Color Test- I got 100%

http://www.humorsphere.com/fun/8787/colortest.swf

Road inside the building -Fukushimaku, Osaka, Japan

12 Vital-Vitamins/ Foods To Boost Your Immune System

Nutrition

Many people are looking for ways to boost their immune system; with the recent outbreak of Swine Flu, there’s been much hysteria. However, health officials and flu experts have agreed that by strengthening the immune system, and practicing the standard preparations for flu season, such as thorough hygiene, and good rest, among other things, decreases the chances of catching this virus, or any other, are less than likely. Always keep your allergies in mind and consult your doctor before you add these foods to your diet.
Lemons

Lemons are easy to add to your diet, and they’re cheap! They offer vitamin C, and equalize the body’s balance of acids and alkali. You can mix lemon juice with tea, or water, make lemon cookies, or simply have hot lemon tea on a rainy day. Or kill three birds with one stone, so to speak, by eating broccoli sprinkled with lemon juice, and seasoned with a little garlic.
Apple Cider Vinegar

Not the first food one thinks when grocery shopping, but apple cider vinegar is very effective. Its primary ingredient is of course apples which contain a host of vitamins including potassium, calcium, phosphorous, sodium, magnesium, chlorine, iron, fluorine and sulphur. While preparing a delicious fish dinner try adding the vinegar to fried or broiled fish, or you can make vinaigrette for salads; raw and leafy vegetables are also boosters of the immune system.
Yogurt/Kefir

Yogurt is renowned as a miracle food. Sometimes it’s paired with Indian and Mediterranean cuisine to take the edge off the eye-watering spices, and kefir is its equally delightful alternative. Both these varieties of yogurt contain highly beneficial bacteria that line the intestines to ward off parasite bacteria, and virus germs. Add a batch of blueberries, or strawberries for a healthy dessert.
Turmeric

When it comes to boosting your immune system, most people don’t think of turmeric; many of us never use it, and generally consider it to be the most useless spice that comes in the spice rack. However, turmeric has a variety of medicinal properties; it can even be used as a topical antiseptic! It also works as an anti-inflammatory when eaten, and is speculated by physicians to have properties that allow it to generate more immune cells.
Garlic

Garlic has always been a miracle food; the ancient Egyptians realized its health benefits, and considered it holy; they valued it so much, they used it for money! While we might not use garlic in quite the same way today, it is still world-renowned for being a very healthy food. Garlic contains sulphuric compounds, such as allicin, which gives garlic its smell, but also its unparalleled protection against illnesses of various types.
Oregano

Oregano not only boosts the immune system, but it’s also a critical ingredient for Italian food lovers! It is high in antioxidants, and saturated with phenolic acids and flavonoids. You can find oregano in almost every spice rack, and when combined with other immune system booster’s garlic, tomatoes, and meat for protein, it makes for the ultimate super dinner.
Red Bell Peppers

A great addition to any sauce is red bell peppers which are a great source of vitamin C and are known as energy boosters. As a matter of fact, many physicians agree that of all the fruits and vegetables that contain vitamin C, red bell peppers are one of the best. Within twenty minutes of consumption they elevate body heat production and oxygen intake.

Green Tea

Green tea is perfect for strengthening the immune system, and fighting bacteria, and viruses. The epigallocatechin gallate or EGCG in green tea prevents a virus from being able to replicate and multiply; recent tests indicate this ingredient may be an anti-cancer agent.

Pumpkin

Pumpkin’s proficiency in beta carotene makes it a prime source of nutritional value. Beta carotene is the main component of vitamin A, which both prevents cancer, and strengthens cellular communication in the immune system. If you can’t manage eating a pumpkin, add pumpkin seeds to your diet as they are a fabulous source of protein and zinc. They are even alleged to lower cholesterol.
Ginger

Ginger is great for cookies, teas, and baking, but it also boosts immune system; using it in the bath while ill increases the production of sweat, which rids the body of germs and toxins. It is widely known for minimizing heartburn, motion sickness, migraines, and preventing colon and ovarian cancers. Instead of drinking coffee in the morning have a cup of green tea served with ginger for a healthy alternative.
Oysters

Oysters are an acquired taste; they’re slippery and gooey, and many people are disgusted by the prospect of eating them. The people who do like them often claim they are a powerful aphrodisiac; however, physicians have found high levels of zinc. The zinc mineral protects the body by increasing the potency of helper T cells, which detect antigens and germs in the body.
Broccoli

Not only does broccoli have extensive vitamins and minerals to keep the body healthy, but it’s also one of the most effective immune system boosters out there. It contains vitamins A, C, E, anti-cancer agents, and potent antioxidant compounds, making it a threat to any nasty germ in the body! Enjoy broccoli raw in your favorite salad, or steamed as a side dish to your entree.

