Originally From: https://www.buzzfeed.com/brettvergara/how-popular-are-your-halloween-candy-opinions?utm_term=4ldqpia
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Friday, 30 September 2016
How Do Your Pizza Preferences Stack Up?
Originally From: https://www.buzzfeed.com/jennifern468bc8264/how-do-your-pizza-preferences-stack-up-1pq37?utm_term=4ldqpia
‘Cause who doesn’t love pizza?
This Guy Was Arrested After He Smashed Up All The iPhones In An Apple Store
Originally From: https://www.buzzfeed.com/ryanhatesthis/this-man-was-caught-on-camera-attacking-an-apple-s?utm_term=4ldqpia
Apparently he was protesting “consumer rights.”
Wearing sunglasses, dangling iPhone headphones, and a thick glove, the man went phone by phone crushing them with the large iron ball.
In a video filmed by a bystander, the man yells that his rights as a consumer had been violated by Apple.
Apple "violated my rights and refused to refund me in accordance to the European consumer protection law,” the man shouts.
Twitter Says This ISIS Beheading Photo Doesn't Qualify As Abuse
Originally From: https://www.buzzfeed.com/charliewarzel/twitter-says-this-isis-beheading-photo-doesnt-qualify-as-abu?utm_term=4ldqpia
"Kathleen" is an outspoken Hillary Clinton supporter. Last Tuesday she took to Twitter to criticize the Trump campaign's Skittles refugee poster, calling it a "disgusting ad." Shortly after, @leslymill — who goes by the name Adorable Deplorable — replied, "i LOVE THE AD. Describes the complexity of the "PROBLEM perfectly."
The political disagreement — very common on Twitter — peaked when @leslymill replied to Kathleen's tweet with an unsolicited photo of a child holding a knife and a newly severed head with the caption, "your heading for a deep hole." The photo, according to the website tangentcode.org, is from a video titled “Information Office of the State of Homs offers families (and ) the liquidation of a Captain in the Army Alnasiri” and shows a child soldier, believed to be associated with ISIS, beheading a man and posing with his head.
After seeing the photo, Kathleen reported the tweet to Twitter using its report forms. Soon after, Twitter replied that its investigation found the alleged violent and threatening tweet did not violate Twitter’s rules, which prohibit tweets involving violent threats, harassment, and hateful conduct. Twitter’s rules explicitly state that one may not “threaten other people on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religious affiliation, age, disability, or disease.”
This is not uncommon. In a recent BuzzFeed News survey, which asked over 2,700 Twitter users about abuse, 90% of respondents alleged that Twitter didn’t do anything when they reported abuse.
For Kathleen — who asked to remain anonymous (and use a pseudonym) so as not to receive more targeted abuse — the harassment is unsurprising, but unnerving. "I've worked online since 1985, so I've seen it all," she told BuzzFeed News. "But that doesn't mean I think it is ok."
Kathleen's case also raises questions about Twitter's ability to help protect its users from unwanted graphic imagery — the kind frequently used by abusers and trolls to threaten. Reached for comment, Twitter directed BuzzFeed News to a passage from an August blog post on countering violent extremism. The passage notes that "there is no one 'magic algorithm' for identifying terrorist content on the Internet." It also cites "proprietary spam-fighting tools, to supplement reports from our users and help identify repeat account abuse." These tools, according to the post, identified "more than one third of the accounts we ultimately suspended for promoting terrorism."
The post, however, doesn’t address terroristic or graphic imagery that has been co-opted by Twitter accounts that do not explicitly promote terrorism or violence against others. In @leslymill's case, horrific images of death are often used in rebuttal to opposing views, or to express sentiments like "This Is the Real Face of Islam."
When asked to clarify if the company evaluates graphic images such as beheadings on an individual basis, granting exceptions for newsworthiness, Twitter directed BuzzFeed News to a past statement noting that when evaluating media removal requests, "Twitter considers public interest factors such as the newsworthiness of the content and may not be able to honor every request." The company declined to provide further details about its handling of Kathleen's abuse report.
But roughly three hours after BuzzFeed News contacted Twitter about Kathleen's report, the tweet she'd flagged as abusive disappeared from @leslymills’ timeline. Twitter did not respond to queries about its deletion.
Reached for comment, @leslymill did not directly answer questions about being contacted by Twitter for possible terms of use violations. The account subsequently tweeted that it had been asked by Twitter to remove a picture, though it is not clear whether that picture was the one Kathleen reported. "I was asked to remove it...," @leslymill explained. "So I guess I shouldn't share those photoes...wonder why they don't tell me."
32 Spooky Ways To Turn Your Home Into A Haunted House
Originally From: https://www.buzzfeed.com/sarahhan/home-sweet-blood-bath?utm_term=4ldqpia
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34 Ways To Make Your Cubicle So Much Better
Originally From: https://www.buzzfeed.com/maitlandquitmeyer/ways-to-make-your-cubicle-feel-like-home?utm_term=4ldqpia
Because your office shouldn’t feel like a prison.
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Thursday, 29 September 2016
The First Photos From "Outlander" Season 3 Are Bloody Bloody
Originally From: https://www.buzzfeed.com/keelyflaherty/the-first-photos-from-outlander-season-3-are-bloody-bloody?utm_term=4ldqpia
Black Jack looks very alive, guys.
It seems like ages and ages ago that we were gifted our first look at Season 3 of Outlander.
It was actually just a few weeks ago, but still.
Aimee Spinks / Starz Entertainment, LLC
We knew they were filming the Battle of Culloden on their first day back, but we didn't get any glimpses of the action.
Starz
But thanks to the folks at Entertainment Weekly, we've got our first look at the battle, and it's...well, very bloody.
“We are playing more of [the Battle of Culloden] out on camera,” executive producer Ronald. D. Moore told EW. "It just felt like we have been promising it for a while. We should give the audience some sense of what happened on that moor.”
Aimee Spinks / Starz
Look at Jamie's Battle Face. Good lord.
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Many Doctors, And Most Journalists, Don't See Past the Fat
Originally From: http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/204134998/0/weightymatters~Many-Doctors-And-Most-Journalists-Dont-See-Past-the-Fat.html
There was a painful irony to the piece though. By calling people with obesity "obese patients", the New York Times was also not seeing past the fat.
People first language refers to the recognition that people cannot be their diseases. People can have diabetes, they're not diabetic. People can have arthritis, they're not arthritic. People can have cancer, they're not cancerous. And so too with obesity. People can have obesity, they cannot be obese.
The distinction matters. Not using people first language labels the individual by way of their medical condition, and when it comes to obesity, given the incredibly negative societal stereotypes associated with the word, labeling an individual as being obese carries with it real stigma.
At least part of the reason why many doctors don't see past the fat is that journalists, and society as a whole, don't see past the fat either and instead define and stereotype people by their obesity. While it's definitely a small step, if the New York Times (and other media outlets) actively adopted people first language for obesity in their style guides it would be a welcome and helpful change.
