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1 Voyage Data Recorders "CSI on the High Seas"* James T. Brown Paxton N. Crew Legge, Farrow, Kimmitt, McGrath & Brown L.L.P Woodway, Suite 400 Houston, Texas Mr. Brown is licensed by the United States Coast Guard as Master and First Class Pilot. He attended law school after working in various shoreside and seagoing capacities for Lykes Bros. Steamship Co., Texaco Marine Services Inc., the Falcon Shipping Group and Coastal Corporation. He received his B.S. in Marine Transportation with honors from Texas A&M University in 1981 and is a 1989 graduate of the University of Houston Law Center, where he served as President of the Admiralty Law Society. Mr. Brown is a proctor in Admiralty in the Maritime Law Association of the United States and has served as a Director of the Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute. He has published articles on various aspects of maritime law in the Journal of Maritime Law and Commerce, the American Journal of Trial Advocacy, the Defense Counsel Journal, the Nautical Institute, the Houston Lawyer, Texas Tech University Law Review and the State Bar of Texas Environmental Law Journal. He is a maintaining member in the College of the State Bar of Texas. Mr. Brown has an active trial and appellate practice focused on maritime personal injury, collision and offshore energy matters. He also represents owners and mariners in Coast Guard and state administrative proceedings. Mr. Crew is an associate at Legge, Farrow, Kimmitt, McGrath & Brown. Mr. Crew graduated from the University of Houston Law Center in 2007, prior to joining the firm, Mr. Crew worked for NASA s Aircraft Operations Division at the Johnson Space Center, where he was involved in a number of avionics upgrade projects to NASA s experimental aircraft and astronaut training aircraft. While at the University of Houston Law Center Mr. Crew was a member of the Moot Court Team and was a national finalist and semi-finalist in the John R. Brown Admiralty Competition. Mr. Crew continues to serve on that team as a coach. During law school, Mr. Crew also interned with Stolt-Nielson Transportation Group. Mr. Crew focuses his practice on maritime personal injuries and collisions and U.S. Coast Guard proceedings. Mr. Crew also handles insurance coverage litigation and toxic tort matters. He is a member of the Maritime Law Association of the United States, the Defense Research Institute, and serves as a Director in the Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute. This paper was originally presented at the June 2010 meeting of the Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute.
2 Voyage Data Recorders "CSI on the High Seas" Table of Contents Table of Contents... i Preface What is a VDR? Regulatory Authority for VDRs Considerations for Counsel Audio Evidence...7 Conclusion...7
3 Collision at Sea Can Ruin Your Entire Day The sea is always ready, at the first sign of failure, to rush in and destroy the very craft it so readily supports upon the surface of the water. The sea is only safe so long as the ship is safe and seaworthy and ably handled. No matter how important a man at sea may consider himself, unless he is fundamentally worthy the sea will some day find him out. If a wrong move is made at sea, in a critical moment, death may be the penalty for the most simple failure. Capt. Felix Riesenberg Gentlemen, we are in a precarious position. We must be prepared to abandon ship... It s time to go now, Phillips. You ve done your duty. You can do no more. Abandon your cabin, it s everyone for himself. Capt. Edward J. Smith A Night to Remember (1958) Well it s a new ship but she s got the right name. Now you remember that, you hear? You treat her like a lady, and she ll always bring you home. Dr. Leonard Bones McCoy Star Trek Next Generation (2079) File the Limitation Action Now. Anonymous Maritime Lawyer (1851-present) 1
4 Voyage Data Recorders "CSI on the High Seas" The relationship between a vessel owner and the master of an ocean going ship has created many of the nuances unique to maritime law. In the age of sail, the master was seen as the agent of the owner and had authority to act on his behalf and make business decisions in far flung ports of call. Technological advances have changed the concept of the master from the autonomous agent of the owner once the vessel breaks ground, to something more akin to a seagoing manager of a business unit. With satellite communications, , sat-phone communications, and shipboard teleconferencing, owners and operators can monitor day-t0-day shipboard operations like never before. Similarly, all of these activities can be digitally recorded. This presentation touches on the implications of Voyage Data Recorders ("VDR") for those who litigate maritime casualties in civil, administrative and potentially criminal proceedings. 1. What is a VDR? A VDR is a self-enclosed monitoring device that can digitally record almost every aspect of a ship's navigational and engine room information into a "black box" that allows review of the procedures and instructions used in the moments before a casualty to help identify the cause of the accident. Ship owners can outfit their vessels with a wide range of VDRs which can record virtually every critical piece of information relevant to a ship's business including: -VDR Ambient bridge conversation and VHF radio communications, Date, time, position ( GPS ), 2
