How to solve a problem like Myopia?

Despite being the loud and confident person in front of people, acting on videos, hosting events and even singing KTV in front of the crowd (Or maybe I was just drunk that night), there is something that really make me feel small, weak and helpless very often and that is my eyes.

Me hosting an event at Singapore Turf Club

NO. Not because they are small but simply because I’ve very bad myopia as well as astigmatism. Even when I was in army, all it takes to “strike” me down was by simply removing my glasses and I will probably see nothing but some splashes of colours and that is why I always sleep with my glasses beside my pillow. Can’t leave it to chance that other naughty boys will play a prank on me by hiding that. SEE! Vulnerability and that is totally not my style.

I always believe in being the strong and offensive one. Having a weakness is not my thing.

Our eyes are our window to the world so, just as we don’t want any smudges on our windows, we also don’t want anything that impairs our vision. There are a variety of conditions that try to block our view, and Myopia, is one of the most common eye problems in the world. Most of us know someone who suffers from it, even if the name does not immediately ring a bell. In sports, the referee is often accused of having it after having made a particularly poor decision. So what is Myopia? It is a condition where objects near to the eye are seen very clearly, but objects in the distance appear blurry. It is commonly referred to in its other guises, short, or near-sightedness.

Near-sightedness should be discovered in early life and can easily be diagnosed by going through the exercises in an eye test. It is possible to suspect Myopia before seeing an eye care expert, if you see a child squinting to see an object in the distance or notice that they sit themselves down right in front of the television when they are watching their favourite programmes. It is also important to give a child a thorough eye test early in life if one or both of their parents suffer from short sightedness, as it is often hereditary.

Is there a Myopia Treatment?

It is important to know how to prevent Myopia and to do this we need an understanding of what exactly it is we are treating. Thankfully, due to being such a widespread issue, which affects 70 million people in the USA alone, there has been plenty of study on Myopia treatment and how to correct it. The condition is a result of a longer than usual eyeball which focuses light in front of the retina, not allowing the full picture and causing objects in the distance to be blurred. Good spherically shaped contact lenses can correct the focal point, changing it to be on the retina and allowing the wearer to see as if they don’t have Myopia. 

See! Now we  I can look at girls clearly and make sure I don’t hit on the wrong “splash of colours”. LOL.

The best for the best! 

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[Guest Post] SOYATO: A healthier choice for ice cream lover!

So months ago I was looking for a new minion aka The intern and I was lucky enough to find one who is very hardworking and eager to learn. I believe that as much I am lucky to have her, she is very lucky to have me cause working with me is more than educational and fun. It's simply awesomeness at it's best - #TrueStory. 

So the Emily is very helpful and she also get to benefit the once in awhile surprise packages that comes through the door for Smithankyou.com. So you know the say "there is no free ice-cream in this world" so Emily had to do this post for me after eating my ice-creams. (and also because I hate writing about food. All i care is eating them. It gets too boring and I have this code of writing only interesting things.) LOL.

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Hello! Before I start writing the “task” that Smith gave me, let me introduce myself! I’m Emily, which some of you might have seen Smith tweet, yes, I’m the #TheIntern. I do blog too! You can check out my blog at http://emilyohlm.blogspot.com and I tweet at @emilyolm. J

Alright, so in one fine afternoon, SOYATO ice cream is delivered to our office for Smith!

So what’s the difference between SOYATO and other ice cream in the market?

So we get to try two flavor! The Wickedly Chocolate and Mint Chip!

Smith Note: This is THE Intern.

Emily: “I love the Wickedly Chocolate best ‘cause I am Chocolate person. Hehehe. The ice cream doesn’t have taste of Soya though! “

Smith note: Here, eye candy for you all.

Xinyi: “When can we get the next delivery?”

Smith Note: This is the French man and he is doing his part for Movember.

Charles: “Frankly, I wouldn't have picked it up from the store cause it's Soy but it's really good!”

Smith Note: My favourite Minah in da house. @Waddafad

Fadilah: “Love the mint!”

Here’s more benefit of having SOYATO!

Good news for those who are vegans, vegetarian and lactose intolerant! SOYATO uses Soy milk as base and it does not contain any dairy products!

For now as opening special, SOYATO are selling at $9.95 per pint at various NTUC Supermarket. So what are you waiting for?

SOYATO’s Facebook: : https://www.facebook.com/soyato

Signing off,

#TheIntern.

http://emilyohlm.blogspot.com

@emilyolm

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Did Daphne Maia Starve Herself to Lose Weight?

I hope this clear your doubt and of course shut some people's mouth.

Before I go on,  for the benefit of those who has no clue what I am talking about, I am talking about THE @Daphnemaia. Just in case you are still very lost.  This is who I am talking about.