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Wednesday, 28 September 2016
New Hampshire "Ballot Selfie" Ban Is Unconstitutional, Appeals Court Rules
Originally From: https://www.buzzfeed.com/chrisgeidner/new-hampshire-ballot-selfie-ban-is-unconstitutional-federal?utm_term=4ldqpia
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WASHINGTON — A New Hampshire law that forbids people from taking so-called "ballot selfies" is unconstitutional, a federal appeals court ruled on Wednesday.
"New Hampshire may not impose such a broad restriction on speech by banning ballot selfies in order to combat an unsubstantiated and hypothetical danger" of vote buying or voter intimidation, Judge Sandra Lynch wrote for the 1st Circuit Court of Appeals.
"We repeat the old adage: 'a picture is worth a thousand words.'"
The ACLU had brought a lawsuit challenging the law on behalf of three people investigated for alleged violations of the law during the 2014 election. At the appeals court, they were backed by the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press and Snapchat, among others.
In the key part of the ruling, Lynch wrote:
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It's About Time We Talk About Your New Favorite Character In The Wizarding World
Originally From: https://www.buzzfeed.com/krystieyandoli/its-about-time-we-talk-about-your-new-favorite-character-in?utm_term=4ldqpia
IS IT NOVEMBER YET?!
On Wednesday, the world was gifted with a brand new trailer for J.K. Rowling's upcoming film, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.
There's SO much to love about the trailer...
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...but one of the *very* best things about it is our full introduction to Jacob Kowalski.
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Tuesday, 27 September 2016
Which Clever Kitchen Gadget Are You?
Originally From: https://www.buzzfeed.com/sarahaspler/which-funky-kitchen-gadget-are-you?utm_term=4ldqpia
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Two Unicorns Go To War In Business Software
Originally From: https://www.buzzfeed.com/williamalden/two-unicorns-go-to-war?utm_term=4ldqpia
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Josh Reeves, the 33-year-old CEO of the payroll and benefits startup Gusto, is an Eagle Scout with a sweet smile and a sensible haircut. He speaks softly, blushes easily, and gently reminds guests to remove their shoes before entering the office.
But last week, at a press briefing in a private dining room of an upscale San Francisco lunch spot, Reeves slung mud at Zenefits, his most prominent — and most prominently troubled — rival. He had just been telling the reporters about Gusto's new product, a Zenefits-like human resources software system. With Zenefits expected to unveil its own product upgrade next month — dubbed Z2 — Reeves seemed keen to ensure his rival's past missteps wouldn't be forgotten.
"Z2 sounds like a sequel," Reeves said. "Ideally the first movie is good enough on its own."
"There are no shortcuts. There's always a poster child for that," he added, in a not-so-subtle dig at Zenefits' past failures to comply with insurance broker licensing rules. "Things like compliance have to be there from the beginning."
"We've been thrilled by the customers moving to us from Zenefits," Reeves continued. The burger he had ordered remained untouched.
The beef between Gusto and Zenefits — which fired its founding CEO and lost hundreds of employees earlier this year in the wake of its broker licensing scandal — stretches back about a year. That's when BuzzFeed News reported that Zenefits, known for making human resources software and selling health insurance, was secretly developing a payroll processing system, stepping directly onto the turf of its onetime partner Gusto, then known as Zenpayroll.
Zenefits' effort had the tongue-in-cheek nickname "Project Nutshot."
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Gusto — which at that time was itself quietly moving onto Zenefits' turf by preparing to sell health insurance — has now fired back in force. On Tuesday it announced it has created an "all-in-one" human resources software system, including features to help small companies onboard new employees and manage 401(k)s. The effort is a direct challenge to Zenefits, which has long offered similar features but has lately been busy patching things up with regulators and customers.
Told of Reeves's comments, Zenefits spokesperson Jessica Hoffman picked up the gauntlet.
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"The fact that they're talking so much about Zenefits indicates who the market leader is," Hoffman added.
Silicon Valley startups aren't often willing to spar like this in public (they're usually more comfortable criticizing giant incumbents in their industry, as Zenefits did last year in a legal fight with ADP). That Gusto and Zenefits would publicly trade blows underscores their yearning to capture potential riches in the business of HR and payroll management. Both startups are trying to bring technology to an antiquated, paperwork-heavy industry that can cause real headaches for small businesses. Zenefits moved early in offering a software-powered HR system, but it moved too quickly, and now Gusto is trying to seize an advantage.
At the media briefing last week — held at celebrity chef Tyler Florence's Wayfare Tavern, where spiced deviled eggs seem as plentiful as tap water — Gusto staff handed out embargoed press releases with details on the startup's progress and plans. Over 40,000 small businesses use Gusto's payroll software, according to the release and an email from a spokesperson. (Zenefits, by comparison, says it has more than 20,000 customers using its HR software.) The new Gusto HR product will include a "welcome wall" where coworkers can warmly greet a new employee, according to the release. An executive at a healthcare company was quoted saying he was "confident that everything is done right with Gusto."
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Reeves, as his burger got cold, had something to say about company values, too.
"You don't really change them," he said. "You have to know them from the beginning."
Sacks, as it happens, invested in Gusto in its seed round several years ago. Reeves said at the briefing that Sacks — an experienced entrepreneur who sold his software startup Yammer to Microsoft for just over $1 billion — currently has no access to Gusto's confidential information. The two spoke in 2012, when Reeves got advice from Sacks on building a business, and haven't spoken since, Reeves said.
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We Could Be Getting A Will & Grace Reboot
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Update: 8:15 p.m.: The Will & Grace cast was filming not a reboot but a video about the election just in time for the first presidential debate.
In the skit, Debra Messing and Eric McCormack defend Clinton while Megan Mullally plays an overzealous Trump fanatic and Sean Hayes sits on the fence as an "unemployed, uneducated angry white man," Entertainment Weekly reported. As usual, hilarity ensues.
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"I feel like something BIG is going to happen tomorrow," wrote Debra Messing on Sunday.
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"I used to be able to do this without glasses," Eric McCormack captioned a photo of himself with a script.
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Mullally shared a shot of herself in the apartment where the show takes place. "I remember this place," she wrote, suggesting that it really could be apartment 9C.
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Sean Hayes also looks like he was on set.
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Can personal trainers and health coaches give nutrition advice? Yes, they can — with proper training and some important caveats.
Originally From: http://www.precisionnutrition.com/can-personal-trainers-give-nutrition-advice
It’s a hot debate: Can personal trainers, health coaches, and other non-RD professionals give nutrition advice to their clients? You’ll be surprised (and relieved) to hear: Yes, to a degree. Here’s exactly what you’re allowed to say, and why it’s important to say it.
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Fitness is a competitive industry. It can also be confusing at times.
You might find yourself asking:
What credentials do I need to boost my education, help my clients, and have a successful, fulfilling career?
