10 Anti-Aging Foods That Will Make You Look Younger

For centuries people have searched for ways to retain their youth. This search has lead many to chase after myths and legends. But what if I told you, that the secret ingredient necessary to preserve youth is present in some foods? Yes you heard me right! The very affordable God given foods you see around you.

Here's a list of 10 anti-aging foods that slows down aging process:

1. Nuts

It doesn't matter the type of nut you choose, it could be groundnut, cashew nut, tiger nut etc. Nuts are all anti-aging agents and this is due to their anti-inflammatory and cholesterol lowering property. Aside from this, they're also a good source of fiber, protein and other micronutrients. 

2. Pineapples

         

Pineapples are rich in a mineral called ‘Manganese,’ which is essential to activate the enzyme prolidase. This enzyme provides proline, which is an amino acid necessary for the formation of collagen in the skin. This collagen plays a role in skin elasticity and strength.

3. Dark Chocolate

Dark chocolate contains flavanols, which plays a role in increasing blood flow to the skin and subsequently giving you a beneficial cosmetic effect. 

4. Lemon And Lime

Vitamin C is one component common to both lemon and lime. This vitamin helps maintain optimal genetic health and helps make your skin look brighter and younger. 

5. Watermelon

Watermelon contains Lycopene, an agent that protects the skin from ultraviolet rays and sun burn which may damage the skin and make it appear old. Watermelon also contains plenty of water which keeps your skin hydrated and fresh. 

6. Oranges 

Oranges are also a source of Vitamin C, which boosts the immune system and also helps build collagen. 

7. Avocado

The Avocado is packed with plenty anti-inflammatory  fatty acids, which boosts the immune system by helping it function properly. 

8. Mushrooms 

Mushrooms contain Vitamin D, a vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium. Without this vitamin your bones become fragile and weak.

9. Sweet Potato

Apart from its deliciously pleasant taste, Sweet Potato contain Vitamin A, which revitalizes damaged collagen thereby fighting off wrinkles that may appear on your skin.

10. Cooked Tomatoes 

Although raw tomatoes also contain Lycopene, the cooked ones makes it easier to absorb. Lycopene is an antioxidant that shields the skin from possible damage. 

Why Bathroom Fan Is Leaking Water

You just woke up to the distressing sight of your bathroom fan leaking water, or a damp around the installation area. You are probably confused as to what the cause may be and in search of any reliable solution. In this article, I will enlighten you about some of the causes of the leakage: as well as a guide on how to fix and prevent such occurrences.

A bathroom fan is an equipment designed to eliminate odors, moisture, contaminants and to vent out steam of the bathroom which promotes mold development. It can also be used to regulate temperature by pushing out warm air outside the house and bringing in cool air in hot weather conditions, vice versa. A leakage therefore, signifies loss of integrity of what a bathroom fan is designed to do.

Causes Of Bathroom Fan Water Leakage

There are a lot of reasons why your bathroom fan is experiencing water leakage. I will focus on just 3, which are most frequently encountered.

1. Vapor Condensation: this happens when the duct is poorly or totally uninsulated, causing the vapor to condense. The condensed vapor moves towards the fan and exits when there is a fallback. This exit is what is clearly seen as a water leakage.

Quick Fix

• Your first line of action would be to check the connection of the vent tile and see if it fits perfectly. Repair the under tile, once you notice it is cut. The duct itself should be inspected for any puncture and then replaced if that is the case. Reposition the duct below the insulation so that it is well within the warm zone, this makes it less likely for condensation to occur. If the problem persists after these attempts, then contact a professional building surveyor for further assistance.

• Run the fan for 10-15 minutes after taking a bath, to make sure all the moisture is pulled out and efficiently evacuated. This would prevent the build-up of condensed vapor in the vent pipes.

• Replace the fan if the size of your bathroom or frequency of baths, is too much for the fan to handle. You would need to purchase a more powerful fan to effectively handle the evacuation of moisture in your bathroom.

2. Damper Problem: the damper is designed to run concurrently with the fan. If for some reason it gets stuck in an open position, this will eventually lead to condensation.

Quick Fix

• Simply repair or replace the damper if irreparable.

. Ice on the roof: during Winter, ice accumulates on the roof and hot air from the bathroom may cause the ice to melt. If the insulation for the vapor barrier installed on the roof is poor, the barrier will experience condensation and water pooling occurs.

Quick Fix

• Clear up the ice buildup on the rooftop.

• Install a proper insulation system for the vapor barrier on the roof.

