Dealing with Writer’s Block through Research

Having a writer’s block is one dilemma for someone who is anxious to write for a deadline. And ironically, the more one tries to conquer it, the more he feels beaten. While a writer’s block can be dealt by simply taking a break, this can be a problem with an individual who is trying to catch up with a schedule. This instance can be frustrating and fortunately, can be prevented in the future.

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More ways of dealing with a writer’s block include watching movies and reading to get ideas and inspirations. Talking to people and listening to music can be helpful as well. And if you enjoy doing researches, definitely you will be free of a writer’s block.

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Putting an Annoying Drinker to Sleep with MSG

MSG is monosodium glutamate. It is probably the most popular flavor enhancer throughout the globe. Discovered by Professor Kidune Ikeda of Tokyo Imperial University in the 1908, MSG has created an unhealthy reputation because of its undesirable effects on some people.

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The FDA has categorized MSG as GRAS or Generally Recognized as Safe. However, monosodium glutamate (MSG) has been cited to cause migraine, insomnia, depression, anxiety and cognitive disorders. It is also linked to obesity as it can be very addicting in food. MSG can also cause palpitation, hypotension or hypertension, stomach pains, blurred vision, dizziness and even hives.

In Asian countries, MSG has remained a favorite. Interestingly, in some parts of the Philippines, MSG is also used to sedate talkative drunk individuals.

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