Photo by Daniel Frank from Pexels Dental hygiene is an important element of general health, and caring for your teeth and gums is critical for avoiding a variety of oral health issues. It is our obligation as dental practitioners to educate our patients about the significance of oral hygiene and to give them the tools and instruments they need to preserve their oral health. We will cover the relevance of oral hygiene products in dental care and how they may assist avoid oral health concerns in this blog article.

Why Is Oral Hygiene Important?

Oral hygiene is critical for keeping your teeth and gums healthy. Poor oral hygiene may result in a variety of oral health issues, such as tooth decay, gum disease, and poor breath. These disorders may have a severe influence on your overall health as well as your dental health. Plaque buildup on the teeth, for example, causes tooth decay. Plaque is a sticky coating of germs that accumulates on the teeth and, if not removed, may cause cavities. Gum disease, on the other hand, is caused by plaque and tartar buildup on the teeth, which causes inflammation and infection of the gums. Maintaining proper oral hygiene may help to avoid both tooth decay and gum disease. This involves brushing and flossing the teeth on a regular basis, as well as utilizing oral hygiene products such as mouthwash and interdental brushes.

The Value of Oral Hygiene Supplies

Oral hygiene supplies are necessary equipment and devices that aid in the maintenance of healthy teeth and gums. Items like as toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, interdental brushes, and mouthwash are among them. These products are intended to eliminate plaque and food particles from the teeth while also freshening the breath. Toothbrushes and toothpaste work together to clean the teeth of plaque. Brush the teeth gently in a circular motion for at least two minutes using a toothbrush with soft bristles. Fluoride toothpaste helps to build the enamel and prevent tooth decay. Oral hygiene equipment such as floss and interdental brushes are also vital. Floss is used to clean between the teeth and removes plaque and food particles that a toothbrush cannot reach. Interdental brushes are little cone-shaped brushes used to clean between teeth and along the gum line. Another crucial oral hygiene item is mouthwash. It may aid in the freshening of the breath and the killing of germs that cause foul breath. Fluoride is added to several types of mouthwash, which helps to build the enamel and prevent tooth decay.

Conclusion

It is our obligation as dental practitioners to educate our patients about the significance of oral hygiene and to give them the tools and instruments they need to preserve their oral health. Brushes, toothpaste, floss, interdental brushes, and mouthwash are all necessary for preserving the health of one's teeth and gums. Patients may avoid a broad variety of oral health issues and preserve their general health by utilizing these items on a regular basis and practicing excellent oral hygiene.

Photo by Ella Olsson from Pexels There is no one healthy way to eat for most individuals, although there are healthy foods and eating habits. A low-carb diet, however, may swiftly return raised A1C readings to a healthy range in adults with prediabetes, according to research published in JAMA Network Open. However, although this study found significant advantages to low-carb meals for blood sugar management, Dr. Giulio Romeo, assistant medical director of the Adult Diabetes Section at the Harvard-affiliated Joslin Diabetes Center, questions whether such a strict approach is practicable in ordinary life. "Clearly, this research demonstrates that a low-carb — borderline very-low-carb — diet is successful in lowering A1C values, which are a measure of blood sugar over the past three months," he adds. "However, it may or may not be long-term sustainable." An estimated 96 million American individuals have prediabetes. This illness is characterized by blood sugar levels that are higher than usual and puts patients at a greater risk of acquiring full-blown diabetes.

Which foods were participants in the research instructed to consume — or avoid?

This randomized clinical study involved 150 older persons with untreated prediabetes or less severe diabetes, which is considered the gold standard in scientific research. All were obese (average BMI 35), with approximately three-quarters being women and 59% being Black. Over the course of six months, half of the participants were randomly allocated to a low-carb diet with periodic nutritional counseling, while the other half ate their normal diet. Low-carb participants were required to maintain carbohydrate levels below 40 grams per day for the first three months — about the amount of carbohydrates in an English muffin and an apple. During months four through six, their carbohydrate restriction was less than 60 grams per day. Participants should consume non-starchy vegetables, fish, poultry, lean meat, eggs, olive oil, avocados, nuts and seeds, Greek yogurt, low-carb milk, and modest quantities of cheese, according to the researchers. Other dairy, fruits, legumes, beans, and grains were suggested to be limited or avoided. Throughout the trial, the low-carb individuals were given a variety of items, including olive oil, green beans, tomatoes, tuna, non-sugar sweeteners, almonds, and low-carb snacks and drinks.

What did the research discover?

Three and six months into the experiment, all participants had blood tests. Participants who followed a low-carb diet improved their A1C and fasting blood glucose levels more than those who followed a standard diet after six months. They also shed 13 pounds on average. Despite being modest, the A1C improvements reflected a roughly 60% reduction in the chance of acquiring diabetes over the following three years. "The drop in A1C was larger in white individuals compared to black participants, which is essential to note," Dr. Romeo explains. "The research helps us understand if the reaction to a low-carb diet is equivalent across races by adding a large number of Black people. It does not seem to be in this experiment."

Was the low-carb diet the sole element that contributed to improved blood sugar control?

