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An estimated 10% of medical products in low- and middle-income countries are either falsified or substandard, according to the World Health Organization. It’s particularly difficult in low-income regions to quickly and easily spot subpar medicines and identify their flaws.
For years, chemist Marya Lieberman of the University of Notre Dame and her team have been developing analytical paper diagnostics that are a cheap, effective, and easy-to-use way of determining whether drug tablets contain the correct medicines. They now want to use the tools they’ve developed to aid harm reduction programs locally and to inform regulators internationally.
▸ Hometown: Berkeley, California
▸ Education: BS, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; PhD, bioinorganic chemistry, University of Washington
▸ Hobbies: Cooking and puzzles
▸ Most intriguing research project: The PAD project, “There are so many moving parts, and the kind of impact we’re trying to achieve is so different from my previous research projects.”
▸ An interesting fact about yourself: “For 3 years, I was a teacher’s assistant for a blacksmithing seminar at MIT. The professor had a charcoal forge set up in his research lab, and we did small tools and fittings, sculptural pieces, and forge and pattern welding.”
Lieberman and her colleagues sell multilane test cards called paper analytical devices (PADs) on their online store. After placing a drug sample on the PAD, users can read the card’s color-based results using an Android application also made by Lieberman’s team.
Dalmeet Singh Chawla spoke with Lieberman about the recent developments in her work and what she hopes to achieve in the future. This interview was edited for length and clarity.
What problems can PADs solve?
I’m really interested in using color-changing PADs to catch bad-quality medicines. That’s a good application because it’s a low-hanging fruit: pharmaceuticals tend to be high-purity, high-concentration analytes, so analysis of their quality doesn’t require detecting tiny amounts of the target or picking the target out of a complex matrix. Paper diagnostics are not the best for sensitivity and specificity, but another thing to think about is the robustness of the analysis—like if people can get information about their drugs immediately in a field situation. For paper diagnostics, I think we’re often working on analytes where robustness is a really critical component.
We have created a test card for detecting substandard and falsified pharmaceuticals. The PAD detects complete fakes and also has some capacity to detect drugs that don’t contain the right amount of active ingredient. Some lanes will give different colors for different types of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) or different amounts of an active ingredient. So the tests don’t give just a yes-no response.
The 12-lane PAD can analyze more than 60 different pharmaceuticals and is optimized for antibiotics and tuberculosis drugs. All the drugs have different functional groups, which react with the color-changing reagents that are stored in the paper.
Have the tests been rolled out anywhere?
We didn’t reinvent the wheel on this. We’re just using a commercially viable antibody lateral flow assay. We originally developed tests for field screening of illicit drugs, and we now have a test card that we’re using to screen street drugs in a collaboration with harm reduction organizations in Chicago. We’ve also worked with the coroner’s office in Indianapolis.
We’ve been using the tests for pharmaceuticals with partners in Kenya for more than 11 years now. My collaborators at AMPATH, a partnership of US and Kenyan universities and hospitals, are pharmacists. They do covert shopping in a few counties in western Kenya to obtain the medicines for the project, including from medicine shops that aren’t registered. There’s a large informal sector in Kenya.
Then we test out the drugs with the PADs. We keep some samples in Kenya in case the pharmacy board wants to analyze them themselves.
The other samples come to me, and then we analyze some of them by high-performance liquid chromatography to accurately measure the amount of active ingredients in the medicine. I also send samples out to a coalition of about 29 colleges and universities, and they also help analyze samples. These are often undergraduate students who are analyzing samples in their analytical chemistry class or maybe as a research project.
What have your analyses determined so far?
We’re doing single-tablet analyses to see if the tablet has the correct amount of APIs. What we found so far is that out of 1,100 analyzed pharmaceuticals, 168 failed the tests.
Usually, the quality problem with most of these drugs is that there’s not enough of the API. So if each tablet is supposed to have 100 mg of doxycycline, they’re usually allowed to have between 90% and 110% of that. What they’re not allowed to have is 50 mg of doxycycline and 50 mg of talcum powder, which were the components in one of our samples.
Is that due to deliberate manipulations of medications?
It’s hard to imagine how else the talcum powder could have come into the medication.
We have identified other instances of manipulation. For example, we have another card called chemoPAD, which we have developed for chemotherapy products. In 2018, one of my students was testing the chemotherapy drug cisplatin being sold at Ethiopian government clinics. We found that the content of cisplatin was systematically underdosed in all those samples and, after more analysis, that there wasn’t the correct amount of the drug in the vial to begin with.
But fraud is not always the source of bad medication. Sometimes a low API is due to natural degradation. For instance, between 2014 and 2016, we were testing out a product from Kenya that is a combination of amoxicillin and clavulanic acid. The tablet is packaged between two pieces of foil that are glued together. That packaging is really important because it protects the amoxicillin and clavulanic acid from oxygen and moisture. We found that there were often pills in the packaging that had undergone some degradation. The clavulanate in most of the cases was not detectable anymore.
That was an example where there was maybe a problem in the packaging of the product, particularly the heat-sealing device that sticks the layers together. We reported the product to the regulatory authority, the Kenyan Pharmacy and Poisons Board, and had some discussion back and forth with the manufacturer.
What’s the next process after you identify a poor-quality product?
Generally when we find a bad-quality product, I first work with my collaborators who collected the samples, and they reach out to their country’s medical regulatory authority.
In some cases, the authorities want to take some kind of regulatory action before we publish studies about the products. We honor those requests because we don’t want to spoil their ability to respond to a bad-quality product in their country.
Have any regulatory bodies taken action based on your findings?
Yes, and we’ve seen improvements with the packaging of some products after we’ve reported our problems. But regulatory agencies are very under-resourced and often have a lot on their plate.
Some countries in Africa have shifted from regulatory sampling based on convenience to much more directed, risk-based postmarket surveillance. We have a new project that’s funded by the US National Institutes of Health that’s going to explore integration of the chemoPAD not just into the premarket medical regulatory authority practices in Ethiopia and Kenya but also into clinical practice as a way to protect patients from bad-quality chemo drugs.
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The leaders of tomorrow are sitting in the classrooms of today and they need imagination and empathy to be able to identify and solve society’s problems.
Roots of Empathy harnesses of the power of a secure attachment relationship between infant and parent – the first and most powerful model of empathy. Emotional literacy develops as children begin to identify and label the baby’s feelings, reflect on and understand their own feelings, then the feelings of others.
By demonstrating the baby-parent relationship to children in schools, we can help to break intergenerational cycles of aggression, domestic abuse, child abuse, youth violence and bullying in schools and the workplace.
Roots of Empathy has the power to tip a generation of children – to create a world that is kind, resilient and inclusive. It develops a culture where children learn to care for themselves, for one another, for their world and for their future.
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CORONAVIRUS TESTING: 90% of positive cases with coronavirus are not sick
In a PCR test fo the coronavirus Covid-19,, there is a very important factor which is not mentioned in the results, it is the TC ( Threshold Cycle ). This is the DNA amplification coefficient, the number of amplification cycles.
The test does not detect whole viruses in working order, but pieces of this virus, whether active or not. So it can detect small pieces of the virus from an infection that is several weeks old or even older.
In the samples, there are very, very few pieces of viral RNA, so they cannot be detected as they are. You have to increase the number of pieces very significantly to be able to detect them.
This viral RNA is transformed into DNA and then a product is used which causes all the DNA in the sample to be duplicated many times. This operation is repeated several times.
The more we repeat it, the more we amplify their number, the greater the TC, the greater the risk of having false positives.
The less we repeat it, the less we have false positives, but the more we can have false negatives.
Depending on the devices and the laboratories, we can go to more or less large CT values from 20 to 45!
TC = 20 to 30 => high viral load, presence of a number of copies of te coronavirus virus compatible with an infection, to be interpreted according to the clinic. There remains the risk of measurement error.
TC = 35 => compromise used by the IHU, but false positives.
TC = 40 or more => 90% FALSE positives = no Coronavirus Covid-19 virus, the remaining 10% have an extremely low viral load, we are NOT contagious (but there are no false negatives).
Scientists’ recommendations are a TC between 20 and 30. In the practice of analytical laboratories, the TC is most often 40 or more!
If your test is positive, demand to know the TC and do another test the next day to confirm.
These PCR tests with TC limited to 25 would have been very useful in February or March 2020 to isolate true positives with a high viral load and hydroxychloroquine + azithromycin + zinc (HCQ + AZT + Zinc) treatment.
So from a medical point of view, since the beginning of June, PCRs are no longer of any interest EXCEPT if the TC is restricted to a maximum of 30. They are only valid in this case.
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WEDNESDAY, May 31, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Fresh fruits are loaded with fiber, antioxidants and other great nutrients. And studies show that eating fruit whole gives you the most of this food group’s potential benefits, like helping to prevent heart disease, stroke and some types of cancer.
While drinking smoothies can be convenient and healthy if they’re not loaded with added sugar, you lose some of the fruits’ fiber during the blending. It’s also easy to drink a lot more calories than you’d get in one or even two pieces of whole fruit.
Research published in the British journal BMJ suggests that eating certain whole fruits in particular may significantly lower your risk of type 2 diabetes. Since type 2 diabetes is epidemic in the United States, finding ways to prevent it is critical to continued good health.
For the study, researchers looked at decades of diet and health records for thousands of people. They saw — but did not prove — that those who ate 2 or more servings each week of fruits like blueberries, grapes, raisins, prunes, apples and pears reduced their likelihood of getting type 2 diabetes by 23 percent.
Conversely, drinking fruit juice every day had the opposite effect, increasing the chances of diabetes by 21 percent. One possible reason: the spikes in blood sugar that the concentrated sugars in juice can cause.
It’s not yet clear which nutrients in those good-for-you fruits may offer diabetes protection. But one thing seems certain: An apple a day might keep the blood sugar disease away.
And don’t forget to eat a fruit’s peel or skin when edible — it’s a powerhouse of nutrients.
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The Remsing Group's proposal, for their work on understanding molecular driving forces for the chemistry of weird life on Titan, was selected for funding by NASA's Exobiology program. 159 proposals were received, but only 17 were selected for funding.
NASA's Exobiology program seeks to understand the "origin, evolution, distribution, and future of life in the Universe." It funds research that approaches questions of the evolution of life, life's potential to adapt to new environments, and life elsewhere. NASA’s ongoing mission is to explore space for the benefit of life on Earth.
“Biochemistry on Earth requires water as its solvent. However, many chemical processes occur more easily in organic liquids, and it has been hypothesized that such solvents will facilitate the emergence of non-aqueous or weird life. The Saturnian moon Titan is an ideal candidate for weird life. The Cassini-Huygens mission identified lakes of liquid hydrocarbons (methane/ethane) at low, cryogenic on Titan's surface, in which weird life, or weird prebiotic chemistry, may have evolved. Still, we have little idea where to find such hydrocarbon-based life, ultimately because we do not know how it might function. To understand how weird life may function, we will take cues from life on Earth, namely that fundamental chemical processes like electron and proton transfer reactions underlie terrestrial biochemistries. Moreover, a prevailing theory in terrestrial prebiotic evolution is that mineral interfaces catalyzed essential chemical reactions in a manner similar to biological enzymes. It is natural to assume that non-aqueous life evolved in a similar manner by exploiting the unique chemistry at interfaces, suggesting that one should look for weird life in areas with high concentrations of relevant minerals. But, these relevant minerals must still be identified based on their ability to catalyze the chemistry of weird life. Therefore, finding weird life, or prebiotic chemistry that may lead to weird life, ultimately begins with understanding the fundamental processes that may underlie its biochemistry. However, a foundational understanding of physicochemical processes at Titan conditions is currently lacking. To build such a foundation, we will use molecular theory and computer simulations to uncover the molecular driving forces for fundamental prebiotic chemistry and biochemistry in liquid hydrocarbon solvents and at their interfaces with organic minerals.
We hypothesize that biochemistries evolved in cryogenic, nonpolar liquids require the same fundamental processes as on Earth, but with inverted polarities and a significantly greater role of quantum effects. Biological systems on Earth seemingly exploit the quantum nature of electrons and nuclei when possible, for example, to tune reactivity. Quantum effects become increasingly important as temperature is lowered, and we expect the low temperatures on Titan to enable weird life to functionally employ quantum effects more efficiently than Earth-life. Moreover, the low surface temperature on Titan will result in minerals largely composed of organic crystals held together by weak hydrogen bonds and van der Waals interactions, different than those on Earth that are stabilized by strong covalent and ionic bonds. We will use molecular simulations to investigate fundamental processes in hydrocarbon mixtures and their interfaces with organic minerals at Titan-like conditions, including electron, proton, and energy transfer. We will additionally connect our results to experiments by predicting reaction kinetics and spectroscopic signatures, which can be measured in laboratory simulations of Titan s chemistry and will aid in identifying surface organics found by planned Titan landers.
The ultimate goal of this work is to identify environments on Titan that are conducive to biochemical processes to aid in the search for non-aqueous life on Titan and other worlds. This work is responsive to the Prebiotic Evolution heading of the Exobiology (C.5) solicitation, which seeks proposals to understand processes that govern the prebiotic evolution of materials necessary for life. This goal also addresses aspects of the Astrobiology Roadmap that seek to determine how life may arise in solvents other than water and how one might identify corresponding bio-signatures. Our end product will be a molecular-scale foundation for understanding fundamental biochemical processes in cryogenic, non-aqueous liquids that will help guide the search for weird life and prebiotic chemistry in the universe." | <urn:uuid:bee5c7de-d803-447b-8c42-e6eb8e5941fd> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://chem.rutgers.edu/news-events/past-news/2019-news/1498-remsing-group-receives-nasa-funding-2 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.921741 | 861 | 3.40625 | 3 |
Simon and Garfunkel [and later, The Bangles] had it right. Winter light is hazy - it's more diffuse. The sun is lower in the sky and the sun's rays reach the Earth at an angle, losing much of their power. And of course, there's less sunlight during each 24-hour day of winter than during the rest of the year.
All these facts make it more important during winter to ensure you're getting your daily dose of sunlight. Humans depend on sun exposure to satisfy daily requirements of vitamin D. Vitamin D deficiency is classically associated with loss of bone mass, and is also associated with rheumatoid arthritis, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and type 1 diabetes.
Humans need sunshine. It's not just a matter of aesthetics or a personality quirk like being a sun-worshipper. In Southern California and the rest of the Southwest there's plenty of sunshine all year round. Everywhere else in the United States, though, direct sunlight is much harder to find.
Humans also need exercise. And, as time is a precious commodity for all of us, it makes sense during winter to exercise and get your daily dose of sunlight at the same time.
Doing aerobic exercise outdoors perfectly fulfills our requirements. Walking, running, and cycling get us out into the fresh air and sunshine. If you're used to riding a stationary bike or walking or running on a treadmill at home or at the gym, winter is the time to take it outside.
Your bones will benefit greatly by increased contact with direct sunlight. And, interestingly, your entire body will benefit from your new outdoors focus. Machines such as treadmills and stationary bikes are great - they make it easy to exercise. But there's a big difference in terms of overall benefit when you're actually riding a real bike up a real hill or running on a real surface that changes configuration on almost every step.
The difference relates to proprioception - your body's response to physical changes in three-dimensional space. Bottom line - the more overall use you make of your body, the more you'll benefit. Exercising outdoors provides whole-body training in ways machines never can.
The need to actively seek out sunshine during winter creates a wonderful opportunity to broaden our exercise horizons. Make sure to dress appropriately and to wear UV-protecting sunglasses.
Many affordable brands of high-performance sportswear are available that wick moisture away from your skin and provide good insulation. Layering is the way to go. You can remove layers as you get warmer. Wicking-and-insulating caps and gloves are also available. It's better to be a little too warm than a little too cold.
Be sure to consult with your chiropractor about the most effective forms of exercise for you. She will be able to help you design a customized exercise program that works for you.
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2Mohr SB, et al:The association between ultraviolet B irradiance, vitamin D status and incidence rates of type 1 diabetes in 51 regions worldwide. Diabetologia 51(8):1391-1398, 2008
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Sun Yat-sen (1866–1925) was the founding father of the Republic of China. The first provisional president of the Republic of China, Sun was a Chinese medical doctor, writer, philosopher, Georgist, calligrapher, and revolutionary. As the foremost pioneer and first leader of a Republican China, Sun is referred to as the "Father of the Nation" in the Republic of China (ROC) and the "forerunner of democratic revolution" in the People's Republic of China (PRC). Sun played an instrumental role in the overthrow of the Qing dynasty (the last imperial dynasty of China) during the years leading up to the Xinhai Revolution. He was appointed to serve as Provisional President of the Republic of China when it was founded in 1912. He later co-founded the Kuomintang (Nationalist Party of China), serving as its first leader. Sun was a uniting figure in post-Imperial China, and he remains unique among 20th-century Chinese politicians for being widely revered amongst the people from both sides of the Taiwan Strait.
Bust of Sun Yat-sen left. The 38th year of the Republic and the state name (Republic of China) above.
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Meaning of profit
Profit is defined as the reward for taking the risk and doing investments in the business. It is the surplus amount that a business earns overall its costs and expenses. It is simply the difference between the total sales of the business and its total cost. Profit is the motivating factor for every business to continue its operations.
Earning profit is the ultimate aim for every business as it affects its growth and survival in the market. If a business is not able to generate profit then it will ultimately discontinue its operations. Profit is termed as the basis for measuring business efficiency and success. The businesses earning large profits are termed as the most efficient and successful in the market.
Every business aims to earn more and more profit by increasing its sales and minimising its cost. Good profit earning business has a better image in the market and can easily attract funds from investors, banks, shareholder.
There are basically three types of profits which are analysed for measuring the success of every business- Gross profit, Net profit and operating profit. Gross profit is the profit earned after deducting direct expenses from the Net sales of business. Operating profit is the profit earned after deducting indirect expenses from the Gross profit of the business, whereas Net profit refers to profit arrived after deducting all expenses like taxes and interest from operating profit of the business. The role and importance of profit for every business can be well understood from the following points given below.
Role of profit in business
Essential for Survival
Profit is essential for every business for its survival and growth. Businesses exist and carry on its operations with a view to earning the profit. If a business is not earning sufficient margin over its cost by selling its products then it will lead to losses for the business, ultimately forcing it to discontinue its operations. Therefore, profit is the ultimate aim for which business exists and is important for its survival.
Reward for Shareholder
Shareholders get a reward in the form of dividend for investing their money. These dividends to shareholders are paid out of profit earned by the companies. Higher profit will lead to the declaration of a higher dividend to shareholders by the company. Whereas if a company is not earning enough profit or generating losses then it will be not declared any dividend for its shareholders.
Helps in Hiring Better Employees
Better employees help the business in maximizing their productivity and overall efficiency. High skilled employees expect higher return in the form of remuneration from its employers. If a business is able to generate higher and sufficient profit then it can easily hire and pay these high skilled employees. On the other hand, if the business is not earning enough funds it will definitely hire cheap and low skilled employees.
Affects Business Market Value
Profit has a direct influence on the market value of the business. Stock prices of profit earning companies automatically goes up due to their profit-earning capacity. Everyone is willing to invest in the stock of high profit-generating companies with a view to earn large dividends. This increases the overall market value of the business and sets a positive image in front of all.
Affects the Ability to Borrow
Business generating adequate profit have a better ability to borrow funds. They can easily borrow funds anytime in market from different lenders available. Profit of the company determines its ability to pay back the borrowed sum of money. Lenders look at profit of business to analyse their payback ability. They won’t lend any amount to non-generating business.
Measures Management Effectiveness
Profit helps in measuring the efficiency and effectiveness of management in business. Amount of profit earned by business clearly depicts the efficiency of its management team. If a management is working effectively then the overall cost of businesses will be minimised increasing its productivity and return. Whereas, if management is inefficient in managing the business affairs then it will have adverse effect on its productivity and cost of operation.
Profit generating business have a better and positive image in the market. Every investor looks at the profit earning ability of business while doing any investment or lending money. High profit means that a business will be able to provide better returns over its investments to its investors. This attracts a large no. of investors who are always willing to invest their money in these profit-generating companies. | <urn:uuid:a064116f-d645-4ad3-b6a4-63190eb3e13a> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://commercemates.com/role-of-profit-in-business/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.966771 | 865 | 3.0625 | 3 |
Illustrations by Gary Yankovich
Artificial intelligence is often imagined as a foil to human life. How do the astronauts in 2001: A Space Odyssey proceed when their ship’s operating system turns against them? What happens when Ava in Ex Machina defeats her creator and escapes into the world?
These popular depictions of sentience thrive on the tension between humans and our seemingly ungovernable inventions. But while these existential narratives captivate our present, it is science fiction’s less discussed moments that illuminate the future.
AI as Advisor, Instead of Decider
Rather than giving AI an adversarial role, the most magnetic storylines — and those which inform the human-AI systems deployed at Cresta — place AI in an advisory role.
In Asimov’s fictional world, scientists in Foundation map out the future using mathematical probabilities. As AI, behind the veil, is no more than a long series of mathematical computations, you can imagine this capability as an AI fortune-teller with uncanny accuracy.
But what is most striking about Asimov’s story lies not in the prophetic technology, but that the ultimate decision power of what to do in light of the technology’s truths rests with humanity. AI can tell you that the empire is going to collapse, but it is up to humans to decide how to proceed.
Similarly at Cresta, AI serves as an advisor, instead of a decider. Our product injects confidence and empathy into every conversation across a contact center. At each of the millions of natural language messages streaming in every day, agents are given suggestions of what an expert might say next. Our AI models (fine-tuned on BERT and GPT-2) generate paths a conversation can take and highlight those promising optimal conversion and customer satisfaction. Human agents, armed with realtime expertise, are empowered to shape the conversation on their own terms.
Simplifying the State of the World
The vision of “AI as advisor” has prompted us to rethink every human touchpoint in our machine learning pipeline. From data annotation to qualitative analysis, manual tasks can be open-ended and costly. How can we simplify the state of the world before it reaches human eyes?
To accelerate data annotation, our Dynamic Labeling system takes advantage of AI as an advisor. Annotators first input a few examples of a label. Then, our model searches tens of thousands of chats to find semantically similar messages, which the human annotator can accept or reject.
Instead of painstakingly hunting down examples in a chaotic chatspace, annotators can find a handful and let AI bubble up the rest. While the model suggests what to label, the annotator decides how to label.
Chatspace Clustering is another step in our modeling pipeline benefiting from AI’s advisory role. Out of a customer’s millions of chats, which are the most important to look at? Where are the most salient examples of agent expertise; what are the most common reasons visitors chat in?
To answer these questions, we use unsupervised learning to initially structure a customer’s chatspace. The state of the world is reduced from a million to a few hundred key chats, achieved without any human effort and presented to a conversation analyst, who can understand the chatspace by only looking at select representative chats. AI organizes the world, and humans makes sense of it.
AI’s recurring advisory role recalls another seminal piece of science fiction. In Dune, Mentats are cognitively advanced humans who can perform computer-like calculations. As artificial intelligence is merely a stream of computations stretching to infinity, Mentats bear the closest resemblance to AI in Herbert’s world. With their talent of finding insights from large amounts of data, they serve as political advisors to the ruling class — inspiring the consultative role of Cresta’s AI in production today.
Tomorrow’s Human-AI Systems
You might be wondering: if AI knows what an expert would do, why can’t it just be the decider and send the “correct” message automatically? The answer is that it can and it should. In certain contexts, such as collecting customer information, processing payment details, and troubleshooting common problems, AI falls more naturally into a decider role. These ritualistic tasks are ripe for automation, and abstracting them away allows agents to focus on the more personal elements of human interaction.
In other contexts, AI shines best in an advisory role. Scenarios inviting empathy and ambiguity — human conversation, roadmaps for the future, saving the galactic empire — are better suited for a complementary relationship. It’s not because AI isn’t smart enough. As algorithms advance and compute power multiplies, it’ll likely be the “smartest” one in the room. But even in a world without AI, many decisions rarely benefit from being made by one smart person in isolation — choices are enriched by advice, research, reflection, collaboration.
If we ask the scientists in Foundation about the human-AI systems of tomorrow, they might say AI will advise us, astound us, and animate thousands of characters in the writerly imagination — but at the end of the day, AI will do its best work when the “main character” energy belongs to its users.
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Some minerals/metals are considered essential. However, toxic heavy metals can cause severe health problems.
CTLA provides essential mineral testing of the sixteen known major and trace minerals the body needs for optimum functioning. Our ICP Mineral Assay testing obtains all the information required for your food or supplements’ nutrition label.
We also test for heavy metals to ensure your food, supplement, or cosmetic meets the requirements of the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Depending on agricultural growing and processing conditions, manufacturing, and environmental contaminants (past or current), your product may be subject to high levels of harmful metal exposure. Conducting heavy metal testing results in increased customer confidence and loyalty while avoiding expensive recalls.
CTLA Lab Tests
Using Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) testing, we decompose samples into their basic elements. Our test results detect all major and trace minerals required for good nutrition.
In the United States, the Food and Nutrition Board of the Institute of Medicine sets the daily Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA). RDA is based on age and gender and set to meet the dietary nutritional needs of 97.5% of all healthy individuals.
- Calcium is required strong bones and teeth, vascular blood pumping, muscle functioning, neurotransmission, hormone secretion, and inter-cell signaling. The RDA is 1,000 mg except for children ages 9-18 should get 1,300 mg and the elderly over 71 years old, 1,200 mg.
- Chloride is needed to keep body fluids in proper balance and is essential in stomach digestion. The RDA for ages 9-50 is 2.3 grams daily. Those younger or older should get less than 2.0 grams daily.
- Magnesium is a cofactor in over 300 enzyme systems. Magnesium helps regulate muscle and nerve function, protein synthesis, blood pressure, and blood glucose and is necessary for the energy production of Adenosine triphosphate (ATP). The RDA for males over 14 years is roughly 400 mg daily whereas females require less than 360 mg daily.
- Phosphorus plays key roles in intercellular ATP energy storage, gene transcription, normalization of pH in extracellular fluids, and activation of enzymes. It is a major component of teeth and bones. The RDA for children ages 9-18 is 1.25 grams daily. Younger children require less than 500 mg and people over 19 years, 700 mg.
- Potassium is responsible for maintaining intercellular fluid volume and moving nutrients across cell membranes. The RDA for adult males is 3.4 grams daily while adult females require 2.6 grams.
- Sodium helps keep electrolytes and intercellular fluids balanced and is important for proper nerve and muscle functioning. The RDA is less than 2.3 grams per day.
- Sulfur protects cells from damage, builds and repairs DNA, metabolizes food, contributes to skin, ligament, and tendon health. There is no RDA for sulfur.
- Chromium may play a role in carb, fat, and protein metabolism. The RDA is less than 35 mcg daily.
- Copper is involved in iron metabolism, energy production, neuropeptide activation, and neurotransmitter and connective tissue synthesis. The RDA is higher for pregnant or lactating women at 1.3 mg daily. For all other adults, the RDA is 0.9 mg daily.
- Fluoride stimulates new bone growth and protects teeth. The RDA for adult males is 4 mg daily and for females, 3 mg.
- Iodine influences metabolic activity, protein synthesis, and is an essential part of thyroid hormones. The RDA for adults is 150 mcg daily.
- Iron is responsible for transferring oxygen from the lungs to muscle tissue. Iron supports connective tissue, muscle metabolism, physical growth, cellular functioning, and neurological development. The RDA for adult women is 18 mg daily, pregnant women 27 mg, post-menopausal women, 8 mg. The RDA is 8 mg for males.
- Manganese is a cofactor for numerous enzymes responsible for carbohydrate, glucose, protein, and cholesterol metabolism, immune response, reproduction, and bone formation. The RDA for adult males is 2.3 mg and for adult females 1.8 mg.
- Molybdenum is a cofactor enzyme responsible for metabolizing sulfur-containing amino acids and other compounds responsible for metabolizing toxins and drugs. The RDA for adults is 45 mcg.
- Selenium plays a critical role in DNA synthesis, thyroid hormone metabolism, reproduction, and infection and oxidative damage protection. The RDA for both males and females over 14 years is 55 mcg.
- Zinc boosts the immune system and plays critical roles in protein and DNA synthesis, cell division, and wound healing. The RDA for most adults is 11 mg.
Types of Heavy Metal Tests
The levels of heavy metal in your food, supplement, or cosmetic must meet FDA guidelines to be determined safe for public use and prevent heavy metal toxicity. Heavy metals are any high-density metallic element that is toxic in low concentrations. The heavy metals tested at CTLA include:
- Arsenic contamination can come from volcanic eruptions, fracking, mining, coal-burning power plants, and arsenic-treated lumber or pesticides. Long-term exposure to arsenic is linked to various cancers. Short term exposure can cause numbing or tingling sensations in the hands and feet, nausea, vomiting, and bruising. The maximum amount of arsenic in drinking water and apple juice is set by the FDA at 10 parts per billion (ppb) and for infant rice cereal, 100 ppb.
- Cadmium is used in steel protective plating, to stabilize PVC, pigmentation in plastics and glass, and batteries. Ingesting cadmium may damage the kidney, liver, bones, cardiovascular and immune systems, and testes. The FDA has set the maximum cadmium content in food coloring to 15 parts per million (ppm).
- Lead: Over the years lead has been used in paint, plumbing, and gasoline. Most intentional use of lead in the US is now banned, but it can still be found in the soil or leached from past industrial uses. Lead poisoning is especially damaging to the developing brain and nervous system of infants, fetuses, and young children. The FDA set the maximum daily intake of lead at 3 mcg for children and 12.5 mcg for adults.
- Mercury is used in fluorescent lamps, medicine, the production of other chemicals, float valves, and liquid mirrors. Elemental or inorganic mercury can combine with carbon to become organic mercury.
Levels of organic mercury build in the aquatic food chain and can be consumed by eating fish or shellfish. Inorganic mercury is in the soil, air, and water and can contaminate crops. Consuming inorganic or organic mercury or applying inorganic mercury in cosmetics can cause neurological and kidney damage, skin rashes, and fetal developmental abnormalities.
The safety standard reference dose for organic mercury developed by the US National Research Council/Institute of Medicine is 0.1 mcg/kg body weight per day.
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CTLA is ready to serve your every laboratory need for the safety and nutritional labeling of all food, supplements, and cosmetic products. Contact us today.
(CTLA is not a testing facility designed to perform medical testing. Please, do not send us a blood or urine sample. We do not perform blood or urine tests looking for lead exposure, lead poisoning, nor the need for chelation therapy.)
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Growing up, my parents didn’t care much about making piano practice fun. Learning the piano basically became a daily chore. Unfortunately, I’m not nearly as good at playing the piano as I could have been if I had taken a serious interest and kept up with my lessons. I stopped playing as soon as they would let me and didn’t touch a piano again until I was 47 years old.
I understand that there are a lot of benefits associated with learning to play the piano. Not only does it benefit the mind but it can have a significant impact on a child’s education and their future career aspects. I knew that I wanted my daughter to learn to play the instrument, but I didn’t want her to hate practicing piano like I did.
That’s when I decided I would do my best to make piano practice with her a fun experience. One that she would look forward to when the time came.
How To Add Fun To Your Piano Practice
It’s been a few years now and I can safely say that she loves the piano. I tried many techniques that failed and found a few that really worked. These techniques aren’t guaranteed to work for everyone. But, I want to share with you how I make piano practice fun for my daughter.
The best part is that these techniques can work for adults as well.
1. Forget The Hours Long Lessons
Traditional, long piano lessons are a relic of the past that has been shown to actually harm productivity. Some teachers prefer lessons that are between 90 and 120 minutes. Then there are teachers who can push a lesson for several hours. Long ago, a particular student may have received lessons until it was nighttime and then awoke the next day to continue learning. All of these sessions are simply too long and tedious for the average kid.
A study has shown that adults work efficiently for roughly 1 hour and then productivity begins to diminish. That means you should set a maximum time limit of 1 hour for a lesson. However, 1 hour is still far too long for most kids. Depending on their age and interest, it’s best to start with lessons between 10 and 20 minutes. You can then gradually increase the length based on their interest.
Personally, our piano teacher began lessons with my daughter that were a total of 30 minutes with frequent small breaks. He would move on to another activity as soon as he noticed she wasn’t interested or having fun.
Over time, the piano held her interest for longer and longer. Our lessons are now typically around 45 minutes to an hour unless she is practicing for something important.
2. Incorporate Games
My mother would have scowled at me if I had asked to play a game on the piano while practicing. Luckily, we don’t have to use the same boring methods that our parents used. The reality is that kids love to play games. Games are fun and if you want piano practice to be fun, then you need to incorporate games.
There’s a misconception that learning and playing games are mutually exclusive activities. But a fun activity with specific rules, educational value, and some reward is a great combination of these two ideas. Schools are already using games as teaching tools in many different classes. It’s time to start using them for piano lessons as well.
Games don’t need to be complicated to be fun. If you’re like me and lack the creative genius needed to create your own games, then you can turn to the internet. There are plenty of piano-oriented games you can find online or you can adjust various other games to work with a piano.
3. Learn Popular Songs
Most kids these days aren’t listening to Mozart or Beethoven on a daily basis. They are listening to Adele, Ariana Grande, or whoever else is playing on the radio at the moment. These are the popular songs that they are interested in and they would often prefer to play them instead of the classics. There’s no denying that the classics have their place, but they aren’t usually fun or relevant. You might find that your kid is a bit reluctant to spend hours learning a song they don’t even like.
Meanwhile, if you begin teaching them a popular song that they are interested in, they’ll have more fun learning and feel more motivated. They will be eager to master the song so that they can show off their own rendition of “Rolling in the Deep”.
This same idea applies to adults as well. I began to gain a new interest in playing the piano as I studied popular songs with my daughter. The thought of being able to play a well-known song at a wedding or party was exciting. I could play them an hour of Mozart without anyone knowing the name of a single composition. But within the first few seconds of an Michael Buble song, everyone has recognized the music and is paying attention.
Most modern songs don’t contain a lot of piano music. Converting these songs can also be a fun and engaging challenge. But if you’re not up to it, then you can always search online for piano covers. There are already so many great piano players around the world and many of them spend time creating covers for popular songs. They often include sheet music and tutorials as well.
Find What Works For You
Obviously, no two kids are entirely the same. Your kid may absolutely love playing Beethoven or they may prefer to study for hours on end. Finding a way to make piano fun and appealing will require understanding what your kid really enjoys. The above techniques are what worked for me and my daughter. They can also be easily adjusted and improved.
Communication is also a great tool to use. Find out if your kid is having fun as they learn to play the piano. If not, then maybe they have some ideas of their own to spruce up the practice. A kid who is having fun is more likely to stick with the practice and improve over time.
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Definition of a Business Park: Understanding the Concept and Purpose
A business park is a specialized type of commercial real estate development that is designed to provide a centralized location for businesses of various sizes and industries to operate. These parks are typically comprised of a collection of office buildings, warehouse spaces, and amenities such as restaurants, retail shops, and parking facilities. Unlike traditional urban centers or industrial areas, business parks are carefully planned and organized to create an environment that fosters productivity, collaboration, and efficiency.
The concept of a business park originated in the late 20th century as a response to the changing needs of modern businesses. With advancements in technology and transportation, companies were no longer confined to locating in city centers or industrial zones. Instead, organizations sought out locations that offered ample space, accessibility to major highways or transportation hubs, and a desirable environment for employees. Business parks were developed to meet these requirements, offering an attractive alternative to traditional office spaces.
The primary purpose of a business park is to provide a functional and convenient setting for businesses to thrive. By centralizing a diverse range of companies within a single development, business parks promote networking, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas. Additionally, these parks often feature modern infrastructure and amenities, such as high-speed internet connectivity, conference facilities, recreational areas, and green spaces. All of these factors contribute to creating a conducive environment for businesses to grow and prosper.
Key Features of a Business Park: Facilities and Infrastructure Overview
1. Comprehensive Amenities: One of the primary features of a business park is the availability of comprehensive amenities. This includes high-quality office spaces equipped with modern facilities such as meeting rooms, conference halls, and breakout areas. Business parks often offer a range of recreational amenities to promote work-life balance, such as gyms, sports facilities, cafes, and restaurants. The presence of these amenities enhances the overall quality of the workplace and contributes to employee satisfaction and productivity.
2. Advanced Infrastructure: Business parks boast advanced infrastructure to meet the evolving needs of businesses. These developments have state-of-the-art telecommunications and IT systems, ensuring high-speed internet connectivity and uninterrupted communication channels. Additionally, business parks are equipped with reliable power supply, backup generators, and efficient waste management systems. The presence of robust infrastructure eliminates concerns related to connectivity and allows businesses to focus on their core operations.
3. Strategic Location: Another key feature of a business park is its strategic location. These developments are often situated in close proximity to major transportation hubs, making them easily accessible for employees, clients, and suppliers. Moreover, business parks are strategically located near residential areas, commercial districts, and retail centers. This optimal location enables businesses to tap into a wider talent pool, attract customers, and enjoy synergies with neighboring industries.
4. Sustainable Design: Sustainability is a growing concern for businesses, and many business parks emphasize environmental-friendly design principles. These developments incorporate energy-efficient systems, green building practices, and open green spaces. By adopting sustainable measures, business parks aim to reduce their carbon footprint, enhance the well-being of employees, and contribute to a greener future. This sustainable design not only saves costs in the long run but also creates a positive image for businesses operating within the park.
5. Security and Safety Measures: Business parks prioritize the safety and security of their occupants. They invest in robust security systems, including access control, surveillance cameras, and security personnel. Additionally, business parks often have fire safety and emergency response mechanisms in place, ensuring the well-being of employees and protecting valuable assets. This focus on security instills confidence in businesses, employees, and stakeholders, creating a conducive and secure environment for operations.
The key benefits of a business park include the availability of key facilities and infrastructure, making it a desirable option for commercial property development. From comprehensive amenities and advanced infrastructure to strategic locations and sustainable designs, business parks provide the necessary ingredients for businesses to thrive and succeed. Additionally, the emphasis on security and safety measures ensures the well-being and protection of the workforce. As the demand for office spaces continues to evolve, business parks remain a desirable option for businesses looking for an integrated and well-equipped workspace.
Benefits for Businesses: Examining the Advantages of Locating in a Business Park
- Cost savings: One of the primary benefits for businesses in locating in a business park is the potential for cost savings. Business parks often offer more affordable lease rates and maintenance costs compared to standalone buildings. Additionally, businesses in a business park can enjoy shared resources, such as parking lots, utilities, and common areas, which can help reduce expenses.
- Networking opportunities: Locating in a business park provides businesses with the opportunity to network and collaborate with other companies in close proximity. This can lead to valuable partnerships, referrals, and knowledge-sharing, which can ultimately result in increased business opportunities and growth.
- A professional image: Business parks typically have well-maintained landscaping, modern architecture, and professional signage, all of which contribute to a positive and professional image for businesses. This can help enhance a company’s reputation and attract customers, clients, and investors.
- Access to amenities: Many business parks offer a range of amenities and services to enhance the working environment. These may include on-site cafes, fitness centers, conference facilities, childcare services, and green spaces. Having access to these amenities can improve employee satisfaction and productivity, as well as attract top talent.
- Security and safety: Business parks often have robust security measures in place, such as controlled access points, security patrols, and CCTV surveillance. This can provide businesses with a higher level of security compared to standalone buildings, giving them peace of mind and protecting their assets.
- Infrastructure and technology: Business parks are often equipped with advanced infrastructure and technology, including high-speed internet connectivity, fiber-optic networks, and modern telecommunications systems. This can support businesses in staying connected, improving communication, and utilizing cutting-edge technologies to enhance their operations.
- Convenient location: Business parks are strategically located, often near major highways, airports, and public transportation hubs. This makes them easily accessible for employees, clients, and suppliers, reducing commute times and improving logistics. A convenient location can also make a business park an attractive destination for visitors, conferences, and events.
- Flexible space options: Business parks offer businesses a range of flexible space options, such as customizable office layouts, shared workspaces, and expansion opportunities. This allows businesses to adapt and scale their operations as needed, accommodating their changing requirements and future growth plans.
Types of Businesses in Business Parks: Exploring the Variety of Commercial Real Estate Developments
Business parks are designated areas that provide an ideal environment for various types of businesses to operate. These commercial real estate developments are usually located on the outskirts of urban areas, offering a range of amenities and facilities that cater to the needs of businesses. In this article, we will explore the different types of businesses that can be found in business parks and the benefits they offer.
