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There is no shock in saying that the current state of our planet from an ecological basis is worrying. Summers are getting hotter, winters are getting colder and the planet seems to be moving more into extremes of weather with every passing year. It is only recently that society seems to be really getting on board with plans to improve the world's condition and to this end there is a new designation available for real estate professionals, the Eco-Broker. Following the lead of many different groups and societies that not only alerted the general public to the current state of affairs but have brought forth some of the new technology and ideas that could stand to save our home, Eco-Brokers are a new breed of brokers who are educated and knowledgeable about the possibilities that home owners have in installing and purchasing eco-friendly technology for homes.

Now more than ever the environment is becoming a real concern. One thing that has damaged the environment significantly is our dependence on forms of energy that are either non-renewable or environmentally damaging. This can caused a real surge of research and development of appliances and gadgetry for the home that does not exact such a high toll on our environment. From energy efficient appliances to complete green design for homes, Eco-Brokers are at the forefront of education and implementation of these ideas. There are a huge number of new technologies that one can employ to make a home more friendly on the environment. Something as simplistic and ensuring that the home is properly sealed can save an incredible amount in heating and cooling bills or something as extreme as a complete solar power system can almost nullify the energy drain of a home.

There is a real move towards an eco-friendly society and we as a society should hope that it is not too late. Humanity has taken a real toll on the planet and it is something that we can see on a daily basis from the increased number of storms to the rising heat and the melting of the polar icecaps. The planet is clearly sending out a message that we need to make some changes to the way that we live our lives. Eco-Brokers are brining this change to the front lines of the real estate industry. If we are to make these changes then they need to start at home with individuals before they can become a greater part of society. After all without our planet, what do we have?

Branden Schroeder is a Realtor serving the Maryland real estate market. For more info on Maryland real estate contact Branden or visit online at http://www.marylandhomesandproperty.com

posted by 10022  # 9:56 PM 0 comments

So why all the talk about fat calories?

Dieters in today's world seem to have an obsession with counting fat calories. Remember the last time you were in the supermarket? If you are like most diet maniacs you flipped that container of dressing around and examined the number of fat grams listed on the label. Heck, you probably even put back the one you really wanted and opted for the fat free variety?

Why the obsession?

Somewhere along the way you picked up the silly idea that the fat contained in your food actually contributes to the flab hanging around your waist.

Could it be from all of those Subway commercials? You know, the ones with our friend Jared comparing the amount of fat grams in Subway sandwiches to the amount in "those burger joints". How does that line go? "Subway has 6 sandwiches with 6 grams of fat or less". Or something like that...

Actually, that is not completely accurate. It should read "Subway has 6 sandwiches with 6 grams of dietary fat or less".

Believe it or not there is a difference between body fat and dietary fat? dietary fat is fat that is found in the food you eat. body fat is that ugly stuff that hangs from your waistline. quite simply, there is absolutely no proof that dietary fat contributes to body fat. However, what does contribute to body fat is all of the chemicals found in the food of nearly every major food chain and in almost all food you purchase at the supermarket... Yes, even the fat free stuff!

people have made the mistake of viewing dietary fat as body fat. They have the idea that the more fatty foods they eat the more body fat they will gain. This is not necessarily true!

I realize that you are probably shaking your head in disagreement so allow me to illustrate. You know that sugar you put on your cereal today... It contains no dietary fat, but continuous use will assuredly contribute to that flabby midsection. In contrast, purchase a bag of almonds. Go ahead and check the fat content on the bag. Don't freak out though! If you think you will get fat eating those almonds...Fat Chance! In fact, you may just get thinner.

It's time to forget about counting fat calories. If you want to lose weight then there is something far more important to pay attention to... All things artificial!

The next time you take to the isles of the supermarket take a moment to read the labels on all of the food you are purchasing. Only this time, look past the fat grams and scan the ingredients. Nearly all food that is purchased in the vast majority of our grocery stores has artificial food additives, preservative or some other chemicals. You would do well to eliminate these foods from your diet because they are making you fat!

Jason Clemens is a leading weight loss and nutrition coach. "Forget the fat calories!
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posted by 10022  # 5:20 PM 0 comments

buying used Golf Clubs can dramatically reduce the costs involved in getting started with playing the game of golf.

I know that when I wanted to get started, a major concern was how much I was going to have to spend to get on the golf course in the first place! And this was before taking into consideration what I would then be spending in green fees!

one of the worst things I remember was the assistant at the pro shop telling me not to bother buying a cheap set of new clubs as they would be no use when I started to get better at golf.

If I had not taken the step of buying myself a good set of golf clubs, then I may never have started playing.

By buying a good quality set of used golf clubs, you can save yourself hundreds of dollars on the same set that you would have bought brand new!

But there are a few things to look out for when buying your used golf clubs:

1. Make sure they are in good condition. A lot of sensible golfers will look after their golf clubs to maintain them for resale when they trade-up.
2. Have they been well looked after? Check for signs of wear and tear in the grips and the sole of the club.
3. Spend a little bit more to get a reputable brand. Don't totally cheap out by going for a set of used clubs that were cheap when they were new.
4. Try out clubs at the pro-shop and then search for a used set of the same type.

Using techniques like these will help get a great set of golf clubs that will probably last you for years.

And remember to really look after your clubs. Then you will maximize their resale value when you have got good enough to trade up to a more advanced set.

So find out how you can get yourself a good set of Used Golf Clubs. Take away the financial barrier that is getting in the way of you and golf and save your hard earned money by buying some Used Golf Clubs.

posted by 10022  # 1:15 PM 0 comments

david Nevogt has been involved in golf and instruction for many years. He works with two full-time coaches and has helped golfers from USA, Australia, Europe and south Africa, 7987 over the past two years, to be exact!

Bobby Eldridge forms part of the team and has been involved in coaching for over 30 years. Talking about experience!

david is known as the SWING GURU and promotes his Simple golf Swing, with all the recommendations from happy golfers to boot.

The first question might be why this system? Simple. Because it is simple. I worked through the setup as explained by david and I feel the difference, but I also see the difference in my ball striking. I am a firm believer of ball striking, regardless of the technological advances in equipment. If you cannot strike a golf ball properly, find another sport!

This system makes sense to a brainless twit like myself because it does not clutter your mind with swing thoughts. Simple. Do the basics and watch the improvement.

One of the outstanding features of this system is that it teaches you to analyze your swing. only then will you be able to rectify imperfections and to improve positive moves.

With this system you'll get five simple steps to go through for every swing you put on the ball. Then you will start to see trends developing, and you can always tie those trends back to one of the five steps you are most likely forgetting about which is causing the negative trend.

You learn that having simple but effective controls in place will really help your game. You will be really surprised how much you'll learn about your own game, and how easy it is to develop and maintain good habits once you understand how to recognize them.

The good thing is that all of this is not limited to the long game. The short game, on and around the greens, is covered as well. I still maintain that this is where the good scores lie.

david also offers an apprentice system whereby you can register and improve your game. It comes complete with charts and control sheets to help you analyze and improve your game.

If any system will be beneficial to your game, this might be it. I saw improvements very quickly. I will post more comments on a later stage.

Corrie Nel is a golf fanatic and former club captain. Find out how to lengthen your drives and lower your scores at:

www.sportatlas.com (Please use ID 1536)

posted by 10022  # 2:34 AM 0 comments