No. Dr. Romeo says it's hard to know how much weight reduction among low-carb individuals contributed to improved blood sugar management. Losing fat aids in the reduction of insulin resistance. "That implies your body will react to the action of the insulin you produce more efficiently," he explains. "That is certainly extremely beneficial." However, he believes that two direct impacts of the low-carb strategy may also be to blame for the blood glucose fluctuation. Making your body depend on sources of energy other than carbs reduces your hunger. Furthermore, when you consume more carbohydrates, your pancreas must create more insulin. Eating fewer carbohydrates decreases the pancreas' workload and improves insulin resistance independently of weight reduction. Other research limitations, such as the comprehensive dietary counseling provided to low-carb groups and self-reporting of daily meals, may have biased outcomes. Dr. Romeo also mentioned that the research was neither big nor long-term, both of which would have bolstered its conclusions. "It doesn't necessarily address how durable this low-carb diet is," he adds, adding that a 12-month or 18-month trial would be beneficial. "However, I believe it is a significant step in that direction."

Can a sensible approach to carbohydrates make a difference?

Not everyone with prediabetes will be willing or able to reduce their carbohydrate consumption to the severe levels used in the research. However, reducing even a little amount of carbohydrates may result in blood sugar and weight management advantages, according to Dr. Romeo. "The rather high carbohydrate consumption that we've all been used to — bread, sweets, starchy veggies — may be dialed down a little," he adds. "Not only does this lower the risk of diabetes, but it may also aid in weight reduction."

Photo by Sora Shimazaki from Pexels When you start applying for employment, you will almost certainly be required to submit a résumé. The resume serves many functions. The primary function of a resume is to convey information. This document gives you the opportunity to emphasize your education, experience, and talents. Employers will use this information to decide whether or not you are qualified for the post. Second, your CV is often your first impression. Many times, you apply for jobs without ever meeting the hiring manager or anybody in human resources. Remember that first impressions are everything, so make sure your CV is professional and error-free. If you don't put effort into your CV, the company may presume you won't put effort into the work. Finally, bear in mind that your CV will not get you employed. You receive an interview because of your résumé. You want to provide the company with enough information to recognize that you are qualified and that they want to learn more about you. The interview will assist them in determining if they are a suitable match for the role and company. In this essay, I'll go through what information you should include on your resume to be noticed.

Starting Over

Starting to write your résumé might be intimidating. Instead of attempting to insert content into a resume style, it might be beneficial to begin by just writing down facts and experience. This is what I call an Experience List. Consider your previous work, volunteer experience, interests or membership in clubs or organizations, and education. Don't bother about spelling or grammar. Simply begin to jot down job names, employers, dates, and summaries of your accomplishments. Once you've got everything down, you can start organizing and formatting it into a resume.

Information on How to Contact Us

Your contact information should always be included in the initial section of your resume. This includes your name (in the biggest type possible on your resume), address, phone number, and email address. For your safety and privacy, do not provide your home address if you submit your resume online where individuals other than the employer may read it. Keep in mind that providing your contact information on your resume implies that employers will use it. Make sure your voicemail message is professional and that you have a professional email address. Your email address is probably not the ideal one to use if it is [email protected]. If necessary, you may establish a new email address for free using Google, Yahoo, or other websites. Just keep an eye on it on a regular basis. You should also remove any personal information such as your social security number, birth date, gender, marital status, picture, and so on.

Objective/Summary

On their CV, some people add an aim or summary. If you provide one of these, it will appear after your contact information. An aim is a brief sentence that describes the sort of job you want. This is optional, and if you need more space on your resume, you may want to leave it off. You could wish to add a summary instead, which can offer an employer with the highlights of your resume. This will be one of the first things an employer sees and will contain a summary of your experience and credentials. Consider providing the first thing an employer should know about you.

Experience

The most significant area of your CV is the experience section. Employers want to examine your experience to determine whether you are qualified for the post. You should add past employment and any relevant experience in this area. Your position or work title, name of the company, location, state, and dates of employment should all be included in each entry (typically month and year). Then, using bullet points, compose words that begin with action verbs to outline your accomplishments and define what you accomplished in that job. Personal pronouns such as I, me, or mine should be avoided. It is critical to consider what the company is looking for and to include everything related to that job in your resume. You are not need to mention everything you performed on the job. Choose to discuss the aspects of your employment that are most relevant to the position you are now seeking. This also implies that you may need to adapt and alter your resume for each job you apply for.

Skills

If you wish to showcase certain talents, such as computer, technical, or equipment expertise, you may want to create a distinct skills section. Avoid "soft" abilities like communication and organizing. This part should include additional technical abilities related to the roles you are looking for. Use job advertisements to learn about the abilities that the company is seeking.

Education

Your greatest level of education should be listed first, followed by any applicable earlier degrees or diplomas. You should also mention any applicable training, certificates, or licenses.

References

Although references are required as part of your application, they do not need to be included on your CV. It is preferable to construct a separate resume page from your resume. You may offer complete contact information for 3-4 references after listing the same contact information at the top of the page. When applying for a job, you may also provide recommendations on your application. These are the fundamental components of a resume. You may need to add new ones to better represent your expertise. Sections such as Volunteer Experience or Community Service, Professional Development, and so on are often included. The beautiful thing about resumes is that you can customize them to showcase and match your experience. Don't feel obligated to make your résumé appear like someone else's. You want to be noticed!

