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[ "The Golden Triangle region of Southeast Asia is now the leader in opium production, yielding 2,500 tons annually. According to U.S. drug experts, there are new drug trafficking routes from Burma through Laos, to southern China, Cambodia and Vietnam.", "Efforts by the British and French to control opium production in Southeast Asia are successful. Nevertheless, this Southeast region, referred to as the 'Golden Triangle', eventually becomes a major player in the profitable opium trade during the 1940's.", "Opium pipe. This opium pipe is believed to come from Asia. It is a decorative art piece from the time when drugs were used socially. It was given to Major General Sir Frederick Browning. Later it was given by his widow, the author, Daphne Du Maurier to Helen's father who was their doctor.", "Beginning of a dialog window, including tabbed navigation to register an account or sign in to an existing account. Both registration and sign in support using google and facebook accounts. Escape will close this window.", "'How Thai monks saved my life': Opium addict who smoked 30 pipes a day details his love affair with the drug and the vomit therapy that cured him. 1 Steven Martin, 50, first smoked opium in 1992 in Laos, where the last of the old Chinese-style opium dens still existed.", "If, on the other hand, you are interested in purchasing an authentic antique opium pipe or opium lamp, you may want to have your potential purchase authenticated by the Opium Museum before you hand over your money to an antiques dealer.", "By clicking Register, you agree to Etsy's Terms of Use, Cookies and Privacy Policy. Etsy may send you communications; you may change your preferences in your account settings.", "Beginning of a dialog window, including tabbed navigation to register an account or sign in to an existing account. Both registration and sign in support using Google and Facebook accounts. Escape will close this window.", "'How Thai monks saved my life': Opium addict who smoked 30 pipes a day details his love affair with the drug and the vomit therapy that cured him. A former opium addict has described his 20-year love affair with the drug and the vomit therapy that cured him in a tell-all book. At the peak of his addiction, Steven Martin, now 50, would smoke up to 30 pipes per day and was unable to leave his home at night for fear he might not get a fix.", "The Dutch export shipments of Indian opium to China and the islands of Southeast Asia; the Dutch introduce the practice of smoking opium in a tobacco pipe to the Chinese. 1729. Chinese emperor, Yung Cheng, issues an edictprohibiting the smoking of opium and its domestic sale, except under license for use as medicine." ]

[ "A parallelogram has opposite sides parallel and equal in length. Also opposite angles are equal (angles a are the same, and angles b are the same). NOTE: Squares, Rectangles and Rhombuses are all Parallelograms! A parallelogram with:", "A rhombus is a four-sided shape where all sides have equal length. Also opposite sides are parallel and opposite angles are equal. Another interesting thing is that the diagonals (dashed lines in second figure) meet in the middle at a right angle. In other words they bisect (cut in half) each other at right angles.", "So would I start the proof as: It is given that quadrilateral ABCD is a parallelogram. Using the Reflexive Property, we know that line AC is congruent to line AC. Line AB is congruent to line CD because opposite sides of a parallelogram are equal. Line BC is equal to line AD because both pairs of opposite sides of a parallelogram are congruent and parallel. Therefore, triangle ABC is congruent to triangle ADC. anonymous.", "Notice how the opposite sides remain parallel. A parallelogram is a quadrilateral with opposite sides parallel. But there are various tests that can be applied to see if something is a parallelogram. It is the parent of some other quadrilaterals, which are obtained by adding restrictions of various kinds:", "A Parallelogram is a flat shape with opposite sides parallel and equal in length. Opposite sides are parallel. Opposite angles are equal (angles a are the same, and angles b are the same) Angles a and b add up to 180°, so they are supplementary angles. Play with a Parallelogram: NOTE: Squares, Rectangles and Rhombuses are all Parallelograms!", "Best Answer: Hey there! The definition of a parallelogram states that two pairs of opposite sides are parallel, not congruent. Let parallelogram ABCD, have sides such that AB is parallel to CD and AC is parallel to BD. AB ll CD and AC ll BD --> Write the problem. Draw line BD --> There is exactly one line through any two points.", "A quadrilateral is a parallelogram if: 1 Both pairs of opposite sides are parallel. (By definition). Or: 2 Both pairs of opposite sides are congruent. If they are congruent, they must also be parallel. Or: One pair of opposite sides are congruent and parallel.", "A trapezoid (called a trapezium in the UK) has a pair of opposite sides parallel. It is called an Isosceles trapezoid if the sides that aren't parallel are equal in length and both angles coming from a parallel side are equal, as shown.", "Although the definition of a parallelogram is a quadrilateral with both pairs of opposite sides parallel, the only way for a quadrilateral to include opposite sides of… equal length is if the included angles are the same, and hence the sides are parallel. (Hint : draw a diagonal to a parallelogram.", "A quadrilateral is a parallelogram if: 1 Both pairs of opposite sides are parallel. (By definition). 2 Both pairs of opposite sides are congruent. If they are congruent, they must also be parallel. One pair of opposite sides are congruent and parallel. Then, the other pair must also be parallel." ]

[ "Certain people with pending asylum, cancellation of removal, or adjustment applications, for instance, may work, but they have to apply for an EAD first. F1 students who want to work on OPT are in the same situation.", "1 OPT is a 1 year work permit given to students after completing graduate degree program in the United States. 2 You have to find a job within 90 days of that 1 year period after graduation, or else you become out of status. If your employer is enrolled in the eVerify program, you can get up to 29 months of OPT.", "My Job Search Process. As an OPT (Optional Practical Training) International Student, I had been in the same shoes are you were few years ago. I graduated from Chemical engineering from Bangalore University. I saw the trend was to start reading GRE and Toefl and plan to go to USA.", "1 If your employer is enrolled in the eVerify program, you can get up to 29 months of OPT. 2 You have to apply for H-1B visa while in OPT. 3 To work as an intern in F-1 Visa, you will need to get an internship. Your college then has to issue a CPT (Curriculum Practical Training)", "DesiOPT - F1 visa students find OPT Jobs (Optional Practical Training), CPT Jobs, H1B Jobs – OPT Students looking for jobs can find OPT employers who can sponsor H1b, CPT internship jobs, OPT CPT training or part-time OPT CPT jobs. Employers can find OPT students, CPT candidates and F1 visa student's resumes. DesiOPT.com was created by group of Alumni's who have experienced similar difficulties as faced by current jobseekers. It reduces the time spent on finding International Student Jobs and H1B sponsorship Jobs.", "F1 status does not inherently carry with it the right to work, so F1 students seeking OPT work must first apply for an EAD. So the OPT is not actually a work permit--it's just the name of the legal provision that allows an F1 student to apply for an EAD to work in a certain job for a certain length of time.", "1 Your college then has to issue a CPT (Curriculum Practical Training) 2 CPT is a work authorization that will allow you to do internship. 3 CPT can be issued for 1 semester up to 364 Days (rules vary among universities) If you have 365 days of CPT, you may not be able to get an OPT.", "Here are the differences: An OPT is available to eligible F1 visa students who are allowed - if they meet the qualifications - to apply their specialized knowledge to a directly related job. After completing the first academic year, F-1 students are eligible to work in three different types of off-campus employment:", "1 If you have 365 days of CPT, you may not be able to get an OPT. So an OPT and a CPT are similar in the way they both allows you to work legally in the U.S. You will need a CPT to work as an intern before graduation, you will need an OPT to work after completing a degree.", "OPT is the Optional Practical Training whereas EAD is the employment authorization document. The H1B is a nonimmigrant visa classification for workers employed in the specialized field. It permits the foreign residential to work temporarily in the U.S. and perform services in a prearranged professional job." ]

