Smith (2005) defines junk food as food that has less nutritional with artificial additives and flavourings. Junk food use to be the favourite for all of the kids and it is available everywhere nowadays. According to Health Foundation (2005), moat junk food has low nutritional values. Due to this factor, the sale of junk food in school canteen has become a disputable issue in the society. Therefore, I strongly agree that the sale of junk food in school canteen should be banned as junk food contains various types of chemical substances, harms our health and create litter problems in schools.
Firstly, junk is detrimental to our health as well (Smith 2005). High content of fat, oil and sugar can cause obesity especially. According to Australian Nutrition Journal (2004), fat and sugar intake at home among 12-14 year-old Australian children are much higher than recommended. Meanwhile, fresh fruits and vegetables which are strongly recommended are less preferred. This situation is worsened when junk food is sold in school canteen. Children who cannot control end up getting obesity which in turn can cause chronic heart diseases, osteoarthritis and cancers (Weekend News 2005). Besides, Reynolds in Weekend News (2005) also states that junk food increases dental problems among primary-school kids as junk food basically contains excessive sugar. Kamiri, a dietitian from The Food Show (2005) says that school authorities should put students’ health as their priority.
On top of that, junk food contains various types of chemicals substances such as additives, flavourings, colourings and preservatives. These chemicals make junk food tastier and last longer. However, these synthetic chemicals bring negative impacts on children. Children who consume junk food are hyperactive and less concentrate (Smith 2005). This is also further supported by Green in The Food Show (2005) who says that students behave better in class after their school stop selling junk food. Therefore, it is obvious that students’ academic performance will be affected in the long run if junk food were not to be banned.
Another consequence of the sale of junk food in school canteen gives rise to litter problem. Children tend to throw elsewhere once they finish eating their junk food. It severely affects the school reputation with serious litter problem. Moreover, it adds on the cleaning costs in which can be channeled for more productive purposes for students welfare (Smith 2005). Green in The Food Show (2005) also says that the school compounds are cleaner without the sale of junk food. School cleaners can also have sufficient time to carry out other maintenance works which beneficial to everyone.
All in all, I strongly believe that the sale of junk food in school canteen should be banned as it brings more harm than benefits to school children. It contains many synthetic chemicals, affects our health and gives rise to litter problems. In my opinion, the situations can worsens as school children are not mature enough to deter junk food temptation. Majority of them will end up consume too much. Therefore, it should be banned.
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Saturday, April 17, 2010
Baby Zahlee Currie's life saved by a radical blood transfusion
BABY Zahlee Currie's life was saved by a radical blood transfusion before she was even born.
Zahlee was near death after contracting the parvo virus in her mother's womb and doctors say they've never seen a baby so sick and so tiny, survive.
The 21-week-old foetus was given a rare in-utero blood transfusion at the Royal Women's Hospital.
Obstetrician Ricardo Palma-Dias said the virus caused severe anaemia in Zahlee. The virus destroys bone marrow, which produces red blood cells.
Her haemoglobin count was 3.4 when it should have been above 11, Dr Palma-Dias said.
"Had the transfusion been done much later the baby would have died," he said.
The alarm was raised by Warrnambool obstetrician Anthony Woodward after seeing mother Rachael Fellows' 20-week scan.
Dr Woodward noticed the baby's tummy was slightly swollen and ordered tests.
While the virus was common, it only rarely affected a foetus, because most adults were immune to it, having already had it.
The baby's condition rapidly deteriorated and Dr Woodward sent the Portland mother to Melbourne for treatment.
The virus was confirmed after arrival at the Royal Women's Hospital, where she was treated immediately.
"She came in with a baby that was very sick ... swollen, with fluid everywhere," Dr Palma-Dias said.
The 400g foetus had heart failure; fluid around the heart, liver and bowel; in the stomach; and an enlarged liver, he said.
Dr Palma-Dias and his team transfused 25ml of blood via a needle through Ms Fellows' belly into the umbilical cord, which went straight into the baby's bloodstream.
Another 15ml was put into the baby's abdomen, to be slowly released over the following weeks.
The baby's haemoglobin count rose to 12.1, and nine days after the risky procedure there were no signs of problems.
Haematologist Helen Savoia said fewer than one of these procedures were performed for parvo virus at the hospital each year.
Ms Fellows, a mother of three, believed she caught the virus from her six-year-old son.
"It was very scary - from having a routine ultrasound, to then getting put into hospital and having a blood transfusion," she said.
