Who Invented Speed Reading?

Posted in Health on 01/09/2010 09:00 am by Dr. Jay Polmar

The worlds most famous speed reading course is Reading Dynamics developed by Evelyn Wood. Its famous for teaching people to read faster, or speed reading as she called it. Her live course was the first known course that taught students to read faster and it started with about 25 hours of training to double the reading speed.

Over time the method was made available all over the world. These well practiced techniques teach students to read more rapidly, and also comprehend more of what they are reading. These techniques have proven to be repeatedly effective with all ages in many countries all over the world.

There are many stories about how Evelyn Wood first learned speed reading. My personal favorite was that she, as a child, was fishing at a nearby lake in Utah where she was living. To Evelyn, fishing was a relaxing necessity, but her mind was always very active.

When fishing, she brought a book to read until she saw that the float on the fishing line was bobbing. Then shed reel in the fish. It was said that she read with the sun at her back for natural light, and used her index finger on her dominant hand to track under the words she were reading.

Whenever a fish bit, she just put down the book and started fishing again. That’s how it all started.

As she got older, she went to the University of Utah where one professor read and graded her 80-page research paper in about ten minutes. This came to 2,500 words per minute. He didn’t know how to tell his student what made is so he could read fast, nor how he developed his ability. He just read and could understand very quickly and efficiently.

Challenged by the potential to read that fast, Evelyn researched and studied fast readers to see if she could improve her reading speed and comprehension too. Then, she began to teach students herself, she figured out that it could be favorable to them if she passed her skills on.

The desire to read faster and comprehend more is Universal. People all over the world were fascinated in, what turned out to be, Evelyn’s own techniques for speed reading and comprehension. As she expanded her research and investigation of speed reading, she found people from different parts of the world reading from 1,500 to 6,000 words per minute. All had an impressive level of comprehension proven by their knack for recalling specifics of the text.

She cataloged what each of them did to read faster and she found that each had their own traits and all of them had multiple traits in common with the others. These included:

1. Words were seen, and read, in groups. 2. Readers identified patterns and key words when they scanned text, quickly identifying the purpose and theme behind the writings. 3. Readers also sped up or slowed down with the simplicity or complexity of the reading materials. This permitted them control of levels of comprehension.

Based on this the Evelyn Wood program was developed. Techniques were developed and tested.

In 1959, she was proficient and prepared enough to develop a system that would teach others to speed read as well. Later that year, she opened the Evelyn Wood Reading Dynamics Institute in Washington DC. John F. Kennedy was the first president to have his White House staff trained by the Evelyn Wood method.

Today, the Evelyn Wood Reading Dynamics Institute no longer exists in the US. The rights were sold off to various publishers to market as courses, self-taught, and the remaining Evelyn Wood Reading Dynamics teachers have private instructional practices. Some teachers are still healthy enough in their mid 6os and 70s to still teach the original technique.

Today, the few remaining teachers have departed their secrets to others, who have put the courses online for you to study. Though, you might learn from itinerant speed reading instructors who often teach classes at community colleges, or private corporations throughout the US and beyond. In New Zealand, Australia, and Western Europe, some offices of the original Evelyn Wood Reading Dynamics have survived the creator who past on over 20 years ago.

Since the 1990s, courses became available in audio, video VCR, and later, DVD, adding a convenience that Evelyn could never have even dreamed of when she first taught. Faster reading with greater comprehension can be obtained by students around the world by using the system that Evelyn Wood invented while fishing one sunny day. To find Evelyn Wood Reading Dynamics courses, check with www.speedread.org, they carry the audio and video versions to help you double your reading speed and achieve far greater in life.

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Water Ionizer Benefits Explained

Posted in Contributed Articles, Health on 01/07/2010 12:12 pm by

Water is important. A water ionizer is bringing back the natural antioxidants to our bodies to fight against the free radical molecules that cause such things as aging. Here are some benefits of a water ionizer.

The reason behind drinking ionized water is because of the alkaline in the water. Alkalinity will raise the ph. That is naturally in our bodies. If the ph. Is not in the normal rate our bodies become unbalanced. That means that we get to acidic and this causes us to become tired, weak, frustrated, restless just to name a few. It is a message from our body’s letting us know that there are too many toxins and it can’t handle it.

