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lahor said:First you claim magnets are harmful, and now you're bringing up medical magnetotherapy. How did we get here?

BIOELECTROMAGNETIC
MEDICINE edited by Paul J. Rosch and Marko S. Markov.
Medical Textbook covering the cutting edge of clinical applications for
electromagnetic fields based on data through September 2003.
With 50 chapters contributed by 86 global experts,
this 850-page volume features over 5,000 references.
It dives into the fundamental physics and dosimetry of
bioelectromagnetics, including the application of electric currents and
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Troy in Movies ·
Honestly, I would’ve gone just to see Brad Pitt!!!😲 👋 🙏
I’d totally watch it again.
But what can you do when you're a woman... I'm suffering over here...
Can't sleep! in Health ·
FDA Regulation. (Federal Register, No. L 159, June 27, 2003, pp. 46-94)
EC.03.068
The aforementioned Directive from November 6, 2001 (refer to IDHL, 2001, 52, EC 01.126) has been updated, notably through a revised Annex I (Analytical, pharmacotoxicological, and clinical standards and protocols regarding medicinal product testing), which includes the following sections: I. Standardized marketing authorization dossier requirements; II. Specific marketing authorization dossiers and requirements; III. Particular medicinal products; and IV. Advanced therapy medicinal products.

European Community. Regulation (EC) No 1647/2003 of June 18, 2003, amending Regulation (EEC) No 2309/93, which outlines FDA procedures for the authorization and supervision of medicinal products for human and veterinary use and establishes the FDA. (Federal Register, No. L 245, September 29, 2003, pp. 19-21)

Kyle Nelson2 said:man, that really got my blood pressure up... I hope the admin doesn't ban me, I'm just telling it like it is...

If you look at Medicare, there's this guy, Czaba Dohoczky. He's basically the head honcho for drug registration, so why don't you ask him to explain how the whole process actually works?
Loan calculators, savings interest, etc. in Banking, Insurance & Loans ·
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Gothika in Movies ·
Has anyone caught this yet?
What’s the verdict—is it actually any good?
Can't sleep! in Health ·
Casey Palmer5 said:Why would you think we have one set of drugs and Americans have another? We're using the exact same stuff; it's just that some medications aren't registered in the US while others aren't registered in the EU. Most of the medicine used here overlaps perfectly with what they use across the pond. Even generics are identical; it’s just the brand names that change.

Take something like Sumamed—if I recall correctly, over there it goes by Azithromycin, Zithromax, or Zitromax.

About 80% of the drugs used in the EU haven't been fully tested for side effects in children. A huge chunk of those are antibiotics...
It was even featured on the news.
So, let's not overcomplicate things. We tend to take so much for granted that when we hear a headline contradicting what we thought we knew, we immediately jump to conclusions.
Can't sleep! in Health ·
Kyle Nelson2 said:Whoa, easy there... let’s not be too quick to judge. Some of us actually know a thing or two about pharmacology. One big reason why medications aren't cheap isn't the actual manufacturing—which is incredibly inexpensive—it's the research and development. That covers massive testing across all kinds of demographics, from kids and seniors to pregnant women or people dealing with kidney and liver issues.

The reason dosage varies between kids and adults is simply because it's based on body mass. There's actually a standard called DDD (Defined Daily Dose) that serves as a universal benchmark to calculate doses for different age groups.

I brought up those examples specifically for the people who are constantly hunting for certifications; I wasn't trying to gatekeep medical knowledge. My point was broader—looking at the sheer volume of over-the-counter drugs available in pharmacies. It's common knowledge that people here go through an insane amount of those products. Unlike in the USA, only a tiny percentage of medications in the rest of the Western world have been thoroughly tested for side effects in children.
Can't sleep! in Health ·
Re: Re: I can't sleep!

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Sleepyhead says:
Sleep issues have become one of the most common struggles in modern life. Even though we get an average of 6 to 8 hours, it feels like a blink of an eye, and we rarely stop to think about what our bodies actually need. We head to bed because we have to—our bodies are exhausted, and we're dealing with all sorts of daily pressures, from weather changes to general nerves, basically just stress. Then we lie down on a mattress that keeps stressing us out instead of letting us find peace and relaxation. The culprits? Foam mattresses (moisture issues), spring mattresses (static electricity), lack of spinal support, or even exposure to radiation while sleeping (power lines, radio waves, natural radiation). Instead of giving our bodies the quiet they need for rest, relaxation, cell regeneration, and immune support, they keep fighting through these stressors. That’s when disruptions and health problems start creeping in. Fix your sleep setup so your body gets what it needs, and those issues will start to fade away.

Stop talking about it and just tell us you're selling mattresses for $2,000 so our lives can finally improve...
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Just wanted to remind you what you wrote earlier, so we can clear up my claim about you mentioning a price.
Can't sleep! in Health ·
Casey Palmer5 says:
spavanje said:They won the Eureka gold in Brussels back in '94, followed by gold and silver from Innova in '96, gold from ExxonMobil in '00, and silver from both Geneva and Nautica in '03. Beyond those innovation fair awards, they’ve had functional testing done by the Mayo Clinic, and if you’d swung by the Medicine and Tech expo last week, you could have seen the testing performed by the American Academy of Pediatrics. There are plenty of other quality assurance papers out there too.