Photo by Vojtech Okenka from Pexels We've all had jobs we didn't like or firms we didn't want to work for. Most of us have been able to drag ourselves out of bed and into the office to do our duties. But, once there, are you going through the motions with your head down or complicating matters for yourself and your employer? A toxic worker is someone who intentionally engages in disruptive or destructive activities to people or property. These individuals are dubbed "toxic" because their level of deliberate negativity often spills over into the people and surroundings around them. Exhibiting indicators that you despise your job is not the same as showing signs that you are a toxic employee.

You Make Complaints

Complaints regarding work are not commonplace. Even people who appreciate what they do may find themselves bending a friend's or loved one's ear to get something off their chest. When it comes to workplace complaints, there is a proper and wrong ways to go about it. It will be noticed if you obtain an unexpected task and quickly complain about it. You may not know it, but whining about unexpected work is branding you as someone with a low work ethic. You've crossed the line if you can find a cause to complain about nearly anything to anybody who will listen. A toxic employee will complain loudly about being assigned assignments that are within the scope of their work or about a supervisor or colleague. You're spreading negativity all around you if you realize you don't care who hears your complaints.

You Have Gossip

Gossiping about coworkers is not acceptable in the workplace. Even if you work with a close friend or confidant, the rumor spreads. If you spend your time criticizing people or focusing on the bad, you'll create a similar reputation. Office gossip is readily identified, and it doesn't take long for your coworkers to determine they don't trust you and don't want to build a connection with you. Depending on your position inside the organization, gossiping might cost you your job. Those in confidential finance or human resources cannot afford to be perceived as gossip.

You Are Less Productive Than Your Coworkers

Everyone's eight hours aren't always the same. If you consistently perform the bare minimum to retain your job, you are not developing yourself into a valued employee. If you have a "to-do" list or a series of emails that require replies but choose to play on Facebook instead, you are doing a disservice to everyone around you. Employees who do just enough to get by seldom recognize that the job they don't get to or refuse to accomplish falls on the shoulders of others. Your team colleagues will most likely grow irritated with you since you do half of what they do.

Nobody Wants to Work with You

A genuinely toxic employee will fail to recognize that others do not want to work with them. While they may not directly hear these remarks, the HR leader or their supervisor most certainly will. It is fairly unusual for leaders to get feedback indicating that their staff would prefer to work with someone more talented or capable. Work teams seldom complain about someone who works hard but has strong opinions or who expects a lot of herself and others. These folks may have more difficult personalities to manage, but they get the job done. When coworkers or customers refuse to work with you, you know your toxicity has reached a critical level.

You Do Not Follow The Rules

Are you often late for work and don't explain why to your boss? Do you eat longer meals without being asked? Do you depart early if you want to yet lack permission? Workplace policies and procedures are in place for a purpose. Their goal is to provide balance, equality, and structure to a work announcement. If you disregard the rules or believe you are above them, you are instilling that belief in others. One of two things is very likely to occur: 1. Your coworkers will grow irritated with you and perceive you to be lethargic or unpleasant. 2. If you disregard existing regulations and no one holds you responsible, your coworkers may see you as receiving preferential treatment and despise you. In any case, it's not going to help your professional connections at work.

You've Got a Lot of Excuses

Do you accept responsibility for missing a deadline or do you blame someone or anything else? A toxic employee will have a ready-made justification for practically every circumstance. Employees that make long excuses for everything become a burden to work with, whether it's because they loathe hearing criticism or because they dread failing. When your reasons for why you can't accomplish something exceed the times you get things done, coworkers and bosses notice. Toxic personnel can deplete workplace morale and lower the quality of work produced by an organization. No employee is flawless, but showing the indicators of a toxic worker is a definite way to jeopardize your career. Examine your workplace actions to ensure you're setting yourself up for success.

Photo by Steven Hylands from Pexels Dublin has evolved into a global metropolis while retaining a particular taste for literature, history, and culture. Travelers may enjoy superb contemporary food and music to suit all preferences in the world's friendliest capital.

Wildlife

Phoenix Park, at four square miles (seven square kilometers), is Europe's biggest walled city park and home to a huge herd of wild deer. They are most visible near the Papal Cross, where Pope John Paul II conducted mass in 1979, and the Castleknock Gate. The population is around 400 people every year, with 220 births per year.

Natural Enchantment

At Velvet Strand in Portmarnock, you'll feel a million miles away from the metropolis. This eight-kilometer length of beach connects Baldoyle to Malahide and is just 14 kilometers from O'Connell Street and less than half an hour on the DART, offering spectacular views of the Dublin Mountains and the islands of Ireland's Eye and Lambay.

National Recreation Area

"Dublin can be nirvana at 11 a.m. with coffee and a walk across Stephen's Green." The words of "The Dublin Saunter" perfectly capture the ambiance of this city park, which is rich in history and teems with office workers on bright days. The ducks in the pond have survived the Easter Rising of 1916 and have seen generations of courting couples pass by.

Archaeological Location

Before the erection of municipal offices over an important Viking archaeological site at Wood Quay in 1978, there was great uproar. Viking Dublin, however, may still be admired at the neighboring Dublinia museum, and remnants of the ancient city walls can be seen from the municipal buildings.

UNESCO World Heritage Site

Dublin is one of the world's only 28 UNESCO Cities of Literature, and practically every street and bar has been portrayed in a tale, book, or song. The Dublin Literary Pub Crawl is a great opportunity to see places frequented by Patrick Kavanagh and Brendan Behan, such as the Palace Bar and Davy Byrnes. Adult tickets are €14 online.

