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Bears have grown to become very popular in tattoo art recently due to their broad and rich use in symbolism throughout history and culture. Around 500 BC, the bear was used by the Celts across Europe as a symbol to represent war. In the Old Testament, this magnificent creature was used to symbolize evil influence and cruelty. In Christian symbolism, they were viewed as a positive representation of reform. In Ancient Greek and Egypt, it was believed that the Great She-Bear of the Ursa Major Constellation (The Big Dipper) was the incarnation of the great Goddess Diana or Artemis.

Bears have also been used extensively in Native American culture. For some tribes, they were used to symbolize battle, hunting, and healing. For other tribes, this symbol denoted the whirlwind which was used in times of war to confuse ones enemies and for medical and healing purposes. Some tribes viewed them as supernatural creatures and some even as Gods. Their annual hibernation was an expression of the need for silence and self reflection. The quiet of the cave was a symbol of the quiet of the heart.

Another reason why these tattoos have such diverse meanings and designs is the diversity amongst these creatures themselves. Bears such as the Kodiak and Grizzly can be used to symbolize immense strength, power, and danger. Polar bears in tattoo designs are rare and unique. With the current crisis this species is facing, a design incorporating this bear might be used to signify the last of a dying breed, to create awareness, or to symbolize hope. Other members of this family include Black bears and Pandas.

For anyone considering a design with a Koala, just remember that a Koala is not really a bear but actually a member of the marsupials. Finally, there are “teddy bear” tattoos which symbolizes “cute” I think.

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Leaves are falling and colder temperatures are on their way. Now might be the time in which to ready your pet for the change in seasons and gauge your cold weather pet supplies. Though certain breeds are suited for the cold, most pets need help so as to stay warm and snug during winter months. With a little preparation and the right gear, your pet can enjoy the winter months nicely. Here are six colder weather items you should consider for your pet.

1. Heated Bed – Staying warm and comfy is obligatory for your pet in the less warm months. Consider a heated outside or indoor bed to aid in keeping your pet warm. There are heated beds designed for most kennels and houses, and there are heated beds designed for cats as well as dogs.

2. Heated Bowl – Having access to water is as important in the cold months as it is in the heat of Summer. A heated bowl will keep your pets water from freezing and may help to keep pet food from freezing together in lumps. There are both plastic and chrome steel types of heated bowls available.

3. Indoor Toys – In the chillier months your pet will generally spend some more time inside, but they will still need sensible exercising to maintain correct health. If your pet spends almost all of their time outside in the hotter months, they may experience tedium inside and may become more subject to chewing or negative behaviors. It’s critical to have a sensible choice of inside toys to provide entertainment and help relieve your pet’s natural desire to munch.

4. Crate or Dog Kennel – Dogs especially feel naturally comfortable in enclosed spaces. It’s calming for them to pass a little time relaxing in a smaller space. A crate, dog house or carrier is a method for your pet to have a place to retreat to when things get a little nerve-wrangling round the house in winter.

5. Boots / Pad Protection – Hard frozen ground, salt and de-icer can be damaging and painful for your pet’s paws. If your pet spends time outside in winter you need to consider safeguarding their paws with boots or a pad protectant spray or salve.

6. Collar Bell / Blinker – With fall and winter comes more hours of darkness. Having a bell or blinker on your pet’s collar with make it much easier to find them in the dark, especially if they’re going out for regular potty breaks.

There are times when exercise and diet aren’t enough to keep the cholesterol levels down so the doctor prescribes cholesterol medication. For those who have pre-existing conditions with high cholesterol levels one cholesterol medication may not be enough and the doctor has to give more than one. The instructions in taking these medications should be strictly followed because they may have adverse bad effects. It is very important to know these side effects.

Generally, cholesterol medication such as those under the classification of statins will decrease low density lipoproteins (LDL) in the blood. But this kind of cholesterol medication has side effects that could affect the person taking it. It would be best to know these side effects because there might be a possibility that these effects are signs of a hidden or worse kind of danger.

The first top side effect of statins is muscular problems. Most people who take statins complain of suffering from bouts of numbness. Sometimes there is also a decreased sensitivity to pain or temperature. Second, people also experience dizziness and weakness. This is due to the effect of statins which lower the blood pressure dramatically. Although statins helps but this cholesterol medication really have side effect on you.

The third bad effect of statins is they cause heart abnormalities. It is known that statins cause muscular problems but many forget that the heart itself is a muscle. The drug decreases the stored Coenzyme Q10 in the heart which is very important to keep the heart working efficiently. The fourth common bad effect of statins is memory loss. People who take this may have bouts of being forgetful and sometimes even complete memory loss. This is the worst effect you can get from this cholesterol medication.

The fifth side effect (and perhaps one of the worst) is depression. The brain needs certain amounts of cholesterol and too much limitation of it to the brain could cause a person to have mood swings. This could very well create a lot of other problems in terms of relationships with other people if this goes on for a long time.

There are other bad effects that remain unlisted in this article. Cholesterol medication is just like other medications has side effects which people taking them should know. Knowing these side effects can help a person to know if his or her feelings are actually a different problem altogether. Sticking to the doctor’s prescription of cholesterol medication coupled with a good exercise routine and a healthy diet can keep a person steer clear of cardiovascular problems.