One of the most common types of businesses found in business parks are office spaces. These spaces are designed to accommodate the needs of professional service providers such as law firms, accounting firms, advertising agencies, and technology companies. Office spaces in business parks often feature modern infrastructure, high-speed internet connectivity, and state-of-the-art facilities to enhance productivity and collaboration.
Manufacturing and Industrial Units:
Another vital component of business parks is the presence of manufacturing and industrial units. These units are typically occupied by companies involved in the production of goods and materials. The business parks provide ample space for large-scale manufacturing operations, along with easy access to transportation infrastructure and logistics support. Examples of businesses in this category include automotive factories, electronics manufacturing plants, and food processing units.
Research and Development Facilities:
Business parks often house research and development (R&D) facilities, designed to foster innovation and technological advancement. These facilities are occupied by companies involved in scientific research, product development, and experimentation. Business parks provide an ideal setting for R&D companies by offering a collaborative environment, access to academic institutions, and a cluster of like-minded businesses. Pharmaceutical companies, technology firms, and engineering companies are often found in this category.
Retail Outlets and Showrooms:
Many business parks include retail outlets and showrooms, allowing businesses in the retail sector to tap into the potential customer base within the park and the surrounding areas. These outlets may be in the form of dedicated retail spaces or showrooms for businesses showcasing their products or services. For example, a business park may have a furniture showroom, a car dealership, or a home improvement store. These outlets benefit from the foot traffic generated by other businesses within the park.
Hospitality and Entertainment:
Some business parks are developed with a focus on providing comprehensive services to businesses and their employees. These parks may include hotels, conference centers, restaurants, and recreational facilities. The presence of such amenities adds value to the business park by providing convenience and entertainment options for employees and visitors. This category of businesses includes hotels, restaurants, spas, fitness centers, and entertainment venues.
Finally, business parks provide a wide variety of commercial real estate developments that satisfy the diverse needs of businesses across a wide array of industries. From office spaces to manufacturing units, research facilities to retail outlets, and hospitality services to entertainment options, these parks provide a conducive environment for businesses to thrive. Whether it’s a multinational corporation or a start-up company, a business park offers the necessary infrastructure, amenities, and support to foster growth and success.
Future Trends and Challenges: Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Business Parks
The future trends and challenges in navigating the evolving landscape of business parks are closely linked to the concept and development of business parks themselves. A business park is an area or complex that is specifically designed and developed for commercial purposes, usually comprising a variety of office spaces, retail outlets, and industrial facilities. These commercial real estate developments are created to attract and accommodate businesses of all sizes and industries, providing them with a convenient and efficient environment to operate in.
One of the future trends in business parks is the increasing emphasis on sustainability and green practices. As the global awareness of environmental issues continues to grow, businesses and developers are recognizing the importance of incorporating sustainable design and practices into business park developments. This includes incorporating renewable energy sources, implementing energy-saving technologies, and creating green spaces within the park to enhance the overall well-being of the workforce.
Another trend in business parks is the integration of technology and innovation. With the rapid advancement of technology, businesses are becoming increasingly reliant on digital infrastructure and connectivity. Therefore, business parks are evolving by incorporating advanced technological features such as high-speed internet, smart building systems, and innovative communication platforms. These advancements not only enhance the efficiency and productivity of businesses operating within the park but also attract tech-savvy companies looking for state-of-the-art facilities.
However, alongside these future trends, there are also challenges to navigate in the evolving landscape of business parks. One such challenge is the need to adapt to changing market demands. As industries and businesses evolve, their space requirements and preferences may change. Business parks must be flexible and adaptable to accommodate these changing needs and ensure ongoing demand for their spaces. This may involve the redevelopment or repositioning of existing spaces within the park to meet the requirements of emerging industries or the needs of existing tenants.
Moreover, competition is another challenge that business parks face. With an increase in the development of commercial real estate and the growing demand for modern, well-equipped spaces, business parks need to differentiate themselves to attract tenants. This can be achieved through offering unique amenities, providing a vibrant and attractive environment, and creating a strong sense of community within the park. By staying ahead of the competition and continually evolving and improving their offerings, business parks can maintain their appeal and ensure a consistent flow of tenants.
Therefore, the future trends and challenges of navigating the evolving business park landscape are closely related to the concept and development of commercial real estate projects. By embracing sustainability and technology, and by staying adaptable and competitive, business parks can continue to thrive and provide a conducive environment for businesses to grow and succeed.
Finally, a business park provides a range of amenities and facilities that are suitable for a wide variety of businesses in a well-defined commercial real estate development. With its strategic location, modern infrastructure, and a wide array of commercial services, it makes an ideal environment for entrepreneurs and professionals to thrive. Business parks foster collaboration, networking, and growth opportunities that contribute to the overall success of businesses. By being a part of a business park, individuals and companies can reap the benefits of a flourishing community, access to resources, and potential partnerships. So, take a positive step towards your business’s future by considering a business park as your next venture location, knowing that it can provide the ideal setting for growth, innovation, and success.
- What is a business park?
- A business park is a commercial real estate development that consists of multiple buildings or facilities designed to house various businesses and corporations.
- What are the advantages of locating a business in a business park?
- By locating a business in a business park, companies can benefit from shared amenities, such as restaurants, gyms, and conference facilities, as well as a professional and conducive working environment. Additionally, being part of a business park can enhance networking opportunities and provide a prestigious address.
- Are business parks suitable for startups and small businesses?
- Yes, business parks can be suitable for startups and small businesses due to the flexibility of lease terms and the availability of shared resources, which can help minimize costs and provide a professional image.
- Do business parks offer customizable office spaces?
- Yes, many business parks offer customizable office spaces that businesses can tailor to their specific needs, whether it’s an open-plan layout or separate offices.
- Can businesses in a business park benefit from access to a skilled workforce?
- Yes, business parks often attract a pool of skilled workers due to their convenient locations, professional environments, and proximity to other businesses, making recruitment easier for companies located within the park.
- How can I choose the right business park for my company?
- When choosing a business park, consider factors such as location, amenities, lease terms, accessibility, and the types of businesses already present in the park. Additionally, conducting site visits and seeking recommendations can help make an informed decision.
- Are there any disadvantages of locating a business in a business park?
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Our students follow a full academic program designed to meet state and national accreditation standards. They take courses in science, social science, math, reading, writing, spelling, language arts, literature, communication skills, and computer technology. Students are taught to be proficient in reading and writing in English as well as the country’s official language, and a third language where required by national standards. Students receive instruction in the fine arts, music, poetry, drama, and creative writing.
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Sport and commercial fishing interest groups are concerned about potential impacts double-crested cormorants (Phalacrocorax auritus) may have on fish species. Our objectives for this study were to determine the diet of the cormorant in western Lake Erie and the diet overlap and competition for resources with piscivorous fish, such as walleye (Stizostedion vitreum.) The stomach contents of 302 double-crested cormorants collected in western Lake Erie consisted primarily of young-of-the-year gizzard shad (Dorosoma cepedianum), emerald shiner (Notropis atherinoides,) and freshwater drum (Aplodinotus grunniens). In the spring, freshwater drum were the most frequently occurring food in the stomachs and constituted the greatest portion of the diet by weight. Young gizzard shad became the most abundant prey and made up the largest percentage of the diet by weight in the stomachs from the end of July through October. Emerald shiners were abundant in the diet during June, September, and October. The fish species that cormorants ate resembled, by proportion, the species mix found in trawl catches. The diets of cormorants and walleyes were similar from July to October with significant overlap. Results from this study suggest impacts of cormorants at current population levels in Lake Erie are not detrimental to sport and commercial fishing. Therefore, control for the purpose of reducing competition for prey fish with walleye is not warranted at this time. | <urn:uuid:fbbb7979-5851-4edf-9ee7-34ec6d84d439> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/nwrccormorants/8/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.963771 | 331 | 3.25 | 3 |
If You Drink Alcohol Socially, These Tips Ensure Hangover-Free Mornings.
Drinking alcohol in moderation and with food can help ensure safe and responsible consumption during social events. Social drinking can be a fun and enjoyable activity, but it’s crucial to practice safe and responsible drinking habits to avoid negative consequences.
One way to do this is to drink within moderation, which means keeping alcohol intake at a reasonable level. It’s also important to avoid binge drinking and to drink slowly to allow the body to process the alcohol. Drinking with food can also help slow down alcohol absorption and decrease its effects.
Ultimately, responsible drinking means being aware of one’s limits and avoiding behaviors that could result in harm to oneself or others.
If you’ve ever experienced a hangover after a night of drinking, you know the feeling can be brutal. Headaches, nausea, and fatigue are among the most common symptoms. But what causes hangovers, and how can we avoid them? We’ll explore the science behind hangovers, their symptoms, and how they affect our bodies.
We’ll also delve into the importance of moderation in alcohol consumption to ensure a hangover-free morning. So, grab a drink and let’s dive in!
Hangovers are the body’s way of telling us we’ve had too much to drink. They occur when the body struggles to process the alcohol present in our drinks. Alcohol is a diuretic, meaning it causes us to urinate more frequently, leading to dehydration.
Dehydration is a significant contributor to many of the symptoms associated with hangovers, including headaches, fatigue, and dry mouth.
Other factors that contribute to hangovers include:
- The body’s inability to break down congeners, a byproduct of alcohol fermentation that contributes to nausea and headaches.
- Disrupted sleep patterns, leading to fatigue and difficulty focusing.
- Stomach irritation caused by alcohol can lead to nausea and vomiting.
- Low blood sugar levels as a result of alcohol’s interference with the liver’s ability to regulate glucose production.
The Symptoms Of Hangovers
Hangovers come with a range of unpleasant symptoms, including:
- Headaches and sensitivity to light and sound are the most common symptoms of a hangover.
- Fatigue and weakness can occur due to dehydration, lack of sleep, and alcohol’s impact on blood sugar levels.
- Nausea and vomiting are caused by alcohol’s irritation of the stomach lining.
- Dizziness, lightheadedness, and loss of balance are due to the body’s dehydration.
- Anxiety, irritability, and difficulty concentrating are caused by alcohol’s impact on the brain.
The Importance Of Moderation
The best way to avoid a hangover is to drink in moderation. Moderation means different things to different people, but generally, it means limiting the amount of alcohol you consume.
Here are some tips to help you moderate your alcohol intake:
- Set a limit and stick to it. Plan ahead and decide how much you’ll drink before you start.
- Pace yourself. Sip your drink slowly, and don’t drink on an empty stomach.
- Alternate between alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Drinking water or juice can help you stay hydrated and reduce your alcohol intake.
- Know your limits. If you’re feeling the effects of alcohol, slow down or stop drinking altogether.
Hangovers can be unpleasant and affect our daily life. By understanding the science behind hangovers and their symptoms, we can take action to prevent them. Drinking in moderation is the key to avoiding hangovers and enjoying a night out with friends.
Remember, always prioritize your health and well-being, and happy drinking!
Are you tired of waking up with a splitting headache and feeling nauseous after a night of drinking? Hangovers can be unpleasant and make it difficult to function the next day. Luckily, there are hangover-free drinks that can help you avoid these unpleasant symptoms.
Introducing Hangover-Free Drinks
Hangover-free drinks are beverages that can help you reduce the likelihood of experiencing the symptoms of a hangover the following morning. These drinks contain ingredients that aid in hydrating the body, flushing out toxins, and stabilizing blood sugar levels. Incorporating these drinks into your night out can help minimize the severity of your hangover and keep you feeling fresh the next day.
Tips On Choosing The Right Hangover-Free Drinks
Here are some tips that can help you choose the right hangover-free drinks to keep you feeling your best:
- Look for hydrating drinks. Alcohol can dehydrate the body, which can lead to headaches and fatigue. Opt for drinks that contain high amounts of electrolytes, such as coconut water, sports drinks, or alkaline water.
- Choose drinks with antioxidants. Alcohol causes oxidative stress on the body, which can damage cells and lead to inflammation. Select drinks that contain high amounts of antioxidants like green tea, berries, and citrus fruits.
- Incorporate anti-inflammatory drinks. Inflammation can cause headaches, nausea, and body aches, so adding anti-inflammatory drinks to your night out can help prevent these symptoms. Drinks such as ginger tea or turmeric latte can help reduce inflammation in the body and minimize hangover symptoms.
How To Make Hangover-Free Drinks
Making hangover-free drinks is easy and doesn’t require complex recipes. Here are some simple recipes that you can make at home for a healthy and hydrating night out:
- Coconut water and pineapple juice: Mix equal parts of coconut water and pineapple juice. Shake it in a cocktail shaker with ice and strain it into a glass. This drink is refreshing, hydrating, and contains high amounts of electrolytes and antioxidants.
- Green tea and lemonade: Brew a strong cup of green tea and let it cool down. Mix equal parts of green tea and lemonade, and add ice cubes. This drink contains high amounts of antioxidants, helps with hydration, and has a refreshing taste.
- Ginger lemonade: Boil fresh ginger slices for 5-10 minutes and let it cool down. Mix equal parts of ginger water and lemonade, and add ice cubes. This drink has anti-inflammatory properties and can help soothe an upset stomach.
Incorporating hangover-free drinks into your night out can help you avoid the unpleasant symptoms of a hangover and keep you feeling fresh the next day. Remember to choose drinks that are hydrating, contain antioxidants, and have anti-inflammatory properties. With these tips, you can enjoy your night out without worrying about a hangover the next morning.
Eating Habits For Hangover Prevention
If you’re someone who enjoys drinking alcohol socially, you know the struggles that come with a bad hangover. They can be debilitating and annoying, leaving you feeling unproductive and lethargic all day long. However, did you know that the key to preventing a hangover often lies in what you eat?
Discuss The Importance Of Food In Preventing Hangovers.
What you consume before, during, and after drinking can significantly impact how you feel the next morning. Consuming the right foods and avoiding certain ones can prevent or alleviate hangover symptoms. Eating substantial food slows down the body’s absorption of alcohol, leading to a slower and less intense buzz.
Proper nutrition can also help hydrate the body, replace lost nutrients and electrolytes while reducing inflammation responses.
List Healthy Eating Habits That Can Help Avoid Hangovers.
- Before drinking:
- Have a nutritious meal that includes proteins, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, such as a grilled chicken sandwich with avocado and sweet potato wedges.
- Consume foods rich in vitamin c, such as oranges or bell peppers, to reduce oxidative stress that results from alcohol metabolism.
- While drinking:
- Drink plenty of water (one glass for every drink) to stay hydrated and avoid excessive alcohol consumption.
- Eat light snack during drinking, like fruit salad, hummus or popcorn, to slow down the absorption of alcohol into your bloodstream.
- After drinking:
- Consume electrolytes, like coconut water or a sports drink, to replace the fluids and nutrients lost from alcohol consumption.
- Choose a nutrient-dense breakfast the next morning, like an egg and avocado toast or greek yogurt with fruits and nuts, as this can speed up your metabolism and promote quicker recovery.
Eating a balanced diet before, during, and after drinking can significantly reduce hangover symptoms and ensure a productive, hangover-free morning. Stay hydrated by increasing your water intake, pack your menu with nutritious foods rich in vitamins c & b-complex, and snack on low-fat protein-rich food categories to boost your metabolic rate.
Remember, your food choices can impact how you feel the following morning after having a tipple.
You’re ready to learn how to prevent hangovers! One of the most crucial things to do is to stay hydrated. In this section, we will dive deep into the significance of hydration to avoid hangovers. ### explain the importance of hydration in preventing hangovers.
Drinking too much alcohol causes dehydration, and dehydration is one of the primary reasons for experiencing adverse morning-after effects. The more liquor you consume, the more dehydrated you get. This dehydration affects the whole body, including the brain, leading to symptoms such as headaches, nausea, and fatigue.
Therefore, hydrating yourself while drinking alcohol is vital to avoid hangovers and feel refreshed the following day.
Tips On How To Stay Hydrated And The Recommended Amount Of Water To Drink When Consuming Alcohol.
Staying hydrated before, during, and after drinking alcohol is key to prevent hangover symptoms. Here are some tips on how to stay hydrated while enjoying a drink:
- Drink water alongside your alcohol. Having a glass of water in between drinks will not only keep you hydrated but also slow down your alcohol consumption.
- Choose your beverage wisely. Cocktails or mixed drinks are usually high in sugar, which can dehydrate you more quickly than other beverages. Opting for beer or wine with a lower alcohol percentage and fewer additives can keep you hydrated and prevent hangovers.
- Carry a water bottle with you. Even if you are not out partying, carrying a water bottle with you can help you stay hydrated.
- Take a break between drinks. This slows down the alcohol absorption rate in your bloodstream, giving your body time to process and metabolize it.
- Recommended amount of water to drink: Doctors commonly recommend eight glasses of water per day. Additionally, drinking another glass of water for each alcoholic drink you consume, is an excellent way to stay hydrated and avoid hangovers.
Staying hydrated is one of the best ways of reducing the risk of a hangover. Make sure to drink plenty of water before, during, and after consuming alcohol to counteract the dehydrating effect of liquor. This way, you can wake up feeling fresh and energetic the next day.
Rest And Moderation
If You Drink Alcohol Socially, These Tips Ensure Hangover-Free Mornings
Social drinkers often need to maintain their drinking habits to unwind and socialize. The problem arises when they cross their limit and end up with a hangover the next day. Thankfully, it is possible to avoid these unpleasant effects with a little bit of moderation.
We are going to discuss the importance of rest and moderation when consuming alcohol, addressing the consequences of excessive alcohol consumption and encouraging sensible drinking.
Discuss The Importance Of Rest And Moderation When Consuming Alcohol
It’s essential to balance everything in life and drinking is no exception. There are several reasons why moderation and rest are crucial when it comes to social drinking. Let’s take a look at them:
- Alcohol affects your body; it is processed in your liver and can cause your blood sugar level to drop, leading to dehydration, headaches, and fatigue.
- Alcohol dehydrates your body that can cause dry skin, headaches, and dark circles around your eyes. Rest and sleep can help your body recover.
- When you drink too much, the likelihood of a hangover increases. Feeling sick, dizzy, and exhausted can lead to a ruinous morning.
Therefore, it’s crucial to drink in moderation and get enough rest after drinking.
Address The Consequences Of Excessive Alcohol Consumption And Encourage Sensible Drinking
Excessive drinking can have many consequences. It affects your body, your behavior, and even your relationships. Here are a few potential consequences of excessive drinking:
- Impaired judgment, coordination, and memory loss are common effects of excessive drinking and can lead to accidents or other risk-taking behaviors.
- People who drink too much can experience mood swings, anxiety, and depression over time, and even develop alcohol dependence.
So, How Can You Encourage Sensible Drinking?
- Set some ground rules for yourself, like keeping drinks to a minimum, opting for non-alcoholic drinks occasionally, and pacing your drinks with water.
- Avoid drinking on an empty stomach; have a meal before you start drinking to help your body process alcohol more effectively.
- Engage in activities that will limit your drinking, like socializing with non-drinkers or setting a time limit.
It’s vital to maintain a healthy lifestyle while consuming alcohol for a trouble-free experience. Remembering to drink in moderation, drinking with a full stomach, setting ground rules, and getting enough rest are some of the tips to ensure a hangover-free morning.
Frequently Asked Questions For If You Drink Alcohol Socially What Helps Ensure
How Much Is Considered Moderate Drinking?
Moderate drinking for men is 2 standard drinks per day, and for women, it’s 1 standard drink per day. Drinking beyond this limit could lead to the risks of alcohol-associated harms.
How Long Does Alcohol Stay In The Body?
Alcohol stays in the body for about 2 hours after consuming one standard drink. It gets metabolized by the liver and eliminated from the body as urine, sweat, or breath.
Can Alcohol Be Healthy In Moderation?
Studies show that moderate alcohol consumption might have some health benefits, such as reducing the risk of heart disease. However, it’s important to note that the risks associated with alcohol consumption outweigh the benefits.
Is It Safe To Drive After Social Drinking?
No, it’s never a good idea to drink and drive. It impairs your coordination, judgment, and reaction time, which increases the risk of accidents and legal consequences.
What Should We Do To Prevent Alcohol Misuse?
To prevent alcohol misuse, it’s essential to limit the number of standard drinks consumed, set alcohol-free days, drink slowly, avoid drinking when emotional, and alternate alcoholic drinks with non-alcoholic drinks.
Maintaining a healthy balance while drinking alcohol may seem like a challenging task, but it is undoubtedly achievable. The key is to stay aware of the quantity of alcohol you consume, stick to moderate drinking and focus on the quality of the drink.
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Sep 11 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm| Free
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Do you have a bright spark at home who needs a challenge?
Thanks to the Department of Education and Training this engaging STEM workshop is free for all high-ability students and those needing extension in years 3-6 at Victorian government schools. Making Connections is a hands-on exploration of physics and forces where students have time to experiment, theorise and prototype. The ultimate goal of the activity is to create your own chain reaction using everyday forces and objects.
To register your child for this extension activity you will be asked to enter your email and contact details for your childs’ teacher. This is so we can contact them and confirm this activity is suited to the educational needs of your child.
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The latest report titled Melon Production Cost by Procurement Resource, a global procurement research and consulting firm, provides an in-depth cost analysis of the production process of Melon.
Procurement Resource study is based on the latest prices and other economic data available. It also offers additional analysis of the report with detailed breakdown of all cost components (capital investment details, production cost details, economics for another plant location, dynamic cost model). In addition, the report incorporates the production process with detailed process and material flow, capital investment, operating costs along with financial expenses and depreciation charges.
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Procurement Resource’s detailed report describes the stepwise consumption of material and utilities along with a detailed process flow diagram. Furthermore, the study assesses the latest developments within the industry that might influence Melon production cost, looking into capacity expansions, plant turnarounds, mergers, acquisitions, and investments.
Procurement Resource Assessment of Melon Production Process:
- By Agricultural Methods: This report presents the detailed production methodology and cost analysis of Melon industrial production across Melon manufacturing plants. Seeds should be planted about a week to ten days prior to the typical last spring frost. Timing is essential as the soil needs to reach an adequate warmth for melon germination. The plant is highly vulnerable to cold temperatures and frost, necessitating temperatures ranging from approximately 18 to 35 °C. Seeds are initially planted indoors in a protected environment and then transplanted outdoors within three to six days. The fruits can be harvested after a period of seventy-eight to ninety days following germination and transplantation.
Melon is a sweet and refreshing fruit belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family, which includes cucumbers, pumpkins, and squash. This succulent fruit is known for its juicy, aromatic flesh, often found in shades of orange, green, or yellow, depending on the variety. Melons are typically round or oval in shape and have a tough rind or skin covering the soft, sweet interior. They are a good source of vitamins, particularly vitamin C and vitamin A, as well as dietary fiber. Melons are a popular choice for snacking, making smoothies, and incorporating into salads due to their delightful flavor and hydrating properties.
The market for melons is driven by several key factors. Firstly, their reputation as a healthy and refreshing fruit contributes to their popularity among consumers. Melons are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making them a sought-after choice for health-conscious individuals. Additionally, their versatility in various culinary applications, from fruit salads to smoothies, enhances their demand. Melons also benefit from increased consumer interest in exotic and unique fruit varieties, expanding their market reach. Lastly, the global trend towards a more health-conscious lifestyle and dietary choices further boosts the demand for melons, positioning them as a staple in the fruit market.
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After checking the bacteria, doctors do endoscopy of the patient. Endoscopy is a process wherein the internal parts of the body are seen with the help of an endoscope. The endoscope is a thin, flexible tube with the camera on one end. With the help of which the pictures of the inner parts of the body are seen on the computer screen. In the case of peptic ulcer, it is inserted inside the body through the mouth or through anus. It is used only without the unconscious of the patient.
With the help of endoscopy, the following things are checked-
- Look into the stomach and small intestine to examine the ulcer.
- Take a little tissue sample from the digestive system and do her biopsy and see if the cause of the ulcer is bacterial or the symptoms are seen in the patient due to cancer.
- The first signs of ulcer are seen first.
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An ovulation calculator (also known as a fertility days calculator) will help you determine your most fertile days by projecting the day on which you will ovulate. You are most fertile right before and on this day.
Maria is so excited about trying to conceive that she is looking online to see what things might help. She is delighted to find an online ovulation calculator. It is fun, and makes her fertility more real and easy to understand. She is thankful that she has been marking her menstrual cycles on the calendar so she has the information she needs. She just enters a few numbers and like magic she knows what days she is most likely to conceive.
What is an Ovulation Calculator?
- A tool to help you determine when you may ovulate
- Helps you to predict your most fertile days
- Helps you get pregnant
- Most accurate for women with very regular menstrual cycles
Track ovulation using an ovulation calculator. The calculator predicts the day you are most likely to ovulate, which is the day the egg is released from the ovary and is ready to be fertilized.
The calculator helps you predict your most fertile days. The most fertile days are right before and during ovulation.
Get pregnant more quickly. If you do not know when to try, you may miss these fertile days altogether in a cycle, and have to wait for the next month to try again.
Accuracy depends on your having a very regular menstrual cycle. This means that your cycle is always the same length (for example, every 28 days). This is because ovulation usually occurs 14 days before your next menstrual cycle, and this fact is used in the calculation of your most likely fertile days.
Since ovulation isn’t completely predictable, nor are the details of any given cycle, a calculator is really only giving an educated guess. Using other methods at the same time, like observing changes in cervical mucus or using a urine LH stick, can help you be more certain of your fertile days.
Ovulation calculators are available online, so you don’t have to do any calculations yourself. You need to know 2 things (3 for some ovulation calculators. See the note on luteal phase below):
- the length of your menstrual cycle
- the date of the first day of your last menstrual period
Some calculators ask for your average luteal phase. This is the number of days from ovulation to the end of your menstrual cycle (when you begin bleeding again). If you do not know yours, use the average of 14 days for most women. If you have been charting the signs of your fertility for a few months you can count the days of your luteal phase and use the average for you.
Read the article: “How Do I Figure My Luteal Phase For An Ovulation Calculator?”
You can also do the calculations to determine your most fertile days yourself. Online ovulation calculators are convenient, but it is good to know what lies behind the automated calculation. It is the length of your average menstrual cycle (for example 29 days) minus the number of days between ovulation and the start of your next period (for example 14 days).
The ovulation calculator will tell you that you are most likely to ovulate on cycle day 15. If your last period started on the first of the month, that means you may ovulate on the 15th. You are typically fertile for up to 5 days before ovulation and the day of ovulation. Make love during these days to improve your chances of conception.
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Surgery for Adults with Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD)
Increased long-term survival after complex neonatal heart surgery has resulted in a rapidly growing population of adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD).,, This is attributable to several improvements in diagnostic imaging, the advent of prostaglandins, and developments and refinements in surgical technique. In addition, improved perioperative care by dedicated pediatric cardiac anesthesiologists and intensivists have contributed immensely to decreased mortality and morbidity. However, many ACHD patients are subject to progression of their native palliated disease or suffer from sequelae of their childhood repair or require repeat surgical intervention.
Approximately 20% of adults with CHD undergo cardiac surgery in adulthood to treat a combination of congenital and acquired lesions., As such, ACHD surgery is marked by operative complexity coupled with adult-onset comorbidities., These patients may be prone to progression of their native palliated disease or suffer from sequelae of their childhood repair that requires repeat surgical intervention. Surgery for adult congenital cardiac disease poses unique challenges and risks.
Herein, we explore some of the most common ACHD lesions and the variety of surgical approaches that are feasible.
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A) Small businesses survival in competitive markets:
- Product differentiation and USP’s – Smaller businesses may be able to offer a more personal service than bigger business and therefore create brand loyalty. Furthermore, the products that they sell may be unique. This is especially the case in niche markets.
- Flexibility in responding to customer needs – As the business is smaller it is able to respond to changes in customer tastes and fashions. This is in contrast to bigger businesses where poor co-ordination and communication can make it longer for them to react to changes in customer needs and wants.
- Customer service – Smaller businesses are able to offer a more personal service than bigger businesses. This is likely to attract customers to smaller stores rather than larger ones.
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Math & English Training
An initiative by Educait in late 2016 which is aimed at improving the English learning outcomes in Govt.a School. SAAMYA ventures to bridge the Gap in English communication, specifically spoken English skills in Children of Govt. Schools.
Most Govt. Schools have a skewed teacher to student ratio. This gets them to usually neglect children in primary schools which in turn makes the base weak. Also, these schools may or may not have an English teacher. Even if there is a teacher he/she is unable to teach all classes from 1st to 7th standard(Grade). SAAMYA also has constant improvements to pedagogy that is used by its teachers at these schools.
- EDUCAIT through SAAMYA endeavours to have full time co-teaching staff at Govt. Schools who are paid by EDUCAIT. The program is delivered through a standardized, valid, tested and suitable teaching methods which helps in reforming the way education is imparted to children at our partnered schools.
- PShortage of basic infrastructure like Tables, Chairs, Charts, necessary stationery etc. would be fulfilled by Educait at partnered schools to avoid any hindrance for students as well as the teachers.
- The initial focus is set on primary school students as at this stage of learning interventions can be fruitful as well as critical towards quality education.
- Educait will also provide other vital training such as soft skills, public speaking, goal formation and personal effectiveness as Educait deems these skills important in achieving success in life and are usually underrated or overlooked.
Educait shall focus on Adaptive learning and will provide corresponding solutions for it, examples of which are tablet-based platforms that have proven to be a booster in the learning curve of a student.
- This is a continuous evolving project which encompasses various case studies of a “Treatment group” that will be monitored and assessed on various parameters by experts and professionals at Educait. This will include longitudinal studies as well as cohort group studies.
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The arts and crafts movement first emerged during the late Victorian period in the wake of industrialisation. Speaking of the movement’s imminent demise in 1903, the American women’s rights activist, Mary Dennett wrote: “The modern man, who should be a craftsman, but who, in most cases, is compelled by force of circumstances to be a mill operative, has no freedom.” Instead she saw men who were compelled to make whatever the machine dictated. Seeing the potential of technology, Dennett had a vision that if mankind could harness electricity and make it more readily available, then the “emancipation of the craftsman and the unchaining of art” would come naturally.
While technology didn’t emancipate us all from the toils of labour to the extent Dennett imagined, there is now in 2014 a real movement of innovation in small business manufacturing that allows people to swap their jobs in the City for more creative and worthwhile pursuits in tech. Many startups are unlocking the hidden potential of creation found in computer technologies and hardware design typically reserved for larger companies. With this technology becoming cheaper, more readily available and easier to use, the time is right for this movement of small actors to grow.
This is a movement built on an ethos of self-reliance, open-source learning, contemporary design and powerful personal technology like 3D printers and laser cutters. For those brave few it makes it much easier to set up a business and make stuff. The maker movement is a compendium of independent inventors, designers and even some chancers. Incubated in home studios and garages, it is a space where the artisan meets the computer whizz. At heart, it is a community in constant collaboration, seen most prevalently at mass workshops and hands-on events like Maker Faire, a playground for DIY tech enthusiasts.
Movers and shakers
While the maker scene in Silicon Valley is more mature and that of the UK is still in its infancy, we are quite the child prodigy. More entrepreneurs are taking bigger risks, more talent is emerging and Tech City is receiving more investment for the maker community. Fab Lab is just one example of a small-scale workshop allowing individuals to fabricate their own physical and digital products with access to the latest technologies. It began at MIT in 2001 and now has more than 350 spaces around the globe and a growing presence in the UK. In September, Andrew Gregson and Tony Fish took it upon themselves to start Fab Lab London. As Gregson, who is also the director, puts it: “We’re carrying the torch for personal fabrication.”
With the mind-boggling array of tools on offer, Fab Lab London is to tech what Willy Wonka’s factory is to candy. It has robots, quadcopters, homemade laser cutters, a £30,000 laser cutter, milling machines, 3D printers, Arduinos, Raspberry Pis, Intel Galileo boards, sensors and more. And it isn’t just for those who already have the skills to use these technologies; it is open to anybody who wants to make something. “There is a whole range people from different backgrounds who want to use these tools either for personal use or to start a business,” says Gregson.
Fab Lab London already has a few startups interested in working in its space. “These guys know about electronics and how to build some of the hardware but just need a place to do larger scale projects,” says Gregson. The technology is so accessible a child could learn it – and they are. Gregson and his team also work with school children aged 10-15. “Kids want to know what this is all about and Fab Lab gives them a sense of the realms of reality.”
Gregson is an enabler in the best possible sense. He believes this movement is “part of the natural evolution of technology” which is being driven by a combination of things, including the need for change and a real consciousness around sustainability. “Whether it’s the climate, water issues, a lack of food, it has almost come full circle back to the grassroots to try and make positive changes.”
Fab Lab isn’t so much ‘do it yourself’ as ‘do it together’. “There is a whole spirit of collaboration within the maker network and people are always trying to assist each other, whether that’s sharing skills or helping each other out with products,” says Gregson.
Labour of love
The maker movement is headed by innovative individuals seeking a creative outlet or who have grown tired of mass production, monotony and made-in-China labels. Knyttan is a startup pioneering the democratisation of manufacturing, giving people the opportunity to design the things they buy and collect them locally. This “experimental factory of the future” begins operations on November 4 at Somerset House in London. Co-founder Ben Alun-Jones and his team have found a new way of using industrial knitting machines; the same machines used by big names like Burberry Louis Vuitton to make their knitwear. “As the software controlling these machines is very old fashioned and complicated, we’ve gone back to the base level and rewritten it so that the machine can be controlled without any knowledge of how it works.” Designs are created and edited in a web browser, tablet or smartphone, sent automatically to the machine and out comes the customised product.
Instead of workers being dictated to by machines as Mary Dennett saw in her day, ordinary individuals can now tell the machines exactly what they want. Consumers are expecting more personalisation and control with the products they buy and this is exactly what Knyttan provides. “We allow you to control each individual stitch as if were a pixel on a screen, which then forms an algorithmic pattern you can tune to make your jumper louder or more subtle – it’s up to you,” says Alun-Jones.
“There is a movement of people at home playing with things and re-engaging with the idea of making and once it starts to impact on industry things will really change,” he says. “Making use of technology in this way is quite disruptive and the idea of connecting to your product has many possible outcomes.”
While mass production has given many an abundance of clothes and food, it produces an awful lot of waste. “Having a more customised approach and overall a higher quality product is a much more sustainable way to operate,” he says.
The idea of customisation runs through the entire movement. WonderLuk, a 3D-printed jewellery company, is a proud pioneer in the revolution taking place in the fashion industry. 3D printing communities are often perceived to be male dominated but this venture is headed by CEO Roberta Lucca who co-founded WonderLuk with COO Andre Schober in July 2013. Items are one-offs made exclusively for customers in the colour, material and size they want.
“The vast majority of products out there are mass produced – they are everywhere,” says Lucca. This serial entrepreneur started the company in response to so many people asking her where she gets her jewellery from. “I was always on the hunt for very individual accessories.” Having come across 3D printing she saw how it could be applied to custom-made products.
People with a strong sense of individuality want their own designs and their own ideas to be the basis of the items they wear, says Schober. “The appetite for individuality is immense because people are so tired of having to consume what the high street dictates they consume,” he says. “We put a lot of care into our work and quality assurance is something we are very particular about.”
WonderLuk works with various designers. “If they create something really amazing, through us they have a great showcasing platform and an outlet to commercialise,” says Lucca. They key thing with 3D printing is the speed with which you can create things in-house. And as the cost is a fraction of what it used to be, makers can swiftly and cheaply put together a prototype, test it and improve on it.
Lucca’s company has just closed a £150,000 round of seed funding from Symvan Capital. It is now looking into working with metals like gold, titanium and silver. “It is looking really promising and with this funding we are hoping to also expand our network of designers and expand into new markets also,” says Lucca.
Empowerment of individuals and communities is a key theme in the maker movement. Those who take the leap and start their own companies are very happy to have the chance to work in a creative environment that is both innovative and profitable. Silicon Milkroundabout runs regular events designed to match talented people with the thousands of jobs on offer at UK tech startup. A promotional poster for one of their get-togethers read: “Don’t work for the suits – work for a startup.” It wouldn’t be too much of a stretch to imagine a future poster reading: “Don’t work for the suits – join the manufacturing revolution.”
As with all movements, it’s the grassroots that drive the maker movement forward; people like Rachael Howard, founder of Owl and Otter, a maker business run from sunny Brighton. She uses a laser cutter to make clocks, broaches and cutting boards. “We’re really committed to making practical and stylish homeware products and we love embracing new technology,” she says.
As is the norm in this movement, Howard is environmentally conscious. She works with bamboo, which grows at a rate of one meter per day. “It isn’t just sustainable but is lightweight and has a beautiful grain,” she says. Owl and Otter operates in the UK but also ships to Australia, America, Brazil, Mexico and Hong Kong. “It’s a high quality product and I feel proud of that.”
Like WonderLuk, Owl and Otter is part of the growing online community for selling makers’ wares. Etsy is full of outlets using all of the technology in question to make crafty things in a new way. A decade ago this kind of business would not have been possible, but thanks to Etsy – and others like Folksy – it is a wholly viable industry. True to the collaborative nature of the maker movement, Owl and Otter is also part of various local groups in Brighton that work together, offer support, share ideas and help promote each others’ products.
Former charity worker Howard started Owl and Otter in 2012 after being made redundant in the recession. “We wanted to secure our future a little bit more and having a creative outlet was really refreshing,” she says. Following the downturn, people wanted to earn an income and have a bit more control over their lives, she says. “Having access to new technology in the manufacturing process is quite liberating; it means you have much more flexibility and don’t have to be stuck in the traditional nine to five.”
Companies like Owl and Otter will not remain well-kept secrets for long and Howard is a prime – albeit a little belated – example of the kind of emancipation Mary Dennett was talking about more than a century ago. History is littered with examples of science fiction becoming reality and in the era of the maker movement the only limits are those of the individual’s imagination. Where would we be today if, instead of selling us with cars, Henry Ford sold us the means to produce our own? Viva la revolución!
It was whilst working as a teacher in Seoul, South Korea that former security engineer Brian Smith came across an origami rabbit. “I was making these at a pre-school. Pokemon was big at the time and when I created my own version of Pikachu the kids loved it.”
As there was nothing else like this around, Smith started Popagami in 2002 with the aim of bringing the 17th century Japanese paper folding art of origami into the 21st. “Since starting I’ve been putting photographs onto them with programmes like Photoshop and kids can also design their own on the page.”
Realising the potential of modern technology for customer interaction, he has developed an app that makes the process easier. “You can personalise your own designs with photographs or even use it to create a digital 3D avatar in the style of Popagami,” says Smith. “This technology is not too expensive so as a very small basis you can actually produce an awful lot of products very quickly.”
Speaking of the maker movement, Smith says that it is now simpler than ever to connect to people through the various networks and communities and from a garage in West Sussex to go global without relying on bigger players. “It’s quite a powerful thing,” he says.
Popagami also creates children’s books. Keeping to the spirit of collaboration, Smith has created a book of origami puppets for the World Wildlife Federation and is in talks with children’s writers about doing something similar, including Julia Donaldson, author of the popular book, The Gruffalo. “The idea is to make these products more popular with these puppets,” says Smith.
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Raspberries are a kind of “soft” fruit. They are luscious, juicy, and delicious. This sweet fruit comes in various colors—red, purple, black, orange, amber, and even pale yellow, although they are most popular in red.
Because they are very delicious and versatile, we can get tempted into buying more than we can consume at once and then worry about how long the raspberries will last or how to preserve them.
However, with the proper methods, you can preserve them for longer than 2twodays, and we’ll explore those methods in this article.
So, if you’re wondering how best to preserve your raspberries, keep reading!
Check out the table below for a brief overview of how long raspberries last under different storage conditions.
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|Processed/Cooked||6 months||2–3 days||1–2 days|
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What Affects the Shelf Life of Raspberries?
There are several pre- and post-harvest factors that can shorten or extend the shelf life of these berries.
For example, suppose the berries have been exposed to extreme weather conditions or pest infestations before harvesting. In that case, they naturally will not hold up for longer than a few hours or a day after harvesting.
Other factors that can affect the shelf life of this fruit include the following:
Fully ripe raspberries will have a shorter shelf life than those that are unripe.
This is because the ripe ones are softer and more fragile, making them more susceptible to damage and spoilage.
Improper handling of raspberry fruit can lead to it being bruised, cut, or damaged. This can then facilitate mold growth or bacterial contamination, leading to spoilage.
How Can I Store My Raspberries Properly?
Proper storage methods are essential to preserve raspberries. Being a highly perishable fruit, a few measures must be taken before storing them.