When something like this happens we become a growing spot for disease. We are the ones feeding the ammunition that the disease needs to grow and expand and live in our bodies. Of course at the same time our body is going to try to counter the attack by taking magnesium from our body that we use for our hearts, and calcium that we steal from our bones. We take all that magnesium and calcium and use it to get rid of the acidic waste. Turning it into solids and store it in fatty tissue. This is no good either though because it can have side effects on our health.

Hard clogged arteries

Gaining weight

Gout

Inflammation and stiffness of the joints

Cancer cells will appear

By drinking alkaline water you are going to be able to break down all that extra acid and bring your body back to normal and balanced the way it should be.

Ionized water is different than the water we drink from taps or bottles. To be honest the best water that you can get comes from a dam or creek however our lives don’t allow us to get up and go looking for a fresh creek. Now we need to grab the chemical filled water and go. Ionized water has been proven to be more hydrating because it is able to become a smaller molecule. This means that because it is smaller it is able to pass through the tissue and thus we absorb it faster.

It also increases the tastes in the foods that we eat. This is because it reduces the acidic level and the food will taste better. It is also proven to work well to counteract our dry skin and itchy scalp problems, causing us to have younger looking skin, get rid of itchiness and swelling from bug bites, and keep our hospitals tools free from the free radicals that attach to different tools used on patients.

You can buy one in your local water source store or online. However the price was a little shocking because it can cost $2000. 00 or more. This depends on the make and model that you chose. There are models that you can add to your filtering system under your sink or you can put it on top of your counter. I know it seems expensive but in the long run it is going to pay for itself with the price of bottled water as well as the fact that it is just so much better for you. I agree that it is a great purchase and everyone should have one.

If you use alkaline water it can relieve a health problem. Getting a Jupiter Orion Water Ionizer can help out, check choices online. Be healthy and live longer!

 

The Steps To Take For Your First Exercise Plan

Posted in Fitness on 12/26/2009 08:17 am by Connor Sullivan

If you have been using exercise equipment for sometime, you will be familiar with almost all of them if not all. Though if you are a neophyte, you can be flabbergasted with the designations, especially those of newer concepts. There is the fitness equipment elliptical, comprising of cycles and machines that turn; the gym fitness equipment, the walking machines and such, and of course the workout equipment which are the weights, dumbbells, bench press and the like. Of course the appellations are also interchangeable in terms of use. The problem is which to select when you are new to the health craze, although it must not be of too much problem if you think of some factors.

Decide what you wish to improve: Some people wish to body build and thus improve their physique. Many people use any machine which enhances the stomach muscles or abs, arm muscles, triceps and others. Cardio exercises use a distinctive type of machines, as do plain vigor exercises which might seek to lose weight or develop somebody endurance. Look at the mirror to help you conclude, but better yet, see your physician. He would know best.

Go to a gym: In a place where you can see people performing what you want to do may convince you what to have. Ask the trainer for which purposes each equipment is, or you may tell him your desires and he will tell you. They would want to have another paying customer and will try to reply to your questions to convince you to join. The intention is to know which equipment fit your needs.

Measure up your house: Measure the room you intend to locate your training equipment to see if they would fit there. If you have a large exercise place it is not a problem; otherwise, prioritize which to have first. Prioritize items in the order of significance and revise your long list. Try the equipment out: If you have friends or acquaintances who have the devices you want, try to persuade them to lend a few to you. Or seek permission to exercise with him if you could for a short time. He might find having an exercise buddy a good idea and you get your test. Or try some temporary membership at a lower rate at the gym for a month or so.

Evaluation shop: In the meantime visit shops for the exercise equipment you need, noting makes, models and costs. Do not overlook the Internet as sites there sometimes offer tremendous bargains you can go for. Consider also refurbished or used equipment and note their costs.

Do financial fitness exercises: Open your wallet and tap your bankbook to see if you have enough. If you need to use your credit card, do so just up to one-fourth of your limits and one-half your disposable income. You cannot munch on your equipment should you need money for more expedient needs. If all else fails, there is every time the gym. Membership is mostly low enough and you do not have to fork out much hard-earned cash immediately.

Connor Sullivan purchased a fitness equipment elliptical machine for use in his basement gym. He also checked out gym fitness equipment to fill his home gym. He looked on the internet for workout equipment to use at the high school gym.