5 Ship s heading ( Gyro ), Speed ( Log ), Radar picture, Record radar and/or AIS data through ARPA overlays, Depth ( Echo sounder ); Engine demand & response, Main alarms, fire alarms etc., Watertight and fire door status, Rudder order & response, Wind speed & direction, Hull stresses & acceleration. A Simplified VDR or ("SVDR") records far less information, but nevertheless must record, "position, movement, physical status, command and control information." This information is usually limited to AIS/GPS information coupled with bridge audio. The VDR data drive must also be located in a brightly colored, protected capsule to ensure that it can be retrieved post-casualty. It is usually located on the flying bridge and must also be fitted with a device that will assist in its location post-casualty. In the event the vessel sinks, the VDR emits a ping that can help accident investigators locate the wreck and begin salvage efforts. Once recovered, it will provide the foregoing data which is then reviewed much like the black box in aircraft casualties. 2. Regulatory Authority for VDRs. Regulation 20 of SOLAS Chapter V requires VDRs on all vessels over 3000 GRT built after July The stated purpose behind this requirement is to enable accident investigators to review procedures and instructions in the moments before an incident and help to identify the cause of any accident. See 3
6 MSC/Circ.1024 Guidelines on voyage data recorder (VDR) ownership and recovery. The United States is a signatory to SOLAS and likewise recognizes the requirement. As part of marine casualty investigations, the U.S. Coast Guard likewise has the authority to request voyage records. 46 CFR These records include many of the items stored by VDRs Voyage records, retention of. (a) The owner, agent, master, or person in charge of any vessel involved in a marine casualty shall retain such voyage records as are maintained by the vessel, such as both rough and smooth deck and engine room logs, bell books, navigation charts, navigation work books, compass deviation cards, gyro records, stowage plans, records of draft, aids to mariners, night order books, radiograms sent and received, radio logs, crew and passenger lists, articles of shipment, official logs and other material which might be of assistance in investigating and determining the cause of the casualty. The owner, agent, master, other officer or person responsible for the custody thereof, shall make these records available upon request, to a duly authorized investigating officer, administrative law judge, officer or employee of the Coast Guard. The IMO has implemented a phase-in for all vessels to comply with VDR requirements. All Cargo ships greater than 20,000 gross tons which were constructed before July 2002 were required to install a VDR or S-VDR at the first scheduled dry-docking after July 1, 2006 and not later than July 1, For all vessels between 3000 gross tons but less than 20,000 gross tons constructed before July 2002, they must have a VDR or S-VDR installed at the first scheduled dry-docking after July 1, 2006 but no later than July 1, This means that virtually every vessel calling on U.S. ports will be required to have a VDR installed by this year. 4
7 3. Considerations for Counsel Marine lawyers must be cognizant of the implications of VDR data retention when conducting their preliminary investigations. Defense counsel should arrange with the Master and the Vessel's agent to preserve the VDR data, not only in the event of civil litigation, but also for U.S. Coast Guard marine casualty investigations. Unfortunately VDR data is often not immediately accessible and often requires the assistance of a shoreside technician who is qualified to download the relevant data from the VDR system. The technician should be advised to provide counsel with a copy of the VDR data and the software to playback the data. This data is usually rather large, and requires the use of portable hard-drives. In December, 2005, the IMO issued a circular recommending that VDR manufacturers design and install units with an accessible means for extracting the stored data from the VDR or S-VDR to a laptop computer. See IMO SN/Circ.246. The stated purpose of this circular was to enable marine casualty investigators immediate access to VDR data and software. Little appears to have come of this circular, and it appears that vessels would prefer this information flow through their counsel before being turned over to investigating authorities. In light of the possibility of criminal prosecution, discussed below, this raises a variety of constitutional concerns that could easily be side-stepped by U.S. Coast Guard investigators. Despite the fact that VDR s have been around for a while, the data had rarely been requested by Coast Guard investigators. Since the COSCO BUSAN 5
