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Internet scams: They warn of influencers posing as financial experts and they are not

7Jan

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Internet scams: They warn of influencers posing as financial experts and they are not

Michelle Jackson is an influencer on a mission to help her readers and listeners become financially empowered; However, she recognizes that although she is passionate about the subject, she does not consider herself a financial expert. She warns that you have to be very careful with influencers who call themselves experts without being one, as they can represent a great risk, published Business Insider. Michelle says that she creates personal finance content, but she will never call herself an expert and recommends that when someone presents themselves in this way, you should ask yourself 4 questions before following her advice : 1. Is the influencer revealing that they are making money from the tools or products they share with their online community? Jackson reminds that legally, t...

Harvard economist Laurence Kotlikoff shares money rules for a healthy financial life

7Jan

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Harvard economist Laurence Kotlikoff shares money rules for a healthy financial life

The beginning of the year is always a good reason to set new goals that help us achieve a better version of ourselves. And to improve our lives in the area of personal finance, economist Laurence Kotlikoff shared on CNBC some rules that he has learned and teaches people to keep their portfolios strong and healthy . Recommendations for a better economic life 1. Don't borrow to pay for college. Kotlikoff recommends not doing it because it is risky and expensive, his suggestion is to seek scholarships and apply to less expensive institutions. 2. Own your home, don't rent and try to buy with cash If they have the possibility to do so, the economist considers that it is better to have the money invested in the house because it is a way to protect themselves from federal and state taxes o...

Meet 8 of the worst foods of all time that deteriorate your health and increase your waist

6Jan

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Meet 8 of the worst foods of all time that deteriorate your health and increase your waist

Well the saying goes "we are what we eat" and although it is one of the most popular phrases, the reality is that nobody takes it into account with due seriousness. The truth is that with such an extensive offer of sweets, fast food and processed products, rich in calories, sugar and fat, it can be very difficult to resist so many temptations. So if you're looking to lose weight and generally opt for a healthier eating style , these are the worst foods of all time and one that you should avoid at all costs. Not only are they highly caloric , their recurrent consumption is related to an increased risk of chronic and degenerative diseases , they also reduce energy levels and alter mood. 1. French fries French fries are probably the most tempting and accessible snack, apart from all it i...

3 things that are worth paying the extra money for

6Jan

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3 things that are worth paying the extra money for

We know that you are always looking to save as much money as possible, but the truth is that there are times when the best thing you can do is pay a higher price to ensure that you are getting a good quality product. Below we are sharing three such cases. 1 – Tools Whether you want kitchen or power tools, you should have the best quality items if you are going to use them regularly, according to Money Talks News. Very thin pots or dull knives will make you lose your patience and you will prefer to eat outside. Power drills and flimsy tools won't do you any good, and you won't be able to make the necessary repairs at home . So, in this case, it is best to spend on these new products. 2 – House Some inexpensive homes can be of poor quality. Although they are new, the walls could...

10 foods with more Vitamin C than oranges

6Jan

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10 foods with more Vitamin C than oranges

When we think of foods with vitamin C we immediately associate oranges . However, there are other fruits and vegetables that are also rich in this nutrient. Vitamin C is an antioxidant that helps protect your cells from damage caused by free radicals. The body also need to produce collagen and thus heal wounds. It also contributes to the proper functioning of the immune system to protect the body against disease. Daily you need 75 mg of vitamin C if you are a woman and 90 mg if you are a man. A medium orange gives you 70 mg according to data from the Office of Dietary Supplements. 10 foods with more vitamin C than oranges: 1. Kakadu Kakadu is an Australian native plum that has the highest recorded level of natural vitamin C content of any plant in the world, more than 100 times th...

6Jan

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Who Invented Fortune Cookies?

The fortune cookies you enjoy after your Chinese meal don't have the origins you might have imagined. To begin with, they were not invented in China and then, there is more than one manufacturer in the United States that claims to have created them for the first time, however, their origin would be older. Yasuko Nakamachi, a researcher at the University of Kanagawa almost certainly says that fortune cookies were created in Japan, according to a New York Times article. In the late 1990s, he looked outside of Kyoto, he saw that shape familiar to fortune cookies at a family-owned bakery called Sohonke Hogyokudo. The family has owned it for three generations and they point out that the cookie tradition already existed. The Japanese bakery has used the same 23 fortunes for decades . In...

3 easy recipes for a dinner under 300 calories

6Jan

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3 easy recipes for a dinner under 300 calories

Many people believe that skipping dinner is the way to lose weight more efficiently, yet it is a misconception with very little support. The truth is that in recent months it has become a common and very recurring practice that is used with the aim of "saving calories." While the benefits of eating less are proven and are directly related to longevity , quality of life, healthy weight, and disease prevention. A healthy, light and low calorie dinner is associated with extraordinary and positive effects on losing weight and sleeping better. In fact, there are scientific references, such as the research published in Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition , in which they state that there is no evidence indicating that dining promotes obesity. Although it is a fact that the co...

