that cause sleep deprivation that have consequential effects. There are several types of sleep disorders that cause one to experience sleep deprivation such as insomnia, restless leg syndrome (RLS), and sleep apnea. Insomnia can be caused by stress, jet lag, and diet, tending to increase with age; nevertheless there are several factors that contribute to insomnia in a person. One such factor that may lead one to…
Kilimanjaro My experience climbing to the summit of the 19,341 foot “roof of Africa” was a great adventure with my 62 year old father that made me realize I can succeed in everything if I work hard enough. Nothing I had accomplished before contained even the slightest trace of verisimilitude to this almost alien climb. Climbing Kilimanjaro was an unforgettable experience that I love reflecting back on. I not only cherish the exultation of reaching the summit, but I also look back fondly at…
5 mg for adults, and for kids, 2 to 5 mg has been used. Melatonin should be taken around 2 hours before bedtime. Results are usually seen within half an hour, sometimes it may take a few days or so for the effects of melatonin to be noticed. For jet lag the recommended dosage for it is 0.5 mg to about 5 mg taken at local bedtime. For nicotine withdrawal the recommended dosage is 0.3 mg taken at around 3 to 4 hours after the person smoked the last cigarette. For benzodiazepine withdrawal it is…
Coming to Xavier has been one of a kind. Xavier is not just your typical high school or private school. It is a very unique school. I went to public school for 9 years until I came to Xavier. I was very aware of Xavier since two of my cousins graduated from here, Shamara and Israel Valdez. Shamara actually introduced me to Xavier and encouraged me to go. She would always talk about her school and the environment. I was curious about it. If it wasn’t for my cousin I would of probably gone to La…
INTRODUCTION Chronotherapy is the administration of drug or treatment according to the circadian rhythm of body that give maximum therapeutic effect and minimum adverse effects. Circadian rhythm control the biochemical process and functions of the body and environmental factors such as light, temperature, food intake can influence the circadian rhythm[1]. The pathological state of the disease condition have an observed rhythm for almost all diseases like asthma, cancer , hypertension etc. This…
When Life Gives You Lemons, Thanks the Bees “If the bee disappears from the surface of the earth, man would have no more than four years to live. No more bees, no more pollination, no more plants, no more animals, no more man.” (Eccleston) This widely cited quote has been attributed to the famous genius, Albert Einstein. He briefly touches upon the importance of bees to planet earth. 75% of all flowering plants, including most food crops, rely on pollinators, like the honeybee, for…
Introduction Goals Everybody have a dream, but we need to set a plan to help us to achieve the goals. If not we are doomed to failure. In order to avoid we fall into the pitfall or stuck in the progress, we need to build a goals which is short term goal and long term goal. It can be a good idea to set a clear target and achieve it whatever happens in our life. Short term goal One of my short term goal is I hope I can score in my final year project which is intelligent fire alarm system and I…
Coffee Girl I believe in coffee. It goes with everything; the busiest days, the laziest, every book, newspaper, chat, and every mood. I believe in coffee as a form of survival. To wake me up each morning, to keep me going mid afternoon. It can comfort you, energize you and inspire you. I believe in coffee. I used to hate it. My Dad was the only one in our home that would drink it. He wakes up at 5 AM everyday, whether its Monday or Saturday, and pours the strong, hot brew right down his throat…
WOULDN 'T reality be beautiful if love came knocking on your door? Your eyes would outshine luna, blood would creep up your neck to your cheeks and then to the tips of your ears, your lips would curve upwards mimicking a parabola, and your heart. My god, your fist-sized heart. One magical muscle. Your heart would race like it 's participating in the Olympics in the summer. It 'd give you such a high emotion that the first thought that crosses your mind will embarrasse you when you think…
and Europe would undoubtedly be an issue. European teams would have several trans-Atlantic treks a season and teams located beyond the East Coast would have epic journeys half way around the world (“NBA Players Cautious Over European Expansion”). Jet lag, loss of sleep, and other factors could affect quality of play, as well as create reluctance amongst players to cross the Atlantic Ocean to play in Europe. Determining an effective schedule and analyzing travel discrepancies will be a major…