Bazar Ramadhan - Choose the Right Food

We are now in Ramadhan, we have to control our indulgence to eat. We also have to choose the right food in breaking our fast. There are many ' Bazar Ramadhan ' opened in our place, so you have to choose and buy better meal in maintaining a healthy life.

Some people love to buy meals that they love to eat since they have not taken food for the whole day. They never know, buying foods without control can increase the cholestrol and fats.

I got some of picture showing the foods that being sold at the Bazar Ramadhan.

Fried Sea foods

Ayam Golek

Kuih - Muih

Drink Water

Almost all the foods in Bazar Ramadhan are not healthy foods. Not only the foods, the drinks also, you have to buy a drink water without sugar or a little bit sugar such as coconut drink and sugar cane. They are actually come with sugar, so you do not have to add even a small cube of sugar.

The better you choose the food, the healthier become you are.

Writing Assignment

Students sometimes have problem in deciding which university they want to apply to. Suggest three factors that students should consider when applying to university. You may include some of the following expects ;

          - courses offered

          - facilities

          - fees problem ( our point )

You should write 350 words.

Malaysia is now rapidly developing. Every single thing must be changed and be better than previous time, so that it is parallel with our country is now one of developing countries. Education in Malaysia is also developing. It is including the number of universities, the level of education and the number of students. With the increasing of numbers, a new problem had occurred which is student nowadays are unable to choose and decide which university that they should apply to. The problem is consisted by three factors which are courses offered, facilities of the university and fees problem.

          One of the factors that is influencing our students is the courses offered. They are actually prone to choose the course that they are like the most but it is not suitable with their result. For an example, Ali only got 1A for his SPM, but he wants to apply for the accounting course. Maybe he could apply for it, but the university basically will accept the students which better than Ali. Sometimes the students are proned to follow their friends’ choices and as a result, they cannot cope with the course that they have chosen. Besides, the course that they choose is not compatible with the job opportunity after they are graduated.

          Facilities problems in the universities also a big deal for students in choosing which universities they want to apply to. As an example is hostel or accommodation. Some universities place their students out of the campus. This is either the college or university provided the hostel or the students have to find their accommodation themselves. The students have to take care of theirselves without a warden observing and monitoring the safety of them. The other problems are sport facilities, library and internet.

          The students are come from different background of life. Not all the students are able to pay for fees which cost thousands of Ringgit Malaysia. Some of them are able to pay and some of them are not. So the fees problem is one of the causes the students are difficult in choosing universities. Nowadays, the government has provided a few organizations that could help students in paying fees. They are MARA, JPA and PTPTN. Even though the organizations have been set up, not all the students are qualified to apply for them in way to pay for the fees except the PTPTN and MARA. Each of the organizations has their own way in helping students. They are actually not sponsoring the payment of the studies for the students, but the students are actually borrowing the money from them. They have to pay back the money when they have finished their studies soon. This is actually an advantage for the students in pursuing their studies. Fees payment is not a really big problem for the students if they are study smart. This is because when a student really achieve a high grade of result, he or she does not have to pay back for the scholarship and this chance always being offered by MARA.

         

          The conclusion is, every students want to further their study, but since the problems occurred, some of them unable to pursue their study. The problems are actually have the way to solve it otherwise they are really do not want to further their study. We are in learning process, so we have to try to cope with the problems and take them as one of the challenges in our life. We do not have to study hard, but study smart is the best way to success. Try to solve problem. Once we win them, it is actually a satisfaction for us to reach a victory. Never say NO before you do it! 

Mom's Guide to Teenage Guys (Teaching Good Grooming to Your Son)

When it comes to grooming, teen boys have a hit or miss philosophy. They may spend an inordinate amount of time on their hair, only to walk out of the house without brushing their teeth.

Joyce Anthony, of Erie, Pa., says teaching her son about grooming wasn't easy. She finally resorted to good old-fashioned bribery. "I was having trouble getting my son to shower, wash his hair, etc.," she says. "I started out by telling him for each time he showered and washed his hair, we'd add a dime to a jar and he'd get the money at the end of each month. Eventually, he just decided he felt better when he got compliments from others on how nice he looked, so we decided the money wasn't needed."