4 alternatives to disinfect food without using iodine

6Jan

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4 alternatives to disinfect food without using iodine

Washing fruits and vegetables well prior to consumption is one of the most essential hygiene and food safety measures. According to information revealed by the World Health Organization (WHO) it is one of the most important health habits and key in the prevention of diseases. The truth is that washing fruits and vegetables can eliminate bacteria . This is because they are foods that are obtained from the earth, in which it is very normal for bacteria such as E. Coli to be found, one of the main responsible for stomach poisoning , which results in symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and fever . However, all these types of products may contain pathogenic microorganisms and other chemicals that are related to health conditions. Taking into account the information revealed by the...

How to eat broccoli and other crucifers without having inflammation

6Jan

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How to eat broccoli and other crucifers without having inflammation

The broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and kale belong to the family Brassicaceae, formerly called cruciferous . With them you can prepare delicious dishes and they are also very nutritious . The only drawback that some people find when consuming them is that they cause gas and bloating , so we will see how this effect can be avoided. How to consume them without causing swelling? Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli can cause gas and bloating because of their fiber and carbohydrate content . These vegetables have a complex sugar called raffinose. Cooking can break down raffinose. Chop the crucifers and let them rest a little . Slice them finely to break up the crispy membranes, then make a soup out of them. Chopping creates beneficial phytochemicals, and cooking removes some compounds...

6Jan

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Are tortillas good for you?

Whether you use tortillas for classic dishes like tacos and enchiladas or non-traditional dishes and turn them into rolled sandwiches or tortilla pizzas, tortillas have become very popular. Sales have increased 5 to 9% each year since 1996, according to the Tortilla Industry Association. And there are many more options on the market than traditional varieties of corn and flour. There are tortillas with spinach, low-carb, cauliflower- based, and even green tints. Many people believe that tortillas are a healthier option than bread, and some of the non-traditional options appear to be healthier. But, really, how good are they for you? The short answer is, it depends. “The fact that tortillas are flat and don't appear dense compared to bread or other grain products adds to their appe...

The strangest food habits in the world that few dare to try

6Jan

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The strangest food habits in the world that few dare to try

In the different corners of the planet there are dishes of all kinds, some of them very rare and with ingredients so strange that they are not suitable for all stomachs. American fried brain sandwich In some areas of the United States, such as the Ohio River Valley, this curious dish is still on the menu: a fried brain sandwich, usually with leftover pork brains , served with mustard and pickled onions. Mongolian Sheep Eye Juice In Mongolia the traditional cure for alcohol sickness is a glass filled with tomato juice, vinegar and sheep's eyes. They claim that it is packed with vitamins. If you eat Fugu , in Japan, you may not live to tell the tale. Fugu is the Japanese word for puffer fish and a dish made from its meat. It is deadly poisonous due to its tetrodotoxin , requiring prof...

Who watches 5G radiation (and what are its real risks)

6Jan

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Who watches 5G radiation (and what are its real risks)

Dozens of antennas, bluetooth devices and hundreds of mobile phones surround and radiate us every day. Not to mention 5G telephony that, it seems, will end life on Earth. So much radiation can't be good! Who controls exposure levels and possible health effects? Risk perception Electromagnetic fields have been present in nature since before the appearance of man. Sunlight, cosmic rays, storms, and natural terrestrial radiation are sources of exposure to these fields. In the mid-1990s, mobile phone antenna networks began to be deployed. Although they were made with international technical standards, which already took into account the protection of the population, not enough information was offered in this regard. Despite a quick reaction from organizations, operators and experts,...

I want to make a podcast, where do I start?

6Jan

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I want to make a podcast, where do I start?

Although the podcast format is not new or recent at all, since 2018 it has been on the rise and with significant growth within content creators. We can even see that today most have "broken" a bit with what was the original format of doing it only in audio and have added the possibility of having it also in video. This has been mainly because content marketing statistics have let us know that users consume hours and hours of online videos and that, among their preferences, videomarketing tends to stand out. In fact, according to CISCO research, 82% of Internet traffic by 2022 will come from videos. On the other hand, Statista conducted a survey where 54.9% prefer to watch short videos compared to other formats such as series and movies. This already gives us a projection on how...

How cybercrooks convert paper checks stolen from mailboxes into cryptocurrencies like bitcoin

6Jan

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How cybercrooks convert paper checks stolen from mailboxes into cryptocurrencies like bitcoin

Mailboxes are increasingly becoming the scene of a crime. GregAIT/E+ via Getty Images David Maimon, Georgia State University While cybercrime gets a lot of attention from law enforcement and the media these days, I’ve been documenting a less high-tech threat emerging in recent months: a surge in stolen checks. Criminals are increasingly targeting U.S. Postal Service and personal mailboxes to pilfer filled-out checks and sell them over the internet using social media platforms. The buyers then alter the payee and amount listed on the checks to rob victims’ bank accounts of thousands of dollars. While the banks themselves typically bear the financial burden and reimburse targeted accounts, criminals can use the checks to steal victims’ identities, which can have severe consequences. ...