 

Flaxseeds And Your Health

Posted in Health on 12/20/2009 08:47 am by Zigfred Diaz

These days people are going nuts over supposedly “cure all” herbal food supplements which are being incessantly advertised in Philippine television and radio. Though having no guarantee to cure all types of diseases, many are being marketed as a potent food supplement against all known diseases.

The emergence of such craze is mainly because of the ever growing percentage of young people who are getting more and more prone to diseases. Diseases that is usually common to people ages 50 and above have now become increasingly found in the younger generation. It seems that the calling of being an “art of healing” of the usual western medicine has failed.

The search for the ultimate herb has never stopped and recently another herb, namely flaxseeds, is gaining popularity among the masses. Used as far as 5, 000 BC in Egypt, Greece and Rome, flaxseeds was said to be worshipped because of its “magical powers” to promote healing in the intestine and skin imperfections, to improve health and to boost up energy.

However, it was only later that health professionals highly recommend the consumption of flaxseed because their findings have shown flaxseed to be beneficial to health. Taking advantage of the findings, medicine and drug companies are busily commercializing flaxseed.

Flaxseeds are composed of 30% fiber and 40% healthy fat. Its high fiber content allows flaxseeds to improve hypoglycemia and diabetes condition. It also decreases the chances of having heart diseases, coronary artery diseases and stroke. Flaxseeds also contain lignans, which help the heart and also contain anti-cancer properties, and Omega 3 fatty acids, which nourishes the brain and give a healthy glow to the skin and hair. Also, when Omega 3 is combined with fiber, it helps in hastening the burning of fat by making person’s metabolism to burn at a higher rate.

Zigfred Diaz is a big fan of Food Supplements however this is not what his blog is all about. He writes about several helpful topics including Philippine politics and Current events, money management, investments, law and business. Visit his blog today !

 

Our Zerona Laser Can Help You Lose Some Inches Fast

Posted in Health on 12/20/2009 02:49 am by Dr. Thomas Fritz

We are one of the few providers of the Zerona Laser in Denver Metro that offers a new, safe and painless way to speed up your weight loss.

What’s the Zerona Laser?

The Zerona is a cold laser that has been used for a few years now by plastic surgeons during their liposuction procedure. The cold laser penetrates the skin without pain, cutting or bruising. The laser creates a temporary pore in the fat cell which then releases some of its liquefied fat into the surrounding area and the body is then able to eliminate this fat during its natural detox process.

Has the Zerona Laser been proved safe?

Yes, the Zerona has been proven very safe and no adverse effects have been reported. Cold laser have actually been used for over 40 years and many chiropractors regularly use cold lasers in their practice. The Zerona has been approved by the FDA for the fat reduction procedure. Doctors have used the Zerona to liquefy the fat to make it easier to remove during liposuction.

The advantage over liposuction is the Zerona procedure is not painful and there is no recovery time. You simply relax while the laser penetrates your skin for twenty minutes on one side, then twenty minutes on the other side and your done. You can immediately go to work or your normal daily activities. The Zerona protocol is 9 treatments given 3 times per week for 3 weeks.

Does the Zerona Laser work for everyone?

Not everyone has excellent results with the Zerona, but a double-blind, randomized multi-site, placebo-controlled study showed patients lost an average of 3.5-8 inches in just 2 weeks. It’s not a weight loss solution for those who are very overweight or obese, yet the overweight can use these treatments to jump start an exercise and diet weight loss program. It’s ideal for those close to their ideal weight but need to lose those last few inches.

Even better results can be obtained if you get some exercise and stick to a healthy diet. Try a 30 minute walk or jumping on a rebounder to help the lymphatic system remove the fat the Zerona laser has released.

The Zerona provides another option for those who want to lose some inches fast but don’t want the pain, expense and recovery time that comes with liposuction.

Learn more about how our Zerona Laser Colorado can help you lose excess weight and reduce your body fat today. Visit our site www.FritzWellnessCenter.com to learn how Dr. Fritz, our chiropractor in Longmont CO can help you achieve better health.

 

Whole House Water Filter Benefits For Your Home

Posted in Contributed Articles on 12/13/2009 07:45 am by

A whole house water filter is used to ensure all the water flows into the house is treated clean water. There are several benefits of using a whole house water filter. By installing a whole house water filter, we can ensure only clean and filtered water emerges from every water source in the house. All the chemicals and Chlorine are removed as soon as they enter the home’s plumbing system. Without all these chemicals and Chlorine, the clothes washing will be cleaner as these chemicals are no longer trapped in the clothing. The dish washing will also be cleaner as soap scum on dishes will be reduced.