The Mom Advantage

Consider the following data from the Harrison Group/VNU Teen Trend Report, conducted by the Harrison Group, a leading market-research firm located in Waterbury, Conn.:

• Forty-nine percent of teen boys are comfortable speaking to both their parents about hygiene.
• Sixteen percent of them are not comfortable speaking to either parent.
• The remaining group prefer speaking to their mother over their father.
• Twenty-four percent of teen boys are comfortable speaking only with their mother about hygiene.
• Eleven percent of teen boys are comfortable speaking only with their father.

Since many boys are more comfortable talking to their mothers about grooming, moms are in a great position to teach their sons good grooming habits. The question is how?

Shaving

According to Dr. Joel Schlessinger, a board certified dermatologist and cosmetic surgeon in Omaha, Neb., and the president and founder of Lovelyskin.com, a skincare and products Web site, the need for teen boys to start shaving can vary greatly, from 10 years old to late teens. The best time to start shaving is when fine hairs (known as "peach fuzz") are causing social embarrassment or create problems between Mom and Child. "There is no reason that once a child shaves, they have to shave every day from then on," Dr. Schlessinger says. "Initially, shaving may be once a week or less, depending on the growth pattern and personal preferences."

Toothache

Toothache or tooth pain is caused when the nerve root of a tooth is irritated. Dental (tooth) infection, decay, injury, or loss of a tooth are the most common causes of dental pain. Pain may also occur after an extraction (tooth is pulled out). Pain sometimes originates from other areas and radiates to the jaw, thus appearing to be tooth pain. The most common areas include the jaw joint (temporomandibular joint or TMJ), ear pain, and even occasional heart problems.

• Bacteria growing inside your mouth can contribute to gum disease, plaque, and dental decay. These problems can become painful. The cause and prevention of dental disease has been well investigated.

• You can prevent the majority of dental problems through flossing, brushing with fluoride toothpaste, and having your teeth professionally cleaned twice a year. The dentist may apply sealants and fluoride, which are especially important in children.

Toothache Causes

Toothache occurs from inflammation of the central portion of the tooth called pulp. The pulp contains nerve endings that are very sensitive to pain. Inflammation to the pulp or pulpitis may be caused by dental cavities, trauma, and infection. Referred pain from the jaw may cause you to have symptoms of toothache.

Toothache Symptoms

Toothache and jaw pain are common complaints. There may be severe pain to pressure, or to hot or cold stimuli. The pain may persist for longer than 15 seconds after the stimulus is removed. As the area of inflammation increases, the pain becomes more severe. It may radiate to the cheek, the ear, or the jaw. Other signs and symptoms that may lead you to seek care include the following:

• Pain with chewing

• Hot or cold sensitivity

• Bleeding or discharge from around a tooth or gums

• Swelling around a tooth or swelling of your jaw

• Injury or trauma to the area

• These signs and symptoms may sometimes be associated with dental decay or gum disease (periodontal disease). Dental decay or an area of redness around the tooth's gum line may point to the source of pain. If you tap an infected tooth, it may make the pain more intense. This sign may point to the problem tooth even if the tooth appears normal.

• A toothache needs to be differentiated from other sources of pain in the face. Sinusitis, ear or throat pain, or an injury to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) that attaches the jaw to the skull may be confused with toothache. Pain from a deeper structure (called referred pain) may be passed along the nerve and be felt in the jaw or tooth. In order to pinpoint the source of the pain and get relief, call your dentist or doctor.

When to Seek Medical Care

 

 You should call your doctor or dentist for advice for the following concerns:

• Dental pain may not be relieved by over-the-counter medications.

• You may experience severe pain after a tooth is pulled. This may occur on the second or third day after tooth extraction. This is a result of the tooth socket being exposed to air. The condition is known as "dry socket syndrome." If you develop this condition, you should see a dentist within 24 hours.

