Copyright © 2013 Knight Sac Media. All rights reserved.http://www.siliconinvestor.com/subject.aspx?subjectid=57934BUY AND SELL SIGNALS AND OTHER MARKET PERSPECTIVES Numerous posters here at SI have encouraged me to begin my own market thread to post my buy and sell signals, so here is it. I will post my model’s buy and sell signals in advance of the market as they appear on the horizon. For example, a sell s...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/images/Logo380x132.pnghttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/subject.aspx?subjectid=5793438013210WaynersYou are so right as always (except on the insults thread) and another thing about Splenda is, it is not zero calorie at all. It's about 1/3rd of sugar. People miss this because all the "official" numbers are based on a small 1 serving packet...but up the dose and use it in a real recipe. Sure 1/3rd is a lot better ...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289160835/25/2013 11:12:04 PMGROUND ZERO™http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289159795/25/2013 9:03:40 PMGROUND ZERO™The medical journals are full of studies that show that artificial sweeteners are directly linked to liver and kidney damage... Sweetness plays an insidious role in our health. We are primed to seek it out, but we are primed from times when sugar was rare and only found packaged within foods which contain many more...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289159705/25/2013 8:51:04 PMGROUND ZERO™Okay, even if everything you say is true, it works for me very nicely, apparently my doctor knows what he's talking about when it comes to my health... GZhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289159575/25/2013 8:37:10 PMGROUND ZERO™Even if this were true, it's largely irrelevant since the only real focus is that agave takes longer to metabolize, this is the main key to the reason why it's so far down of the glycemic index... the entire substance can be fully and completely metabolized and digested WITHOUT effecting the blood sugar level... this...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289159565/25/2013 8:36:19 PMGROUND ZERO™You say, Agave also has a sweet taste which triggers a “cephalic response”, producing excess insulin, which can eventually lead to Insulin Resistance, However, there is no basis in fact to support that statement... if you're referring to a "response" to a sweet taste which results in the production of insulin, pre...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289159525/25/2013 8:31:07 PMNOW"Agave syrup is almost all fructose, highly processed sugar with great marketing," said Dr. Ingrid Kohlstadt, a fellow of the American College of Nutrition and an associate faculty member at Johns Hopkins School of Public Health. "Fructose interferes with healthy metabolism when (consumed) at higher doses", she told me...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289159505/25/2013 8:28:12 PMNOWAgave nectar has a low-glycemic index for one reason only: it's largely made of fructose, which although it has a low-glycemic index, is probably the single most damaging form of sugar when used as a sweetener. With the exception of pure liquid fructose, agave nectar has the highest fructose content of any commercial s...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289159495/25/2013 8:26:57 PMGROUND ZERO™http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289159465/25/2013 8:23:37 PMGROUND ZERO™You're very welcome, and it's all true and scientifically factual... also true, I did lose nearly 100 pounds along the way as a result of a significant diet change, but the info on agave and how the pancreas is related to our blood sugar level is completely indisputable and medically accurate... to be sure, using aga...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289159445/25/2013 8:20:45 PMgolfer72http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289159365/25/2013 8:06:15 PMgolfer72http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289159355/25/2013 8:04:56 PMGROUND ZERO™http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289159055/25/2013 7:07:53 PMGROUND ZERO™There's a lot of dangerous misinformation on the Internet about every topic under the sun, no doubt this also includes agave... my personal physician took the time and very clearly explained to me about numerous specific research studies regarding agave which he knows and trusts... let me give you an abbreviated summa...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289159035/25/2013 7:06:33 PMMachaonMy guess is his dropping 100# (or maybe only 50) and exercise had more to do with the improvement than any single food item added or eliminated. Ground Zero might have embellished a little, but I think that I could benefit from a lower calorie sweetener, like agave. Currently I use a tiny bit of grape juice in my one...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289158435/25/2013 6:04:22 PMMachaonDo you have a link to any definitive studies that prove this? The MD who I think is an expert in the field at Pritikin and is a friend of mine recommends artificial sweeteners and I believe he thinks much of these claims are false.Sadly, the cephalic response is well documented and well researched. Firstly, ane...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289157935/25/2013 5:33:02 PMquote 007http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289157715/25/2013 5:14:04 PMKirk ©InterestingThat is a major problem with artificial sweeteners and agave. Because of the sweet taste, the body prepares itself to handle the carbs coming down the gut, and produces Insulin, but then, surprise, surprise, NO CARBS to convert to cell energy. All that excess insulin is stuck in the blood stream. Do you ha...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289156455/25/2013 3:30:58 PMKirk ©My guess is his dropping 100# (or maybe only 50) and exercise had more to do with the improvement than any single food item added or eliminated. Kinda reminds me of global warming. Sun puts out more energy, ice caps on Mars and the Earth melt but some "scientists" attribute the temperature change to man polluting ...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289156385/25/2013 3:23:28 PMMachaonafter using agave instead of sugar, my blood pressure is normal, my diabetes is completely gone, and my cholesterol has dropped in half... my doctor took me off ALL my meds, my diabetic medications, my cholesterol has dropped from 277 down to 134, and I also no longer take any high blood pressure meds... You hav...