http://www.artipot.com/authors/6971/steve-hanson/ Latest articles by Steve Hanson from Artipot - your one-stop resource for free articles. http://www.artipot.com/articles/296485/is-there-an-age-limit-for-weight-lifting.htm Young kids shouldn't be lifting heavy weights over their heads, or focusing on leaning out for a bodybuilding show. Here's why. Wed, 04 Mar 2009 18:20:49 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/296485/is-there-an-age-limit-for-weight-lifting.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/279756/can-anne-quit-smoking-cigarettes.htm This article is all about "Anne" Anne is a hypothetical smoker Fri, 06 Feb 2009 20:41:24 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/279756/can-anne-quit-smoking-cigarettes.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/279720/can-steve-really-quit-smoking.htm Say hello to "Steve" Steve is a fictional character who has been smoking for more than 5 years Fri, 06 Feb 2009 19:13:39 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/279720/can-steve-really-quit-smoking.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/274056/drink-coffee-to-keep-your-body-and-brain-healthy.htm If you drink a ton of coffee it looks like you are healthier than most people who don't. Caffeine is now apparently good for your cholesterol, prevents Alzheimer's, and protects against certain cancers. Wed, 28 Jan 2009 07:18:37 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/274056/drink-coffee-to-keep-your-body-and-brain-healthy.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/265381/acai-berry-the-new-weight-loss-superfood.htm The antioxidant benefits of the Acai berry rivals another semi-superfood, the blueberry. If you want to be happier and healthier you should give acai a try. Read on to find out why. Mon, 12 Jan 2009 03:47:06 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/265381/acai-berry-the-new-weight-loss-superfood.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/260586/dock-bumpers-heavy-duty-protection-for-your-dock.htm Dock bumpers belong to the basic and at the same time very essential docking equipment. They offer a cost-effective solution to prevent accidents and protect trucks, forklifts and other powered material handling equipment as well as buildings and walls. Find out how to choose the best dock equipment for your business. Sat, 03 Jan 2009 22:20:10 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/260586/dock-bumpers-heavy-duty-protection-for-your-dock.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/239852/dock-levelers-bridging-gaps-for-your-business.htm Dock levelers are used to eliminate the gap between the dock and the truck bed for smooth, safe loading and unloading operations. The loading dock is deemed the most dangerous section of a warehouse, so caution should be used when ordering your new dock leveler. Wed, 26 Nov 2008 06:34:00 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/239852/dock-levelers-bridging-gaps-for-your-business.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/239727/why-there-was-a-huge-increase-in-foreclosed-properties-in-2008.htm The increasing number of foreclosures is the current hot topic for the media and politicians. The number of foreclosures has increased dramatically in 2008. Read on to find out why... Wed, 26 Nov 2008 03:43:14 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/239727/why-there-was-a-huge-increase-in-foreclosed-properties-in-2008.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/239725/palm-oil-as-a-source-of-alternative-energy.htm Palm oil is currently the most commonly produced vegetable oil in the world. Is it the right choice for making biodiesel, an alternative energy? Read on to find out. Wed, 26 Nov 2008 03:38:10 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/239725/palm-oil-as-a-source-of-alternative-energy.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/237413/foreclosure-prevention-act-of-2008-help-for-homeowners.htm The Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 is congressional bill aimed at helping homeowners avoid foreclosures. Learn how it could benefit you. Sat, 22 Nov 2008 08:57:56 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/237413/foreclosure-prevention-act-of-2008-help-for-homeowners.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/236345/the-potential-of-hydrogen-power-for-energy-storage.htm With oil prices increasing and signs of climate change becoming ever more noticeable, there is much interest these days in alternative fuel sources. On example of such an alternative fuel is hydrogen. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 04:56:35 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/236345/the-potential-of-hydrogen-power-for-energy-storage.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/236339/solar-energy-conversion-gets-a-major-upgrade.htm Researchers have created a new material that overcomes two of the major obstacles to solar power: it absorbs all the energy contained in sunlight, and generates electrons in a way that makes them easier to capture. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 04:48:30 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/236339/solar-energy-conversion-gets-a-major-upgrade.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/223209/halloween-recipes-zombie-brain-pate.htm This is a recipe for a creamy seafood pate, or dip, which you can put on crackers, vegetables, or wedges of bread. Form it with a plastic brain mold for a spooky Halloween dip. Thu, 23 Oct 2008 06:05:58 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/223209/halloween-recipes-zombie-brain-pate.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/221618/neolite-the-next-generation-in-cfl-lighting.htm Neolites are an improvement on CFL technology, bringing us an even safer, longer lasting alternative to standard CFLs. Read about the pros and cons of Neolites and make your home lighting safer and more efficient. Mon, 20 Oct 2008 15:15:24 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/221618/neolite-the-next-generation-in-cfl-lighting.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/218805/help-america-support-a-switch-to-clean-and-renewable-energy.htm Global warming is an urgent, but solvable problem. Join the We Campaign, started by former vice president Al Gore, and support clean, renewable, efficient energy. Wed, 15 Oct 2008 10:04:40 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/218805/help-america-support-a-switch-to-clean-and-renewable-energy.