Why is Pluto not longer a Planet?

Ever since Pluto was discovered, every school has taught that there are nine planets in our solar system. But recently something happened and Pluto got kicked out. It all started out in 2006 when NASA’s New Horizon Mission was launched and it made some observations and that got Pluto the boot.

Pluto is quite smaller than our moon with a diameter of 1,430 miles (2303Km). However, Pluto is a lot further than the moon- it is nearly 5.9 billion km (3.7 billion miles) from the sun. Because of its far distance it was the last planet to be discovered in 1930. There were no powerful telescopes prior to that year. Pluto was discovered by American astronomer, Clyde Tombaugh in 1930 and from that time it kept its status as the ninth planet in our solar system.

Then in 2006, the International Astronomical Union set up new criteria in order to qualify as a planet that included:

- The structure must be globular

- It must orbit the sun

- It must have sufficient gravitation pull to clear its neighboring orbit

Well in 2006, the IAU officially got kicked out of the Pluto from club ‘planet.’ And the chief reason was because Pluto did not have sufficient gravitational influence to clear its neighboring orbit.

Instead Pluto is now classified as ‘dwarf’ planet. Dwarf planets are not officially recognized as fully-fledged planet but a ‘wannabe.’ Well now as a dwarf planet, Pluto is not alone. Four other dwarf planets include makemake, Haumea, Eris and Pluto are located way beyond Neptune. The fifth dwarf plant named Eres lies in the asteroid belt between Jupiter and Mars. Astronomers suspect that there are many more dwarf planets- they just not been discovered.

We are probably the last generation to see primates

Like most wildlife, the primate population is declining very fast globally. Human kind population is on the increase and unfortunately, the wild animals have to give way. The latest data collected by many scientists who assessed the conservation status of more than 500 individual species state that primates now face an extinction crises. Today, at least 2/3rd of primate species are threatened with extinction and more likely than not, they will soon follow the same fate as other wildlife. Overall, these scientists indicate that more than ¾ of species of wildlife are declining quite fast.

There are many reasons for this but the two keys ones remain illegal hunting and massive loss of habitat. In many parts of Africa, Asia, and South America, forests have been decimated giving way to urbanization and industrial agriculture- leaving no place for these animals to survive. And sadly the other key factor which has is leading to the demise of primates is hunting by humans. These primates are often hunted for their body parts or to be kept as pets. Other threats to primate livelihood include oil and gas drilling, mining and cattle ranches.

Human domination probably accounts for the threat to every other living creature on this planet. We have not learned to share our planet with other animals and doubt if this will ever change.

So far scientists do not believe there is any other alternative that can help improve survival of primates. Deforestation has led to near extinction of the Sumatran orangutan and most of the primates will follow the same path.

In other parts of the world, civil unrest and wars have led to extreme poverty and this has driven humans to hunt primates in order to feed themselves. While humans are being taught to find alternative ways to get their nutrition, it is a little too late for most wildlife.

Destroying forests not only harms wildlife but also is essential for the survival of humans. The forests help mitigate climate changes by providing fresh oxygen, improving the quality of water and enhancing pollination, which in turn improves agriculture. The public is being urged to stop contributing to tropical deforestation and help preserve the ecosystem.

Sadly, the human cravings for food and energy are leading to massive loss of nature and wildlife. Changes in consumer behavior and efforts by individual governments over the past four decades have not helped preserve wildlife or forests. More than likely this will be the last generation of humans that will see primates and other large wildlife. Our children will only know about these majestic animals from photos or videos and like the dinosaurs, most will not have a clue what happened.

I am always tired and have heard that cylapril can help restore my body’s energy. Is this true?

Cylapril is bullshit, crap, and a fraudulent remedy for revitalizing your energy supplies.  You can eat it, shower with it, insert it as an enema or paste it on your skin- it will do jack shit. Cylapril consists of Pantothenic acid, thiamine, riboflavin and many other bogus substances. If you are fatigued, the best advice is to see a doctor and have your body checked out. Sometimes it may be a simple case of low thyroid hormone. Cylapril is definitely not a recommended product. 

There is no data in the scientific literature that cylapril can do what the manufacturers claim. You have to take 3 pills a day for at least 3 months before you see any benefits. A month’s supply costs $50. There are no refunds and the only thing you will get out of it is disappointment.

My girl friend insists that I start to drink alkaline water from now on. Is there any benefit from this beverage?

The world of health and nutrition is full of charlatans who want to defraud consumers with crappy useless products. First, there was blue water, red water, gripe water, soda water, acai water, berry water, juice water, piss water and now we have alkaline water. Alkaline water is heavily marketed by the manufacturers with  outrageous claims. 

The alkaline water is claimed to neutralize all the acid in your body, kill bugs, increase energy, boost libido, help digestion and help you poop comfortably once a day. All this is a bunch of crap. There is no evidence that alkaline water can do this. If you want to live long and healthy, drink clean water not bottled in Japan. The only water that is safe is boiled water.

How do teeter hang up tables help people with back pain?

They do not – it is just a scam. The teeter inversion hang up tables basically allow you to stand yourself inside a circular divide and hang yourself with the head down. In the beginning you will feel flushed because of the increased blood circulation in your face and upper body. The manufacturers say that it is also a great way to relax. Best advice, give these stupid devices a rest and save your hard-earned money on food or rent. The field of back pain has many charlatans who offer you false promises but instead sell you junk devices. If you really want to try out an inversion table, just stand on your head for 5 minutes- if you like that feeling- then I guess you can buy one.

Should I buy an inversion table for my home? I have had back pain for many years.

Thousands of individuals have back pain and asides from taking pain medications; there is no other effective remedy. Now there are many types of inversion tables that are claimed to help ease the chronic lower back pain.

 It is even claimed that these machine increase blood flow to your body and joints. The teeter hang up tables are just more junk in your home- they do take up space and are expensive. Do you really think that you are going to come home after a long day’s work and hang yourself upside down for 1 solid hour each day? If you are not sure- try standing on your head for 10 minutes first and see if you like the feeling- teeter tables are for people who are gullible- or suckers.

I have been having back pain for many years and my physical therapist recommends that I buy an inversion table. Any thoughts?

Another fraud. Most health care professionals have started to join the medical device industry and develop equipments that are nothing more than junk. There are many types of inversion tables and the manufacturers of these devices claim that if you hang upside down or sideways then your back pain will disappear. This is bullshit. It is like saying that if you stand on your head, you will not be able to poop or pee. There are many causes of back pain and not all are due to compression of the nerve or prolapsed disc. So hanging upside down will not do you any good.

 If you do not believe me, go to a gym and try out an inversion table.  These devices are extremely uncomfortable, prohibitively expensive, take up space and do jackshit for your back. Most likely, the table will end up in your garage.