To do this, rinse them under cool water. Only rinse them when you are about to eat, store, and use them.
Avoid soaking them in water to prevent them from spoiling faster.
Pat them dry with a clean paper towel to remove excess moisture.
Storing Raspberries at Room Temperature
It’s important to note that storing raspberries at room temperature only preserves them for a day or two. This is because warmer temperatures speed up the ripening process of the fruit and facilitate decay.
To store at room temperature, ensure that you:
• Use a Breathable Container
Store your raspberries in a container that allows for air circulation, such as a mesh bag or basket.
Avoid using airtight containers, as they can trap moisture or build up heat and cause the berries to spoil faster.
• Keep Them Cool
Store them in a cool, dry place, away from light sources and heat. A pantry or cupboard is a good option. They are still likely only to last a day or two, however.
Storing Raspberries in a Fridge
To properly do this,
• Choose the Right Container
A shallow glass bowl with a lid or breathable produce bag is more appropriate and allows air circulation.
Avoid stacking or packing your raspberries too tightly, as this can cause them to be crushed and thus spoil faster.
• Use Paper Towels
You can place paper towels around the base and sides of the container to absorb moisture and prevent the berries from growing moldy.
• Store Them in the Back
Store them in the back of the fridge, which is the coldest part.
Can I Freeze Raspberries?
Raspberries can be frozen. Freezing them is a good option if you have more berries than you can eat in one day or if you intend to use them in your smoothies or shakes.
Here’s how to properly freeze your raspberries:
• Clean the Berries
You must ensure the berries are thoroughly cleaned and dried before freezing them. This reduces the risk of microbial growth and contamination.
• Spread Them on a Baking Sheet
First, line the baking sheet with either parchment paper or other suitable alternatives.
Next, spread the berries on a single layer on the sheet, ensuring they do not touch each other.
Place the berries in the freezer and freeze until solid. This usually takes a few hours or a day.
• Transfer and Re-Freeze
When the berries are frozen, take them out and put them in an airtight container or freezer bag, then return to the freezer. Deflate the bag as much as possible to get rid of trapped air.
Frozen raspberries kept consistently at 0°F can last 6–12 months. However, freezing them can alter the consistency of the fruit and make them softer when they thaw.
Can I Dehydrate Raspberries?
Dehydrating berries is a straightforward process, and here’s how you do it:
- Clean and dry the berries.
- Place the berries on a tray or lined baking sheet.
- Preheat your oven or dehydrator to the lowest heat possible.
- Place the berries in the oven or dehydrator and allow them to dry out slowly
- When they are dry enough, remove them and let them slowly cool.
- Move them to an airtight container and store them in a cool, dry place.
Dehydrated berries can be used as snacks or toppings in cereals, yogurts, or baked goods.
How Does Vinegar Preserve Raspberries?
Here’s how to use vinegar to preserve raspberries:
- Mix 1 cup of vinegar into 3 cups of water.
- Let the berries soak in the solution for 5 minutes.
- Thoroughly rinse the berries with cool, fresh water and pat dry with a clean paper towel.
- Once dry, put them in a breathable container and put them in the fridge.
It’s important to note that though we can extend the shelf life of this delicious fruit with a vinegar wash, it might alter the taste of the fruit.
When Should I Throw Out My Raspberries?
Knowing when to throw out berries is important to avoid consuming spoiled or moldy food that can cause foodborne illnesses.
These are the things to look out for:
Check the total appearance of the fruit. Please discard if there are any dark patches, signs of mold growth, or rot.
Raspberries have a natural fruity and slightly sweet scent. If the smell seems off or unpleasant, discard the fruit.
If the fruit has an off-taste or sour taste, it indicates spoilage, and the fruit should be discarded.
Although raspberries are highly perishable, they can still be preserved for an extended period. The most effective way is to store them in a fridge or freezer.
You must, however, ensure that they are properly handled before storage to prevent damage and consequent spoilage.
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There is a new separatist movement forming in Virginia over the proposed gun laws. This new separatist movement taking place is in a state that already separated into two back in 1863 which some question whether it was lawfully carried out back then.
US Constitution: Article IV: Section 3
New States may be admitted by the Congress into this Union; but no new State shall be formed or erected within the Jurisdiction of any other State; nor any State be formed by the Junction of two or more States, or Parts of States, without the Consent of the Legislatures of the States concerned as well as of the Congress.
The interesting question was that since Virginia moved and joined the Confederate States, was their consent still required if they did not regard themselves to still be a state of the union? Hence, West Virginia was formed during the American Civil War (1861–1865) and is actually the only state to form by seceding from a Confederate state. The western part of the state of Virginia (1776–1863), was deeply against the views of the rest of Virginia over slavery. The population of West Virginia moved to separate from Virginia and was formalized by admittance to the Union as a new state in 1863.
Today, we have yet another rising separatist movement within Virginia as a result of House Resolution 8 which was introduced on January 14, 2020. This provides for an election to be had, pending approval of the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Virginia, and a majority of qualified citizens voting upon the proposition prior to August 1, 2020, for the admission of certain counties and independent cities of the Commonwealth of Virginia to be admitted to the State of West Virginia as constituent counties, under the provisions of Article VI, Section 11 of the Constitution of West Virginia. The Legislature of West Virginia separated over the differences which had grown between the counties of Western Virginia and the government at Richmond, of the Commonwealth of Virginia. They concluded that they were irretrievably divided and therefore they formed a new State of West Virginia.
The Trans-Allegheny portions of Virginia perceived that they suffered under an inequitable measure of taxation by which they bore a disproportionate share of the tax burden in the state which is often a common complaint under socialism. They have argued that the Trans-Allegheny region has been denied its equitable share of representation in the government prejudiced by a large number of people demanding benefits from Richmond.
The realization that when the majority demands benefits from those who produce, much like Rand’s Atlas Shrugged, then the majority can impose tyranny upon the minority and thus government no longer becomes the unbiased arbitrator within society. The neglect for the interests of many of the remaining counties of the Commonwealth of Virginia is at the heart of this rising separatist movement.
More recently, the government at Richmond has adopted the restraint upon the rights guaranteed under the Second Amendment of the United States Constitution to the citizens of that Commonwealth. In the months since Democrats took control of Virginia’s government for the first time in over two decades, over 100 localities across Virginia have passed resolutions declaring themselves “Second Amendment Sanctuaries,” stating that they’re opposed to any bills which would restrict Second Amendment rights.
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|Distribution of the painted button quail|
The painted buttonquail (Turnix varius) is a species of buttonquail, the family Turnicidae, which resemble, but are unrelated to, the quails of Phasianidae. This species is resident in Australia where numbers are believed to be in decline. A subspecies, the Abrolhos painted buttonquail (Turnix varius scintillans), is endemic to the Houtman Abrolhos islands.
The painted buttonquail was first described by the English ornithologist
Two subspecies are recognised.
The painted buttonquail is about 19 to 20 cm (7.5 to 7.9 in) long. It is a ground-dwelling bird and is found in grassy forests and woodlands. It feeds on insects and seeds, and the males incubate the eggs for a fortnight and then care for the young.
The female is the more brightly coloured of the sexes. Her eyes are red, and her crown, face and breast are flecked with white. Her shoulders are chestnut with thin white streaking above them. The male is slightly smaller and duller in colour.
Distribution and habitat
The painted buttonquail is native to Australia. Its range extends from Queensland southwards to New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania. A separate population is present in the southwestern part of Western Australia. The subspecies Turnix varius scintillans is endemic to the Houtman Abrolhos islands off the west coast of Australia.
The painted buttonquail has a wide range. An estimate of the population size has not been made but numbers are suspected to be in decline. It is said to be common in suitable habitat in some areas and uncommon in others. The
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- Data related to Turnix varius at Wikispecies
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Suriname is a constitutional democracy with a unicameral legislature. Corruption and nepotism are pervasive problems in government. Attacks on judicial independence, underscored by the president’s interference in his own murder trial, remain a concern. However, the judiciary has resisted pressure from the executive.
- In June, the public prosecutor called for a 20-year prison sentence in the murder trial against President Dési Bouterse. The government subsequently adopted a resolution warning the prosecutor to be “careful” and asking him to voluntarily resign, but later withdrew it.
- In August, the National Assembly passed an anticorruption law that established new preventive powers, and protections for whistleblowers.
- In January, a judge ruled that a transgender woman had the right to change her gender to female in the census, a decision considered a step forward for transgender rights. However, in February, the civil registrar appealed the ruling.
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The president is elected to five-year terms by a two-thirds majority of the 51-seat National Assembly. If no such majority can be reached, a United People’s Assembly—consisting of lawmakers from the national, regional, and local levels—convenes to choose the president by a simple majority. In 2015, the National Assembly reelected President Dési Bouterse in accordance with international standards.
|Were the current national legislative representatives elected through free and fair elections?||4.004 4.004|
The 1987 constitution provides for a unicameral, 51-seat National Assembly. Representatives are elected for five-year terms via proportional representation. The last legislative elections in 2015 were considered credible by monitors.
|Are the electoral laws and framework fair, and are they implemented impartially by the relevant election management bodies?||4.004 4.004|
Electoral laws meet international standards of fairness. Critics charge that the proportional representation system stimulates the formation of ethnic voting blocs. The president appoints the members of the election commission, the Independent Electoral Bureau, and has the power to fire them.
|Do the people have the right to organize in different political parties or other competitive political groupings of their choice, and is the system free of undue obstacles to the rise and fall of these competing parties or groupings?||4.004 4.004|
Suriname’s many political parties, which often reflect the country’s ethnic cleavages, operate freely.
|Is there a realistic opportunity for the opposition to increase its support or gain power through elections?||4.004 4.004|
Opposition parties can gain power through elections. Most parties form coalitions to contest elections. In the 2015 elections, the V7, an opposition coalition, won 18 of 51 seats in the National Assembly.
|Are the people’s political choices free from domination by the military, foreign powers, religious hierarchies, economic oligarchies, or any other powerful group that is not democratically accountable?||3.003 4.004|
There are no indications that people’s political choices are subject to undue coercion. Opposition political parties have raised concerns about campaign financing, which is unregulated and lacks transparency, and the resulting influence that special interest groups can have on political parties.
|Do various segments of the population (including ethnic, religious, gender, LGBT, and other relevant groups) have full political rights and electoral opportunities?||3.003 4.004|
Parties are often formed along ethnic lines, meaning most ethnic groups have political representation. However, the interests of indigenous communities are often overlooked. Women have historically played a limited rule in politics, but have experienced gains in recent years—in 2015, 13 out of the 51 representatives elected to the National Assembly were women, compared to 6 women elected in 2010.
|Do the freely elected head of government and national legislative representatives determine the policies of the government?||4.004 4.004|
Freely elected legislators work with the president to determine the laws and government policies.
|Are safeguards against official corruption strong and effective?||2.002 4.004|
Government corruption is pervasive, notably within the Ministry of Labor and the Ministry of Justice and Police, which in 2017 remained entangled in a scandal involving residence permits.
In August 2017, the National Assembly adopted a new anticorruption law. Under the law, a new corruption prevention commission oversees charges of corruption, and the identity of whistleblowers is protected. The law, however, does not have retroactive force.
|Does the government operate with openness and transparency?||2.002 4.004|
The government does not always operate with transparency. Officials are not legally required to disclose information about their finances. Suriname does not have laws to facilitate access to public information, and access is limited in practice.
D1. Are there free and independent media? 3 / 4
The constitution guarantees press freedom, and the media sector is fairly diverse. Although some journalists engage in self-censorship in response to government pressure and intimidation, the press frequently publishes stories critical of the government. Defamation and libel remain criminal offenses. In 2014, lawmaker Noreen Cheung threatened to sue the magazine Parbode for libel after it quoted her expressing doubt about controversial amnesty legislation from 2012 that would have protected President Bouterse from prosecution.
|Are individuals free to practice and express their religious faith or nonbelief in public and private?||4.004 4.004|
and private? 4 / 4
The constitution guarantees freedom of religion, which is typically upheld in practice.
|Is there academic freedom, and is the educational system free from extensive political indoctrination?||4.004 4.004|
indoctrination? 4 / 4
Academic freedom is generally respected.
|Are individuals free to express their personal views on political or other sensitive topics without fear of surveillance or retribution?||4.004 4.004|
Freedom of expression is enshrined in the constitution, and private citizens are generally able to engage in discussions of a sensitive or political nature without fear of retribution or surveillance. In August 2017, the government proposed a bill to parliament that would make insulting the president on social media a criminal offense.
|Is there freedom of assembly?||4.004 4.004|
The constitution guarantees freedom of assembly, which is generally respected in practice. However, members of the antigovernment protest movement We Zijn Moe-Dig (We Are Tired/Courageous) say President Bouterse has characterized them as traitors. The movement was founded in 2015, and grew in 2017 as Suriname struggled with sluggish economic growth and high inflation.
|Is there freedom for nongovernmental organizations, particularly those that are engaged in human rights– and governance-related work?||4.004 4.004|
Nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) function freely in Suriname.
|Is there freedom for trade unions and similar professional or labor organizations?||3.003 4.004|
Workers are free to join independent trade unions, which are actively involved in politics. Civil servants lack the legal right to strike. There have been isolated reports of private-sector employers denying collective bargaining rights to unions.
|Is there an independent judiciary?||2.002 4.004|
Executive influence over the judiciary remains a matter of concern. While President Bouterse has accepted “political responsibility” for his involvement in the abduction and extrajudicial killing of 15 political opponents in 1982, he has yet to face legal consequences for his actions. After a military court declared an amnesty law unconstitutional in June 2016, Bouterse sought to prevent a trial from moving forward. When his efforts failed, Bouterse fired the Minister of Justice and in March 2017 replaced her with a close ally. In June, the public prosecutor demanded a 20-year prison sentence against Bouterse. The government subsequently adopted a resolution warning the prosecutor to be “careful,” and asking him to voluntarily resign. Bouterse later withdrew this resolution in the face of public outrage, and the trial proceeded.
Score Change: The score improved from 1 to 2 due to signs of increased judicial independence, reflected in the handling of a case in which the current president is accused of involvement in the 1982 murder of his political opponents.
|Does due process prevail in civil and criminal matters?||1.001 4.004|
Due process is undermined by corruption, a shortage of judges, and a lack of resources and staff to support the judiciary. Payments are sometimes made to obtain favorable outcomes in criminal and civil proceedings. There is a backlog of cases involving non-Dutch speakers, as interpreters who have gone unpaid have refused to work additional cases.
|Is there protection from the illegitimate use of physical force and freedom from war and insurgencies?||3.003 4.004|
The use of force by law enforcement officials is prohibited, but cases of police abuse have been reported. While prison conditions are generally adequate, temporary detention facilities are characterized by unhygienic conditions, understaffing, and overcrowding. Suriname lies on a major drug-trafficking route, giving way to some drug-trafficking-related violence. Violent crimes such as burglary and armed robbery are common, and police resources are insufficient to address the problem.
|Do laws, policies, and practices guarantee equal treatment of various segments of the population?||2.002 4.004|
The constitution prohibits discrimination based on race or ethnicity. Nevertheless, the Maroons, descendants of slaves who comprise approximately 21 percent of the population, face inequality in areas such as education and employment. Indigenous groups do not enjoy any group rights or special protections. Despite rulings by the Inter-American Court of Human Rights, minority groups can legally be dispossessed of their lands.
Same-sex sexual relations are legal, though the age of consent differs from that of heterosexual couples.
The constitution bars gender discrimination, but in practice, women experience disadvantages in access to employment and education.
|Do individuals enjoy freedom of movement, including the ability to change their place of residence, employment, or education?||3.003 4.004|
The government generally upholds constitutional freedoms of internal movement and residence, though the lack of protections for indigenous and Maroon lands leave those communities vulnerable to displacement by unregulated logging and mining operations.
|Are individuals able to exercise the right to own property and establish private businesses without undue interference from state or nonstate actors?||2.002 4.004|
Although Suriname’s constitution guarantees property rights, they are sometimes inadequately protected. Corruption can hinder private business activity, especially regarding land policy, government contracts, and licensing.
|Do individuals enjoy personal social freedoms, including choice of marriage partner and size of family, protection from domestic violence, and control over appearance?||3.003 4.004|
The constitution bars gender discrimination, but in practice women face inequality related to marriage, inheritance, and property due to discriminatory local customs. Domestic violence remains a serious problem, and laws criminalizing it are not well-enforced.
Despite legal protections adopted in 2015, members of the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender) community face societal discrimination, harassment, and abuse by police. In February 2017, the civil registrar appealed a January court ruling that granted a transgender woman the right to have her official registration reflect her gender identity. The Minister of Justice criticized the appeal.
G4. Do individuals enjoy equality of opportunity and freedom from economic exploitation? 2 / 4
Human trafficking remained a problem in 2017. Women and migrant workers are especially at risk of human trafficking, sexual exploitation, and forced labor in various industries, including illegal mining operations. Corruption has facilitated the criminal activities of traffickers. The government has taken steps to address the issue, including the establishment of a shelter for victims, but arrests and prosecutions for trafficking dropped in 2017.
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This is a conversation topic for adults and teenagers on the subject of crime and punishment. Students discuss how safe they feel in their city, discuss the attraction of crime films and decide the correct punishment for some heinous (and not so heinous) crimes. Download everything below:
- Is your city a safe place to live? Why?
- Does your city have any dangerous areas? Where are they?
- Are you afraid to walk outside after dark? Why?
- Do you know anyone who has been robbed? If so, what happened?
- Have you ever been robbed? Have you ever had something stolen from you?
- Is it ever okay to break the law? If so, when?
- What are some things people can do to protect themselves from crime?
- What are some things that are legal but you personally think should be illegal?
- What are some things that are illegal but you personally think should be legal?
- What crimes have you heard about recently in the news?
- What do you think is the worst crime a person could commit? Why?
- What crimes do you think will increase in the future? Why?
- What crimes do you think will decrease in the future? Why?
- Does your country have the death penalty? If so, for what crimes can people receive the death penalty?
- Do you think the death penalty is a fair punishment? Why?
- Are there any reasonable alternatives to the death penalty? What?
- Why do people steal things?
- Have you ever had anything stolen from you?
- Have you ever stolen anything?
Brainstorm Crimes and punishments
Show pictures of crime films/books.
- What happens in these films?
- Why do we sympathise with the criminals?
- What crimes are glamorous?
- Can criminals be heroes?
- What makes a villain a villain?
The punishment fits the crime
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This is another edition of my “Where do you Stand?” conversation series. Students debate different topics related to entertainment and culture but must rate the opinion on a scale from 1-6 before they begin the discussion.
The PowerPoint contains examples of language of opinion, agreement and disagreement designed with C1 students in mind. If you are teaching lower level students, you could just use the student handout. You can download a B2 phrase sheet here.
Here are the topics students discuss:
The book is always better than the film.
There are too many sequels and spin-off films these days. There aren’t many original stories.
The original version of a song is always the best.
Celebrities shouldn’t complain about being in the public eye. It’s part of the jobNetflix will kill the cinema.
You shouldn’t watch films on your phone. It ruins the experience.
Watching a film at the cinema is always better than at home.
Violent films and videogames should be banned.
Music, art and drama should be compulsory subjects at school.
Social media companies should be responsible for the content that users post on their platforms.
Children shouldn’t play with “violent” toys like guns and weapons.
Something is always lost when a text is translated.
Physical books will disappear one day.
Governments should be allowed to censor some elements of the media including books and films.
The benefits of social media platforms outweigh the negative aspects.
Sports involving animals (hunting, horse riding, bullfighting, etc.) are an important part of my culture and must be protected.
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In-depth evaluations and computations in finance and economics offer valuable perspectives on financial conditions and the efficacy of existing metrics. But how exactly? The article will examine a few of the most broadly used and important financial ratios to measure your financial success.
Financial ratios are crucial calculations used by traders and investors to evaluate the potential success of their ventures and drive decision-making. They provide valuable insights into the potential of current tactics and strategies.
These ratios provide rapid financial projections without the need for complex computations, making it simpler to determine whether an investment is profitable and what the expected returns will be. These numbers have important financial implications and are produced from numerous calculations, which are commonly accomplished using computer software or a basic calculator.
These indicators are crucial in various financial procedures like balance sheets, profit and loss statements, cash flow analysis, and feasibility analysis. They can reveal underestimated problems or potential issues not found in typical statements or projections, making understanding these ratios essential in finance.
Key Financial Ratios
Financial ratios are constantly advancing due to the ever-evolving business landscape. Nevertheless, some core ratios have remained relevant and stand the test of time, including the following:
The return on equity ratio is crucial, demonstrating investments’ success and asset management. Newly established companies often rely on angel investors, accelerators, and funds to launch operations and acquire necessary materials.
After a business is launched and operational, investors assess the ROE ratio to gauge its fiscal management and equity growth. Entrepreneurs calculate their ROE using the following formula:
ROE = Net Income / Shareholder equity
A high ROE demonstrates efficient investment and signals that the company performs well.
The working Capital Ratio is calculated as the value of the current assets divided by current liabilities.
Corporations aim to maintain profitability by balancing their assets and liabilities, with smaller assets over liabilities, to prevent expenses from outweighing revenues.
Acquiring liabilities like input materials, vendors, credit lines, and loans is essential for commercial activities. Monitoring the assets-to-liabilities ratio to ensure current assets add value to liabilities is crucial. The WCR measures a company’s performance compared to its assets, indicating how assets perform compared to liabilities.
A WCR ratio of less than 1 indicates inefficient monetary policy and liquidity issues, while a ratio between 1.5 and 2 indicates a solid financial position. If the WCR value exceeds 2, it signifies ineffective asset management.
Earning per share is a crucial ratio in stock exchange transactions, used by companies for public offerings planning and by investors for investment allocation.
The EPS ratio measures a company’s profitability and the expected earnings from owning its shares. Publicly traded corporations aim to boost their EPS ratio to attract investors, as higher EPS results in increased shareholder earnings.
There are two ways to calculate the EPS ratio:
- EPS = (company’s net income – dividends to preferred shareholders) / average outstanding shares.
- EPS = company’s net income / average outstanding shares.
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BTS is one of the most popular music groups in the world, with fans across all ages and demographics. What if BTS, the global K-pop icon, performed in North Korea? This will not just be a concert. It could be a historic event of music, culture, and diplomacy. It could play a pivotal role in easing the tensions between North and South Korea.
North Korean citizens were once warned to stay away from all things South Korean, according to CNN. Including its fashion, music, hairstyles, and even slang. Let’s dive in to learn more about how iconic it would be.
North Korea is a notoriously isolated country, and its government has a history of censoring and controlling its citizens’ access to information and entertainment. Kim Jong-un, the president of North Korea, described K-pop as a “vicious cancer.” He mentioned his hate for how it corrupts the young people in his country.
However, in recent years, there have been signs that North Korea is becoming more open to the outside world. In 2018, for example, North Korean leader Kim Jong-un met with South Korean President Moon Jae-in in a historic summit meeting.
If BTS were to perform in North Korea, it would be a major diplomatic event!
North Korea, with its guarded and tough lifestyle, is largely cut off from the global cultural landscape. A concert by BTS could symbolize a pleasant overture, representing a shared cultural ground and signaling a possibility for reconciliation between the conflicting ideologies of the two Koreas.
BTS’s music, which exceeds language and cultural boundaries, could offer a transformative experience to North Koreans! It could expose them to themes of self-love, resilience, and acceptance. This unique blend of melody and dance could inspire change in a world rich in diversity and creative expression.
Visualize a concert where the touching notes of “Life Goes On” blend with the collective hopes of millions. The music will break barriers and create a shared experience of joy and reflection. Such a musical journey could offer an escape and a shared emotional experience, a deeper human connection.
This event could hold significant economic benefits, boosting tourism and cultural exchange. It could restore both Korean economies. It might also attract international investors and businesses, creating economic synergy and integration in the region.
A Diplomatic Rhythm:
BTS in North Korea could improve the diplomatic dynamics of the Korean Peninsula. Their music might promote conversation and understanding between nations. It could be the start of improved international relations and reduced tensions with North Korea.
The Power of Fandom:
The diverse and dedicated BTS fandom, known as the ARMY, would undoubtedly play a significant role in this scenario. Their passion and commitment could help forge a welcoming and inclusive community. It could promote a shared sense of belonging and mutual respect among individuals from varied backgrounds and ideologies.
K-Pop’s New Milestone:
Such a performance would be a landmark event in the history of K-Pop. It would show the genre’s global appeal and reinforce BTS’s legacy as not just artists but also as catalysts for peace and unity. It would expand the global K-Pop fanbase even further.
Healing Through Music:
The humanitarian impact of BTS performing in North Korea could be profound. The event could offer a momentary escape and a connection to the world beyond borders. It will allow people to experience the joy and solace that music brings. It could also foster a sense of shared humanity and communal experience.
The prospect of such a concert comes with its own set of complications and challenges. The strict governance in North Korea over information and artistic expression could impose limitations on the concert’s execution. The ideological divide and concerns over external influence could lead to restrictions, and the safety of the artists and the audience would need careful consideration and planning.
Envisioning BTS performing in North Korea invites us to imagine a future where music is a unifying force that can bridge differences and bring people together. The impact of such an event could go beyond entertainment, sowing seeds of hope and unity in a divided peninsula. However, turning this vision into reality would require collaborative effort, diplomatic dialogue, and a relentless pursuit of peace and mutual respect.
BTS in North Korea might seem like a distant dream, but it holds the promise of a peaceful future, a future where our shared love for music becomes the common ground on which we build a united, peaceful world. The idea isn’t just about rhythms and dance moves; it’s about weaving connections and connecting hearts across borders. | <urn:uuid:a2591778-e87c-4ac8-9077-6f355b0fd43c> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://geeksaroundglobe.com/what-if-bts-performs-in-north-korea/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.951454 | 950 | 3.109375 | 3 |
What Is The Difference Between Geospatial And GIS?
WHAT IS GEOSPATIAL?
All forms of GIS are a type of geospatial technology, but not all geospatial technology is a form of GIS. More specifically, Geospatial is a broad term that defines the collective data and associated technology that has geographical and space components attached to it and various types of geographic imagery, cartography, mapping coordinates, tools, and technology.
TYPES OF GEOSPATIAL TECHNOLOGY.
- Remote Sensing
- Global Positioning Systems
- Geographic Information Systems.
WHAT IS GIS?
A geographic information system (GIS) is a specific tool or aspect of geospatial technology, it is a computer system for capturing, storing, checking, integrating, manipulating, and displaying data that come from diverse sources such as remote sensing devices and approaches, census reports and charts, maps (topographic and thematic), and field surveys.
GIS refers to a system where geographic (spatial) and non-geographic(non-spatial) information is stored in layers and integrated with geographic software programs so that spatial information can be created, stored, manipulated, analyzed, and visualized in charts, graphs, plans, maps, and other forms both in digital and analog platforms.
Any of several techniques involving the display or analysis of spatial data including the use of maps, graphs, aerial photographs, and satellite images are GIS.
GIS is best suited to process spatial data and analyze data about locations, where things are located, locations of dumpsites in a particular city, the nearest route to the hospital, population of people or consumers in a particular area or region.
GIS is a technology that allows for the capture, management, analysis, and visualization of spatial data. Geospatial refers to anything having to do with geography and space. So, GIS can be referred to as geospatial information systems. The three key activities that comprise geospatial practices are data management, analysis, and representation. Data management includes activities such as data acquisition, cleaning, and integration. Data analysis includes activities such as spatial query, overlay, and choropleth mapping. Data representation includes the production of maps, charts, and graphs.
It helps you connect information you have about a physical location, then you can get a better understanding of your subject.
- GIS is a tool used in Geospatial.
- GIS data is a form of Geospatial data.
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The TanDEM-X Forest/Non-Forest Map is a project developed by the Microwaves and Radar Institute at the German Aerospace Center (DLR), within the activities of the TanDEM-X mission. The goal is the derivation of a global forest/non-forest classification mosaic from TanDEM-X bistatic interferometric synthetic aperture radar (InSAR) data, acquired for the generation of the global digital elevation model (DEM) in Stripmap single polarization (HH) mode.
The TanDEM-X Forest/Non-Forest Map (FNF) has been generated by processing and mosaicking more than 500,000 TanDEM-X bistatic images acquired from 2011 until 2015. The map has a spatial resolution of 50 m x 50 m. Forested and non-forested areas are depicted in green and white, respectively. Water bodies are depicted in blue and black is used for identifying urban areas and invalid pixels.
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Technology in ProductsBroadcast Television Lenses
Providing high contrast and sharp resolution in every corner of the screen
Broadcast television lenses are used by TV stations and video production studios around the world. In order to meet the strict demands of professionals, broadcast television lenses have continued to evolve: from high-definition television (HDTV) to ultra-high-definition television (UHDTV) 4K and 8K. These lenses help to produce realistic images by faithfully reproducing even texture.
How broadcast television lenses work
Broadcast television lenses are attached to broadcast television cameras used in the production of such content as TV programs. Various types of lenses are utilized depending on the use case. There are compact and lightweight portable zoom lenses that are easily portable and can be carried on the operator’s shoulder, used to produce dramas and report the news on-site. There are also large, box-shaped field zoom lenses that are secured by a tripod and used to film outdoor sports such as golf and baseball.
Most of the lenses used for broadcasting are zoom lenses, ranging from ultra-wide-angle 14x lenses to ultra-high-power lenses with a magnification of 120x or higher. Lenses used for broadcasting have various angles of view and magnifications depending on the application. The interior of the lens body contains various types and shapes of lens elements that help provide a high image quality. The lens body also includes features designed to meet the high demands of professionals, such as an optical mechanisms to stabilize framing.
Canon’s lens technology for broadcasting
Canon launched its first field zoom lenses for TV cameras in 1958. Since then, the company has continued to provide broadcast television lenses that deliver high image quality and operability for professional video production while communicating closely with broadcasters and producers around the world.
Video resolution has continued to increase in recent years. Ultra-high-definition television (UHDTV), which was first broadcast in Japan in 2018, provides high-resolution video of 3,840 x 2,160 pixels for 4K and 7,680 x 4,320 pixels for 8K, which are respectively 4 times and 16 times the number of pixels in conventional high-definition television (HDTV). Canon’s broadcast television lenses support high-definition video with a high optical performance compatible with 4K and 8K.
4K realizes 4times,8K realizes 16 times the resolution of existing HDTV systems
8K-compatible zoom lens technology
Canon’s zoom lenses, which help produce dynamic video, are particularly well regarded, and Canon has been a pioneer in the development of 8K solutions, including 8K-compatible broadcast television lenses.
8K-compatible 51x zoom lenses
Canon has succeeded in developing the first 51x zoom lens for 8K systems through the evolution of its proprietary optical design and high-precision manufacturing technologies, including optimized configurations of fluorite and UD lenses. Aberrations are corrected as much as possible throughout the entire zoom range, from wide angle to telephoto, providing natural and high-quality imaging performance. From a practical standpoint, the lens is as compact, lightweight, and easy to operate as a 4K-compatible zoom lens.
4K-compatible zoom lens technology
Canon’s proprietary optical design technology has been used to provide the same operability and compactness as in conventional HDTV zoom lenses, while at the same time attempting to correct aberrations for 4K compatibility. By continually requiring ultra-high precision in the processing and assembly of each individual component, Canon has provided high optical performance across the entire zoom range, from the center of the screen to its periphery, in order to provide the high-quality resolution and contrast suitable for 4K images.
■Aberration correction technology
Fluctuating aberrations caused by zooming and focusing are suppressed through use of a multi-group zoom system and a floating focus system. Moreover, the use of fluorite and UD glass and their optimum placement enable excellent correction of axial and transverse chromatic aberrations, resulting in a high level of aberration correction suitable for 4K. The result is a beautiful, natural-looking image with little coloration in the contours and excellent resolution all the way to the edges of the screen.
■Support for HDR video
In high-dynamic-range video production, ghosting and flare are more noticeable than ever before because video can now be filmed in bright and dark areas that were previously marred by whiteouts or blackouts. Canon’s 4K lenses are designed to minimize ghosting and flare by shading the inner surface of the lens holder, configuring it to avoid ghosting, and optimizing its coatings, thereby helping to produce clear video with multiple color gradations that maximizes the characteristics of HDR video.
■Focus resolution for 4K
The pixel size of 4K is half that of HDTV, which means the accuracy of focus adjustment is even more vital. Canon’s 4K zoom lenses for broadcast television are equipped with a high-resolution encoder to provide the high-precision focusing required for 4K shooting.
Best-in-class 122x4K-compatible zoom lens
Canon’s world’s first* 122x zoom lenses are highly favored by the broadcast and video industries for their superior optical performance and high reliability as top-of-the-line broadcast television lenses. Using proprietary optical design technology, Canon has provided optical performance that makes the most of 4K by optimally arranging optical elements such as newly developed glass materials, extra-low-dispersion glass, fluorite, and large-aperture aspherical lenses. An optical shift image stabilizer, which enables switching of stabilization characteristics depending on filming conditions, has greatly improved performance over conventional HDTV field lenses, while at the same time significantly reducing oscillation caused by panning or tilting. The technology has evolved to enable framing as intended.
* As of September 2018. Field zoom lenses for 4K broadcast television cameras with 2/3-inch sensors
Unique optical technologies
Chromatic aberration appears as colored fringes on a subject’s outline and it degrades image quality. Correcting chromatic aberration is essential to providing clear and sharp image quality. Chromatic aberration occurs when light is refracted at different angles as it passes through a glass surface due to differences in wavelength, causing the focal point to shift for each color. Normally, chromatic aberration is canceled out by using a convex lens and a concave lens together, which refract in opposite directions. However, normal glass cannot cancel out aberrations at all wavelengths due to its inherent limitations. Fluorite differs greatly from ordinary glass in its refractive indices, so it can be used in combination with glass lenses to more effectively correct chromatic aberration.
Early on, Canon realized the effectiveness of fluorite, which has anomalous dispersion properties not found in optical glass, and developed a proprietary technology for synthesizing large, high-purity artificial fluorite crystals from fluorite ore. In 1969, Canon released the FL-F300mm F5.6 telephoto lens, the world’s first consumer telephoto lens to use fluorite lens elements. Canon then went on to make the use of artificial crystals in large-aperture lenses commercially viable.
The fluorite in many Canon lenses today is mainly used in the forward elements of zoom lenses and is effective in correcting chromatic aberration in the telephoto range. UD*1 glass and Hi-UD glass*2 also have anomalous dispersion properties like fluorite and are used to correct chromatic aberration. Hi-UD glass, in addition to having the same action to correct chromatic aberration as fluorite, also has a high refractive power to correct spherical aberration*3. Hi-UD glass is used in the forward element of zoom lenses as well as the variable magnification unit, and it is effective in controlling chromatic aberration that occurs in the telephoto range as well as fluctuating aberrations caused by focusing and zooming.
*1 UD：Ultra-low Dispersion
*2 Hi-UD：High Index Ultra-low Dispersion
*3 An aberration in which light passing through the edge of the lens converges closer to the lens than light passing through the center, blurring the image.
Large-aperture aspherical lenses
In addition to chromatic aberration, there are five other known types of aberrations in lenses (known as Seidel’s 5 aberrations): spherical aberration, coma, astigmatism, curvature of the image, and distortion. Spherical aberration, for example, is a phenomenon in which light passing through the edge of the lens converges closer to the lens than light passing through the center of the lens, resulting in a blurred image. Spherical aberration inevitably occurs with a single spherical lens element, and it was for this reason that aspherical lenses were developed. An aspherical lens has a surface that is not spherical but curved, with the curvature changing slightly in the radial direction. This design helps suppress aberration. In the past, optical equipment required a combination of several lens elements to correct for spherical aberration. However, with the advent of aspherical lenses, the number of lens elements can now be greatly reduced. The larger the aperture of a lens, the greater the aberration tends to be. Similarly, the larger the aperture of aspherical lens, the greater the effect. Therefore, a larger aperture is one of the best ways to both improve optical performance and reduce the size and weight of lenses. However, broadcast television lenses require extreme precision. Machining accuracy must be dramatically improved when producing aspherical lenses for broadcasting. Through its ongoing development of high-magnification field zoom lenses, Canon created a large-aperture aspherical lens surface, new optical design technology and large-aperture processing technology to both improve optical performance and reduce the size and weight of its lens products. As a result, high-magnification field zoom lenses released after the “XJ86x9.3B (released in 2000)” have a nearly constant overall body length, regardless of zoom ratio.
Spherical aberration on a spherical lens element
An aspherical lens element ensures light rays converge at the same position
Canon was an early adopter of the inner focus system, which improves the optical performance and operability of broadcast television lenses. This has resulted in a shorter MOD* for studio and field lenses, a wider angle of view, reduced fluctuations in chromatic aberration caused by focusing, and reduced distortion. A lightweight focus lens group also enables low power consumption and high-speed operation. In addition, a portable lens allows the attachment of a rectangular hood, which reduces ghosting and flare, and eliminates filter rotation, resulting in effective filtering.
*MOD: the minimum object distance of a lens
Optical stabilization technology
Image stabilizer (IS)
In 2000, Canon became the first company in the world to launch a field zoom lens for broadcast television equipped with a lens-shifting image stabilizer*1. When shooting in the field at telephoto focal lengths, wind or vibration of the camera stand can be an obstacle. However, this mechanism, works in conjunction with a VAP*2 image stabilization system to significantly suppresses image blurring caused by wind or vibration of the camera stand, resulting it provides sharp video.
*1 Used in the DIGISUPER 86 XS (MJ86×9.3B). The world’s first field zoom lens for broadcast television. Based on Canon research.
*2 VAP: vari-angle prism
■Lens shifting (Shift-IS)
The optical stabilizer for broadcast lenses is a high-precision, high-performance development of the in-lens image stabilizer, used by its EF lenses for the EOS series of cameras, that has earned Canon its high reputation. The lens-shifting system detects camera shaking using a built-in sensor and shifts a portion of the lens group (corrective optics) perpendicular to the optical axis, thus refracting light rays to cancel out image blur. Corrective optics can be placed inside the lens, making possible a smaller optical system, and is effective even at long focal lengths, making it suitable for high-magnification zoom lenses.
A VAP*1 is a unit containing a bellows filled with a highly refractive liquid, enabling three-dimensional control of light rays. A VAP is able to handle a wide range of vibration, from low-frequency shaking that occurs when a camera is carried on the cameraman’s shoulder, to high-frequency shaking that presents a problem when a camera is shooting from a vehicle. A VAP also allows a large angle of correction. Canon has also used a VAP in the world's first HDTV portable zoom lens with a built-in stabilizer and a 4K-compatible portable zoom lens*2,3.
*1 VAP: vari-angle prism
*2 Used in the HJ15×8.5B KRS-V (released in 2010). As a portable zoom lens for professional use. Based on Canon research.
*3 Used in the CJ15ex8.5B KRS-V (released in 2019). As a portable zoom lens for professional use. Based on Canon research.
Digital servo system/Digital drive unit
Canon pioneered lens control with digital technology and used it in studio and field zoom lenses, as well as in portable zoom lenses. Canon offers a wide variety of features to make shooting more efficient. All of Canon’s portable zoom lenses, both for broadcast and professional use, are equipped with digital drive units that facilitate easy operation, including settings for high-speed zoom, focus, and aperture.
CAFS to suppress focus breathing
Constant Angle Focus System (CAFS) technology completely eliminates variation in the angle of view (breathing) caused by focusing. When focusing from the background to the foreground, for example, the angle of view changes to the telephoto range. CAFS eliminates this phenomenon, thereby stabilizing framing. The principle is that zooming functions in the opposite direction as the change in magnification caused by shifting of the focus unit, thereby canceling out the effect of that shift on the angle of view. Canon’s DIGISUPER Series provides high-speed, high-precision control with minimal discomfort or delay in focusing or zooming through full use of digital servo technology with a 32-bit CPU and proprietary correction expertise.
Linkage to a virtual studio system
Canon’s broadcast television lenses use a 16-bit encoder to detect and output position information with a much higher resolution than analog position sensors (equivalent to 10 bits). This enables highly accurate and natural composition.
Clutchless zoom mechanism*
Zooming can be controlled manually or via a servo to automatically track the subject without operating the clutch. Even during servo control, framing can be changed instantly and manually, and flexible zooming can be performed through such means as transitioning from manual operation right to slow zooming controlled by the servo.