How can I stand out?
One great way is to learn more about nutrition so you can confidently help clients improve this important area of their lives.
“But wait!” you say.
“Am I even allowed to give nutrition advice?”
I’ve been asked this question literally thousands of times.
Health and fitness pros desperately want to help clients eat, move, and live better. And they want to know if it’s okay to talk about nutrition with clients.
They know that without proper nutrition, clients will struggle with weight, body composition, metabolism, and many of their health goals.
But people worry.
Some have been told they’re not qualified to talk about food with their clients — that it might even be illegal.
Here’s the truth:
Personal trainers/health coaches CAN talk to clients about what they eat.
And they’re allowed to make general suggestions about the kind of food that’s likely to support their clients’ goals.
But there are limits to what personal trainers, health coaches, and other non-Registered Dietician (RD) professionals can say about nutrition.
Perhaps even more importantly:
If you’re going to talk about nutrition, you really need to know what you’re talking about.
So let’s clear up the confusion.
In this article, I’m going to explain:
- What personal trainers, health coaches, and other non-RD fit pros can’t do when it comes to nutrition.
- What personal trainers, health coaches, and other non-RD fit pros can do when it comes to nutrition.
- Why it’s important to talk about nutrition in the first place.
First, a history lesson.
Before we get into the details, I want to tell you a story about a good friend of mine, Gray Cook, who created the Functional Movement Screen (FMS).
About 15 years ago, Gray was one of the first people to bring movement screening, corrective exercise, and dynamic mobility work into fitness.
At that time, movement screening and dynamic mobility exercises were considered the realm of physical therapy only — and therefore outside the personal trainer’s scope of practice.
Then Gray started teaching these techniques to personal trainers.
Managers at gyms got angry. Trainers got nervous. Physical therapy organizations sent him cease-and-desist letters and lawsuit threats.
It all went by the wayside because, fundamentally, these practices are all about movement — and movement belongs in the gym.
Education won over fear and feudalism. Today fitness professionals routinely include movement screening, mobility work, and corrective exercises as part of their workouts with clients.
We’re on much the same path with personal trainers, strength coaches, and nutrition support.
Some good news: The fitness industry has begun treating clients as “whole people”.
The most educated and experienced coaches — the leaders — recognize that they can’t achieve the best results unless they coach the “whole person”.
Unless they deal with the stress someone is under, the sleep problems they’re having, and the common ways in which their diets are working against them, their gym prescriptions will be far less effective.
Clients are also starting to expect nutrition advice as part of the package.
So the best professionals are now wading into the nutrition waters.
Yet if you’re feeling unsure about what you can (and can’t) say about food, you’re not alone. Lots of people feel this way.
And I think that’s a good thing.
It means you care about your career, you care about your clients, and you want to make sure you’re doing a good job — while doing the right thing.
My message for you:
You can (and should) talk about nutrition with clients — as long as you respect these guidelines and know one important thing…
What personal trainers, health coaches, and other non-RD fit pros CAN’T do when it comes to nutrition.
Let’s clear up what you are not allowed to say without having the RD credential.
Registered dietitians complete a four-year degree program and log hundreds of hours in a rigorous internship. They study physiology, anatomy, biochemistry, microbiology, and many other areas of science as part of their coursework, and typically train in a special area, like pediatric or geriatric nutrition.
Earning their degree, and passing a licensure exam, qualifies RDs to offer medical nutritional therapy (MNT) — treating medical conditions (such as diabetes) through a tailored diet and close monitoring.
Often, registered dietitians spend their careers working with patients in hospitals or other clinical settings.
Therefore, if you’re not a registered dietitian or doctor, you CANNOT legally:
- prescribe diets or supplements to treat medical and clinical conditions;
- prescribe diets to treat symptoms of medical and clinical conditions; nor
- diagnose medical conditions.
So if you’re a personal trainer, health coach, or strength coach and a client comes asking what diet to follow to treat their diabetes — that’s outside your scope of practice. It’s MNT and therefore illegal unless you’re a RD.
Another scenario: Let’s say you’re a fitness professional and you have an obese client. You’re not allowed to “prescribe a diet” to “treat” their obesity. That’s MNT and reserved for licensed dietitians or medical professionals.
In the end, it’s best (unless you’re a RD) to avoid “treating”, “prescribing”, and “diagnosing”. (Note: In some states, giving someone a meal plan is considered “prescribing”; Precision Nutrition-style “habit-based” approaches are not).
What personal trainers, health coaches, and other non-RD fit pros CAN do when it comes to nutrition.
Each state or province has different rules and regulations regarding what you can call yourself, what kind of advice you can give, etc.
However, generally, as a personal trainer, health coach, or strength coach, if you’re knowledgeable about nutrition then you can talk to otherwise healthy clients about eating, moving, and living better — so, yes, you can talk about what food to eat.
You can:
- encourage clients to eat lean protein and nutrient-rich vegetables;
- educate clients about the benefits of protein, healthy fats, and other macronutrients;
- offer clients recipes or demonstrate food prep skills;
- let clients know about evidence-based nutritional supplements that might augment their healthy lifestyle;
- educate them about the pillars of good nutrition and provide them with strategies to improve their eating habits;
- help them choose the right foods to eat before and after workouts;
- suggest that clients drink water to stay hydrated;
- share resources from recognized nutrition organizations such as The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the American Heart Association, and Precision Nutrition; and
- present nutritional information in an accessible, down-to-earth way that makes sense to clients — that engages them rather than makes their eyes glaze over.
As you can see, you’re not diagnosing health problems nor prescribing nutritional interventions to treat diseases or their symptoms.
In other words, how you communicate with your clients about nutrition matters. Let’s compare with a few examples:
- You CANNOT “prescribe a diet” to “treat someone’s obesity”.
- You CAN “share a few nutrition ideas” to “support their healthy lifestyle”.
- You CANNOT “diagnose diabetes” and give a “manage blood sugar” diet.
- You CAN “share a recipe” for a tasty, high-fiber, slow-digesting meal.
- You CANNOT “recommend fish oil” for “treating arthritic knee pain”.
- You CAN “share evidence” that “fish oil supports healthy movement”.
See the difference?
In most places, you’re allowed to talk generally about nutrition for supporting broad performance, health, and wellbeing goals.
Notice the quotation marks here: Legal regulations are highly dependent on the words you choose. So make sure to choose yours — in marketing and advertisement as well as in client discussions — carefully.
Also — and this is important — do your due diligence first. Don’t guess. Check your state or provincial guidelines to be sure.
Important caveat: You have to know nutrition to talk about nutrition.
You wouldn’t tell someone how to fix their car if you know nothing about fixing cars, right? The same is true for nutrition.
While you’re technically allowed to talk about healthy eating with clients, you shouldn’t unless you know what you’re talking about.
Credible, serious professionals need to get the right training and education before discussing nutrition with clients.
