Hawk T100 – A Sports Watch Made to Last

June 6, 2013

Hawk T100Nite International is a privately owned British company  that designs, manufactures and retails its own brand of sports watches. Nite has developed into one of the world’s most respected and trusted online watch brands with a well earned reputation for superb products, excellent customer service and a firm commitment to long term customer care.

Hawk T100 from Nite International is a superlight, tough enough for anything, sports watch. Weighting only 64 grams, Hawk T100 is comfortable to wear, the silicon strap providing extra comfort and support on the wrist. Hawk T100 comes with sturdy K1 mineral glass with a triple layer of anti-reflective coating in the inner surface, to ensure superb visibility in all conditions.

All Nite watches are equipped with self powered illumination system known as GTLS.Nite GTLS GTLS enables you to clearly see the time on your watch at any time of the day or night, in any condition, without the use of battery power or charging by sunlight. GTLS in Nite watches are Swiss made and with a life span of up to 25 years they are the most reliable form of illumination available in watch making today. Hawk T100 has 16 illumination points that provide brightness and reliability beyond any other watch on the market.
All Nite watches are have Swiss Ronda movements to guarantee the reliability, durability and accuracy. Ronda movements are fitted with Silver Oxide batteries, prividing nearly 4 years of service.

Specifications of Hawk T100

  • Case – Black Polycarbonate
  • Strap – Silicon rubber
  • Crystal – K1 Mineral
  • GTLS – Hands, Dial and Bezel
  • MBS – No
  • Movement – Swiss Ronda 515
  • Crown Type – Push In
  • Dial Diameter – 33 mm
  • Case Diameter – 51mm
  • Weight – 64grams/2.6 oz
  • Water resistance – 660 ft
  • Battery life – 45 months
  • Price – approx $395

You can buy your Hawk T100 directly from http://www.nitewatches.com

 

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Tulsi – Amazing Stress Reliever

May 7, 2013

TulsiTulsi (Ocimum sanctum) – “The Queen of Herbs” is the most sacred herb in India. Also known as Holy Basil or Tulasi, this miraculous plant has been known and worshipped for more than 5000 years for its incredible healing properties for body, mind and spirit. Even today it is grown and worshipped in many family or home gardens in India.

Shortly said, Tulsi is a potent antioxidant, immune-modulator and a powerful adaptogen. The chemistry of Tulsi is highly complex and unique containing hundreds of beneficial compounds known as phyto-chemicals. These compounds work together and possess strong antioxidant antibacterial, antiviral, adaptogenic and immune boosting properties. These properties support and promote general health and enhance body’s natural defense mechanism against stress and diseases.

The leaves of Tulsi are exceptionally rich source of phyto-chemicals because of the essential oils in them. In Ayurveda, India’s ancient holistic health system teas made out of Tulsi leaves and tulsi extracts are used as medicine for colds, headaches, inflammation, heart disease and malaria. Scientific studies made on Tulsi indicate that Tulsi has several benefits:

  • stress relief
  • adaptogen
  • boosts immunity
  • enhances stamina
  • supports during cold season
  • promotes healthy metabolism
  • immuno-modulator


Tulsi is generally considered to be safe for most people even in a long term daily use. However one must remember that not every herb is right for every body. Therefore it is wise to listen to your body when you start using Tulsi and see if Tulsi is the right herb for you. If you have any concerns, you should consult your primary health care provider.

Tulsi is commercially available at least as dried leaves, powders, capsules, extracts and as delicious Tulsi teas. Naturally you can also grow your own plant by buying seeds or seedlings. Tulsi tea is one of the most convenient ways to use Tulsi. It can be enjoyed as simple herb tea or combined with other herbs and spices to get endless variety of different flavors.

 

Ambit2 S and Ambit2 – new generation GPS watches by Suunto

April 30, 2013

Suunto Ambit GPS WatchesSuunto has released two new second generation Ambit outdoor GPS watches,  Ambit2 S and the Ambit2. These new models were created especially to meet the needs of perfomance sports oriented users. The new Ambit models are lighter and slimmer than Suunto’s previous GPS watch models with more sport specific features and less focus on outdoor functionality.”