*Used in some models of portable zoom lenses for broadcast television (optional)
Compact and lightweight drive unit
The drive unit of the portable lens, which provides excellent operability, is compact and lightweight. The optical axis of the lens is close to the palm of the hand, minimizing discomfort when manipulating the drive unit and reducing fatigue when the camera is held in close while carried on the shoulder. The free-form surfaces of the drive unit that conform to the hand and the placement of rubber finger pads allow for secure grasping. In addition, the large space provided for the focus ring facilitates operation during manual focusing.
Lens Production Technologies
Theory alone doesn't produce things. Achieving ideal aspherical and DO lenses through production technologies.
Preserving Footage of World Heritage Sites for Future Generations
Canon’s 8K video solutions used in the making of the TBS documentary series “The World Heritage”
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【学术成果】棒束窄缝空泡份额测量方法研究成果在期刊《Experimental Thermal and Fluid Science》上发表 - 首页
Abstract：Void fraction is a fundamental parameter to characterize two-phase flows and is very important for the proper design and safety operation of steam generator in a nuclear power plant. In the present work, void fraction measurements of steam–water two-phase upward flow in a triangular-configured vertical rod bundle were conducted at pressures from 5 to 9 MPa and mass velocities from 100 to 350 kg·m−2·s−1. Local, chordal and average void fractions were measured by the optical probe (OP), gamma-ray densitometry (GD), and differential pressure (DP) methods respectively. The effects of pressure and mass velocity on void fractions were investigated in detail. The results showed that a non-uniform distribution of local void fractions could be clearly revealed. The average void fractions obtained by GD and DP were found to approach the volumetric quality under higher pressure and higher mass velocity conditions owing to the homogeneous flow trends. This also occurred under a high volumetric quality condition for the homogeneous vapor flow and low volumetric quality condition for the homogeneous bubble flow. The results obtained from the different techniques were compared for the same experimental conditions. It was found that the void fractions measured by both OP and DP agreed well with that of GD, with relative deviations less than 10% and 15% respectively. Besides, an assessment of four void fraction correlations was carried out to predict the present area-average void fraction data from GD. The results showed that both the Bestion correlation and the Chexal and Lellouche correlation predict the present data well when measured void fraction greater than 0.3. | <urn:uuid:7436c0eb-4459-4707-9e78-9fc6180dedf5> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://gr.xjtu.edu.cn/home?p_p_id=cn_edu_xjtu_news_HomeTeacherNewsPortlet_INSTANCE_ooVm31T3T4wF&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=maximized&p_p_mode=view&_cn_edu_xjtu_news_HomeTeacherNewsPortlet_INSTANCE_ooVm31T3T4wF_mvcRenderCommandName=%2Fnews%2Fview_news&_cn_edu_xjtu_news_HomeTeacherNewsPortlet_INSTANCE_ooVm31T3T4wF_redirect=%2Fhome%3Fp_p_id%3Dcn_edu_xjtu_news_HomeTeacherNewsPortlet_INSTANCE_ooVm31T3T4wF%26p_p_lifecycle%3D0%26p_p_state%3Dmaximized%26p_p_mode%3Dview%26_cn_edu_xjtu_news_HomeTeacherNewsPortlet_INSTANCE_ooVm31T3T4wF_mvcRenderCommandName%3D%252Fnews%252Fview_news%26_cn_edu_xjtu_news_HomeTeacherNewsPortlet_INSTANCE_ooVm31T3T4wF_redirect%3D%252Fhome%253Fp_p_id%253Dcn_edu_xjtu_news_HomeTeacherNewsPortlet_INSTANCE_ooVm31T3T4wF%2526p_p_lifecycle%253D0%2526p_p_state%253Dmaximized%2526p_p_mode%253Dview%2526_cn_edu_xjtu_news_HomeTeacherNewsPortlet_INSTANCE_ooVm31T3T4wF_mvcRenderCommandName%253D%25252Fnews%25252Fview_news%2526_cn_edu_xjtu_news_HomeTeacherNewsPortlet_INSTANCE_ooVm31T3T4wF_redirect%253D%25252F%2526_cn_edu_xjtu_news_HomeTeacherNewsPortlet_INSTANCE_ooVm31T3T4wF_newsId%253D15383642%26_cn_edu_xjtu_news_HomeTeacherNewsPortlet_INSTANCE_ooVm31T3T4wF_newsId%3D14769&_cn_edu_xjtu_news_HomeTeacherNewsPortlet_INSTANCE_ooVm31T3T4wF_newsId=14773 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.937632 | 413 | 2.578125 | 3 |
Wildfires have devastating consequences on both the environment and human lives. This article focuses on a community that has experienced the human cost of wildfires firsthand and the ongoing struggle they face in recovering. The immediate impact of wildfires includes the loss of homes, belongings, and livelihoods, as well as the emotional toll on survivors. The recovery process is challenging, involving issues such as finding housing, rebuilding infrastructure, and restoring the local economy. Supporting affected communities through donations, volunteering, and advocating for policy changes is crucial. Preventive measures and individual preparedness can help minimize the impact of wildfires, while government support is essential in providing relief and implementing effective policies.
The Human Cost of Wildfires: A Community Struggles to Recover
Wildfires can cause immense destruction and have long-lasting impacts on both the environment and human lives. One such community that experienced the human cost of wildfires firsthand is grappling with the burden of recovery. This article delves into the devastating consequences of wildfires and highlights the ongoing struggle faced by this affected community.
The Devastating Consequences
When a wildfire strikes, it leaves a trail of devastation in its wake. Homes are reduced to ashes, cherished belongings are lost forever, and livelihoods are shattered. The immediate impact of wildfires on human lives is heart-wrenching. Families are forced to evacuate, unsure of what they will return to, while others tragically lose their loved ones in the blaze.
The emotional toll of wildfires cannot be underestimated. Survivors often experience trauma, grief, and feelings of uncertainty about the future. The psychological scars may last for years as they grapple with the loss of their homes and communities.
The Ongoing Struggle for Recovery
Recovering from a wildfire is a daunting task that requires tremendous resources in terms of both time and money. The affected community must rebuild their lives from scratch, facing numerous challenges along the way.
1. Housing: Once the fire is extinguished, finding shelter becomes an immediate concern. Many families are left homeless and must rely on temporary alternatives, such as emergency shelters or staying with friends and family. Rebuilding homes takes time and requires significant financial support, which adds to the community’s struggle.
2. Infrastructure: Wildfires often damage critical infrastructure such as power lines, roads, and water systems. Repairing and rebuilding this infrastructure is vital for the affected community to regain a sense of normalcy. However, the process can be lengthy and costly, further hindering the recovery efforts.
3. Employment and Economic Recovery: Wildfires can decimate local economies, especially in areas dependent on agriculture or tourism. Businesses are destroyed, leading to job losses and economic decline. Rebuilding businesses and generating employment opportunities is crucial for the long-term recovery of the community.
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
1. How can we support communities affected by wildfires?
You can support affected communities by donating to reputable disaster relief organizations, volunteering your time and skills, or providing essential supplies. Additionally, spreading awareness about their struggles and advocating for policy changes can also make a difference.
2. What are the long-term health effects of wildfires on survivors?
Wildfires can have long-term health effects on survivors, including respiratory problems due to smoke inhalation, psychological trauma, and increased vulnerability to diseases. Access to proper healthcare and support services is crucial for addressing these effects.
3. What preventive measures can be taken to minimize the impact of wildfires?
Preventive measures include creating defensible spaces around homes by clearing flammable vegetation, implementing proper forest management practices, and conducting controlled burns to reduce fuel load. Additionally, educating communities about fire safety and implementing early warning systems can help minimize the impact of wildfires.
4. How can individuals prepare for a wildfire?
Individuals can prepare for a wildfire by creating an emergency plan, packing essential supplies in a “go bag,” and staying updated on the latest evacuation notices. It is crucial to have an escape route and to follow instructions from local authorities during wildfire emergencies.
5. What is the role of government in supporting wildfire-affected communities?
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Sharon Ann Murphy, the author of “Banking on Slavery: Financing Southern Expansion in the Antebellum United States" (University of Chicago Press, 2023), led a discussion at George Washington University explaining how deeply 19th-century banks in the American South were entwined with the institution of slavery.
The discussion, hosted by the GW Business Dean’s Diversity Council, was held on Wednesday afternoon in Duques Hall. Arthur Wilson, an associate professor of finance at GW, introduced Murphy.
Wilson said he invited Murphy to speak because when he first read her work, he was shocked by what he learned.
“I was appalled by the profound brutality of literally treating humans like livestock. Understand, when the borrower defaulted, slave auctions often followed,” Wilson said. “Through no fault of their own, the enslaved people might be literally sold down the river, never to see friends or family again. I knew slavery was evil, but this took my breath away.”
He said he wanted more people to hear the findings of Murphy’s research.
Murphy is chair of the Department of History and Classics at Providence College and an expert on early American finance.
She said when she began her research for the book, she specifically wanted to focus on the way that southern commercial banks directly, knowingly and explicitly interacted with the slave system.
“Although for this project, I did attempt to examine the role of Northern commercial banks in the financing of slavery, their direct role was pretty insignificant for the types of financial relationships I was examining,” Murphy said.
Murphy explained in the 19th century, the most common type of lending by commercial banks was called discounting, which was a specific type of short-term loan for business people engaged in trade.
“A merchant would obtain goods from a seller by issuing a promissory note, often referred to as a commercial paper, promising to pay the full amount at a future date. The seller could then take that note to the bank to be discounted and the bank would loan the face value of the note,” Murphy said.
Bankers believed that discounting was the safest type of loan because the loans were backed by real commodities, i.e., goods and transit items awaiting sale. Also, the loans were short term, usually only 30 to 60 days in length, and they were self-liquidating, meaning that as soon as that sale was completed, the note would be repaid.
If the debtors failed to repay their discount loan, the bank could sue the debtor and or any of the endorsers on that note for repayment and the court would issue an order of fieri facias, which allowed sheriffs to seize and sell the property of the debtor or any of the endorsers in payment of the delinquent obligations.
“It was as part of these fieri facias judgments that early banks first started engaging directly with human property,” Murphy said. “Southern banks willingly seized and sold enslaved people as part of these foreclosure proceedings.”
If a debtor wished to renew a discount loan, banks would ask for additional security to secure that loan. Most bank charters allowed the institution to hold property in mortgage if it was used to secure one of the existing debts.
“In the South, banks regularly accepted enslaved people as mortgage collateral for the securitization of existing short-term loans,” Murphy said.
Most banks kept those rules throughout the antebellum period.
During the post-War of 1812 boom, as average slave prices increased, southern frontier banks in the growing states of Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi and Louisiana became increasingly comfortable with actively treating enslaved people as financial assets, even as traditional banking norms continued to constrain their support of westward expansion.
A few banks, mainly the ones operating on the southern frontier, began allowing businessmen to accumulate increasingly large debts by discounting business notes and then repeatedly renewing the notes using land and enslaved individuals as collateral.
“The largely positive experiences that both the debtors and the banks had with these mortgage contracts...convinced frontier bankers that enslaved lives were not only acceptable, but they were superior assets to use,” Murphy said. “Thus, during the 1820s and ’30s bankers operating on the frontier were increasingly willing to initiate long-term loans secured by enslaved individuals.”
In 1837, a financial panic led to a general economic depression that lasted until 1843. During the depression, frontier banks, after investing in plantations and slave lives in the 1830s, helped prop up the system of slavery by serving as a financial safety net for slave owners.
In the 1840s, Southern banks faced challenges related to the long-term contracts they were extending. There were greater instances of fraud and foreclosure lawsuits. When banks moved to foreclose on certain debtors, they sold enslaved communities on the plantations.
“When they did sell, the enslaved communities on these plantations were often devastated as the people were sold in small blocks to the highest bidder,” Murphy said.
Murphy cited as an example a transaction with the Bank of Alabama in 1842 in which a widow mortgaged her land and about 30 enslaved people to the Mobile branch of the bank. The widow had a debt of about $28,000, which would be just over $1 million today.
When the widow failed to repay her debt, the bank put the property into foreclosure. Over time, the bank gradually sold all the enslaved individuals. One slave owner purchased 19-year-old Serena and her child for $700 in April of 1948. In May, another buyer acquired 18-year-old Barbara for $550, while 28-year-old John was sold for $725.
The challenges stemming from the long-term contracts and leniency the banks showed slave owners eventually led to the demise of many banks, Murphy explained.
“The willingness of banks to embrace long-term mortgages on land and human property and their leniency toward many delinquent slaveholders during the depression itself ultimately led to the failure of a large percentage of these banks, particularly in the frontier South,” Murphy said. “In effect, many frontier banks sacrificed themselves at the altar of the slave system. Banks on the southern frontier had fulfilled a specific need during a crucial moment in the expansion of the slave system and then they retreated to the background.” | <urn:uuid:40fbf13b-4765-4acc-84cb-b2f3c3f14e2a> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://gwtoday.gwu.edu/how-banks-played-role-upholding-slavery-during-19th-century | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.978736 | 1,325 | 2.734375 | 3 |
Climate Innovation: From waste to potential
Climate Innovation Hub, established in March 2022, is a community of young researchers in the field of climate change and energy transition, who are collaboratively working towards a sustainable future. Our vision is to develop innovations through research to help in addressing the challenges of climate change and drive sustainable development in West Africa.
It all started with the West African Science Service Centre on Climate Change and Adapted Land Use (WASCAL), through a selection of sixty scholars from all the fifteen West African countries (ECOWAS) for an International Master’s research programme in Energy and Green Hydrogen. The first year of the programme is hosted by the Republic of Niger. ‘Welcome to the frying pan of the world’ is an expression by some of the natives to describe the severity of the heatwave in the country. Our arrival in Niger on the 17th of September 2021, for common fundamental courses, exposed us to a different environment, as the adverse effects of climate change were immediately apparent and evident around us.
We were hosted by the Ecole des Mine de l’Industrie et de la Technologie (EMIG), at the University of Abdou Moumouni, Niamey, Niger, where we stayed and took our semester courses. EMIG is one of the prestigious institutions of higher learning in Niger, with a total area of 20 hectares, a population of about 500 students, 60 teaching and non-teaching staff, and a vast number of traders and farmers (no adequate statistics), according to the school’s website. A major drawback of this prestigious institution is environmental pollution. Plastic waste is the major cause of environmental pollution in the EMIG community. Due to their non- degradable nature, plastic wastes constitute an immense environmental challenge. Every individual contributes, to an extent, to the rise in plastic pollution. Wastes are generated every day in our faculties, hostels, and restaurants, from polythene bags and plastic bottles. The use of plastics and poor waste management give rise to environmental challenges, such as air pollution, blockage in the drainage system, reduction in soil infiltration, diseases, and contribution to greenhouse gases emission, when the wastes are burnt.
Typically, on the EMIG campus, where there is absence of regulated waste dumping system, plastic wastes are disposed of in bushes, street gutters, and sometimes burnt. Consequently, the learning environment gets polluted, and the air quality reduces. We have realised through our interactions with other students on campus that majority of the EMIG community have little education about waste management. This also reflects in their burning of wastes, which poses a great health risk to the community. These challenges expand to Karadje, a neighbouring community which is inhabited by low-income poor masses, most of whom have little education about climate change and its effects.
In 2019, there was a heavy rain in the city of Niamey that inundated the whole Karadje community and the EMIG campus. This led to migration from the communities. Our discussions with students and inhabitants of Karadje, revealed that an open sewer between Karadje and EMIG had been choked with plastic wastes, which restricted the flow of water during the rain. From the discussions we had had and what we had witnessed about this environmental problem, and as climate actors and members of the community, we decided to take steps to curb the unpleasant disposal of plastic wastes. We spoke to the different stakeholders: the director, waste collectors, student leaders, and the general community, to understand the problem and propose feasible solutions for the betterment of the community. We also conducted a survey among the EMIG community to understand waste management on campus.
Because we did not have enough finance to purchase sufficient dustbins, we proposed the use of empty rice bags, which was affordable and easy to find. We hanged these bags at all accessible points on campus, with the label ‘Only plastic waste’ on them. Through our sensitization campaigns, people’s behaviour towards waste management began to change, and the bags were gradually filled with plastic wastes. We did not have a place for storage and recycling, hence we had to partner with Geston et La Valorisation des Dechets (GVD-Afrique), to recycle every ton of waste collected into useful products for the benefit of the community. As we have seen students stand for long hours during recreational activities, we decided to make the end product of our recycling plastic benches, which would be available at the recreation centres. Presently we have provided a bench for the basketball court. Everyone now benefits from the simple act of gathering their plastic wastes.
School is a reliable place to change the mindset of every society. We organized awareness campaigns and brought products made from plastic, and everybody in the school was involved. After a few weeks, our goal was achieved, and plastics are now disposed of properly. Through our experience and activities, we have come to understand that climate action through community involvement is a step toward achieving a global goal.
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What’s Lurking In Your Backyard? – #33 Australian Wood Duck
This series looks at the variety of fauna that may be found in the suburban backyard or local reserve and the diversity may be surprising to some people. The obvious fauna are the vast array of birds that are readily seen by day and some by night, but there are numerous species that are nocturnal. Some of these nocturnal species people are familiar with as they tramp across the roof at night with what sounds like hobnail boots on, or they hear fighting in the backyard over food and territory. Others are cryptic and may only be seen infrequently when they enter the house for warmth and shelter. Each week or so I will highlight a different species that may be found in and around Melbourne’s backyards, parks and reserves, some may be familiar others less so.
#33 Australian Wood Duck
For the last couple of years, we have had the pleasure of these birds nesting in a tree on the adjacent property, although unsuccessful in the breeding as no chicks have been seen. We often see them feeding on our front lawn.
Frequenting water bodies especially dams or anywhere there may be standing water especially along roadsides, they have a preference for shallow rather than deep water. This species is becoming very common with our area often in small flocks along roadsides which can bring traffic to a standstill as they wander across the road at their own pace. Of course, this often leads to fatalities if they don’t move fast enough for some drivers.
The male is quite distinctive with its dark brown head and pale grey body with two black stripes along its back. The male also has a mane which has resulted in the alternative name of Maned Duck. The female has a lighter head with two white stripes above and below the eye. Both sexes have speckled breast with the female extending to the flanks. In contrast to the male’s black underbelly the females are white.
As mentioned above this species nest in trees hollows which is a good reason to keep trees with hollows standing whether dead or alive if they do not pose a threat to life and property. They form monogamous breeding pairs that will stay together all year round with both parents taking responsibility for feeding the young birds.
The diet consists of herbaceous material such as grass, herbs, clover etc as well as some insects.
Their tendency to be found in the open on grassy verges and paddocks also makes them susceptible to domestic pet and fox attacks.
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When it comes to natural phenomena, rainbows are one of the most well-known and awe-inspiring sights. But have you ever heard of a moonbow? Also known as a lunar rainbow, these beautiful nighttime rainbows are created by the light of the moon rather than the sun.
Like regular rainbows, moonbows are formed by the reflection, refraction, and dispersion of light in water droplets. However, instead of sunlight, moonbows are created by the moon’s rays. They are much fainter than regular rainbows and are typically seen as white, although their colors can be captured in long exposure photographs.
To see a moonbow, certain conditions must be met. The moon must be full or near full, and it must be low in the sky (preferably less than 42 degrees). The sky must also be very dark, and there must be water droplets in the air, such as from rain or a waterfall. Moonbows are much rarer than regular rainbows, occurring less than 10 percent as often, and can only be observed for a few hours before sunrise or after sunset.
Moonbows can also be induced by spray, fog, or mist, and can be seen at various waterfalls around the world, including Niagara Falls in New York, Yosemite National Park in California, and Victoria Falls on the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe.
To spot a moonbow, look for a pale, white rainbow when the moon is low and bright. While it may be difficult to see colors with the naked eye, you can capture them easily with a camera on a tripod.
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Ketosis is a condition in the body where there are high levels of ketone bodies in the blood. The following article talks about the symptoms, side effects, and the controversies surrounding this condition.
Note: Ketosis and its symptoms are often confused with diabetic ketoacidosis. However, diabetic ketoacidosis is a life-threatening condition, where a severe deficiency of insulin, leads to a toxic buildup of blood glucose, accompanied by excessive breakdown of fat and muscle tissues. However, such alarming levels of ketone bodies are not usually seen in healthy individuals.
Our body produces energy from the glucose we get from the consumed carbohydrates. But when glucose is not available, the liver produces ketone bodies to provide the body with the required energy. Although ketones are always present in the body, their levels can rise during a period of prolonged fasting. This condition is called ketosis.
The most common cause of ketosis is following a low-carb diet. When one switches over from a high-glycemic diet to a low-glycemic diet, their body enters into a stage of ketosis. The body does not immediately start producing ketones, but if carbohydrates are not included in the diet for a long time, say two days or more, the body starts utilizing the energy from its fat stores. The glucose is thus preserved only for dire conditions like preventing protein and muscle breakdown.
The initial stage of ketosis is considered relatively harmless. In fact, ketosis has also been deliberately induced through a ketogenic diet to treat epilepsy. However, prolonged ketosis is harmful for the body and is highly discouraged.
The most common symptoms of ketosis include:
- Excessive thirst
- Nausea accompanied by abdominal pain
- Problems with sleeping
- Bad breath
- Cold hands and feet
- Metallic, sweet, or fruity taste in the mouth
- Strong smelling urine
- Loss of appetite
- Temporary sense of euphoria
A confirmatory urine test can be done to see whether the body is in a state of ketosis. One can purchase ketosis strips that are easily available in the market. The strip changes color if ketone bodies are present in the urine.
A prolonged state of ketosis can cause major health problems like:
- Calcium deficiency
- Kidney stones
- Liver damage
Controversy Surrounding Ketosis and its Symptoms
Most people claim that going into ketosis and exhibiting its symptoms is no reason for alarm, and simply denotes a different and specific phase of metabolism that the body is going through. This is the main reason that people still strongly advocate going in for low-carb diets, and even go to the extent of claiming that certain organs function better during the state of ketosis. However, research says that ketone bodies are acidic compounds, and their accumulation in the blood could lead to toxicity. It is an aggravation of symptoms that lead to the potentially life-threatening condition called ketoacidosis.
Doing Away With Ketosis
The easiest way of reversing ketosis is by including carbohydrates in the diet. One has to make sure that they do not start consuming carbohydrates suddenly, but increase the intake gradually, after consulting a health professional. Eating smaller and frequent meals help mitigate the symptoms to a large extent. Another important thing is to keep the body hydrated to help dilute the urine and, in turn, flush out the ketone bodies.
To avoid conditions like ketosis and other medical complications, it is always advisable that you consult a health professional before making any extreme changes in your diet. He/she would best know what is suitable for you and guide you accordingly.
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A stabbing pain in the stomach can leave one feeling very helpless. One may just want to hold on to a pillow and curl up in bed, praying for the pain to disappear. Recurring bouts of stabbing abdominal pain must never be ignored. Diagnostic tests must be conducted to determine the underlying medical condition that may be responsible for causing pain.
The term ‘abdominal pain’ is often used for referring to the pain felt in the stomach region. The intensity of the pain could range from mild to severe. Pain could be felt for a brief period or may even be constant or long-lasting. The pain could be dull, sharp, gnawing or stabbing in nature. Though a mild stomach ache that may sometimes be felt due to indigestion is not really a cause of serious concern, excruciating stomach pain that appear from time to time might be indicative of a serious health problem.
If any organ in the abdominal cavity gets affected, it could give rise to pain and discomfort in the abdominal region. If you have been experiencing excruciating pain in your stomach every now and then, you must seek medical assistance. Here are some of the common causes of abdominal discomfort.
Did you eat contaminated food? Consuming food that has not been handled properly or has not stored/prepared in a hygienic manner could be responsible for causing food poisoning. If you drink contaminated water or consume food items that have been contaminated by bacteria, toxins or parasites, you are giving an open invitation to harmful pathogens to invade your stomach. So, be careful about what you eat. Food poisoning is characterized by severe cramp-like pain. Other symptoms that may accompany pain include diarrhea, vomiting and nausea.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
The exact causes of irritable bowel syndrome are not known. It is believed that this functional disorder of the gut may be triggered by stress. It is believed that the nerves that transmit messages between the intestines and the brain may become hyperactive, thereby making the intestine sensitive. This could affect the intestinal motility and cause sudden muscle contractions. Therefore, symptoms could get worse when the individual is under a lot of stress. The symptoms could appear or worsen on eating certain food items. People suffering from irritable bowel syndrome are most likely to experience cramps, pain, bloating, constipation or diarrhea.
Recurring episodes of abdominal discomfort or pain may be due to the inflammation of the stomach lining. This lining performs the function of protecting the stomach from the acids. Prolonged use of certain anti-inflammatory medications, excessive intake of alcohol and smoking could also lead to erosion in stomach lining. Due to inflammation and erosion of the thick mucous layer or the stomach lining, hydrochloric acid and pepsin present in the stomach can cause sores or peptic ulcers. Ulcers could also be caused due to an infection in the stomach lining by a bacterium known as H. pylori.
Appendix is a 3.5 inch long tube extending from the large intestine. An inflamed appendix can also be responsible for causing a sharp abdominal pain. Pain or discomfort may arise due to a blockage in the appendix. In the initial stages, the pain is experienced around the belly button, but this may spread to the right lower abdomen. Pain could also be accompanied by other symptoms such as nausea, vomiting or fever. If left untreated, inflamed appendix may burst and the contents may spill over into the abdominal cavity. This might lead to inflammation in the lining of the abdominal cavity.
Diverticulosis is a medical condition that is characterized by the formation of diverticula in the walls of large intestine. The term ‘diverticula’ refers to pouches that form when pressure is exerted on the intestinal walls by the waste material stored in the large intestine. Diverticulitis refers to the inflammation of the abnormal pouches present in the intestinal wall. A large tear in the diverticulum can cause the wastes to spill over into the abdominal cavity. This can cause an infection or inflammation of the abdomen wall. Those suffering from diverticulitis generally experience symptoms such as abdominal discomfort, nausea, vomiting, chills and weight loss.
Some women can experience abdominal discomfort during menstruation. Pregnant women may experience a jabbing pain in event of an ectopic pregnancy. This is a complication of pregnancy wherein the fertilized egg gets implanted outside the uterus. It could be implanted in the abdomen, ovary or the cervix. This could lead to severe pain in the lower right or lower left abdomen. Inflammation in the fallopian tubes or formation of painful ovarian cysts could also cause a piercing pain.
If you often experience pain in the abdominal region, do not ignore it. Do consult a doctor to get a proper diagnosis. Blood, urine and stool samples would be tested for identifying the underlying medical condition that may be causing abdominal discomfort. If you have been suffering from chronic constipation, start paying attention to your eating habits. Eating a fiber-rich diet may help to a great extent. Kidney stones, Crohn’s disease, pancreatitis, food allergies, acid reflux disease, gallstones and intestinal obstruction are some of the medical conditions that could cause pain. So, the treatment will vary depending on the underlying condition. Doctors might prescribe anti-inflammatory drugs or antibiotics for treating inflammatory conditions and bacterial infections respectively. Do follow the advice of your doctor and make certain changes in your lifestyle to prevent further complications.
If you have been suffering from recurring bouts of stomach pain, you must seek medical help soon. If the underlying condition is diagnosed in the early stages, it can be easily treated with the help of drug therapy and lifestyle modifications.
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Ned term | Nursing homework help
Using the directional terms in the table from your textbook, describe how you, or someone close by you, is sitting or standing. Include at least 5 of the terms describing body positioning and movement. Then describe the opposite (for example, if you said your foot was plantar flexed, use dorsiflexed) for all of the terms you used, and make a guess whether you would be comfortable in that position.
Your response should be posted to the Discussion Area below. By the end of the week, begin commenting on at least 2 of your peers’ responses. Ask questions, further the discussion of the topic, reinforce a response, or add another dimension to the discussion. Always use constructive language.
Think of a few examples or do some research into examples where the prefix or suffix of a root word changes the meaning from one term to another. Why is it critical for medical professionals to understand and use prefixes and suffixes carefully? | <urn:uuid:94888a33-205d-48b1-92f6-c608e4411bb3> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://helpmynursingpaper.com/2022/11/03/ned-term-nursing-homework-help/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.913096 | 200 | 3.484375 | 3 |
What is Regenerative Agriculture?
Or…Why Should We Farm Like the Earth Depends On It?
Regenerative Agriculture is a system of farming principles and practices that increases biodiversity, enriches soils, improves watersheds, and enhances ecosystem services.
Regenerative Agriculture captures carbon in soil and aboveground biomass, reversing current global trends of atmospheric accumulation. This means that regenerative agriculture has the potential to reverse climate change.
Practices include recycling as much farm waste as possible, composting and holistic planned grazing of livestock.
Why is Regenerative Agriculture Important to Health?
Regenerative agriculture leads to healthy soils, which leads to nutrient dense food. Nutrient dense food means a healthier you. Less use of inputs in farming leads to healthier air & water for all of us. Healthier soil also means more carbon is being removed from the atmosphere and put into the ground, helping to solve the global climate crisis, which leads to a much healthier you.
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History of Gold and Gold Rates
Gold a precious metal and Gold is used as a standard of currency in any country. To understand the value of Gold one can simply say that a country can issue as many currency notes for their country as many gold reservoirs they have in their central bank.
What is difference in 24 Caret and 22 Caret?
The 100% pure form of Gold is 24 Caret. Mostly Gold as a reservoir is kept in the form of 24 carets in the shape of big tiles. A few years ago it was almost impossible to make jewelry of Gold with 24 carets. But thanks to the latest machinery now which is used by many companies for offering Gold Jewelry in 24 carets. Most Gold is mixed with other metals to strengthen the shapes and reduced the level of Gold to 22 carets, 21 carets, 20 carets, and 18 carets.
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Gold is a Soft & Precious Metal
Gold is a soft metal and in one Quebec feet contains 1200 pounds of Gold weight. Gold is one of those few metals which can be molded easily.
What is a symbol of Gold & Boiling point of Gold
The symbol of Gold is Au and the boiling point of Gold is 2,700 centigrade.
Why Gold is so Expensive?
People think there are three main reasons why gold is so expensive.
Beauty of Gold
The benefits of Gold in multiple things e.g. motherboards of computers, Gold is also used in the board making of Apple Mobile.
The Gold is Unique Metal in the World
What are measurements of Gold?
Gold is normally measured in grams, tola, Kg and Tons. Grams is a smaller unit for Gold measurement and Tola is a big unit of Gold measurement in daily life. For a country level transaction of Gold is also dealt in Tons. Following are the calculations for Gold measurements.
1 tola of gold = 11.6638 grams
1 Kg of Gold = 1000 grams
1 Tons of Gold = 907.185 Kilograms
Who decides value of Gold?
One most commonly asked question from the economists and treasury specialists is that “Why Gold is so expensive?” and “Who decides the value of Gold?” Well, the reality is there is no single organization which decides value of Gold, but as per demand and supply of Gold, the rate is decided. Also how many expenses are occurred on mining of Gold effects the value of Gold Prices in different countries.
Where are Biggest Reservoirs of Gold in World?
The biggest and infect more than 50% of Gold reservoirs are found in South Africa mines. The first time in 1866 the biggest reservoirs of Gold were found in South Africa. Now from the last many years, Gold mining is also started in the USA, China, Canada, and Pakistan. | <urn:uuid:3a48c67f-3c80-4e40-a991-02f84eb082d9> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://humawaz.pk/category/finance/gold-rates/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.955562 | 623 | 3.296875 | 3 |
In the face of escalating environmental concerns, the HVACR industry is actively pursuing decarbonization to usher in a more sustainable era. Embracing innovations like heat pumps, low GWP refrigerants, and smart technologies, the industry aims to significantly reduce its carbon footprint and align with global sustainability goals.
This commitment to greener practices reflects a transformative journey, where advancements in technology and collaborative efforts underscore a dedication to environmental responsibility, energy efficiency, and personalized comfort. Stay informed with HVACR Global as we explore the evolving landscape on the path towards a more sustainable and efficient future in the HVACR industry.
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In a world increasingly concerned with environmental sustainability, the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) industry is taking significant strides towards decarbonization. The push to reduce the carbon footprint of HVACR systems is ushering in a new era of more efficient and environmentally friendly technologies, including heat pumps and refrigerants with lower global warming potentials.
The Need for Decarbonization
As urbanization continues to rise and energy costs soar, there is an urgent need for the HVACR industry to address its environmental impact. HVACR systems are ubiquitous, serving residential, commercial, and industrial sectors, but their energy consumption and reliance on high global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants have raised environmental concerns.
Global initiatives, including the Paris Agreement, have placed a spotlight on the HVACR sector’s contribution to greenhouse gas emissions. With buildings accounting for approximately 40% of the world’s energy consumption, decarbonizing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems becomes pivotal in meeting climate goals.
To mitigate the environmental impact of HVACR systems, the industry is transitioning to more sustainable technologies:
1. Heat Pumps: Heat pumps are rapidly gaining attention as a sustainable alternative to traditional heating and cooling systems. These devices leverage renewable energy sources, such as geothermal and air-source heat, to provide efficient heating and cooling, dramatically reducing energy consumption. Heat pumps not only lower operating costs but also decrease carbon emissions.
2. Low GWP Refrigerants: Refrigerants play a critical role in the environmental impact of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. The HVACR industry is actively shifting from high GWP refrigerants, such as HFCs, to low GWP alternatives. Refrigerants like HFOs (hydrofluoroolefins) and natural refrigerants like CO2 and ammonia have significantly lower global warming potentials, helping to curb greenhouse gas emissions.
3. Smart and Connected Systems: The Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming the HVACR industry by enabling remote monitoring and control of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Smart thermostats and advanced control systems optimize energy use, resulting in reduced carbon emissions while providing consumers with enhanced comfort and energy savings.
4. Demand for Personalized Comfort: Consumers now demand more control over their indoor environments. heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems are adapting to accommodate personalized comfort zones within homes and businesses. This not only enhances user satisfaction but also enables energy-efficient operations by only conditioning spaces as needed.
Impact and the Road Ahead
The efforts towards decarbonization in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration industry are yielding positive results. More energy-efficient systems, sustainable refrigerants, and smart technologies are reducing carbon emissions and energy consumption, aligning with global sustainability goals.
Manufacturers, researchers, and industry professionals are collaborating to innovate and adapt to these changing trends. The industry’s transition to sustainable technologies reflects its commitment to environmental responsibility, energy efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
As we continue on this path towards a greener HVACR future, it’s crucial to stay informed about the latest developments and technological advancements. HVACR Global remains committed to bringing you the most up-to-date news and insights on the journey towards decarbonization and sustainability in the HVACR industry.
In conclusion, the HVACR industry’s commitment to decarbonization is steering it towards a greener and more sustainable future. The urgent need to address environmental impact has led to significant advancements, from the widespread adoption of heat pumps and low GWP refrigerants to the integration of smart and connected systems. These innovations not only enhance energy efficiency but also contribute to a substantial reduction in carbon emissions, aligning with global sustainability goals and initiatives like the Paris Agreement.
As manufacturers, researchers, and industry professionals continue to collaborate and innovate, the HVACR sector is poised for a transformative journey. The positive impact of these efforts is evident in the industry’s evolving landscape, reflecting a commitment to environmental responsibility, energy efficiency, and meeting the demands for personalized comfort. Looking ahead, staying informed about the latest developments remains crucial as we collectively work towards a more environmentally conscious and efficient HVACR industry. | <urn:uuid:2cf3377c-6a87-4dc8-994c-4f2f818cfb9b> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://hvacr-global.com/decarbonization-in-hvacr/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.900307 | 1,036 | 2.9375 | 3 |
DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION OF SMART METER FOR SMART CITY
Keywords:Smart grid, Smart meter, Energy consumption, MQTT, Python.
Smart city has developed energy, environmental, and healthcare services. It is also continuously providing new services to all citizens. This paper is concerned with the design and implementation of smart meter system as the core for smart grid in smart city. A system is proposed where the electricity supply is monitored by measuring its related parameters (voltage, current, power, energy consumption, and consumption bill) and issuing Short Message Service (SMS) notification of the consumption. The designed system used PZEM-004T, Arduino Mega, Raspberry Pi and Node-Red platforms. The data related to the measured parameters are successfully transmitted to the datacenter using Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT) protocol, stored in MySQL database using core python program, and displayed on Node-Red platform. The test and verification of the system are performed using different scenarios showing that successful and accurate operation of the system components are achieved. Finally, the designed system can be extended to cover large geographical areas and can be modified to serve for pre-paid arrangement in an effort to assist in reducing the electricity consumption in Iraq with the continuing crises of electricity. | <urn:uuid:8eaa0167-3022-4633-83b8-ce931e8376cd> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://ijict.edu.iq/index.php/ijict/article/view/127 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.914755 | 261 | 2.65625 | 3 |
1/48 CAC CA-13 Boomerang
When Australia became involved in the Pacific War in December 1941, the Royal Australian Air Force was ill-prepared, to say the very least. With Australia's main combat forces deployed to North Africa and England, it was clear that there was little to stand in the way of the advancing Japanese. There were only two modern aircraft in production with Commonwealth Aircraft: a license-built version of the Bristol Beaufort torpedo bomber, and the North American NA-33, or NA-16-2K, a derivative of the “Yale” two-seat trainer, known as the “Wirraway.”
On December 11, 1941, Commonwealth Aircraft requested a meeting at the Air Ministry in Canberra. Chief Lawrence Wackett and his chief assistant, Fred David, had a proposal for a fighter. Building on the concept involved in the North American NA-50 and NA-68 single-seat fighter variants of the NA-16 design, Wackett presented a proposal to build a single-seat fighter based on the “Wirraway”. Wackett saw that the main problem with the NA-50 and NA-68 was that they were underpowered. He proposed to use the most powerful engine currently in production in Australia, the Pratt and Whitney R-1830-SC34G Twin Wasp, which powered the license-built Beauforts. It took five days for the RAAF to say yes, and the program was afforded the highest priority. With RAAF approval, Commonwealth Aircraft gave Wackett and David orders to commence design of what was then known as the CA-12 on December 21, 1941. An initial order “off the drawing board” for 105 CA-12s was placed in February 1942.
Thus was born the “Boomerang,” the only indigenous Australian fighter design to ever see production and combat. Born of desperation, the Boomerang was perhaps the best improvisation to ever take flight.
Fortunately for Australia, the USAAF arrived on the scene with the 49th Fighter Group and was able to provide front-line air defense during the dark days of the first six months of the war.
On May 29, 1942, a mere 16 weeks after being given the directive to commence design work, the first CA-12 completed taxying trials and made its first flight. Test pilot Ken Fruin was elated by the performance of the new airplane. It was highly maneuverable, with a climb rate better than the P-40, Hurricane I or Spitfire I. The airplane exhibited no problems, with its only minus being a top speed only slightly in excess of 300 m.p.h. In June, mock combats between the Boomerang and a P-40E and P-39D were held, which revealed that at 10,000 feet the Boomerang could turn inside both American fighters and outclimb both. Even with a speed advantage and an ability to dive faster initially, the P-40E could not evade the Boomerang. The P-39 could dictate the terms of combat, but the Boomerang could always outmaneuver the Airacobra. The Boomerang was a winner, and was ordered into production, armed with two locally-produced 20mm Oerlikon cannon (the prototype for which was a war trophy brought back from North Africa by an Australian Army Sergeant), and four .303 Browning machine guns.
In late 1942 and early 1943, 83 and 85 Squadrons RAAF became operational with their Boomerangs, with 83 Squadron at Horn Island in the north and 85 at Perth in the West. 84 Squadron was sent to New Guinea. 83 Squadron shot down two Betty bombers in the summer of 1943, being the only victories scored by Boomerangs on home defense.
In late 1943, 4 Squadron began to operate Boomerangs alongside their Wirraways in the close support role in New Guinea. The Boomerangs were initially used to cover the Wirraways, but it was found that the higher-powered Boomerang was perfect for maneuvering in mountainous jungle valleys at low level to participate in combat. Thus the Boomerang found its forte, where it became the favorite airplane of the Australian Army as “Boomer Boys” - as the pilots came to be known - searched out Japanese forces hidden in the jungle, knocking out the target themselves with their cannon, or calling in Kittyhawk fighter-bombers to finish off the Japanese targets. 5 Squadron began operating Boomerangs on Bougainville in 1944, where their prowess was such that the RNZAF Corsairs stationed there - whose commanders had concluded there were no worthy targets left - found themselves well-employed in supporting Australian and New Zealander ground forces on the island in their bloody struggle against the remaining Japanese right up to the end of the war. Boomerangs also operated over Borneo in 1945 in a similar role.