And credible, serious professionals have a realistic and accurate idea of how much they know. (Or don’t know.) They can test their knowledge against objective, rigorous, evidence-based standards (such as the requirements of a nutrition certification), rather than assuming they have all the answers.
What kind of education is available for health and fitness professionals?
In most countries, the term “dietician” is legally reserved for people who’ve completed the stringent degree program I described above.
At the same time, the term “nutritionist” is much broader and loosely defined — it can include everything from someone with Ph.D. level training to a person who only completed a short continuing education course.
While there isn’t one particular certification you need to talk about nutrition as a health or fitness pro, it’s best to seek out a rigorous, well-respected program that covers nutrition science, biochemistry, physiology, anatomy, and other related topics.
I also encourage you to look for training programs that are client-focused and comprehensive — based on the understanding that nutrition is one part of a larger, “whole person” approach to a healthy lifestyle.
Even better, I recommend finding a program that also includes coaching techniques and change psychology. Because understanding the science of nutrition won’t get you very far if you lack the foundational coaching skills needed to communicate and guide your clients toward change behaviors that’ll actually stick.
Why it’s important to talk about nutrition in the first place.
In the last two sections we talked about what health and fitness professionals can (and can’t) do when it comes to nutrition.
And, while some people like to make the rules sound tricky and complicated, discussions like this often distract from the most important message:
We must do something.
I’ve been involved in health and fitness for 25 years, and substantive, proven nutrition coaching is a missing component in the health, fitness, strength, and rehab fields.
Without effective nutrition coaching skills, professionals struggle (and sometimes fail) to help clients achieve their goals.
Clients get frustrated and quit, and their health stagnates or gets worse. The coaches lose their passion — and then they start to think about quitting too.
With effective nutrition coaching skills, professionals feel confident and competent.
They can answer all their clients’ questions clearly and effectively. They can demonstrate expertise and an authoritative command of the field.
They can guide their clients towards real, noticeable, lasting change, rather than juggling “quick fixes”.
They can inspire their clients to change, rather than pushing, “convincing” or exhausting themselves trying to “motivate” people.
Most importantly:
They can really help their clients.
Wouldn’t your clients be better off for getting movement, food, and lifestyle advice — advice that considers the broader context of their lives — from one, knowledgeable, trusted source?
In working with over 45,000 clients during the last 10 years I’ve learned that including nutrition in your practice can make you five times as effective.
That means:
- 25 pounds lost, instead of 5.
- 20 points knocked off the blood pressure score, instead of 4.
- 5 inches off someone’s waist, instead of 1.
Five times more client commitment, confidence, motivation, retention, and satisfaction… with five times less effort from you.
Every client is different, with their own unique needs. But with the proper education and coaching skills, you can feel confident in talking about nutrition with them.
You can offer suggestions you know are safe and correct — so your clients get the care they need.
In the end, the question of whether (or not) you should give nutrition advice is just part of a much larger, much more important question for the industry:
Will we start looking at clients as whole people whose health and wellbeing depends on movement, proper nutrition, stress management, better sleep, and a deeper connection to their community?
Or:
Will we continue to take clients through workouts while ignoring all the other things that can make them happy, healthy, and whole?
I think the health and fitness industry is pointing toward the former. And this is the context in which nutrition advice is the most meaningful and effective.
What to do next:
Some tips from Precision Nutrition
If you’re ready for the nutrition knowledge and coaching strategies to take your career to the next level, start here.
1. Understand what you legally can and cannot say.
Remember: Only registered dietitians and medical doctors can provide medical nutritional therapy — or prescribe nutritional interventions to treat medical or clinical illness.
So unless you have one or both of those credentials, don’t try to use nutrition advice to diagnose or cure a health problem, relieve disease symptoms, or answer clients’ questions about any of the above.
2. Decide what you want to be able to say, and why.
There are many possible paths in nutrition education.
- Degree programs allow you to become a registered dietitian, teacher, or lecturer.
- General nutrition courses (quality ones) are for health professionals who want to be able to talk to clients about nutrition basics.
- Fitness nutrition certifications are for personal trainers and athletic coaches who want to offer reliable nutrition advice to improve client results.
3. Choose how you’ll study.
Some questions to ask when you’re looking at programs:
- Do I complete the course at home or at an institution?
- Are there specific times when I’ll have to study?
- Is there a deadline, or can I complete the course at my own pace?
- Do I get to practice real-life client scenarios?
4. Weave in coaching and psychology.
Having a handle on change psychology is crucial to helping your clients with nutrition. What they eat is deeply ingrained, and changing what they eat can be a slow, difficult process… unless you understand what makes your clients “tick”.
5. Find a mentor.
If you want to keep growing and developing a sustainable career and coaching business, you need to find the right mentor.
A good mentor will provide the perspective you don’t (and can’t) have yet to keep you confident and inspired, even when the going gets tough.
Coming .
If you’d like to learn more about how to get the qualifications, knowledge, and practice you need to become an elite, “whole person” nutrition and lifestyle coach, consider signing up for our Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certification program; it kicks off soon.
Important: Since we only take a limited number of students each time we offer the program, and it sells out every time, the best strategy is to add your name to our free presale list below.
Getting on the list gives you the chance to sign up for the certification 24 hours before everyone else. Even better, you save big on the cost of the program.
[Of course, if you’re already a student or graduate of the Level 1 Certification, check out our Level 2 Certification, an exclusive Master Class for elite coaches looking to perfect their nutrition knowledge and coaching techniques].
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HP OfficeJet Pro 6978 Wireless All-in-One Photo Printer with Mobile Printing, Instant Ink ready (T0F29A)
This color printer is ideal for the home office or small workgroups that need professional-quality, affordable color; fast functionality; plus easy mobile printing. Count on remarkable value for your color printing needs. Spend up to 50% less per page compared with lasers, and produce the color and black text output you need to keep your business humming. Save even more with HP Instant Ink. Easily print when and where you need to from your smartphone, tablet, or notebook PC.
Get up and running right out of the box, and connect the way you want to with Ethernet and wireless networking. Count on an all-in-one that helps you work quickly and smoothly. Tap and swipe the touchscreen the same way you would a smartphone, and get instant access to essential tasks. Automatic two-sided printing helps you save paper.
Amazon.com $200 Gift Card in a Black Gift Box (Congratulations Starbursts Card Design)
Amazon.com Gift Cards are the perfect way to give them exactly what they're hoping for - even if you don't know what it is. Amazon.com Gift Cards are redeemable for millions of items across Amazon.com. Item delivered is a single physical Amazon.com Gift Card nested inside a tin Gift Box.
Sunday, 25 September 2016
HOMMAGE Monaco Razor and Watch Box
Ergonomic hand-polished razor presented in a grey anigre wood gift box. A watch box insert allows you to continue to use the gift box after you begin using the razor.