8 incident, in which VDR data was extensively examined, the Coast Guard is now requesting VDR data with much more frequency. One thing to consider is that the failure to retain VDR data could be grounds for a civil penalty levied against the owner, or possibly be construed as interfering with a government investigation. 18 U.S.C At the very least, crews should be trained to activate the memory function after an incident to prevent the looping or recording over of the relevant data. In some cases, older VDRs recorded onto magnetic looped tapes, and would record over themselves in twelve hours. Newer digital VDRs will record over old data if improperly configured. There is currently no hard set standard for how long the VDR data must be retained, however, if the VDR data is lost, the repercussions for an adverse inference, or even worse, a spoliation instruction, are ominous. In some instances the Court could construe this as tantamount to altering or destroying the vessel's log. See, e.g., The Ernest H. Meyer, 84 F.2d 496 (9 th Cir. 1936) Cognizant of the requirements that vessels must maintain VDR data, a prudent marine lawyer who wishes to make a future claim would do well to send a spoliation letter to the ship's agent and counsel. A suitable spoliation letter would contain the warning that the VDR data is required to be maintained by Chapter V of Solas, and 46 CFR , and that the owner should take all measures necessary to download it and preserve it in the event a claim is made, or should the U.S. Coast Guard request it as part of their Part IV investigation. 6
9 4. Audio Evidence All VDRs are required to gather audio recordings of the Bridge Team. Wheelhouses and bridge wings are commonly fitted with microphones which feed into the VDR. This has the unfortunate side-effect of often capturing cellphone conversations on the VDR. Obviously, privileged communications with ship's counsel may be inadvertently disclosed to non-parties. Consequently, owners and operators should endeavor to train their crews accordingly. Evidence also may inculpate mariners of criminal wrongdoing, and could be used in U.S. Coast Guard proceedings. Consequently, it is incumbent that ship's counsel review the VDR recordings prior to being turned over to the U.S. Coast Guard to adequately inform any effected mariner of his or her rights. Conclusion: Technology is changing the face of maritime law. As ships become equipped with more information gathering devices, the role of the ship's lawyer must also adapt to these new evidentiary problems. But counsel can only prepare for these problems if she understands what kind of evidence is being captured, and how it may be used. This paper touches on only a few of those ramifications, but hopefully will be of benefit to maritime lawyers who are dealing with these problems daily. With regard to litigation of collision matters unless the VDR data can be challenged as unreliable, the information it contains will obviate the need for many of the traditional machinations employed in litigating such claims. This should result in a savings of legal fees and expenses, and foster prompter resolution of such claims. 7
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The Voice, widely known for uncovering new singing talent, began its 11th season this week, and among the aspiring artists who've already aced their first audition is Apple Valley local Lauren Diaz.
Making it through the "blind auditions" on NBC's Emmy-winning reality television show was "basically a dream come true," Diaz told the Daily Press Wednesday.
The 24-year-old sang Alicia Keys' "If I Ain't Got You," earning her a spot on the team of the artist herself, who is one of The Voice's new coaches this season, along with Miley Cyrus. Keys, Diaz's longtime music idol, said that Diaz sang her song even better than she could herself.
Diaz said receiving that compliment was "just mind-blowing."
"I'm so thankful to even have the opportunity of this platform," Diaz said. "I'm shocked, dumbfounded… I still have no words."
Diaz, born in Omaha, Nebraska, has lived in the High Desert since she was two years old, currently residing in Apple Valley and working as a voice coach.
"I never thought that I would get an opportunity like this," Diaz said. "I feel like I am in this weird place. I know it's real, but it's like it isn't real. I'm still trying to come off cloud nine."
Along with the victory of making it onto the show, Diaz was delivered a second life-changing surprise the night of her audition, when her boyfriend and father of her son proposed right after.
"It definitely was a shocker," Diaz said. "We've been on and off for six years … It was a long time coming and I can't believe he did it on national television — it was the icing on the cake."
Diaz is also known locally as one of the regular singers at High Desert Church, where she has been helping lead worship for about two years.
"I'm so thankful that my hometown has been so supportive and has showed me a lot of love," Diaz said.
She expressed that she is overwhelmed by the messages she's been recieving, and wishes she could respond to everyone individually.
"My phone I think is going to crash," Diaz said. "I've never gotten the amount of attention that I'm getting now."
It isn't Diaz's first time being on TV, however. When she was 13, she won an episode of "America's Most Talented Kid," singing the same Keys song.
It was at the age of 19 that her music career temporarily went on the back burner, after she got pregnant with her son. During the same time, her mother was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.