"It was a very stressful and worrying time, we didn't know what to expect."
Zahlee was born two weeks early and is now a healthy seven-week-old baby.
"She's very, very precious ... to go through that and for her to survive and come out normal is very, very lucky.
"She's started smiling and she's got a little bit of personality - she knows what she wants, when she wants it."
My critique
I am stunted by this news. I realised how tough the survival skill of a human even for an unborn foetus. She shows how determined is she to come to this world and experience her life and how advance the medical field is having now. Also, her mother is strong enough to get through all those complicated and risky treatment to save her daughter. It fully shows the motherly love on their children. Thanks to the mum in the whole world!
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Argumentative essay Junk Food draft 1#
Smith (2005) defines junk food as food that has less nutritional with artificial additives and flavourings. Junk food use to be the favourite for all of the kids and it is available everywhere nowadays. The sale of junk food in school canteen has become a disputable issue in the society. According to Health Foundation (2005), moat junk food has low nutritional values. Therefore, I strongly agree that the sale of junk food in school canteen should be banned as junk food contains various types of chemical substances, harms our health and create litter problems in schools.
Firstly, junk food contains various types of chemicals substances such as additives, flavourings, colourings and preservatives. These chemicals make junk food tastier and last longer. However, these synthetic chemicals bring negative impacts on children. Children who consume junk food are hyperactive and less concentrate (Smith 2005). This is also further supported by Green in The Food Show (2005) who says that students behave better in class after their school stop selling junk food. Therefore, it is obvious that students’ academic performance will be affected in the long run.
On top of that, junk is detrimental to our health as well (Smith 2005). High content of fat, oil and sugar can cause obesity especially. According to Australian Nutrition Journal (2004), fat and sugar intake at home among 12-14 year-old Australian children are much higher than recommended. Meanwhile, fresh fruits and vegetables which are strongly recommended are less preferred. This situation is worsened when junk food is sold in school canteen. Children who cannot control end up getting obesity which in turn can cause chronic heart diseases, osteoarthritis and cancers (Weekend News 2005). Besides, Reynolds in Weekend News (2005) also states that junk food increases dental problems among primary-school kids as junk food basically contains excessive sugar. Kamiri, a dietitian from The Food Show (2005) says that school authorities should put students’ health as their priority.
Another consequence of the sale of junk food in school canteen is the litter problem created. Children tend to throw elsewhere once they finish eating their junk food. It severely affects the school reputation with serious litter problem. More over, it adds on the cleaning costs in which can be channeled for more productive purposes for students welfare (Smith 2005). Green in The Food Show (2005) also says that the school compounds are cleaner without the sale of junk food. School cleaners can also have sufficient time to carry out other maintenance works which beneficial to everyone.
All in all, I strongly believe that the sale of junk food in school canteen should be banned as it brings more harm than benefits to school children. It contains many synthetic chemicals, affects our health and gives rise to litter problems. In my opinion, the situations can worsens as school children are not mature enough to deter junk food temptation. Majority of them will end up consume too much. Therefore, it should be banned.
Firstly, junk food contains various types of chemicals substances such as additives, flavourings, colourings and preservatives. These chemicals make junk food tastier and last longer. However, these synthetic chemicals bring negative impacts on children. Children who consume junk food are hyperactive and less concentrate (Smith 2005). This is also further supported by Green in The Food Show (2005) who says that students behave better in class after their school stop selling junk food. Therefore, it is obvious that students’ academic performance will be affected in the long run.
On top of that, junk is detrimental to our health as well (Smith 2005). High content of fat, oil and sugar can cause obesity especially. According to Australian Nutrition Journal (2004), fat and sugar intake at home among 12-14 year-old Australian children are much higher than recommended. Meanwhile, fresh fruits and vegetables which are strongly recommended are less preferred. This situation is worsened when junk food is sold in school canteen. Children who cannot control end up getting obesity which in turn can cause chronic heart diseases, osteoarthritis and cancers (Weekend News 2005). Besides, Reynolds in Weekend News (2005) also states that junk food increases dental problems among primary-school kids as junk food basically contains excessive sugar. Kamiri, a dietitian from The Food Show (2005) says that school authorities should put students’ health as their priority.