None other than the GLOW IGNITE "Model" Daphne.  We have been friends for awhile and I've seen her in her "before" shape as well as who she is today. I can't say if the pills work or not but I must say she is one discipline woman. Not only did she eat healthy, workout but basically her lifestyle is totally changed. This is a #Truestory when I see her slim down slowly and steadily. It's not like one of those endorsement where you pick an already hot girl to say that, use this and become hot. 

huh? Me?

I was very lucky to be invited over to her place which is a stone throw away to check out what she eats for her dinner as well as breakfast. It all started with me commenting on one of the many pictures that she posted on her instagram. It's always look so healthy that I makes my hair stand.

Daphne's breakfast. Looks good no?

So is it nice? NO! At least not to me. I really dislike the whole oat taste. I dislike oat meal, or anything oat unless it is the fried oat meal prawn, sotong or chicken which is totally not the same thing. I had to eat every scoop with fruits and that is what the fruits are for anyway. It makes the oat a little bit more bearable. Frankly, I will never eat such thing for a few reasons. Fruits turns bad too easily especially when there is only 2 person eating at home. And 2, it's really not my thing.

The reason why I wanted to try was that I've been trying to workout and lose some weight as well. It all started a few months ago when I did a reality check and realized that my weight is really going way way way off the scale. So I started running and doing some weights. I just thought maybe I will like this healthy food and good for it as well.

My little progress after 3 months of inconsistant home workout. Only equipment I use is my 10kg x 2 dumbbells.

I used to be able to run like 21km and do 8 pull ups during army days but that was all history. 6 months ago I could hardly complete my 4km run alive. I was also invited by Daphne and Ju Ann(or rather challenged) to join them for a Zumba class some months back which I thought why not since I think it can add up to my weight lost program.

Picture taken from Glow FB Page.

Bitch please, I'm fabulous. 

I was talking to Daphne about eating habits and eating clean is really not my thing and not my kinda lifestyle. I have to keep reminding myself what to eat and what not to and every now and than I will give myself some excuses to have cheat meal where else for Daphne, she just no longer has any desire for junk food. At ALL.

On top of eating healthy food, she will also prepare normal food in a healthy way where there is no oil, no this no that and brown rice. Her mother-in-law calls it the "rabbit food" which I was actually very ok with it. This is way better than eating oat. Oat felt a little like cardboard soak in water actually. HAHAHA.

Ignore that brown bowl of pork. That is the "normal" food which was prepared in case I can't take all healthy. LOL.

It was a nice homely session where we shared views about working out and of course blogging gossips. I'm very impress by how Daphne has changed her lifestyle for this. I am sure her flexible working hours help but it's not an excuse for us for those who have to work full office hours as well. I am sure we spend time surfing net or 2 hours in the cinema and one can actually achieve a lot with 2 hours in the gym. #TrueStory.

Once again I am very happy that I get to try the food at Daphne's place. Not only is it healthy and free, her place is so near that I walked home after that. No transport cost at all!!

I feel like slapping my face.

*Smithankyou and this blogpost is not in anyway affiliated to GLOW Ignite. Daphne Maia did not pay Smithankyou to blog about this although she did feed him some dinner and soaked cardboard Oat breakfast as dessert. This is not an advertorial and neither is it a sponsored post.

Mr.Smith, I LIKE TO MOVE IT MOVE IT~

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General Motors: Weight Loss Diet Program

So I heard about this GM Diet thru the wife and she was saying that her friend lost around 3-4KG within the first week and I did a little google and here it is:


The following diet and health program was developed for employees and dependents of General Motors, Inc. and is intended for their exclusive use. This program was developed in conjunction with a grant from U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Food and Drug Administration. It was field tested at the Johns Hopkins Research Centre and was approved for distribution by the Board of Directors, General Motors Corp. at a general meeting on August 15, 1985. General Motors Corp. wholly endorses this program and is making it available to all employees and families. This program will be available at all General Motors Food Service Facilities. It is management's intention to facilitate a wellness and fitness program for everyone.
This program is designed for a target weight loss of 10-17 lbs per week. It will also improve your attitudes and emotions because of its cleansing systematic effects.
The effectiveness of this seven day plan is that the food eaten burn more calories than they give to the body in caloric value.
This plan can be used as often as you like without any fear of complications. It is designed to flush your system of impurities and give you a feeling of well being. After seven days you will begin to feel lighter because you will be lighter by at least 10 lbs. You will have an abundance of energy and an improved disposition.