[ "Dr. Jeff Henderer: There is a very specific way that the nerve fibers from the retina feed into the optic nerve. The fibers from the temporal retina enter from the north and south poles of the nerve. The temporal side of the nerve serves the macula (where we do fine vision), and the nasal nerve serves the nasal retina.", "In fact, the changes that you see in glaucoma are pretty specific to glaucoma. Optic nerve compression generally shows up as pallor of the nerve, not cupping. The same can be said of a “stroke” of the nerve. When the blood supply is cut off, the changes are not generally the same as you see in glaucoma.", "Nerve elevation due to disc drusen is usually apparent in childhood as a “full” optic nerve that simulates papilledema (figure 11A). As the person ages and this pseudopapilledema changes, the optic nerve takes on a scalloped appearance at the nasal disc margin (figure 11B).", "Diseases of the optic nerve usually result in characteristic features, including reduced visual acuity and color vision, a relative afferent pupillary defect (RAPD), visual field defects and changes in the optic disc appearance (e.g., swelling, pallor or cupping).", "Optic Disc & Optic Nerve. The optic disc is a round area in the back of the eye where retinal nerve fibers collect to form the optic nerve. The optic disc is sometimes called the optic nerve head because it is the head of the optic nerve as it enters the eye from the brain. It is located slightly to the nasal side of the globe. The optic disc is known as the blind spot because it contains no photoreceptors.", "The appearance of the optic nerve and retina can help determine the presence of papilledema. Papilledema is usually bilateral and symmetric (figure 13). The optic nerve head appears hyperemic. Paton’s lines (circumferential retinal folds surrounding the disc) are often present.", "One key warning sign: optic atrophy. This represents irreversible damage to the optic nerve. Atrophy is diagnosed based on the color and structure of the optic nerve, nerve fiber layer and retinal blood vessels.", "Typically, the optic nerve exits the sclera at a 90º angle. A tilted optic nerve occurs when the nerve exits the eye at an oblique angle. Tilted disc is usually a bilateral condition in which the superiortemporal disc is raised, simulating disc swelling, while the inferiornasal disc is flat or depressed (figure 9).", "The optic nerve head, or disc, is defined as the distal portion of the optic nerve extending from the myelinated portion of nerve that begins just behind the sclera, to the retinal surface. Typically, it is slightly oval with the vertical diameter being about 9% greater than the horizontal.", "Dr. Jeff Henderer: Sure. The optic nerve is the structure in the eye that contains a bundle of small nerve fibers wrapped into one large nerve fiber that takes the signal from the retina to the brain. It’s sort of like a fiber optic cable." ]

[ "Low-fat Cheese and Fruit. Haupert also loves pairing low-fat cheese (try individual string cheese or a mini Babybel for a good on-the-go option) with a fiber-rich apple. It’s a quick way to refuel fatigued muscles in a post-workout snack, she told Health.com.", "Snacks with Fruit. Sweet, colorful fruit is usually a big hit with kids! Pair with a protein snack or a dip made with low-fat yogurt, cream cheese, or nut butter to boost nutrition value and make the snack more filling. Fresh fruit: apples, bananas, grapes, berries, cherries, peaches, plums, pears, oranges, tangerines, clementines, grapefruit, melon, kiwi, pineapple, mango. Serve whole, mix up into a salad, or line up chunks on a skewer for a fruit kabob (use a wooden skewer and snip off the sharp tip before serving to young children)", "Everybody knows about baby carrots and apple slices, but there's so much more you can do with fruit and raw vegetable snacks! If you're serving a half-time or after-school snack, use it as an opportunity to boost your children's daily intake of produce. They should be getting at least five servings a day.", "These energizing snacks pack the right nutrients to help you recover from your workout without undoing your calorie burn. Here's a common exercise dilemma: It’s a common exercise dilemma: You’re famished after your sweat session, but you don’t want to overdo it and negate all the calories you just burned.", "Sweet, colorful fruit is usually a big hit with kids! Fresh fruit: apples, bananas, grapes, berries, cherries, peaches, plums, pears, oranges, tangerines, clementines, grapefruit, melon, kiwi, pineapple, mango.", "A good rule of thumb: Eat about half of what you burned during your workout, fitness expert Dean Anderson told Sparkpeople.com. (If you burn about 300 calories, have a 150-calorie snack). Make it a mix of complex carbs, protein, and some fat, which helps replenish energy stores and repair muscles.", "Oranges are high in nutrients and phytochemicals. Oranges are a smart choice for a healthy snack or as part of a meal. These tasty fruits are high in nutrition while remaining low in calories and fat. Eat them raw or squeeze them to make orange juice.", "Eat more, weigh less. If you're sacrificing snacks to cut calories, stop—to lose weight, you need snacks. Snacking is an opportunity to fuel your body between meals, says nutritionist Rania Batayneh, author of The One One One Diet. Healthy snacks ensure you won't be ravenous come mealtime and keep your fat-burning metabolism revved up.", "Nibble a quarter-cup of dry roasted nuts for a healthy dose of protein and good-for-you fats. Sports nutrition expert Rebecca Scritchfield, RD, recommends pistachios as a post-workout snack because they’re richer in potassium—an electrolyte you lose through sweat—than most other nuts, according to Prevention.com.", "Oranges are high in nutrients and phytochemicals. Photo Credit Medioimages/Photodisc/Photodisc/Getty Images. Oranges are a smart choice for a healthy snack or as part of a meal. These tasty fruits are high in nutrition while remaining low in calories and fat. Eat them raw or squeeze them to make orange juice." ]

[ "Oranges as a Source of Potassium. Oranges are a good source of potassium, providing 237 mg each, and a 6 oz. serving of orange juice provides 372 mg, according to the Linus Pauling Institute.This is approximately 5 percent of the 4.7 g of potassium per day recommended for most people.otassium is used by the body for contracting muscles, keeping balance between the water inside and outside the cells and proper enzyme function. You can increase your potassium levels by eating foods containing this nutrient, fruits, vegetables, meat and milk. Oranges are a source of potassium.", "Bananas. If you’ve heard about any potassium-rich foods, you probably know that bananas are a good source, containing more than 400 mg of potassium each. Bananas make a healthy high-energy snack – more beneficial to athletes than sports drinks, according to at least one study. Holly Clark/Stocksy Potatoes Whether they’re red, white, or sweet, potatoes can be a great source of potassium; about 900 mg of the nutrient can be found in just one medium Russet potato. 2 These popular complex carbs are also high in vitamin C, vitamin B6, iron, and fiber (especially in the skin).", "Probably the first food that comes to mind when thinking about potassium is the banana. This is not wrong—by our Rating System, bananas are a good source of potassium. But there are 32 foods on our Rating Chart with more potassium per calorie than the banana.Speaking more generally, the most potassium-rich food sources of potassium are fruits and vegetables.Some legumes, fish, and dairy products can also make important contributions to our daily potassium intake; yet, because these foods have more calories, they are not as highly rated by our Nutrient Richness System.robably the first food that comes to mind when thinking about potassium is the banana. This is not wrong—by our Rating System, bananas are a good source of potassium. But there are 32 foods on our Rating Chart with more potassium per calorie than the banana.", "Many of the elements of the D.A.S.H. eating plan --- fruits, vegetables, fat-free or lowfat (1 percent) dairy foods and fish --- are good natural sources of potassium. A diet that includes natural sources of potassium is important in controlling blood pressure because potassium lessens the effects of sodium.any of the elements of the D.A.S.H. eating plan --- fruits, vegetables, fat-free or lowfat (1 percent) dairy foods and fish --- are good natural sources of potassium. A diet that includes natural sources of potassium is important in controlling blood pressure because potassium lessens the effects of sodium.", "Aside from energy and potassium, bananas are also a good source of fiber and vitamins B6 and C. For other high-potassium fresh fruits, enjoy cantaloupe, kiwi, oranges, and strawberries. 1 Getty Images Avocado If avocado isn’t a staple in your house yet, you should probably start adding it to your grocery list. Holly Clark/Stocksy Potatoes Whether they’re red, white, or sweet, potatoes can be a great source of potassium; about 900 mg of the nutrient can be found in just one medium Russet potato. 2 These popular complex carbs are also high in vitamin C, vitamin B6, iron, and fiber (especially in the skin).", "Squash is a good source of potassium. Beans are a good source of potassium. Avocado is high in potassium. Kiwis are packed with potassium, an essential mineral that helps the body maintain proper levels of hydration and electrolytes.Yogurt is high in calcium and potassium.eans are a good source of potassium. Avocado is high in potassium. Kiwis are packed with potassium, an essential mineral that helps the body maintain proper levels of hydration and electrolytes. Yogurt is high in calcium and potassium.", "While bananas are a good source of potassium, some fruits contain even higher levels of potassium, potentially making it easier to meet the recommended daily intake of this nutrient. Alternatively, you may want to avoid these items if you are on a potassium-restricted diet.hen comparing the amount of potassium in a single fruit, there aren't many fruits that contain more than a banana. A medium plantain contains 893 milligrams of potassium, and a papaya contains 781 milligrams.", "Potassium is used by the body for contracting muscles, keeping balance between the water inside and outside the cells and proper enzyme function. You can increase your potassium levels by eating foods containing this nutrient, fruits, vegetables, meat and milk. Oranges are a source of potassium.otassium is used by the body for contracting muscles, keeping balance between the water inside and outside the cells and proper enzyme function. You can increase your potassium levels by eating foods containing this nutrient, fruits, vegetables, meat and milk. Oranges are a source of potassium.", "In addition to oranges' phytonutrients, vitamin C, and fiber, they are a good source of folate, vitamin A (in the form of carotenoids), vitamin B1, potassium, copper, pantothenic acid, and calcium.utritional Profile. Oranges are an excellent source of vitamin C. They are also a very good source of dietary fiber. In addition, oranges are a good source of B vitamins including vitamin B1, pantothenic acid, and folate as well as vitamin A, calcium, copper, and potassium.", "Bananas are more readily available and more popular than some of the fruits that are higher in potassium. Other fruits that are more commonly consumed and contain relatively large amounts of potassium include orange juice, cantaloupe, grapefruit juice and apricots.Because yogurt is also high in potassium, fruit smoothies are a great way to increase your potassium levels.hen comparing the amount of potassium in a single fruit, there aren't many fruits that contain more than a banana. A medium plantain contains 893 milligrams of potassium, and a papaya contains 781 milligrams." ]

