Stories for Snowy Days Stories for Snowy Days For many of us, the winter season means cold weather. Wind, sleet, snow, iceâ€"we can expect to deal with it all at some point.   Whether you enjoy sledding, snowshoeing, or simply building snowmen, there’s plenty of fun to have in the snow. However, there will also be times that you just want to stay warm in front of a fire or under a cozy blanket. On those days, why not curl up with a good book? And if it’s still warm where you live? What better way to get a taste of the cold than in the pages of a book with your imagination! Here are some great choices from Kumon’s Recommended Reading List to get in the winter spirit. Preschoolers and Beginning Readers Read Aloud Rhymes for the Very Young  collected by Jack Prelutsky The perfect book to read with your child, no matter how young! This poetry collection features rhymes on many topics, includingâ€"you guessed itâ€"winter! Filled with wonderful illustrations that will keep your kids enthralled, it’s also a great introduction to beloved authors like A.A. Milne and Robert Louis Stevenson. The Red Book by Barbara Lehman A book with no words? Ideal for building pre-reading skills, this illustrated book allows your child to tell their own story. The pictures begin with a child finding a red book in the snow, which is sure to kick-start the imaginations of kids who are escaping the snow themselves! The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats Few experiences can compare to playing in the snow for the first time. This classic children’s book, which young readers can tackle on their own, follows the adventures of a boy named Peter as he explores his snow-draped city. Elementary School Students The Mitten by Alvin Tresselt A fun story about a mitten that gets left in the snow and the woodland creatures that find it.   Beautifully illustrated, your kids will get lost in the tale. But watch out! The bestselling book is so fun, they might be tempted to drop their own mittens in the snow to see the story come to life. Snowed in with Grandmother Silk by Carol Fenner This heartwarming story shows that even two people who are seemingly very different can have more in common than they think. When Ruddy gets snowed in with his grandma, he’s forced to find ways to have fun. This book will teach your kids some important lessons, while giving them some great ideas on how to spend a snowy day! The Snow Walker by Margaret K. and Charles M. Wetterer Kids can get a glimpse of history while immersed in a thrilling adventure set in the late 19th century. Based on the real-life Blizzard of 1888, this book tells the story of a young boy and his father who venture out into the snow-covered streets of the Bronx to help their neighbors during an epic snowstorm. Mr. Popper’s Penguins by Richard and Florence Atwater This beloved children’s book tells the story of an ordinary housepainter who one day finds himself in possession of a penguin, and then another, and then another. As Mr. Popper’s group of penguins grows, so do the hijinks. After your child reads the book, you can cuddle up on the couch together and watch the movie! Older Kids The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis Another story that was immortalized in film, this classic is worth taking the time to read. (The movies are great, too!) The first book in the Chronicles of Narnia series introduces the reader to the magical land of Narnia, where a spell has been cast so that it is “always winter but never Christmas.” Follow the adventures of the Pevensie children as they explore a new world. A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens Little introduction is needed for this Dickens classic that has been told time and time again on stage and screen. But nothing can beat the original! Read all about Ebenezer Scrooge and the three spirits who teach him an important lesson. Explore the entire Kumon Recommended Reading List! You might also be interested in: Kumon Staff Pick: The Snowy Day 8 Must-Read Collections of Poetry on Kumon’s Recommended Reading List Kumon Staff Pick: Were Going on a Bear Hunt Kumon Staff Pick: Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry Stories for Snowy Days Stories for Snowy Days For many of us, the winter season means cold weather. Wind, sleet, snow, iceâ€"we can expect to deal with it all at some point.   Whether you enjoy sledding, snowshoeing, or simply building snowmen, there’s plenty of fun to have in the snow. However, there will also be times that you just want to stay warm in front of a fire or under a cozy blanket. On those days, why not curl up with a good book? And if it’s still warm where you live? What better way to get a taste of the cold than in the pages of a book with your imagination! Here are some great choices from Kumon’s Recommended Reading List to get in the winter spirit. Preschoolers and Beginning Readers Read Aloud Rhymes for the Very Young  collected by Jack Prelutsky The perfect book to read with your child, no matter how young! This poetry collection features rhymes on many topics, includingâ€"you guessed itâ€"winter! Filled with wonderful illustrations that will keep your kids enthralled, it’s also a great introduction to beloved authors like A.A. Milne and Robert Louis Stevenson. The Red Book by Barbara Lehman A book with no words? Ideal for building pre-reading skills, this illustrated book allows your child to tell their own story. The pictures begin with a child finding a red book in the snow, which is sure to kick-start the imaginations of kids who are escaping the snow themselves! The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats Few experiences can compare to playing in the snow for the first time. This classic children’s book, which young readers can tackle on their own, follows the adventures of a boy named Peter as he explores his snow-draped city. Elementary School Students The Mitten by Alvin Tresselt A fun story about a mitten that gets left in the snow and the woodland creatures that find it.   