Easter 2009 AT Casa Do Churrasco Brazil

Celebrate the Joy of Easter at Casa do Churrasco Brazil! More than 20 dishes for the adults, free gift for kids

DINERS can look forward to a sumptuous feast on Easter Sunday, 12th April, with a delectable array of barbecued meats and a fabulous spread of more than 20 dishes at Casa do Churrasco Brazil. Kids dining in will also receive a free Easter gift surprise!

On weeknights, you can samba your blues away with crazy drink deals when you dine in at this authentic Brazilian barbecue restaurant.

Apart from sinking your teeth into succulent barbecued meats and a fabulous buffet spread of authentic Brazilian dishes, diners can now look forward to amazing drink deals to compliment their dining experience ($39 ++ for dinner on Fridays and $32 ++ for luncheon weekends):

Mondays: Caipirinha Night
Diners get half-price off their second Caipirinha and subsequent drinks (Caipirinha) onwards

Wednesday: Ladies Night
Ladies receive 50% off each glass of housepour Prosecco throughout the night.

Thursdays: Wine & Dine Night
Diners receive half price off their second glass/bottle of housepour wine and subsequent drinks onwards.

Casa do Churrasco Brazil is at 86 East Coast Road, #01-37/39, Katong Village, S 428788.
Tel. no. 6346 4744/4944.
Email: info@casadochurrascobrazil.com
Online: www.casadochurrascobrazil.com
Operating Hours:
Saturday and Sundays: lunch from 12pm to 4pm and dinner from 6pm to 11pm
Mondays to Fridays: dinner from 7pm to 11pm

Source: Easter 2009 At Casa Dp Churrasco Brazil

Pregnancy Tips: What Is Implantation Bleeding?

GREAT EXPECTATIONS
By Dr Lai Fon Min
Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist | A Company for Women, Camden Medical Centre | reprinted with permission from "Great Expectations" by Today's Parents magazine

WHAT IS IMPLANTATION BLEEDING AND WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?
Implantation bleeding occurs when an egg has been fertilised and implants into the lining of the uterus. Up to a third of women report some bleeding or spotting around the time of implantation.

It is typically small in amount, and not a “heavy” bleed. Implantation happens about a week (range 6-12 days) after ovulation. It may be accompanied by cramping or backache.

Implantation will appear before you expect your period and some may mistake it for spotting before their period begins.

Because there is typically so little and it is before you would expect your period it would be normal to think you are just getting ready to start your period.

However, if you think there is a chance you could have conceived in that cycle, please do a urine pregnancy test.

Source: Pregnancy Tips: What Is Implantation Bleeding?

Pregnancy Tips: What Is Dilated Renal Pelvis?

GREAT EXPECTATIONS
By Dr Lai Fon Min
Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist | A Company for Women, Camden Medical Centre | reprinted with permission from "Great Expectations" by Today's Parents magazine

I’VE JUST HAD MY 20-WEEK ANOMALY SCAN AND HAVE BEEN TOLD MY BABY HAS A DILATED RENAL PELVIS. ALTHOUGH I’VE BEEN REASSURED THIS CONDITION WILL PROBABLY CORRECT ITSELF, I’M WORRIED.

Mild renal pelvic dilatation (swelling of the collecting system in the foetal kidney) occurs in 1 to 3 percent of pregnancies. It is more common in male fetuses. It is usually defined as an antero-posterior diameter of > 5 mm before 24 weeks and > 7 mm after 25 weeks.

Usually the condition will resolve on its own, but worsening renal pelvis dilatation may be due to some underlying problem in the urinary tract like obstruction, or certain abnormalities in formation of the kidney, for example, a duplex kidney or a multicystic kidney. If there is no family history of kidney disease, and there are no other abnormal findings on ultrasound, the outcome in the baby depends on whether the dilatation worsens as the pregnancy progresses.

If there are no other abnormal findings in addition to the dilated renal pelvis, there is no need to check for chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus.

If the dilatation remains static or is less than 10mm, then an ultrasound scan of the urinary system will be done three to four days after birth. If this is normal, a follow up scan should be repeated one, six or 12 months later.