Other General Solutions To Try

• Reposition The Fan

Often time we make the mistake of positioning the fan directly on top of the shower. If this is done, the fan catches the air at its warmest point and ultimately results in condensation in the vent pipes. If possible, reposition the fan far away from the shower: this gives the air time to cool down.

• Install A Dehumidifier

At this point, you have learned why your fan is leaking water. It is time for you to lend a helping hand to the bathroom exhaust fan, and this can be done by installing dehumidifiers.

Dehumidifiers are important not just in your bathroom but in other rooms of the house as well. Especially during humid weather conditions, so it is important to install as many as possible. Right now you might be worried about space, don't : because they come in very portable sizes and don't take up much space.

Preventive Measures

Just like any other appliance at home, bathroom fans develop faults if not properly taken care of or maintained. So the best preventive measures that can be taken, is care and maintenance. To test the efficiency of your fan — hold up a piece of toilet paper and if it is sucked up means it is still working.

The following steps will guide you in cleaning your fan to ensure it is clean and efficient.

1. Turn off the fan.

2. Disconnect it from the electrical source.

3. Remove the cover, wash with soap and water in a sink.

4. Remove screws and nuts for deep cleaning.

5. Use a damp rag to clean the fan blades.

6. Clean the vent and other accessible surrounding areas.

7. Allow all the cleaned parts to dry.

8. Recouple the bathroom exhaust fan parts.

9. Reconnect to electrical source.

10. Turn on the bathroom exhaust fan.

Factors To Consider When Buying A Bathroom Exhaust Fan

Buying a bathroom exhaust fan can be a tough choice to make, because of the variety of obtainable options. However, it is advisable to go for an Energy Star Rated fan, in order to get value for your money. The following are important factors to consider when purchasing a bathroom exhaust fan.

1. Size Of Duct.

Duct size is very pivotal when choosing the kind of bathroom exhaust fan to purchase. The size just has to be right to fit the duct connector on the fan. If you want an efficient bathroom exhaust fan then, consider checking the size of the duct before buying.

2. Noise Level.

Otherwise, known as sones. A high sones level indicates a noisy fan, vice versa. Sones level of 1.0 or below is indicative of a quiet fan. If you are the type of person who enjoys a quiet environment then, these are the ones you should look out for.

3. Humidity Sensor.

This feature, if contained in a fan makes it very valuable. The automatic feature, allows the fan to turn on once moisture is detected.

4. Cubic Foot Per Minute (CFM)

This is important in selecting the appropriate fan size for your bathroom. This factor tells you the amount of cubic foot of air pushed out per minute. What this implies is that, the bigger your bathroom the higher the CMF rating you will require." [Source]

How To Install A Bathroom Exhaust Fan

I would not say installing a bathroom exhaust fan is easy as pie, but it is definitely something you can do on your own. If the steps are followed accordingly then, it should take an estimated 6-8 hours to finish the installation.

Instruments And Tools — The following tools should be available before installation.

• An extension ladder

• Safety goggles

• Tape measure

• Jigsaw

• Hole saw 

• Spade bit — 3/8 inch (ca. 20 cm) extended 

• A drill

• layout square

• caulk gun

• safety gloves

After ensuring you have all the tools needed, the following steps will guide you in making a proper installation 

Step 1

Drill A Hole

This hole should be drilled on the bathroom ceiling and should serve as a reference of where you would like to install the bathroom exhaust fan. Use the 3/8 inch (ca. 20 cm) spade to bore a hole through the ceiling into the attic. 

Position the vent fan directly in between the two joists near the drilled hole.

Step 2

Mark The Ceiling 

Use the layout square to mark out (rectangular shape) the exact dimension of what size of hole you need to cut in the ceiling. Remember to use the reference hole drilled earlier as a landmark for the marking.

Step 3

Cut A Hole

Use the jigsaw to cut out the marked rectangular dimension lines on the ceiling. Remember to put on your safety goggles, to prevent dirt from entering your eyes.

Step 4

Position The Fan

You will find a knockout hole on the side of the fan's housing. Remove the knockout hole and attach a cable connector. Ensure to slide the metal brackets into the taps bulging out of the sides of the fan. Place the bathroom exhaust fan into the hole made on the ceiling, just in-between the joists.

Step 5

Cut A Duct Hole

After positioning the fan, the next step would be to find an exit point for the duct. This exit point should lead directly to the outside of the house. Locate a favorable position on the sidewall and then bore a duct hole using a 4inch (ca. 10 cm) hole saw.

 Step 6

Install The Flexible Duct

Carefully insert the duct into the hole, leading to the outside of the wall.

