|
They teach about blood buffering systems in gradeschool now. Even 5th graders would think that's ridiculous. If you are actually able to change the pH of your blood to positive effect by eating basic foods, you probably have a disease.
|
#
?
Jan 3, 2015 06:38
|
|
|
|
| # ? May 22, 2024 09:04 |
|
|
Meatwave posted:They teach about blood buffering systems in gradeschool now. Even 5th graders would think that's ridiculous. If you are actually able to change the pH of your blood to positive effect by eating basic foods, you probably have a disease. I don't know if you're just overestimating what kids actually learn in school, or if your only exposure to kids in school are those in super advanced private schools, but I can assure you that the majority of children do not learn poo poo about this in gradeschool. The majority of people don't learn poo poo about this in college. The only reason 5th graders might think this is crazy is because they haven't learned about the PH system at all (but likely they have and it's unlikely they'd find it all too outlandish).
|
|
#
?
Jan 3, 2015 06:48
|
|
|
Pyroclastic posted:According to the FAQ, they're a blend of 'all natural minerals' and the main ingredients are magnesium, tourmaline, zinc, and silica. Heated to 800c and formed into pellets. I guess it's just one of those "alkaline is good, acidic is bad" dichotomies so all the good stuff was shoved to one side and all the bad stuff was shoved to the other regardless of what the pH of it actually is. You could use hydrazine instead of ammonia. You could call the product "Rocket Fuel"
|
|
#
?
Jan 3, 2015 07:24
|
|
|
I learned about pH in my middle school health class, and trust me, it wasn't "SUPER ADVANCED" - think public school in the worst part of the ghetto where students getting stabbed wasn't all that uncommon. Education is constantly accelerating tbh.
|
|
#
?
Jan 3, 2015 07:42
|
|
|
T-man posted:Education is constantly accelerating tbh. Not really, for the most part. I have 2 younger siblings in elementary school and the poo poo they bring home is the same poo poo I was bringing home 15 years ago except some of it is taught differently. I can tell you for drat sure they aren't learning anything more advanced about the PH system than lemons are acidic, lye is basic, stick this piece of paper in some poo poo and see what color it turns. Same poo poo I did when I was their age.
|
|
#
?
Jan 3, 2015 09:06
|
|
|
stringball posted:Can someone
|
|
#
?
Jan 3, 2015 09:10
|
|
and tell us why he's wrong or right or retarded
|
Pyroclastic posted:Googling around, it looks like this is mostly one of those psuedoscience prevent/cure-cancer-with-nutrition idiocies, where the foods you eat somehow changes your body pH, and if it's too acidic (because you're not eating paleo, apparently), you get cancer and everything else that can possibly go wrong. Not that the whole thing isn't batshit idiocy but in case of cancer you can actually adapt your food intake to a certain extent to slow the process, together with a regular treatment. I don't remember if it's a thing for all kinds of cancers.
|
|
#
?
Jan 3, 2015 09:18
|
|
|
unpacked robinhood posted:Not that the whole thing isn't batshit idiocy but in case of cancer you can actually adapt your food intake to a certain extent to slow the process, together with a regular treatment. Ketogenic diets have nothing to do with pH though. And there are idiots who think a ketogenic diet is enough, don't get regular treatment and then die. People are idiots.
|
|
#
?
Jan 3, 2015 09:45
|
|
|
Pyroclastic posted:Their graph is amusing. Apples have a pH of 3.3-3.9; almost as acidic as coke! Oranges are 3-4. Wow, that graph is such a blatant lie. Like, even a grade school student would know that oranges, which contain a considerable amount of citric acid, should not be on the alkaline side.
|
|
#
?
Jan 3, 2015 16:59
|
|
|
Almost all biological chemistry in the human body is about the interaction of weak acids. Hell even DNA is deoxyribonucleic acid. I have no idea how these people decided acids are the enemy, but it's hilarious. Someone should make a parody and see if anyone out there bites: Did you know that every cell in your body contains acid? Did you know that some of these acids can affect the way your cells function and even stop new cell growth?
|
|
#
?
Jan 3, 2015 18:25
|
|
|
I'm going to sell a health drink made of radium. I'll say it promotes cell growth.
|
|
#
?
Jan 3, 2015 21:31
|
|
|
Liquid Dinosaur posted:I'm going to sell a health drink made of radium. I'll say it promotes cell growth. It certainly knocks out the acids in your body… so you'll capture two markets in one go!
|
|
#
?