Beautifully illustrated, your kids will get lost in the tale. But watch out! The bestselling book is so fun, they might be tempted to drop their own mittens in the snow to see the story come to life. Snowed in with Grandmother Silk by Carol Fenner This heartwarming story shows that even two people who are seemingly very different can have more in common than they think. When Ruddy gets snowed in with his grandma, he’s forced to find ways to have fun. This book will teach your kids some important lessons, while giving them some great ideas on how to spend a snowy day! The Snow Walker by Margaret K. and Charles M. Wetterer Kids can get a glimpse of history while immersed in a thrilling adventure set in the late 19th century. Based on the real-life Blizzard of 1888, this book tells the story of a young boy and his father who venture out into the snow-covered streets of the Bronx to help their neighbors during an epic snowstorm. Mr. Popper’s Penguins by Richard and Florence Atwater This beloved children’s book tells the story of an ordinary housepainter who one day finds himself in possession of a penguin, and then another, and then another. As Mr. Popper’s group of penguins grows, so do the hijinks. After your child reads the book, you can cuddle up on the couch together and watch the movie! Older Kids The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis Another story that was immortalized in film, this classic is worth taking the time to read. (The movies are great, too!) The first book in the Chronicles of Narnia series introduces the reader to the magical land of Narnia, where a spell has been cast so that it is “always winter but never Christmas.” Follow the adventures of the Pevensie children as they explore a new world. A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens Little introduction is needed for this Dickens classic that has been told time and time again on stage and screen. But nothing can beat the original! Read all about Ebenezer Scrooge and the three spirits who teach him an important lesson. Explore the entire Kumon Recommended Reading List! You might also be interested in: Kumon Staff Pick: The Snowy Day 8 Must-Read Collections of Poetry on Kumon’s Recommended Reading List Kumon Staff Pick: Were Going on a Bear Hunt Kumon Staff Pick: Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry

5 Winter Super Fruits You Should Be Eating

5 Winter Super Fruits You Should Be Eating Image via http://media.fooducate.com But believe it or not, your winter fruit selection does not just have to be limited to apples or to the 90 percent of fruits that your grocer has shipped in from far away, thus removing much of the produce’s taste or nutrition. Unless youre branching out to specialty grocery stores, you are probably missing out on some of the most tasty and nutritious domestically grown fruits that are available this time of year. Some types of citrus fruits, such as those grown locally in Florida or even Hawaii, have the highest levels of heart-healthy antioxidants of any fruit, so you can still make your heart happy without having to pollute the planet with fruit shipped in from another continent. Kumquats Image via http://assets.simplyrecipes.com The edible skin on these tiny little citrus fruits are packed with disease-fighting antioxidants. A serving of five, which is a mere five calories, holds one-fifth of your daily fiber needs, along with a healthy dose of potassium. The fruits are sweet and tart and super versatile. Try slicing one up and toss it into a salad, or use it in place of orange zest when recipes call for it. Mix kumquats and avocado with red onion, cilantro, and lime for a unique take on salsa. When in search of the perfect kumquat, look for firm fruits that are bright orange in color, and store kumquats in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Star Fruit Image via http://juicing-for-health.com Exotic tropical fruits tend to be higher in vitamin C and potassium, and lower in calories than domestic fruits, and star fruits are no exception. Much of the star fruits that youll currently find in stores originate from Hawaii or South Florida. The star fruits taste is a cross between citrus, apple, and pear, and you can just eat them as is or slice them into fruit salads Look for firm and evenly colored yellow star fruit. Be sure to handle with care, as star fruit bruises easily, and let the fruits ripen at room temperature for a few days until light brown ribs form and a full, fruity aroma develops this is when the fruit are at their sweetest point. You can refrigerate them for up to a week. Persimmons A study in the  Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry  found that a persimmon a day could be better for your heart than an apple, because it contains higher concentrations of the dietary fiber, minerals, and compounds that prevent the leading causes of heart disease, heart attacks and stroke. The persimmons’ flavor and texture has been compared to plums with spicy notes. You can use just the pulp or the entire fruit in pureed ice creams, or when baking breads and cakes. The most unexpected (yet delicious) use of persimmons is in savory dishes, such as in stir-fries or salads for a hint of sweetness. Rambutans Image via http://cdn1.listovative.com The rambutan, also known as hairy lychee or hula berry, is a tropical treat when summers lychees arent in season. They might even be better for you than green tea considering that rambutans have higher levels of the antioxidants flavanoids and anthocyanins, both of which are believed to reduce risk of cardiovascular problems. Look for rambutans in Asian and other specialty markets, and handle them with care theyre fragile and keep only a day or two at room temperature. If you wont be eating them right away, place the fruits in a perforated plastic bag and refrigerate. To enjoy them, simply peel and pop into your mouth, or add them to a fruit platter; you can cut the top half of the skin off to reveal the fruit. Quinces With twice the vitamin C of its native relatives, apples and pears, quinces are also high in antiviral phenolic compounds that have been found to combat the flu. So the next time that you’re feeling a bit under the weather, skip the Emergen-C and opt for a delicious and healthy quince instead. To find a selection of this fruit try specialty grocers, international markets, or farmers markets. The fruits taste best when cooked, so add them to long-cooked savory stews or roasts or use them in any dish that calls for cooked apples or pears.

