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The Periodic Table of TOPS: I is for Individuality

the element of Individuality

I know now not to judge others on how they choose to work their weight-loss plan. My role is to support and learn from them. Losing weight is challenging but not impossible. Understanding how all the elements in The Periodic … Continue reading

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The Periodic Table of TOPS: He Al is for HeAl

He and Al is for Heal

It is ironic that the two of the lightest elements in nature will represent an extremely heavy and difficult topic in the Periodic Table of TOPS.  Continue reading

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The Periodic Table of TOPS: Be is for Believe

Be is for Believe

When I research each element for the Periodic Table of TOPS, I will usually list one or two of the many uses of each element. In science, many items can have multiple uses or meanings. I then decide how the … Continue reading

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The Periodic Table of TOPS: U is for You, Ac is for Accountable

U is for You. Ac is for Accountable

The next element introduced into the Periodic Table of TOPS is U which marks the official halfway point of this project. In nature, U symbolizes Uranium which is used to generate power. In TOPS, U symbolizes You, and it really is … Continue reading

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The Periodic Table of TOPS: Re is for Retreat

There was a time when all pictures were taken with a camera, and phones were only used to call someone. I am also old enough to remember the camera that had a flash bulb, that was only used once. The … Continue reading

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The Periodic Tables of TOPS: Li Fe Pa Th – The Journey to a Healthy Lifestyle

Li Fe Pa Th

A solution is a liquid mixture made up of two or more substances in which molecules or atoms are completely dispersed. Another definition of “solution” is, the correct answer to a puzzle or problem. Losing weight is both a puzzle … Continue reading

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The Periodic Table of TOPS: Sc is for Scale

Sc is for Scale

In nature, Sc symbolizes scandium, and is used in aluminum bats, golf equipment, bicycle frames and fishing rods. Various forms of this element can be used to help speed up germination of seeds.  For the Periodic Table of TOPS, Sc … Continue reading

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