"I had no idea what I was going to do — I had this huge responsibility I had to take care of," Diaz said. "I put my faith in God and knew he was going to get me through it … I knew that no matter what the roadblocks,singing is what I am meant to do."
Most interested in R&B, soul and gospel music, Diaz says she is excited to see where "The Voice" will take her.
"I'm honestly right now just trying to be positive and be normal," Diaz said. "I'm home, I get to be a wife — my husband and I eloped — and my heart is set on still being a vocal teacher because it's what I love to do."
Diaz's audition on The Voice has already hit no. 15 on iTune's R&B/Soul weekly chart. She encourages the community to continue supporting her by tuning in to The Voice and voting for her when the time comes.
The next stage is the "Knockout Rounds," in which a pair of artists within a team sing individual performance in succession and only one continues in the competition. The Knockout Rounds begin airing Oct. 10.
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My thanks to University of Montana Sports Information Director Dave Guffey for sending me the release today.
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Apple recently announced that it would bump retail store wages up to 25 percent next month. Over the past two weeks, store managers informed employees of the raises, and as expected, the news was well taken.
The raises came after an internal review and accelerated performance review, both of which were conducted by head of Apple retail John Browett. It was discovered that wage levels were the chief complaint of most employees. It was even noted that one particular Apple store had a nearby
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Twenty-five percent is pretty huge for Apple, considering it usually only offers 2 to 5 percent raises annually.
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Occupying the 17th-century Santa Isabel Convent, this charming hotel was renovated in 2010 and offers a total of 38 rooms and suites. The air-conditioned hotel offers wireless Internet access, and guests can enjoy dining in the elegant restaurant. A caf� and bar are also available. Guests are welcomed in the lobby, which offers a 24-hour reception and a 24-hour check-out service, as well as a hotel safe, cloakroom and lift access to the upper floors. The staff at the reception desk can also arrange car hire for guests. There is free parking on site, or a garage that can be used for a fee. Additional features at the hotel include a snack bar, spacious lounge areas including a TV lounge, and gardens. Business travellers may wish to use the conference facilities, and for fees room and laundry services are also available.
Surrounded by peaceful countryside in the Basque village of Gordexola, the hotel is just 15 km from the medieval village of Balmaseda. The next big city is Bilbao, which is 20 km away. Sondica Airport is approximately 25 km from the hotel.
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Great service and beautiful atmosphere. Room was amazing and spa was just decent.
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I got an upgrade, so my room was a one bedroom big apartment!. loved it.
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Staff feels over the top. Guest is the employee...Posted Nov 28, 2016 on Hotels
Very bad staff. Manager never showed up. The security looked at me despisingly. WILL NEVER EVER PUT A FOOT ON THAT PLACE. Hope to never see those ungrateful pigs.
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Any service requested was prompt. More importantly, no hotel employee was ever in your face. Polish and discretion are two words come mind to describe my stay. I would surely return.
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We cannot allow irregularities such as Vagrant AIs to enter the system!
- "The Epitaph of Twilight. To sum it up in a nut shell, it is a tale."
- — Tartarga —
Tartarga (タルタルガ) is a Wandering AI and inhabitant of Net Slum. He is also a character in the Epitaph of the Twilight. He later becomes the giant, city-sized Vagrant AI Net Slum Tartarga.
He appears as an other-worldy version of the Data Drain monster Long Lived.
Epitaph of the TwilightEdit
In the Epitaph of the Twilight, Tartarga is the name of a tortoise who lives in the True Underworld and possesses ancient knowledge.
The WorldEdit
In the story of The World, Tartarga is the name of a people to which Lia Fail was a holy ground, who fought with the forces of Carmina Gadelica during the Great War.
.hack GamesEdit
After arriving in the Net Slum, Kite and BlackRose were greeted by Tartarga, who proceeded to explain the true nature of Net Slum and Wandering AIs. He also told them a bit about the Epitaph of Twilight, saying that it was a tale about the end of the world of spirits.
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See Net Slum Tartarga.
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It is almost impossible to nail down any single moment where decor has mattered in my life. Truth is, decor always matters. Decor is the ambiance, the vibes, the feeling that you get when you walk into a room. Want a room with strong, commanding feel? Imitate Ancient Greek. Want a laid back feel? Use inspiration from the 70's. One does not simply choose to use decor or not, because it is always there. Your choice of decor is your own way to influence how others feel when they enter your territory. You get to mandate how others see your home, office, bedroom, desk, anywhere and everywhere.