Ambit2 S – The Choice of  The Athletes

The new Ambit2 S GPS watch is made for multisport athletes and it includes all the features needed for cycling, running, swimming and multisport training. Ambit2 S has a light and sleek design and it provides accurate pace, route navigation and tracking, not to forget heart rate monitor that alows you train within your ideal zone.

For cyclists. Suunto Ambit2 S supports power meters and offers multiple power measurement values as well as options for in-depth analysis.

For swimmers. Ambit2 S includes swimming pace and distance measuring, pool length related swimming time, automatic intervals and stroke rate. Ambit2 S also recognizes your swimming style, making performance analysis easier.

For runners. Accurate pace and distance thanks to FusedSpeed™, the Ambit’s accelerometer integrated GPS, and interval timer together with autolaps for training give benefit for all runners out there.

For multisport trainers. Users can easily switch between sports, making the Suunto Ambit2 S ideal for recording your multisport training or race.

 

Ambit2 – For Explorers and Athletes

Ambit2 is the successor of the award-winning Suunto Ambit. It includes all the important outdoor functions like route navigation, barometric information, altimeter with FusedAltiTM, 3D compass and other outdoor specific features. Ambit2 also includes all the training features of the Ambit2 S.

Ambit2 is packed in a glass fiber reinforced casing and has a battery life of up to 50 hours in GPS mode. Ambit2 is the ultimate watch choice for serious adventurers, explorers and multisport athletes. Ambit2 is also available as the Sapphire edition featuring a brushed steel bezel and sapphire crystal glass.

 

Both Ambit2 S and Ambit2 will be globally available from May 2013.

 

Image credit: Suunto.

L-Tyrosine for Anxiety

April 30, 2013

L-tyrosine is a main component for building dopamine, the pleasure hormone of the brain. It eases anxiety by lowering the sensitivity to glutamate, which causes the brain to be overstimulated, overwhelmed and over excited. Once levels of glutamate are reduced, anxiety lessens.

As an antecedent to epinephrine and norepinephrine, two neurotransmitters that are released to help the body deal with stress, the increased levels may help to cope with anxiety triggering situations. It may also suppress or lower the fight-or-flight response giving more time to focus on employing relaxation methods as opposed to immediate reaction to stressful circumstances.

By playing a key role in the development of neurotransmitters and hormones that keep the mind focused and help with mood, the benefits for anxiety are increased. A better mood is associated with a lowered state of anxiety. This is especially true in women due to hormone fluctuations that raise anxiety levels. Supplementing can raise the function of adrenal, thyroid and pituitary glands and help balance hormones, which in turn helps to relieve hormone related anxiety.

It has been proven that when taken with other supplements, this treatment is more effective. For example, 5-HTP works in a similar way, but triggers the production of serotonin. This chemical is responsible for feelings of general happiness and well-being. It also helps regulate mood, and sleep patterns. Together with L-Tyrosine, the chances of treating anxiety are increased.

Other supplements that may help when taken during treatment are Vitamins B6, B12 and folic acid. B6 helps the body produce essential neurotransmitters like Serotonin and therefore, helps to elevate mood and lower stress hormones that cause anxiety or fight-or-flight responses. B12 is known to boost other B vitamins effects and supports the body’s nervous system. This makes it a good choice for including in the treatment plan. Folic acid is another B vitamin that is essential for reducing anxiety and depression and is an excellent choice to work in conjunction with B6 and B12.

Some of the possible side effects are:
- Increased blood pressure in those taking MAOIs
- Joint Pain
- Nausea
- Heartburn
- Headache
- Fatigue

L-Tyrosine should not be taken by those who are on thyroid medications, women who are pregnant or breast-feeding. Those taking levodopa should not use this anxiety treatment due to the decreased absorption of the drug. People who are prone to migraines should not use this treatment. Children are more sensitive to supplements and there is no information that states whether or not it is safe for minors. Speak to your doctor before using this treatment for a child.

The typical dosage is 100mg to 500mg. It is recommended that treatment is started at the lowest dosage and slowly increased until the right dosage is found. Too high a dose can cause increased anxiety, rapid heartbeat and feelings of restlessness. For this reason, starting small and increasing slowly is the best idea.

 

For more information how to cure mood disorders with amino acid supplements, check out The Mood Cure by Julia Ross.