• Pain may be associated with swelling of the gums or face, or you may have discharge around a tooth. Fever is an important sign of infection in dental disease. Simple dental decay (caries) does not cause fever. These signs may signify an infection surrounding the tooth, the gum, or the jaw bone (mandible). Fever and swelling may indicate the presence of an abscess. Dental abscesses may require antibiotics and surgical opening (drainage) of the abscess. When this procedure is recommended to be done inside the tooth (endodontic drainage), a "root canal" is performed.

• Broken or knocked-out teeth may occur from an injury. Unless associated with more severe injuries, your dentist should be contacted as soon as possible. Swallowed teeth and permanent tooth loss are considered dental emergencies. Tooth loss due to injury (traumatic loss) is cared for differently in children who have lost their primary teeth than for older children and adults with injury to their secondary teeth.

• Pain may be present at the angle of your jaw. If every time you open your mouth widely you have pain, it is likely that the temporomandibular (TMJ) joint has been injured or inflamed. This can occur from an injury or just by trying to eat something that is too big. Your dentist may be able to suggest solutions to this problem.

• Wisdom teeth can cause pain. As wisdom teeth (molars) are coming out, they cause inflammation of the gum around the erupted crown. The gum overlying the crown may become infected. The tooth most commonly involved is the lower third molar. The pain may extend to the jaw and ear. There may be swelling in the affected area so that the jaw cannot be closed properly. In severe cases, pain in the throat and the floor of the mouth may make it difficult to swallow.

Any history of trauma, chest pain or history of heart disease, or rashes may suggest causes of pain other than purely dental origin. These symptoms with toothache or jaw pain indicate that you should visit your doctor or a hospital's Emergency Department.

• High fever or chills: This may indicate a more widespread infection that might require more than antibiotics by mouth.

• Recent head or face injury: If you experience headache, lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, or other symptoms that concern you after an injury to your face or mouth, you may have a more serious injury in addition to your dental injury.

• A facial rash associated with a toothache: This condition may improve with medication. The doctor should be able to decide what is appropriate.

• Any jaw pain occurring with chest pain: Although jaw pain is most commonly caused by dental disease, it is sometimes referred pain from other areas. People with heart disease, especially people who have had stents placed, people with diabetes, or those who have had heart surgery may have jaw pain as a symptom of heart attack (myocardial infarction) or angina (ischemia). If your jaw or tooth pain is associated with lightheadedness, sweating, or shortness of breath, you should see a doctor.

• Trouble swallowing or excessive pain or bleeding from gums: If you have a history of a weakened immune system, diabetes, or steroid use, you are more susceptible to infections. Infections can often be more severe and extensive or caused by unusual organisms. Dental and gum infections in people with these conditions may require more aggressive treatment. An abscess may need draining or IV antibiotics, for example.

• For toothaches
  
  • Over-the-counter pain medications such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Advil) may be used. Take these as directed on the package and around the clock on a schedule while you arrange a dental appointment.

• Avoid very cold or hot foods because this may make the pain worse.

• Relief may be obtained from biting on a cotton ball soaked in oil of cloves. Oil of cloves is available at most drug stores.

Prevention

 

 

 

Most people can avoid severe dental problems with regular dental care. Have your dentist's telephone number easily available in case of an emergency.

• Maintain a healthy diet. Bacteria thrive on refined sugar and starch and need this in order to burrow through the enamel on your teeth. Watch what you eat and be careful about food that sticks to and between your teeth. Brush your teeth after eating or add foods in your diet with some roughage that may act as a natural toothbrush. End your meal with a salad or apple.

• Establish a good program of cleaning your teeth to remove the food particles. Brush your teeth after eating. Use a soft toothbrush with fluoride toothpaste as recommended by the American Dental Association. Floss between teeth daily and brush your gums to encourage healthy gums. Water jets are effective at removing trapped particles, but flossing your teeth does a more thorough job when done carefully.