Amazon.com Gift Card for Any Amount in a Mini Amazon Shipping Box (Classic Black Card Design)
Amazon Gift Cards are the perfect way to give someone exactly what they're hoping for. Recipients can choose from millions of items storewide. Amazon Gift Cards never expire, so they can buy something immediately or wait for that sale of a lifetime.
Dell Ultra HD 4k Monitor P2715Q 27-Inch Screen LED-Lit Monitor
The new Dell 27" Ultra HD 4K Monitor will enable productivity with Dell Display Manager, has extensive digital connectivity, and advanced exchange service.
Saturday, 24 September 2016
IZZE Fortified Sparkling Juice, 8.4-Ounce Cans (Pack of 24)
IZZE Beverage Company was founded in 2002 by two friends who set out to create a distinctive natural beverage while contributing to a higher purpose. IZZE sparkling juice, an all-natural blend of pure fruit juice and sparkling water, is free of caffeine, refined sugars and artificial ingredients. It is naturally sweetened with fruit juice only. In 8.4-ounce cans, IZZE fortified, which is IZZE enhanced with vitamins C, B6 and niacin, is available in five flavors including sparkling apple, sparkling blackberry, sparkling Clementine, sparkling grapefruit and sparkling pomegranate.
Amazon.com $100 Gift Card in a Birthday Cupcake Tin (Birthday Cupcake Card Design)
Amazon.com Gift Cards are the perfect way to give them exactly what they're hoping for - even if you don't know what it is. Amazon.com Gift Cards are redeemable for millions of items across Amazon.com. Item delivered is a single physical Amazon.com Gift Card. Gift card is attached to a folded blank greeting card and is packed in an individual 5.25 x 7.25 inch envelope. Envelope is delivered sealed. An additional 5 x 7 inch unsealed envelope is also provided.
Friday, 23 September 2016
Drive Medical Nitro Euro Style Red Rollator Walker, Red
Supreme Value, Comfort and Mobility Drive Medical's Nitro Euro Style Rollator Walker was designed for those who want unmatched value along with proven comfort and convenience. With a sturdy and long-lasting frame made of lightweight aluminum, this walker is durable, yet easy to move around over all surfaces, giving you outstanding value, unmatched comfort, independence and ease of movement.Designed with your comfort, safety and convenience squarely in mind, the Nitro Euro Style Rollator Walker comes with large front wheels, giving you the ability and convenience of moving over most kinds of terrain, whether indoors or out, an easy task.The flexible height adjustable removable back and the height adjustable ergonomic handles conform to the individual needs of each user, thereby affording you the opportunity to customize the walker. You'll also note how the Nitro Rollator is easy to transport, due to the nature of its frame which allows you to fold it up with one hand.At the end of the day, The Nitro Euro Style Rollator is perfect solution for those who desire a convenient four wheel mobility enhancing walker that operates virtually anywhere and everywhere. Go ahead...Experience the Drive Difference Now!
Certified Refurbished Amazon Fire TV (Previous Generation - 1st)
A Certified Refurbished Amazon Fire TV is a pre-owned Amazon Fire TV that has been refurbished, tested, and certified to look and work like new. It includes a full one-year limited warranty, just like a brand-new Amazon Fire TV.
Amazon Fire TV is a tiny box that connects your HDTV to a world of online entertainment. With a huge selection of TV episodes and movies, voice search that really works, plus exclusive features like Amazon FreeTime, it's the easiest way to enjoy Netflix, Prime Instant Video, Hulu Plus, low-cost movie rentals, music, photos, games, and more.
What's on Amazon Fire TV?
Amazon Fire TV combines all your favorite subscriptions and streaming services with Amazon's massive selection of digital content. Watch over 200,000 TV episodes and movies, rent videos from just 99 cents, or kick back with your favorite sports, news, music, and games.
Perfect with Prime
Prime members enjoy unlimited, commercial-free streaming of tens of thousands of popular movies and TV shows including The Hunger Games, Marvel's The Avengers, Downton Abbey, Justified, Dora the Explorer, and Amazon exclusives like Alpha House at no additional cost. Eligible customers can try Amazon Prime for 30 days for free.
Voice search that actually works
The Amazon Fire TV remote has a built-in mic so you can instantly search TV shows, movies, actors, directors, and genres using just your voice—no more typing with your remote to find what you want.
Powerful performance
1080p HD video, Dolby Digital Plus up to 7.1, smooth gaming, and ultra-fast streaming—everything about Amazon Fire TV is fast and fluid. It's all thanks to a quad-core processor with 3x the processing power of Apple TV and Roku, a dedicated Adreno 320 graphics engine, and 2 GB of memory—4x that of Apple TV, Roku, and Chromecast.
Immediate video start with ASAP
The exclusive new ASAP (Advanced Streaming and Prediction) feature predicts what movies and TV episodes you'll want to watch and gets them ready to stream instantly. The more you use Fire TV, the more accurate ASAP becomes, dynamically adapting to your viewing habits.
Easy to set up and use
Amazon Fire TV arrives pre-registered to your Amazon account and sets up in minutes. A user-friendly interface makes it easy to browse popular movies, shows, and personalized recommendations straight from your home screen.
Great for gaming, too
Fire TV is the easiest, most affordable way to game on your HDTV. Play blockbuster titles like Minecraft-Pocket Edition, The Walking Dead, Monsters University, the Amazon exclusive Sev Zero, plus great free games. There are over a hundred titles to explore, with thousands more coming soon. The average price of paid games is only $1.85.
Music, photos, and video
Stream millions of songs through Pandora, iHeartRadio, and TuneIn. Fire TV also makes it easy to enjoy photos and videos from your smartphone or tablet, so you can share favorite moments on the big screen with family and friends.