[ "Most all citrus, oranges included, are naturally acidic on their exterior, but all fruits and vegetables promote an alkaline body once eaten. Oranges are a star here due to their high enzyme content, cleansing properties and immune-boosting properties.", "Identifying pH Levels. To identify an orange as either acidic, consider its pH. The pH scale is a tool that measures the acidity and alkalinity of an item. Items with a pH between 0 and 7 are acidic, while those with a pH between 7 and 14 are alkaline. Products that have a pH of 7.0 are neutral -- neither acidic or basic.", "List of Alkaline Foods. At the top of any list of alkaline foods will be leafy greens and those fruits that are highly alkaline, like figs, oranges, and olives, but before I get to it, I think it’s important to cover a few idiosyncrasies of the list. Most natural foods have both acid and alkaline forming minerals in them.", "Do you believe that with the risk of building up toxins and carcinogens in the digestive system, plus the other complications that constipation can result in, the benefits of orange juice fortified with calcium, really outweighs the... Source(s): orange juice acidic alkaline ingested: https://tr.im/dez0G.", "They either don’t process it very well, the fruit is not ripe, or they are just eating too much. One symptom of this is high uric acid levels (gout), which can show up as red, tender/painful, and perhaps swollen toes. Along these lines there is some controversy over whether fruits are acidic or alkaline.", "These foods are very high in antioxidants. They have a pH value of 8.0. They chemically react to acidic foods of pH 5.0 and elevate them near the alkaline levels. Berries, dates and especially garlic have special properties that regulate blood pressure as well.", "Best Answer: From what I read, even though orange juice is said to have citric acid, during digestion it is alkaline. That is why it is referred to as an alkaline food. This website I just locate shows that orange juice is very alkaline http://www.ctds.info/acidic-foods.html.", "Best Answer: From what I read, even though orange juice is said to have citric acid, during digestion it is alkaline. That is why it is referred to as an alkaline food. Orange juice do not naturally carry calcium, which means that supplements would have to be added.", "They have natural sugar that doesn’t form acidic compounds during digestion. Rather, these foods have alkaline-forming properties that give more energy to the body. Still at a pH level of 8.5, this group is rich in flavonoids, a chemical compound in natural foods that have antioxidant properties.", "Everything, living or non-living, is either acidic or alkaline. However, humans are creatures made to consume alkaline foods and stand as an alkaline organism in the food chain. Our blood’s pH level is pretty much determined by the food we eat." ]

[ "Best Answer: Oranges contain citric ACID. Acids eat away at your teeth. Oranges contain sugar. Bacteria use sugar to live, and give off acids that eat away at your teeth.By eating away at your teeth...I mean DECAY.So yes, oranges help promote decay. But if you properly clean your teeth after you eat your orange, and return your mouth's pH back to neutral...then eating an orange is not bad for your teeth, but a good source of vitamin C for your body.cids eat away at your teeth. Oranges contain sugar. Bacteria use sugar to live, and give off acids that eat away at your teeth. By eating away at your teeth...I mean DECAY. So yes, oranges help promote decay.", "Actually orange juice is good for your teeth as it has vitamin c. But too much of it is bad because the acid from the orange juice can cause chemical erosion to the enamel.That's why in the long run, your teeth will become oversensitive.Source(s): I work in the dental clinic.ctually orange juice is good for your teeth as it has vitamin c. But too much of it is bad because the acid from the orange juice can cause chemical erosion to the enamel.", "Report Abuse. Actually orange juice is good for your teeth as it has vitamin c. But too much of it is bad because the acid from the orange juice can cause chemical erosion to the enamel. That's why in the long run, your teeth will become oversensitive.Source(s): I work in the dental clinic.ctually orange juice is good for your teeth as it has vitamin c. But too much of it is bad because the acid from the orange juice can cause chemical erosion to the enamel.", "Foods That Are Good for Your Teeth. Enamel is a tooth’s first defense against decay. If the enamel on your teeth is eroded or damaged, you’re at higher risk for tooth sensitivity and cavities. You can help strengthen your tooth enamel by eating foods high in calcium.Also, adding foods rich in vitamin D to your diet will allow you to better absorb the calcium that healthy teeth need. The best choices for healthy teeth are foods with: 1 Calcium.2 Low-fat or fat-free dairy products such as milk, cheese, and plain yogurt are calcium staples that don’t add unhealthy saturated fat to your diet. 3 Hard cheese in particular also helps neutralize the acids found in foods that threaten tooth enamel.oods that aren’t good for your teeth include: 1 Hard or sticky candy. 2 When you suck on hard candies, the candy is left in your mouth for a long time, which means extended exposure to sugar and damaging acid. 3 Sticky candies are also a problem because the sugar sticks to your teeth.", "Swap out soda with water. When you eat sugary foods or sip sugary drinks for long periods of time, plaque bacteria use that sugar to produce acids that attack your enamel, the hard surface of your tooth. Most carbonated soft drinks, including diet soda, are acidic and therefore, bad for your teeth.ce is for chilling, not chewing. The truth is that frequent exposures to acidic foods can erode enamel, making teeth more susceptible to decay over time. So even though a a squeeze of lemon or lime can turn a simple glass of water into a fun beverage, it's not always the best choice for your mouth.", "Foods that aren’t good for your teeth include: 1 Hard or sticky candy. 2 When you suck on hard candies, the candy is left in your mouth for a long time, which means extended exposure to sugar and damaging acid. 3 Sticky candies are also a problem because the sugar sticks to your teeth.4 Carbohydrates.oods that aren’t good for your teeth include: 1 Hard or sticky candy. 2 When you suck on hard candies, the candy is left in your mouth for a long time, which means extended exposure to sugar and damaging acid. 3 Sticky candies are also a problem because the sugar sticks to your teeth.", "Acidic foods can also be bad for the teeth, as they could potentially damage the tooth enamel, he says. That means foods and drinks that are both acidic and sugary (like soda), add up to double trouble for teeth -- they have a multiplying effect, he says.n general, foods that are both sticky and sugary are bad for the teeth. That's because when foods are sticky, they stay on the teeth longer, which gives a greater chance for bacteria to burn the sugars and do all the evil things that they do, Messina says.", "Ice is for chilling, not chewing. The truth is that frequent exposures to acidic foods can erode enamel, making teeth more susceptible to decay over time. So even though a a squeeze of lemon or lime can turn a simple glass of water into a fun beverage, it's not always the best choice for your mouth.ce is for chilling, not chewing. The truth is that frequent exposures to acidic foods can erode enamel, making teeth more susceptible to decay over time. So even though a a squeeze of lemon or lime can turn a simple glass of water into a fun beverage, it's not always the best choice for your mouth.", "Jellies and jams aren’t good for your teeth at all. The fruit is usually cooked, releasing lots of the intrinsic sugars and removing lots of water. Then, this mixture is thickened and bombarded with sugar.Jelly and jam might not be so bad, but we usually eat them by putting them on bread.ellies and jams aren’t good for your teeth at all. The fruit is usually cooked, releasing lots of the intrinsic sugars and removing lots of water. Then, this mixture is thickened and bombarded with sugar.", "Fresh fruit is best for your teeth. Fresh fruit is also very portable as it usually comes in its own natural wrapper. Try to limit fruit juice, dried fruit, and jellies and jams. Remember, it is important to eat a balanced diet.ellies and jams aren’t good for your teeth at all. The fruit is usually cooked, releasing lots of the intrinsic sugars and removing lots of water. Then, this mixture is thickened and bombarded with sugar." ]