Step 7

Install The Wall Cap

Apply a strong adhesive to the sides of the cap and the sides of the hole on the wall. Slide the wall cap into the hole and press it against the wall sidings. You can also secure it with four stainless steel screws, for stronger adhesion.

Step 8

Wire Connections

Expose the wiring from the bathroom exhaust fan vent housing. Join the same color of wire with the one from the electrical cable in your house.

Step 9

Turn On Your Fan

After recoupling your fan. Turn the power on and test. 

Check this out for a more detailed explanation on how to install a bathroom fan.

One Final Thing To Note Is : bathroom fans should always be vented outside the house. Venting it into the attic is simply asking for trouble, the excessive moisture will condense. This condensation will ultimately result in the development of mold.

How To Open An Offshore Company In Dubai

  Dubia emerging from a fog by Bjoern lauen at Travelendleisure



Dubai is a city in the United Arab Emirates known for luxury shopping, ultra modern architecture, multiple business establishments and a lively scene. Before we talk about how to open an offshore company, let's look at what the term “offshore company” means. 

What is an offshore company?

It is a company set up in a different country from the country of residence of the stakeholders, and it is meant not to do any economic activities in that particular country. 

Benefits of setting up an offshore company in Dubai

• No taxes on capital profits
• Right to foreign ownership 
• Any currency can be used as company's capital
• Protection from lawsuits


How to register

       By HBS at HBSdubai          

 The following is necessary to establish an offshore company in Dubai .

• Choose a local agent or firm to carryout registration 
• Name of company which must end with “LTD”
• Utility bill as proof of residence in the UAE
• Bank of operation
• Share capital 
• Articles of association


Registration gives a company the full right to carrying on with site construction and service operation. There are many offshore companies operating in the UAE, and they can attest to the many benefits of running such an establishment.

7 Reasons Why You Still Haven't Gotten Any Job Orders On Fiverr

You have just set up your Fiverr seller profile, created a gig and you are getting impressions, views and clicks but with zero job orders. You ask yourself, “what am i not doing right?.” The following mistakes sellers make could answer your question:

1. Bad grammer.

This is a very common mistake, I have noticed sellers make when setting up their gigs. Let's take for example your gig is centered around article writing, and the gig title says “I writes articles for you very good ones” if you were a buyer, would you hire this seller to write articles for you? My thought exactly. Ensure good use of grammar when describing your gig or you would scare potential buyers away. Some writing aids like- Grammarly keyboard and prowriting software will help you in ensuring good use of grammar.

2. Cheap gigs.

You can have all the experience, skill and expertise needed to execute a gig but still won't get orders. There is a quote that says “how you present yourself is how you are taken” this is also applicable to your gig. Most buyers who are after excellent work, tend to ignore gigs with lesser price tags just because they feel a quality gig ought to cost more. That is not to say gigs with low price tags don't get patronage, they do but how often does that happen?.

3. Low-quality gigs.

Just because the point above emphasized on the importance of placing value on your gig, doesn't mean you should falsify the actual gig value. An intelligent buyer will sniff out a fraudulent gig within minutes. Instead, make sure your gig is of high quality and that it represents your capabilities. Always try to study and improve your published gig until it meets the desired expectation of what a quality gig is all about. Have in mind that a low-quality gig amounts to little or no patronage.

4. Waiting for the buyer to come to you.

If the buyer doesn't come to you then go to the buyer. Most buyers don't have the time nor the energy to search for gigs, what they do is to place in buyer requests and sellers come to them. As a seller don't ever make the mistake of thinking you will get enough patronage, by just creating a gig and publishing it. Respond to buyer's requests — click on your seller profile dashboard, then click on more: the buyer's request option will be displayed. Send in your offer and patiently wait for the buyer to respond if you are picked.


5. Focusing on yourself instead of the buyer.

Most sellers make the mistake of making themselves the centre of attention, by focusing on their skills alone and in the process ignoring the needs of the buyer. Study the job description properly, get acquainted with what is required of you by the buyer. This will help you respond better to the buyer's request, and this gives the buyer the impression that you can carry out his order effectively.


6. Not being online.

A lot of buyers only patronize sellers who are actively online, because they want their orders carried out as quickly as possible. If you are among the population of sellers who consistently stay offline, then don't expect any orders anytime soon.


7. Lack of gig promotion.

The importance of gig promotion cannot be overemphasized. Promoting your gig translates to more impressions and views and this further means the likelihood of more potential buyers viewing your gig. The more promotion you do, the higher the chance of getting job orders. You can promote your gig on social media, blogs, websites etc.





Do you know of any other factors that contribute to not getting job orders on Fiverr? , then please let us know in the comment box below.  Thank you.