Unfortunately, the clinical significance of persistent neonatal renal pelvic dilatation is unknown as long-term follow up studies are not available. Even if the dilatation persists, the likelihood of serious urinary tract problems is very low.

If the dilatation is > 10 mm in a follow up ultrasound scan after 28 weeks gestation, your baby will be continued to be monitored closely after birth and other specialized tests of urinary tract function may be necessary.

Source: Pregnancy Tips: What Is Dilated Renal Pelvis?

Pregnancy Tips: I Am Pregnant, When Should I See A Doctor?

GREAT EXPECTATIONS
By Dr Lai Fon Min
Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist | A Company for Women, Medical Centre | reprinted with permission from "Great Expectations" by Today's Parents magazine


WE JUST FOUND OUT A FEW DAYS AGO I AM PREGNANT AND I BELIEVE I’M 4-6 WEEKS ALONG. HOW SOON DO WE SEE A DOCTOR TO CONFIRM THE PREGNANCY AND THEN WHEN SHOULD WE BOOK IN AN OBSTETRICIAN?

It is a good idea to see your obstetrician as soon as you know you are pregnant if you have had previous difficulty in conceiving or currently have bleeding in pregnancy.

Otherwise, a good time would be between six to eight weeks of pregnancy when an ultrasound scan can be done. The earlier you make your appointment, the earlier your pregnancy can be dated and your due date calculated.

Be prepared for lots of questions as your obstetrician needs to establish an accurate picture of your health, your husband’s health and both of your families’ medical history. Here are some of the things he may ask you:

Date of last period – knowing the date of your last monthly period, or LMP, allows your doctor to calculate your due date. You will also be offered a dating ultrasound scan to confirm that the pregnancy is in the correct place to get a more accurate idea of how far along the pregnancy you are and to see if you are expecting more than one baby.

Previous miscarriages, abortions and births – this information is important and could have a bearing on how well you cope with pregnancy this time around. It has an impact on how your obstetrician manages your labor.

Family history of disease/genetic conditions screening is now available for known genetic conditions, such as ß-thalassemia major, so if you have a family history, your obstetrician can explain and organise tests.

A family history of allergies, heart disease or certain other major medical conditions could all have a bearing on your pregnancy, so go prepared with any relevant information about you and your husband’s medical history.

Your lifestyle – your obstetrician will ask a few questions about how much alcohol you drink and whether you smoke. As both can affect your baby’s health, your obstetrician will offer advice on how to quit smoking in addition to advice on diet and other aspects of daily life

Source: Pregnancy Tips: I Am Pregnant, When Should I See A Doctor?

Shampoo = Bad For Your Drug Resistance?

Can Your Shampoo Make You Sick?
UK study says 'biocite' used in household products leads to antibiotic resistance Photo by Indiawomenshealth.com

THIS just in from our favorite green website, Treehugger: Did you know that something as harmless as your hair shampoo could make you resistant to drugs such as antibiotics?

Citing a research by UK scientists, Treehugger says "pollution from compounds in myriad household products could also be fostering antibiotic resistance." These industrial compounds are known as "biocites" and used by nearly all household and personal products.

"The study delved into the question of whether pollution from sewage sludge, animal disinfectants, and fabric softeners could be linked to the rise in drug resistance in bacteria," says the site.

Are organic products an alternative? The study does not really say, but we'll keep you posted.

Source: Shampoo = Bad For Your Drug Resistance?

How To Exercise Your Dog? Ask Your Veterinarian

Exercising Your Dog
Not only can exercise extend your furry friends' lives, it can also expend some of their nervous energy and make them a little less likely to chew on the living room drapes
Source: www.healthypets.com

YOU know it's good for you. You know that exercise can give you energy, help you maintain a healthy weight, keep your muscles and joints flexible, help you live longer, and above all, make you feel better.

For all the same reasons, your pets need to get up and get moving. Not only can pet exercise extend your furry friends' lives; it may also expend some of their nervous energy and make them a little less likely to chew on the living room drapes.