Another consequence of the sale of junk food in school canteen is the litter problem created. Children tend to throw elsewhere once they finish eating their junk food. It severely affects the school reputation with serious litter problem. More over, it adds on the cleaning costs in which can be channeled for more productive purposes for students welfare (Smith 2005). Green in The Food Show (2005) also says that the school compounds are cleaner without the sale of junk food. School cleaners can also have sufficient time to carry out other maintenance works which beneficial to everyone.
All in all, I strongly believe that the sale of junk food in school canteen should be banned as it brings more harm than benefits to school children. It contains many synthetic chemicals, affects our health and gives rise to litter problems. In my opinion, the situations can worsens as school children are not mature enough to deter junk food temptation. Majority of them will end up consume too much. Therefore, it should be banned.
Microsoft unveils 'social' phones for youth market
Microsoft has unveiled two mobile phones that are meant for social networking-savvy teens and those in their 20s to revitalise its mobile business and regain ground on iPhones and BlackBerrys.
The Kin One and Kin Two phones, which both feature touchscreens and slideout keyboards, are being made by Japan's Sharp and will be available in the US through carrier Verizon Wireless next month.
The Kin phones will be sold in Britain, Germany, Italy and Spain in the northern autumn in partnership with Vodafone.Microsoft did not announce prices for the phones, which are aimed at countering devices from rivals such as Apple, Motorola, BlackBerry-maker Research in Motion, Samsung and others.
The US software giant has previously focused on providing Windows operating systems for mobile phones but it was closely involved with Sharp in developing the hardware for the Kin series aimed at the youth market.
"Social networks are the cornerstone of this experience," Derek Snyder, a product manager at Windows Mobile, said at an unveiling event for the new phones in San Francisco.
"We saw an opportunity to design a mobile experience just for this social generation - a phone that makes it easy to share your life moment to moment," said Robbie Bach, president of Microsoft's Entertainment and Devices Division.
The home screen of the Kin phones always remains on as the device brings together feeds from social networks such as Facebook, MySpace and Twitter.
Videos, photos, text messages, web pages and location and status updates can be shared by dragging them to a place on the phone called the Spot.
The Kin One features a five-megapixel camera, which shoots standard definition video and is smaller and more compact than the Kin Two.
The Kin Two has a larger screen and larger keyboard, more memory and an eight-megapixel higher resolution camera, which can record high-definition video.
The Kin offers online storage of photos and video through a feature called Kin Studio, which also backs up text messages, call history and contacts.
The Kin also allows users to listen to music or watch video from the Zune Marketplace, the online store for Microsoft's Zune MP3 player.
The Kin One has four gigabytes of memory, or room for about 1000 songs, while the Kin Two has eight gigabytes of memory or 2000 songs.
The phones are black and the touchscreen gestures are similar to those used to operate Apple's iPhone.
Microsoft's software has been losing share to Apple and Google, which makes the Android operating software.
Microsoft software ran on 13.1 per cent of smartphones sold in the US last year, according to research firm In-Stat. That put Microsoft in third place after Research In Motion and Apple.
Roz Ho, leader of the Microsoft team behind the Kin, said the company had been working on the Kin devices for several years, trying to create a handset for people who especially want to connect with others over social websites.
The phones are also meant for people who want a handset that works simply, without forcing them to hunt through menus and icons, she said.
That set-up could also present a risk. Unlike most popular smart phones, the Kins won't have access to application stores that let customers download add-on software programs.
Ho said her team studied consumer habits and then built the activities they used most often into the phones.
My critique~
It seems to be more and more competitive for the mobile phone market....Now microsoft has their own mobile phones products which are kin one and kin two to cater the need of the young. there is a trend to combine handphone with computer. we can text sms, call and share our thoughts via our mobile phones now. The mobile phone manufacturers have to be more creative and up to date so that they can continue to stay in the market or hire more productive professionals to invest in R&D...xD
The Kin One and Kin Two phones, which both feature touchscreens and slideout keyboards, are being made by Japan's Sharp and will be available in the US through carrier Verizon Wireless next month.
The Kin phones will be sold in Britain, Germany, Italy and Spain in the northern autumn in partnership with Vodafone.Microsoft did not announce prices for the phones, which are aimed at countering devices from rivals such as Apple, Motorola, BlackBerry-maker Research in Motion, Samsung and others.
The US software giant has previously focused on providing Windows operating systems for mobile phones but it was closely involved with Sharp in developing the hardware for the Kin series aimed at the youth market.
"Social networks are the cornerstone of this experience," Derek Snyder, a product manager at Windows Mobile, said at an unveiling event for the new phones in San Francisco.