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289156155/25/2013 3:00:24 PMNOWdelve into the subject a bit and i think you will find your cure has nothing to do with agavehttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289154515/25/2013 1:32:32 PMCosmic CowboyRobert...this is a brief description of COW and DBA....looks like COW is about hogs and cattle, and DBA is about soybeans, corn, etc.: finance.yahoo.com  etfdb.com  finance.yahoo.com  etfdb.com http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289152045/25/2013 11:22:23 AMrobert b furmanHi Cosmic, Yes they do - great find. Even after reading their names - I do not understand what they are. Have you traded these before? Any info on how they trade would be appreciated. TIA Bobhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289150205/25/2013 9:33:00 AMrobert b furmanHi Chip, Yup climbing tall ladders in beautiful Wisconsin again. I'll finish up my school house this summer. Been a blast and a labor of love. I see you are entering shorts positions here. Always feel smarter after I read your TP. Good to hear from you! Bobhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289150145/25/2013 9:28:38 AMGROUND ZERO™Dumped the long gold and silver, now short silver... all other positions are still intact, e.g., long the SP, short bonds, long the dollar... GZhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289141045/24/2013 3:14:21 PMGROUND ZERO™Everything is in snooze mode today... I just came back from playing some tennis about 10 minutes ago, I was tired of watching the paint dry... GZhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289139595/24/2013 2:18:08 PMGROUND ZERO™Are these markets trading a full day today? The action is in sloooooooooooooooooooow motion, seems like one tick every 8 minutes, probably no volume at all... GZhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289139415/24/2013 2:12:58 PMGROUND ZERO™If this market doesn't break down hard this afternoon, then I suspect we'll see an explosive rally begin on Tuesday, the time gap for Tuesday looks perfect on the daily chart after a few solid down days... GZhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289138845/24/2013 1:56:17 PMGROUND ZERO™Definitely, I agree... a carefully and well balanced diet is profoundly important... everything in moderation, including moderation... GZhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289138785/24/2013 1:54:42 PMMachaonAs it turns out, agave has a higher fructose content than any other common sweetener, more even than high fructose corn syrup (HFCS). Because of its reputation as a "natural" sweetener, it is now widely used in products claiming to be good for health – from teas to nutrition bars and energy drinks. Agave also has a...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289138445/24/2013 1:43:37 PMGROUND ZERO™Interesting, maybe, but I have a very different experience with agave, unless I'm very mistaken... after using agave instead of sugar, my blood pressure is normal, my diabetes is completely gone, and my cholesterol has dropped in half... my doctor took me off ALL my meds, my diabetic medications, my cholesterol has d...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289138415/24/2013 1:42:34 PMsandeepTypical aapl behavior over the last few days. Starts going down as soon as the market rallies. Maybe anti-market stock...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289138155/24/2013 1:33:29 PMFintasTRUE FOOD... Well if you look with eyes that see you'll see me there enjoying one of the many great meals and yummy desserts in Newport Beach CA.. However I prefer to just drink the Maple Syrup from the bottle. SMILE Fintashttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289137925/24/2013 1:24:30 PMFintasCHIP..YOU TOO re having a great weekend. Just remember to stay vigilant and don't put yourself in any position where you are vulnerable. As for 1607. That's a GIVEN. 1648 doesn't matter. It would just be a bounce that will FAIL! It's only how and when we now see 1607 and..... The reason I can say that is because ...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289137585/24/2013 1:08:46 PMFintasSHHHH Don't give away all the secrets. We want those with blinders on to keep on BUYING. That includes some pnfers that don't understand that it's more than X's and O's. SHHHHHHH Fintashttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289137255/24/2013 12:58:10 PMNOW"I've stopped using agave myself and no longer recommend it as a healthy sweetener. The reason agave ranks relatively low on the glycemic index is because it has a high content of fructose. Fructose does not readily raise blood sugar (glucose) levels because the body doesn't metabolize it well. New research suggests t...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289137055/24/2013 12:50:01 PMGROUND ZERO™No, it's not... how can agave be sugar? Agave is lower down on the glycemic index than a fresh apple... refined sugar is at the top of the list for causing diabetes and a whole list of other preventable illnesses... GZhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289136965/24/2013 12:46:44 PMNOWhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289136725/24/2013 12:41:43 PMGROUND ZERO™Yes, really... refined sugar is an addictive narcotic and the food manufacturers put it into all your food... is there any wonder why 68% of the population in this country is way overweight? GZhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289136325/24/2013 12:27:54 PMNOW"it's actually healthy for you while maple syrup contains sugar which is not good at all..." really?http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289136105/24/2013 12:21:06 PMNOWhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289135985/24/2013 12:17:27 PMGROUND ZERO™Long the SP, short the bonds, long the dollar, long gold and silver... this market won't break down, too much buying at the border... GZhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289135565/24/2013 12:04:18 PMGROUND ZERO™http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289135255/24/2013 11:54:13 AMChip McVickarFintas... Have a Great weekend...!!! 1648 on the cash charts seems to be important... Close below this for 2 days and we maybe looking at 1607 Will Get back to you... Chiphttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289135075/24/2013 11:48:54 AMChip McVickarVery Interesting... Thanks for the heads up Hopefully this is a scare the weak hands for 3 days... and take advantage of a time gap Have a Good Weekend Chiphttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289135035/24/2013 11:46:37 AMChip McVickarUnderstand another important factor is maintaining the correct balance between acidity and alkalinity within the bio-systems Acidity maintained for to long is breading ground for cancer, other diseases and general susceptibility to infection, etc... lot of new research available...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289134965/24/2013 11:44:10 AMsandeepAapl - seems to have hit a snooze button. Hourly chart - almost no movement over the last 5 days. Probably will move big soon. [graphic]http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289134685/24/2013 11:33:16 AMGROUND ZERO™Yes, it's looking iffy, but it's almost a done deal that we'll see a rally from here, or so it seems... GZhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289134395/24/2013 11:21:44 AMGROUND ZERO™http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289134345/24/2013 11:20:40 AMGROUND ZERO™Everyone is so conditioned to expect this market to rally at every minimal decline... it's hard to believe a top of any significance is really in place... but, this is the beginning of the weak 6 month season, so who knows... if we get another signal, it could be a real doozy... either way, I'll just take them as t...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289133965/24/2013 11:04:43 AM