The thing is, nobody's filled pets in on all of these benefits of exercise. Without someone to lead the way, they're not going to run laps or do leg lifts in their spare time.

So as a wonderful pet parent, part of your job is ensuring your animal family members get safe, enjoyable exercise on a regular basis -- whether they're cats, dogs, turtles, or ferrets! All pets need some physical activity to live a happy, healthy life.

Different pets need different amounts of exercise, so you'll want to talk to your veterinarian before starting your pet's workout program. With your veterinarian's approval, you can embark on an exercise program that won't seem like work at all -- to your pet, it's play.

Dogs on the run
Dogs can be great fun to exercise, because they can get you out and moving yourself. You don't want to hit the ground running with your pooch, though. Just as with any animal -- or person -- you'll want a doctor's okay before you start your dog's fitness routine.

"Begin with a visit to the veterinarian to discuss your plans and ensure your dog has a clean bill of health," says Dr. Jay Geasling, member and past president of the American Animal Hospital Association. "After your veterinarian gives you the go-ahead, start your dog on suitable exercise for beginners."

Just like people who aren't used to exercise, dogs should start off slow. Moderately paced walking and swimming are a good way to start -- they let canine athletes build their cardiovascular and muscle strength without putting undue stress on their joints.

A daily 10- to 15-minute walking or swimming session is a good start; you can build to an hour a day if Rover seems up to it. If, after a few months, he's doing well and can handle long, fast walks without fatigue, he can graduate to jogging with you.

Once he's adapted to the exercise, you and your dog can run and walk to your heart's content, if you take a few precautions:

> Keep a close eye on your dog. Watch for any unusual signs of fatigue or trouble breathing. If your pup wants to stop, let him. Dogs that overdo it can suffer strained tendons or ligaments or other orthopedic problems.

> Don't expect your fuzzy buddy to be a weekend warrior, even if you only get exercise on the weekends yourself. After a long week without exercise, your dog may be ready to get out and burn off energy. But because of their enthusiasm, many of the popular breeds, such as Labrador and Golden Retrievers, will overdo it.
> Safety first -- keep Rover on a leash when you run. Even the best-trained dogs can run into the path of a car or a territorial animal. And if you have to run when it's dark out, put reflectors on your dog's collar as well as on your clothes.

> Concrete and asphalt are tough on the paws, especially on hot days. Try to run on dirt paths or grass as much as possible. Gravel, cinders, and road salt can also irritate paws.

> Take it easy in extreme weather. If it's freezing cold or hot and steamy out, either keep your run short or play a little indoor fetch instead.

> The more active your dog is, the more water he'll need. Make sure he has plenty of fresh water before and after your run. If you're going for a long run, take some water along for him.

If your dog is getting bored with running or walking, take heart: there are other ways to get him the exercise he needs. A 15-minute game of fetch makes for a good workout.

Supervised play with other dogs is a good option too. Tug-of-war is not a good game because it can damage his teeth and may increase aggressive behavior. If you have the time and your dog has the inclination, you could even try running him through some agility obstacle courses, which incorporate a range of activities.

If you're interested, your veterinarian may know of a dog agility organization in your area.

Source: How To Exercise Your Dog? Ask Your Veterinarian

Securing The Home…And Peace Of Mind

The importance of home security can never be overemphasised and goes beyond the brick-and-mortar of our house. We hear from Corinna Choong, Senior Vice President, Group Marketing & Communications of Certis CISCO, on how to keep me and mine safe and sound.

By Nadya Huang | Photos courtesy of Certis Cisco | reprinted with permission from "Expert Advise" by Home Concepts magazine

WHAT BASIC FEATURES SHOULD A HOME SECURITY SYSTEM HAVE?
For homes, a security system with an intrusion detection feature is a must-have. The system will be triggered if a door or window is tampered with. Some homeowners may install a CCTV to monitor home situations where there are elderly parents, young children and maids.

