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Don’t Skip Meals

June 3, 2013
David S. Chang

Don’t skip meals during the day in an attempt to lose weight. Missed meals often lead to food cravings and unhealthy snacking, which can do more harm than good to your body. When going on a diet, consult with a doctor and focus on eating a variety of foods to make sure that you’re getting […]

May 29, 2013
David S. Chang

Rob Wile Everyone’s talking about all the new oil and gas being produced thanks to new drilling methods. But there’s another narrative nipping at the shale boom’s heels: solar energy. And it’s expanding just as fast. It’s just that the scale is not quite the same. But that’s changing. Citi has just named solar photovoltaics, which […]

May 29, 2013
David S. Chang

January 30, 2013|By Kim Murphy Hawaii’s love affair with rooftop solar energy has turned into a gold rush. In 2012, as many permits for new solar units were issued on the island of Oahu alone as in the entire state over the last decade. That, inevitably, has led to gridlock. Homeowners and businesses in some areas have […]

May 29, 2013
David S. Chang

MARTIN HOLLADAY, GBA ADVISOR By now, photovoltaic (PV) panels are familiar to most Americans. You’ve seen them on your hand-held calculator, on top of illuminated highway signs, and maybe even on your neighbors’ roofs. With PV systems becoming more common, perhaps you’ve been dreaming of making some homemade electricity. The dream is achievable, as long as you […]

May 29, 2013
David S. Chang

You can visit GreenTech Pacific’s website for more information on solar and LED lights here in Hawaii. Also visit their facebook page for articles on solar and other green energy technology information.

May 13, 2013
David S. Chang

There’s an increasing body of research that shows that socializing improves mental acuity and can give your immune system a boost. Keeping contact with friends, neighbors, activity partners, and other social groups are a great way to improve your quality of life and have fun.

May 6, 2013
David S. Chang

It is never too late to start an exercise routine. Exercise is fun if it’s an activity you enjoy doing. Activities like running, walking, skipping, dancing, and swimming are fun and get your heart rate up. Exercise promotes a sense of well-being by releasing endorphins, improving circulation, and building strength. Even something as simple as […]

April 22, 2013
David S. Chang

Research has shown that humans keep their minds sharp by learning new and challenging things. If you feel the need to replace the intellectual challenge found during your professional life, try learning a foreign language, playing a musical instrument, joining a book club, or even getting into the habit of playing brain teasers.

March 25, 2013
David S. Chang

Heat a bowl of water and lemon slices in your microwave for 30 seconds to a minute, then wipe out the microwave. Stains will be easier to remove and old food odors will be neutralized without using harsh chemicals.

February 11, 2013
David S. Chang

Research shows that America’s happiest people spend at least six hours a day with friends or family. A Harvard University study found that each happy friend in our network increases our happiness by nine percent.