[ "Fortunately for fruit and vegetable lovers, relatively few foods in these categories show up with high-GI ratings. High-GI vegetables include pumpkins, which are a type of squash, with a rating of 75, and parsnips, which have a GI of 97. Fruits in the high-GI group are watermelons, 72, and dates, 103.No beans or peas have a high-GI rating.ow-GI Fruits and Vegetables. Vegetables with low GI ratings include broccoli, cabbage, lettuce, mushrooms, onions and red peppers, which all have a GI rating of 10. Green peas and carrots are also relatively low, with ratings of 48 and 49, respectively.", "Some foods quickly spike your blood sugar, which is particularly dangerous if you’re managing diabetes. These foods have a high glycemic index rating of 70 or more.While the majority of fruits and vegetables are low on the glycemic index, several types are high or even moderate, with a score between 55 and 70.You’ll want to avoid or limit these types of produce to keep your blood sugar within your target range.ome foods quickly spike your blood sugar, which is particularly dangerous if you’re managing diabetes. These foods have a high glycemic index rating of 70 or more.", "The glycemic index is a helpful tool that allows you to see how the fruits, vegetables and other carbohydrates you eat affect your blood sugar levels. University of Toronto nutrition professor David Jenkins originally devised the index to help diabetics make intelligent food choices.ow-GI Fruits and Vegetables. Vegetables with low GI ratings include broccoli, cabbage, lettuce, mushrooms, onions and red peppers, which all have a GI rating of 10. Green peas and carrots are also relatively low, with ratings of 48 and 49, respectively.", "Oranges have a low glycemic index. Photo Credit Nick White/Photodisc/Getty Images. The glycemic index is a measure of how quickly the carbohydrates found in food provides the body with energy. Some foods release their energy quickly and are found on the high end of the glycemic index scale.I of Oranges. According to the database, an orange has a glycemic index rating of 40. This puts it into the slow-release or low-GI category. You should be aware that different varieties of orange have slightly different GIs; however they all still fall within the low-GI group.", "Glycemic Index and Diabetes. The glycemic index, or GI, measures how a carbohydrate-containing food raises blood glucose. Foods are ranked based on how they compare to a reference food — either glucose or white bread. A food with a high GI raises blood glucose more than a food with a medium or low GI.Meal planning with the GI involves choosing foods that have a low or medium GI. If eating a food with a high GI, you can combine it with low GI foods to help balance the meal.hen eating a high GI food, you can combine it with other low GI foods to balance out the effect on blood glucose levels. Many nutritious foods have a higher GI than foods with little nutritional value.", "Choosing fruits that are low on the glycemic index instead of those that have medium or high glycemic index ratings will help you minimize or avoid spikes in blood sugar.ost fruits have low-GI values. Per 120-gram serving, cherries have a GI of 22, grapefruit has a GI of 25, pear and apple have a GI of 38 and plums have a GI of 39. These fruits are unlikely to cause spikes in your blood sugar levels unless you consume multiple servings in a sitting.", "Low-GI Fruits and Vegetables. Vegetables with low GI ratings include broccoli, cabbage, lettuce, mushrooms, onions and red peppers, which all have a GI rating of 10. Green peas and carrots are also relatively low, with ratings of 48 and 49, respectively.ow-GI Fruits and Vegetables. Vegetables with low GI ratings include broccoli, cabbage, lettuce, mushrooms, onions and red peppers, which all have a GI rating of 10. Green peas and carrots are also relatively low, with ratings of 48 and 49, respectively.", "According to the Glycemic Index Database, foods with a GI value of 55 or less are classed as having a low GI. Low-GI foods release carbohydrate into the body at a steady rate and can help keep your blood sugar levels stable.I of Oranges. According to the database, an orange has a glycemic index rating of 40. This puts it into the slow-release or low-GI category. You should be aware that different varieties of orange have slightly different GIs; however they all still fall within the low-GI group.", "Low glycemic fruits rank, on average, below 50 in the glycemic index (GI) chart below. Medium GI foods rank from 50 to 70. And high GI foods are those ranking above 70. But also be conscious of the range. This will help you remember that ripe fruit ranks higher on the GI scale.ow Glycemic Fruits and High Glycemic Fruits. Both high and low glycemic fruits offer highly nutritious vitamins, minerals, carotenoids, flavonoids and fiber. Maintaining normal blood sugar levels is based on the type of fruit and when and how you eat it. For example, take bananas.", "Low Glycemic Fruits and High Glycemic Fruits. Both high and low glycemic fruits offer highly nutritious vitamins, minerals, carotenoids, flavonoids and fiber. Maintaining normal blood sugar levels is based on the type of fruit and when and how you eat it.For example, take bananas.ow Glycemic Fruits and High Glycemic Fruits. Both high and low glycemic fruits offer highly nutritious vitamins, minerals, carotenoids, flavonoids and fiber. Maintaining normal blood sugar levels is based on the type of fruit and when and how you eat it. For example, take bananas." ]

[ "During the past decade orangutan populations have probably decreased by 50% in the wild. Although past climate shifts may have been responsible for some of this decline, orangutans are primarily threatened by human activities and development that cause the loss and degradation of their forest habitats.", "Currently, the IUNC has classified the Bornean orangutan as Endangered and the Sumatran orangutan as Critically Endangered. Both species are in severe decline. This means that without drastic intervention, orangutans may soon be extinct as biologically viable populations in the wild. The most recent estimates of orangutan population sizes and distributions can be found at the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species Website.", "Now, due to deforestation and poaching, Bornean orangutans have been restricted to the island of Borneo with their population reduced to 50,000-60,000. They are currently classified on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List as an endangered species.", "The orangutan, with its distinctive red-orange hair, is the only ape that inhabits Asia. Weighing up to 90 kg (200 lb.), the Bornean orangutan is about 1-1.5 m tall (3.5-4.5 ft.) with an arm span as long as 2.5 m (8 ft.). Boasting a Malay name meaning “People of the Forest,” orangutans share 97% of the same DNA as humans.", "AN ENDANGERED SPECIES. The only great ape that lives on the Asian continent, the orangutan is found on the Malaysian islands of Borneo and Sumatra. Its name means “man of the forest,” and it is one of thousands of species of wildlife that live in tropical Asian forests.", "Why Are Orangutans Endangered? As forest dwelling primates, orangutans are entirely dependent on the forest for their survival. Unfortunately, Indonesia and Malaysia have some of the highest rates of deforestation in the world, and logging, both legal and illegal, has seen wild populations decimated.", "Swinging from tree to tree, orangutans feed on fruit, leaves, bark, flowers, and insects. They travel considerable distances to eat their favorite fruits (usually unripe), knowing which ones are in season and where to find them. Each night, they build nests in the treetops with leaves and branches.", "The destruction and degradation of the tropical rain forest, particularly lowland forest, in Borneo and Sumatra is the main reason orangutans are threatened with extinction.", "Additionally, the illegal animal trade has been a factor in the decline of wild orangutan populations. Finally, orangutans are occasionally hunted and eaten by some of the indigenous peoples of Borneo as well as migrant loggers and plantation workers who do not have dietary prohibitions against eating primate bushmeat.", "Forest conversion for pulp and paper and palm oil plantations now pose an even bigger threat, and it is believed up to 1,000 orangutans are also killed every year, either for the pet trade, for consumption or as agricultural pests." ]

