Quotes of the Day

How someone treats you is a reflection of who that person is, not who you are. If someone is cruel toward you or makes harsh judgments about you based on a brief interaction, it reflects that person's inconsiderate behavior or judgmental predisposition, rather than being an indication of any shortcomings on your part. Therefore, if someone does respond critically or harshly toward you, you might consider whether that's really the kind of person you'd want to have a relationship with. Entering a relationship with someone who's hypercritical is a recipe for an unhealthy and unhappy dynamic, no matter how attractive or accomplished that person may be. In this case, you can view rejection as a blessing in disguise, saving you from going out with someone who's unkind. [2014] - Shannon Kolakowski

Glutamine is recommended for people who have had surgeries that affect the digestive tract in particular, or those who have received either anti-inflammatory drugs or chemotherapy in the past. Arginine has been shown to increase collagen formation, blood flow to the wound area, and tissue repair. We recommend supplementing with L-glutamine (5-30 g per day) and L-arginine (10-20 g per day) in the first two months following surgery. Caution: Do not take arginine if you have cancer, as it may stimulate the growth of some tumors. FiberSMART by ReNew Life contains a combination of ingredients that support bowel function (glutamine, lactobacillus, etc.) [2006] - Elizabeth Motyka

Start your sales pitch right away with headlines and copy printed on the outer envelope. Use a teaser only if it contains an irresistible message that will compel the reader to open the envelope. Often a blank envelope-one with no teaser--is more effective than one with a teaser. Use a plain white or off-white envelope. [2005] - Robert W. Bly

Many lending institutions won't write mortgages on condominiums or townhouses where more than 30 or 40 percent of the units in the complex are occupied by renters instead of owners. [2003] - Gary W. Eldred

You may want to have a saliva test to check the levels of mouth bacteria we know are implicated in a variety of chronic health problems. An ultrasonic scan can show plaque deposits in your carotid arteries, and A1c or C-reactive protein blood tests can indicate the level of inflammation in your body. When these tests are combined, they can give a useful warning or indication of the presence of chronic inflammation, which could have a serious impact on your life now or in the future. [2018] - Ellie Phillips