Cost of free

http://lifehacker.com/always-consider-the-time-costs-of-free-items-first-1694633686?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+lifehacker%2Ffull+%28Lifehacker%29

Mp3 quality

$1 Per Song? No Way! 5 Cheaper Alternatives For The iTunes Store

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January 14, 2013

If you care about quality that much – buy the cd and rip it lossless. Given the general lack of price difference, I always go this route, and then convert it to mp3 for portable listening. I’ll be really happy the day amazon or someone starts selling lossless encodings online instead of lossy.

As for MP3 vs AAC – well, that one’s still under much discussion. It does depend dramatically on the settings. But what still amazes me is that Itunes, amazon, etc. are using fixed bit-rate. It’s pretty much the worst of both worlds on the quality/size scale – by going variable you can (generally) get superior quality in a smaller download.

Finally – please can articles like this one stop implying that CDs are analog.

Carbs depression

Discovery Health "Ginger Better than Drugs for Pain?"

Dr. Srivastava also found that ginger was superior to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like Tylenol or Advil because NSAIDs only work on one level: to block the formation of inflammatory compounds. Ginger, on the other hand, blocks the formation of the inflammatory compounds-prostaglandins and leukotrienes-and also has antioxidant effects that break down existing inflammation and acidity in the fluid within the joints.

Surprising Pepsi Taste Test Results: Sugar vs. High Fructose Corn Syrup

Pepsi has been creating soft drinks since 1898, and the formula hasn't changed much since then. But in the 1980s, high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) replaced cane sugar as the soda's sweetener because HFCS was cheaper than cane sugar (the U.S. government had levied tariffs on imported cane sugar and was now subsidizing the production of corn). There was little to no choice for soda manufacturers but to switch to HFCS.

alcohol is a toxin

Why Do I Sweat When I Drink Alcohol? | LIVESTRONG.COM

alcohol is a toxinDrinking is so prevalent that you may forget that alcohol is a toxin -- one that has numerous effects on your physical and mental functioning. Sweating is one of the common repercussions.

Sweating

This accumulation of alcohol contributes to the many effects it has on the body -- including sweating. Alcohol causes blood vessels near the skin to dilate, or enlarge. This dilation also occurs during physical activity and helps instigate the sweating process. This not only leads to perspiration but also explains why you feel hot while drinking; however, this is misleading. This physiological activity allows the body to release heat, thereby actually lowering your body temperature. This is why drinking alcohol is a risk factor for hypothermia.

Alcohol Intolerance

If your sweating is excessive -- even after just drinking a small amount -- you may have alcohol intolerance. Deficiency in the enzyme aldehyde dehydrogenase, necessary for breaking down alcohol, may be the culprit. In addition to sweating, you may experience gastrointestinal distress and skin flushing, or redness. This type of intolerance is more common if you are of Asian ethnicity, according to the University of Notre Dame's Office of Alcohol and Drug Education. Women are also more likely to have fewer enzymes for alcohol metabolism.

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