Jan 3, 2015 21:34
|
|
|
Dinosaur Satan posted:DYLN — The Bottle That Creates Alkaline Water On the Go Ah yes, Oranges, world renown for the being the most Alkaline of fruits.
|
|
#
?
Jan 4, 2015 09:38
|
|
|
Oh wait, it's not about what is alkaline and what is acid — it's about what is acid and alkaline forming. That makes it aaaaaaaall better. I'm sure there are tons of free-floating carbonates and hydroxides in oranges, and I mean, the peels are pretty bitter if you chew them so that must mean they're alkaline, right?  Also, if there are that many H⁺ ions in wheat that they readily form acids, I suppose we have already found the bio-fuel equivalent to hydrogen fuel cells. Double-win! Tippis has a new favorite as of 15:29 on Jan 4, 2015 |
|
#
?
Jan 4, 2015 15:24
|
|
|
Didn't kickstarter ban products that 'claim to cure a disease' or similar? I guess dubious vague health claims still slip under the radar.
|
|
#
?
Jan 4, 2015 16:17
|
|
|
DoctorTristan posted:Didn't kickstarter ban products that 'claim to cure a disease' or similar? I guess dubious vague health claims still slip under the radar. Kickstarter's prohibited list includes: quote:Any item claiming to cure, treat, or prevent an illness or condition (whether via a device, app, book, nutritional supplement, or other means). And the DYLN Living Water Bottle Kickstarter makes these claims: quote:In general, alkalinity promotes and maintains optimal health in the body, while acidity has a negative impact. While some acidity is natural and necessary, many people suffer from leaning too acidic, which is a far too common result of our modern diet from acidic foods and beverages. When we lean acidic, our bodies compensate through natural buffers, which kick in to maintain the necessary alkalinity in the body. Overtime this compensation can lead to unintended consequences, such as weaker bones and muscles or even disease. Alkaline water offers a convenient and safe way to bing our bodies back into balance and achieve optimal hydration. Seems pretty clear to me that they're claiming that their product helps prevent illnesses and medical conditions.
|
|
#
?
Jan 5, 2015 04:21
|
|
|
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1216683334/dog-powered-scooter?ref=category A dog powered scooter, which looks like the kind of transportation I'd be stuck with in a Mad Max-type universe and https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1890583073/fart-flinger-gun?ref=nav_search A fart-flinging gun. To quote, "The Fart Flinger Gun represents a breakthrough in gas capture. Kids and adults, both young and old, can now capture a fart and blast an unsuspecting victim with their odorous gas. The Fart Flinger's unique patented cupped design allows the users to capture the full aroma of their flatulence with an easy squeeze-n-capture feature. Just capture the Fart and blast it to any unsuspecting target. When squeezed, the blast is accompanied by a realistic fart noise affect. It is hand operated and requires no batteries."
|
|
#
?
Jan 5, 2015 07:08
|
|
|
Liquid Dinosaur posted:I'm going to sell a health drink made of radium. I'll say it promotes cell growth. So it'll cost 40k/year, do nothing of use, and leave random bits of damaged DNA all around your body that two doctors have to go in and chip away at piece by piece?
|
|
#
?
Jan 5, 2015 07:25
|
|
|
msyronfire posted:
Lol if you haven't mastered the art of "cup n throw" when it comes to weaponizing your flatulence. Still, backed.
|
|
#
?
Jan 5, 2015 07:31
|
|
|
Snowglobe of Doom posted:Seems pretty clear to me that they're claiming that their product helps prevent illnesses and medical conditions. Its just like this place in my local shopping centre. They sell magnetic wristbands that cure everything. Signage all over the booth states that it cures everything. If you look closely there is a small disclaimer at the bottom of one of the signs which says "We don't actually claim this cures anything. However heaps of people say it does!". I'm not a lawyer so I'm not sure, but according to the guy there the disclaimer makes it all nice and legal. Edit: This is the scam: http://www.bioflow.com.au/ yoloer420 has a new favorite as of 08:22 on Jan 5, 2015 |
|
#
?
Jan 5, 2015 08:18
|
|
|
KronicD posted:Its just like this place in my local shopping centre. They sell magnetic wristbands that cure everything. Signage all over the booth states that it cures everything. If you look closely there is a small disclaimer at the bottom of one of the signs which says "We don't actually claim this cures anything. However heaps of people say it does!". Holy poo poo, they really go the distance on these. They have magical magnets you can strap to your water pipe to reduce mineral content or even on your gas mains for "efficiency". It is a deal though, especially when they include the ties for "fitting". That's got to be worth at *least* $20-$30 just for the special zip-ties.
|
|
#
?