"We saw an opportunity to design a mobile experience just for this social generation - a phone that makes it easy to share your life moment to moment," said Robbie Bach, president of Microsoft's Entertainment and Devices Division.
The home screen of the Kin phones always remains on as the device brings together feeds from social networks such as Facebook, MySpace and Twitter.
Videos, photos, text messages, web pages and location and status updates can be shared by dragging them to a place on the phone called the Spot.
The Kin One features a five-megapixel camera, which shoots standard definition video and is smaller and more compact than the Kin Two.
The Kin Two has a larger screen and larger keyboard, more memory and an eight-megapixel higher resolution camera, which can record high-definition video.
The Kin offers online storage of photos and video through a feature called Kin Studio, which also backs up text messages, call history and contacts.
The Kin also allows users to listen to music or watch video from the Zune Marketplace, the online store for Microsoft's Zune MP3 player.
The Kin One has four gigabytes of memory, or room for about 1000 songs, while the Kin Two has eight gigabytes of memory or 2000 songs.
The phones are black and the touchscreen gestures are similar to those used to operate Apple's iPhone.
Microsoft's software has been losing share to Apple and Google, which makes the Android operating software.
Microsoft software ran on 13.1 per cent of smartphones sold in the US last year, according to research firm In-Stat. That put Microsoft in third place after Research In Motion and Apple.
Roz Ho, leader of the Microsoft team behind the Kin, said the company had been working on the Kin devices for several years, trying to create a handset for people who especially want to connect with others over social websites.
The phones are also meant for people who want a handset that works simply, without forcing them to hunt through menus and icons, she said.
That set-up could also present a risk. Unlike most popular smart phones, the Kins won't have access to application stores that let customers download add-on software programs.
Ho said her team studied consumer habits and then built the activities they used most often into the phones.
My critique~
It seems to be more and more competitive for the mobile phone market....Now microsoft has their own mobile phones products which are kin one and kin two to cater the need of the young. there is a trend to combine handphone with computer. we can text sms, call and share our thoughts via our mobile phones now. The mobile phone manufacturers have to be more creative and up to date so that they can continue to stay in the market or hire more productive professionals to invest in R&D...xD
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Top 10 iPad disappointments and magic moments
THE iPad may be one of the most highly-anticipated pieces of technology released this year, but the new tablet device isn't without it's faults, writes Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson.
TOP 10 IPAD DISAPPOINTMENTS:
The keyboard
The iPad’s lack of a tactile keyboard was always going to be an issue, but typing on the iPad is not as easy as you might hope. To be used for email and short messages only.
No camera
An odd oversight, this is one that has many fans stumped. The iPad could have been great for video calling.
No Flash support
So many good websites use Adobe Flash that Apple’s ongoing stoush with the technology is becoming a big issue. This gadget screens websites in full size, but some still won’t show due to this omission.
Weighty
Heavier than the biggest Kindle, the iPad could be hard to hold with one hand for an extended period.
No memory card slot
The iPad is so good with photos, but they must be side-loaded from a computer as this tablet computer has no space for memory cards adding an adapter.
No GPS chip in Wi-Fi model
It can still guess your location from your WiFi connection, but the lack of a GPS chip is disappointing.
No HD video output
You can connect the iPad to a television but videos won’t play in high-definition. The best it can muster is a resolution of 576p.
No multi-tasking
You can only do one thing at a time on the iPad, just as with the iPhone. Sadly, this is one thing that netbooks have over the device.
No iBooks in Australia
They’re coming, according to a job ad, but the iPad won’t live up until its full potential until they arrive.
Delayed accessories
The keyboard and memory card adapter will make up for some important omissions, but are not yet available.
TOP 10 IPAD MAGIC MOMENTS:
Great screen
It’s large, it’s bright and it’s colourful. There’s lots to like about the iPad’s screen that has LED-backlighting for brightness, and IPS (in-plane switching) for good viewing on an angle. It’s not E Ink, like the Kindle, but it looks flashy.
Speedy
Apple’s 1GHz processor keeps the iPad screening at a great pace. Though this processor is slower than those in most netbooks, it’s clearly competent.
iPad apps
Plenty of developers joined the “second gold rush” by creating iPad apps, and users should be grateful. Games, in particular, benefit a lot from the bigger screen.
Photo shows
The iPad does look like a digital photo frame but, arguably, it does a better job with slideshows. The iPhoto-like app included on the iPad lets you group photos and makes them easy to show off.
iWork
Apple’s document, spreadsheet and presentation apps have been reworked for the iPad launch and they’re available as $US10 downloads. Not bad.