Amazon Fire TV Technical details Size and Weight: 4.5" x 4.5" x 0.7" (115 mm x 115 mm x 17.5 mm). 9.9 oz (281 grams) SOC Platform: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8064 Processor: Qualcomm Krait 300, quad-core to 1.7 Ghz GPU: Qualcomm Adreno 320 Storage: 8 GB internal Memory: 2 GB LPDDR2 @ 533 MHZ Wi-Fi Connectivity: Dual-band, dual-antenna Wi-Fi (MIMO) for faster streaming and fewer dropped connections than standard Wi-Fi. Supports 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi networks
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.0 with support for the following profiles: HID, HFP 1.6, SPP Cloud Storage: Free cloud storage for all Amazon content Ports: 5.5 mm DC Jack, Type A HDMI 1.4b output, w/HDCP, Optical Audio (TOSLINK), 10/100 Ethernet, USB 2.0 Type A Audio: Support for Dolby Digital Plus, 5.1 surround sound, 2ch Stereo and HDMI audio pass through up to 7.1 Content Formats Supported: Video: H.263, H.264, MPEG4-SP, VC1. Audio: AAC, AC-3, E-AC-3, HE-A, PCM, MP3. Photo: JPG, PNG Output Resolution Supported: 720p and 1080p up to 60fps System Requirements: High-definition television, HDMI cable TV Compatibility: Compatible with high-definition TVs with HDMI capable of 1080p or 720p at 60/50Hz, including popular HDCP-compatible models from these manufacturers: Hitachi, JVC, LG, Mitsubishi, NEC, Panasonic, Philips, Pioneer, Samsung, Sharp, Sony, Toshiba, Vizio, Westinghouse Warranty and Service: 1-year Limited Warranty and service included. Regional Support: Certain services may not be available outside the U.S. Included in the Box: Amazon Fire TV, Amazon Fire TV remote, 2 AAA batteries, Power Adapter, Quick Start Guide
Fire TV Remote Technical details Size and Weight: 1.5" x 5.5" x .6"(38.3 mm x 139.9 mm x 16.1 mm). 68 grams or 0.15 lbs with batteries (45.5 grams or 0.10 lbs without batteries) Batteries: 2 x AAA (included) Bluetooth: Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR with support for the following profiles: HID, HFP 1.6, SPP Voice Search: Dual digital microphones with noise suppression technology integrated Buttons: Voice, 5-way Directional, Back, Home, Menu, Rewind, Play/Pause, Fast Forward
Medela Pump in Style Advanced Breast Pump with On the Go Tote
Pump in style advanced is a daily use breast pump designed for moms who pump several times a day. Includes tote bag with integrated motor unit, AC adaptor, battery pack, insulated cooler bag and ice pack, 5 ounce breast milk bottles, 24 mm breast shields, PersonalFit connectors, valves, tubing and instructions.
Promo Heat Swing-away Sublimation Heat Transfer Press Machine - Model PRO-230B
This commercial-grade heat press from Promo Heat has a 12" x 9.25" element that allows you to create custom t-shirts, license plates, and many other unique and fun items. Transfer onto an array of flat surface materials such as fabric, metal, ceramic, wood and glass. The swing-away design applies pressure straight down for a more even application. The aluminum lower platen with integrated hi-temp silicone pad is elevated to easily insert and remove t-shirts from the machine. The element is non-stick and Teflon-coated to prevent scorching of transfers and does not require a separate silicone/Teflon sheet. The pressure-adjustment knob allows you to adjust the pressure according to the thickness of the material to which you're transferring. Digital temperature control lets you preset the temperature; the element will stop heating when the preset temperature is reached. A digital timer with an audible alarm helps avoid overexposure. This commercial-grade heat press is true 550 watts rated with a temperature range up to 750 degrees Fahrenheit. Arrives fully assembled and ready to use with pre-installed Teflon-coated element and operating instructions (printer and paper not included).
Thursday, 22 September 2016
Lazy Perfection by Jenny Patinkin 12 Brush Complete Collection with Stone Case, 10.4 oz.
Everything you need to get a beautiful, natural application of makeup. Jenny developed her luxurious collection of Lazy Perfection Makeup Brushes to give women access to superior quality, high performance tools.
Dyson V6 Animal Cord-free Vacuum
The Dyson V6 Animal cordless vacuum has an overall cleaning performance that beats most full-size corded vacuums – without the hassle of a cord. Compared to the upright market, the Dyson V6 Animal vacuum has one of the highest geometric average pickup performances, dust loaded, when hard floor, creviced hard floor, and carpet results are combined. Its Direct-drive cleaner head provides 75% more power on carpets than the Dyson V6 vacuum. Extra Dyson-engineered tools for homes with pets.
Dyson V6 Absolute Cord-free Vacuum
The Dyson V6 Absolute cordless vacuum comes equipped with two Dyson-engineered cleaner heads. Invented for hard floors, the Soft roller cleaner head removes large debris and fine dust simultaneously. The Direct-drive cleaner head provides 75% more power than the Dyson V6 vacuum. HEPA filtration captures allergens and expels cleaner air. Extra Dyson-engineered tools for homes with pets.
Wednesday, 21 September 2016
Instant Pot IP-Smart Bluetooth-Enabled Multifunctional Pressure Cooker, Stainless Steel
Instant pot smart is a revolutionary Smart cooker designed by Canadians with the objectives of being safe, convenient and dependable. It is Bluetooth enabled allowing programming and monitoring from smartphones or tablets. It speeds up cooking by using up to 70% less energy, and, above all, produces nutritious healthy food in a convenient and consistent fashion. instant Pot smart is a multi-functional fully-programmable Smart cooker combining the benefits of a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, porridge maker, steamer, Saute pan, yogurt maker, food warmer and more. A free iOS app (android app to be available soon) lets you program complex cooking steps in recipe scripts on your smartphone/tablet and execute on the cooker wirelessly. This capability allows the cooker's functionality to be upgraded and expanded after purchase, and the recipe scripts can be shared with friends. Your favorite dishes are within the reach of pressing a button. Green peas, sweet corn and baby carrots can be steamed in 2 to 3 minutes, fresh or frozen. To make mashed potato, don't boil potatoes in water for 50 minutes leaching nutrients into the water; steam them in instant pot for just 15 minutes. An entree of chili or Irish stew can be done within an hour, without you watching over it. Want to try the Japanese Onsen Tamago (hot spring egg)? there's recipe script in the free app. The free app also has recipe script to turn instant pot smart into a hot pot cooker. Tailored for varying tastes and food conditions, the programs come with 3 adjustable modes. Special features include 3 temperatures in Saute for browning, simmering or thickening, and 3 temperatures in slow cook to complete the tasks of a common slow cooker. Most traditional, modern and international recipes can be easily adapted for instant pot.
HOMMAGE Monaco Razor and Humidor
Hand-polished razor, brush and stand presented in a grey anigre wood gift box. A hygrometer and a humidifier allow you to continue to use the gift box.
KIND Fruit & Nut, All Natural / Non GMO, Gluten Free Bars
This healthy snack bar contains no trans fats. It's a rich source of fiber, low in sodium and contains a low GI. Packed with whole premium almonds, which are high in protein, fiber, calcium, magnesium, potassium, vitamin E, and other antioxidants.
Microsoft Surface 3 Tablet (10.8-Inch, 128 GB, Intel Atom, Windows 10)
Microsoft Surface 3 is the perfect productivity device for school, home, and on the go. It features a 10.8" Full HD touchscreen display with 1920 x 1280 resolution and is fast, responsive, and can run everything you need. With a thin, light frame that weighs less than 1.5 pounds, it’s the perfect size to take with you anywhere. The optional Surface Pen (sold separately) feels just like an actual pen so it’s easy to draw, take notes, or write music.