Jan 5, 2015 13:07
|
|
|
flosofl posted:Holy poo poo, they really go the distance on these. They have magical magnets you can strap to your water pipe to reduce mineral content or even on your gas mains for "efficiency". It is a deal though, especially when they include the ties for "fitting". That's got to be worth at *least* $20-$30 just for the special zip-ties. This poo poo has been around for at least 50 years
|
|
#
?
Jan 5, 2015 13:12
|
|
|
Mo0 posted:So it'll cost 40k/year, do nothing of use, and leave random bits of damaged DNA all around your body that two doctors have to go in and chip away at piece by piece? Ugh FINE. I'll make it have a uniquely shaped bottle and have a custom cup holder for it you can snap onto your iPad.
|
|
#
?
Jan 5, 2015 18:21
|
|
|
-
Cirrial has a new favorite as of 20:30 on Jan 5, 2015 |
|
#
?
Jan 5, 2015 20:01
|
|
|
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/884592321/glorious-leader Uh pretty sure the USS bush is CVN-77, not 43. Nice research, assholes.
|
|
#
?
Jan 6, 2015 09:05
|
|
|
Better rush for those hot, hot The Interview dollars.
|
|
#
?
Jan 6, 2015 09:48
|
|
|
Wasn't there like a flash game where you play as KJU?
|
|
#
?
Jan 6, 2015 12:39
|
|
|
Otisburg posted:https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/884592321/glorious-leader
|
|
#
?
Jan 6, 2015 13:26
|
|
|
Englishman alone posted:I think it's reference to him being 43 pres rather than the carrier which carries his name The carrier is named for HW, p sure W doesn't have one. If they can't get basic facts straight then how am I supposed to enjoy side-scrolling juche unicorns?
|
|
#
?
Jan 6, 2015 13:31
|
|
|
On the one hand a game where you play as Kim Jong Un blowing up the US military sounds really fun, on the other rushing out a videogame to capitalise on a bit of controversy in the news is ridiculously shady even for a kickstarter. That is a beautiful screencap though.
|
|
#
?
Jan 6, 2015 14:05
|
|
|
e: nvm
|
|
#
?
Jan 6, 2015 14:22
|
|
|
Did Ron Paul Revolution teach us nothing?!
|
|
#
?
Jan 6, 2015 19:29
|
|
|
Otisburg posted:The carrier is named for HW, p sure W doesn't have one. Yeah but it's #43 and it has the MISSION ACCOMPLISHED banner.
|
|
#
?
Jan 6, 2015 19:32
|
|
|
Peanut President posted:Yeah but it's #43 and it has the MISSION ACCOMPLISHED banner. Right! That poo poo totally breaks my immersion when I'm playing as N.K's despotic ruler riding the waves on my narwhal, shooting fireballs.
|
|
#
?
Jan 6, 2015 21:02
|
|
|
Otisburg posted:https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/884592321/glorious-leader The Mission Accomplished thing took place on the Lincoln anyway, CVN-72.
|
|
#
?
Jan 6, 2015 21:19
|
|
|
Man, look at all those stolen SNES and Neo-Geo sprites and constantly changing pixel resolution.
|
|
#
?
Jan 6, 2015 21:24
|
|
|
Cirrial posted:Did Ron Paul Revolution teach us nothing?! Considering the dude didn't even finish the tutorial himself, no. Nobody learned a god drat thing from that whole charade.
|
|
#
?
Jan 6, 2015 21:27
|
|
|
Wamdoodle posted:Lol if you haven't mastered the art of "cup n throw" when it comes to weaponizing your flatulence. Still, backed. I tried to master it, but Randy was explaining it really poorly, and I was on PC, so the controls were different than what it said, so I just rage-quit.
|
|
#
?
Jan 6, 2015 22:05
|
|
|
Elliotw2 posted:Man, look at all those stolen SNES and Neo-Geo sprites and constantly changing pixel resolution. Indiegamedev.txt
|
|
#
?
Jan 6, 2015 22:08
|
|
|
|
| # ? May 22, 2024 09:04 |
|
|
PHIZ KALIFA posted:Considering the dude didn't even finish the tutorial himself, no. Nobody learned a god drat thing from that whole charade. I'm sure plenty of backers learned to never back oh who the gently caress am I kidding no one ever learns anything from Kickstarter failures. Honestly, is Indiegogo that much more scam filled than Kickstarter these days? Everything sort of just feels like it blurs together.
|
|
#
?
Jan 6, 2015 22:10
|
|