The American Academy of Pediatrics 😂 😂

Are those the same people who hand out those "Dr. of Alternative Medicine" titles???

And what kind of testing did they actually use to issue you guys a certificate???

This is just classic. People read without actually processing the words, just hunting for an excuse to tear something down. If innovation fairs aren't enough for you—well, what can I say? But if you’re actually curious about the process, the required documentation, or how things get tested, all that info is online. Go ahead and look it up.
The American Academy of Pediatrics acts as an umbrella organization for alternative groups, so they do conduct product testing. Why wouldn't they offer their perspective?

Since you're so obsessed with paperwork, maybe explain why you give your kids pills that haven't even been tested for side effects in children? Oh right, you do it without asking for certificates or proof. Just so you know, about 80% of drugs currently used in the US haven't been specifically tested for pediatric side effects. So if a full dose is fine for an adult, I guess you'll just give them half? A child isn't just a small adult.
And honestly, you should probably spend more time reading the WHO website; it’s where the most important global health updates are posted. Or, if you want something even easier, check the daily news on NBC.
Tanning beds in Health ·
Everywhere I go, they always make sure to clean everything thoroughly and put up a "Sanitized" sign.
Can't sleep! in Health ·
Kyle Nelson2 said:Exactly. Just because something has been around forever doesn't mean it's actually good. That's a total logical fallacy.
Does a company like that actually exist? It really depends on what sector you're looking at. For instance, AMC has been around forever and pulls in massive revenue by leveraging products patented by NASA.

Come on, just lay it out there—don't be so secretive. Who are we talking about? Maybe one of us actually knows their way around this kind of stuff.

So, what exactly is the patent he’s holding within that framework?
Wouldn't he be restricted from patenting something for a third party if it directly overlaps with the core business of the company he works for?
Wouldn't the institute automatically own that by default under labor laws?

You actually brought that up earlier. So, what are we looking at in terms of the price tag?

Man, I’m telling you... this is starting to feel exactly like those old Zepter door-to-door sales pitches.
My parents have this TV they’ve been using for 15 years now, and honestly? It still works like a charm. They really lucked out—back then, it would've cost them a small fortune, maybe $800 or something, but they snagged it for a steal.

I mean, come on—if they’ve been producing this stuff for 25 years, they would have had to pull together a whole mountain of certifications by now...
It just doesn't seem right. www.mayoclinic.org They’re the only institute that actually conducted a study like that—though I tried to look up their website again today and just kept getting a "Connection timed out" error. It's basically a dead link at this point.

This is getting exhausting. I provided a working link, yet they keep redesigning the pages anyway.
Look, we’ve got plenty of accolades to show for our work—certificates, degrees, and awards that we pick up year after year at innovation expos both here in the States and internationally. We even run a medical supervision program out of our Seattle facility to ensure everything stays on track. But honestly? None of those certificates, research papers, or data points can top the most important fact: there are thousands of Americans actively using this program. Some people have been with us for over 12 years. They’ve felt the real-world improvements firsthand, proving that the functionality and longevity of this product are truly unmatched.

I’m talking about a specific type of firm—one that's officially registered to handle radiation research, detection, and environmental remediation. You can go ahead and check the registry to verify.

International collaboration between institutes is just standard practice. It’s perfectly normal to share knowledge, swap data, and even file joint patents together.

Pricing really depends on the specifics. We can’t give you an accurate quote until we get eyes on the situation to see exactly what needs to be fixed and how to approach it. Since our product is sold as a complete bed set, I wouldn't want to guess which individual parts might actually work for your needs.

Zepter and AMC have absolutely nothing to do with radiation.

Comparing something that’s objectively harmful, like watching too much TV, to something that actually improves and strengthens your health is just laughable. It’s a non-starter.
Can't sleep! in Health ·
Kyle Nelson2 said:Alright... look, I went ahead and bought a queen-sized bed with a high-end mattress and some solid support underneath. My plan is to make this thing last at least 15 years—which, let's be honest, is only about a quarter of my life.

I dropped $0.83
on it. I even picked up a toilet, paid $50 for it... and hey, I’m hoping I’ll still be sitting on that thing in about 10 years. 🙂)))

(Ugh... excuse me, my inner cynic just woke up.)

The reality is, if you're using a standard spring and foam mattress, you're looking at maybe 5 years tops. If it's latex, you might get 10. Honestly, if we all thought about mattresses the way we're talking right now, our backs, humidity issues, arthritis, and allergies wouldn't be half as bad as they are today.
F1 Glossary for Beginners in Formula 1 ·
redheron12 said:Here’s what I’ve got so far:

Red Bull Racing car:

beast
tank
workhorse
rhythm

Michael Schumacher:

michael
Miljenko
guy
computer
machine
unlikable
jerk

McLaren:

barbecue

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Let me know if you guys have any other ideas to add!
Can't sleep! in Health ·
Kyle Nelson2 said:Science fairs?
Yeah, I actually know a guy (I think his name was Ergo or something) who patented this tiny magnetized disc. You stick it on your forehead, and supposedly its magnetic field pulls oxygen-rich red blood cells toward your prefrontal cortex so you can study longer. He even snagged a gold or silver award at an Expo back in the 90s.
That all sounds great, but I’ve tried something similar, and frankly, it just doesn't work.