Cultural Understanding

At the Guinness Hop Store, you can learn how to pour a pint. Discover the history of this black liquid and the influence it has had on the city's fabric from its inception as significant employment in 1759. Finish your tour with a drink of Guinness and spectacular rooftop views of Christ Church Cathedral and The Four Courts.

The Best Day Trip

The DART is an economical method to seek adventure, costing 11.70 euros per day. The network follows the shore of Dublin Bay, with its most easterly terminal at Howth. A charming port and fishing hamlet to the north (watch for the wild seals inside the pier), a cliff walk, Howth Castle and a public golf course with vistas to match the greatest in the world are all part of this gorgeous peninsula.

Away from the Tourist Trail

Skip Temple Bar and make your way up Drury Street. Dubliners go to fashionable pubs like Fade Street Social, The Hairy Lemon, and Peter's Pub. You'll enjoy a more real Dublin experience and have the opportunity to meet locals. The "pub with no name" opens late on weekends and is difficult to locate, but the atmosphere and mystery are well worth the effort.

The Most Iconic Location

Trinity College is Dublin's beating heart, as well as the famed Book of Kells from the ninth century. A tour across the campus allows for contemplation on the architectural changes that have occurred in Dublin throughout the ages, as well as the value of education to the Irish. The Nassau Street gate opens near Kildare Street and the National Museum, where visitors may see the Ardagh Chalice and Cross of Cong for free. The Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) is situated in one of Ireland's oldest classical structures, the Royal Hospital Kilmainham. The museum, built in 1680 and modeled after Les Invalides in Paris, welcomes tourists to meander around the formal gardens after studying the greatest in modern Irish art.

Photo by Anthony Beck from Pexels What makes Saudi Arabia such an enticing international vacation destination? We believe it is because Arabia has not been accessible to visitors for as long as anybody can remember. Furthermore, the unknown sites in Arabia are a tremendous treat for everyone who enjoys trying new things. From magnificent coral reefs and arid rock formations to ancient sites like Mada'In Saleh and old Jeddah, the Middle East is a treasure mine of discoveries. Although there are many tourist attractions in Saudi Arabia and Arab marvels, World Travel Magazine has chosen the 10 most wonderful experiences to have in Saudi Arabia. What are the Top 10 Amazing Things to Do in Saudi Arabia?

1. The Tomb of Eve in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

A cemetery regarded as the burial location of the first woman, Eve, is located in the old city of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia's second-largest city. This mausoleum is so famous that the city where it is located is named after the lady who is buried there. Eve is usually regarded as humanity's grandmother, and the Arabic word for Grandmother is Jeddah. Since roughly the 12th century, when Ibn Jubayr noted it in his travelogues, the tomb has been the subject of stories. The Eve Tomb is, without a doubt, one of the most well-known sites in Saudi Arabia. Unfortunately, Prince Faisal, Viceroy of Hejaz, demolished a portion of the cemetery in 1928. Because the prince did not wish to encourage idolatry, religious officials covered it with concrete in 1975. Nonetheless, before it was ignored to avoid idolatry, the tomb was around 130m long, three meters broad, and six meters high. The tomb is also mentioned in the original versions of A Thousand Nights and A Night. Eve's grave, which is now situated in one of the oldest cemeteries in Jeddah's Al Balad neighborhood, is unquestionably one of the top ten things to see while visiting Saudi Arabia.

2. Thee (Zee) Ain Ancient Village in Saudi Arabia's Bidah Valley

This old settlement in Western Saudi Arabia's Bidah Valley is nothing short of an antique paradise. Since the community was founded in the eighth century CE, the polished stone homes flanked by mountains on three sides have remained mostly unchanged. It was the site of several tribal battles until King Abdul Aziz united the Kingdom, making it one of the few UNESCO World Heritage Sites on this list. This ancient town, named after a local mountain spring, is one of the greatest tourist destinations in Saudi Arabia. The Zee Ain hamlet, known for its crops such as bananas, Kadi, basil, lemon, and palm, consists of 49 buildings based on the Medamik wall system. Nine of the 49 residences have just one level, 19 have two floors, 11 have three floors, and ten have four. Sider wood is used to roof each building. Zee Ain is 24 kilometers from Al-Baha. Visit Zee Ain's historic village to see an excellent example of a traditional building that is environmentally friendly. The Ain Village is one of the most beautiful sites in Saudi Arabia.

3. Qasim, Saudi Arabia Dune Bashing

If a dune-bashing safari isn't on your list of Arabian activities, you should make one. Dune Bashing is an exciting adventure over the region's vast desert dunes. This is your opportunity to go behind the wheel of a 4x4 and mix off-road mud and hill driving with a course guide. So take a seat and enjoy your superb (sandy) journey! It is without a doubt one of the most exciting desert activities. A winter dunes bashing excursion combines 4x4 activity with a little camping to embrace Kashta culture. Go camel riding first, then sleep in the dunes beneath the warm glow of the winter stars. Then, with a cup of Arabic coffee, try sandboarding and dune bashing! Finally, end the evening with a magnificent firelit evening over a campfire, complete with traditional food and beverages. If you like, you may even go to one of the desert oases.