Facial recognition: who is the actual owner of our faces?

6Jan

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Facial recognition: who is the actual owner of our faces?

Who does your face belong to? Of course, a silly question… right? But what about the data generated from your face? And what does it mean for your face to become data? There is already a lot of data on millions of faces. We have offered our faces on social networks and in photos stored in the cloud. But we have not yet determined who owns the data associated with the contours of our faces. In the era of great technologies, we have to reflect on the expectations that we can and should have about who has access to our faces. The recent riots in the United States Capitol have put the issue in the spotlight, since facial recognition becomes a vital tool to identify those who participated in the protest: What is the power of facial recognition technology? Are we ready to take ...

How to check if your Facebook personal data has been leaked

5Jan

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How to check if your Facebook personal data has been leaked

Among the data that has been exposed on the network are phone numbers, Facebook passwords, full names, locations, dates of birth and in some cases email addresses Couple of months back it was announced that a group of pirates computer scientists is offering free information on data from more than 500 millions of Facebook users, including phone numbers, passwords, and email. The database appears to be the same set of phone numbers linked to Facebook that has been circulating on hacker networks since last year and whose existence was first reported by the technology publication Motherboard , said Alon Gal, co-founder of Israeli cybercrime intelligence firm Hudson Rock. The information in the database had been verified by comparing the data with the telephone numbers of e peopl...

Careful! Don’t be fooled by WhatsApp Pink

5Jan

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Careful! Don’t be fooled by WhatsApp Pink

A fake WhatsApp update is circulating on the Internet that apparently will give you a pink look to the interface and your messages but in reality it is a scam WhatsApp is one of the most popular and downloaded applications in the world, since millions of people can be connected with others, no matter where they are in the world, just by sending a message instantly . But also for this reason, WhatsApp is usually an app highly persecuted by scammers, who dedicate themselves to make fake versions so that people will fall for them and download them easily. WhatsApp Pink (pink) is a version of the popular messaging application that offers a new look to users who install it, but who By clicking on the link you share, you infect the cell phone to gain complete control. The suppos...

National Keto Diet Day: A look into Top 10 Foods important to Ketosis

5Jan

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National Keto Diet Day: A look into Top 10 Foods important to Ketosis

The growing popularity of the ketogenic or “Keto” diet is largely due to its potential benefits for weight loss and blood sugar control. From a dietary pattern that focuses on strong carbohydrate restriction and high fat intake, which has also been linked to benefits for treating certain types of cancer, Alzheimer's disease, and other conditions. However, according to experts, higher quality research is still needed to determine its long-term safety and efficacy. The ketogenic diet generally limits carbohydrates to 20 to 50 grams per day. And there are different ways to handle it: while some people count total carbohydrate intake, others focus on counting net carbs, which is total carbs minus fiber. This is because fiber is not digestible, so your body cannot break it down or absorb it. Th...

Apple becomes the world’s first company valued at $3 billion

5Jan

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Apple becomes the world’s first company valued at $3 billion

This January 3, Apple, the company founded by Steve Jobs, officially and for a brief period of time became the first company to be valued at $3 billion in the world. To put that in context, if Apple were a country, it would be the fifth largest economy in the world, behind Germany, but ahead of the UK. Apple's stock price must cross $182.86 to sustain that valuation. In August 2018, the iPhone maker became the first company to cross the $ 1 billion mark. Afterward it hit the $2 billion mark on August 20, 2020 . As of this writing, Apple's stock is trading at $ 182.01. This means that the company posted impressive profits of over 40% over the past year. To boost sales, Apple CEO Tim Cook looked to expand to new products like AirPods and the Apple TV + streaming service. Since...

What is aquamation, the alternative that is promoted as “more ecological” than cremation

5Jan

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What is aquamation, the alternative that is promoted as “more ecological” than cremation

Archbishop Desmond Tutu, hero of the struggle against apartheid and Nobel Peace Prize winner, who died on December 26, requested that his body be subjected to aquamation. It was "what I aspired to as an environmental activist," said the Rev. Michael Weeder. And it is that this procedure is presented by its promoters as a "more ecological" alternative to cremation. The technique reduces the bodies to ashes , as would happen with a cremation, but without the need for combustion. According to the UK-based company Resomation, an "independent environmental analysis" showed that using cremation with water instead of flames reduced the greenhouse gas emissions from that funeral by approximately 35%." For its part, the company Bio-Response, which specializes in the process in the Un...