There have been two other 1/48 kits of the Boomerang released in the early 1990s, one very early, very primitive limited-run kit from Kiwi Aviation Models, and one a less-primitive kit by LTD which was marketed by Squadron. The New Zealand kit was hard to build (I did one) but was accurate in outline and dimensions. The same cannot be said for the LTD kit, which made the mistake several model companies have made (including Montex with their 1/32 kit) of getting the fuselage too short.
This new release by Special Hobby makes all the other 1/48 kits obsolete. The kit is accurate in shape and dimensions, and has one of the best detailed OOB cockpits Special Hobby has ever put in a release. Surface detail is petite and sharp.
The kit comes on four sprues of grey plastic, with a detailed resin engine. The clear canopy can be posed open. Decals are provided for four different aircraft.
This kit differs from Special Hobby's previous CA-12, in that it provides a resin “hedgehog” exhaust, and the elevators do not have fabric effect, these being the primary visual difference between the two variants.
The very detailed cockpit would fit into the model more easily if one sanded the fuselage sides so they were thinner. I didn't do this because I was concerned about sanding off the interior surface detail, but in the final result the cockpit is tight enough you can't see that anyway, so my recommendation is sand away and get that area around the cockpit about half the thickness it is to start with.
There is a lot of fiddly detail with the engine accessories, which can be seen through the open wheel well. I decided that since the model was unlikely to be picked up very often, that I would only do the major items, the other very small things looking like more trouble than value.
Several other reviewers have claimed the cowling is too small for the engine and resorted to shims to widen it enough to go around the engine. This is nonsense. Once inside the tight cowling, the outer edges of the pistons cannot be seen anyway. Sand the engine down to fit the cowling, because the cowling is right to fit to the fuselage.
I sanded the trailing edges of the wings and horizontal stabilizers from the inside before gluing them together, to get thinner, more accurate-looking trailing edges. The separate rudder is also in two halves and needs the same treatment.
With careful fitting of the wing sub-assembly to the fuselage, you will not need much putty on the joints, but you can't get away with not using it. I also puttied the fuselage centerline to get it smooth, then went over all the joints with Tamiya Grey Surfacer to get everything nice and smooth.
Checking in with Gary Byk at Red Roo Models, I found that a close approximation of the Australian colors of “Dark Earth,” “Foliage Green” and “Sky Blue” can be obtained by using Tamiya “Red-Brown” for “Dark Earth,” “Black Green” for “Foliage Green,” and “Light Blue” (i.e., RLM65) for the lower surfaces. After first painting the tail and wing leading edges with Tamiya “Flat White” and masking them off, I applied the camouflage pattern freehand and faded the paint to imitate the tropic experience.
After I unmasked the canopy, I found that the sliding part is just too small to really get positioned right, and there are small stress fractures in the plastic from pushing it down into position. I may replace it with the vacuform canopy from an LTD kit I have, which won't have the problem. I “dinged” the model and scuffed it in appropriate areas, and airbrushed gunfire and exhaust stain. Remember that the rear fuselage between the cockpit and the tail assembly is wooden, so you won't see any metallic dings there. | <urn:uuid:1b46ed22-a565-403b-81df-740cebd51fee> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://imodeler.com/2014/01/148-cac-ca-13-boomerang/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.975678 | 1,889 | 3.1875 | 3 |
Educators must first determine the reading level of their students before beginning any reading instruction. An Informal Reading assessment is one method of accomplishing this.
A teacher administers an informal reading assessment to each student to examine their skills, shortcomings, and to determine their reading apprehension. The IRA measures a person’s ability to recognize and comprehend words.
Since the reading assessment is informal, it means that outcomes are kept and used to inform teaching tactics and instruction on an ongoing basis. This evaluation is also known as qualitative assessment since it places a high value on the teacher’s ability to observe the student closely.
An informal assessment is not quantifiable or statistically measurable, unlike an official assessment that assesses progress by taking a standardized test.
Levels of Informal Reading Assessments
The instructor must analyze and interpret the four levels of an informal reading assessment to develop reading instruction. Independent, instructional, frustration, and hearing capacity are a few levels to consider.
It’s important to remember that the correctness percentage may vary depending on the IRA. Let’s take a look at each of these IRA reading levels in more detail.
1. Independent Level
The independent level considers the text and words that a learner is able to read on their own, with 97% to 100% accuracy. Comprehension should be between 90% and 100% correct at this level.
2. Instructional Level
At this level, students should be able to recognize and understand 92% to 96% of the words they hear. Direct reading teaching should be given to pupils at this level in the regular classroom.
3. Frustration Level
In this context, “frustration level” refers to a student’s inability to progress in their reading comprehension because of the difficulty of the material. Word recognition rates typically fall below 92%, while comprehension rates fall below 70%
4. Hearing Capacity Level
The level of comprehension kids have when listening to a text being read to them is their Hearing Capacity. It is important to remember that a student’s reading ability may be lower than their hearing ability. This discrepancy suggests that the student may benefit more from listening training than reading education.
Purpose of Informal Reading Assessments
Teachers might utilize informal reading assessments to gauge their students’ progress in reading comprehension. A teacher can better understand each reader and their reading habits by allowing them to read aloud individually. But asides this, the use of an informal reading assessment serves the following purposes:
- To determine the causes of one’s reading difficulties and a student’s reading level.
- IRA provides subjective data to support standardized testing.
- It also gives tailored instruction to each student’s needs, including the students’ location and the resources used.
- To recognize and help struggling readers.
Teachers must first establish what they want to learn about a student’s reading skills before conducting an evaluation. The IRA becomes a valuable tool after a teacher selects what to assess.
Classroom-Based Informal Assessments
It is possible to use a variety of informal evaluation measures to measure reading comprehension. Teachers can make use of the resources listed below.
1. Recognizing letters and sounds
To learn to read, children must become familiar with the letters of the alphabet. Unknown letters and their sounds should be the focus of instruction. Students should recognize both upper and lowercase letters. Children’s ability to distinguish letters and sounds is tested.
Learning to recognize letters is a no-brainer for many youngsters when they start school. Students are less familiar with the sounds of the letters. Kindergarteners learn about both of these concepts.
At the beginning of the school year, mid-year, and at the end of each year, teachers should test students’ letter/sound recognition.
2. Ideas about print literacy
Reading and storytelling at home and school introduce youngsters to books and print regularly, often by accident. Print concepts include the knowledge that words, letters, sentences, and spaces have meaning.
Understanding the purpose of books and the many components of a book ( front cover, back cover, and spine) are all part of this process. After a while, kids pick up on more complex concepts, such as the fact that we start reading on the left and across the page until we get to the last word on the right.
Some youngsters in kindergarten have an excellent grasp of print principles, while others will learn more as the year progresses.
At the beginning and the halfway point of the school year, evaluate your child’s understanding of print. Students that need extra help should be identified, and you should adjust the speed of instruction accordingly.
2. Phonological Recognition
Reading instruction needs to teach students about sounds and how they work. Children can show that they know about sounds in different ways. As a classroom teacher, you need to know your strengths and weaknesses to plan your lessons.
When you understand onset-rime, you can put together the first sound Phonemes. Phoneme matching means figuring out which words start with the same sound.
The term ‘phoneme isolation’ means being able to pick out just one sound from a word. Phoneme blending is the skill of putting together different sounds to make a word.
The ability to separate the sounds in a word into their parts is Phoneme segmentation. Phoneme manipulation means altering, moving, or changing the order of the sounds in a word.
Reading comprehension tests are the most common kind of reading test that can be found in print. The most common way to test a child’s reading comprehension is to have the child read a passage appropriate for their age or grade level and then ask clear, detailed questions about the passage.
There are different ways to test basic reading comprehension. For example, instead of asking the child to answer questions about facts directly from the text, the child could be asked to answer questions about the information that is implied in the text or to tell the story in their own words.
Oral reading fluency
This test shows teachers how well a student can read aloud by giving them information about their reading level. It lets the teacher listen and track how the student reads, such as how many mistakes they make, if they change words, or if they need help from the teacher.
This assessment doesn’t give a lot of information. For example, it doesn’t test phonological skills, vocabulary, or the ability to understand. This is why it is often given along with other tests, such as the informal reading inventory, to measure reading skills. You should never use it by itself.
Note: When kids read aloud, they usually focus on getting the words right and don’t pay as much attention to understanding what they’re reading. Also, if this test is given to students who are just starting to learn English, it should be done in both English and the child’s first language.
Strategies for Informal Assessment
You may monitor your pupils’ progress and change your teaching methods by teaching online, in-person, or in a hybrid manner. You can utilize these five simple methods to evaluate your classes throughout the semester and after each lecture.
1. Be on the lookout for clues
Take a look around. This is something you’re probably already doing. Examine and decipher nonverbal signs, such as body language, facial expressions, and written language in online discussions.
As soon as you break your class into smaller groups, it’s difficult to track what’s being learned in each one. The +1/-1 count approach makes it simple to gauge the size of a room.
Track the number of students in each group as you travel around the room or listen in on the chatter. It’s a plus one when someone remembers or uses a lesson appropriately; a minus one when you hear someone misinterpret. Then, gather everyone together for a short reset when you get to a certain number (such as -3).
2. When in doubt, ask for clarification
To uncover any misunderstandings, ask your students a series of questions to measure their level of knowledge. Alternatively, you can invite students to come up with three highlights and one remaining question after a lecture.
When students ask questions, you get a sense of the kinds of misunderstandings that exist. Which concepts are still confusing your students? In future classes, you can utilize that information to address those issues.
3. Check for morale
Ask students for input frequently and make it clear that you utilize it to improve the learning experience. Although many teachers will stop mid-lesson to check for questions, this assumes that students who have questions are confident enough to state that they may be the only ones who don’t understand.
Instead, have everyone raise their hands to signify how comfortable they are with the material (one finger for no confidence, two for low confidence, and three for high confidence). Quickly gauge the level of performance in your class with this. Surveys and polling options are also available online.
4. Perform a search using the database
Take advantage of any metrics you have available to see if there are any trends in student participation. Some metrics flag pupils who are failing early on.
Is the trend going up or down? How much time are students spending on a particular subject? Are students returning to the activity after they’ve dropped out? You should also pay attention to the people you’re interacting with online and the inquiries you’re getting.
5. Take deliberate actions
Every interaction with pupils is an opportunity to learn something new about them and their learning. Students’ needs and progress should be constantly monitored and incorporated into your teaching methods.
As you observe, inquire, check-in, and scan for ideas to aid your students and enhance the methods you employ in the classroom, keep this in mind:
To Wrap Up
Informal readings assessments provide students with feedback and data on their reading comprehension skills. They can provide students with feedback on where they can improve their skills to help students become more fluent and improve their comprehension skills.
Informal assessments provide students with opportunities to develop their reading skills in a classroom environment, which is valuable for students with special needs or those practicing a second language.
Informal assessments provide opportunities for students to develop and improve their reading skills in an informal, supportive, comfortable setting.
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The Federal Election Commission (FEC) is needed more now than during that dark period in American political history known as the Watergate scandal, the debacle that caused its creation. Unfortunately, a resignation catastrophe has occurred bringing the valuable work of the Federal Election Commission to a virtual shutdown.
The self-proclaimed mission of the Federal Election Commission is: To protect the integrity of the federal campaign finance process by providing transparency and fairly enforcing and administering federal campaign finance laws. In the early 1900’s former President Theodore Roosevelt recognized the need for campaign finance reform and asked Congress for legislation to prevent election abuses.
Congress responded by passing the Tillman Act of 1907, it was the first legislation in the United States prohibiting monetary contributions to national political campaigns by corporations. It would be decades before any other meaningful legislation to curb abuse of America’s federal electoral process would take place. That meaningful legislation 64 years later was the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971, its original purpose was to focus on increased disclosure of all contributions to federal campaigns. Ironically the Act was signed into law by former President Richard Nixon, whose 1972 presidential campaign abuse was so horrific that it caused Congress to amend the Act in 1974 to create the Federal Election Commission.
The Federal Election Commission does 3 basic things:
1) Publishes reports filed by Senate, House of Representatives and presidential campaigns that list how much each campaign has raised and spent, and a list of all donors over $200, along with each donor’s home address, employer and job title
2) Enforces provisions of the Federal Elections Act that prohibit certain type of federal campaign contributions, and those that set limits on how much can be contributed to federal campaigns
3) Oversees the public funding of presidential campaigns
It accomplishes these 3 things through a 6 member commission appointed by the President of the United States and confirmed by the United States Senate. Each member serves a six-year term, and two seats are subject to appointment every two years. By law, at least four commissioners are required for any official FEC action. The Chair of the FEC rotates among the members each year, with no member serving as chairman more than once during a six-year term. A member may serve as Chair more than once before serving beyond the six-year mark if no successor is appointed. Ellen Weintraub, the current Chair elected in 2018, was previously Chair in both 2003 and 2013.
The reason to implement the no successor appointed provision that has allowed Weintraub to serve as Chair 2 additional times, is the same reason that has caused the current catastrophe taking place on the Federal Election Commission. Last month Vice Chair Matthew S. Petersen resigned leaving only 3 FEC Commissioners, the law that created the Federal Election Commission requires that it must have a quorum of 4 commissioners to take any official actions.
The law also requires that no more than 3 commissioners can be members of the same political party, Petersen’s resignation leaves Democrat Weintraub, Republican Caroline C. Hunter and independent Steven T. Walther. Commissioner Caroline Hunter said in a statement “Without a quorum, certain Commission activities will not take place. For example, the Commission will not be able to hold meetings, initiate audits, vote on enforcement matters, issue advisory opinions, or engage in rulemakings.”
This Federal Election Commission catastrophe could have been easily avoided. Because President Trump nominated James E. “Trey” Trainor III 2 years ago to replace Republican Commissioner Lee Goodman, who has since resigned. If the Senate had voted to confirm Trainor in a timely fashion the Federal Election Commission would currently have the necessary 4 commissioners to continue its work.
Unfortunately, the Senate is controlled by a known opponent and harsh critic of campaign finance laws Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell. Since McConnell became Senate Majority Leader in 2015, not one person has been confirmed to serve on the FEC. To add insult to his injurious action of not allowing the Senate to confirm new commissioners, McConnell has blocked multiple election security bills from getting an up or down Senate vote.
Most notably are the Secure Elections Act whose bi-partisan sponsors are Republican Sen. James Lankford and Democrat Amy Klobuchar, two bipartisan bills unanimously approved by the Senate Judiciary Committee under the leadership of staunch conservative Sen. Lindsey Graham, and the Honest Ads Act. McConnell resents being called “Moscow Mitch,” but his failure to allow votes on these bills to prevent foreign interference in American elections, even after his own Republican-controlled Senate Intelligence Committee has said conclusively that election systems in all 50 states were targeted by Russia in 2016, and his unwillingness to confirm President Trump’s nominee to the Federal Election Commission means he has earned the label.
As an election law expert at the University of California at Irvine and campaign finance attorney, Professor Rick Hasen has said: “With foreign governments and others potentially looking to interfere in the 2020 elections, it is essential we have a working FEC with a full complement of commissioners, Even if the Democrats and Republicans on the commissioners would deadlock on ordinary enforcement matters, there is at least a chance they could come together in an emergency to help ensure the integrity of the 2020 campaign.”
If Mitch McConnell is so bothered by being referred to as “Moscow Mitch” and wants to disassociate himself from the label, his first order of business as the Senate returns from the summer recess is to schedule a vote confirming James Trainor as the 4th commissioner, putting an end to the Federal Election Commission catastrophe and allowing it to get about the business of protecting America’s elections.
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To Avoid An American War Ukraine Must Be Poland Not The Rhineland
In 1936 Adolf Hitler and Germany, in violation of the Treaty of Versailles, militarily reoccupied the Rhineland and the world unofficially appeased it by doing nothing. In 1938 Hitler and Germany invaded Czechoslovakia and the world officially appeased it in the Munich Agreement. As a result of world appeasement in 1936 and 1938, in 1939 Hitler and Germany felt free to invade Poland starting World War 2. If America wants to avoid a very-possible very-near future war with a particular non-Russian country, it must stand up now vigorously to Putin and Russia in Ukraine making Ukraine a final straw Poland and not an appeasement Rhineland and Czechoslovakia that led to World War 2.
It’s gratifying to see how most of the world is working together to avoid the mistakes that led to World War 2. It’s clear to any unbiased observer that Vladimir Putin is using the same lies and distortions of the truth to justify his Ukraine war of aggression, as Hitler used to justify his World War 2 aggression. In 1936 Hitler violated the Treaty of Versailles by militarily reoccupying the Rhineland using the excuse that he and Germany felt threatened by the Franco-Soviet Treaty of Mutual Assistance, a NATO-like defense agreement between France and the former Soviet Union to prevent German military aggression.
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Steamers to Ships and Shipping Services to Lewis since 1750
by Colin Tucker
Shipping services are an essential part of the life of all islands and Lewis is no exception. This history makes a valuable contribution to the record of the life of Stornoway and Lewis, as well as chronicling an important element of maritime history. In the 17th century crossing the Minch could be a difficult and hazardous journey, when sailing ships might take several days to complete the journey, in stark contrast with the modern car-ferry which takes less than three hours. In the 19th century the introduction of steamships made journeys both quicker and more reliable.
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People are recipients of many lectures in school, but are rarely asked to translate learned material into an activity.
At the end of a seminar or mini-course, there are few opportunities to apply newfound knowledge.
- Focused on knowing instead of doing
- Easy to present knowledge to a large group of people
- Expensive and inefficient to set up individual practice conditions
Knowledge is cognitive understanding. Skills are a combination of cognitive understanding and physical ability used to perform an action. While gaining more knowledge is valuable, effective execution is a product of building skills.
Great athletes, artists, pilots, managers, CEO’s, etc., once failed at what they now excel. Their improvement did not evolve from watching and learning, or simply gaining more knowledge. It was a result of performing a task, receiving feedback, and correcting mistakes.
“Your success is going to be predicted by your skills and abilities. What is your work ethic and what will you learn from mistakes to build your skills?” -Gary Vaynerchuk, CEO Vayner Media; Four time NY Times bestselling author
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Decoding Workbook 1
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Author: Christensen, Carol
This is Workbook 1 in the Reading LINK Decoding series of four workbooks. It is most popular book to start as it provides the skills and the knowledge for the base of fluency with words. Many students who are experiencing difficulty with reading find this an easy book to start as it will provide success, skills and habits of reading. By using the Workbook 1 initially, the student will gain rapid confidence and be able to read some of the texts fluently while using the decoding process.
- Module 1: Consonant-Vowel-Consonant Words
- Module 2: Introducing Initial Consonant Blends
- Module 3: More Initial Blends
- Module 4: Introducing Final Consonant Digraphs
About Reading LINK:
Dr Carol Christensen developed this program over an extended period of research, field testing and usage in classrooms. It works when the methodology is followed on a regular basis. Results can be startling if the simple method is followed!
Reading LINK is a systematic and careful approach to teaching reading and spelling. It is designed to build fluency in reading which is then applied to writing and spelling! It is a very carefully sequenced approach to teaching reading where the student builds on their previous lesson. Each lesson follows the same process and can be completed within 10-15 minutes with a concentrated effort! Reading LINK is used by parents and teachers across Australia with an estimated usage of over 60,000 students!
The distinctive approach to the teaching of reading significantly accelerates early reading skills. It is also extremely successful with special needs such as dyslexia! Dr Christensen argues that all students can master the challenge to read and write when they are instructed in a careful and methodical approach as provided by Reading LINK.
About the Author:
Dr Carol Christensen was a senior lecturer in the Faculty of Education of The University of Queensland before going full-time in consulting and running professional development programs for primary and early childhood teachers. She has run and instructed many thousands of teachers across Australia and internationally.
You will need the following titles to use this workbook assuming you have read the Teacher's Manual:
Reading LINK Word and Letter Cards for Workbook 1
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Soil composition is explored in this book. Components which make soil are introduced. Consideration of what makes soil suitable for plant growth is discussed.
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- Pages: 20
- Series: The Adventures of WomWom
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- Publication Date: 7/05/2016
- Publisher: Knowledge Books and Software
- Subject: Literacy
- Audience: Primary
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Media Use Guidelines
Media use on devices like computers, tablets, smartphones, and TVs can be a source of learning and entertainment for kids. But too much can take away from other activities, such as sleeping, exercising, playing with friends, and doing homework.
Studies show that kids who watch too much TV are more likely to be overweight — and, depending on the content of what they see, more aggressive. Too much media use is also linked to poor grades, sleep problems, and behavior problems.
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) created these guidelines for media use:
- Babies and toddlers up to 18 months old: No screen time except for video-chatting with family and friends.
- Toddlers 18 months to 24 months: Some screen time with a parent or caregiver.
- Preschoolers: No more than 1 hour a day of educational programming, together with a parent or other caregiver who can help them understand what they're seeing.
- Kids and teens 5 to 18 years: Parents should figure out what media limits work best for their kids. Consider things like their age, health, and personality. Media should not take the place of enough sleep or being physically active.
Kids should have a wide variety of free-time activities, like spending time with friends and playing sports, which can help develop a healthy body and mind.
What Else Should I Know?
The quality of the media kids use is as important as the quantity, if not more so. That's why experts have not set specific time limits for school-aged kids and teens. Limits that different families might choose can vary depending on the age, health, and personality of their kids, and also on the family’s lifestyle and values. The AAP's family media plan tool helps parents think about these things as they create a media plan for their family.
Parents can help kids choose media content that is meaningful, educational, and social. They can also actively engage with their children as they use media to help guide them and teach them safe practices.
- Media Use Guidelines: Preschoolers
- Media Use Guidelines: Big Kids
- Media Use Guidelines: Teens
- Media Use Guidelines: Babies & Toddlers
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Portuguese bean soup has an incredibly rich flavor profile thanks to its many different spices and flavors.
This makes it one of the best recipes that we have tried so far!
What Is The Origin Of Portuguese Bean Soup?
The origins of this dish come from Portugal, where it was first created.
It is believed that the Portuguese developed their version of this classic stew during the Middle Ages when they were under Muslim rule.
The Muslims had introduced them to a variety of beans which are now commonly used in this dish such as chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans), white kidney beans, and black-eyed peas.
These three varieties of dried legumes are common throughout Europe and are also eaten today.
In addition, the Portuguese often use green lentils in their soups instead of red lentils because they are more flavorful.
In fact, the name “soup” comes from the French word “potage” meaning broth or stock, since all these soups are served with stock to add depth of flavor.
Many people believe that the Portuguese adapted this recipe by adding meat into the mix.
However, this isn’t true at all.
They simply added meat to other stews like caldo verde and alcatra, which originated from Spain.
Bean soup is usually served with bread, but you could always make your own version if you want to get creative.
What Are The Traditional Ingredients In A Portuguese Bean Soup Recipe?
While this classic dish may not be as popular today as some other dishes, there’s no doubt about what makes up this delicious soup.
- Beans – these provide the bulk of your protein, with around 25% coming from proteins like legumes and nuts
- Onions – onions add great depth to the flavor of the soup, plus they help keep your body warm during cold weather
- Chicken stock – chicken broth adds even more flavor than just beans alone, and provides the necessary nutrients for good health
- Sour cream – sour cream gives the soup a creamy texture without adding extra calories
- Potatoes – potatoes give the soup a starchy taste, which helps balance out the richness of the meaty vegetables used
- Mushrooms – mushrooms add additional vitamins and minerals, plus a nice amount of fiber, which keeps you feeling full longer
- Bread – bread brings another layer of flavor, providing a crunchy element while also giving you something to chew on
The star ingredient in a Portuguese bean soup recipe is…
This Portuguese bean soup uses black eyed peas (or “feijoada”), which comes from the legume family, and includes all the above-mentioned ingredients.
How Do You Make Portuguese Bean Soup?
The first step to making this delicious dish is to soak your beans overnight.
Then, cook them with onions, garlic, cumin, paprika, oregano, bay leaves, thyme, cinnamon sticks, saffron, and cloves.
Once cooked down, add tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, parsley, and salt before simmering for about 30 minutes.
Then, stir everything together until all the vegetables are softened and incorporated into the broth.
Add more water if necessary to thin out the mixture.
Be sure to check out these other fun recipes for beef stew and chicken rice soup for even more ways to enjoy this popular Portuguese soup.
If you’re looking for more information on Portuguese food, head over to our article detailing how to make a traditional Portuguese meatball sandwich.
We also recommend checking out our guide to Portugal’s national dishes.
What Are Some Variations Of Portuguese Bean Soup?
There are several types of Portuguese bean soup recipes out there, but the most common ones include black beans, white beans, chickpeas, kidney beans, and fava beans.
Other varieties of this dish also exist — like French-style bean soup, which uses both white and green beans.
What Is Your Favorite Portuguese Bean Soup Recipe?
We’ve created this recipe with the goal of making it as flavorful and delicious as possible.
This recipe was inspired by our trip through Portugal last year.
We were there just before Christmas, when they celebrate the feast day of St.
Lucia (December 13th).
The food is amazing, especially their dishes filled with beans.
For example, we had a plate of rice topped with white beans and sauteed onions, and another dish where we got two plates of rice covered in black beans.
The next time we went back to Portugal, we asked a cook at our hotel what his family served during the holidays.
He said that he didn’t know how much of the traditional foods had been lost over the years because most people now prefer more “Westernized” versions of meals.
But he shared with us his mother’s famous bean soup, which she still prepares every year around Christmas.
He brought us into her kitchen and showed us the big pot full of black beans sitting on top of the stove.
Then he explained all the steps involved in preparing them.
First, he boiled the black beans for about 15 minutes until tender.
Next, he added some oil, garlic, bay leaves, cumin, paprika, ground pepper, salt, and sugar to the pot.
After that, he let everything simmer together for about 30 minutes while stirring occasionally.
When the beans started getting soft, he took out half of them to make sure that both sides of the beans absorbed the seasoning well.
They then returned to the pot along with the rest of the ingredients.
Once everything blended together nicely, he turned off the heat and placed the whole mixture inside a large bowl.
After letting it cool down, he poured the thickened broth into individual bowls and garnished each serving with slices of lemon and parsley.
Our mouths watered immediately from the smell coming from the oven, but we decided not to risk burning ourselves eating hot soup straight from the pot.
Instead, we enjoyed it cold right away.
It tasted like a cross between minestra de feijoada (black-bean stew) and refogado (refreshing), which is why we call this our “crossing of cultures” Portuguese bean soup recipe.
You can adjust the spice level depending on your preference.
For a vegetarian version of Portuguese bean soup, try substituting chicken stock for regular water.
Just be careful if using low sodium chicken stock since it might add too much salt.
How Do You Like To Eat Your Portuguese Bean Soup?
If you’re looking for something simple but delicious, this is definitely the right recipe for you.
This dish can be served with crusty bread as well as rice or potatoes.
If you prefer more carbs, you could also serve it over noodles instead of rice.
The main ingredients in this recipe are all easy to find at any supermarket around the world.
You will need:
What Are Some Interesting Facts About Portuguese Bean Soup?
You may not know this but Portugal was once a very wealthy country due to their vast trade with other countries.
This wealth allowed them to become influential throughout Europe.
The Portuguese were known as explorers and merchants, and they often traveled all over the world during this period.
They traded goods from around the globe, including tea, cotton, sugarcane, tobacco, coffee, rice, and even slaves.
This influence lasted until 1820 when the French invaded Portugal.
The invasion forced King Ferdinand VII to abdicate his throne.
He went into exile and eventually died in Brazil where he became Emperor Dom Pedro IV.
After the French occupation, Portugal lost most of its wealth and power.
Many people fled to Brazil and Argentina, and the rest of the population suffered greatly because of poverty and famine.
In spite of being poor, Portugal still maintained an impressive cultural heritage.
Many important figures came out of this time such as Maria II (Queen), who led Portugal back to greatness and even founded the first university in Brazil.
Today, the Portuguese language remains strong in Brazil, Argentina, and Africa, and there’s even a famous football team called FC Porto that plays in the premier league of European Football Leagues.
Bean Soup History
For centuries, bean soup was considered a staple food.
People used beans for everything at one point or another – from making bread, to fuel fires, to making fertilizer.
During times of war, people would use dried beans instead of money and coins.
In fact, during World War I, British soldiers paid each other using dried peas, which were also rationed during the Great Depression.
As you might expect, bean soup is great for healthy living today too.
It provides lots of fiber, protein, iron, calcium, zinc, vitamin B1, B6, and folate, among others.
What Is The History Of Portuguese Bean Soup?
Bean soups were first introduced to Portugal by Arab merchants who brought them from North Africa.
These soups quickly became popular throughout Europe.
The word “soup” comes from French, which was derived from Middle English (meaning ‘to boil’).
The name given to this dish is actually a misnomer as it does not contain any meat or fish at all.
What it does contain is beans, vegetables, and herbs.
This type of soup is typically served with bread, but you can also serve it with crackers, fresh fruit like apples, pears, plums, and grapes, or even toast if you prefer.
Some people choose to add cheese, such as feta or cheddar, to their dishes.
If you want to make your own version of Portuguese bean soup, then follow along with our guide below.
- 1 pound dry navy beans
- 3 medium carrots
- 1 large onion
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 5-6 cups vegetable stock
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Saffron threads
- Parsley leaves
- Basil leaves
- Lemon juice
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Celery stalks, cut into pieces
- Feta cheese, crumbled
How Did Portuguese Bean Soup Become Popular?
This delicious dish originated from Portugal’s former colonies like Angola, Mozambique, Cape Verde, São Tomé & Príncipe, Guinea-Bissau, Macau, East Timor, etc.
It was brought over by people who settled there during colonial times as well as later migrants who came back after independence.
In fact, this recipe was passed down through generations because it tastes great no matter how old you get.
As time went on, Portuguese bean soup became more widely known across the globe due to its unique taste.
The following sections will explain why Portuguese bean soup is so good and what makes it special.
Why does Portuguese bean soup taste so good?
- The beans used in Portuguese bean soup are called “feijoada” (pronounced fay-ya-dah). These beans were originally grown in Brazil but are now also found all around the world.
- Feijoada contains various types of meat such as beef, lamb, pork, chicken, goat, turkey, sausage, and even ostrich. Each type of meat lends itself to a different flavor profile which makes feijoada very versatile.
- The vegetables used in Portuguese bean soup include potatoes, carrots, cabbage, black olives, turnips, squash, kale, spinach, and other root vegetables. They add color and texture to the soup while giving off a nice savory flavor.
- Finally, the seasoning in Portuguese bean soup includes saffron, cumin, coriander, garlic, onion, bay leaves, paprika, tomatoes, and olive oil.
Where did Portuguese bean soup come from?
In the early 1900’s, Portuguese immigrants started cooking their own versions of traditional dishes they grew up with.
Feijoada was probably among them since it had been passed down through generations before then.
After settling in Brazil, these Portuguese immigrants learned to cook Brazilian cuisine.
Then, when Brazil gained its independence in 1822, they began exporting food products throughout Europe and North America.
As a result, Portuguese bean soup spread all over the world.
What is the difference between Portuguese bean soup and Portuguese stewed bean soup?
There isn’t actually much of a difference between Portuguese bean soup and Portuguese stewed bean soup, aside from the broth being thickened differently.
However, most people prefer Portuguese bean soup over Portuguese stewed bean soup simply because it uses less water and takes longer to make.
What Are Some Common Misconceptions About Portuguese Bean Soup?
Many people think that this dish is very difficult to make because they don’t know how to cook beans properly.
If you don’t want your soup to taste bland, then you should definitely learn how to cook them correctly.
Additionally, if you add too much salt, you will end up with a salty soup instead of a flavorful one.
To avoid this problem, try adding less than 1/4 tsp of salt at most.
1. You need to soak the dried beans overnight before cooking them
In fact, soaking beans does not really help improve their texture.
However, as long as you do it right after buying them, there shouldn’t be any negative effects on your soup’s quality.
If you plan to use canned beans, simply rinse off the excess sodium from the cans and put them directly into the pot where you are going to boil them.
Otherwise, just skip this step altogether.
In either case, you still need to drain the soaked beans well before boiling them.
2. Don’t forget to simmer the beans gently
You must never allow the beans to come to a boil while cooking Portuguese bean soup.
They require gentle heat to preserve their nutrients and prevent them from becoming mushy.
The key here is to check the water level every few minutes until it reaches 2 inches above the top of the beans.
Once you see bubbles starting to form around the edge of the pan, remove it from the heat immediately.
Then let the beans cool down completely before moving forward with the rest of the steps.
3. The secret ingredient in Portuguese bean soup is cinnamon
Cinnamon adds another layer of flavor to this vegetable-based soup.
Soak it first by placing 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon in 1 cup of hot water for 5 minutes.
Let it cool down before straining out the cinnamon bits.
Then, pour the strained liquid back into the same pot where you boiled the beans.
Add fresh parsley leaves, garlic cloves, bay leaves, tomato, onion, and olive oil.
Bring everything to a boil, reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
Next, stir all ingredients together thoroughly, and bring the pot back to a low temperature (around 180 degrees F).
Cook the mixture for 45 more minutes before removing it from the heat.
Once the soup is ready, take out the contents of the pot, including the bay leaves, garlic cloves, and onions.
Allow the vegetables to cool down before transferring them to a blender, along with the whole tomatoes.
Puree the mixture until smooth.
Pour it back into the pot, stir in the cream, and reheat slowly over medium-low heat until it starts bubbling again.
- 1.5 pounds smoked ham hocks
- 1 onion diced
- 2 carrots diced
- 2 potatoes diced
- 2 ounce kidney beans
- 1 ounce tomato sauce
- 1 ounce Portuguese sausage stick
- 1 small head cabbage chopped
- 1 cup macaroni pasta uncooked
- To start, prepare the ham hock stock by combining the ham hocks with 2.5 quarts of water in a big pot. After bringing the water to a boil, reduce the heat to low. Cook for 1.5 hours on low heat with a cover on top.
- Take the ham hocks out and place them on a chopping board to cool. Cut the meat and skin from the bone once it has cooled. Slice the meat and skin thinly, then place them aside.
- Remove the fat from the ham hock stock’s surface. The tomato sauce and diced tomato cans should be added after bringing the stock back to a boil.
- Add the diced ham hocks back in after bringing the soup back to a boil. Add the diced potatoes, carrots, and onions after that.
- Add the kidney beans, Portuguese sausage, cabbage, and macaroni noodles after bringing the soup back to a boil.
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Colours in Interior Design and Histories That Connect Them
Hello everyone! For this blog we are going to do something quite different, instead of talking about a design trend, renovation tricks or any other kitchen-related topic we are delving into colour theory, history and how it can apply to interior design.
Truthfully, colour theory is subject to each individual, everyone interprets colours differently. For example, some people love the colour yellow and have a positive reaction to it, so much so that they want their whole glass splashback for their kitchen in bright yellow. Individually that choice looks amazing for them, however others would see that as too strong or not really a colour not fit for a kitchen. The point is everyone reacts to colours differently however broadly colours do have set meanings and reactions.
Red as a colour could possibly be one of the most differential colour psychologies to understand with its variety of meanings and general associations. Red in one format is associated with love and passion however contrary to this red can also have associations with danger. In an interior space, red is a unique but impactful colour when used correctly, due to this boldness red is a fantastic feature colour that can bring a retro element to a classic or modern design.
Red as a colour has some incredibly fascinating history dating all the way back to ancient Rome. Ancient Romans loved the colour red, it showed wealth, strength, and overall power to anyone seeing it through the colour of their interior walls or the colour of red on various paintings in the interior. However, despite it being such a sought-out colour in the ancient world acquiring the pigment, extracted from the highly toxic mercury was a deadly job left solely to the slaves. Once slaves would mine the toxic mercury the miners were essentially given a death sentence from their work
Yellow for many people is seen as a bright and cheerful colour reminiscent of summer days, carefree and happy. Yellow, similar to red, is another bold, bright colour that brings attention to anything that shares its colour. In interior design colours that have this brightness and emphasis are hard to balance without making the entire room about it. It is very rare for a client to specifically ask for yellow to be a hero of the room, however it is not so common for clients to want a vibrant, colourful room which brings excitement through its colour choices in which case yellow (if balanced correctly) can be a fantastic addition.
In China yellow has a strong association with happiness, glory and wisdom. The legendary first emperor of China was called the Yellow Emperor. The last emperor of China, Puyi (1906 – 1967, described in his memories how every object which surrounded him as a child was yellow “it made me understand from my most tender age that I was of unique essence”.
Colour association of black can vary depending on the individual and culture. According to a German scientist Hermann Von Helmholz “black is the real sensation, even if it is produced by the entire absence of light”. Black in the interior space can represent many aspects and create various stylish atmospheres from modern, Hampton and even eclectic. Most commonly black is used as a sophisticated element in modern designs from black marble benchtop in kitchens to black cabinets in bathrooms and laundries. Black can also be used as a simple two toning effect in Hampton kitchens to give the kitchen an extra element.
In Japanese history black is associated with mystery, the night, the unknown and the supernatural. In the 10th and 11th century of Japan it was believed that wearing black could bring a person’s misfortune. It was sometimes worn at court by those who wanted to set themselves apart from the established powers or who had renounced material possessions.
In modern-day marketing the colour white is used to convey a feeling of safety, security, purity and freshness and there is a reason for that. White in the interior space is calming and simple, it is a fantastic base to work with and allows for the implementation of special elements in design that makes designs memorable. White acts as a muted base to allow other stronger colours to take emphasis in. Some designs want a contrasting element to make a design memorable, however in other cases having a harmonious white ‘light and airy’ aesthetic works beautifully.
White as a colour gets its association to purity from ancient times as in ancient Egypt priestesses wore white as a symbol of purity, while Romans wore a white toga as a symbol of citizenship.
That is a wrap for today’s blog, we hope you had some fun reading and learned some interesting facts about colours that you can bring up at the next dinner party.
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Youth Justice Clinic
At its core, the Youth Justice Clinic seeks to improve disparate outcomes for youth in the District of Columbia. The clinic recognizes the layers of barriers that push youth into the juvenile system, including racism, adultification bias, education inequity, and housing instability. For example, of the 1 million youth who are involved in the juvenile system, at least 400,000 will experience housing instability. Thus, the clinic takes a holistic approach to achieving its mission.
Recognizing the correlation between housing instability and juvenile arrests, students represent various clients in D.C. Superior Court in housing conditions matters. The Youth Justice Clinic also focuses on systemically ensuring youth voices are positively amplified, seen, and offered meaningful opportunities for success. This includes partnering with community organizations to provide name and gender changes, helping detained youth with reentry needs, and seeking ways to change the culture, care, and treatment of detained youth. | <urn:uuid:21969cb9-6100-4d77-af9f-e7144523465c> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://law.udc.edu/YouthJusticeClinic/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.948256 | 186 | 2.671875 | 3 |
The origins of Greek literature leaves in folklore and, mainly, in myths, which contain a lot of images and stories. A myth is a collective creation of the people, so it is not stability and constancy, as it developed and grew as the evolution of social consciousness. It is in myths that all the phenomena of social life – domestic features shepherds and hunters, particularly maternal rights, in different periods of development of marriage, etc.
Ancient Greek literature grew out of folklore and mythology were the main soil. In the myth display the "childhood" of humanity, especially of the Homeric epic. The heyday of mythology was not only the richness and diversity of images and stories, but also a deep spiritual content, which, in fact, did the ancient Greek literature a phenomenon of world culture. A huge number of art forms, styles and genres, subjects and motifs, which will be further popularization of European countries, originally developed by the ancient Greeks. I must say, without artistic discoveries of the ancient Greeks and their works, today it is simply impossible to understand the depth of creativity Petrarch, Dante, Ronsard, Rabelais, Corneille, Shakespeare, Racine, Voltaire, Lessing, Moliere, Goethe, Pushkin, Schiller, Gogol, Camus, Tolstoy and all the other geniuses of the literary art.
Roman (Latin) literature, like all other areas of science and culture in Rome, has developed under a strong influence of Greek culture. The Romans borrowed from the Greeks their literary genres, themes and forms, translated the works of Greek authors and imitated them. However, despite the dependence of Roman literature from Greek culture, the works of Roman authors reflected the whole soul of the Roman people.