ઘડ્વૈયા મારે NRI નથી થાવું

પશુઓના ડોક્ટર પાસે એક માણસ એક વાર ગયો .
દર્દી : હું એક મહીનાની વેકેશન પર આવ્યો છું અને મારે મારી બરાબર સારવાર કરાવવી છે .
ડોક્ટર: તમારે સામેના ડોક્ટર પાસે જવું જોઇએ . હું તો પશુઓનો ડોક્ટર છું .
દર્દી : ના હું તમારી પાસે આવ્યો છું , તે બરાબર છે .
ડોક્ટર: અરે , ભાઇ તમે તો માણસ જેવા લાગો છો . છતાં કેમ આમ બોલો છો ?
દર્દી : હું કુતરાની જેમ આખી રાત મારા કામના ઢસરડાને યાદ કરીને જાગું છું .
ઘોડાની જેમ સવારે વહેલો ઉઠી જાઉં છું .
હરણની જેમ જોબ પર જવા દોડું છું .
આખો દીવસ ગધેડાની જેમ કામ કરું છું .
વરસના બારે મહીના ઘાંચીના બળદની જેમ ગોળ ગોળ ફર્યા કરું છું .
મારા બોસની આગળ પુંછડી પટપટાવું છું .
મારા બાળકોની સામે વાંદરાની જેમ નાચું છું .
મારી બૈરી આગળ સસલા જેવો નરમ ઘેંશ થઇ જાઉં છું .
ડોક્ટર : અરે ! તમે અમેરીકામાં કામ કરો છો ?
દર્દી: હા જ તો વળી .
ડોક્ટર : આ પહેલેથી કહેવું જોઇએને ? ચાલો કહો , તમારે શી તકલીફ છે ? મારા સીવાય બીજું કોઇ તમારી સારવાર કરી નહીં શકે.

INDIAN MEDIA HEADLINES DATED 1ST JAN 2025

* President Sonia Gandhi and Prime Minister Priyanka Gandhi receive Italian Prime Minister Rahul Gandhi !!
* Dhoom - 17 ready for release . . . !

* I will play next world cup - Sachin Tendulkar

* Salman, Vivek and Abhishek attend Aishwarya's 3rd marriage.

* Mein to ab bhi jawan hoon - Dev Anand's new movie set for release where he plays son of Aamir Khan & Madhuri Dixit.

* After remakes of 45 films of Amitabh, Shahrukh now to play Amitabh's role in remake of "Jhoom Barabar Jhoom".

* Amitabh's new movie with Shahrukh Khan's daughter "Ek aur Nishabdh"

* Petrol Rs 999 / ltr.

* Kyunki saas bhi kabhi bahu thi completed 2, 50,000 episodes & Baa has completed 400 yrs.

* Coach Dravid resigns, as India went out of The World Cup in 1st round after losing to Korea .

* N.Siddhu will launch his own TV channel where he is the Host & the Guest too.

* Riots in the Parliament as the newly elected MPs Mallika Sheravat & Rakhi Sawant enter the assembly.

* Maruti launches its new Hovercraft "SX-25". Honda, Toyota & Tata to follow.

* A cap found in Mithi River - Sources say it belonged to a species called Himesh Reshammiya.
[for fun from my mails]

Magic Gopher- Amazing

http://www.britishcouncil.org/learnenglish-central-games-magic-gopher.htm

Contrary Proverbs

All good things come to those who wait.
BUT
Time and tide wait for no man.

The pen is mightier than the sword.
BUT
Actions speak louder than words.

Wise men think alike.
BUT
Fools seldom differ.

The best things in life are free.
BUT
There's no such thing as a free lunch.

Slow and steady wins the race ..
BUT
Time waits for no man ..

Look before you leap .
BUT
Strike while the iron is hot ..

