Perception Is Not Reality - About Sanjay Dalal

I would like to share with you a bit more about me, Sanjay Dalal, and give you some real facts...

1. I am a simple & happy family man, father of two growing children in Irvine, and husband to my wife since 1993 (technically 1992 since we got married in the court). We all moved to Irvine in 2007 from Fremont, CA. I love Turtle Rock, Irvine, where we live. I love my children & wife, relatives, my community, my friends and God. I love peace, happiness and well being for all... For more on my story, go to my website: http://www.sanjaydalal.com

2. I am a software entrepreneur, deeply passionate about collaboration software for social networks. I spend more than 10 hours a day thinking, planning, marketing & growing my latest software launch... oGoing. What's going on? http://www.ogoing.com
Further, I only know about computer software and some computer hardware. I do not have any working or professional knowledge of anything else besides computer software, and that too, mainly collaboration software and services. I do like to teach my children different technologies & always ask them to be curious about the latest cool things including cultures & traditions of their friends & families... just like any parent would do.

3. I launched India Business Network last year (2009) to help grow awareness of Indian professionals & businesses, and also in turn, learn about social networking, and the platform on which India Business Network hosts (Ning). Today, India Business Network has about 4,000 global members. India Business Network is a registered non-profit organization. Go to: http://www.indiabiznet.com to learn more...

4. I have failed many times over as an entrepreneur, including my latest failure... Innovation Index Group that managed Innovation Index Fund in 2008. Innovation Index Fund is closed, and is only supporting remaining 4 investors (May 2010 update - my father is not an investor anymore). All 4 investors are U.S. based, and are all friends based in Orange County & Los Angeles Area (who I have met a few times, and know them on a first name basis). There are no foreign investors, no foreign interest, no partners from any foreign countries / cities such as Dubai, Middle East, Africa, Europe in Innovation Index Fund. I am always learning from the failures such as Innovation Index Group... it only prepares me better for my next startup. Case in point: oGoing :: What's oGoing on? (tm) http://www.ogoing.com

5. Show me the money... First, I was successful in Silicon Valley at two startups that allowed me to be an entrepreneur (from the money I made in Silicon Valley). But I also lost money in the stock market (like everybody else, but probably more than I would like). I make money by selling Business Innovation eBook, Apple Innovation Strategy, Innovation Bootcamp, Internet & Social Media marketing, web & mobile application consulting, and investing in stocks (I enjoy it). This keeps me occupied and very busy all day...

6. I love ABAOC (Asian Business Association of Orange County), and am quite grateful & proud to be a board member. I take this job seriously, and would do everything to make ABAOC shine... this is my commitment to the board. I also love TiE Southern California, Irvine Chamber of Commerce and Dean's Leadership Circle, Paul Merage School of Business, University of California.

7. I am looking for partners for oGoing - Enterprise Social Network... if you or someone you know would like to get on the ground floor of a hot new startup that will potentially be a $100 million plus business in five to ten years, this is your chance. Just ask me for a business plan or executive summary, and I would be happy to share it with you... email me: ceo at innovationmain dot com

I love community development & community service... hence, I am active with my daughter's Turtle Rock School PTA & School Site Council, Rotary Club of Newport-Irvine, and take time to volunteer & promote / donate to charities... I was a basketball coach three times for my son's teams, and an art master for my daughter's class.

In 2005, I found out I had Osteoporosis in my lumbar spine. I have been fighting it since, and have made good progress. I am doing much better now... I started a non-profit in 2007 to raise awareness of this: http://www.osteofoundation.org (you can also read my story there)

Hoping this would clear up any perceptions you may have about me... or not ;-)

Now, let's do some business!!

Sincere regards,
Sanjay Dalal, Entrepreneur
Social Media. Internet. Innovation.

www.SanjayDalal.com

direct: 949-288-6880 (Receptionist: 7 am to 5 pm, M-F)

p.s.: I don't spam w. text, email, voicemail

Family Nutrition

What does "family nutrition" mean, exactly?

Family nutrition means teaching and encouraging eating attitudes and behaviors within the family unit. Every family has nutrition habits. The concern is whether the habits taught and encouraged are healthy or unhealthy. Since every family member is unique and has different nutritional needs, each individual's needs should be considered in the family nutrition plan. The combination of needs will often mean that certain family members will need to focus on special areas. For instance, in a family with one child who is underweight and one parent who has diabetes, the child will need to focus on eating adequate portions of healthy, high-calorie foods, while the parent will need to focus on appropriate portions for diabetes treatment.

Why is family nutrition important?

Families often focus nutrition changes on family members who have a health problem or a certain athletic focus. But good nutrition is important for everyone, and the family unit is the perfect place to build a healthy foundation for every member. Good family nutrition helps everyone in the family to be healthy and happy. Since we know that good nutrition helps prevent disease and increase quality of life, good family nutrition will benefit the whole family in this way. It is also possible that good family nutrition will reduce the incidence of obesity and disordered eating, including eating disorders like anorexia and binge eating.

How do you start your family's nutrition on the right track?

Here are ten tips:

1. Start with healthy nutrition in infancy. Breastfeeding is the best nutrition for babies 0 to 6 months old. If you've chosen to feed your baby infant formula, be sure to use clean water, mix it properly, and wash the bottles well.

2. Encourage everyone in the family to eat three meals every day plus a couple of snacks. This will help keep the digestive system regular. Eating five to six times per day also helps the body to better distinguish between hunger and fullness. When you wait too long, your body will feel hungry, even after you've eaten enough.

3. Eat as many meals together as possible. Try to eat at least one family meal every day, even if it's breakfast. Whoever is home at meal time should be sitting down together to eat. Families that eat together generally eat healthier and know more about what is happening with their children.

4. Offer a variety of foods from all of the food groups: grains, vegetables, fruits, dairy, and meat/protein. Learn about the Food Pyramid. Be sure to have foods available that meet a variety of preferences in the household.

5. Choose low-fat foods and whole grains. Read food labels! Look for total fat around 3 grams or less. Choose 1% or skim milk; they have the same nutritional value as 2% or whole, just much less saturated fat. Whole grains, like wheat, bran, and oat, help keep your digestive tract healthy and help keep cholesterol low.

6. Remember that drinks have nutrition, too. Low- or non-fat milk and 100% fruit juices can be great choices to help meet nutritional needs. Sweet teas, juice-flavored drinks, and sodas add only sugar to the diet.

7. Keep empty-calorie foods out of the house. Occasionally buying candy or soda can be fine, but constantly having "junk food" in the house only allows everyone to eat it. You can also have small treats when you eat out, as long as eating out is not part of your usual routine.

8. Encourage healthy habits. Praise your children for choosing healthy foods and eating right. This can make adults feel good, too!

9. Discourage unhealthy habits in a constructive manner. Try not to humiliate one family member for overeating or skipping a meal, but discuss the behavior in a loving, supportive way. Teach children not to tease each other about eating habits.

10. Seek medical attention when needed. Don't be afraid to ask your doctor questions if you are concerned about your loved one's nutrition habits or health, especially if it is a child. If you need help with your family's nutrition, find a registered dietitian. Dietitians specialize in food and nutrition, and some of them even specialize in family issues.

Remember not to dwell on the past! Move your family forward into more healthy living, and start with a good nutrition plan.

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