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Where is Lake Scott State Park
Located in the western region of the state, Lake Scott State Park resides entirely within the state of Kansas. The park’s most notable feature is the namesake Lake Scott. However, the state park also contains a visitor center, campground, hiking trails, and areas suited for fishing, wildlife viewing, and picnicking. The closest cities to Lake Scott State Park are Scott City and Oakley. The state park also known as Scott State Park is located 290 miles, or a four-hour drive east of Denver, Colorado. It’s also 280 miles (a four hour and thirty-minute drive) north of Amarillo, Texas. Lake Scott is also 258 miles (a four-hour drive) west of Wichita, Kansas. Lake Scott State Park is also located near several other outdoor recreation areas. These areas include Cedar Bluff State Park and the Cedar Bluff Reservoir.
How Large is Lake Scott State Park
Lake Scott State Park covers a total area of around 1,280 acres. The park’s geography mainly consists of Lake Scott, the lake’s shoreline, and acres of open terrain full of scrub brush and the occasional rock field. Lake Scott is a spring-fed freshwater lake that covers a total area of around 100 acres. The lake supports a variety of fish species. Lake Scott State Park also contains a 160-acre wildlife area that supports a variety of species. The average elevation of Lake Scott State Park is 2,831 feet.
Lake Scott State Park Weather
The weather at Lake Scott State Park varies frequently throughout the year. In the summer, temperatures in the park average between 60- and 95-degrees Fahrenheit. In winter, these temperatures cool considerably and average between 15- and 50-degrees Fahrenheit. The warmest temperatures of the year arrive at the park in June, July, and August, and the coldest temperatures find the park in December and January. On average, Lake Scott State Park receives around 45 days of rain per year. These 45 days of rain accumulate to a yearly average of around 25 inches. Lake Scott State Park also experiences snowfall throughout every year. Snowfall in the park is normally heaviest in the winter months of December, January, and February. The park’s yearly snowfall totals average around 10 inches per year.
When did Lake Scott Become a State Park
Lake Scott State Park first became a state park in 1928. The earliest recordings of civilization in the Lake Scott area are credited to the Taos Pueblo. These people arrived in Kansas in 1664 after escaping Spanish colonial rule in New Mexico. The Taos Pueblo soon formed an alliance with the Plains Apache who also resided in the area. Over the years, the Taos Pueblo built several protective pueblos and an irrigation system to support their crops. The only known Indian pueblo in the state of Kansas is located in Lake Scott State Park. Herbert Steele found the remains of the pueblo in 1889. Steele moved to the area in 1888 and donated his land to the state of Kansas in 1928. The state park is managed and maintained by the Kansas Parks and Wildlife Department.
Things to do in Lake Scott State Park
Lake Scott State Park is an outdoor recreation paradise. The state park contains opportunities for visitors to hike, fish, camp, and explore the great outdoors of Kansas. The most notable adventures and experiences found within the state park are listed below.
Explore the Visitor Center
The visitor center at Lake Scott State Park is one of the best places for visitors to start their Kansas state park adventure. The visitor center contains several educational displays and exhibits that discuss the park’s history, ecology, and Native American influence. The visitor center is also the perfect place for visitors to obtain park maps, trail maps, and information regarding camping and hiking conditions and facilities. Staff working in the visitor center can answer specific questions visitors may have about the park or their trip.
Participate in an Interpretive Program
Visitors who are looking to learn more about Lake Scott State Park after leaving the park’s visitor center should look to participate in one or more of the park’s interpretive programs. These programs touch upon a variety of topics including wildlife found in the park, the park’s rich Native American culture, and the future of wild spaces across the United States. All interpretive programs offered by Lake Scott State Park are led by experienced park staff or knowledgeable volunteers. These programs are offered on a rotating schedule. Daily and weekly schedules are normally posted in the park’s visitor center.
Hike one of the Park’s Trails
Lake Scott State Park provides visitors with access to several miles of hiking trails. These hiking trails vary in difficulty and length, but all traverse through the various ecosystems of the state park. Wildlife sightings are common on the park’s many hiking trails. Updated trail conditions can be found in the park’s visitor center. If not displayed, these trail conditions can be discussed with the park’s knowledgeable staff.
Cast a Line on Lake Scott
Lake Scott covers a total surface area of around 100 acres. The maximum depth of the lake is 15 feet, and the lake is constantly filled by a freshwater spring. Anglers visiting Lake Scott State Park can fish for a variety of species in the lake. Common species targeted in the lake include sunfish, crappie, largemouth bass, channel catfish, and saugeye. All visitors wishing to fish on Lake Scott must first obtain a valid Kansas freshwater fishing license. All Kansas fishing regulations also apply in the state park.
Wildlife Viewing in the Park
Lake Scott State Park provides a home to a variety of wildlife species. The most commonly spotted species in the park include wild turkey, deer, coyotes, beavers, bobcats, and various species of songbirds and birds of prey. Additional information on wildlife habits can be obtained at the park’s visitor center.
Camping in Lake Scott State Park
The campground at Lake Scott State Park includes modern and primitive campsites. These campsites can be reserved by visitors through the park’s website and reservation portal. Visitors looking to camp in the park during the summer should make their reservations several weeks in advance.
When to Visit Lake Scott State Park
Lake Scott State Park is open all year round, and visitors can plan their trip to the park throughout all seasons of the year. However, the state park is best visited during spring and summer. During these seasons, temperatures in the state park are best suited for hiking, fishing, and camping. Summers in the state park also will allow visitors to enjoy more of the park’s interpretive programs as more are offered. Wildlife in the park is most active in the spring and fall. During the winter, occasional snowfall descends upon the park and can make overnight camping challenging.
Must Have Items to bring to Lake Scott State Park
A trip to Lake Scott State Park requires a little packing and planning. Several essential items visitors should consider bringing with them when they visit the park are listed below.
Sturdy Hiking Boots
All visitors looking to hike the trails found in Lake Scott State Park should arrive at the park with a sturdy pair of hiking boots. Visitors looking for added protection and comfort can invest in a lightweight and waterproof pair.
Water, Electrolytes, & Snacks
Water is the most important item needed for every outdoor recreation trip. Electrolyte beverages and high energy snacks are a close second and third. The best snacks for visitors looking to hike or camp within Lake Scott State Park will be lightweight, easy to consume, and full of energy. Beef jerky, trail mix, protein bars, and dried fruit are good examples.
Swimsuit, Sunscreen & Sunglass
Visitors looking to spend extensive time in, on, or around Lake Scott will want to bring their swimsuit, sunscreen, and a pair of sunglasses with them to the park. These items will keep visitors comfortable while swimming, relaxing on the park beach, or fishing on Lake Scott. Visitors should look to bring an inexpensive pair of sunglasses they don’t mind damaging or losing with them to the park.
Fishing Equipment & Tackle
Anglers looking to target species found in Lake Scott should look to bring all of their rods, reels, and tackling equipment with them to the state park. Visitors should also look to bring a valid Kansas fishing license with them to the park. A store located near the lake in the park also sells various fishing tackle and equipment.
The best way visitors can ensure they bring all of the necessary camping equipment with them to Lake Scott State Park is by creating and utilizing a camping checklist. This checklist can be checked once during initial packing and again when visitors leave for the park.
Where to Stay in Lake Scott State Park
Visitors looking to stay within Lake Scott state park will want to make a reservation for one of the park’s campsites. The campsites can be reserved online through the park’s website and reservation portal. Visitors looking to stay at a hotel or other lodging establishment near the park will want to first seek options in Scott City or Oakley.
Food Near Lake Scott State Park
The closest food to Lake Scott State Park resides in Scott City or Oakley. The city contains several restaurants, fast food establishments, and grocery stores that are sure to provide needed sustenance and supplies. Visitors looking to camp in Lake Scott State Park can shop for groceries and supplies in the city before arriving at the park.
Airports Near Lake Scott State Park
The closest international airport to Lake Scott State Park is located in Denver. The Denver International Airport is about 279 miles and a four-hour drive away from the park. The next closest international airport to the park is located in Kansas City. The Kansas City International Airport is located 396 miles and a five hour and thirty-minute drive away from Lake Scott State Park. | <urn:uuid:d752bdb7-d500-41e6-ba97-43d7e7b6b5eb> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://listofparks.com/blogs/state-park-visitors-guides/lake-scott-state-park-visitors-guide | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.944619 | 2,040 | 2.546875 | 3 |
Apocrine cysts are just another strange thing cats can grow. When my foster Elise had bluish, blackish lumps in a few places of her body, I was concerned. I had never seen something like that before. My searches for more information or pictures of what I was seeing turned up nothing. It turns out, she has cysts related to the sweat glands. Cysts that grow from these glands (and glands related to them) look bluish, purplish, or even black. One type can appear on the skin, and the other in the ears. Many times, I see black and think blood and worry, but these cysts are often benign. We’ll take a look at what they are and when you may need to have them removed.
Apocrine Cysts Have Lots of Names
After looking up the name my veterinary dermatologist gave me, I found a bunch of other names. Articles and studies will even call them something and list other names in parenthesis. I wanted to list some of the names here to help people searching for various terms still find this info.
Names for Apocrine Cysts on the Skin
- Apocrine gland cysts
- Apocrine cystomatosis
- Cutaneous apocrine cystomatosis
- Cystic apocrine gland dilations
- Cystic apocrine gland hyperplasia
Names for Apocrine Cysts in the Ears
- Ceruminous cysts
- Ceruminous cystomatosis
- Ceruminous gland hyperplasia
- Ceruminous adenoma
- Apocrine cystadenomatosis
What Are Apocrine Glands?
Apocrine glands are one of two types of sweat glands. In cats, they’re located in the hair follicles and anal sacs. They don’t produce sweat, but an oily substance used for chemical communication (territory marking, mating status, etc.).
Sweat glands called eccrine glands actually produce sweat. They’re located on the paw pads and nose. (You’ve probably noticed your cat’s paw pads are a little moist when they’re nervous, like at the vet or in the car.) Cats rarely grow cysts on their paw pads or nose, so we won’t discuss them further in this post.
The ear canal is home to ceruminous glands, which are a modified apocrine gland. The substance they secrete combines with oil from the sebaceous glands to create ear wax.
Two Main Cyst Types
There really isn’t a ton of info on apocrine cysts and ceruminous cysts because they are extremely rare, representing only 3% of skin tumors in cats. What we do know is they are most common in middle-aged to older cats. What causes them? We really don’t know that either. They could be a result of aging or a congenital condition, meaning an abnormality the cat was born with. Ceruminous cysts are slightly more common in some breeds, specifically Abyssinian and Persian, but scientists are cautious to link it to genetics. I have seen hundreds of cats and have only seen ceruminous cysts one time in the ears of a Balinese named Capote.
Apocrine cysts will appear as raised, bluish, purplish lumps on the skin. The size and color really stand out compared to other growths which may not have a color. My foster Elise has them in many places, but they are most noticeable on the chin, butt, and paw.
Ceruminous cysts grow in the ear, and are also bluish/purplish in color.
Usually Benign, But …
The cysts are most often benign, but apocrine adenocarcinoma is a malignant tumor of the sweat glands. Although it can be hard to distinguish, the lumps are usually more ulcerated and inflamed compared to cysts. In fact, a tumor was found under one of Elise’s cysts. We won’t know what type of tumor it is until it’s removed surgically.
Ceruminous adenocarcinoma is rare but can happen, and again the signs would be more ulcerated and possibly bleeding lesions in the ear.
A veterinary dermatologist who looks at growths all the time is the best person to examine lumps and bumps. They will advise if it makes sense to aspirate any questionable lumps to check for cancerous cells.
Treatment for Apocrine Cysts & Ceruminous Cysts
Apocrine cysts are filled with a dark fluid. While it can be drained, the cysts will refill with fluid again. The only way to remove these cysts is by cryosurgery aka freezing them off. Read more about this method here. Removal is the right move if the cysts cause problems or discomfort, but since they’re benign and usually not an issue, they’re often left alone. Keep in mind that if removed, they likely will come back. For this reason, it’s best to strategically time surgery so the cat doesn’t need multiple removal surgeries close together.
Keep in mind that there are very many conditions for cats that can show up on their skin. Here is a very good breakdown of a variety of growths that can appear on the skin. You can also read up on allergies, a not-very-common and always extremely complicated skin issue, in this article I wrote.
Ceruminous Gland adenocarcinoma in a Domestic Persian-Mix Cat (Felis catus), by Mahir A.G. Kubba, Said N. Wafa and Seham A. Al-Azreg, Open Veterinary Journal, 2018.
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ABOUT THE ARTIST
The artist of this recreation is unknown, but the original artist is Ary de Vois. He was born in the 1630s and died in the 1680s in Leiden, Netherlands.
Things to Think About
- What details are important in this painting?
- How do paintings change when they are copied or recreated?
- After trying the studio activity, what did you notice about this painting that you didn’t notice before?
Make a contour line study of a portrait from The Multiple Lives of Paintings. A contour line is an outline that defines a form or shape.
- Chalk Pencils, charcoal or conté
- Pencils and erasers
- Paper (cut in similar size as the portrait)
- Printouts of paintings or images from the website
- Select a portrait from the exhibition webpage of Multiple Lives of Paintings. Take some time to observe your selected portrait. Use your eyes to trace the contours (or outlines of) the artwork.
- Using pencil, try to draw the contours you saw in the portrait. While drawing, try to look at the painting most of the time. For example, try looking at the portrait 90% of the time and looking at your own paper 10% of the time.
- Try your hardest to make the entire drawing one continuous line. In other words, don’t lift your pencil off the paper.
- Draw slowly and enjoy the process! How does your contour line drawing reflect the story in the painting?
You could use different writing tools such as markers if they are easier for you to hold.
If you are not able to see the painting, ask someone to describe the contours (outlines) in the portrait to you. Try your best to draw the outlines they are describing. | <urn:uuid:b6ed6d90-e296-477c-99f1-23ee78bbfb90> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://mackenzie.art/event/contour-portraits/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.943366 | 380 | 3.75 | 4 |
The cost of living in the USA can vary significantly depending on several factors, including your location, lifestyle, and personal choices. Here are some key considerations when evaluating the expense of living in the United States:
- Regional Variations: The cost of living varies widely across different regions of the USA. Major metropolitan areas, especially those on the coasts (e.g., New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Boston), tend to have a higher cost of living due to higher housing costs, transportation expenses, and general price levels. In contrast, living in rural areas or smaller cities can be more affordable.
- Housing Costs: Housing is often the most significant expense. Rent or mortgage payments can vary greatly based on your location. In cities with high demand and limited housing supply, rental prices are substantially higher.
- Utilities: Costs for utilities like electricity, water, and heating/cooling can also differ by region. In some places, utilities are included in rent, while in others, you’ll need to budget for them separately.
- Transportation: The cost of transportation depends on whether you own a car or rely on public transportation. Some cities have extensive public transit systems, while others require car ownership. Gasoline, insurance, and maintenance expenses can add up.
- Healthcare: Healthcare costs in the USA can be significant, especially if you don’t have comprehensive health insurance coverage. The type of insurance you have and its associated costs can vary.
- Groceries: The cost of food varies by location, dietary choices, and where you shop. Eating out at restaurants can be more expensive than preparing meals at home.
- Education: If you have children, education expenses can be substantial, especially for private schools or higher education.
- Taxes: The USA has a complex tax system, and tax rates can vary by state and municipality. Income tax, property tax, and sales tax can all affect your overall expenses.
- Entertainment and Lifestyle: Your spending on entertainment, leisure activities, and personal choices, such as dining out, traveling, and hobbies, will influence your overall expenses.
- Savings and Investments: Consider your financial goals, including saving for retirement or investing, as part of your overall financial picture.
It’s essential to research the cost of living in your specific area of interest and create a budget that reflects your income, expenses, and financial goals. What might be expensive for one person could be manageable for another, depending on individual circumstances.
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In an era where longer life expectancies have become the norm, the concept of cognitive reserve emerges as a crucial factor in navigating the complexities of an extended life.
Understanding Cognitive Reserve
Cognitive reserve refers to the brain’s ability to adapt and maintain normal cognitive function despite experiencing damage or changes. It acts as a sort of “reserve” or resilience, allowing individuals to withstand age-related brain changes, injury, or diseases without showing noticeable cognitive decline. This concept suggests that certain life experiences, education, profession, and engaging activities contribute to building a cognitive reserve, essentially acting as a buffer against cognitive decline.
The Components of Cognitive Reserve
Cognitive reserve isn’t a singular entity; rather, it’s a combination of various elements:
Education and Lifelong Learning
A higher level of education has been linked to greater cognitive reserve. Constantly engaging in learning, whether through formal education or self-driven exploration, keeps the brain active and resilient.
Jobs that require mental agility, problem-solving, and continuous learning are believed to contribute to cognitive reserve. These professions stimulate the brain, potentially bolstering its ability to withstand cognitive decline.
Active social lives, frequent interactions, and participation in social groups or activities have been associated with a higher cognitive reserve. Meaningful social connections and engagements serve as mental stimulation, which is beneficial for brain health.
Mental and Physical Activities
Regular physical exercise and mentally stimulating activities like puzzles, reading, or learning new skills play a significant role in building and maintaining cognitive reserve.
How Cognitive Reserve Supports Late Retirement
Cognitive reserve plays a pivotal role in supporting individuals in various ways:
Sustained Cognitive Function
Individuals with higher cognitive reserve tend to maintain better cognitive function even as they age. This means they can continue to perform work-related or daily-living tasks effectively and efficiently, despite the challenges of aging.
Adaptability and Learning
Having a robust cognitive reserve fosters adaptability and the ability to learn new skills. In late retirement, this becomes crucial as individuals may need to adapt to changing physical, emotional, and mental ability.
With a focus on ongoing learning, social connections, and stimulating activities, individuals can confidently embrace an extended life, leveraging their cognitive reserve to not only maintain their capabilities but also to enjoy a fulfilling and enriching life. Building and nurturing cognitive reserve is a strategy for a successful lifelong investment in cognitive well-being and mental resilience. | <urn:uuid:0e9b59d8-cf61-4941-94de-f8e978816f74> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://mdthomehealth.com/tag/home-health-agencies-in-miami-dade-county/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.929437 | 499 | 3.3125 | 3 |
Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy. It is a condition where the body is unable to produce enough insulin to control blood sugar levels, resulting in high blood sugar levels. Fortunately, gestational diabetes can be managed through a combination of diet, exercise, and medication. In this blog, we will focus on the gestational diabetes diet, which is an essential component of managing this condition.
Foods to Eat:
- Complex Carbohydrates: Complex carbohydrates are an excellent source of energy and are slowly digested by the body, which helps to prevent spikes in blood sugar levels. Some examples of complex carbohydrates include whole-grain bread, pasta, and brown rice.
- Lean Protein: Lean protein is essential for maintaining muscle mass and providing energy. Good sources of lean protein include chicken, fish, tofu, and eggs.
- High-Fiber Foods: High-fiber foods are beneficial for digestive health and help to regulate blood sugar levels. Some examples of high-fiber foods include beans, lentils, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
- Healthy Fats: Healthy fats, such as those found in avocados, nuts, and seeds, are an excellent source of energy and help to keep you feeling full for longer periods.
- Low-Glycemic Index Foods: Low-glycemic index foods are slowly digested by the body, which helps to prevent spikes in blood sugar levels. Examples of low-glycemic index foods include sweet potatoes, berries, and non-starchy vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, and spinach.
Foods to Avoid:
- Processed Foods: Processed foods are typically high in sugar, salt, and unhealthy fats, and can lead to spikes in blood sugar levels. It’s best to avoid processed foods altogether.
- Sugary Drinks: Sugary drinks, such as soda and juice, are high in sugar and can lead to spikes in blood sugar levels. Water and unsweetened tea are better options.
- High-Glycemic Index Foods: High-glycemic index foods are digested quickly, leading to spikes in blood sugar levels. Examples of high-glycemic index foods include white bread, white rice, and potatoes.
- Saturated and Trans Fats: Saturated and trans fats, found in fried foods, processed snacks, and baked goods, are unhealthy and can lead to weight gain and other health problems.
- Alcohol: Alcohol can lead to spikes in blood sugar levels and should be avoided during pregnancy, especially if you have gestational diabetes.
In conclusion, a healthy diet is essential for managing gestational diabetes. It’s important to focus on eating a balanced diet that includes complex carbohydrates, lean protein, high-fiber foods, healthy fats, and low-glycemic index foods. At the same time, it’s important to avoid processed foods, sugary drinks, high-glycemic index foods, saturated and trans fats, and alcohol. By following these guidelines, you can help to keep your blood sugar levels under control and ensure a healthy pregnancy. | <urn:uuid:9e2c8d24-94be-4c12-8608-e55875a83b7c> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://medsurgeclinics.com/2023/08/23/gestational-diabetes-diet-foods-to-eat-and-avoid/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.932986 | 635 | 3.265625 | 3 |
This is my M themed preschool unit part 2. M is for monster, again, in this round of preschool activities. The first of these activities focuses on using different things to write the letter M. And the final activity, the fourth in the series, is a literacy activity focusing on fun books themed around monsters and monstrous characters.
Activity Three: M Mash Up!
The key to learning letter formation is practice. However, simple writing the letters over and over is boring — even for adults. So, this activity uses three different ways of “writing” the letter M to help little hands better understand how M is formed.
The clay used in this activity is more of a tactile experience for the children. Using two colors of crayons for the second line of M’s is more of a visual experience for the children. The final line, involving a pencil, is a more traditional approach to learning letter formation.
Objective: to help children understand how the letter M is formed.
One copy of the M Mash Up Worksheet, available here, for each child
Begin by giving each child a copy of the worksheet and the clay. Explain that the children need to push, or squish, or roll the clay into the shapes of the letter M’s on the first line of the worksheet. Make sure they are forming the M’s in a way that mimics how the letter is written.
Next, have the children trace the outline of each M on the next line with a crayon, and then color in the letters with a different color. Again, be sure the children are forming the M’s in a way that mimics how the letter would be written.
Finally, have the children write the letters with pencils following the arrows for the formation.
Activity Four: Reading Monster Themed Books with Finger Puppets
In this activity the children will create monster finger puppets to take with them to a read aloud about monsters. My kids love bringing “guests” to our read aloud, so this activity was a lot of fun for all of them. Even my big kids wanted to get in on this activity.
Objective 1: Help the children develop their cutting skills
Objective 2: Help the children develop their fine motor skills
One finger puppet worksheet, available here, for each child.
Explain to the children that they are going to take special guests to the reading time. These are monsters who love to read. Explain that they need to be colored.
After they children have colored the monsters, help them cut along the parallel lines and around the monsters. This allows the puppets to be taped around wrists and fingers for the reading time later. My children struggled with this step, a lot. Make sure to be very clear in explaining where to cut the puppets.
After the puppets have been cut out, tape them to the children using the paper bands, and sit down together to read some monster books.
We read: Monster’s Inc, the Scary Sleepover; What Moms Can’t Do; and 3 Wishes for Cookie Monster. But you can read what ever books you’d like.
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Having covered Genesis 1-11, what is known as Primeval History (from Abraham forward is known as Patriarchal History), we now consider Job. Why? Two reasons. First, Job is believed to be a contemporary of Abraham, so the events recorded in this book take place somewhere around Genesis 12. Second, while many admit we don’t know who wrote this book, there are those who believe that Moses wrote this book. Whether or not he did, the book fits here both chronologically and thematically. Remember what we saw with the first 11 chapters of Genesis and Moses’ purpose: even though sin (and it’s effects!) may reign in the world – God is sovereign, God has all the power, God always has and always will preserve a people for Himself, and God has a purpose for everything. This is also the theme of the book of Job.
Job was from the land of Uz. This land is equated with Edom in Lamentations 4:21, so this is just south of the Promised Land. Job is described as blameless, upright, as fearing God, and as turning away from evil. The Bible is establishing the lack of moral flaws (as much as that can be true of a human) in Job so we understand that, contrary to what his friends will say, what happens to him is not a punishment for personal sin. This is not a story, first and foremost, about Job. It is about God.
Even the blessings that Job has are meant to be understood as blessings of God, and not in any way of Job. Note the number of children – seven sons, three daughters, for a total of ten (again, three, seven, and ten). Note also that Job would offer burnt offerings for each of his children. He filled the priestly function of his family before there was a priesthood established by God. This again shows us that God had established rules for offerings very early on – long before the ceremonial law was given. We also see here that there were believers outside the recorded godly genealogies of Genesis. The family line of Shem to Abram is not exhaustive of the believers on earth, but typical.
In the following passage, we are given the clearest glimpse of heaven in the Bible. Though the book of Revelation gives a vision of heaven, it is a symbolic vision. Job is a historic narrative. And we are told that the “sons of God” came before YHWH (also 2:1), and that Satan (transliteration of the Hebrew word for “adversary”) was “among” them. These are clearly angels (thus strengthening the likelihood that “sons of God” in Genesis 6 are fallen angels). Note that when asked where he came from, Satan says he basically bides his time moving around the earth. The Bible teaches that Satan and the other evil angels were expelled from heaven, which we will see elsewhere.
Note that God is the One to turn the conversation to Job. He is Himself setting the stage for what is about to happen. He knows how a sinful heart reasons – if God gives me good, I will worship Him. And the point of the book is that neither this, nor its converse, is right. We don’t worship God because He gives me good in this world, and we don’t not worship Him if He takes it away. Neither does God give me good in this world because I worship Him, nor does He withhold good from me if I do not. This is the point God is about to make.
We see here that Satan cannot do anything without God’s permission. Again, God has all the power. Satan is stronger than men, but he is powerless compared to God. This destroys any ideas one may have that Satan and God are powers fighting against each other. Satan fights against us, not God. We see this here. Satan is allowed to take literally everything Job has – his children and his belongings.
And in Job’s reaction, we see true faith. He worships God. Why? Because he understands what Satan doesn’t. Everything he had came from God. Everything he lost was God’s to take. God did no wrong. God is good, all the time. So Satan attacked Job’s health. His faith did not waiver. He understands what his wife doesn’t – “good” and “evil” in this world are not a reflection of God’s pleasure or man’s standing with Him. Suffering in this world is nothing compared to what we have – and will yet have – in God (see Rom 8:18).
And we are introduced to three men, none of which understand what Job does. They are truly his friends, as evidenced by their sympathy for him, but they lack the faith of Job.
And Job offers his first lament in beautiful poetry. It would be better if he was never born. It would be better if he died as an infant. It would be better if he died right now. Job recognizes the rashness of much of what he says to his friends (Job 6:3), and his opening monologue falls into this category. Job’s mistake here is one common to man – all that matters is “right now.” If I suffer now, it erases the good that has come before. And the severity of the suffering is directly proportionate to how much good is erased.
And this will happen throughout the book when Job speaks. He is, after all, only human. And if this book was written by Moses, we can understand why. The Israelites suffered. And time and again, it completely erased the good that God had done. They wished they had died in Egypt because they were suffering in the desert. The Exodus was forgotten. Even for the people of God, that “what have you done for me lately” attitude sneaks in. Perhaps Moses wrote the story of Job to show them the foolishness of that kind of thinking.
And for us, we should see ourselves in Job (and the Israelites). How many times have we had that exact attitude? How many times have we looked at our “bad” worldly circumstances and forgotten all the good that God has done?
And, of course, we should think of Him Who was human, but not only human. God in the flesh that took on suffering. Suffering that erased not all the good God had done, but erased all the bad that we had done! The One Who has all the power used it against Himself at the cross. And rather than speaking rash words, He cried out for His Father to forgive those who meted out the suffering.
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Hyperemesis gravidarum is the medical term for severe nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. The symptoms can be very uncomfortable. You might vomit more than three times a day, become dehydrated, feel constantly dizzy and lightheaded and lose weight. Fortunately there are treatments available, including medicines to prevent nausea.
Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) is when extreme, persistent nausea and vomiting occur during your pregnancy. It can lead to weight loss and dehydration. Hyperemesis gravidarum is sometimes called severe morning sickness.
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Morning sickness is extremely common during pregnancy — up to 80% of people report experiencing it. It’s not as severe as hyperemesis gravidarum and doesn’t cause dehydration or weight loss. Morning sickness may cause occasional vomiting and nausea, but you should still be able to keep food and liquids down most of the day. It tends to subside or disappear completely after 12 weeks of pregnancy (the first trimester).
Hyperemesis gravidarum causes you to vomit several times per day. This can eventually lead to weight loss and dehydration. Symptoms of HG often last longer than morning sickness. You might need treatment in a hospital with IV fluids (fluids given intravenously, or through your vein) if you become dehydrated.
HG is uncommon. It affects less than 3% of pregnant people.
Hyperemesis gravidarum usually occurs during the first trimester of your pregnancy (beginning around six weeks of pregnancy). Symptoms can last weeks, months or up until delivery. They can be debilitating, preventing you from doing your normal activities.
The most common symptoms of hyperemesis gravidarum are:
Other less common symptoms include:
Experts don’t know for sure what causes hyperemesis gravidarum. However, rising hormone levels are most likely what causes it. Specifically, HCG (human chorionic gonadotropin), which your body makes during pregnancy — very quickly and in large amounts. HCG levels peak around 10 weeks of pregnancy, which is when most people report having the most severe symptoms. Estrogen, another hormone that increases during pregnancy, may also play a role in causing nausea and vomiting.
Some people may have a higher likelihood of developing HG. Risk factors for hyperemesis gravidarum include:
Lack of fluid and nutrients (malnourishment) cause the most complications related to HG. When you’re vomiting so frequently, it’s hard for your body to get the vitamins and nutrients it needs. This could lead to complications like preterm birth or low birth weight. You may also have bleeding in your throat or other side effects from excessive vomiting.
Your healthcare provider will ask about your symptoms and medical history and perform a physical exam. This includes checking your weight to see if you’ve lost too much weight.
Your provider might order blood and urine tests to check you for dehydration. They may also use ultrasound to see if you’re carrying more than one fetus or have signs of GTD. Your provider may rule out other causes of vomiting such as gastrointestinal illnesses.
Treatment depends on the severity of your symptoms. Be sure to discuss all your treatment options with your pregnancy care provider.
For very mild cases, possible treatments could include:
If your vomiting is excessive and you become dehydrated, you might need to stay in the hospital. Some of the treatments for moderate to severe hyperemesis gravidarum include:
Be sure to talk to your provider about the risks of taking certain medications for HG during pregnancy.
Yes. It’s possible that your symptoms subside after the first trimester. It’s also possible that your symptoms last your entire pregnancy. Many people say their symptoms get less severe as time goes on. The good news is that it almost always goes away after delivery.
No, you can’t prevent hyperemesis gravidarum. Knowing if you’re at risk is the best thing you can do to prepare yourself.
If your provider is monitoring your pregnancy and you’re receiving treatment, HG usually doesn’t affect the fetus. In rare cases, losing too much weight or being dehydrated can cause your baby to be born at a lower birth weight.
Most people have no effects of hyperemesis gravidarum after delivery. While you’re at higher risk for having the condition in subsequent pregnancies, you shouldn’t feel any symptoms once your baby is born. People that receive treatment for HG typically deliver healthy babies.
Yes, your provider will likely treat your pregnancy as high-risk. This means your provider will monitor your pregnancy closer to ensure there are no complications.
The best thing you can do for hyperemesis gravidarum is to get treatment from your provider. Only your provider can treat the severe symptoms of HG like dehydration.
Follow your provider’s advice on other things you can do to help yourself feel better at home. Some possible examples of things you can do include:
Severe vomiting or being unable to keep food and liquids down isn’t a normal part of pregnancy. It may require medical care. Call your pregnancy care provider right away if you:
A note from Cleveland Clinic
Hyperemesis gravidarum is extreme morning sickness and causes you to vomit several times per day during pregnancy. In severe cases, it leads to dehydration and may cause premature birth. With treatment, most people can find relief from their symptoms and get the nourishment they need to support their pregnancy. Talk to your healthcare provider if you feel extremely nauseous or vomit several times a day during pregnancy. They can help you feel better and get the nutrients you need.
Last reviewed by a Cleveland Clinic medical professional on 02/21/2023.
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These Chinese New Year / Lunar New year Read Aloud books for toddlers are a great way to introduce your toddler to this important cultural holiday.
Lunar New Year Stories for Toddlers - Read Alouds on Youtube
Are you looking for some toddler friendly books on the Lunar New Year. I always love teaching my toddlers about the special holidays of cultures and countries around the world.
The Lunar New Year Lunar New Year is a celebration of the arrival of spring and the beginning of a new year on the lunisolar calendar.
Toddler Friendly Lunar New Year Books
Lunar New Year
Chelsea's Chinese New Year
The Story of Chinese New Year - The Great Race
Ruby's Chinese New Year
Dragons in the City Story
Maisy's Chinese New Year
Celebrate Lunar New Year (Sesame Street)
The 12 Days of Lunar New Year
Chinese New Year Wishes
Our Lunar New Year
Bringing in the New Year
Peppa's Chinese New Year
My First Chinese New Year
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Aloe africana, Aloe barbadensis, Aloe ferox, Aloe perryi, Aloe spicata, Aloe vera
Aloe vera, burn plant, lily of the desert, elephant's gall, aloe latex (laxative), aloin, barbaloin
Aloe is a plant that likely came from Africa. More than 420 known species of aloe exist. The term "aloe vera" translates from Arabic and Hebrew to mean a "true shining, bitter substance." The succulent leaves are the part of the plant that’s most often used. The flower may also be used.
Aloe vera has long been used in folk medicine. It’s known mostly for being able to aid in the healing process of cuts and burns. It’s also known to moisturize and soften the skin. Aloe vera is also one of many anthelmintics. These are substances that destroy or get rid of worms from the digestive system.
When swallowed, aloe acts as a laxative. When you scratch aloe leaves, they make a bitter yellow liquid. It contains anthraquinone barbaloin. This is a strong laxative agent.
Medically valid uses
The effects of aloe include:
It works as an astringent. This is a substance that has a constricting or binding effect. It works to seal off cuts or scrapes.
It works as a laxative. The anthraquinones and barbaloin in aloe stimulate the bowel and increase its tone.
It increases the turnover rate of collagen. It may also increase collagen production. Collagen is needed to help wounds to heal.
When it’s applied to your skin, aloe:
Helps heal minor burns and sunburns
Helps heal wounds, insect bites, or stings
Stimulates cell regeneration
Has astringent, emollient, anti-fungal, antibacterial, and antiviral effects
Moisturizes and softens your skin
Note that aloe vera promotes healing best in the open air. When you apply it to minor cuts and burns, leave the treated area uncovered. Don't cover it with a bandage.
Dried aloe latex taken from the leaf (98% to 99% pure) has laxative effects. It can be taken internally to help treat constipation, hemorrhoids, rectal itching, colitis, and other colon problems. But the FDA required laxative makers to remove aloe from their products in 2002. This is because there have not been enough studies done on it to confirm that it’s safe.
Aloe juice is dried and used to make tincture of benzoin. This is a sticky material used to make bandage material stick to the skin. Also, acemannan (a complex mannose carbohydrate) found in aloe is used to make denture adhesive.
There may be benefits that have not yet been proven through research.
People claim that aloe soothes stomach irritation. It may also help to heal stomach problems and ulcers, reduce acid reflux, and ease menstrual problems. It may also prevent immune suppression in the skin due to ultraviolet light.
Aloe vera is sometimes helpful in treating calluses and corns, varicose veins, infections, and arthritis. Aloe may also help treat skin cancer. Essence of the aloe vera flower may also aid in relieving mental and emotional burnout. This may be useful for women who have hot flashes.
When you swallow aloe vera gel for ulcers or menstrual problems, make sure you use a brand of gel that won’t have a laxative side effect.
Aloe vera is available as a tablet, gel, or liquid for internal use. It comes as a gel, lotion, ointment, or spray for topical use.
You can apply the gel from a freshly broken leaf from an aloe plant to minor burns, scrapes, lacerations, or sunburn for relief. You can use over-the-counter (OTC) forms of aloe for the same conditions. OTC products may be more convenient than keeping an aloe plant in your home.
Take OTC oral forms of aloe exactly as directed on the packaging.
Side effects, toxicity, and interactions
A study done by the National Toxicology Program found negative effects of non-decolorized whole leaf extracts of aloe vera when it was added to drinking water. It caused cancer in female rats but not in mice.
Allergic reactions to aloe are rare. You can find out if you’re allergic to topical aloe by applying a dab of it under your arm or behind your ear. If you develop a rash or stinging feeling, don't use it.
You can develop an intolerance to aloe vera juice. So, you should not take aloe by mouth too often. Talk to your healthcare provider before using herbal medicines.
People with diabetes who take medicines to lower their blood sugar should not use oral aloe vera. Doing so can lower your blood sugar too much.
You should not swallow aloe when you have stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting. This is because it’s a laxative. Using it could make your symptoms worse.
If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your healthcare provider before using aloe or any other herbs.
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I couldn’t help but be amazed by the wonders of a well-rounded diet. It is truly a remarkable experience to explore the vast array of foods that can contribute to our overall health and wellbeing. From vibrant fruits and vegetables to lean proteins and wholesome grains, the possibilities are endless. By embracing a diverse range of foods, we open ourselves up to a world of flavors, textures, and nutritional benefits that can nourish our bodies and invigorate our senses. After all, who wouldn’t want to indulge in a delicious feast while simultaneously fueling their body with the nutrients it craves? With a variety of foods at our disposal, we have the power to create a balanced and fulfilling diet that ensures optimal health and enjoyment.
Benefits of a Well-rounded Diet
In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining a well-rounded diet is more important than ever. A well-rounded diet refers to a meal plan that incorporates a variety of food groups, ensuring that our bodies receive all the essential nutrients they need to function at their best. By focusing on a well-rounded diet, we can enjoy several benefits that positively impact our overall health and well-being.
Improved Nutritional Profile
One of the key benefits of a well-rounded diet is an improved nutritional profile. When we consume a diverse range of foods from different food groups, we provide our bodies with a wide array of essential nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. These nutrients are crucial for maintaining various bodily functions, including boosting our immune system, supporting brain health, promoting healthy skin, and aiding in digestion. By ensuring that we consume a variety of foods, we can enhance our nutritional intake and support our overall health.
Increased Energy Levels
Another notable benefit of a well-rounded diet is increased energy levels. When we fuel our bodies with a balanced mix of carbohydrates, proteins, and healthy fats, we provide ourselves with the energy needed to power through our day. Carbohydrates are the primary source of energy for our bodies, proteins help build and repair tissues, and healthy fats provide sustained energy. By incorporating a variety of food groups into our diet, we can ensure that our bodies are properly fueled and experience higher energy levels throughout the day.
Reduced Risk of Chronic Diseases
A well-rounded diet can also significantly reduce the risk of chronic diseases. By including a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats in our meals, we provide our bodies with the necessary nutrients and antioxidants to combat inflammation and strengthen our immune system. This, in turn, can help lower the risk of developing various chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, certain cancers, and obesity. By prioritizing a well-rounded diet, we can take proactive measures to safeguard our long-term health and well-being.
Include a Variety of Food Groups
To achieve a well-rounded diet, it is crucial to include a variety of food groups in our meals. Each food group offers different nutrients and benefits, contributing to our overall nutritional intake.
Fruits and Vegetables
Fruits and vegetables are the foundation of a well-rounded diet. These colorful delights are packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, making them essential for optimum health. Incorporating a variety of fruits and vegetables into our meals provides us with an abundance of antioxidants that help protect our cells from damage caused by free radicals. Additionally, their high fiber content aids in digestion, promotes satiety, and supports weight management. To maximize the benefits, aim for a variety of colors to ensure a diverse range of nutrients.
Grains and Cereals
Grains and cereals are excellent sources of carbohydrates, essential for providing energy to our bodies. However, not all grains are created equal. Opt for whole grains over refined grains, as they retain more nutrients and fiber. Whole grains like brown rice, oats, and quinoa offer a host of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, along with fiber that aids in digestion. Including grains and cereals in our diet provides a filling and satisfying element to our meals while nourishing our bodies with essential nutrients.
Protein is an essential macronutrient that plays a crucial role in the growth and repair of our body’s tissues. Including a variety of protein sources in our diet is essential for maintaining optimal health. Lean meats, poultry, fish, and seafood are excellent animal-based protein sources that provide essential amino acids and important minerals like iron and zinc. For those following a vegetarian or vegan diet, plant-based proteins such as legumes, soy products, and tofu are great alternatives. Incorporating a diverse range of protein sources ensures that our bodies receive all the necessary amino acids and nutrients they need.
