With all due respect, I really expected a bit more from this movie, especially given how much hype it generated. Unfortunately, the pacing feels a little too slow for me, perhaps because those kinds of situations often look far less compelling in real life than they do in a film like "Thirteen."
banderas said:So, Coca-Cola isn't carbonated and doesn't have any sugar, right? 😁
Personally, I find it tastes better than regular Cola, even though I’ve always had pretty good teeth, thank Bob. Plus, if I ever did run into trouble, my dental care is covered by my insurance. 😁
Amanda Turner70 said:It’s almost ten in the morning and you're still online!?!?!
Forgive me, Mom—I've honestly had enough of this adult content; I don't think I can ever go back to it, especially since it just makes my nose sting like this. 😬>
Amanda Turner70 said:Hmm, let me think about that...
The issue with Coca-Cola used to be the phosphoric acid, which is actually the same stuff dentists use—though in much higher concentrations, of course—to etch away enamel and dentin when they're prepping a tooth for a filling. Now, even though the concentration in a Coca-Cola is significantly lower, I suppose it might affect your teeth over a much longer period than a quick thirty-second dental procedure would. Interestingly, I believe the Coca-Cola produced here in the States hasn't contained that specific acid for a few years now, though if you were to happen upon a bottle filled at a plant in a place like Canada, for instance, you might find that it still does.
As for the sugar and the carbonation... I'm not entirely sure that the bubbles themselves cause any harm, but the sugar certainly does. Then again, I guess there are plenty of other things we eat that are much sweeter, so maybe it all evens out. For example, raisins are incredibly cariogenic, even though most people wouldn't realize it. Bananas fall into that same category too. If anyone is interested in hearing more about those kinds of things, I could probably write a bit more on it.
All in all, I don't think Coca-Cola is doing anything particularly egregious on its own... though, naturally, everything depends on how well you maintain your oral hygiene. I mean, go ahead and drink your Coca-Cola, but if you skip brushing your teeth or just do a half-hearted job of it, you'll end up in the same boat regardless.
Also, sticking to Diet Coke might be a safer bet if you want to avoid the sugar altogether. 🙂
I actually just heard that same thing about raisins and bananas myself. 😁
By the way, I was wondering if anyone here—or maybe even people I don't know—has heard anything about that SMS medication alert service from Verizon or AT&T? Does anyone actually use it, or does anyone happen to know if it’s actually reliable in practice?
Yeah, my doctor is getting on in years.
To be honest, though, I’m not really sure what you mean by that last part. What exactly is that?
Peter Taylor63 said:Carbonated Cola is bad for you, but sparkling water isn't. I suspect the carbonation itself is what really does the damage to your teeth. 😕It seems more likely that all the various additives in Cola, like the sugar, are the main culprits rather than just the bubbles. Besides, you aren't exactly swishing Cola around your mouth for an hour; it just passes through. It probably messes with your stomach more than anything else.
As for me, I make a point of avoiding Cola quite regularly...
Well, it’s the combination of sugar and carbonation that erodes the enamel, though it might be even more aggressive than people originally thought.
I don't particularly care, honestly, but since I've heard enough about this topic already, I figured I might as well weigh in with my own two cents.
I don't drink Cola because I just can't stand it; I'd much rather have a Coke.😁
restlesspanther1 said:Pušća bistar doesn't even exist 😳
Well, in that case, let's just call it General Staff Headquarters instead of Pušća bistar. I suppose I’m just guessing at town names from memory anyway.
You know, whether they're polished and put-together or a bit more rugged and unrefined, there are beautiful women in every single little town and corner of this great country.
Every (stunning 😬 American woman) I've met seems to be absolutely gorgeous, whether she's from Miami, Washington, D.C., Sisak, San Diego, or even some small town in the Midwest.
I’ve traveled all over the world, but I have to say, I don't think I've ever found myself turning my head to check out women on the street quite as often as I do back home.