Decor lets me design my room in a way that I feel comfortable bringing others in; knowing that the connotation they get from my choices accurately represents who I am. I will always be the first to offer my home as a place for a group meeting. Not because I don't want go to other places, but because I have a pride in my decor. It makes me who I am. I reflect what my decor shows, just as much as it reflects me: I cannot study in a mess, and so my room is well kept and organized to make sure that my mind is well kept and organized. If I am preparing for an interview, I will put on my outfit and check it in the mirror of my room. If the outfit fits in with the decor, it will reflect me well in the interview.
The thing I appreciate most about decor is not how I do it, but the experience of discovering how others do it. It gives you the opportunity to really step into their world, their head space, and literally explore it. I would never look down on someone's decor, as it is just simply an extension of who they are, and I want nothing more than to connect with others. If I walk into someone's room and can sympathize with why and how they design it, I know I can truly come to be friends.
So in the end, it is essential to know that decor always matters.
Mixing Traditional and Modern Decor
Decor is A Necessity
The world is constantly changing. People, technology, nature, politics and society are all in a continuous state of transformation, whether we like it or not. I personally feel that being a common man, I have little to no say in how the world works. This makes it vital for me to have a safe place, and that safe place is the artistic embodiment of my house's decor. If I don't like a lamp I can get rid of it and if I don't like how my couch is placed, I can alter the setting. Altering the décor of my house is an important way for me to exercise some of my flamboyant and meticulous behavior. Decorating my house for the holidays is my way of airing my desire to celebrate holidays. Along these lines décor is very important to many people to exhibit their abundance and creativity to guests. While for me personal fulfillment is the main motive for having and updating my décor, there is still an aspect of vanity. It is not uncommon for me to want to impress others by bettering the appearance of my house.
The home is called a sanctuary and there are many reasons for this, a major one being the décor of the home. A person has the privilege to design his home according to his/her comfort level. Wood flooring or ambient lighting may be what makes a person feel truly relaxed. This is why some people can only express themselves fully when at home at their optimum comfort levels. You will only jump on the bed you love and sit on the kitchen counter that you cherish. A home that is a reflection of your personality will allow your inner self to be fully expressed. Maybe bright colors create the right atmosphere for some people. In the same way the amiable color of a rug and the smooth texture of the warps in between a person toes may contribute greatly to the amenity experienced by a person. A perfect example of how décor provides comfort is the sheer number of family pictures hung on the walls of almost every household. The familiarity of the associated faces in the photographs and the familiarity of the décor in a home contribute in a familiar way to making a house a home.
Décor is a fundamental for every household in the world. Along with being necessary the décor of a house can be symbolic of the people living in it.
Home is where the heart is
Home is supposed to be where the heart is but, how much heart do we put into our homes? When we allow someone into a place we have made "home", we are often sharing a bit of ourselves at the same time. The furnishings, color scheme, wall hangings, and extras that fill this space are not simply a reflection of taste or financial standing. We often choose decor with some deliberate intent and may even use it as a means to help bolster an image that we hope to cultivate however, our choice of decor frequently reflects a subconscious state of mind while, at the same time, influencing it.
This reflection may result in a positive or negative feedback loop depending on the status of our projection. Fear or a preference for the "safe" route can lead to dull or washed out colors along with simple lines and patterns used in excess, yet a desire to appear bold or exotic can result in the reverse. When a living space is used as more of a showplace and is not "lived in", it does not feel like a "home" and is clearly a projection of an image one wishes to convey. A home that is "lived in" contains elements that indicate regular use such as points of wear on furniture and books, items absent from their usual placement or left in an open space, and at least some dust or dirt that has accumulated in one or more areas of the residence.
A home that is "lived in" but not fully cared for on the other hand, can become cluttered, filthy, and impassable. A "home" that one feels comfortable in can range from filthy to sterile, sparse to cluttered, dimly lit to exceedingly bright. A healthy balance between all of these aspects can help to promote a positive atmosphere that will not only encourage a sense of well-being and comfort for the residents of a space but, visitors will also be more likely to enjoy time spent there. Cleanliness without sterility, comfortable furnishings without clutter, and a sufficient amount of natural light alongside artificial lighting that has been chosen for color, as much as for efficiency, are often key to a pleasant atmosphere as these elements have been associated with tranquility, balance, warmth and, at times, imagination.