Dairy products are a valuable source of calcium, which is essential for maintaining strong bones and teeth. They also contain vitamin D, which helps our bodies absorb calcium effectively. Including dairy products like milk, cheese, and yogurt in our diet provides us with these vital nutrients. However, it’s important to note that not everyone can tolerate or consume dairy products due to lactose intolerance or dietary restrictions. Luckily, there are plenty of non-dairy alternatives available, such as fortified plant-based milks and yogurts. These alternatives offer similar nutritional benefits, making them suitable options for those who cannot or choose not to consume dairy.
Healthy Fats and Oils
Contrary to popular belief, not all fats are bad for us. In fact, our bodies need healthy fats for various bodily functions and to absorb certain vitamins. Including healthy fats and oils in our diet is essential for a well-rounded meal plan. Monounsaturated fats found in avocados, olive oil, and nuts help reduce bad cholesterol levels and support heart health. Polyunsaturated fats, found in fatty fish and certain seeds, offer similar benefits and are important for brain health. Omega-3 fatty acids, a type of polyunsaturated fat, are known for their anti-inflammatory properties and are found in abundance in fatty fish like salmon and chia seeds.
Benefits of Eating Fruits and Vegetables
Fruits and vegetables are a crucial part of a well-rounded diet, and the benefits they offer are numerous.
Rich in Vitamins and Minerals
Fruits and vegetables are nature’s multivitamins, brimming with a wide range of essential vitamins and minerals that our bodies need to function optimally. From vitamin C in citrus fruits to vitamin A in carrots, these nutrients play a vital role in maintaining a healthy immune system, promoting good vision, supporting brain function, and much more. By incorporating a variety of fruits and vegetables into our meals, we can ensure that we receive a diverse range of these essential nutrients.
High in Fiber
Fiber is an essential component of a healthy diet, and fruits and vegetables are excellent sources of this dietary fiber. High-fiber foods help regulate digestion, prevent constipation, and promote a feeling of fullness, which can aid in weight management. Additionally, fiber supports the growth of healthy gut bacteria, contributing to overall gut health and a strong immune system. By consuming a variety of fruits and vegetables rich in fiber, we can maintain good digestive health and support overall well-being.
Fruits and vegetables are packed with antioxidants, which are compounds that help protect our cells from damage caused by harmful molecules called free radicals. Antioxidants can neutralize these free radicals, reducing the risk of chronic diseases and slowing down the aging process. Brightly-colored fruits and vegetables such as berries, tomatoes, and spinach are particularly rich in antioxidants such as vitamin C, vitamin E, and beta-carotene. By including a variety of antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables in our diet, we can boost our body’s defense against oxidative stress and improve our overall health.
Many fruits and vegetables have high water content, making them an excellent source of hydration. Staying hydrated is vital for maintaining several bodily functions, including regulating body temperature, lubricating joints, and promoting healthy skin. By incorporating hydrating fruits and vegetables like watermelon, cucumbers, and oranges into our diet, we can increase our fluid intake and support proper hydration.
Incorporating Grains and Cereals
Grains and cereals play a vital role in a well-rounded diet. They provide essential carbohydrates, fiber, and a host of other nutrients that are instrumental in maintaining good health.
Whole Grains vs. Refined Grains
When it comes to choosing grains, it’s important to prioritize whole grains over refined grains. Whole grains retain all parts of the grain, including the bran, germ, and endosperm, ensuring that they are packed with essential nutrients such as fiber, B vitamins, and minerals. Refined grains, on the other hand, undergo a process that removes the bran and germ, stripping them of much of their nutritional content. Refined grains, such as white rice and white bread, have a higher glycemic index and may contribute to blood sugar imbalances. By choosing whole grains like brown rice, whole wheat bread, and oats, we can provide our bodies with a sustained release of energy and a wealth of nutrients.
Bread, Pasta, and Rice
Bread, pasta, and rice are staple foods in many cultures, and they can also be part of a healthy and well-rounded diet. When selecting these products, opt for whole grain options to ensure that you are receiving the most nutritional benefits. Whole grain bread, whole wheat pasta, and brown rice are excellent choices that provide higher fiber content and a more satisfying meal experience. These whole grain alternatives offer complex carbohydrates that are digested more slowly, providing a steady release of energy and promoting satiety.
Quinoa and Other Ancient Grains
In recent years, there has been a surge in interest in ancient grains, and for good reason. These grains, such as quinoa, farro, and amaranth, have been consumed for centuries and offer a range of nutritional benefits. Quinoa, in particular, is a complete protein, meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids our bodies need. It is also high in fiber, rich in minerals, and gluten-free. By incorporating ancient grains into our meals, we can add variety to our diet while enjoying their unique flavors, textures, and nutritional benefits.
Choosing Protein Sources
Protein is a critical macronutrient that plays a vital role in our overall health. Including a variety of protein sources in our diet ensures that we receive all the essential amino acids and nutrients our bodies need.
Lean Meats and Poultry
Lean meats, such as chicken, turkey, and lean cuts of beef, are excellent sources of protein. They provide essential amino acids, vitamins, and minerals, such as iron and zinc. When choosing meat, it’s important to opt for lean cuts to minimize saturated fat intake. To achieve this, choose skinless poultry and lean cuts of beef, and trim any visible fat. By incorporating lean meats and poultry into our diet, we can enjoy the benefits of high-quality protein while minimizing unhealthy fats.
Fish and Seafood
Fish and seafood offer a wealth of nutritional benefits and are excellent sources of protein. They are also rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for brain health, heart health, and reducing inflammation in the body. Fatty fish, such as salmon, trout, and sardines, are particularly high in omega-3 fatty acids. Including a variety of fish and seafood in our diet provides us with high-quality protein, beneficial fats, and important minerals like iodine and selenium.
For those following a vegetarian or vegan diet, or those looking to incorporate more plant-based options into their meals, there are plenty of protein-rich alternatives to choose from. Legumes, such as beans, lentils, and chickpeas, are excellent sources of plant-based protein. They are also rich in fiber, essential minerals, and antioxidants. Soy products, such as tofu and tempeh, are complete protein sources and offer a versatile and delicious option. Other plant-based protein sources include quinoa, nuts, seeds, and certain grains. By incorporating a variety of plant-based proteins into our meals, we can ensure that we meet our nutritional needs while enjoying a diverse range of flavors and textures.
Importance of Dairy Products
Dairy products offer a host of nutritional benefits, particularly when it comes to bone health and providing essential vitamins and minerals.
Calcium and Vitamin D
Dairy products are a significant source of calcium, a mineral that is vital for bone health. Calcium helps build and maintain strong bones and teeth, and it is essential for other bodily functions such as muscle contractions and nerve function. Additionally, many dairy products are also fortified with vitamin D, which helps our bodies absorb calcium more effectively. Adequate calcium and vitamin D intake can help reduce the risk of osteoporosis and support overall bone health.
Alternatives to Dairy
While dairy products can be an excellent source of nutrients for many people, some individuals may be lactose intolerant or have dietary restrictions that prevent them from consuming dairy. Luckily, there are several non-dairy alternatives available that offer similar nutritional benefits. Fortified plant-based milks, such as almond milk, soy milk, and oat milk, are often enriched with calcium, vitamin D, and other essential nutrients. Plant-based yogurts, cheeses, and ice creams made from almond, coconut, or cashew milk are also widely available and provide a suitable alternative for those who cannot or choose not to consume dairy. When choosing these alternatives, be sure to read the labels and select options that are fortified and low in added sugars.
Including Healthy Fats and Oils
Incorporating healthy fats and oils into our diet is essential for maintaining overall health and well-being. Here are some types of healthy fats and oils to consider:
Monounsaturated fats are a type of healthy fat found in foods such as avocados, olive oil, almonds, and peanuts. These fats are known to promote heart health by reducing levels of bad cholesterol in the blood. They also provide a good source of vitamin E, which is an antioxidant that helps protect our cells from damage. By incorporating foods rich in monounsaturated fats into our diet, we can support heart health and enjoy their delicious flavors.
Polyunsaturated fats are another type of healthy fat that our bodies need. They are found in foods such as fatty fish, walnuts, flaxseeds, and certain vegetable oils like soybean oil and sunflower oil. These fats are rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which are essential for brain health, heart health, and reducing inflammation in the body. Including polyunsaturated fats in our diet helps support overall health and provides a delicious way to enhance the flavors of our meals.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Omega-3 fatty acids are a specific type of polyunsaturated fat that offers unique health benefits. They are mainly found in fatty fish such as salmon, mackerel, and sardines. Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for brain health, as they play a vital role in cognitive function and mood regulation. They also promote heart health by reducing inflammation and supporting proper heart rhythm. For those who do not consume fish, plant-based sources of omega-3 fatty acids include flaxseeds, chia seeds, and walnuts. Including omega-3 fatty acids in our diet supports overall well-being and contributes to a well-rounded meal plan.
Eating in Moderation
While a well-rounded diet is essential for optimal health, it’s equally important to practice moderation when it comes to our food choices. Here are some important aspects to consider:
Portion control plays a significant role in maintaining a healthy diet. It’s important to be mindful of the quantity of food we consume, as overeating can lead to weight gain and other health issues. Practicing portion control involves monitoring serving sizes, using smaller plates, and avoiding large portions of high-calorie foods. By being mindful of portion sizes, we can ensure that we consume an appropriate amount of food and maintain a healthy weight.
Another aspect of eating in moderation is ensuring a balance of macronutrients in our meals. Our bodies require carbohydrates, proteins, and fats in specific proportions for optimal functioning. Carbohydrates provide energy, proteins support tissue growth and repair, and fats aid in the absorption of vitamins and minerals. By including a balance of these macronutrients in our meals, we can support overall health and prevent imbalances that can lead to weight gain or nutrient deficiencies.
Treats and Indulgences
In moderation, treats and indulgences can have a place in a well-rounded diet. Allowing ourselves the occasional treat can help satisfy cravings and promote a healthy relationship with food. However, it’s important to be mindful of the frequency and portion sizes of these indulgences. Opting for smaller portion sizes or healthier alternatives can help maintain balance while still enjoying the foods we love. By practicing moderation with treats and indulgences, we can strike a balance between nourishing our bodies and enjoying the occasional indulgence.
Planning Meals and Snacks
Planning meals and snacks is an excellent way to ensure that we stick to a well-rounded diet and make healthy choices throughout the day. Here are some tips for effective meal planning:
Meal prepping involves preparing meals and snacks in advance, typically on a weekly basis. This practice helps save time, reduce impulse food choices, and ensures that we always have healthy options available. To start meal prepping, choose a day or time during the week to plan and prepare your meals. Create a menu, make a grocery list, and then spend a few hours cooking and portioning out your meals. By having pre-prepared meals readily available, you can make healthier choices and avoid relying on unhealthy convenience foods.
Snacks are an essential part of a well-rounded diet, and planning healthy snack options is crucial for maintaining energy levels and preventing overeating at meals. When planning snacks, opt for nutrient-dense options such as fresh fruits, vegetables with hummus or nut butter, Greek yogurt, or a small handful of nuts and seeds. These snacks provide a balance of macronutrients and help keep hunger at bay between meals. It’s also essential to be mindful of portion sizes when it comes to snacks, as they can easily turn into excessive calorie consumption if not portioned appropriately.
In addition to planning meals and snacks, incorporating mindful eating into our daily routine can have significant benefits. Mindful eating involves fully engaging with and savoring our meals, paying attention to our body’s hunger and fullness cues, and being present in the eating experience. By slowing down and focusing on the sensory aspects of eating, we can cultivate a greater appreciation for our food, enhance digestion, and promote healthier eating habits. Practicing mindful eating also helps prevent overeating and allows us to make conscious and satisfying choices.
Experimenting with International Cuisines
Exploring international cuisines is an exciting way to add variety to a well-rounded diet. Here are a few popular cuisines and the benefits they offer:
The Mediterranean diet is often hailed as one of the healthiest eating patterns in the world. It is abundant in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, olive oil, and fish. This diet is rich in healthy fats, antioxidants, and fiber, and has been associated with reduced risks of heart disease and improved overall health. Incorporating Mediterranean-inspired dishes into our meals can provide a wide range of flavors, textures, and essential nutrients that contribute to a well-rounded diet.
Asian cuisines, such as Chinese, Japanese, Thai, and Indian, offer a diverse range of flavors and ingredients that can enhance a well-rounded diet. These cuisines often incorporate a variety of vegetables, lean proteins, and beneficial spices and herbs. For example, Japanese cuisine features seafood, seaweed, and fermented foods like miso and soy sauce, providing important minerals and probiotics. Indian cuisine utilizes a rich blend of spices such as turmeric, cumin, and ginger, which offer various health benefits. By experimenting with Asian-inspired dishes, we can broaden our culinary horizons and introduce new and exciting flavors into our meals.
Latin American Flavors
Latin American cuisine is famous for its vibrant flavors and colorful ingredients. Dishes from countries like Mexico, Brazil, and Peru are known for their use of fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, and lean proteins like poultry and fish. Latin American cuisine also incorporates a variety of herbs and spices, such as cilantro, cumin, and chili peppers, adding depth and flavor to dishes. Including Latin American flavors in our meals allows us to enjoy nutrient-rich ingredients while adding a touch of spice and excitement to our well-rounded diet.
In conclusion, maintaining a well-rounded diet offers a plethora of benefits that positively impact our overall health and well-being. By incorporating a variety of fruits and vegetables, grains and cereals, protein sources, dairy products, and healthy fats and oils, we can ensure that our bodies receive all the essential nutrients they need. Eating in moderation, planning meals and snacks, and experimenting with international cuisines further enhance the enjoyment and nutritional value of a well-rounded diet. By prioritizing a well-rounded diet, we take a proactive approach to our health, increase our energy levels, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. So let’s savor the array of flavors and nourishing choices that a well-rounded diet provides, and embrace the journey to a healthier and happier lifestyle. | <urn:uuid:6de3c1db-01ec-4164-88ef-9b59905eb35f> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://myhealthiswealthguide.com/enjoy-a-variety-of-foods-for-a-well-rounded-diet/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.939927 | 4,488 | 2.765625 | 3 |
The United States varies greatly in its cost of living—some places pay a much higher price for their day-to-day life than others. In states such as New York and California, residents must earn more to have the same overall standard of living as they do in Alabama or South Dakota. To put this idea into perspective, the Tax Foundation recently revealed the real value of $100 in each of the 50 United States. The results, while not entirely unexpected, are an eye-opening look at how much your money is (or isn’t) worth around the country.
To produce the infographic, the Tax Foundation used data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis who tracked this occurrence for the last two years, and they recently published data for prices present in 2014. The Tax Foundation then adjusted the value of $100 to show its relativity from state to state.
In places like Arkansas and Mississippi, your money has a lot more bang for its buck—$100 spends more like $114 or $115. Conversely, areas such as Washington, D.C. and Hawaii take a fiscal hit—the same $100 is only worth $84 or $85. Often, with the higher cost of living means higher salaries to compensate, but the Tax Foundation points out that this isn’t always true. “Some states, like North Dakota,” they write, “have high incomes without high prices.”
So, how far does your dollar go?
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The lottery is a form of gambling whereby participants buy tickets to win a prize. The prizes may consist of cash or goods. The games are usually run by state governments. The profits are used for public purposes, such as education, roads, and health care. In the United States, a state government must have a charter to conduct a lottery and cannot authorize other lotteries or private companies to operate one. The state must also regulate the games and prohibit illegal activities.
The lottery has many different forms, including the traditional drawing of numbers, a scratch-off game, and an online raffle. The prizes can range from a small amount of money to cars and houses. The most common prize, though, is money. The lottery is a popular way for states to raise revenue, and the money that people spend on tickets can add up quickly. Some people become addicted to the lottery, and they will continue to play even after they have won a prize. This can be harmful to their financial lives, as they may end up spending all of the money that they have won.
Those who participate in the lottery often have an idea of how they will win. They may have a favorite number or a special date that is meaningful to them. They may also try to choose numbers that are grouped together or that are odd or even. However, they should not use a combination of numbers that are already popular, such as birthdays or significant dates. This can decrease their chance of winning, because the chances are high that they will share a prize with other players.
While the odds of winning are slim, lottery players still feel like they will eventually be rich if they keep playing. This type of thinking is based on the fallacy that money solves all problems. It also ignores the biblical prohibition against covetousness (see Exodus 20:17 and 1 Timothy 6:10). People should be careful when they are spending money on the lottery, and they should look for ways to make their money last longer.
While the lottery is a great way for states to generate income, it should be regulated carefully. In some states, it has caused serious financial hardships for people who have won the jackpot. Although the winners are happy at first, they often find that their lives have deteriorated since they won. In addition to the taxation and spending requirements, the winners may have to sell assets or pay a large sum of money to charity. It is a good idea for states to limit the number of prize categories and the amount of money that they offer, and to promote other forms of fundraising. These methods will help reduce the impact of the lottery on taxpayers. | <urn:uuid:3441b2b8-90d0-4df6-9e84-c8a5cdc3d84b> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://mysticmakerspace.org/author/niningficka/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.980946 | 532 | 2.859375 | 3 |
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is located in the western part of the United States in the western part of the state of Colorado. The national park boundaries encompass an area 48 square miles (124.4 sq km) and follow 12 miles of the Gunnison River.
The canyon extends beyond the park boundaries in both directions, but the steepest, deeper, and more stunning features of the canyon occur in the national park area. There are parts of the canyon that only get 33 minutes of sunlight during the day, which is what led to the name of the park.
Author Duane Vandenbusche describes the canyon in this way, “Several canyons of the American West are longer, and some are deeper, but none combines the depth, sheerness, narrowness, darkness, and dread of the Black Canyon.” The walls of the canyon are steep and narrow making it hard for sunlight to reach down into the canyon.
Plantlife that visitors can expect to see include aspen, desert mahogany, Ponderosa pine, sagebrush, single-leaf ash, and Utah juniper. Predator wildlife includes black bear, bobcat, cougar, coyote, and then two species of eagles and eight species of hawks.
Other popular wildlife includes beaver, elk, mule deer, pronghorn, river otter, and raccoon.
There are scenic drives that follow along US Highway 50, Colorado Highway 92, and the south rim with lookouts along the way. The incredibly steep, narrow, and daunting canyon walls are the pinnacle attraction of the national park.
There are several hiking opportunities that are not too long in the distance that afford spectacular views of Black Canyon and the Gunnison River below. The Green Mountain trail is one of the most strenuous in the park, but it provides the most picturesque panoramic views of the canyon and Gunnison area.
The park is easily rated for the more adventurous and more athletic outdoorsmen. Kayaking and rafting feature class III-V ratings and impassible places where challenging porting are expected. Those who are skilled and confident with kayaking and rafting are the recommended participants.
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park Trails
The park is for the more adventurous and it is important to note that trails have access to the steep canyon walls. It is important to pay attention to where you walk and pay close attention to children.
Cedar Point Nature Trail
This south rim easy trail is short and provides visitors with a stunning lookout of the river below. The canyon walls reach heights over 2,000 feet (609.6 m) with the pinnacle sighting occurring at the renowned Painted Wall at 2,250 feet (685.8 m). The trail is two-thirds of a mile round trip. This is a south rim trail.
Chasm View Nature Trail
The trail meanders through pinyon and juniper forest which create opportunities to see some of the raptor species of birds. The end of the trail provides a scenic lookout of the canyon walls, in particular, a stunning view of Painted Wall and Serpent Point. This is a north rim trail.
Dead Horse Trail
This 5-mile round trip trail provides hikers with views of Deadhorse gulch and the East Portal. The trail ranges from easy to moderate and passes past a pond along the way. It’s another view of the canyon, however, this can be a longer hike that some may find challenging. This is a north rim trail.
North Vista Trail
This trail has an option to end at Exclamation Point which is 3 miles round trip or venturing on to Green Mountain which is 7 miles round trip. The journey becomes more challenging and can be rather difficult for many participants the further along the trail you go. However, the adventure is worth it with Green Mountain lookouts offering some of the most stunning panoramic views of Black Canyon and the Gunnison area.
Oak Flat Loop Trail
This trail is more challenging featuring steep slopes and narrow pathways. Adventurers can look forward to passing through aspen groves, rock outcrops, and oak scrub as they descend down to the river floor. This trail is 2 miles round trip and is more demanding on hikers. This is a south rim trail.
Rim Rock Nature Trail
This trail provides a series of lookouts out over the canyon walls and river below. The trail is fairly even path without much elevation change that is a 1-mile round trip journey along the south rim of the canyon. This is a south rim trail.
Warner Point Nature Trail
This is a trail allowing hikers to engage more of nature as you meander through mountain mahogany, pinyon pine, serviceberry, and juniper. A scenic view of the Gunnison River and Black Canyon await the end of the journey. Along the way, there are views of Bostwick Park, San Juan Mountains, and the Uncompahgre Valley. This is a south rim trail.
Black Canyon of the Gunnison Highlights
- Scenic drive along the south rim
- Gunnison River
- Black Canyon
- Painted Wal
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Do you suffer from Unsightly Acne Breakouts
Acne can be a disaster for anyone at any age. No one likes to get acne at any point in his or her life. But it is nearly inevitable – it seems like at some point everyone has had his or her share of acne. There are ways to treatments for acne when it arises, but the best way to prevent it (at least I’ve found) is to simply avoid the common triggers of this skin ailment. Although, this is typically found more commonly in teenagers when those hormones are high, adults are not exempt either.
The biological origins of acne arise when a pore in the skin is clogged, usually begging with dead skin cells. Our bodies produce sebum oils to keep the skin from drying out, and when a dead skin cell blocks a pore, this sebum oil builds on top of the pore. The result is dead skin cells sticking together thanks to the sebum oils, thus forming what we know today as acne.
Three of the things mentioned in the above paragraph are four of the main causes of acne. Those being; oil production (and overly productive oil glands), dead skin cells, clogged pores, and the fourth, unmentioned, cause bacteria. Generally speaking, acne is most commonly formed on the face, neck, chest, back, and shoulders. These areas of the body are home to the regions containing the most sebaceous glands, which produce the oils that clog the skin forming acne.
Lifestyle Habits That Can Make Acne Worse
In addition to oily glands that produce acne naturally, there are other factors that have the possibility to worsen acne. Hormones are the biggest of these possibilities, thus why teenagers going through puberty generally have worse acne. An improper diet can also worsen acne in people. Such diets would include carbohydrate rich foods like bread products, chips, etc., and even excessive dairy products can have the same effect. Additionally, chocolate has long been suspected as a culprit in the worsening of acne. Lastly, copious amounts of stress, or constant stress, can cause acne to worsen, pretty severely at times.
Treatment and Prevention
There are three types of drugs that have proven themselves to be extremely effective in combating acne. These drugs are benzoyl peroxide, antibiotics, and retinoid. All three of the products are available over the counter, meaning you do not need a prescription from a pharmacist. Antibiotics for treating acne generally work more effectively when combined with either benzoyl peroxide or retinoid products.
There are also methods people can take to avoid getting acne altogether. The most common of these methods is using a facial cleanser that is designed for acne. Most of these facial cleansers have benzoyl peroxide within them. In addition, you should wash your face softly, vigorously washing the face can lead to irritation of the skin – something you should avoid if you are prone to acne. | <urn:uuid:b2c66350-e477-41f0-9b95-96882d73642a> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://naturalhealthorganics.com.au/collections/acne | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.955571 | 607 | 2.546875 | 3 |
Until Recent Years, No One Thought Old People Could Grow Young
By the Naturals Pro Staff
Professor George Church is a cell biologist at Harvard Medical School. He has published scores of scientific articles and secured many patents. He invented the method for direct genome sequencing, which led to the first genome sequence of Helicobacter pylori, a stomach bacteria.
More recently, Church has been experimenting with gene therapy in mice and dogs in an attempt to reverse aging. He has succeeded somewhat with lab mice, and he hopes to be successful with spaniels in a couple of years. His method does not add genes to the mice and dogs. Instead, he cobbles together DNA instructions onto a carrier virus that infects host cells. These DNA instructions cause the host’s genes to turn “on.”
Hormonal Triggering and Age Reversal
Theoretically, triggering genes to the “on position” will then direct hormones as messengers to aging cells. Thus, hormonal triggering repairs cellular aging and deterioration.
When asked how hormonal triggering leads to age reversal, Church replied, “Aging reversal is something that’s been proven about eight different ways in animals where you can get, you know, faster reaction times or, you know, cognitive or repair of damaged tissues” (1). He continued, stating it has been solidly verified in mice. In his lab, he has turned on multiple genes in mice that eventually resulted in improved kidney and heart function and lower levels of blood sugar.
Church believes that targeting individual diseases in dogs is a time-consuming task and possibly a mistake. Instead, he proposes that cell biology should be enhanced with hormonal triggering by turning on genes. He hypothesizes that diseases of aging may be prevented by reversing cellular aging. His promising experiments with spaniels may eventually allow him to apply what he has learned to humans. In the meantime, he speculates that an age-reversal veterinary product might be only a few years away.
The Aging Process May Be a Relic of the Past
Church asserts that his gene “turn-on” hormonal triggering could become a reliable treatment for all diseases. This means that aging could become a relic of the past, as has been the case with smallpox. However, according to the Los Angeles Gerontology Research Group at UCLA, conquering all major diseases would add only about 11 years to the average human life span. This means that a more significant extension of the human life span is dependent upon why we age at the cellular level and not the elimination of individual diseases (2).
Church will not likely seek the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) approval because aging is a natural process and not a disease—the FDA only examines and approves of drugs and medical procedures involving diseases.
Experimental Work in Sweden
Through my research in the Department of Medical Cell Biology at the University of Uppsala in Sweden, I discovered that the life spans of mice could be dramatically extended as much as 300% by targeting hormones, antioxidants, and nutrients to their cells. My targeting triggered slower aging in mice (See Stay 40). One of my mice lived for 60 months, while others from the same colony lived an average of 20 months.
In later experiments with dogs, I extended the life span of my Afghan hound, Myra, and my Jack Russell Terrier, Algot, to 14 and 16 years, respectively. Each of Myra’s siblings and parents lived to only nine years on average. My scientific associate, April Underwood, has successfully extended the life spans of two pit bulls to 20 years. Dogs can live healthy and vibrant lives beyond 20 years when given the right nutrients and hormones.
As described above, triggering enhanced cell metabolism with hormones, peptides, and nutrients is one key to Church’s gene experiments and my experiments with mice and dogs. A second key is balancing hormones, peptides, and nutrient messengers. Too few messengers mean poor, deteriorating health and shortened life expectancy. Too many messengers throw cellular machinery out of balance, and again, health declines and life is shortened. Thus, I have committed my research to achieving balance in any given hormone, nutrient, or antiaging substance.
Interestingly, this philosophy of “not too much or too little” is part of Swedish culture. In the Swedish language, there is a word for this important concept —logom. Logom is a Viking word meaning not too much and not too little, but just the exact right amount.
For example, during the 1980s, Dr. Denham Harman, a professor at the University of Nebraska, tested and confirmed that consuming high or low doses of antioxidants does not have any effect on longevity.
A second example is found in the field of endocrinology. It is a well-documented fact that too low or too high of a dose of bioidentical hormones such as cortisol, DHEA, estradiol, testosterone, and HGH will negatively influence health and longevity. Indeed, bioidentical hormones are critical to any antiaging or longevity program because synthetic hormones, such as progestins, cause cancer (2).
The Importance of Pharmacokinetics
In addition to a logom balancing of bioidentical hormonal messengers, we need to understand pharmacokinetics—the study of the cells’ absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of hormonal messengers. That is to say, we should use only a logom quantity of hormonal messengers activating their receptor sites in cells during a specific interval of time. In the field of antiaging medicine, we often achieve this objective by using hormones or nutrients that are (1) topically applied using a transdermal gel or (2) consumed using a sustained-release tablet or capsule. A pertinent example is sustained released DHEA. A logom amount of DHEA will repair cellular machinery. However, too much or too little will not repair cellular machinery damaged by aging.
I am confident that Church is on the right path toward making aging a relic of the past. However, until his method of turning on multiple genes becomes commercially available for humans (2030?), we should try to balance our hormones and nutrients by consuming daily transdermal gels and sustained-release tablets or capsules for improved health and slowed aging.
1. 60 Minute journalist Scott Pelley
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What is engineering?
This 8-page booklet helps students and teachers understand engineering - what it is, and how it makes a difference.
- Ages 11 to 18
Think of the most exotic trip you can...India? Thailand? Maybe South America? What about outer space? Well, Pamela Melroy has been there, and now she's back to tell us all about it.
Following a degree in physics and astronomy and then a masters in Earth & Planetary Sciences, she went for the dream job to end all dream jobs… to be an astronaut.
We spoke to Pam about physics, space tourism… and dancing.
As commander of a mission to the International Space Station, you’ve done the job to end all jobs. To get there, it must have been a long, long career journey. What inspired you to start?
What inspired me more than anything was astronomy. I was interested in the planets and galaxies…those types of things that are very inspiring when you’re eight or nine years old. But I was also really interested in the space programme. It can be difficult when you’re trying to make a choice about when to study something difficult like science or maths… what you have to see is the end outcome. The way to do the most exciting exploration – both on and off Earth – is to have that science or maths experience. If you can have the vision for that end job – being an engineer or scientist – then it’s easier to make your way through school.
People have difficulty comprehending what an engineer or scientist actually does on a daily basis, yet we have all these examples of improved trains, planes and automobiles around us … NASA is just the ultimate extension of that technology, but it’s actually all there around us.
The International Space Station (ISS) is a very big project, both in physical scale and in concept… can you explain why you think it’s necessary?
The simplest explanation goes all the way back to the first science class that you ever took. One of the first things that’s taught when you do an experiment is that you change one variable at a time. You test something then you change one thing: it could be a chemical level or temperature. In space, we can change the most awesome variable of all, which is gravity. It’s the ultimate variable. Every experiment that has been performed on Earth, you can re-perform that in space and learn a lot about the fundamental workings of the universe. The human body is the most obvious one, it’s extraordinary to discover where gravity is critical in a process in the body and where it isn’t…and we’re just beginning to explore that. We can understand what the processes are so we can better design treatments and medications to take care of life on Earth.
One of the points I’ve heard you mention about the ISS is that it’s based on international collaboration, not international competition. How important do you think that is?
I think that it’s enormous. The capacity for us to achieve great things is made great greater with international cooperation. Each country brings unique cultural perspectives and capabilities. Countries have centres and disciplines that are known internationally, so by bringing in all those skills you have a higher quality product.
If you think of what the magnitude of what it means to go and visit another planet – not just our Moon, which is three days away – but Mars which is six - eight months away (with current technology) then that is a challenge for the next generation of students of the whole world.
Considering how expensive space exploration is, and that there isn’t always an obvious commercial benefit, do you think that space exploration is worth it for the knowledge alone?
Absolutely. You have to look at the money that you put into science within a diversified approach. Treat it as a business proposition. You would never put all of your financial assets into a single asset class, you just don’t do that. The same thing is true of the space programme. Satellites, great…it’s very important to invest in them. [But] it’s as important to invest in pure research where you don’t know what the outcome will be. An example would be 100 years ago understanding the nature of the atom. If you hadn’t done that, nobody could have invented a laser which is incorporated into every aspect of our lives. You have to have industrial and basic research. You have to recognise that some will overreach and some will be passed over, but in the end we continue to move forward.
Do you think that space tourism will be a ‘civilian’ possibility in our lifetimes?
Yes, technically it already is. If you pay the Russians enough you can get a ride on their spacecraft. Typically, they do prefer to have people with a technical background... but everything is new and it’s a wide open field.
I think that the only way that we are going to get smarter about going into space is by doing it, so I am all in favour of every effort being made by private industry and governments to send humans into space. One concern that I do have is a lack of awareness of the danger. People think ‘how dangerous the space shuttle is’ because we’ve had two accidents in 120 missions. The reality is that if you look at satellite launches, we have an extremely high success rate compared to the unmanned launch rate, so we’re very careful. It’s terrible that only a small group of people shares this mind-blowing experience of seeing the Earth from space…we’d like to share it.
Has the experience of going to space changed you as a person?
Everyone has a different personal experience in space, but all of us have had many moments of awe among the huge amounts of busy-ness that we experience. Space is a bit like ‘work, work, work, work, work’ - look out the window - then ‘wow’ then ‘back to work’. For the space station crew members that live up there for six months or so, they have a much calmer pace. They can spend an entire revolution around the Earth just looking out the window.
I think you don’t bring anything back to Earth that you don’t already have inside you, but the awareness of looking at the Earth and seeing that everything that you know and love is so small… and you look out the other windows at the vast blackness of space. It does give you a very strong sense of wanting to protect the Earth, and a connection with the environment and the universe. I think it’s one of the most emotional things that a human can do is to go into space.
In terms of jobs that people aspire to, yours ranks way up there. But, is there anything about it that isn’t so great?
I think that in every job you have to understand that there are administrative responsibilities and the grind of being in a large organisation. Coming from the Air Force, none of that has ever bothered me. So as you’re inspired by your job the small things roll off you.
You have an interest in jazz and tap dancing; did you have any opportunities to indulge this during a mission?
When I was in space I undertook an experiment to see if it was possible to dance in microgravity… there are some real challenges. Holding yourself steady without the floor is a little difficult.
Your field, and in science in general, has traditionally been seen as a male area. As a woman, how do you feel about this?
In my experience the academic environment is one of the most rigid environments. There is an expectation out there that girls are not at good at maths and science which is demonstrably not true. So, in my mind the bigger issue is making women feel welcome. I think young women have been told that it’s difficult to have children and work… But people do it all the time. It’s more of a cultural issue than it’s a real issue. I think it’s perfectly achievable to do both.
Having been a space commander, what can you possibly do next?
That’s the million dollar question for an astronaut as we understand that there’s nothing that competes with this. But, our world offers many challenges and for me leadership is a new challenge. The most infinite and varied thing in the universe is the human heart and personality, and so for me the whole world stretches out as a set of challenges as a leader. No matter what I’m doing in 10 years I hope to be leading a team. | <urn:uuid:3c0a5c3a-31f0-4d90-ac14-b5ddd949f623> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://neonfutures.org.uk/case-study/pamela-melroy-international-space-station-commander/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.963118 | 1,811 | 3.34375 | 3 |
WOOSTER, Ohio - A late soybean harvest in some parts of Ohio has delayed winter wheat planting, causing concern that farmers may have difficulty in establishing a good crop if planting occurs too far beyond the Hessian fly-free date.
The Hessian fly-free date, used by growers to determine when to begin planting their wheat crop to avoid insect damage, has passed and farmers who have yet to plant their wheat should do so now. "If you look at the long-term data, the best yields occur when you plant within seven-to-10 days after that fly-free date," said Ohio State University plant pathologist Pat Lipps. "We'd like to see growers have their wheat in the ground by October 20 if possible. That seems to be the cut-off date when yields start to decline." This season's drought conditions have delayed soybean harvest in parts of the state. "Two things affect wheat planting: the soybean harvest and weather conditions. If we have poor weather conditions or the soybeans come off late, farmers tend to plant less wheat," said Lipps. Growers who intend to plant wheat are advised to treat their seed, select fields for the crop and choose varieties that can potentially produce high yields, high test weights and resist diseases, such as powdery mildew and head scab. "We recommend that all seed in Ohio be treated before planting," said Lipps. "Soils right now are pretty dry, which sort of concerns us because root and seedling blight diseases are common in dry soil conditions because it takes plants longer to germinate and get out of the ground." Producers are advised to apply 20-30 pounds of nitrogen during planting preparation to help the young wheat plants develop a viable root system. "It's also important for growers to get a proper planting depth. Seed should be planted an inch to an inch and a half deep," said Lipps. "Shallow planting can result in heaving problems which affects yield." Lipps said growers should also spend time analyzing which wheat varieties would perform well in Ohio before planting. "Yield, of course, is the number one characteristic. But growers should also choose varieties that produce good test weights because they get paid based on total grain weight and pounds per bushel. They should select varieties that also have good standability and winter hardiness, and show resistance to diseases," he said. "There are 60-70 varieties available for planting in Ohio and about 20 of them are major performers. Choosing the right variety is probably one of the most important things a grower can do." The 2001 Ohio Wheat Performance Test, compiled by OARDC and Ohio State Extension researchers that outlines performance of wheat varieties, is available at http://www.oardc.ohio-state.edu/wheat2001/. Growers can also contact seed companies or their local OSU Extension office to obtain information on wheat varieties. The economic outlook on this season's wheat crop is not very optimistic because of overabundance in the market and little change in price, but Lipps urges growers to plant wheat as an alternative crop to alleviate other crop and/or soil problems. "Wheat can be used to help break the cycle of some soybean diseases associated with continuous soybean planting," said Lipps. "A wheat crop also improves organic matter levels helping the soil maintain fertility and improving soil tilth. These secondary effects that wheat creates can be very important to a grower." Ohio growers seeded 1.01 million acres of winter wheat last year, down 10 percent from the previous year. This year, it is estimated that growers will seed approximately 900,000 acres. | <urn:uuid:6b4eb6e6-93cb-47c3-9e27-a320971ab671> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://news-archive.cfaes.ohio-state.edu/news-release/farmers-shouldnt-delay-planting-wheat | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.968385 | 749 | 2.703125 | 3 |
Coco Liu | Bloomberg News (TNS)
Cardiovascular-related deaths due to extreme heat are expected to nearly triple in the U.S. by mid-century as climate change raises the frequency of very hot days, according to a new study. Older and Black adults are likely to be the most affected.
The study, supported by the National Institutes of Health and published Monday in the journal Circulation, predicts that the number of heat-related cardiovascular deaths in the contiguous U.S. will increase from an annual average of 1,651 recorded in recent years to 4,320 by mid-century (defined as from 2036 to 2065).
Although extreme heat poses a universal threat to health, older and Black adults are expected to be disproportionately impacted because of chronic illness and socio-economic challenges, such as living without air conditioning.
Exposure to high temperatures stresses the cardiovascular system, forcing the heart to work harder. That, in turn, increases the odds of having a heart attack, stroke or other life-threatening episode, especially for people with heart disease.
“The health burdens from extreme heat will continue to grow within the next several decades,” Sameed Khatana, the study’s co-author and an assistant professor of medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, said in a statement. “Due to the unequal impact of extreme heat on different populations, this is also a matter of health equity and could exacerbate health disparities that already exist.”
Khatana and his co-authors made their projection by first evaluating county-level data from the contiguous 48 U.S. states during summer months from 2008 to 2019 to set a baseline. They also examined the connection between extreme heat — days with a heat index of 90F (32.2C) or higher — and cardiovascular mortality. Humidity levels, which can influence body temperatures, were also taken into consideration, as well as projected population changes.
The team modeled how heat would increase using a middle-of-the-road climate emissions projection and calculated how that would affect mortality. The death toll could rise further to 5,491 people if emissions rise sharply, the authors note.
Khatana and his co-authors call for infrastructure upgrades to help communities adapt to a hotter future. Their paper is the latest of a series of warnings from medical professionals about how excessive heat can trigger a variety of health problems and amplify existing inequalities. Last summer, the record-breaking temperatures in Europe caused more than 60,000 premature deaths, according to a study published in July.
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n a remote harbor guarded by two steep headlands in the north of Scotland, dozens of oil platforms appear in the landscape without any movement some for more than a decade, in silence, waiting for offshore oil extraction to return to profitability.
The Cromarty Firth Port Authority (CFPA) was established in 1972 as a dry dock for the repair and manufacturing of oil platforms operating in the North Sea. This region, which includes the shallow waters of the UK, Norway, Denmark, Germany and the Netherlands, was one of the busiest offshore drilling centers in the worldor, with hundreds of teams working actively, although its boom days are behind us. With oil prices steadily declining over the last couple of years, many oil companies decided to suspend their operations but there are still those who are hopeful that prices will pick up again.
Instead of dismantling their oil rigs, these companies decided to leave their structures anchored in the depths of the sea and in the port of Cromarty Firth, where they can remain on standby and ready to go as soon as the economy turns in their favor. Some of these rigs are called “hot-stacked,” meaning they still have a skeleton crew on board, keeping the expensive machines. Others are completely abandoned. Secondly, a couple of them were already removed by a crane headed for scrapping.