I guess there's just something about the curves of women in our cities that really gets to me. 😵
nimblesurfer20 said:I was wondering—and maybe this would be better suited for a student forum, though I suspect there might be more people here who actually deal with prescriptions—whether you all tend to follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions to the letter? Like, do you take everything at the exact right time, finish the full course, and really pay attention to what you’re eating or drinking while on them? Or is it more common for you to occasionally miss a dose, stop taking something before you really should, forget to pick up a prescription at CVS, or perhaps even take some leftover antibiotics from a neighbor? And if so, what's usually the reason? Maybe you just forgot, or things got too expensive, or the meds didn't seem to be working, or maybe you didn't want to skip your beer, so you decided to skip the pill instead... or some other hundred reasons like that.
Also, who is usually the one giving you advice when it comes to your medication? Is it your primary care physician, your pharmacist, your mom, an aunt like Bar, random stuff you find online, or do you just rely on whatever little instruction slip is tucked inside the box?
Thanks, 👋
I honestly always seem to forget, so my parents end up hovering over me around the house making sure I take my antibiotics.
As for why? Well, I just really don't want to have to constantly think about when it's time to take something; it's such a hassle.
Now, I should probably clarify that even though I tend to be a bit of an anti-consumerist at heart, this isn't meant to be some kind of political manifesto. It’s actually more about health, because my mother just gave me quite a lecture earlier. She mentioned that dentists have been noticing that almost all carbonated drinks—aside from sparkling mineral water, though even they aren't entirely sure about that yet—can really damage your enamel and contribute to gum disease.
So, I suppose if you want to avoid ending up with a smile like 😬, it might be a good idea to steer clear of sodas.
loneowl45 said:I feel like you’re oversimplifying things and making some pretty broad generalizations here, Doctor. You seem to be equating a simple gift—perhaps just a small gesture of appreciation from a patient who spent ten days in the hospital—with something more calculated. In my view, it could easily be a way for someone to say thank you for the genuine care, the dedication, and perhaps just a kind word or a smile from the nursing staff. Sometimes, a patient might even leave an envelope with a few hundred dollars as a sincere token of gratitude, especially when dealing with a high-ranking Chief of Medicine or a specialist who expects that level of recognition as part of their service. I guess it isn't always as black and white as you're making it out to be.
I suppose you're making a bit of a generalization there as well, aren't you?
I suppose one might look at this from an a priori perspective. I don't think that’s quite right. I happen to know plenty of doctors and surgeons who are absolute top-tier experts in their fields, yet they would never dream of asking for a single cent for their "service."
I find myself fully supporting this strike. When you consider the sheer amount of time required to complete those advanced specializations and sub-specialties, these professionals end up undergoing some of the longest training periods in the entire country. It honestly feels quite unfair that they receive such meager salaries for the level of expertise and responsibility they carry every single day.
No, I'm certainly not a doctor, nor am I some medical student grinding through rotations.
Karen Diaz32 said:The main thing is that you get to brag about how well you know Goran Dević and how you're attending the rehearsals. 👍Who even are you? Some guy like Markham?
If I may say so, I think this comes across more as gratitude than complaining, believe me. 😬
As for being compared to Markham? Please, let's not go there. Thank you. 😁
Karen Diaz32 said:What a scavenger! 😁 So, they've actually started attracting the crew to the Academy Awards by handing out press credentials and free food and drinks? I mean, where is this world heading... what happened to a genuine love for the seventh art? Well, isn't it possible that nobody is actually showing up to watch these films? Or maybe there just isn't anything worth reporting on?
It’s hardly my fault if they’re being overly altruistic! 😁
I suppose I would sell my own mother just to make it there, but honestly, between all the testing, I haven't had a moment to sleep, let alone make it to the DHF. 😢
I remember watching Mike Nichols... back when I was just a kid, he really left an impression on me. Then, out of nowhere yesterday, I spotted his work on a friend's DVD collection... so, I figured I'd have a quick smoke and settle in to watch it... and, hm... well, Anne Bancroft is absolutely brilliant as Mrs. Robinson, though I suppose Dustin Hoffman plays the young Braddock a bit too heavily at times—though maybe that’s just what the role called for. All things considered, it’s a beautiful film; personally, I thought the visuals were stunning, even if the plot felt a little stretched in certain places... but whatever... and that soundtrack... man, that soundtrack is legendary.😁
Overall, I'm curious to know if anyone else has seen it and what your thoughts are?