Long battery life
Admittedly, the Amazon Kindle’s battery lasts longer, but how many portable DVD players offer 10 hours of video playback? The iPad has real staying power.
Screen lock
Ever tried to use an app while laying down? Automatic screen orientation can be a real pain. To address this, Apple has replaced the mute switch with a screen lock switch.
Accessories
The iPad has even more accessories than the iPod, it seems. You will be able to add a physical keyboard, USB or memory card port, or a case that acts as a stand… just as soon as they’re available.
Rugged body
The iPad is sturdy and was designed to withstand everyday knocks. That’s not to say you should drop it or use it as a coaster, but it shouldn’t fall apart by itself.
The price
While the Aussie price is still unknown, $US499 is a great ballpark for such an entertaining gadget.
My critique --
This report shows that everything must has their pros and cons...I personally think that ipad is a beneficial tool, I personally think that it should be lighter so that we really can bring it elsewhere without feeling it as a burden. It is also a problem that some countries do not offer ibook. It should be provided for convenience and encourage reading.
TOP 10 IPAD DISAPPOINTMENTS:
The keyboard
The iPad’s lack of a tactile keyboard was always going to be an issue, but typing on the iPad is not as easy as you might hope. To be used for email and short messages only.
No camera
An odd oversight, this is one that has many fans stumped. The iPad could have been great for video calling.
No Flash support
So many good websites use Adobe Flash that Apple’s ongoing stoush with the technology is becoming a big issue. This gadget screens websites in full size, but some still won’t show due to this omission.
Weighty
Heavier than the biggest Kindle, the iPad could be hard to hold with one hand for an extended period.
No memory card slot
The iPad is so good with photos, but they must be side-loaded from a computer as this tablet computer has no space for memory cards adding an adapter.
No GPS chip in Wi-Fi model
It can still guess your location from your WiFi connection, but the lack of a GPS chip is disappointing.
No HD video output
You can connect the iPad to a television but videos won’t play in high-definition. The best it can muster is a resolution of 576p.
No multi-tasking
You can only do one thing at a time on the iPad, just as with the iPhone. Sadly, this is one thing that netbooks have over the device.
No iBooks in Australia
They’re coming, according to a job ad, but the iPad won’t live up until its full potential until they arrive.
Delayed accessories
The keyboard and memory card adapter will make up for some important omissions, but are not yet available.
TOP 10 IPAD MAGIC MOMENTS:
Great screen
It’s large, it’s bright and it’s colourful. There’s lots to like about the iPad’s screen that has LED-backlighting for brightness, and IPS (in-plane switching) for good viewing on an angle. It’s not E Ink, like the Kindle, but it looks flashy.
Speedy
Apple’s 1GHz processor keeps the iPad screening at a great pace. Though this processor is slower than those in most netbooks, it’s clearly competent.
iPad apps
Plenty of developers joined the “second gold rush” by creating iPad apps, and users should be grateful. Games, in particular, benefit a lot from the bigger screen.
Photo shows
The iPad does look like a digital photo frame but, arguably, it does a better job with slideshows. The iPhoto-like app included on the iPad lets you group photos and makes them easy to show off.
iWork
Apple’s document, spreadsheet and presentation apps have been reworked for the iPad launch and they’re available as $US10 downloads. Not bad.
Long battery life
Admittedly, the Amazon Kindle’s battery lasts longer, but how many portable DVD players offer 10 hours of video playback? The iPad has real staying power.
Screen lock
Ever tried to use an app while laying down? Automatic screen orientation can be a real pain. To address this, Apple has replaced the mute switch with a screen lock switch.
Accessories
The iPad has even more accessories than the iPod, it seems. You will be able to add a physical keyboard, USB or memory card port, or a case that acts as a stand… just as soon as they’re available.
Rugged body
The iPad is sturdy and was designed to withstand everyday knocks. That’s not to say you should drop it or use it as a coaster, but it shouldn’t fall apart by itself.
The price
While the Aussie price is still unknown, $US499 is a great ballpark for such an entertaining gadget.
My critique --
This report shows that everything must has their pros and cons...I personally think that ipad is a beneficial tool, I personally think that it should be lighter so that we really can bring it elsewhere without feeling it as a burden. It is also a problem that some countries do not offer ibook. It should be provided for convenience and encourage reading.
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