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What are vitamins and the daily recommended amount of the vitamins

vova — Wed, 21 May 2008 07:49:49 -0700

The vitamins were discovered only in the XX^th century, but the value of eating fruits, vegetables and other kinds of food were recognized already in ancient times.

The word "vitamine" was introduced by Kazimierz Funk in 1912, from which, later, originated the term vitamin. It signified a group of compounds considered vital for life. As all those compounds were thought to have a nitrogen-containing component known as an amine, they got the name "vitamine" – vital amine. The "e" from the end of the word was dropped down in 1920, as a suggestion from Jack Cecil Drummond, when it was discovered that Vitamin C doesn't contain nitrogen, thus not all are amines.

Cleaning a cell phone

vova — Tue, 20 May 2008 10:46:38 -0700

If you own a cell phone it is very important, time to time, to clean it, because every day on the phones conglomerate thousands of germs. The sources of the germs, dust and small particles are different, because we use the phone all most everywhere and all the time, while shopping, in the toilets, while driving, in the buses, metros, and so on. We also use to pass it to other persons, friends, relatives, etc. Taking in consideration all those mentioned above we should clean the cell phone quite often. Cleaning it will make it work better and last longer, and will make look shiner.

Homemade Natural Cleaning Products

vova — Mon, 19 May 2008 10:20:45 -0700

For everyday house clean most of us use expensive commercial cleaners and we don’t realise that the most efficient, safe and inexpensive cleaners are in our cupboards like baking soda, vinegar, lemon juice and salt. Commercial cleaning products contain a lot of chemicals that can harm us and our family and that are not adequately tasted, controlled or regulated. Every year occur millions of household poisons and most of them are caused by household cleaners. Using your homemade cleaners will protect your family from chemicals and also save money.

How to choose cutting boards

vova — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 08:47:28 -0700

As we know most of cutting boards were made of hardwoods, but over the years, a new generation of boards has emerged, made of various substances, each type has its own benefits and drawbacks. Below are described some cutting boards made of different substances.

Plastic Cutting Boards are the most affordable and can be found in various colors, hard or flexible, thick or thin. The flexible ones are terrific for food transfer and are easy to store. They will not last as long as thicker boards, as sharp knives will eventually cut through the thin material. Hard plastic boards are extremely durable and can also double as trivets. Plastic boards are generally considered the “safest” as they are the easiest to clean and sanitize, and the smaller ones can be placed in the dishwasher.

How to care for lemon tree and how the fruit can help us

vova — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 08:39:07 -0700

The history

Lemon is the symbol of the Mediterranean warmth and sun. It has its origin in Asia and being more exactly it comes from the Far East, India and China, where it was found growing wild. The fruit was known in China, India and in the Mesopotamian civilizations for its antiseptic, anti-rheumatic and refreshing properties and considered sacred in Muslim countries. It was mainly used as an antidote against poisons, as an astringent against dysenteric and hemorrhagic symptoms and as well as to keep the Devil away from homes. Ancient Egyptians used it to embalm their mummies and they often put it in tombs with dates and figs. Sicilians took some centuries to understand what a resource lemon was for them. Well, Sicily has not always been the country of lemons and of lemon growing.

The uses of cotton

vova — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 08:27:55 -0700

Cotton^[1] is a soft, staple fiber that grows around the seeds of the cotton plant, a shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions around the world, including the India and Africa. Cotton fiber, once it has been processed to remove seeds (ginning) and traces of honeydew, protein, vegetable matter, and other impurities, consists of nearly pure cellulose, a natural polymer. Cotton production is very efficient, in the sense that only ten percent or less of the weight is lost in subsequent processing to convert the raw cotton bolls into pure fiber. The cellulose is arranged in a way that gives cotton fibers a high degree of strength, durability, and absorbency. Each fiber is made up of twenty to thirty layers of cellulose coiled in a neat series of natural springs. When the cotton boll is opened, the fibers dry into flat, twisted, ribbon-like shapes and become kinked together and interlocked. This interlocked form is ideal for spinning into a fine yarn.

How to care for a Spathiphyllum

vova — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 07:55:43 -0700

Spathiphyllum is a wonderful group of tropical plants and are simply sensational indoors plants. Even better, spaths or peace lily, as they’re often called by horticulturists, are easy to care for and grow in the home. It has impressive foliage, relief to the touch, at the end of a thin long branch. Its white flowers, as impressive, come as the perfect distraction to the dark green foliage. Both characteristics made peace lily very popular to those who love green/foliage plants as well as to those who prefer flowering plants.

Spaths are growing in all kinds of interior spaces, from malls and atriums to offices, and of course, homes. Commonly known as peace lily, these beauties are wonderful choices for medium – and low-light areas.

There are all kinds of Spathiphyllum varieties to choose from, but they’ve basically all got fairly long, oblong leaves that come to a point, and they all feature simple white blooms. A visit to your favorite local garden center should give you lots of choices. Ask a staff member to help you select the best one that fits your indoor space and needs.

Healing benefits of Mint

vova — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 07:47:54 -0700

Mentha (mint) is a genus of about 25 species (and many hundreds of varieties) of flowering plants in the family Lamiaceae (Mint Family). Species within Mentha have a subcosmopolitan distribution across Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia, and North America. Several mint hybrids commonly occur.

Mints are aromatic, almost exclusively perennial, rarely annual, herbs. They have wide-spreading underground rhizomes and erect, branched stems. The leaves are arranged in opposite pairs, from simple oblong to lanceolate, often downy, and with a serrated margin.

How to make a family tree and what is genealogy?

vova — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 07:39:07 -0700

Genealogy^[1] is one of the world’s most popular hobbies. Hundreds of millions of people around the globe are actively engaged in some form of family research. It seems as if everyone, in some part of their lives, wonders where they came from. Maybe it's the red hair that your mom says has been passed down from your Irish great-grandfather. Or perhaps a curiosity as to why Grandma never spoke about her family. Some people have become intrigued after visiting a battlefield and wondering if one of their ancestors fought or even died there. For others it is the box of old photos or clothing which has been left to them by a relative. What starts as a simple curiosity, however, quickly grows into an obsession. Forget shopping or gambling - climbing your family tree is much more addictive, so never say I didn't warn you!

The powerful health qualities of natural apple cider vinegar

vova — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 13:50:09 -0700

Research worldwide supports and commends what Hippocrates (the father of medicine) found and treated his patients with in 400 B.C. He discovered that natural, undistilled Apple Cider Vinegar (or ACV) is a powerful cleansing and healing elixir – a naturally occurring antibiotic and antiseptic that fights germs and bacteria – for a healthier, stronger, longer life!

ACV is also a germ fighter in the home, lab, etc. Some mix it with water to wash windows. Vinegar must be clear, light colored and free from the brownish, cobweb "mother" is the reason producers distill their vinegar. In distilling, the vinegar is turned to steam by heating.