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/218802/5-reasons-to-abandon-incandescent-light-bulbs.htm Practical incandescent light bulbs were not invented until 1878 when tungsten was used for the filament. They have not changed much since. Here are five reasons to switch to fluorescent lighting ASAP. Wed, 15 Oct 2008 09:56:54 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/218802/5-reasons-to-abandon-incandescent-light-bulbs.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/218768/wind-power-is-part-of-the-solution-for-us-energy-needs.htm Wind power is the transformation of wind into energy, usually in the form of electricity. Learn how wind power is one of the best solutions to the US upcoming oil shortage. Wed, 15 Oct 2008 07:58:56 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/218768/wind-power-is-part-of-the-solution-for-us-energy-needs.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/218348/the-solar-power-timeline.htm The technology is available to us today, to utilize solar power for vehicles, planes, rockets, skyscrapers, and even cities. The sky is the limit for the future. Tue, 14 Oct 2008 19:12:22 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/218348/the-solar-power-timeline.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/218324/the-potential-of-wave-power.htm Experts have been attempting to harness the power of the wave since the late 19th century. The present looks grim, but the future looks bright for wave generated electricity. Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:24:31 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/218324/the-potential-of-wave-power.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/218322/reflecting-on-the-potential-of-nuclear-power.htm There are over 400 nuclear power reactors that are up and running on the planet, and believe it or not, the number is growing. The potential is there for nuclear to become a leader in sustainable energy production. Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:22:22 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/218322/reflecting-on-the-potential-of-nuclear-power.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/203747/increase-your-squat-by-100-pounds-in-10-weeks.htm To be considered 'really strong' you should be able to squat 2x your bodyweight. Learn how to add 100 pounds to your total squat in just 10 weeks. Wed, 17 Sep 2008 19:53:42 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/203747/increase-your-squat-by-100-pounds-in-10-weeks.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/202880/11-ways-to-save-energy-and-money-by-switching-to-led-lighting.htm Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) are becoming far more common for indoor lighting solutions due to their human and environmental safety, cost, and longevity. Here are 11 ways you'll save energy and money by switching to LED. Tue, 16 Sep 2008 16:37:57 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/202880/11-ways-to-save-energy-and-money-by-switching-to-led-lighting.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/202879/so-you-want-to-eat-carbs-with-a-low-glycemic-index.htm Foods with a low glycemic index help you to be healthy. High glycemic index carbs make you fat and can give you diabetes. Check out this list of foods to eat and foods to avoid. Tue, 16 Sep 2008 16:35:42 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/202879/so-you-want-to-eat-carbs-with-a-low-glycemic-index.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/197323/the-environmental-effects-of-wasting-energy.htm Mankind needs energy for heating, cooking, manufacturing and for transportation. Our lives and lifestyles depend on it. Learn how to stop wasting energy now before it's too late! Fri, 05 Sep 2008 19:49:51 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/197323/the-environmental-effects-of-wasting-energy.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/197311/everything-you-ever-wanted-to-know-about-antioxidants.htm Instead of thinking about things you should not eat, consider foods you can add to your eating plan to help fight disease. Antioxidants are your best bet to fight off most nasty diseases and conditions. Fri, 05 Sep 2008 19:28:52 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/197311/everything-you-ever-wanted-to-know-about-antioxidants.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/197310/lose-weight-by-burning-more-calories-than-you-consume.htm Many beginner athletes start exercising to lose fat. Observe the rule of, calories stored = calories consumed - calories burned, and you will have weight loss success. Fri, 05 Sep 2008 19:26:56 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/197310/lose-weight-by-burning-more-calories-than-you-consume.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/181219/protect-your-skin-and-your-house-by-converting-halogen-lighting-to-fluorescent.htm Halogen light bulbs are variants of the original incandescent light bulb invented by Thomas Edison. Like incandescent bulbs, halogen bulbs are outdated and grossly inefficient. They produce massive amounts of wasted heat, which can cause fires and burns. Switch to fluorescent lighting to greatly improve efficiency and safety. Sat, 09 Aug 2008 06:36:35 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/181219/protect-your-skin-and-your-house-by-converting-halogen-lighting-to-fluorescent.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/181108/how-to-dispose-of-and-recycle-fluorescent-light-bulbs.htm Fluorescent lighting offers consumers much needed savings in cost of energy, and it also offers a much needed decrease in energy waste for the environment. We still need to consider how to dispose of fluorescent lighting when necessary, so let us examine our options. Sat, 09 Aug 2008 02:57:09 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/181108/how-to-dispose-of-and-recycle-fluorescent-light-bulbs.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/171797/brand-marketing-can-put-you-on-top-of-the-competition.htm Brand marketing is the process of ascertaining, developing, and finally bringing a company's image to the marketplace. Here are some strategies to successfully create a brand for your business. Tue, 22 Jul 2008 17:24:54 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/171797/brand-marketing-can-put-you-on-top-of-the-competition.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/171792/5-ways-fluorescent-lighting-saves-energy-and-the-environment.htm Saving energy helps the environment because most energy sources, such as coal and natural gas are non-renewable. It pays to get educated before we're too late. Here are 5 ways that fluorescent lighting saves energy and the environment. Tue, 22 Jul 2008 17:14:45 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/171792/5-ways-fluorescent-lighting-saves-energy-and-the-environment.htm