During the first seven days you must abstain from all alcohol
You must drink 10 glasses of water each day

Day One All fruits except bananas. Your first day will consist of all the fruits you want. It is strongly suggested that you consume lots of melons the first day. Especially watermelon and a loupe. If you limit your fruit consumption to melons, your chances of losing three lbs. on first day are very good.
Day Two All vegetables. You are encouraged to eat until you are stuffed with all the raw or cooked vegetables of your choice. There is no limit on the amount or type. For your complex carbohydrate, you will start day two with a large baked potato for breakfast. You may top the potato with one pat of butter.
Day Three A mixture of fruits and vegetables of your choice. Any amount, any quantity. No bananas yet. No potatoes today.
Day Four Bananas and milk. Today you will eat as many as eight bananas and drink three glasses of milk. This will be combined with the special soup which may be eaten in limited quantities.
Day Five Today is feast day. You will eat beef and tomatoes. Eat two 10 oz. portions of lean beef. Hamburger is OK. Combine this with six whole tomatoes. On day five you must increase your water intake by one quart. This is to cleanse your system of the uric acid you will be producing.
Day Six Beef and vegetables. Today you may eat an unlimited amount of beef and vegetables. Eat to your hearts content.
Day Seven Today your food intake will consist of brown rice, fruit juices and all the vegetables you care to consume.

Tomorrow morning you will be 10-17 lbs. lighter than one week ago. If you desire further weight loss, repeat the program again. You may repeat this program as often as you like, however, it is suggested that you are allowed two glasses of white wine in addition to the instructions on the program. You may substitute champagne for white wine. Under no circumstances are you to drink any other alcoholic beverages with the exception of beer which is allowed. Any liquor (bourbon,vodka, rum) is forbidden. Cream drinks are especially forbidden. You may have an occasional cordial such as creme de menthe or schnapps, but you must always limit yourself to two drinks. If you wine, drink only wine that day. If you have beer, drink only beer that day, etc. Alcohol adds empty calories to your diet. However, after the first week it will help your digestion and settle your stomach.

G.M.'S Wonder Soup

The following soup is intended as a supplement to your diet. It can be eaten any time of the day in virtually unlimited quantities. You are encouraged to consume large quantities of this soup.
28 oz, Water, 6 Large Onions, 2 Green Peppers, Whole Tomatoes (fresh or canned), 1 Head Cabbage, 1 Bunch Celery, 4 Envelopes Lipton Onion Soup Mix, Herbs and Flavouring as desired.

Additional Comments

Vegetables as may be taken in the form of a salad if desired. No dressing except malt, white or wine vinegar, squeezed lemon, garlic, herbs. No more than one tea spoon of oil.
 You have been given a recipe for the WONDER SOUP which can be eaten in unlimited quantities. This soup is a supplement while you are on the program and it should be a pleasure to eat. Not everyone likes cabbage, green peppers, calory etc. This recipe is not inflexible. You may substitute vegetables according to your taste. You may add any vegetables you like: asparagus, peas, corn, turnips, green beans, cauliflower, etc. Try to stay away from beans (lima, pinto, kidney, etc.), however, because they tend to be high in calories even though they are very good for you.
Beverages you may consume while on the program :

1. Water (flavoured with lemon/lime if desired).
2. Club Soda is OK.
3. Black Coffee. No cream or cream substitute. No sugar or sweetness.
4. Black Tea = Herb or Leaf.
5. Absolutely nothing else except the fruit juices which are part of day seven. No fruit juices before day seven.

How and Why It Works

Day One you are preparing your system for the upcoming programme. Your only source of nutrition is fresh or canned fruits. Fruits are nature's perfect food. They provide everything you could possibly want to sustain life except total balance and variety.
Day Two starts with a fix of complex carbo-hydrates coupled with an oil dose. This is taken in the morning for energy and balance. The rest of day two consists of vegetables which are virtually calorie free and provide essential nutrients and fibre.
Day Three eliminates the potato because you get your carbohydrates from the fruits. You system is now prepared to start burning excess pounds. You will still have cravings which should start to diminish by day four.
Day Four, bananas, milk and soup sound the strangest and least desirable. You're in for a surprise. You probably will not eat all the bananas allowed. But they are there for the potassium you have lost and the sodium you may have missed the past three days. You will notice a definite loss of desire for sweets. You will be surprised how easy this day will go.
Day Five, Beef and tomatoes. The beef is for iron and proteins, the tomatoes are for digestion and fibre. Lots and lots of water purifies your system. You should notice colourless urine today. Your allowance calls for the equivalent of five "quarter ponders". Do not feel you have to eat all this beef. You must eat the six tomatoes.
Day Six is similar to day five, Iron and proteins from beef, Vitamins and fibre from vegetables. By now your system is in a total weight loss inclination. There should be a noticeable difference in the way you look today, compared to day one.
Day Seven finished off the program like a good cigar used to finish off Victorian meals, except much healthier. You have your system under control and it should thank you for the flushing and cleaning you just gave it.

Source: http://www.iimahd.ernet.in/~jajoo/gmdiet.html

Now she is on 2nd day. Let's see if it works at the end of 7 days!

Mr.Smith, It sounds damn weird but I think it might work. 

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