A sound home security solution should give you round-the-clock protection, monitoring against break-ins, fire and other dangers. Linked to Certis CISCO’s 24-hour alarm monitoring centre, our home security solution has the following features:

• Signage (Deters burglars)
• Siren (Alerts your neighbours and discourages further attempts)
• Alarm monitoring (Notifies you and sends help when alarms are set off)
• Duress alarm (Enter a duress code instead of the access code to disable the alarm; a duress signal is sent to the centre for help)
• Smoke detector (Alerts you to a fire when you are home; ensures the SCDF is notified promptly)
• Panic alarm (Sends a signal to the centre when activated via the control panel/key fob. Help will then be sent your way)
• Pendant panic button (Ideal for the elderly or infirm; can be clipped onto clothing or mounted by the bedside)

WHICH ARE CURRENTLY THE MOST COMMON AND POPULAR SECURITY GADGETS?
For homes, the most common and popular security gadgets would include RFID readers, card readers, PIN readers, and magnetic locks for doors and alarms.

WHAT ARE THE COMMON MYTHS ABOUT HOME SECURITY? DO YOU THINK PEOPLE ARE CONCERNED ENOUGH ABOUT HOME SECURITY?
There is a general complacency and mindset that “it will not happen to me”. As Singapore, by world standards, is still relatively safe, Singaporeans may not be overly concerned about home security. But we do see an upward trend of people seeking professional advice and service to safeguard their home and loved ones.

HOW DO YOU THINK HOME SECURITY TRENDS ARE GOING TO CHANGE? WHICH IS THE MOST SIGNIFICANT?
I believe that homeowners will benefit through education and awareness of the crime situation and that cost-effective solutions are available. With greater education and awareness, homeowners will be more likely to invest in home security systems to protect their loved ones and home.

HOW DO WE KNOW IF THE PERSON INSTALLING OUR SYSTEM IS TRUSTWORTHY?
Engage a reputable security company. Such organizations will have strict selection criteria for technicians and engineers. For example, at Certis CISCO, our engineers are recruited through a rigorous selection process. When [they] conduct site surveys or install systems, customers can verify their identities through uniforms and the company-issued photo ID. Upon installation, our engineers will always advise customers to change the default password to a personalized one.

HOW OFTEN SHOULD WE MAINTAIN OUR SECURITY SYSTEM?
Home security systems should be periodically tested to ensure they are in good working condition. As good practice, security systems need to be maintained every six months.
OTHER MEASURES TO TAKE TO MAXIMISE HOME SECURITY

• Avoid being complacent and be vigilant of and report suspicious characters loitering in the vicinity of your home to the police

• Keep abreast of the latest modus operandi of criminals. Examples include deception and impersonation of government officials/ regulatory authorities; gaining entry through false ceilings, ventilation openings, rubbish chutes; using adjacent properties as a platform to break-in, etc.

• Ensure that all family members especially the young and senior citizens are periodically reminded not to allow strangers into the home

• Ensure all doors and windows are secured when leaving the home even for a short while

• Avoid keeping large amounts of cash and valuables in the home

• Change locks when keys are misplaced and/or when given to renovation contractors

SHOULD YOU BE AWAY FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME, AVOID GIVING SIGNS THAT YOUR HOME IS UNOCCUPIED

• Cancel your newspaper and magazine subscriptions; avoid leaving notes to indicate your absence even for short durations; use timer switches to turn on the lights to give the impression that your home is occupied

• Ask neighbours and/or trusted persons to keep an eye on your home while you are away and to remove unsolicited brochures left outside the entrance of the home

• Inform your Neighbourhood Police Centre that you will be away from home

Source: Securing The Home…And Peace Of Mind

Tailor Fit For A More Sexy And Beautiful You

We will always want to have that ideal body to fit our beautiful clothes and accessories, with such we should also consider our predisposed differences in our faculties.

By Lawrence C.

Renaissance artists had this definite measure for beauty in their creation, its all about achieving the perfect proportion of the body that is the head must be 1/8 of the body (The Vitruvian). This was their golden measure in making aesthetic sculptures during the time. Although ones beauty now can be emphasized by fashionable clothes, accessories and good set of make up, it would be better if the beauty that we possess would shine by having a little of this and sticking primarily to the basics a good skin, hair and nails and specially having a fit and sexy body that we can parade our good clothes with.