4. Saudi Arabia's Al Wahbah Salt Crater

Did seeing Netflix's 'Silent Sea' make you want to go to the moon? Was '2001: A Space Odyssey your go-to movie when you needed some solace? If you want to go on a space journey without leaving Earth, the Al Wahbah crater is the place to go. Because of its lunar similarity, the crater is on the list of renowned sites in Saudi Arabia. Al Wahbah is a volcanic salt crater around 250 kilometers from Ta'if that is 780 meters deep and 6.9 kilometers in circumference. Al Wahbah is a maar crater caused by subsurface volcanic activity (imagine magma colliding with subterranean water, resulting in a massive steam explosion) and is coated in white Sodium phosphate crystals at the bottom. The local folklore around its construction is legendary. Tamia and Cotton were the two mountains that existed before the crater. Tamia fell in love with Cotton when she was lighted by a lightning bolt one night. She promised to uproot herself in pursuit of her love, but her cousin Shelman shot her with an arrow before she could. The crater was made where she fell. Coming down to this location should take approximately an hour, but climbing back up may take a little longer. Pack for a picnic in any case. There are several picnic areas around the rim where you may relax with your loved ones and take in the lunar scenery!

5. The World's End - Jebel Fihrayn, Saudi Arabia

Consider the moment in 'Pride and Prejudice' when Lizzie Bennet stands on the ledge, pondering her life. The 'Edge of the World' is the Saudi equivalent of your thoughts with a view of beautiful golden desert dunes. This geological marvel is situated northwest of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia's capital city, and is surrounded by a rocky desert. This place gets its name from the view from the edge. Standing atop the cliff provides an unobstructed view of the horizon. Visiting the 'Edge of the World,' one of Saudi Arabia's major attractions, is undoubtedly at the top of Riyadh's list of things to do. You could even create a game out of it, and locate the many dry river beds and fossils while making your way to the 'window'. Climb down onto the lower plateau to go closer to the horizon, and then into the lengthier Tuwaiq Escarpment, which dips 1,000 feet into an old ocean bed. Of course, SUVs and cautious driving are required to reach Jebel Fihrayn. Lifetime reflections will come to you spontaneously after you've reached the end of the globe.

6. Saudi Arabia, Mada'In Saleh - Al Hijr

Mada'In Saleh, a city of ancient tombs cut into Sandstone, is located near Al Ula in the Medina Province. Mada'In Saleh was traditionally known as a Hegra by the Nabataean People, who created these graves, which are a joy for archaeologists. The group was founded by pastoral nomads who practiced oasis architecture and are said to have originated in the Hejaz area of northwest Saudi Arabia. Mada'In Saleh, the second UNESCO World Heritage Site on our list, comprises 131 magnificent rock-cut tombs - priceless relics from a bygone era. Petra's lesser-known cousin comprises tombs with exquisitely carved facades in identical styles. The graves are also strewn with inscriptions that provide access to the current understanding of Hegra. These quiet historical treasures, as well as Al Ula, help Saudi Arabia establish itself as a significant tourist destination for history aficionados. Finally, Qasr al-Farid is a single incomplete tomb that represents Mada'In Saleh. The city is renowned as 'The Capital of Monuments,' and its great historical significance earns it a place on Saudi Arabia's list of prominent sites.

7. Red Sea Outdoor Activities in Saudi Arabia

Only in 2019 did the Saudi government entirely open its doors to international visitors. As a result, the Saudi shoreline along the Red Sea and Persian Gulf coast is mostly unknown to the worldwide tourism community and, as such, provides a diverse range of activities and new marine parks to discover. You might perhaps lease a boat from the Red Sea Marina. Go snorkeling or scuba diving, or take a weekend sunset sail to the center of the sea. The whole Red Sea is effectively your oyster. You may even go beachfront camping (with coastguard approval, of course) or kitesurf on Jeddah beaches. The Red Sea deep-sea diving adventures, however, take the top rank on this list. Visit Saudi Arabia's underwater landmarks. The first stop is at Abu Galawa to see the undiscovered Galawa reefs. Schools of Barracuda may be seen here, as well as the occasional encounter with hammerhead or tiger sharks. Then, between two reefs, see the largest shipwreck in the Jeddah region. The Ann Ann sunk in 1977 and currently resides in perfect peace with nature, with blue-spotted stingrays living in her rudder. The Cable Wreck, which is the wreck of the Staphonos from 1978, is another shipwreck to explore. The guitarfish may be seen at this shipwreck.

8. Saudi Arabia's King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival

Falconry is the use of trained birds of prey to hunt wild animals. It is a popular sport in several Middle Eastern nations, including the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Saudi Falcons Club hosts an annual international event called the King Abdulaziz Festival of Falconry. The event will include falcon owners from the Kingdome and the Gulf Cooperation Council. It is included in our list of things to do in Saudi Arabia because of its cultural and international importance. This is the biggest falconry festival in the world, intended to promote and preserve Saudi Arabia's unique cultural heritage. Falcons were formerly captured and taught by nomads to aid in hunting and feeding their families. After the season, they were released back into the wild. This celebration has broken several world records and is a must-see for everyone visiting the Kingdom during the winter. You can see the actual spirit and culture of Saudi Arabia here.

9. Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Al Balad

Al Balad is the heart of Jeddah's historic district. Because of its existence from the 7th century, the whole area of the ancient town is a UNESCO world historic site. Al Balad is a living monument to Jeddah's past, with stunning mosques and traditional and historical buildings. There are many districts in the city. The Al-Nassif House and the Al-Jamjoom House are two of the city's most well-known and oldest structures. This walk down memory lane takes you to one of Saudi Arabia's oldest and most beautiful sites. The ancient city has 600 historical structures that are approximately 500 years old, as well as more than 30 mosques and five souks (traditional commercial complexes). Allow yourself to be immersed in this beautiful and colorful trip as you go through the small alleyways, multi-story mud-brick dwellings, and stone structures. You may, for example, begin at the village majlis at the replica of the Jeddah gate, then go to the Saidi bakery, which locals swear by for fresh bread. Then, go to the pilgrimage path to see the cylindrical rowshan, and then take a diversion to the Baeshen House to witness the characteristic coral stone and timber Al Balad architecture.

10. Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia, Judah Thumb and Yellow Lake

The Devil's Thumb, also known as the Judah Thumb, is a magnificent rock structure that stands alone in the Arabian Desert's An Nafud area. It is roughly 160 kilometers from Dhahran and near to Judah (the town). In the vast desert, the rock stands out like a sore thumb. The drive is readily completed with an SUV, and around the thumb are many escapements where you may be stunned by rock formations and caverns. Perhaps you could camp out at night if you prefer desert camps and the beautiful night sky. The Yellow Lake, situated on the outskirts of Al Ahsa city, is a significant wetland small lake generated by runoff from the region's 22,000 farms. Despite being supplied by runoff, the lake is a historical site recognized for its fauna, including numerous plant types and migratory bird visits twice a year. Rent an SUV and drive down to the lake for a lunch with free time to explore the hills that overlook the lake! Saudi Arabia should be at the top of your list if you are seeking for an exceptional foreign vacation location that still provides lots of discoveries and fresh experiences. Saudi Arabia has been closed to tourists for far too long, despite having a variety of historic and contemporary attractions to discover, so there are plenty of surprises in store for visitors.

Photo by Karolina Grabowska from Pexels Bloating is a difficult (and annoying) problem that many individuals have, and although it may be caused by a variety of dietary factors, hormones may also play a role, particularly in menopausal women. It's no secret that your body moves and changes throughout time, but why does menopause affect bloating? We feel that determining the main cause is critical, therefore we investigated what precisely menopausal bloat is and what you can do to find relief and rejuvenate comfort in your body.

What causes bloating in the abdomen during menopause?

The two principal female sex hormones are estrogen and progesterone, and their levels change as you approach menopause, which may trigger certain unfavorable effects in your body. "Too little or too much progesterone may certainly cause a woman to feel bloated," says Wendie Trubow, M.D., a functional medicine expert. "Typically, once a woman enters menopause, it is due to a lack of progesterone, thus we suggest evaluating the levels." These hormonal alterations might have a direct impact on your health. "At first, the decrease and stoppage of ovulation results in a drop of progesterone, followed by variations in estrogen levels and, finally, a reduction of estrogen below the threshold required for menstruation," says holistic OBGYN Eden Fromberg, DO. "By definition, menopause is the cessation of menstruation for a complete year, accompanied by certain hormonal alterations." The body may retain more fluid than normal at this period, resulting in menopausal bloating. As a result, targeting fluid retention in particular might be beneficial in easing these changes inside your body.

Menopause belly bloat remedies

One of the greatest strategies to reduce belly bloat during menopause is to target fluid retention, and there are various approaches you may utilize to do so. Consider the following if you've been experiencing menopausal tummy bloat:

1. Consuming lots of water

If your body is retaining water, it may be an indication that you need to drink more, not less. "Adequate fluid intake is crucial, and reducing fluid consumption does not address fluid retention," says Fromberg. "Restricting fluids, in fact, decreases regularity, which is another factor to bloating."

2. Incorporating a mindful eating strategy

As previously said, your diet has a significant influence on bloating, even outside of menopause, so keeping track of trigger foods might be beneficial. "Bloating may be caused by processed foods, cold foods, gas-producing foods, greasy meals, gluten, and foods containing sugar, sweets, and refined carbs," says Fromberg. "The gut microbiome is made up of immune-sensitive organisms that line our small and large intestines, and these vital microorganisms are particularly sensitive to sugar, sweets, and processed carbs." Cut down on sweets and processed snack foods and replace them with probiotic-rich items like live culture yogurt, fermented foods like kimchi, and even sauerkraut.

3. Consuming a probiotic

Aside from eating probiotic-rich foods, taking a tailored supplement is another way to provide your stomach with what it requires.

4. Stress management

Of course, stress may contribute to bloating, and controlling emotions of overload in your daily life will have an impact on your general health. "The ovaries get their blood and nerve supply from the adrenal glands, and these endocrine organs are both hormonally and physically sensitive to each other's activities," explains Fromberg, explaining how stress and menopause are linked. "With the start of menopause, the adrenals may become more stress sensitive due to the ovaries' lack of support." Regular exercise, healthy sleep, breathwork, and giving yourself time to relax and recuperate are all fantastic ways to relieve stress and promote your general well-being.

When to consult a doctor

While occasional bloating is typical, if it isn't responding to healthy lifestyle changes, Fromberg advises consulting with a health care expert to determine if there is a better course of treatment.

The main point

Menopause is already a significant shift in your body, so it's reasonable to be annoyed by newly appearing bloat. However, being aware of your gut health may help you feel more at ease in your body and improve general well-being. It's vital to remember that treating your health holistically is the greatest way to feel wonderful.