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Aria: Canticle of the Monomyth
|Canticle of the Monomyth
Aria "Roleplaying book"
|Christian Scott Moore, Owen M. Seyler
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Aria: Canticle of the Monomyth was a role-playing game published by Last Unicorn Games in 1994. Unlike many other role-playing games which centered on individual characters in a pre-set game world, Aria was intended to facilitate the creation of gameworlds, complete with cultures, histories, and politics. Players play not a single character, but a series of characters across the history of the game world, in essence playing the role of a given guild, city or culture, and telling a larger, grander story than would be accomplished with individual characters.
The emphasis for character, culture, and world creation is placed on concepts over statistics, and is meant to encourage players and game-masters to create fully fleshed-out, realistic worlds and cultures with feasible histories and politics. Magic is largely left open for the game master (the Mythguide) to decide, in terms of how magic is performed, how one learns it, and what it is capable of within the world. As with most other aspects of Aria there are no set rules on how magic has to work, which races are available, or any other aspects of the culture or world.
Aria is based on the concept of the 'monomyth', the fundamental story that is at the core of most if not all myths, legends and fairy tales. The system is meant to encourage and inspire gamemasters and players to come up with grand tales that not only tell a story but serve a deeper purpose and meaning, in the vein of Joseph Campbell's assertions about myth and the Hero's journey.
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A Desert in a City
Boston Edition
by Matthew Gattozzi
This book is available to buy on Amazon
About the Book
The most common photographs of Boston are of the Commons or the Public Gardens, not alleyways. In this book I have tried to show another facet of Boston's character by bringing the alleyways to light. This book is the study of the desert in the city of Boston. I hope you enjoy!
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- Category Arts & Photography
Standard Landscape, 10×8 in, 25×20 cm
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- Publish Date May 23, 2014
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New virtual food and nutrition information source
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CTA. 1999. New virtual food and nutrition information source. Spore 80. CTA, Wageningen, The Netherlands.
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Food science and human nutrition are the main focus of the new searchable Food and Nutrition Internet Index Website. It also covers food business, legislation, and consumer concerns. To get a list of the most relevant Websites on a required topic, the user can choose from seven general main entries, or further refine the search through subcategories or by using keywords. All Websites have been evaluated by specialist staff. The service is developed by the International Food Information Service (IFIS) at the Institute of Food Research, UK, and the Nutrition Information Centre at the University of Giessen, Germany. The full service costs $100/ h 91, but a sample database can be obtained free of cost. Website: http://www.fnii.ifis.org/
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If your bad breath causes people to avoid you, consider natural ways to combat the problem. Poor dental hygiene, such as not brushing your teeth or infrequent brushing, leads to dental plaque and gum diseases that cause a bacterial buildup and a bad odor in your mouth. Other factors, such as consuming strong flavored foods, poor hydration and a dry mouth condition, can give you bad breath. Preventive measures and lifestyle and dietary changes can improve the condition.
Oral Hygiene
Brush your teeth at least twice each day with a soft-bristled toothbrush, especially after having a meal. Use a tongue scraper or a toothbrush that has a built-in tongue cleaner to get rid of bacteria on your tongue and prevent bad breath. Floss daily to remove food particles and plaque that may be embedded between your teeth. Replace your toothbrush every three or four months to ensure that it works effectively.
Modify Your Diet
Because what you eat will affect how your breath smells, avoid foods that encourage a bad breath, such as onions and garlic. Chew on sprigs of fresh mint and parsley after your meals to get rid of embarrassing mouth odors. Eat a well-balanced diet and include fibrous foods, fruits and vegetables with a high water content -- such as apples, raw carrots and celery -- that will help to expel the food leftovers from your mouth and prevent bad breath.
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Keep your mouth moist by drinking plenty of water to prevent bacteria that cause bad breath. Avoid drinking too much coffee and alcohol, both of which can lead to a dry mouth and give you an unpleasant breath. Drink fruit and herbal teas, instead. Prevent a dry mouth by chewing sugar-free gum to stimulate saliva flow and encourage natural cleansing of your teeth and gums.
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If you are a smoker, use snuff or other tobacco-based products, give up the habit to get rid of the offensive breath odor they cause. If you wear a bridge, braces, dentures or other retainers, clean them thoroughly at least once a day. Maintain a physical log or mental note of the foods you eat. If you believe that certain foods give you a bad breath, stop eating them.
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