Tuesday, 20 September 2016
iRobot Roomba 880 Vacuum Cleaning Robot
Experience a deeper, multi-room clean every day with the Roomba 880 Vacuum Cleaning Robot. Featuring the revolutionary AeroForce Cleaning System, Roomba 880 delivers up to 5x the air power and requires less maintenance. Guided, room to room cleaning allows Roomba to tackle more of your home in one job. Just press clean or schedule Roomba to run up to 7x per week. Roomba works on all floor types, and at just 3.6 inch tall, is specifically designed to fit under most furniture, beds and kickboards.
2015 S US Mint Proof Set (P17) OGP
The 2015-S United States Mint Proof Set contains 14 coins in stunning proof condition displayed in three protective lenses. Each of these 2015-dated coins bears the "S" mint mark of the United States Mint at San Francisco.
The coins included in this set are:
* (5) quarters from the America the Beautiful Quarters® Program saluting Homestead National Monument in Nebraska, Kisatchie National Forest in Louisiana, Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina, Bombay Hook National Wildlife Reguge in Delaware and Saratoga National Historical Park in New York
* (4) Presidential $1 Coins honoring Presidents Harry S. Truman, Dwight D. Eisenhower, John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson
* (1) Native American $1 Coin with the reverse featuring Mohawk Ironworkers.
* (1) Kennedy half-dollar
* (1) Roosevelt dime
* (1) Jefferson five-cent coin
* (1) Lincoln cent
This brand new set comes complete in its original US Mint packaging including the Certificate of Authenticity.
The "Stock Images" used in this description are an indicator of the quality of the item you will receive. The actual item you will receive is guaranteed to be as described and depicted.
Monday, 19 September 2016
Ministry Of Magic Bathroom Toilet Decal Sticker - Funny Harry Potter Parody Wall decal
As seen on Buzzfeed: Ministry Of Magic Harry Potter Parody Toilet Decal The decal you see in the main photo is the 7" size, which happens to be the most popular size for this decal. Free ~2" Deathly Hallows Test decal included. Most orders are shipped same day Monday - Friday. Disclaimer: The decal is removable but not re-useable. I am not affiliated with Harry Potter in any way, this is parody art.
Enfamil Infant Non-GMO Baby Formula, 20.5 Oz. Tub (Pack of 4)
Enfamil Infant non-GMO infant formula is tailored to meet the nutritional needs of babies aged 0 through 12 months. It has a dual prebiotics blend designed to help support a baby's own natural defenses, as well as choline, DHA, iron and vitamin D. The nutrition you trust, now in non-GMO.
All Terrain KneeRover Steerable Knee Scooter Knee Walker Heavy Duty Crutches Alternative in Blue
The All Terrain KneeRover Knee Walker is the most versatile and advanced kneewalker in the industry - establishing a new level of durability and freedom of mobility for individuals who cannot bear weight on their foot or ankle, yet want to remain active.
These indoor - outdoor All Terrain kneeling walkers are an excellent alternative to crutches and feature 12" diameter off-road pneumatic tires designed to easily traverse grass, sidewalks, gravel and dirt with incredible ease and agility (this is simply not possible with most knee scooters available today).
Compatible with both the right and left legs, the KneeRover offers a 3" thick contoured knee platform and ergonomic rubber hand grips for complete comfort. And for maximum stability and complete control, these steerable knee scooters offer an advanced automotive style tie-rod steering mechanism and an adjustable locking handbrake.
The KneeRover double bar construction offers unprecedented strength and stability all while remaining lightweight and portable thanks to a folding mechanism that utilizes an easy to use thumb-release lever. Additionally, these knee walkers are equipped with a free detachable storage basket and feature tool-free assembly, setup and height adjustments.
Whether your are at home, at work, on the trail or on the town, experience a faster paced lifestyle with the All Terrain KneeRover - No Boundaries!
Specifications:
Color: Blue
Product Weight: 27 Lbs
Weight Capacity: 400 lbs
Overall Length: 35.5"
Handlebar Height Range: 35" to 47"
Overall Height w/ handlebar folded and seat removed: 19"
Knee Support Height Range: 19" - 22.5"
Knee pad: 6.75" wide x 12.5" length
Front Axle Width: 21"
Rear Clamp Brakes
Wire Basket (7.5" x 12.5" x 8.25")
Saturday, 17 September 2016
Friday, 16 September 2016
Nespresso Variety Pack for OriginalLine, 50 Capsules, 1.76 oz
Our Nespresso Coffee Variety Pack ensures everyone their ultimate coffee experience by providing delicious fine and balanced coffees in an assortment of flavors. Let your senses be guided by flavors like Roma (light roast South and Central America Arabicas with sweet woody notes), Arpeggio (dark roast of South and Central America Arabicas with cocoa notes), Capriccio (South American Arabicas for an espresso with a rich aroma and strong note), Livanto (pure Arabica for a well-balanced espresso with a roasted caramelized note), and Ristretto (a blend of South American and East African Arabicas for a full-bodied intense espresso).
Elegant Scroll Monogram for YETI Mugs
Everyone should personalize their YETI. Customize your YETI mug with a monogram in this elegant scroll style.
Here's how it works. It's super easy -- I create the monogram, ship it to you and you apply it to your YETI.
The size of the monogram in this listing is approx. 3 inches wide and tall. Choose from a selection of glossy colors and glitter vinyls.
This monogram come with a single initial surrounded by elegant swirls and scrolls. If you are looking to add your name in the same scroll lettering style, check out this listing: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GZ073WQ
Please note: YETI mug is NOT included.
Thursday, 15 September 2016
iRobot Roomba 880 Vacuum Cleaning Robot
Experience a deeper, multi-room clean every day with the Roomba 880 Vacuum Cleaning Robot. Featuring the revolutionary AeroForce Cleaning System, Roomba 880 delivers up to 5x the air power and requires less maintenance. Guided, room to room cleaning allows Roomba to tackle more of your home in one job. Just press clean or schedule Roomba to run up to 7x per week. Roomba works on all floor types, and at just 3.6 inch tall, is specifically designed to fit under most furniture, beds and kickboards.
Dell UltraSharp U3415W 34-Inch Curved LED-Lit Monitor
Step in and be immersed by a revolutionary audio and visual experience. One of the world's first 34" ultra-wide curved monitors, the Dell Ultra Sharp. 34 Curved Monitor - U3415W virtually surrounds you with thrilling sights and sounds. Experience a view like never before, with the U3415W 34" curved monitor from Dell.
1857-1858 Flying Eagle Indian Cent G/VG
This hand selected Early US Coin is a wonderful example of what our coinage looked like at the turn of the century. Coin will be in average circulated collectible condition.