• Prevent tooth decay with fluoride. Fluoride is effective in preventing tooth decay in children. Fluoride is a natural element and is found in many water supplies and vegetables. Check and see if your tap water is fluoridated. If your water is not fluoridated, your dentist can prescribe fluoride tablets or fluoride supplements for children younger than 10 years.

• Arrange to have your teeth cleaned by a dentist or dental hygienist twice a year. This has been shown to be effective in preventing both decay and gum disease. Dental x-rays may be needed every 3-5 years to identify problem areas.

• Keep your bridge or dentures clean. Your dentist can offer suggestions. Even if you do not have all of your original adult teeth, you can prevent new dental problems if you try these preventive tips.

• Wear a protective dental guard or headgear while playing sports to help prevent injury.

• Do not smoke. Tobacco smoking may make some dental conditions worse.

Listening 3 (pieces by sum 41)

I tried to be perfect 

But nothing was worth it 

I don’t believe it makes me real 

I thought it’d be easy 

But no one believes me 

I meant all the things I said

If you believe it’s in my soul 

I’d say all the words that I know 

Just to see if it would show 

That I’m trying to let you know 

That I’m better off on my own

This place is so empty 

My thoughts are so tempting 

I don’t know how it got so bad 

Sometimes it’s so crazy 

That nothing can save me 

But it’s the only thing that I have

If you believe it’s in my soul 

I’d say all the words that I know 

Just to see if it would show 

That I’m trying to let you know 

That I’m better off on my own

On my own

I tried to be perfect 

It just wasn’t worth it 

Nothing could ever be so wrong 

It’s hard to believe me 

It never gets easy 

I guess I knew that all along

If you believe it’s in my soul 

I’d say all the words that I know 

Just to see if it would show 

That I’m trying to let you know 

That I’m better off on my own

Listening 2 (stay the same by Joey Mclntyre)

Don't you ever wish you were someone else

You were meant to be the way you are exactly

Don't you ever say you don't like the way you are

When you learn to love yourself, you'd better off by far

And I hope you always stay the same

Cause  there's nothing 'bout you I would change

I think that you should be whatever you wanted to be

If you could realize, all the dreams you have inside

Don't be afraid if you've got something to say

Just open up your heart and let it show you the way

Don't you ever wish you were someone else

You were meant to be the way you are exactly

Don't you ever say you don't like the way you are

When you learn to love yourself, you'd better off by far

And I hope you always stay the same

Cause  there's nothing 'bout you I would change

Believe in yourself

Reach down inside

The love you find will set you free

Believe in yourself

You will come alive

Have faith in what you do

You'll make it through

Listening 1 (the climb)

I can almost see it

That dream I’m dreaming but

There’s a voice inside my head saying,

You’ll never reach it,

Every step I’m taking,

Every move I make feels

Lost with no direction

My faith is shaking but I

Got to keep trying

Got to keep my head held high

There’s always going to be another mountain

I’m always going to want to make it move

Always going to be an uphill battle,

Sometimes I’m gonna to have to lose,

Ain’t about how fast I get there,

Ain’t about what’s waiting on the other side

It’s the climb

The struggles I’m facing,

The chances I’m taking

Sometimes might knock me down but

No I’m not breaking I may not know it

But these are the moments that

I’m going to remember most yeah

Just got to keep going

And I,

I got to be strong

Just keep pushing on, cause

There’s always going to be another mountain

I’m always going to want to make it move

Always going to be an uphill battle,

Sometimes I’m gonna to have to lose,

Ain’t about how fast I get there,

Ain’t about what’s waiting on the other side

It’s the climb (yeah)

There’s always going to be another mountain

I’m always going to want to make it move

Always going to be an uphill battle,

Sometimes you going to have to lose,

Ain’t about how fast I get there,

Ain’t about what’s waiting on the other side

It’s the climb (yeah yeah ea ea)

Keep on moving

Keep climbing

Keep the faith baby It’s all about

It’s all about

The climb

Keep the faith

Keep your faith

Whoa a oh oh