[ "DOWNLOAD FOOD MONSTER: The biggest, baddest, yummiest vegan food app! Why Orangutans are Going Extinct and What You Can do to Help. Amid the lush rainforests of Indonesia’s Sumatra and Borneo islands, orangutans coexist with elephants, rhinoceros, and tigers – the last place on Earth where these animals roam together.", "Orangutans face complete extinction within 10 years, animal rescue charity warns. Orangutans will be extinct from the planet within 10 years unless action is taken to preserve forests in Indonesia and Malaysia where they live, a conservation charity has warned.", "Why Orangutans Are Endangered. For the two species of orangutans found on the islands of Sumatra and Borneo in southeast Asia, mature tropical rainforests are essential to their survival. Orangutans live entirely in trees. The reason why orangutans are endangered can be summed up with two words: habitat loss. Pressure to destroy mature forests and orangutans comes from multiple sources. The demise of an orangutan population often begins with building a road through pristine forest.", "Females virtually never travel on the ground and adult males do so rarely. Sumatran orangutans are reported to have closer social ties than their Bornean cousins. This has been attributed to mass fruit on fig trees, where groups of Sumatran orangutans can come together to feed.", "It's causing many species of animals and plants that are not to be found elsewhere, to go extinct. Palm oil is the biggest threat to free-ranging orangutans in the world and if orangutans go extinct then it will be because of the palm oil industry. Today, the orangutans as wild populations are basically gone.", "Orangutans face complete extinction within 10 years, animal rescue charity warns. Burning forests to make way for plantations to support the world's insatiable demand for palm oil is one of the main causes of the astonishing decline in numbers of this species.", "Today, that number dramatically fell to about 41,000 Bornean orangutans and about 7,500 Sumatran orangutans in the wild. Human action is bringing these animals to extinction. Their homes are chain sawed and burned to make room for agricultural plantations such as for palm oil, mining, and infrastructure expansion.", "The orangutans (also spelled orang-utan, orangutang, or orang-utang) are the two exclusively Asian species of extant great apes. Native to Indonesia and Malaysia, orangutans are currently found in only the rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra. Classified in the genus Pongo, orangutans were considered to be one species. Since 1996, they have been divided into two species: the Bornean orangutan (P. pygmaeus) and the Sumatran orangutan (P. abelii).", "Adult males are typically solitary while females are accompanied by offspring. Historically, the Sumatran orangutan was distributed over the entire island of Sumatra and further south into Java. The species' range is now restricted to the north of the island with a majority in the provinces of North Sumatra and Aceh.", "Orangutans are the most arboreal of the great apes and spend most of their time in trees. Their hair is typically reddish-brown, instead of the brown or black hair typical of chimpanzees and gorillas. Males and females differ in size and appearance." ]

[ "All marine mammals, including killer whales, are protected in the United States under the MMPA. The AT1 stock of the North Pacific transient killer whale was designated as depleted under the MMPA after its drastic decline after the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill in Prince William Sound, Alaska.", "There are a number of factors contributing to the current endangered status of whales such as overfishing, pollution, dam/bridge construction, private/commercial boating and commercial whaling, but out of these contributing factors commercial whaling has had the largest affect on the endangered status of today’s existing whale populations.", "Endangered Species Act Status of Puget Sound Killer Whales. Killer whales are widely distributed in the world's oceans, but the status of most populations of killer whales is unknown. All killer whale populations are protected under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA). Only two populations receive special protections under Federal Law: The Southern Resident Population was listed as endangered in 2005 under the Endangered Species Act and are considered depleted under the Marine Mammal Protection Act.", "slide 1 of 4. Endangered Killer Whales Killer whales are beautiful mammals with a very distinct black and white color pattern. A killer whale is enormous in size, reaching up to 32 feet in length and weighing more than 16,500 pounds. These whales have a long life span of up to 50 to 60 years.", "Creature Profile. Also, called the orca, the killer whale is the largest of the dolphins and said to be one of the world's most powerful predators of the sea. They are immediately recognizable by their black tops and white bellies, and they have white patches near the eyes. They are very intelligent and trainable stars in many aquarium shows.", "Killer whales are the most widely distributed marine mammals, found in all parts of the oceans. They are most abundant in colder waters, including Antarctica, the North Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, though they also occur, at lower densities, in tropical, subtropical, and offshore waters.", "Note: The only known natural predators to whales (besides humans) are attacks from a pack of hungry killer whales. Even though killer whales are known to attack whales on rare occasions their attacks are so few that they can not be considered a cause of the endangered whale species.", "Killer whales have a sleek, streamlined fusiform body; their physical characteristics are adapted for life in an aquatic environment. When male killer whales approach adulthood, they acquire typical male characteristics; they gain weight, and their spectoral flippers, dorsal fins, and flukes grow longer than those of the females.", "Killer whales are most abundant in colder waters, including Antarctica, Norway, and Alaska. However, killer whales can also be fairly abundant in temperate waters. Killer whales also occur, though at lower densities, in tropical, subtropical, and offshore waters.", "In the past whales were hunted for raw materials such as their oil and meat which was used to make: 1 Oil – Lamp oil, soap, perfume, candles and cosmetics. 2 Food – Cooking oil, margarine and whale meat. 3 Clothing – corsets and umbrellas. and various other products including tools such as fishing hooks." ]

[ "Plant Names. The name orchid is not specific unless the plant is in the orchid family, Orchidaceae. Many non-orchid-family plants may be colloquially called orchids or superficially resemble an orchid. Plants that have a common name of orchid but are not in the orchid family may be toxic to dogs or cats.", "Short answer: If you have Phalaenopsis Orchids, yes they can! Many people still believe that nibbling on a beautiful orchid is toxic to Kitty. While it’s never a good idea for your cat to nibble on most plants, these orchids (which are also known as Moth Orchids) are non-toxic to both cats and dogs.", "The exotic dendrobium orchid is not poisonous to cats. All orchids are non-toxic to cats, but ingesting a large quantity may cause unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms.", "While orchids are not considered toxic to dogs and cats, there always is a chance that an orchid hybrid carries that one odd gene that creates a harmful compound in leaves or flowers that could cause sickness in a pet. Medioimages/Photodisc/Photodisc/Getty Images. Plant Lists.", "The genetic lineages of modern orchid hybrids are complex and confusing. While orchids are not considered toxic to dogs and cats, there always is a chance that an orchid hybrid carries that one odd gene that creates a harmful compound in leaves or flowers that could cause sickness in a pet.", "While orchids are not considered toxic to dogs and cats, there always is a chance that an orchid hybrid carries that one odd gene that creates a harmful compound in leaves or flowers that could cause sickness in a pet. Medioimages/Photodisc/Photodisc/Getty Images.", "Pet dogs and cats tend to get into things they shouldn't, whether indoors or out. Among the most unnerving concerns is knowing which plants in the yard or house are toxic to your furry companions. In the United States, native orchids grow outdoors in sunny fields and woodlands and in shade gardens.", "Toxic to cats and dogs. Sending a floral bouquet or living plant is a great way to show that you care. Households with pets can pose a bit of a challenge when selecting such a gift, as care needs to be taken that plants are selected that will pose no hazard should the pets decide to munch on a few leaves.", "The exotic dendrobium orchid is not poisonous to cats. All orchids are non-toxic to cats, but ingesting a large quantity may cause unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms.", "Safe plants commonly seen in homes include (according to ASPCA.com) the Christmas cactus, bamboo, areca or golden palm, the button fern, and more. For a searchable list of toxic and non-toxic houseplants, check out the ASPCA’s searchable database." ]