Do it well, or not at all.
BUT
Half a loaf is better than none.

Birds of a feather flock together.
BUT
Opposites attract.

Don't cross your bridges before you come to them.
BUT
Forewarned is forearmed.

Doubt is the beginning of wisdom.
BUT
Faith will move mountains.

Great starts make great finishes.
BUT
It ain't over 'till it's over.

Practice makes perfect.
BUT
All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.

Silence is golden.
BUT
The squeaky wheel gets the grease.

You're never too old to learn.
BUT
You can't teach an old dog new tricks.

What's good for the goose is good for the gander.
BUT
One man's meat is another man's poison.

Absence makes the heart grow fonder.
BUT
Out of sight, out of mind.

Too many cooks spoil the broth.
BUT
Many hands make light work.

Hold fast to the words of your ancestors.
BUT
Wise men make proverbs and fools repeat them.

Think man Think

When we are born, our mothers get the compliments and the flowers.
When we are married, our brides get the presents and the publicity.
When we die, our widows get the life insurance.
What do women want to be liberated from?

The average man's life consists of :
Twenty years of having his mother ask him where he is going,
Forty years of having his wife ask the same question; and at the end, the mourners wondering too.

A Man was walking down a street when he heard a voice from behind, "If you take one more step, a brick will fall down on your head and kill you." The man stopped and a big brick fell right in front of him. The man was astonished. He went on, and after a while he was going to cross the road. Once again the voice shouted, "Stop! Stand still! If you take one more step a car will run over you, and you will die." The man did as he was instructed, just as a car came careening around the corner,barely missing him. The man asked. "Who are you?" "I am your guardian angel," the voice answered."Oh, yeah?" the man asked "And where the hell were you when I got married?"

Everyone in the wedding ceremony was watching the radiant bride as her father escorted her down the aisle to give away to the groom. They reached the altar and the waiting groom; the bride kissed her father and placed some thing in his hand.
Everyone in the room was wondering what was given to the father by the bride.
The father could feel the suspense in the air and all eyes were on him to divulge the secret and say something. So he announced "Ladies and Gentlemen today is the luckiest day of my life." Then he raised his hands with what his daughter gave him and continued, "My daughter finally, finally returned my credit card to me."
The whole audience including priest started laughing.......... but not the poor groom!

Mobile Emergency

(1) Imagine your mobile battery is very low, you are expecting an important Call and you don't have a charger. Nokia instrument comes with reserve Battery. To activate, key is *3370# your mobile will restart with this Reserve and your instrument will show a 50% increase in battery. This Reserve will get charged when you charge your cell next time.

(2) The Emergency Number worldwide for Mobile is 112 . If you find yourself out of coverage area of your mobile network and there is an emergency, dial 112 and the mobile will search any existing network to establish the emergency number for you.

Interestingly , this number 112 can be dialed even while the keypad is locked. Try it out!

Similarities between Lincoln and Kennedy

Abraham Lincoln was elected to Congress in 1846.
John F. Kennedy was elected to Congress in 1946.

Abraham Lincoln was elected President in 1860.
John F. Kennedy was elected President in 1960.

Both were particularly concerned with civil rights.
Both wives lost their children while living in the White House.

Both Presidents were shot on a Friday.
Both Presidents were shot in the head.

Lincoln 's secretary was named Kennedy.
Kennedy's Secretary was named Lincoln.

Both were assassinated by Southerners.
Both were succeeded by Southerners named Johnson.

Andrew Johnson, who succeeded Lincoln, was born in 1808.
Lyndon Johnson, who succeeded Kennedy, was born in 1908.

John Wilkes Booth, who assassinated Lincoln, was born in 1839.
Lee Harvey Oswald, who assassinated Kennedy, was born in 1939.

Both assassins were known by their three names.
Both names are composed of fifteen letters.

Lincoln was shot at the theater named 'Ford.'
Kennedy was shot in a car called ' Lincoln' made by 'Ford.'

Lincoln was shot in a theater and his assassin ran and hid in a warehouse.
Kennedy was shot from a warehouse and his assassin ran and hid in a theater
Booth and Oswald were assassinated before their trials.

A week before Lincoln was shot, he was in Monroe, Maryland
A week before Kennedy was shot, he was with Marilyn Monroe.