Quotes of the Day

An artificial sweetener could cause dysbiosis. The potential consequences may influence how the gut bacteria control blood sugar metabolism and weight gain. The artificial sweeteners that are currently approved for human consumption are: saccharin, aspartame, sucralose, acesulfame, and neotame. Avoid Artificial Sweeteners. [2019] - William W Li

Pension credit (federally) is applied to your first $2,000 of eligible income. Payments must be on a scheduled, periodic basis. For example, a monthly, quarterly or annual payment from a RRIF would be eligible for the pension credit, but lump-sum withdrawals from an RRSP would not. Non-registered investment income (with the exception of the taxable portion of non-registered annuities) or rental income are also ineligible. The pension credit is applicable to federal tax. When provincial tax credits are also factored in, this is worth approximately $320 to $580 in terms of taxes that you don't have to pay, depending on your province of residence. [2019] - Daryl Diamond

Just one round-trip, cross-country flight may subject you to about the same level of radiation as a chest x-ray. The research team found that green, leafy vegetables like spinach and kale appear to have an edge over other vegetables and fruits when it comes to radiation protection. Other common foods that may be protective against radiation damage include garlic, turmeric, goji berries, and mint leaves, but none of these has been tested in clinical studies. [2015] - Michael Greger

The higher the price, the fewer the customers, and the more precise you need to be in your marketing. Instead of discounting down, bonus up. Instead of looking for new products to sell, look for new customers. Many of us like letting people know we spent a lot of money for a product only a few people can or will afford. [2005] - Robert T. Kiyosaki

The less you know about sellers, the lower your first offer should be. Assume that you will end up midway between the two opening negotiating positions. Your initial offer should be an equal distance on the opposite side of your objective as the seller's asking price. Specific numbers have more credibility than rounded numbers. Always flinch--react with shock and surprise at the other side's proposals ("You'll have to do better than that.") [2004] - Mike Summey