[ "As you view the graphics, the idea is to develop the concept of polarity in a visual manner. The more areas of red and blue that you see, the more polar is the compound and the functional group in the compound. Look at the amide, and acid. The more areas of gray and lighter shades of red and blue, the more non-polar properties are being depicted. Look at the amine, ether, and alkane.", "Organic compounds all have one thing in common: Carbon. The reason Carbon (and organic compounds) are popular in nature is carbon can form lots of bonds and, therefore, attach to many atoms. Carbon can form 4 bonds. Organic compounds are not polar. They are nonpolar. It is possible for part of an organic compound to be polar if the end is an alcohol (OH) or some other polar ion is attached.", "Polarity and Boiling Point: The polarity of the molecules determines the forces of attraction between the molecules in the liquid state. Polar molecules are attracted by the opposite charge effect (the positive end of one molecule is attracted to the negative end of another molecule.", "Strongly polar compounds like sugars (e.g., sucrose) or ionic compounds, like inorganic salts (e.g., table salt) dissolve only in very polar solvents like water, while strongly non-polar compounds like oils or waxes dissolve only in very non-polar organic solvents like hexane.", "Principles of Polarity: The greater the electronegativity difference between atoms in a bond, the more polar the bond. Partial negative charges are found on the most electronegative atoms, the others are partially positive. The molecular electrostatic potential is the potential energy of a proton at a particular location near a molecule.", "The greater the electronegativity difference between atoms in a bond, the more polar the bond. Partial negative charges are found on the most electronegative atoms, the others are partially positive. In general, the presence of an oxygen is more polar than a nitrogen because oxygen is more electronegative than nitrogen.", "Water is a solvent for polar molecules and the most common solvent used by living things; all the ions and proteins in a cell are dissolved in water within a cell.", "organic compounds are basically composed of carbon atoms.polar organic compounds are those compounds in which the organic compounds have the properties of polar compounds. 1 person found this useful.", "A solvent (from the Latin solvō, I loosen, untie, I solve) is a substance that dissolves a solute (a chemically different liquid, solid or gas), resulting in a solution. A solvent is usually a liquid but can also be a solid or a gas.", "Organic Functional Group Polarity and Electrostatic Potential: The molecular electrostatic potential is the potential energy of a proton at a particular location near a molecule. Negative electrostatic potential corresponds to: partial negative charges (colored in shades of red)." ]

[ "Genus and species names are always italicized when printed; the names of other taxa (families, etc.) are not. When a species (or several species of the same genus) is mentioned repeatedly, the genus may be abbreviated after its first mention, as in Q. alba.inomial Nomenclature. The present system of binomial nomenclature identifies each species by a scientific name of two words, Latin in form and usually derived from Greek or Latin roots.", "Binomial Nomenclature. The present system of binomial nomenclature identifies each species by a scientific name of two words, Latin in form and usually derived from Greek or Latin roots.The first name (capitalized) is the genus of the organism, the second (not capitalized) is its species.inomial Nomenclature. The present system of binomial nomenclature identifies each species by a scientific name of two words, Latin in form and usually derived from Greek or Latin roots.", "Science writing and editing: How to write scientific names. The Latin scientific name of a species, be it plant, animal, bacterium, fungus, etc., is a two-part name consisting of the genus name first (by the way: one genus, two genera) and the species name second. For example, the domestic cat is known as Felis catus.ames of taxonomic levels below the species level. 1 The subspecies name is italicized. 2 In zoology, the subspecies is not indicated by any label; it just follows the species name: the European Wildcat is Felis silvestris silvestris.", "The Latin scientific name of a species, be it plant, animal, bacterium, fungus, etc., is a two-part name consisting of the genus name first (by the way: one genus, two genera) and the species name second.For example, the domestic cat is known as Felis catus.ames of taxonomic levels below the species level. 1 The subspecies name is italicized. 2 In zoology, the subspecies is not indicated by any label; it just follows the species name: the European Wildcat is Felis silvestris silvestris.", "Scientific names come in two parts (thus, binomial), the first part the genus (plural, genera), the second part the species (plural, species). The genus names is always capitalized, and the species name is never capitalized (even if it is a proper noun!). The genus and species names are always italicized or underlined.Recent changes in the nomenclatural code also requires family names to be italicized, but this practice is not universally adopted (they should always be capitalized, however). Following the species name, one sometimes finds additional words.he first time that the organism is named in a paper the full genus and species must be written out; after that, the first letter of the genus name, followed by the full species name may be used. Common names should be capitalized, but never italicized.", "1. The name has two parts; first, the genus name and then the species or trivial name. If my email comes through correctly, all of the scientific names are in italics. In a scientific name, the genus is capitalized, the specific or trivial name is non capitalized, and the whole name is underlined or italicized.2.The genus name is a noun, and the species or trivial name is usually an adjective (a describing word).n a scientific name, the genus is capitalized, the specific or trivial name is non capitalized, and the whole name is underlined or italicized. 2. The genus name is a noun, and the species or trivial name is usually an adjective (a describing word).", "Using italics to name the genus and species is a standard practice in biological nomenclature. It serves to set biological names apart from other parts of a text.Ex. Homo sapiens Also, one must always capitalize the genus and all other taxa (kingdom, phylum, etc.) except for species, which is always lowercase.sing italics to name the genus and species is a standard practice in biological nomenclature. It serves to set biological names apart from other parts of a text.", "Species hypothesized to have the same ancestors are placed in one genus, based on similarities. The similarity of species is judged based on comparison of physical attributes, and where available, their DNA sequences. All species are given a two-part name, a binomial name, or just binomial.pecies hypothesized to have the same ancestors are placed in one genus, based on similarities. The similarity of species is judged based on comparison of physical attributes, and where available, their DNA sequences. All species are given a two-part name, a binomial name, or just binomial.", "The scientific name of a species is formed by the combination of two terms The first name (capitalized) is the genus of the organism, the second (not capitalized) is its species. How to Write the Scientific Name of a plant: There are precise convention to follow when writing a scientific name.Genus Name.he genus name is written first. The genus name is always underlined or italicized. The first letter of the genus name is always capitalized. Example: Astrophytum or Astrophytum. Specific name. 1 The specific epithet is written second. 2 The specific epithet is always underlined or italicized.", "The Latin names for individual species are written using a system termed binomial nomenclature that was developed originally by Linnaeus. Quite literally, each species is identified by a combination of two names: its genus name and its specific epithet.A familiar example is that of human beings, Homo sapiens.he Latin names for individual species are written using a system termed binomial nomenclature that was developed originally by Linnaeus. Quite literally, each species is identified by a combination of two names: its genus name and its specific epithet. A familiar example is that of human beings, Homo sapiens." ]

[ "Organizational Costs. An organizational cost or expense is the initial cost incurred to create a company. Organizational costs usually include legal and promotional fees to establish the company with the state and federal government. In other words, organizational expenses are the costs of organizing or incorporating a company.", "Auditors took the leading role in developing GAAP for business enterprises. Accounting standards have historically been set by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) subject to Securities and Exchange Commission regulations.", "Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, also called GAAP or US GAAP, are the generally accepted accounting principles adopted by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).", "GAAP, however, generally requires that these costs be expensed when incurred because it is difficult determine their future benefits and relation to future revenues (the matching principle). Unless there are large amounts of organizational expenses, they are usually expensed for GAAP and financial reporting purposes.", "1 Statements of Financial Accounting Concepts-first issued in 1978. 2 They are part of the FASB's conceptual framework project and set forth fundamental objectives and concepts that the FASB use in developing future standards. 3 However, they are not a part of GAAP. 4 There have been 7 concepts published to date.", "If you get a lease for business property, you may recover the cost of acquiring the lease by amortizing it over the term of the lease. The term of the lease for amortization purposes generally includes all renewal options (and any other period for which you and the lessor reasonably expect the lease to be renewed).", "With the convergence of the U.S. GAAP and the international IFRS accounting systems, as the highest authority over International Financial Reporting Standards, the International Accounting Standards Board is becoming more important in the United States.", "Amortization period. The 84-month amortization period starts on the first day of the first month of the second half of the tax year you incur the costs (July 1 for a calendar year taxpayer), regardless of the month you actually incur the costs.", "1 They are part of the FASB's conceptual framework project and set forth fundamental objectives and concepts that the FASB use in developing future standards. 2 However, they are not a part of GAAP. 3 There have been 7 concepts published to date.", "Has a fixed life of less than 15 years, or. Is of a fixed amount that, except for the rules for section 197 intangibles, would be recovered under a method similar to the unit-of-production method of cost recovery." ]