$100,000 in Scholarships Awarded to 10 Bright Students Through GoFundMe Program

$100,000 in Scholarships Awarded to 10 Bright Students Through GoFundMe Program Image via Pexels In a world where college tuition is at some of its highest rates ever and more college students are finding it increasingly difficult to pay off their student loans, a bit of good news in the field can be encouraging. On October 20, 2016, GoFundMe, the largest social fundraising platform in the world, announced that it was giving away $100,00 in educational scholarships to 10 promising young men and women. Each student received $10,000 to put toward their college expenses, according to a recent press release. Last month, GoFundMe shared details about the first scholarship program and revealed how parents, teachers, and students have turned to the crowd funding site to help realize their college dreams. All in all, it has been reported that over $100 million has been raised for college tuition and related educational expenses on the site. Qualifying for the scholarship was simple. Each student created a campaign page on the site to share their stories with potential contributors. Some of those stories included an undercurrent of challenges involving loss, grief, abandonment, sickness, and being the first in their family to go to college. Using the hashtag #GFMScholarship, each student shared what winning the scholarship would mean to them and how it would help them achieve their goals. In only a week’s time, over $200,000 had been raised to go towards college expenses. Image via Odyssey Rob Solomon, the CEO of GoFundMe, said in the release, “We’re proud and excited to help these remarkable, determined students achieve their educational dreams. All of us here have been touched by the stories shared by the scholarship winners, and we can’t wait to see how they’ll continue to give back to their communities.” The 10 GoFundMe scholarship winners come from a variety of backgrounds. From Aubrianna, who lost her father to cancer and became homeless with her mother to Sandy, who was abandoned by her mother at age six. From Mayia, who was diagnosed with OCD and Tourette’s as a young child to Alan, who turned away from gang life to be a bright student. Each of these students have one thing in common: receiving the best college education possible. This GoFundMe scholarship helps them get one step closer to reaching their dreams. Here are the winners of the 2016 GoFundMe Scholarship program: Born in the Philippines, Bezaleel (Bez) Balan, grew up in Guam. Her family moved to San Francisco and worked many odd jobs to help her pay for her undergraduate studies. She is now in her final year of graduate school at the UCLA School of the Arts and Architecture. Along with working multiple jobs, she has designed an elementary school in Sudan and orphanages in Haiti. Amir Fluellen’s father has been incarcerated for a long time. Raised primarily by his mother who recovered from cancer, he will start his college experience at Salisbury University. The financial burden that his mother’s illness placed on the family limited their ability to help him pay for college and thus he turned to GoFundMe to reach his goal. As a kid, Alan Gonez loved school but after getting involved with a gang and grieving the loss of his friends to gang violence, he chose to turn his life around. He raised his GPA from 1.8 to 3.8 during high school and then obtained a 4.0 and made the Dean’s List at Cerritos Community College. He is currently attending UCLA and giving back to his community. Moving from Mexico to America at the age of 6 only to be abandoned by her mother, Sandy Gonzalez knows too well the fight for immigrants to become permanent citizens. Her grandmother worked hard to become her legal guardian. Sandy is the first person in her family to attend college. In three years she will be able to apply for U.S. citizenship and plans to obtain a PhD in Psychology. As a single mother, Emettra Nelson is fighting to complete her degree in agriculture, food and natural resources at Michigan State. With only 19 credit hours to go, her financial aid decreased and she turned to GoFundMe to help her reach her goal. After her father died of bone cancer while she was in the second grade, Aubriana Mency and her mother were left homeless. Without the stability of home, Mency promised her parents she would work hard in school. She received a scholarship from Hampshire that will pay her first full year. Pauline Muturi entered the U.S. from East Africa. She is currently studying at Florida State University. While she works two jobs and works hard to maintain her good GPA, she worries whether she will be able to complete her studies as she is not eligible for federal student aid. Diagnosed with Tourette’s and OCD in the 3rd grade, Mayia Vranas fought through her disability to maintain straight As. She is now studying physics at UC Berkeley. While she cannot maintain a job and go to school, she will need to take an extra semester of courses and she plans to receive her PhD in the same field. Excited to attend Virginia Tech this fall, honor student Alyssa Wray always placed a high importance on her education. But when her sister contracted a flesh-eating bacterial infection, her family’s focus turned to helping her sister recovery. With medical bills mounting, Alyssa turned to GoFundMe to help her with the college’s first year tuition. A childhood emergency in which he was airlifted from his remote Navajo reservation helped Thayne Yazzie realize he wanted to dedicate his life to giving the Navajo Nation access to healthcare. He graduated from Western Washington University, moved back home to teach, and is now attending Eastern New Mexico University working towards his flight certification.