Quotes of the Day

Some of the low-cost travel medical insurance providers include Canadian Automobile Association (www.caa.ca), Ingle International (www.ingleinternational.com) and travelcuts (www.travelcuts.com). [2019] - Eric Tyson

Quantitative easing is a way of pouring money into a cash-starved banking system. It is a “last resort” for central banks that have already cut interest rates to the bone and are still seeking ways to stimulate their economies. “QE” also has the effect of weakening the currency. [2010] - Ed Ponsi

These fermented foods contain good quantities of probiotics: yogurt (provided it contains live, active cultures), buttermilk (uncooked only), sourdough bread, soft cheese (either aged or containing raw milk), cultured butter and cultured cottage cheese, miso, kombucha, tempeh, sauerkraut (labeled as containing live cultures and not pasteurized), kimchi and pickles. [2016] - Laura Kelly

It's usually best, whenever possible, to save teeth rather than extract them too quickly. Implants are always at high risk for periodontal gum disease. Regular dental cleanings are also riskier for people with implants, as particles of titanium from the screw can be shaved off by hygiene instrumentation and cause tissue reactions that are similar in nature-and impact-to an exaggerated auto-immune response. You may want to ask your hygienist if she or he will use what is referred to in the oral health industry as a special dental implant scaler to avoid this kind of implant scratching or possible complications. [2025] - Ellie Phillips

Notwithstanding market conditions, always start with a lower offer, say, 75 percent of the asking price. If the broker doesn't want to present your low offer, find another one who will. If there are multiple offers for the condo unit you're interested in, don't let your broker get you into a bidding war. Walk away and consider another unit. [2013] - Dan S. Barnabic