[ "Go figure. In the example above, the loan origination charge is $1,840 on a $348,000 loan amount, which makes the fee roughly half a percentage point (.50%). This particular broker charged a $250 origination charge, a $695 processing fee, and an $895 underwriting fee, which combined make up the $1,840 total.Note that these fees are represented as one lump sum on the Good Faith Estimate, so ask for a breakdown to see what you’re actually being charged.o figure. In the example above, the loan origination charge is $1,840 on a $348,000 loan amount, which makes the fee roughly half a percentage point (.50%). This particular broker charged a $250 origination charge, a $695 processing fee, and an $895 underwriting fee, which combined make up the $1,840 total.", "An origination fee is similar to any commission-based payment. If a lender takes a 1% fee for originating a loan, they will make $1,000 on a $100,000 loan, or $2,000 on a $200,000 loan. It is likely that the fee rate would be negotiated lower for bigger loans in order to obtain the valuable business.n up-front fee charged by a lender for processing a new loan application, used as compensation for putting the loan in place. Origination fees are quoted as a percentage of the total loan and are generally between 0.5% and 1% on mortgage loans in the United States. Next Up.", "The origination fee is how lenders make money up front on your mortgage loan. Origination fees are calculated as a percentage of the total loan, usually between 0.5 and 1 percent on U.S. mortgages [source: Investopedia ].Going back to our APR example, let's say that the second lender charges a 3 percent origination fee, plus an application fee and other costs totaling $3,820 at closing.rigination fees are calculated as a percentage of the total loan, usually between 0.5 and 1 percent on U.S. mortgages [source: Investopedia ]. Going back to our APR example, let's say that the second lender charges a 3 percent origination fee, plus an application fee and other costs totaling $3,820 at closing.", "DEFINITION of 'Origination Fee'. An up-front fee charged by a lender for processing a new loan application, used as compensation for putting the loan in place. Origination fees are quoted as a percentage of the total loan and are generally between 0.5% and 1% on mortgage loans in the United States.Next Up.n up-front fee charged by a lender for processing a new loan application, used as compensation for putting the loan in place. Origination fees are quoted as a percentage of the total loan and are generally between 0.5% and 1% on mortgage loans in the United States. Next Up.", "Your closing costs--the fees the lender charges for your mortgage--typically add up to several thousand dollars to cover application fees, lawyers fees, title insurance and the loan origination fee.The origination fee alone usually equals one percent of the loan amount, the Wall Street Journal states.our closing costs--the fees the lender charges for your mortgage--typically add up to several thousand dollars to cover application fees, lawyers fees, title insurance and the loan origination fee.", "The corresponding Fees Worksheet pictured above breaks down the origination charges. Although not pictured here, lenders typically display a percentage on the same line as the Loan Origination Fee, such as 1.000%, if applicable.o figure. In the example above, the loan origination charge is $1,840 on a $348,000 loan amount, which makes the fee roughly half a percentage point (.50%). This particular broker charged a $250 origination charge, a $695 processing fee, and an $895 underwriting fee, which combined make up the $1,840 total.", "An origination fee is what the lender charges the borrower for making the mortgage loan. Origination services include taking and processing your loan application, underwriting and funding the loan, and other administrative services. Origination fees are listed in section A of page 2 of your Loan Estimate.n origination fee is what the lender charges the borrower for making the mortgage loan. Origination services include taking and processing your loan application, underwriting and funding the loan, and other administrative services. Origination fees are listed in section A of page 2 of your Loan Estimate.", "When buying a car, origination fees are quoted as a flat fee or a percentage of the total loan. For auto loans, origination fees are calculated as a percentage of the total loan, usually between 1 and 2 percent of the loan amount.If a lender takes a 2-percent fee for originating a loan, for example, the lenders will make $600 on a $30,000 loan.For leases, the leasing origination fee is a flat fee.hen buying a car, origination fees are quoted as a flat fee or a percentage of the total loan. For auto loans, origination fees are calculated as a percentage of the total loan, usually between 1 and 2 percent of the loan amount.", "An activation fee is typically a set amount for any account. However, an origination fee usually varies from 0.5% (half a point) to 2% (two points) of a given loan amount, depending on whether the loan was originated in the prime or the subprime market.For example, an origination fee of 3% on a £200,000 loan is £6,000.owever, an origination fee usually varies from 0.5% (half a point) to 2% (two points) of a given loan amount, depending on whether the loan was originated in the prime or the subprime market.", "Lender/underwriting/processing/origination fess are just junk fees that lenders charge for a loan. Most lenders that I've seen will charge anywhere between $600 to $1,000 (doesn't include the cost for the appraisal, credit report, and flood cert).ender/underwriting/processing/origination fess are just junk fees that lenders charge for a loan. Most lenders that I've seen will charge anywhere between $600 to $1,000 (doesn't include the cost for the appraisal, credit report, and flood cert)." ]

[ "Medicare C/D Medical Coverage Policy. Orthotics: Ankle -Foot (AFO) and Knee-Ankle-Foot (KAFO) Orthoses. Origination: July 9, 2014. Review Date: August 19, 2015. Next Review: August, 2017. DESCRIPTION OF PROCEDURE or SERVICE: An orthotic is a rigid or semi-rigid.", "Parenteral and enteral nutrition, and related accessories and supplies, are covered under. the Medicare program as a prosthetic device. See the Medicare Benefit Policy Manual, Chapter 15, for a description of the policy. All Parenteral and Enteral (PEN) services.", "Orthotics for the spine are covered without authorization when medically necessary with the following exceptions: • 1 HCPCS codes without an MHCP fee schedule rate always require authorization if the submitted charge is over $400. • 2 Repairs to an orthotic require authorization if the submitted charge is over $400.", "Coverage Statement: Shoes and foot orthotics are covered when Medicare coverage criteria is met. Guidelines/Notes: 1. Orthopedic Shoe. Orthopedic shoe is covered only if an integral part of a covered leg brace, including shoe. inserts, heel/sole replacements, or shoe modification, when medically necessary for the proper.", "Orthotics. 1 Date: 09-13-2012. 2 Orthotics are used to restrict movement or support weak body parts. 3 Providers must meet any provider criteria, including accreditation, for third party insurance or for Medicare in order to assist recipients for whom MHCP is not the primary payer.", "This chapter provides general instructions on billing and claims processing for durable. medical equipment (DME), prosthetics and orthotics (P&O), parenteral and enteral. nutrition (PEN), and supplies. Coverage requirements are in the Medicare Benefit Policy. Manual and the National Coverage Determinations Manual.", "Four lower limb orthotics (two sets of bilateral orthotics) are covered per calendar year without authorization when medically necessary with the following exceptions: • 1 HCPCS codes without an MHCP fee schedule rate always require authorization if the submitted charge is over $400.", "Medical Coverage Policy: Orthotics: Ankle-Foot (AFO) and Knee-Ankle-Foot (KAFO)  A foot pressure off-loading/supportive device (A9283) is not covered as it does. not support a week or deformed body member or restrict/eliminate motion in a. diseased or injured body part.", "Medicare Coverage for Prosthetic Devices. Most people think that once you become eligible for Medicare, all of the coverage and payment problems that are pervasive in the private health insurance industry magically disappear. But in fact, Medicare focuses significant energy on reducing inappropriate payments and overpayments to healthcare providers.", "Medical Coverage Policy: Orthotics: Ankle-Foot (AFO) and Knee-Ankle-Foot (KAFO) Certified Orthotist: This is an individual who is certified by the American Board of. Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics, Inc., or by the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist." ]