Photo by Pixabay from Pexels Happiness and health are more inextricably linked than you would believe. A healthy lifestyle may improve your mood and happiness, while a good mentality can help you live longer and prevent bad habits. You don't have to run marathons to age properly; there are things you can take. Here are five easy things you may do to improve your mood:

Exercise

The term "exercise" sends chills down many people's spines. But it doesn't have to be frightening. Instead, it should be an enjoyable and safe activity that you can do with your friends and family. Exercise is, in fact, one of the most powerful drugs we have...and it is free! Simply walking for 10 minutes at a time may lower your risk of heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and stroke. Exercise may help you lose weight and maintain your bones and muscles in good shape. It may relieve arthritic pain and even aid with anxiety. Experts suggest at least 150 minutes (2 hours and 30 minutes) of moderate-intensity physical exercise each week. That equates to 30 minutes every day, five days a week.

Eat Correctly

We all eat on a daily basis, but we don't always eat well. A well-balanced diet is another important aspect of good aging. Good eating, like exercise, may lower your risk of heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and stroke. Experts advise us to consume fruits and vegetables every day and to minimize meals heavy in fat, cholesterol, and salt. Seniors should also make sure they are getting enough calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin B12 every day.

Do Not Smoke

Smoking significantly raises your risk of heart disease, stroke, and cancer. Fortunately, it is never too late to give up. Even if you've been smoking for a long time, quitting may help you feel better right away and is the single most essential thing you can do to enhance your health. Quitting smoking might be challenging, but if you are ready, aid is available now.

Consult Your Doctor

Even if you are feeling terrific, it is still necessary to see your doctor on a regular basis. Several preventative interventions may assist healthy persons in remaining so. Immunizations against influenza, pneumonia, and herpes zoster are recommended by experts for older persons. People who get these injections are less likely to become ill from these illnesses and to end up in the hospital. In addition to vaccines, it is critical to be examined for breast and colon cancer, which may both be diagnosed and treated before they cause illness.

Keep in Touch

Growing older may be isolating at times. It is critical to maintain contact with friends, family, and other key individuals in your life. Keeping your mind occupied might help you avoid sadness and dementia. It's either use it or lose it! If you're working and enjoying it, keep doing it. If you are retired, you may help your community by volunteering, taking courses to learn something new, or starting a reading club with some neighbors.

Photo by cottonbro studio from Pexels Millions of individuals throughout the globe set New Year's resolutions every year. They establish a goal to lose weight or save money in the New Year. Sometimes these goals work, but other times they fade before the last of the Christmas decorations are taken down. While we readily create New Year's goals in our personal life, we seldom contemplate creating resolutions for the next work year. Making (and keeping) workplace resolutions might help you improve your work-life balance or advance in your career. The possibilities are unlimited, but if you're having trouble coming up with work resolutions, start with a handful of them.

Discover Something New

While this may seem to be a simple option, not enough employees concentrate on regularly learning new skills or attending appropriate training. Speak with your talent management team, if you have one, to find out what training or certifications you could be eligible for. Set a precise objective for yourself that assures you have mastered and implemented a new skill or information. If your firm does not provide training, speak with your supervisor about obtaining funding for outside training or seminars. Many businesses provide low-cost webinars on a regular basis. If the training is provided to a large number of employees, your organization may be willing to pay for it. If you don't have any internal resources and no financial backing for external training, start reading the library bookshelf. There are certainly dozens, if not hundreds, of books you may read to refine your talents and sharpen your intellect, regardless of your profession or employment.

Get Up From Your Desk

Make a deliberate effort to get up and move more if you look back on the previous year and discover you barely left your seat throughout the day. It is not good to have lunch at your desk all of the time. To prevent burnout, you must take time away from work. We all get caught up working through lunch from time to time, but it should not be a regular occurrence. Find a quiet spot in your workplace, the building, or even a public venue nearby to have your lunch. Workplace resolutions may also enhance our personal health. Set aside 10-15 minutes each day to go for a stroll around your workplace or, if feasible, outdoors. You will not only be giving yourself a much-needed respite from work, but you will also be benefitting your personal well-being.

Eat More Healthily In the workplace

Many well-intentioned dieters have met their demise in office break rooms. Our coworkers often send over an unlimited supply of doughnuts, cookies, day-old birthday cake, and so forth. It's unusual to find a workplace breakroom with fresh fruit bowls on the table or a daily salad choice. Make a commitment to bringing your own lunch every day to avoid the unhealthy options in and near your workplace. You will not only know that what you are eating is healthy, but you will also save some money. Give yourself a sensible limit on how much you may indulge in during company festivities. If there are two birthdays that week, convince yourself that you can only eat cake on one of them. Consider bringing in fresh fruit to share with your coworkers. Stay away if you don't have the willpower to say no to the assortment of sweets in the breakroom! Avoid temptation by staying away from the breakroom as much as possible.

Make New Business Contacts

Every year, we should strive to expand our professional network. It's easy to become comfortable and remain with what (or who) you know. There are two locations to explore for new professional connections: inside your own organization and outside in organizations or networks. If you chose to concentrate on making new relationships inside your current business, do some study on managers, partners, or senior leadership from whom you believe you may learn something. Start a discussion after you've decided on someone you want to connect with. You may invite the CEO of your firm to coffee or ask the boss of another department if they are available for lunch. Knowing influencers inside your own company might be beneficial in the future. You may also choose to network with people in your sector who are not employed by your organization. In these circumstances, you should look for local networking events or conferences in your sector. You should be able to get at least a couple of introductions there. It is entirely up to you whether you establish a professional relationship with them.