By removing all the chemicals and contaminants, the air will be cleaner too and hence this will help to improve the air quality at home as well as to reduce the risk of suffering from asthma and allergies. In other words, the overall health of the family members will improve if the house is installed with the whole house water filtration system . Of course, the most obvious result will be a cleaner drinking and showering water.

 

Space Shuttle Program Coming to an End

Posted in Contributed Articles on 11/17/2009 02:36 pm by

Space shuttle Atlantis launched this  Monday.  Starting off the count down to the final 5 space shuttle missions.  Atlantis is due to use its large cargo capacity to bring up important spare parts to the international space station.  It is important for NASA to bring as many of the large spare parts as they can to the space station while the work horse space shuttles are still in service.  NASA has set the space shuttles to retire in 2010 after giving 30 years of service to NASA.  There have been a total of 6 space shuttles in the program.  Three of the six are due to have their final missions in 2010 and retire in working order.  Many concepts have emerged for new crew carriers to take men and equipment into space, but NASA has yet to announce its solid plans for the future of space exploration.  Many of the concepts however take into account the design of previous space missions taking many of the concepts (with new technology of course) of the Apollo era rockets.

 

Google’s Newest Innovation-Google Wave

Posted in Contributed Articles on 10/29/2009 04:18 pm by

Google’s newest innovation is a super email, social network client called Google Wave.  Part email, part instant messenger, part social network, Google Wave is designed to merge all of your most used features into one communication tool.  Designed to make realtime collaboration and communication seamless and easy, Google Wave has made a big splash.  With limited first run by invitation only Google has decided to keep the initial users to a minimum.  Invitations can be requested on the Google wave site, but seem to be in short supply.  In true Google fashion we hope to see a long running beta, like Gmail with continual updates and innovations.  Interesting enough the inspiration for the name Google Wave comes from the cult classic television show Firefly where they used devices to communicate with a wave, or video communication.  Google Wave promises to be a popular communication integration tool for many applications including the work place.  An all in one web based system will be attractive for many businesses, from small to large.

 

Alkaline Water Ionizers Help With Dehydration

Posted in Contributed Articles on 10/19/2009 11:10 am by

Alkaline water ionizers are a big help for dehydration. Remember our bodies are two thirds water?  Some of the more common effects of dehydration include migraines,type 11 diabetes, hypertension, weight gain and lower back pain among other. Dehydration can also manifest itself in low energy . So it pays to stay hydrated.

A lot of people are turning to a Jupiter antioxidant alkaline ionizer for relief of dehydration. because it reduces the size of the water molecular clusters. The result is up to 6  times more hydrating. These amazing devices “split” the water into two different streams. 70% comes out as alkaline antioxidant water and the 30% is acid water. We drink the alkaline water and feed our plants the acid water.  To quote Dr. Robert O. Young a noted alkalinity researcher and author “Just about every condition I can think of, from arthritis to diabetes to cancer is associated with acidity.”  Researchers are starting to believe that disease is caused by excess acidity in our body. So drinking alkaline water is a great way to combat our excess intake of acid, which in turns balances out our pH levels, boosting health and vitality. For more information just click on any of the links.

 

The Nobel Peace Prize and President Obama

Posted in Contributed Articles on 10/11/2009 01:27 pm by

With President Obama’s recent winning of the Nobel Peace Prize it leaves many of us wondering what exactly is the Nobel Peace Prize.  According the Nobel, the founder of the Nobel Peace Prize, the prize shall be award to someone who had strived to increase communication between nations, reduced standings of armies, and a general willingness and action to increase peace in the world.

American Presidents including Carter, Wilson, and Roosevelt have received the award in the past for their exceptional drive to help promote peace in the world.  Economist Frederic Passy, and business man Henry Dunant together received the first Nobel Peace Prize.  Dunant was the founder of the Red Cross and the Geneva convention, Passy was the founder of the first French peace society.  Winner of the Nobel Peace prize receives the Nobel Peace Prize medal and a cash award equivalent to almost 1.5 million USD.  But more greatly prized is the honor that the winner of the Nobel Peace Prize gets for being recognized in their field.

 
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