Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Now, Osama Bin Laden utters cheers on a wine bottle label!

An Australian winery has revealed a new range of wines with labels featuring terrorist leader Osama Bin Laden.


Another label reproduces an image that facaded from the persecute scandal at Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq, of a hooded prisoner with electric wires attached to his hands.


Tasmania’’s Moorilla winery, owned by millionaire gambler David Walsh, at Berriedale in Hobart’’s northern border, is the producer of the wines.


The images are taken from supporting graffiti from the streets of Hobart and Melbourne. The template image of Bin Laden goes next to a graffiti message reading “all you need is love”.


Below the torture image are the words “Iraqi liberation”.


Formerly, Moorilla has produced an erotic sex-and-death themed “Muse” wine series.


Moorilla winemaker Conor van der Reest said the temporary and modern nature of street art suited the drink-now ethos of the new “Praxis” wines.


“It’’s not a question of us trying to deal with people. It’’s more a record of stuff that’’s current, either in art or world events,” News.com.au quoted Conor van der Reest, as saying. Conor van der Reest alleged the reaction would be interesting.


“It’s really tough to tell and I guess it always comes down to how somebody reacts to any sort of art. I hope people will get the idea and look at the entire label,” he said.


“It would also be motivating to see how the US responded to both the Muse and Praxis labels when the company applied for export,” he added.

Thursday, August 13, 2009

Fridge Magnetic bottle Opener


The Fridge Magnet Bottle Opener magically places to the front of your fridge and can open any type bottle with ease. It's shaped from a plate of sparkly stainless steel with a rubber magnetic backing. You will no longer be penetrating around for that subtle opener, since this one doesn't move, its permanent . The design made, lets easily open a bottle with just one hand, helping you look extra smooth, even if you're having problem successfully operating both of your legs.

This handy bottle opener is specially made from rubber magnetic backing so the super strong magnet sticks to your fridge without damaging the door. This product is manufactured with glamour and pure industrial forms, off-the-wall and unnecessary functionality, things to grab your attention without resorting to kitsch or parody.

  • Shiny chrome finish
  • Dimensions: 5" W x 8" H

Thursday, August 6, 2009

Artificial formulas for infant feed in bottles

A baby who is not receiving breast milk should be fed infant artificial formula. Cow’s milk is not suitable for children under 12 months of age. Most infant artificial formulas are based on cow’s milk but contain other important ingredients as well. They are suitable for the majority of healthy full term infants.

All artificial formulas sold in Australia conform to the Australia New Zealand Food Standard Code . There is little difference in nutritional value or quality between differently priced brands. There are a variety of artificial formulas available. They include:

• Standard infant artificial formula – labeling ‘suitable from birth’, this is for babies up to 12 months of age. Standard infant artificial formula is usually cow’s milk based, but may be soy or goat’s milk based. Soy may be preferred by vegan mothers or if the baby cannot tolerate cow’s milk protein. However, unless there are compelling reasons against using cow’s milk based artificial formula, it is the recommended choice.

• Follow-on infant artificial formula – labeling ‘suitable only for babies over six months’, this is for babies aged six to 12 months. There is no research to show these preparations are any better than standard artificial formula, and they are not considered nutritionally necessary.

• Thickened artificial formula – is sometimes recommended for babies who frequently ‘posset’ or regurgitate large amounts after feeding. However, a thickened artificial formula may not solve the problem and should not be used without guidance from a qualified health professional.

• Premature infant artificial formula – is specifically designed for the nutritional needs of a premature baby. This is not suitable for healthy term babies.

Tuesday, August 4, 2009

Reading the Label: The Key to Proper Medicine Use

The label tells you what a medicine is supposed to do, who should or should not take it, and how to use it. But efforts to provide good labeling can't help unless you read and use the information. It's up to you to be informed and to use OTC drug products wisely and responsibly.

The manufacturers of OTC medicines sometimes make changes to their products or labeling (new ingredients, dosages, or warnings). Make sure to read the label each time you use the product. Always look for special "flags" or "banners" on the front product label alerting you to such changes. If you read the label and still have questions, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care professional for advice.

The Label Also Tells You...

* The expiration date, when applicable (date after which you should not use the product).
* Lot or batch code (manufacturer information to help identify the product).
* Name and address of manufacturer, packer, or distributor.
* Net quantity of contents (how much of the product is in each package).
* What to do if an overdose occurs.