You can let the dermatological services address your skin and the salon for your hair, but one must take control of one’s exercise and diet. Have a substantial meal complete of vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants as well as accordingly to ones B.M.I. (Body Mass Index). B.M.I. is a measure of body fat based on height and weight that applies to both men and women .This one can know by coordinating with your local fitness instructor or by checking BMI online calculators. From this you will have an idea of how much food you need to consume. Just remember that we have different activities and lifestyles and it is best to tailor fit our diet and exercise activities.

As unique individuals we have differences in trouble spots that one needs to work at. Some would have a hard time working out on their abs, some on legs and arms or ones butt. We should discern what those parts are and exert more effort on these parts, although a better approach would be a holistic plan that is engagement of the whole body for the work-outs combined with an effective diet.

In achieving a more beautiful and sexy self, first would be our initiative to exercise and to improve ourselves. Then it would be the discipline that we instill and practice in our diet committing time and effort in our exercises, up until all of these become a habit that our day would not be complete without it.

Cut Cost and Save It For The Trips

All of us would want to save for possible trips this summer season, also to have that a little of that disposable income to do what we want.
By: Lawrence

It's nice to have this quality time eating out on good restaurants once in a while with our family or special someone. It also feels good to have this simple freedom of treating them either coming from our bonus or simple savings. We can lessen our expenses by noting these reminders on saving on our electric bills.

First would be keeping our home appliances well maintained. Household appliances operate more efficiently and use less energy when it is in good working condition. One should know its limits and give it proper cleaning.

When shopping for a new refrigerator, one should choose energy efficient refrigerators. Check the label attached to the refrigerator, units that have a higher Energy Efficiency Factor are more energy efficient and cost less to operate. Newer refrigerator models use 30% less electricity than those built 10 years ago and newer models usually use less as companies now go eco-friendly. A 4-tick refrigerator saves you about $130 a year over a 1-tick mode. Similarly a 4-tick air-conditioner saves you about $460 in electricity bills a year in comparison to a 1-tick model.

Upon shopping for a new appliance have this insight. Think of two price tags of the appliance, the first price would be the purchase price and then think it as a down payment. Then the second price would be the price tag of how much cost the product will yield during its lifetime of service. You'll be paying on that second price tag every month with your utility bill for the next 10 to 20 years. Refrigerators usually last an average of 20 years while air conditioners and dishwashers last for 10 years while clothes washers for about 14 years so weigh it well.

Lastly, home lighting costs about 20% to 30% of one’s electric bill so make sure that it provides direct lighting on needed spots and attain a habit of turning it off when not using . This also goes true with monitors, televisions sets and other general appliances. One must remember to opt compact fluorescent lamp and switch off home appliances at the power socket as standby power can account for up to 10% of one home's electricity use.

In times of recession, one must learn how to adapt and have a better allotment of our resources. Would it be nice to have these simple savings and use it for persons that truly matters.

Sources:
www.e2singapore.gov.sg
www.meralco.com.ph

Make Her Feel Special

Make her feel that you are dating her for what she is as a person .

By Lawrence Caniamaso

Every girl has her own style, viewpoint as well as physical make up. In dating girls I always do my best to make the person feel that she is special in her own way. This is knowing that each and every date is different in one’s historicity and in character.

In dating looking good is a must and doing some research on your date will not hurt as from there you can strike a good conversation. Putting and seeing yourself on her shoes yet maintaining your identity would secure a better talk, as similarities will be the grounds of sharing.

In choosing a place , find a good one that is to make her feel special away from too much crowd also to develop intimacy with your date. Don't talk about previous relationships and heartaches and start with new things with new hopes. Communicate to her that you are serious and with good intentions with her. Be confident and give your best foot forward always in dating since it is advertising of oneself but do remember not to be pretentious.

Make her feel as a person as you get to know her hobbies, interest, thoughts and let her express it. Also, make her feel that you are dating her for what she is now and that is what matters the most. Share your views and insights on different kinds of things simple or astute. Then brazen all of these using your charm and with your smile ; )