Take Advantage of Your Vacation Time

Don't fall prey to the "use it or lose it" mentality this year! Far too many American employees fail to take advantage of the paid time off offered by their employers. Even if a summer vacation in Europe is out of the question due to budgetary restrictions, make time for yourself. Make a "staycation" out of it or just add days off to the weekends to avoid a case of Mondays. Make a pledge to yourself that you will use the time off you have been granted. Resolutions may help you stay on track in your personal and professional lives, but don't make too many of them. The risk of failure increases as you attempt to keep track of a dozen resolutions. Choose a few goals for the New Year and dedicate yourself to making them a reality. Making a New Year's resolution is also never too late! If you choose, you may start now or make a goal halfway through the year. Do whatever works best for you and your objectives!

Photo by Andrea Piacquadio from Pexels One of the advantages of not attending school is that you no longer get grades. At least, that's how it seems at first. Every day in the workplace, you are rated by your supervisors and coworkers. Unless you get frequent input from your boss, which is no guarantee, you may not be able to measure your success at work until your yearly review. But the end-of-year assessment doesn't have to be dreadful; an annual performance review allows you to have an open, honest dialogue with your supervisor about how they see your job performance—as well as what chances for improvement you have. Make sure you're as prepared as possible for yours by following these simple measures (that will also help you land that raise).

Perform the calculations

In a perfect world, your evaluation would be a succession of wonderful praises followed by an offer of a large, fat increase. You've worked really hard over the previous 12 months—the very least you deserve is some recognition, right? Wrong. Your manager may be generally pleased with your job, but chances are they weren't keeping as close an eye on your development as they should have. Even if your review is going well, you owe it to yourself to be prepared with statistics on your professional accomplishments over the last year. Make a few notes on your job triumphs before your review. To impress your boss, you may need to do some calculations. Did you increase the number of Twitter followers for your firm by 25%? Make a note of it. Estimate how much time and money you've saved if you discovered a new tool that enhanced your team's productivity. Demonstrating how you raised sales or saved the firm money might help you get a raise. Come up with some cold, hard facts on why you're killing it in your career, whatever you define as success.

Inform the truth

In principle, a yearly review is a good opportunity to discuss any issues you may have. Your manager has the ability to evaluate your performance, therefore it's only reasonable that you communicate any difficulties you're having. However, before you file any complaints, consider how truthful you are. Is your supervisor open to constructive criticism? Do they see workers who file grievances as "difficult"? Even if your manager is open to input, proceed with caution. You don't want your manager to believe you're dissatisfied with your job and plan to quit, or else they may not completely invest in your future at the firm. If a raise is your main goal, you should refrain from making any complaints unless absolutely essential or if they assist bolster your case for a raise. For example, if you took up a coworker's tasks after they departed and your workload rose as a result, it is a complaint that might aid your case. Too many complaints may take your attention away from your aim. If you must gripe, sprinkle the talk with praises about your management or insights into why you like your work. After all, a little sugar helps the medicine go down.

Determine your goals

This is not the time to dither. You should know precisely what you want before you start your review. The major ones are a raise, a promotion, or an office—but they aren't likely to happen every year. Consider requesting for a title change if your work description has changed in the last year. Do you want to learn more about your field? See whether your boss will reimburse you for educational materials or a trip to a conference. If you want to change desks because you don't like one of your colleagues, now is the time to do it. Requests at your yearly review are less likely to surprise your manager. Make the most of the chance.

Make a plan

You won't be able to address all of your work-related problems on your own, but going to your boss with a laundry list of complaints and no prospective answers may irritate them. Make an attempt to propose potential solutions to any problems you're experiencing at work. If you're content at work but want to make adjustments, such as taking on larger assignments, you'll need to provide solutions. Before your evaluation, ask yourself: If your boss is receptive to your ideas, do you have the plan to make them a reality? Your manager will be considerably more open to change if they can aid you straight away.

Always remember that practice makes perfect

You've put forth a lot of effort to prepare for this evaluation. You've kept account of all the praises you've gotten from customers, given careful consideration to what you want, and evaluated areas where you may improve. That work will be rewarded, particularly if you practice. Your degree of anxiety will be determined by how well you get along with your management and how confident you are in your performance. Any demands or complaints you have—"I'd want a raise, please!"—will help the dialogue go much more smoothly. Request that a close friend or family member rehearse the discussion with you. When you're worried, you're more likely to trip over your words and iron out any flaws in the dialogue. Be ready to accept and react to constructive criticism. You should be aware of any areas where you can improve. Also, avoid being defensive. It is preferable to develop confident replies about how you will overcome any difficulties. This is particularly vital if you're asking for a raise. Use this opportunity to try making a persuasive request. Outline why you believe you deserve a raise (use the facts you gathered) and how much of a raise you'd want (start high so your company can offer lower).

You've got this

You already know you've been crushing it at work. Any criticisms your boss has should not come as a surprise unless they are poor at their job. Being cool and collected during your yearly evaluation will impress your management even more. Make sure to rejoice once your review is wonderful (which it will be!). You deserve it.