Bai5 Tanzania Lemonade Tea, 5-calorie, Naturally Sweetened, Antioxidant Infused Beverage 18oz bottles (pack of 12)
Variety pack of twelve, 18-ounce bottles of Bai 5-Calorie antioxidant infused beverages - Malawi Mango, Brasilia Blueberry, Costa Rica Clementine and Sumatra Dragonfruit
Wednesday, 14 September 2016
Dainty Vertical Hand Stamped Name Gold Bar Necklace Personalized Gift for women Bridesmaid Jewelry
♥ Enter your choice of letters in the 'options' menu♥ Enhance your style with this dainty name bar necklace. Its thin and elegant name plate charm hangs vertically from a delicate chain, highlighting the radiant simplicity of the piece. A hand stamped name, initials, or short message makes this necklace a special, meaningful gift the wearer is sure to treasure. Perfect for weddings, birthdays, and other special occasions. Order one for a significant other, or personalize one as a treat for yourself. If you so choose, both sides of the plate can be stamped, as well. In order to extend the life of this plated piece, remove jewelry when sleeping, exercising, or doing other physically strenuous activities, as prolonged contact with sweat will cause the plating to wear away faster. In addition, avoid contact with perfumes, water, body oils, and other chemicals, including household cleaners. Never use chemical jewelry cleaners as these will wear away at the plating and do more harm than good. For light cleaning, gently polish with a soft, lint-free cloth in order to avoid scratching. Store in a cool dry place. It is highly advised to wear solid gold or sterling silver jewelry if one has sensitive skin. Personalized Necklace Bridesmaid gift Mother's day gift for women Graduation
Heidi Klum Wears AMO Babe Skinny Jeans in Keepsake
Originally from http://thejeansblog.com/celebs-in-denim/heidi-klum-wears-amo-babe-skinny-jeans-in-keepsake/
Another day, another sighting of the ever gorgeous model, Heidi Klum in her AMO Babe Skinny Jeans in Keepsake. She was seen getting out of her car and heading into dinner at Mr. Chow with her children in Beverly Hills, California. One thing I love about sightings of Heidi is that she’s always so well dressed, put together, and cheerful. It’s almost infectious.
Heidi styled her AMO Babe Skinny Jeans in Keepsake with an off the shoulder/cold shoulder shirt in lilac purple and some nude wedges, with simple jewellery accessories. This might possibly be one of my favourite outfits I have seen her in, however that’s a tough call as there’s always so many gorgeous looks of hers, but it’s definitely way up there. The colour combinations and the ease of her thrown back ponytail just make it stand out to me.
Speaking of these AMO Babe Jeans though, I just recently received the Keepsake wash for review from the brand so I could see why Heidi loved them so much, so definitely keep an eye out for that one towards the end of the month. The denim is a little thicker and stiffer, with not a huge amount of stretch to it, so that did surprise me that we even see Heidi wearing them at the airport for long haul flights too. What do you think of Heidi Klum and her love for AMO? Have you tried the brand and fell in love too?
Image Credit: Maciel / AKM-GSI
iFetch Too Interactive Ball Thrower for Dogs- Launches Standard Tennis Balls, Large
It's playtime! whether you're at work, at home or on vacation, the iFetch too makes everyone happy by bringing a fun, new twist to the familiar game of fetch. Perfect for indoor and outdoor play, the award-winning iFetch too launches regular tennis balls 10, 25 or 40 feet, saving the day (and your arm) when you're too tired (or too busy) to keep playing. With the ifetch too by your side, your fetch-loving dog will never be bored again. Ready to play.
19 Quick And Healthy Lunches To Pack For Your Kids
Originally from https://www.buzzfeed.com/michelleno/healthy-back-to-school-lunches-your-kids-will-actually-li?utm_term=4ldqpia
Be the cool parent: make these lunches.
Design by Jenny Chang
Baked Black Bean Taquitos
Great out the oven, and just as delicious at room temperature. Recipe here.
Strawberry Roll-Ups
Fruit roll-ups you can stand by. Recipe here.
Grilled Lemon Chicken Flatbread Wraps
Creamy and protein-packed. Recipe here.
Tuesday, 13 September 2016
People Are Complaining About Chick-Fil-A's Mobile App
Originally from https://www.buzzfeed.com/venessawong/chick-fil-as-mobile-app-is-having-some-issues?utm_term=4ldqpia
Chick-fil-A
Chick-fil-A has mastered the fast food fried chicken sandwich. But can it figure out a mobile app?
In the first few days of September, the 52-year old chain encouraged customers to use its relaunched mobile ordering app, called Chick-fil-A One, in the way it knows best: by offering free food. "Chick-fil-A customers who already have a Chick-fil-A One account or download the app and create a new account will receive a free breakfast item," the company said.
The strategy has worked well in the past. In June, when the company first launched the revamped app — the product of "three years of collaborating, testing, learning, and developing," it said. In just three days, Chick-fil-A One was downloaded a million times, and was the No. 1 free app in the iTunes store.
Free sandwiches aside, biggest promise of the app was allowing customers to cut Chick-fil-A's legendary long lines by ordering ahead — a feature that has proven popular at other busy chains like Starbucks. The app has been downloaded more than 7 million times since June 1, according to the company.
But it has attracted plenty of complaints and a relatively low rating from users — a surprising development for a chain known in the industry for its meticulous approach to service and obsession with carefully designing the customer experience.
According to more than 1,600 reviews of all versions of the app on iTunes, and more than 120 reviews on the current version, many of iPhone users had problems with the Chick-fil-A One app crashing, not registering accounts, and issues adding credit card information.
As of Monday, the app's overall rating on the iTunes store is 3 out of 5 stars.
Apple iTunes
The current version of the app, issued at the end of August, has an even lower rating: 2.5 stars.
Apple iTunes
"Love chick. Hate this app," one reviewer wrote. Another complained that after arriving at the restaurant at the time the app indicated, they still had to wait 15 minutes for their order. "App is only useful because of freebies, otherwise I would not use it," read the review.
Apple iTunes
"Keeps saying 'issue checking you in' then it cancels order," complained a user last week. "It took waaaaay longer than just waiting in the drive thru," another said.
Apple iTunes
A spokeswoman for Chick-fil-A said these reviews are not representative of the feedback or how the app is working. "Most of the feedback through the app and Google Play (which ranked Chick-fil-A One with a 4.2 rating) has been overwhelmingly positive," she wrote in an email.
But since August 31, when the current version of the app was released, users on Google Play have given it an average score of 3.4/5, according to data from App Annie.
"We are not currently dealing with any system-wide issues. Most of the feedback since the June 1 launch of Chick-fil-A One has been positive, though, as with any technology, there have been isolated incidents. We are tirelessly working on addressing every single one of these," the company said in a statement to BuzzFeed News. "The goal of Chick-fil-A One app is to make the guest experience even faster, more convenient and more personal than ever before - and we are committed to making the Chick-fil-A One app the best way to experience Chick-fil-A."
Restaurants from Panera and Starbucks to Taco Bell have been rolling out mobile ordering apps in an effort to reduce wait times and — in some cases — encourage larger orders (mobile apps have been effective at getting customers to order more.) At Starbucks, 5% of transactions now come from its mobile app, and 25% of transactions are paid for by app, the company said at a conference last week.
Chick-fil-A
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