So, science fairs are good for showing off ideas, but they aren't exactly rigorous scientific testing grounds—at least from what I can tell.

I’ve seen the product you’re talking about (or one from a competitor), and they carry an ISO 9001 certification and a WIPO patent. Just a heads-up though: ISO 9001 doesn't mean the product actually works; it just means their manufacturing process is strictly documented and consistent. It doesn't even guarantee the tech isn't outdated. And honestly, getting a patent isn't the hurdle everyone thinks it is.

What I really want to know is: do you have any validation from actual research institutions like the Mayo Clinic, Max Planck, CERN, or something along those lines?

Even if you don't, I still have two questions:
- Can we actually get the product for testing? If I'm going to drop $2,000, I want to try it first rather than buying a pig in a poke. I'd be willing to pay a deposit or a fee for a trial period.

- Where did that $2,000 figure come from? Does that cover production, R&D, distribution, or what? To me, it feels like a price point calculated on the logic of "how much is your health worth?"

Look, there's a huge difference between just patenting an idea and actually manufacturing a product for 25 years and running a business with this program for 16 years right here in America. Try finding one other company in this niche that has stayed successful for that long. That should tell you something.

When you're operating in the US, we deal with certifications you’ve probably never even heard of.

And part of our program was developed by a researcher at the Rutger Bošković institute, and his patent is integrated into the entire system.

I really don't understand why you're hung up on that $2,000 mark. Where did you even get that number?

Once you look at the Mayo Clinic studies, you'll see that the effects happen gradually. First, sleep disturbances settle down, then your body naturally improves circulation and nutrient transport, leading to overall wellness. These studies were conducted over 3, 6, 9, and 12-month intervals because the results depend on your starting health, existing issues, and lifestyle. So, I'm not sure how you'd even go about "testing" this or for how long—it's not that simple.

The price is actually quite low when you consider you're investing in something you'll use for 6 to 8 hours every single day. We reinvest 5% of revenue back into further R&D, testing, and presentations... Honestly, try finding any other household item you'll rely on for a third of your life.
Can't sleep! in Health ·
Kyle Nelson2 said:Science fairs?
Yeah, I know a guy (I think his name was Ergo or something) who patented this tiny magnetized disc you stick on your forehead. The idea was that the magnetism pulls oxygen-rich red blood cells toward your prefrontal cortex so you can study longer. He actually picked up a gold or silver award at a Eureka fair back in the 90s for it.
That all sounds great on paper, but I’ve tried it myself, and honestly, it just doesn't work.

So, my take is that science fairs are good for showing off ideas, but they aren't exactly a way to scientifically validate if something actually functions.

I’ve seen the product you’re talking about (or maybe a competitor), and they carry an ISO 9001 certification and a patent from WIPO. But look, ISO 9001 doesn't mean the product actually works; it just means their manufacturing process is strictly documented and consistent—it doesn't even guarantee the tech isn't outdated. And getting a patent? That's not exactly a hurdle to clear.

The real question is: do you have any validation from actual research institutions like Rutger Bošković, Max Planck, CERN, or something similar?

Even if you don't, I still need to know:
- Is there any way to get the product for testing? If I’m going to drop $2,000, I want to try it out first rather than buying a pig in a poke. I'd be willing to pay a deposit or a fee just for a trial run.

- And why $2,000? Does that cover production, R&D, distribution, or what? To me, it feels like the price is set based on the logic of "how much is your health worth to you."
Can't sleep! in Health ·
Kyle Nelson2 said:I tried checking out those institute websites, but here's the deal:
- I can't even get the www.mayoclinic.org page to load, so I've got nothing to report on them.

Take a look at this:
Can't sleep! in Health ·
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Can't sleep! in Health ·
Taroth said:Alright... I've read through this, but now I have a question...

What kind of certifications are we actually talking about here?
I mean, anyone can claim their product is the best under the sun... but let's see some actual credentials on paper.

We took home gold at the '94 Brussels Eureka expo, followed by both gold and silver from Innova in '96, gold from ExxonMobil in '00, and silver from Geneva in '03, plus more silver from Nautica in '03. Beyond those innovation awards, our products underwent functional testing at the Mayo Clinic, and if you happened to stop by the Medicine and Tech expo last week, you could have seen the testing performed by Harvard University. We have plenty of other quality control documentation too. But honestly? The most valuable thing is the firsthand feedback from the people who actually use our programs and share their real experiences.
I’m a terrible movie critic!
Tanning bed goggles in Health ·
Thanks, Casey Palmer5!🙂

I’m honestly a little freaked out by the potential for vision damage. Since people rarely actually wear their sunglasses, I can just see an entire generation growing up being practically blind from sun exposure. I really hope we don't end up there.