According to Bloomberg, only 63% of oil and gas platforms in the UK North Sea were used as of January 2016 due to falling energy prices, forcing drillers to abandon the most expensive projects. An industry analyst predicts that nearly 150 more oil rigs could be removed from UK waters in the next 10 years. For now, while thousands of people in the oil industry have lost their jobs, oil rig scrapping looks like it could benefit from the Cromarty Firth port and its idle status. | <urn:uuid:88ad1c3a-b6fb-490d-8ea4-86892898f6c4> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://newsofmonth.com/cromarty-firth-an-oil-rig-graveyard.html | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.982304 | 368 | 3.046875 | 3 |
Angular Leaf Spot
About the Disease: Angular leaf spot is actually a bacterial disease that will occur on any type of cucurbit crops. Out of all the crops, cucumber is affected by Angular Leaf Spot to the least extent.
Symptoms: The leaves will have very small spots that are angular and are brown in color. The leaves can also be straw colored and has a yellow colored halo. These spots will dry and the leaves will drop. The whole leaf looks disfigured with the irregular holes and white liquid forms on the lower portion of the leaves when wet. When the leaves are dry, it will wither out into a crust and tiny circular spots form on the fruits.
Pathogens: Pseudomonas syringae pv. Lachrymans is the main causative agent.
Time of Occurrence: this mainly occurs in the warm and humid climate.
Conditions Favoring Disease: Angular leaf spot will occur when the weather is humid. This disease will mainly affect all the parts of the plants, which are located above the ground. If the fruit gets affected in the plant, the bacteria will find its entry inside the fruit. Thus if one contaminated seed is introduced into the field, next years plants will get affected.
Disease Management: There are some resistant cucumber varieties available. Growing resistant plants can be one of the easiest ways of reducing the disease. When you buy seeds, get them from a reputed place. Choose seeds that are not susceptible to this disease, this could be the easiest way to prevent the disease.
Crop rotation needs to be practiced and if you grow cucumbers, the following year squash can be grown. This type of crop rotation can be highly useful. Also, irrigation methods should also be modified to drip irrigation. The infected fruits need to be removed since this can surely help in the further spreading of the disease. | <urn:uuid:f9c75cc9-23d2-424f-a117-7d1968e6082b> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://northamericanfarmer.com/science/angular-leaf-spot/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.944705 | 384 | 3.609375 | 4 |
Voltage controllers are electronic devices which help to keep a consistent voltage within a circuit. They are commonly used in electronic devices and are designed to help provide voltage management.
They are similar to Voltage regulators in that they control the voltage output. However, voltage controllers are able to create different outputs, such as a variable voltage, or they may act as a switch to divert the power. Voltage controllers convert a fixed voltage input to have variable voltage in output delivered to a resistive load. Similar to voltage converters, voltage controllers include all of the controlling circuitry, but do not include the passive components.
Voltage controllers have a current conversion type, which is AC-DC or DC-DC. AC-DC takes an AC power input and converts it to a DC output voltage.
Voltage controllers are ICs which come in a semiconductor package. This includes TSSOP, SOIC, SOT-23 and QFN.
Voltage controllers are often used to help drive MOSFETs. They are used in most applications which require power, and some form of voltage management. For example, battery powered devices, power supply units (PSUs) or chargers, computers, automotive and telecommunications. | <urn:uuid:6100415c-8575-4f74-a677-dd257dad9f76> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://nz.rs-online.com/web/c/semiconductors/power-management-ics/voltage-controllers/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.929915 | 250 | 3.828125 | 4 |
When you want to know how to compose an article, it is also great for you to be able to learn some hints. It’s essential that you do it correctly in the event you wish to get the best results. This can allow you to get a great outcome. Now, this corretor gramatical guide can assist you with a couple of tips about how best to write essay.
The very first thing you have to do if you wish to compose an essay corretor de texto pontuacao is to begin by writing a summary. You must provide the title and the debut. Following that, you have to choose the subject that you want to write. The next thing you have to do will be to determine which type of essay you want to write. You can choose from a Number of topics such as: History, Theories, Studies, Surveys, Criticism, and Research.
Now, begin writing the article. In terms of the topic of the essay, you must write as if you’re speaking about this to your buddy. If you think that this is hardly something which it is possible to talk about to a friend, then write it down to paper.
The next thing you will need to do would be to write each sentence as you’d read it out loud. This is the simplest way to do it. Whenever you do so, attempt to seem natural. Needless to say, it is always better if you have someone who will listen to you speaking about this sentence.
Furthermore, you need to write the sentences in order. It is essential that you understand how to do this. As for the order of these sentences, it’s always better to start off using all the most important paragraph first. You have to work your way by the most important to the least significant.
After writing the sentences, you also need to write a couple of paragraphs. You must also write a couple of more sentences after writing your paragraph. Try to make the paragraphs look shorter than the sentence which you wrote. When you make your paragraphs seem shorter, it is going to make it much easier for you to read it. This may make it simpler for you to write the article.
Finally, you have to bring the sentence you’ve written over the paragraph. Naturally, you can’t just make a couple of sentences and forget the remainder of the paragraph. If you forget, you will not be able to compose an article.
When you need to understand how to write an essay, you should have the ability to write at least three paragraphs. Naturally, this will take a good deal of practice and time. If you wish to be prosperous in writing the essay, you must practice and apply the hints given in this report. Also, you should be aware that there are several ways that you can better your writing abilities. | <urn:uuid:97f7ea99-0b0e-4ee1-8841-62b3f2b6bd71> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://p2plendingfamily.com/essay-writing-tips-how-to-write-an-essay/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.962528 | 583 | 2.65625 | 3 |
This peg literacy resource is aimed at pupils in middle classes or SEN pupils. It is made up of Cloze sentences with one word missing. The pack contains 20 cards – on the left hand side of each card is a sentence with a word missing – the focus is on places and buildings. The pupil has to use a clothes peg to identify on the right hand side of the card which word would best complete the sentence.
This activity is especially suitable for pupils who may not be able to write answers but who can read and comprehend, therefore it is a way for them to demonstrate this understanding. It is also good for fine motor skills in the manipulation of the pegs onto the cards.
Cut up the sheets into 20 separate cards and laminate the cards. This pack could be an ideal activity for a literacy station. A pack of six sets could be put together, one for each pupil in the group, to be completed at a literacy Station Teaching.
As a follow-up activity, the pupil, if able, could be asked to write out the completed sentence into their copy.
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Saving money is a critical aspect of managing one’s finances, but it can be difficult to start, especially if you have never been in the habit of saving before. The good news is, it’s never too late to start, and with the right strategies, anyone can build a healthy savings account. Whether you’re saving for a specific goal, such as a down payment on a piece of land or a holiday trip, or simply building an emergency fund, this guide will provide you with the steps and strategies needed to get started. By following these simple steps, you’ll be able to turn your financial situation around and achieve your savings goals. Here are some steps to help you get started:
Set a goal
The first step to saving money is to determine why you want to save and what you want to save for. This can be a short-term goal, such as saving for a holiday, or a long-term goal, such as saving for retirement. Once you have a goal in mind, calculate how much you need to save and by when. For example, if your goal is to save Ksh. 100,000 and you have 2 years to save, you’ll need to save Ksh 4,167 a month.
Make a budget
To save money, you need to know where your money is going. Make a list of all your income and expenses, and look for areas where you can cut back. For example, you may be spending Ksh 1000 a month on eating out, which you can reduce to Ksh 500 a month by cooking more at home.
Automate your savings
One of the easiest ways to ensure you save is to make it automatic. Set up a direct deposit from your paycheck into a separate savings account. Alternatively, you can set up automatic transfers from your checking account to your savings account. This way, you won’t even see the money, and you won’t be tempted to spend it.
Make saving a priority in your budget. Treat it like a monthly bill that needs to be paid. Pay yourself first by transferring a set amount into your savings account each month before you pay other bills.
Look for ways to increase your income
If you’re struggling to save, consider ways to increase your income. You can take on a part-time job, freelance work, or start a side hustle. You can also ask for a raise or take on additional responsibilities at your current job. The extra income will give you more money to put towards your savings goal.
Track your progress
Keep track of your spending and saving habits, and regularly check your progress towards your goal. This will give you a sense of accomplishment and help you stay motivated. You can use a budgeting app, spreadsheet, or a paper journal to track your progress.
In conclusion, saving money is not always easy, but it’s achievable with the right strategies. Start by setting a goal, creating a budget, automating your savings, prioritizing your savings, finding ways to increase your income, and tracking your progress. With persistence and dedication, you can build a healthy savings account and achieve your financial goals. | <urn:uuid:792c2d99-6d91-4ba0-b651-5dea5d42a339> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://pesabrain.com/6-best-ways-to-start-saving/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00700.warc.gz | en | 0.940971 | 654 | 2.625 | 3 |
How Long Does It Take Tomato Seeds To Germinate? How To Speed It Up Tomatoes are incredibly popular fruit to grow at home because the homegrown tomato tastes so much better than what you can purchase from the local grocery store however one of the most common questions that is asked is how long does it take for tomato seeds to germinate?
Tomato seeds will take approximately 5 to 10 days to germinate at temperatures roundabout 68-86°F (20-30°C) according to a study published by the University of California. However, the rate of germination is significantly affected when the temperature falls below a temperature of 59°F (15°C). The table below shows the impact of temperature on the rate of germination;
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Additionally, it is interesting to note that once the temperature gets above 100°F the seeds will also not germinate which is an indication that seeds are designed to only germinate when the conditions are sufficiently favorable for successful production of fruit.
Why Are My Tomato Seeds Not germinating?
In some cases, you will note that seeds do not germinate which can occur for a number of reasons, the most obvious being that the temperature is not in the ideal range for germination.
The other reason why you may also see seeds not germinating is that they are either no longer viable or have been inhabited by the gel around the outside of the seeds which needs to disintegrate before germination can occur.
If you need to test whether your seeds are dead or not you can place them on a damp towel in a sealed Tupperware container and leave them for a few days. If they are viable they will begin to sprout over 7 to 10 days in most cases, if not the seeds are most likely dead.
Aside from these sorts of issues, the other obvious cause is having insufficient water for the plants to grow is also a critical factor in the successful growing of seeds.
How Do I Make Tomato Seeds Germinate Faster?
To optimize the rate of seed germination it is important to maintain a warm moist environment that has plenty of light. If you are trying to get tomato seeds off to it an early start to accelerate your harvest in the growing season the best way is to start the plants indoors around 4 to 6 weeks prior to the last frost.
It is generally recommended that you plant two seats per cell to ensure that all cells are occupied with at least one tomato plant. If both plants germinate then thin seedlings leaving the strongest one in the cell.
However, to optimize the growth rate the most effective way is to use a heated propagation tray as this will enable the temperatures to be controlled accurately and consistently throughout the germination period. If you live in an area that is relatively cold in winter and you also have a relatively short growing season it is a really good idea to buy a heated propagation tray.
The product that we would recommend is the ipower germination kit which features a removable seed tray and humidity dome. The removable seed tray is advantageous for these types of products because that is a component for deteriorates first so being able to replace it will extend the life of the unit significantly.
The humidity dome is also an important feature particularly if you live in a really cold area because it helps to maintain the heat that is being supplied to the seeds. To see the latest price for this item click on the link below.
Get Off To An Early Start With A Heated Propagation Tray
Optimizing The Rate Of Growth Of Tomato Plants In The Garden
Once you have got the seeds off to a rapid start the next important step is to optimize the rate of growth when the plants go into the garden. In a similar manner to germinating the seeds temperature is the key factor that will maximize growth.
When plants are placed out into the garden you can provide them with significant amounts of protection earlier on which will allow them to develop in size and structure relatively quickly.
The easiest way to do this is to use either a cloche or a row cover. Cloches can easily be made from old milk cartons with the bottoms cut off and the lid removed however, I personally recommend that you use row covers as they will allow you to protect the plant for a longer period of time because they are generally much larger in size.
There are many different types of row covers available on the market if you need to purchase one the one we recommend is the growsun row cover because it is relatively tall which will allow the tomato plants to be protected for longer during the season maximizing the rate of growth. To see the latest price on Amazon click on the link below.
Extend Your Season With Growsun Row Covers
Additional measures that are also very important to speed up the harvest is to ensure that you pinch out side shoots which are the shoots that grow on a 45-degree angle between the main stem and the side limbs.
If these are not removed what happens is the plant will produce huge amounts of stems and foliage. This means that it is focusing it is time on the production of foliage rather than flowers and fruit.
The other thing that we also recommend is that you grow at least a few cherry tomatoes in your garden. The reason for this is that cherry tomatoes will produce ripe fruit earlier than larger varieties in most cases because the size of the fruit does not get as large. This means that it takes less time to create the crop.
I hope you found this article useful and have great success growing tomato plants in your garden at home. If you have any additional questions or comments please leave in the section below.
How Far Apart To Plant Cherry Tomatoes
Is It Too Late To Plant Tomatoes? And How To Make The Most Of Summer
What is the Difference between a Determinate or Indeterminate Tomato?
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An all-terrain vehicle (ATV), also known as a quad (cycle), three-wheeler, four-track, four-wheeler, or quadricycle, as defined by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is a vehicle that travels on low-pressure tires, with a seat that is straddled by the operator, along with handlebars for steering control. As the name implies, it is designed to handle a wider variety of terrain than most other vehicles. Although it is a street-legal vehicle in some countries, it is not street-legal within most states, territories, and provinces of Australia, the United States, or Canada.
By the current ANSI definition, ATVs are intended for use by a single operator, although some companies have developed ATVs intended for use by the operator and one passenger. These ATVs are referred to as tandem ATVs.
The rider sits on and operates these vehicles like a motorcycle, but the extra wheels give more stability at slower speeds. Although most are equipped with three or four wheels, six-wheel models exist for specialized applications. Engine sizes of ATVs currently for sale in the United States (as of 2008 products) range from 49 to 1,000 cc (0.049 to 1.0 L; 3.0 to 61 cu in).
Safety courses and educational literature has reduced the amount and severity of accidents among ATC and ATV riders. As cornering is more challenging on an ATC than with a four-wheeled machine, properly leaning into the turn is required, to counterbalance the weight and keep the machine stable. Operators may roll over if caution isn't used at high speeds. The lighter front end and smaller footprint of ATC’s present both a flipping and steering hazard under acceleration and on inclines. Lateral rollovers may also occur when traversing steep inclines. However, in most terrain with the proper riding technique and safety gear, this issues can be mitigated. ATC’s require unique techniques to ride properly, and turning lean requires more exaggeration than ATV’s; Throttle steering is another technique commonly used on ATC’s in soft terrain and at high speeds, leaning to the inside of the turn and manipulating the throttle to break traction with the rear tires, resulting in the machines turning on axis while maintaining a forward direction.
Suzuki was a leader in the development of mass production four-wheeled ATVs. It sold the first model, the 1982 QuadRunner LT125, which was a recreational machine for beginners.
Adventure Vehicles of Monroe, Louisiana made the first quad ATV in 1980. They called it the Avenger 400. Prior to that, Adventure Vehicles made 3 wheel ATVs and a dump body utility 3 wheeler using Kohler 8 hp engines and Comet drive systems (Comet centrifugal belt driven clutch and a Comet forward, neutral, reverse transaxle with a rigid rear axle or rear differential option.) The Avenger 400 was a rigid suspension vehicle with a fiberglass body and welded tube construction. It was a rudimentary vehicle reminiscent of the Tote Gote of the 1960s. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-hc9EJcgig8
Suzuki sold the first four-wheeled mini ATV, the LT50, from 1984 to 1987. After the LT50, Suzuki sold the first ATV with a CVT transmission, the LT80, from 1987 to 2006.
In 1985 Suzuki introduced to the industry the first high-performance four-wheel ATV, the Suzuki LT250R QuadRacer. This machine was in production for the 1985–1992 model years. During its production run it underwent three major engineering makeovers. However, the core features were retained. These were: a sophisticated long-travel suspension, a liquid-cooled two-stroke motor and a fully manual five-speed transmission for 1985–1986 models and a six-speed transmission for the 87–92 models. It was a machine exclusively designed for racing by highly skilled riders.
Honda responded a year later with the FourTrax TRX250R—a machine that has not been replicated until recently. It currently remains a trophy winner and competitor to big-bore ATVs. Kawasaki responded with its Tecate-4 250. The TRX250R was very similar to the ATC250R it eventually replaced, and is often considered one of the greatest sport ATVs ever built.
In 1987, Yamaha Motor Company introduced a different type of high-performance machine, the Banshee 350, which featured a twin-cylinder liquid-cooled two-stroke motor from the RD350LC street motorcycle. Heavier and more difficult to ride in the dirt than the 250s, the Banshee became a popular machine with sand dune riders thanks to its unique power delivery. The Banshee remains popular, but 2006 is the last year it was available in the U.S. (due to EPA emissions regulations); it remained available in Canada until 2008 and in Australia until 2012. The Warrior 350 was introduced in 1987 and went on for years as a light and fast ATV.
Shortly after the introduction of the Banshee in 1987, Suzuki released the LT500R QuadRacer. This unique quad was powered by a 500 cc liquid-cooled two-stroke engine with a five-speed transmission. This ATV earned the nickname "Quadzilla" with its remarkable amount of speed and size. While there are claims of 100+ mph (160 km/h) stock Quadzillas, it was officially recorded by 3&4 Wheel Action magazine as reaching a top speed of over 79 mph (127 km/h) in a high-speed shootout in its 1988 June issue, making it the fastest production four-wheeled ATV ever produced. Suzuki discontinued the production of the LT500R in 1990 after just four years.
At the same time, development of utility ATVs was rapidly escalating. The 1986 Honda FourTrax TRX350 4x4 ushered in the era of four-wheel drive ATVs. Other manufacturers quickly followed suit, and 4x4s have remained the most popular type of ATV ever since. These machines are popular with hunters, farmers, ranchers and workers at construction sites.
Models continue, today, to be divided into the sport and utility markets. Sport models are generally small, light, two-wheel drive vehicles that accelerate quickly, have a manual transmission and run at speeds up to approximately 80 mph (130 km/h). Utility models are generally bigger four-wheel drive vehicles with a maximum speed of up to approximately 70 mph (110 km/h). They have the ability to haul small loads on attached racks or small dump beds. They may also tow small trailers. Due to the different weights, each has advantages on different types of terrain. A popular model is Yamaha's Raptor 700, which features a nearly 700 cc four-stroke engine.
Six-wheel models often have a small dump bed, with an extra set of wheels at the back to increase the payload capacity. They can be either four-wheel drive (back wheels driving only), or six-wheel drive.
In 2011 LandFighter was founded, "the first Dutch/European ATV brand". The largest part of production takes site in Taiwan, to European standards; the ATVs are finally assembled in the Netherlands.
ATVS are mostly treated as a regular automobile in Germany, which means no special-vehicle or motorcycle license is needed. the regular driving license class B (multiple track motorized vehicles up to 3.5 Tons) is sufficient even for LoF registered vehicles. This results in Quads being allowed for people of 18 years or older that have a drivers license. It disallows people under the age of 18 to use, even if they have a 50cc or 125cc bike license, due to the fact they are treated as automobiles instead of motorcycles.
However, since 2013, the class AM was introduced, allowing 16 year olds to drive microcars that do not exceed a speed of 50km/h (such as the infamous Ellenator) a 16 year old owning the AM license is allowed to drive an ATV limited to 50cc and a top speed of 45 km/h
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SIP full form
In the realm of finance and investments, the acronym “SIP” holds a place of importance. While many individuals are familiar with the term, its full form and the role it plays in shaping investment strategies might not be fully understood. In this comprehensive blog, we will delve into the world of Systematic Investment Plans (SIP), unveil its full form, explore its significance, and highlight its benefits for investors.
SIP stands for Systematic Investment Plan. It is an investment strategy that allows individuals to invest a fixed amount of money at regular intervals into a mutual fund or other investment vehicles.
SIP is a disciplined approach to investing, where investors commit to making regular contributions over a specific period. These contributions are invested in a diversified portfolio, which can include stocks, bonds, or other assets, depending on the mutual fund’s objectives.
Significance of SIP
The Systematic Investment Plan offers several key advantages for investors:
- Disciplined Investing: SIP encourages regular and disciplined investing by setting a fixed schedule for contributions.
- Rupee Cost Averaging: SIP allows investors to buy more units when prices are low and fewer units when prices are high, potentially reducing the impact of market volatility.
- Long-Term Growth: By consistently investing over time, investors can benefit from the potential compounding of returns, leading to long-term wealth accumulation.
- Affordability: SIPs make investing more accessible to a broader range of individuals, as they can start with relatively small contributions.
- Flexibility: Investors can choose the investment amount and frequency that suits their financial goals and cash flow.
- Automatic Investing: SIPs can be set up for automatic deductions from bank accounts, making the investment process convenient and hassle-free.
How SIP Works
- Investment Amount: Investors choose the amount they want to invest regularly, such as monthly or quarterly.
- Frequency: They also select the frequency of investment, such as monthly or weekly.
- NAV-based Allotment: The invested amount is used to purchase units of a mutual fund at the prevailing Net Asset Value (NAV).
- Accumulation of Units: Over time, the invested contributions accumulate into a larger number of units.
- Potential for Growth: The performance of the mutual fund determines the growth of the investment.
SIP vs. Lump Sum Investment
SIP is often compared to lump sum investment:
- Lump Sum: In a lump sum investment, a large amount is invested in one go. It carries higher risk due to market volatility at the time of investment.
- SIP: SIP spreads the investment over time, potentially reducing the risk associated with market timing.
While SIP offers advantages, it’s important to consider:
- Market Risks: Investment values can still fluctuate based on market conditions.
- Fund Selection: Choosing the right mutual fund is crucial for achieving desired investment goals.
- Investment Horizon: SIP is most effective when viewed as a long-term strategy.
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What are tinctures and how do they work?
Tinctures are liquid alcoholic extracts from medicinal plants. They are very effective as medicinal herbal drops that are taken independently or as an adjunct to drink and food.
We produce them according to the original recipe: home made
From completely healthy, organic, fresh herbs or dried – powder.
Very strong action
They have no adverse effects – side effects.
What’s good to know about Tinctures?
Tinctures are liquid extracts of plants. These are concentrated herbal preparations, inwhich the medicinal ingredients of plants are extracted (extracted) in liquid form. For the production of tinctures, alcohol added to water or apple cider vinegar is used. The production of tinctures with alcohol is a method thousands of years old and is used by all the serious herbalists in the world. Alcohol is used because the most important medicinal ingredients, such as essential oils, res pitching, steroid alkaloids and numerous other bio-chemical substances or phytochemicals, are much better dissolved in alcohol than in water (tea) or otherwise. Moreover, certain important phytochemicals from plants can only be dissolved in alcohol.
A number of advantages of tinctures:
1. Tinctures are much stronger and more concentrated than tea. Only 2-3 drops of tincture are equal, even stronger than a whole cup of tea. It is for this reason that consuming the tinctures themselves is much necessary when resolving health problems. Sometimes it is difficult, because of work and other obligations, to drink large amounts of tea. Instead of tea, then we use tinctures.
2. Medicinal tincture ingredients can be better digested and assimilated than raw plants themselves, especially if we have problems with digestion. The medicinal ingredients of tincture enter the bloodstream quickly, almost instantly. That’s why tinctures can be, among other things, first aid and emergency medicine.
3. Alcohol maintains tincture and significantly extends the shelf life, almost indefinitely. The longer the tincture stands, the greater its effect. For those who have an aversion to alcohol itself (although it is a minimum quantity) there is a very simple solution, bury your tincture in hot tea or pour hot water and all the alcohol will evaporate.
4. Unlike tinctures produced in domestic work, commercial tinctures are generally of poor quality and ineffective, as they are not prepared from adequate and unprocessed herbs, and in much smaller conceptions. Tinctures produced in domestic radiance very often can be of poorer quality, mostly due to the lower amount of plants, or the poorer quality of plants used when preparing.
Tinctures prepared and manufactured within the project Natural enzyme guarantee quality and efficiency!
It is used to clean the kidneys, remove heavy metals from the body.
Application: It is applied three times a day for 15 drops in 100 ml of water before eating.
Notes: Keep out of reach of young children. A dietary supplement is not a substitute or substitute for a balanced diet.
Warnings: People taking medicines should consult a doctor before taking it. It is not recommended for pregnant or nursing women.
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Alcohol free disinfectant
Who would have thought that disinfectants would one day take such center stage? In times of pandemics and constant health threats, the world has learned to appreciate anew the importance of cleanliness and hygiene. Alcohol-free disinfectant is a hot topic in this regard.
Disinfectants are products used to kill or inactivate pathogens such as bacteria, viruses or fungi. They are used for hygiene and infection control in various fields such as medicine, the food industry or private households. Most disinfectants contain alcohol as the main active ingredient, as it has a fast and effective action against many microorganisms. However, alcohol also has some disadvantages, such as drying out the skin, a limited duration of action or a possible fire hazard. For these reasons, there are also alcohol-free disinfectants that contain other active ingredients such as chlorine, hydrogen peroxide or benzalkonium chloride.
What is an alcohol-free disinfectant?
An alcohol-free disinfectant is a product that contains no or only a very small amount of alcohol. Instead, it is based on other chemical or natural substances that have a disinfecting effect.
Definition and mode of action
The definition of an alcohol-free disinfectant depends on how much alcohol it contains. According to the European Standard EN 1500, a product is considered alcohol-free if it contains less than 0.5% ethanol or 0.1% isopropanol. These amounts are so small that they have no effect on the effectiveness or safety of the product.
The mode of action of an alcohol-free disinfectant depends on the active ingredient used. In general, these substances act by destroying or altering the cell membrane or genetic material of the microorganisms. This kills them or inhibits their multiplication.
What is an alcohol-free disinfectant?
There are several types of alcohol-free disinfectants, which differ in their composition, efficacy and areas of application. The most common are:
These contain chlorine or chlorine compounds such as sodium hypochlorite or chlorine dioxide. They have a strong effect against bacteria, viruses, fungi and spores. They are mainly used to disinfect surfaces, water or food. However, they can also cause skin irritation, respiratory problems or bleach spots.
Hydrogen peroxide-based disinfectants:
These contain hydrogen peroxide or peroxides such as peracetic acid or perbenzoic acid. They have a good effect against bacteria, viruses, fungi and spores. They are mainly used to disinfect wounds, instruments or textiles. However, they can also cause skin irritation, eye damage or oxygen explosions.
Benzalkonium chloride-based disinfectants:
These contain benzalkonium chloride or other quaternary ammonium compounds. They have a good effect against bacteria, viruses and fungi. They are mainly used to disinfect skin, mucous membranes or contact lenses. However, they can also cause skin irritation, allergies or the development of resistance.
These contain natural substances such as essential oils, herbal extracts or enzymes. They have a moderate effect against bacteria, viruses and fungi. They are mainly used to disinfect the skin, hair or mouth. However, they can also cause skin irritation, allergies or low effectiveness.
Some of you may be wondering: why alcohol-free at all? Well, not everyone can or wants to use alcohol, be it for health, religious or simple preferences.
An alcohol-free disinfectant can be a viable alternative to a product containing alcohol if you want to take advantage of certain benefits or avoid certain drawbacks.
Advantages of alcohol-free products
Alcohol-free disinfectants are often less aggressive to the skin and may therefore be more suitable for people with sensitive skin. They also offer the advantage of being non-flammable and not emitting strong vapors.
- Skin compatibility and moisturizing
Alcohol can dry out, irritate or damage the skin, especially with frequent or prolonged use. Alcohol-free disinfectants are usually more skin-friendly and can even moisturize. This is particularly important for people with sensitive, dry or damaged skin.
- Broad spectrum of action and long-term efficacy
Alcohol has a rapid effect against many microorganisms, but it cannot kill or inactivate all of them. For example, it is less effective against spores, some viruses or fungi. Alcohol-free disinfectants often have a broader spectrum of activity and can also combat these pathogens. They also often have a longer duration of action than alcohol, which evaporates or degrades quickly.
- Environmental friendliness and sustainability
Alcohol is a flammable and volatile substance that poses a fire hazard and contributes to air pollution. Alcohol-free disinfectants are generally non-flammable and less volatile. Therefore, they are safer to handle and transport. In addition, some alcohol-free disinfectants are biodegradable or derived from natural sources. They are therefore more environmentally friendly and sustainable than alcohol.
There are many different ingredients that can be used in alcohol-free disinfectants. Some of the most common are benzalkonium chloride, chlorhexidine digluconate and hydrogen peroxide.
Areas of application
In the household
From the kitchen to the bathroom, alcohol-free disinfectants can be used anywhere in the home. They are especially useful for places with children, as they are less aggressive.
In public areas
Whether in schools, offices or shopping centers, these disinfectants provide protection everywhere. They are often found in dispensers in entrance areas.
They are also indispensable in hospitals. They provide a high standard of protection without burdening the staff.
The areas of application and recommendations for alcohol-free disinfectants depend on the type of product and the purpose of the disinfection. In general, the following points should be observed:
Verify the effectiveness of the product:
Not all alcohol-free disinfectants are effective against all microorganisms. One should therefore always read the manufacturer's instructions and use the product only for the intended areas of application.
Observe the correct dosage and exposure time:
The dosage and exposure time of an alcohol-free disinfectant are important for its effectiveness. Therefore, one should always follow the manufacturer's instructions and not dilute the product or allow it to act for too short a time.
Observe proper storage and disposal:
The storage and disposal of an alcohol-free disinfectant are important for its safety. One should therefore always observe the expiration date and protect the product from heat, light or moisture. In addition, one should not allow the product to enter the sewage system or the environment.
Difference from alcohol-based agents
While alcohol-based disinfectants evaporate quickly and leave a strong odor, alcohol-free agents offer a gentler, often odorless option that is just as effective.
How it works
Effectiveness against germs
They work by destroying the cell membranes of bacteria and viruses, killing them. Many alcohol-free disinfectants can kill up to 99.9% of germs.
Application and order
It is important to follow the label instructions carefully. Some may require that they remain on the skin or surface for a certain amount of time to be effective.
What to consider
Always look at the ingredients list and make sure the product is certified and fit for your intended purpose.
Brands and recommendations
There are many brands on the market. It is advisable to read reviews and, if necessary, ask medical personnel for recommendations.
Alcohol-free disinfectant offers an effective, gentle and often odorless option for those looking for an alternative to alcohol-based products. When choosing the best product for your needs, it's important to be informed and always be safe.
Is alcohol-free disinfectant as effective as alcohol-based disinfectant?
Yes, if used properly, it can be just as effective.
Can I make alcohol-free disinfectant myself?
It is generally not recommended, as improper manufacture may compromise efficacy.
Where can I buy alcohol-free disinfectant?
They are available in most pharmacies, supermarkets and online, for example, at https://prpmed.de/en/.
Are they safe for children?
Yes, they are often a safer option for children because they are not as aggressive as alcohol-based products.
Can I use it for all surfaces?
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Named from the Greek psyche to convey the mind, soul, or essence of life, combined with –delic (derived from manifest, or clear) the mystery of a psychedelic can hardly fail to pique initial intrigue — but it wouldn’t be studied for long without promising, tangible results.
Luckily for psychedelics — and perhaps for humankind — those results have been found in abundance. Everywhere from Imperial College London to the University of Zurich is now taking a class of drug once associated with tie-dye and Woodstock seriously as a research frontier, with the potential to reduce death-related anxiety, increase openness to experience, and enhance long-term psychological well-being.
Some of the most prominent results from the past decade of research, in a nutshell:
- LSD: Life satisfaction and well-being remained increased 12 months after a single 200 μg dose. Reduced anxiety and depression in cancer patients, as well as reduced alcohol and tobacco dependency.
- Psilocybin / magic mushrooms: Increased positive affect and reduced trait anxiety at one-month follow-up. Reductions in depression and anxiety symptoms for treatment-resistant depressives.
- Ayahuasca: Reductions in depression, improvements in quality of life, and reduced use of prescription medications for first-time users.
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MRS No. 24 - Domestic Migrant Remittances in China: Distribution, Channels and Livelihoods
Remittances are an integral feature of the internal migration process in China. According to a report released by the Consultative Group to Assist the Poor, in 2005 China’s rural migrants sent nearly USD 30 billion back home to their families. The significance of domestic remittances becomes even more evident when the large numbers of people receiving remittances are taken into account. Owing to the shorter travel distances, the lower cost of labour market entry and the larger volume of domestic migrants relative to international migrants, domestic remittances are likely to benefit more poor people than international money transfers. Clearly, in the case of China, remittances have greatly improved the incomes of rural populations. In order to understand the contributions remittances can make to development and the ways in which potential benefits may be
enhanced, there are several questions that need to be answered. For instance, how are such funds distributed within and across regions? What channels are used to send money to the rural areas? Who are the people in the rural community receiving the money? Why do some migrants fail to remit? How are remittances spent? And, what are the policy implications of how the money is distributed, remitted and used?
This report draws on a rich body of English and Chinese literature to find answers to these questions.
- Regional Distribution of Remittances
- How is the Money Remitted?
- Who Gets the Money?
- Instances of Non-Remittance
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Since Koreans do not consider Confucianism to be part of religion, conventional religious identification questions cannot accurately capture the number of Confucians in Korea. Using the Korean General Social Survey and other data sources, we aim to describe the identification, beliefs, and practices related to Confucianism, especially ancestral rituals, and to examine whether these beliefs and practices differ across religious groups. Contrasted with 0.2% of the adult population identifying their religion as Confucianism in the 2015 Korean Census, 51% considered themselves as Confucians when asked, “(Regardless of your religious affiliation) do you consider yourself a Confucian?” If we consider those who think that rites for deceased family members are Confucian, the proportion was 44%. Considering those who conduct ancestral rites at a gravesite as Confucians, the proportion was 86%, but was only 70% when we count those who perform ancestral rites at home as Confucians. We also found substantial differences among religious groups. In general, Buddhists were most likely and Protestants were least likely to identify with Confucianism, believe in the power of ancestors, and perform ancestral rites. Perhaps most telling is the result of religious none falling in the middle between Buddhists and Protestants in terms of identification, beliefs, and rituals of Confucianism. The differences of religious groups appear to reflect religious syncretism and the exclusivity of religion. It is overstating to declare a revival of Confucianism, but it is reasonable to say that Confucianism is not a dying tradition in Korean society.
Bibliographical noteFunding Information:
Funding: This research was funded by the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Korea and the National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF-2020S1A3A2A03096777).
© 2022 by the authors. Licensee MDPI, Basel, Switzerland.
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- Ancestral beliefs
- Ancestral rituals
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There seems to be a working assumption that if Australia adopts tougher environmental policies, our economic growth will be undermined. But new research finds the opposite is true.
No longer concerns for a distant future, climate change and environmental degradation are an urgent challenge facing the planet. And they’re happening now.
According to the 2019 United Nations Climate Change report, between 1990 and 2016, global aggregate greenhouse gas emissions increased by 46.7 per cent. In 2018, the global mean temperature had risen about 1°C above the pre-industrial baseline.
Countries around the world have experienced climate-related disasters including extreme weather like hurricanes, storms, heatwaves and bushfires, as well as slow onset impacts like sea level rise, soil degradation and coral bleaching.
As the US and EU move forward with their green recovery, there was little talk of the climate crisis or the environment in Australia’s 2021 Federal budget.
While Australia’s largest trading partners make bigger and bolder commitments to decarbonisation and use their COVID-19 recovery budgets to maximise the opportunity to boost a clean energy transition, the Australian government has committed to a gas-fired recovery over a green one, pouring billions into fossil fuel projects.
Instead of adopting a wide range of more effective and efficient environmental policies, like price and tax mechanisms, the government has pinned its hopes on a low-emissions technology plan.
The Morrison government’s increasing support for fossil fuel projects seems to have some elements in common with former US president Donald Trump’s 2020 Executive Order which allowed US federal agencies to bypass environmental protection laws and fast-track pipeline, highway and other infrastructure projects.
Trump declared regulatory delays would hinder “our economic recovery from the national emergency”.
Likewise, in 2017, Trump withdrew the US from the Paris Agreement for international climate action for the same reason. The Agreement, he said, would undermine the US economy “and put us at a permanent disadvantage to the other countries of the world”.
Economic benefits of climate change action
All of these recent policy moves seem to be made with the notion that greater action on environmental policy harms a nation’s productivity growth. But experts like Australian economist Ross Garnaut argue that taking greater action on climate change now could actually benefit our economy in the long run.
And this is a position our recently published research supports.
Our study looked at the environmental policies of 22 countries belonging to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), alongside their productivity growth, finding some positive evidence of the economic effect of environmental policies.
Using the OECD’s Environmental Stringency Policy Index, we rated each nations’ environmental policies including Australia and the US, between 1990 and 2007, in order to investigate the impact of greater environmental policy actions on a nation’s productivity.
These policies include taxes on carbon and subsidies for renewable energy, as well as regulations like limits on sulphur content in diesel.
The model we used is flexible enough to capture country-specific effects of taking greater environmental action on a nation’s productivity growth.
We can also identify the causal impact of environmental policies on productivity by exploiting the time-series variation within each country, which basically measures the movements of productivity caused by changes in policy stringency.
Our research, published in Energy Economics looking at 22 OECD countries, found that all of this group had gradually tightened their environmental regulation between 1990 and 2007.
Using the example nations – Australia, Germany, United States and United Kingdom – against the OECD average, Denmark had the highest and Germany the second-highest average score over the 17 years of all 22 OECD countries.
And Australia had the worst.
By examining short and long-term effects, our results show that while environmental regulations do increase the cost of production initially – for example, a carbon tax makes coal more expensive, which increases the costs of metal production – adopting tighter environmental policies boosts a country’s productivity in the long run.
Positive effects of environmental protection
This positive effect is more noticeable in countries that showed leadership on environmental protection and adopted tougher environmental policies.
According to our estimates, during the 17-year sample period, if an average OECD country had increased the stringency of its environmental policies by one unit, its annual productivity growth rate in three years’ time would have increased by about 0.71 percentage points from -0.09 per cent to 0.62 per cent.
By applying our estimates to a theoretical country whose environmental policies were as strong as Germany’s (so stronger than the OECD average), if it had increased the stringency of its environmental policies by one unit, it would have seen its annual productivity growth rate increase by 1.14 percentage points in three years’ time.
The positive effect of adopting tougher environmental policies on a country’s productivity growth could in part be due to the fact that a cleaner environment in the long run increases the quality of various production inputs – like better workforce health and better quality of water or air.
It’s also feasible that environmental regulations prompt industries to actively look for and purge inefficiencies in their production processes and, as a result, boost their productivity in the long run.
For instance, an economy-wide carbon price would increase the cost of manufacturing with high carbon emissions. This would provide them with a strong incentive to find or develop technologies as efficient and as clean as possible to reduce their production cost.
As a result, fewer fossil fuels will be needed to maintain the same level of production.
The impact environmental policies have on production technology and productivity is an important question of our time, but the lack of a fully-fledged pollution trading market or detailed production information at a sector level makes it difficult to examine this effect thoroughly.
Our findings show that while there might be a short-term hike in cost, countries whose governments implement strong environmental regulations reap the productivity – and economic growth – rewards in the long term.
By Dr Ou Yang, University of Melbourne
First published on 27 October 2021.
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The spatial distributions of organism abundance and diversity are often heterogeneous. This includes the sub-centimetre distributions of microbes, which have ‘hotspots’ of high abundance, and ‘coldspots’ of low abundance. Previously we showed that 300 μl abundance hotspots, coldspots and background regions were distinct at all taxonomic levels. Here we build on these results by showing taxonomic micropatches within these 300 μl microscale hotspots, coldspots and background regions at the 1 μl scale. This heterogeneity among 1 μl subsamples was driven by heightened abundance of specific genera. The micropatches were most pronounced within hotspots. Micropatches were dominated by Pseudomonas, Bacteroides, Parasporobacterium and Lachnospiraceae incertae sedis, with Pseudomonas and Bacteroides being responsible for a shift in the most dominant genera in individual hotspot subsamples, representing up to 80.6% and 47.3% average abundance, respectively. The presence of these micropatches implies the ability these groups have to create, establish themselves in, or exploit heterogeneous microenvironments. These genera are often particle-associated, from which we infer that these micropatches are evidence for sub-millimetre aggregates and the aquatic polymer matrix. These findings support the emerging paradigm that the microscale distributions of planktonic microbes are numerically and taxonomically heterogeneous at scales of millimetres and less. We show that microscale microbial hotspots have internal structure within which specific local nutrient exchanges and cellular interactions might occur.
Bibliographical noteCopyright: © 2018 Dann et al. This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.
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