[ "Osteoblast. Osteoblasts are a short-lived cell and the basis for their replenishment is a topic of some interest in understanding how the tissue is organized as a system. From: Osteoporosis (Fourth Edition), 2013. Related terms: Osteoclast; Osteocyte; RANKL; Chondrocyte; Mesenchyme; Calcitriol; MSC (gene) Bone Mass; Stem cells; Stromal cell", "osteoblasts large, granular cells, can't undergo mitosis, found on surface of bone form bone, secrete the osteoid: collagen, proteoglycans, glycoproteins. Osteoblast are cuboidal mononuclear bone cells 15-30 µm in length, which form a contiguous monolayer over the surface of bone. They are derived from marrow stromal cells by differentiation of pre-osteoblasts and not themselves undergo mitosis.", "Mature osteoblasts actively engaged in this process are recognized by their location on the bone surface and by their morphologic features typical of cells secreting high levels of proteins: cuboidal shape with large nucleus, enlarged Golgi apparatus, and extensive endoplasmic reticulum.", "Osteoblasts synthesize the organic component of the bone matrix (osteoid) Osteoid consists of type I collagen, glycosaminoglycans and proteoglycans. When fully active, osteoblasts are cuboidal or polygonal cells. They have basophilic cytoplasm, which reflects the abundance of rough endoplasmic reticulum in their cytoplasm, resulting from their role as active protein-synthesizing and -secreting cells.", "But the CO2 in his blood rises only slightly before he starts to breathe faster and his heart starts beating stronger. Soon his increased rate of CO2 production is balanced by an increased rate of CO2 removal. This would be an example of _____ feedback because the jogger's circulatory and respiratory systems are _____.", "Microscopic analysis of an unknown tissue sample reveals the presence of chondrocytes, indicating that the sample was probably taken from _____ tissue. () The matrix of blood tissue, where water, salts, and dissolved proteins are found, is _____.", "Its absence or dysfunction leads to impaired osteoblast differentiation, premature apoptosis of osteoblasts and osteocytes, and deficient response to hormones and pharmacotherapeutic agents. 32 Furthermore, gap junction communication is fundamental for the maintenance of a continuum from bone, where osteocytes reside, through bone surface cells, osteoblasts and osteoclasts, bone marrow cells, and endothelial cells of the blood vessels. 33 This functional syncytium might be responsible for ...", "In most animals, food is digested by _____, _____ are absorbed by body cells, and most energy-containing molecules are used to generate _____. () The amount of energy expended while an endothermic organism is resting, unstressed, and not actively digesting or growing is called its _____.", "Osteoblasts are mononucleate cuboid cells that are responsible for bone formation. Osteoblasts originate from immature mesenchymal stem cells, which can also differentiate and give rise to chondrocytes, muscle, fat, ligament and tendon cells (Aubin and Triffitt, 2002).", "In actively growing bone, however, for example in fetal bone or in a period of high turnover in adult bone, these cells are much larger and more numerous, containing plump oval nuclei and more abundant spindle-shaped cytoplasm (Fig. 13.16), converting to cuboidal active osteoblasts." ]

[ "Their temper, however, stands very far from the hot-blooded horses’ excitable character. Cold blood horses match up to their classification by being gentle, serene and tolerant animals. They can handle quite well the most turbulent European weathers. Some ponies can be seen as cold-blooded animals, although they don’t quite match the country-working horse concept.", "These sharks can raise their temperature about th…e temperature of the water; they need to have occasional short bursts of speed in hunting Cold blooded although if you've ever seen a Great White Shark hunt sea lions you'd be thinking they would have to be hotblooded. Actually the Salmon Shark is a warm blooded shark.", "Cold-blooded horses are typically tall, heavy animals, such as the Shire, the Clydesdale or the Frisian. They have been predominantly developed to become very strong and resistant, being subsequently used in agriculture and traction-type tasks like goods transportation.", "Most fish are cold-blooded. “Cold-blooded is a general term used to describe organisms that are unable to regulate their own body temperature. Instead, the organisms body temperature is solely affected by external temperatures, specifically the animals ambient surroundings. Continue Reading.", "Mixed breed horses are mostly used in Olympic sports and indeed the majority of the champions’ horses are warmblooded ones. They have character traits from both the hot-blooded and the cold-blooded breeds and have their place in the middle of those when it comes to size and personality.", "Warm-blooded animal species can maintain a body temperature higher than their environment. In particular, homeothermic species maintain a stable body temperature by regulating metabolic processes. The only known homeotherms are birds and mammals. Other species have various degrees of thermoregulation. Animal body temperature control varies by species, so the terms warm-blooded and cold-blooded give a false idea of there being only two categories of body temperature control, and are no longer used scientifically. The terms are still in everyday use. 1 Terminology.", "In contrast, warm-blooded animals are able to regulate their body temperature by converting the food they eat into energy and thus, create heat. Although most people refer to all types of aquatic animals as fish, there are many exceptions.", "Warm-blooded means that at rest, the animal keeps its body warm and above the temperature of its surroundings. Cold-blooded means that at rest, the animals body temperature …is the same as that of its surroundings. Cold-blooded animals have to warm themselves up (usually by sunning them selves or by vibrating their muscles) before they become active while warmblooded animals are already warm and ready for action. Also warmblooded animals can operate at temperatures where cold-blooded animals can not (eg polar bears). -------------------------------------------------------------- Warm Blooded try to keep the inside of their bodies at a constant temperature.", "Such categorization does not refer to the horse’s blood temperature, which is the same within the wide range of horse breeds; it is actually meant to typify the breeds into two, or even three, different groups.", "This big birdAn animal that has wings and is covered with feathers. Birds have a backbone, are warm-blooded, produce young from eggs, and walk on their two legs. Most can fly. can also defend itself with the 4-inch claw on each foot. A kick from an ostrich is powerful enough to kill a lion! Ostriches like to live in groups, called flocks." ]

[ "Sea Otter: Mongoose Ruddy Expert 27.5+, Argus fat bike and Argus kid’s fat bike. Mongoose continues to expand their big wheeled bikes for 2016. By Gregg Kato April 30, 2015. Mongoose continues their tradition of making big wheeled mountain bikes at affordable prices (click to enlarge).", "mongoose Facts. Although they appear remarkably similar to weasels in form and lifestyle, mongooses are actually members of the superfamily feliforma, or cat-like carnivores, while weasels are in the superfamily caniforma or dog-like carnivores.", "CHEWING OVER THE EVIDENCE IN WALL SCENES FIGURE 1. Otter/mongoose with a fish depicted in room A16 in the tomb of Mereruka. After Duell, Mastaba of Mereruka, II, pl. 128. FIGURE 2. Marsh scene from the tomb of Nikauisesi. Mongoose with a goose depicted on the upper right.", "Meerkats, Mongoose & Otters. These are some of the most charismatic animals that you will see at the zoo. Otters can be cute and playful, but in wild they're known as the 'river wolf' because of their razor sharp teeth and muscular body that helps them hunt and eat fish. Mongooses are also small carnivorous mammals. Despite not being closely related, they look quite similar to weasels, live in similar climates and both burrow underground. We have two species of otter and four species of mongooses, including the dwarf mongoose and the fascinating meerkats.", "The ferret (Musteia putorius furo) is a domestic pet. It is not a wild animal, though ferrets are descendants of the European polecat (weasel) and are, therefore, close relatives of skunks, mink, otters, and badgers.", "Indeed, the gross morphology of mongooses and otters is very similar, as the latter are also short-limbed and have a long body and tail. However, unlike the Egyptian mongoose, for which abundant physical evidence has confirmed its continuous presence in Egypt since the prehistoric era, otters are not native to Egypt.", "Simply put, the mongoose is not a weasel. The meerkat, however, is a mongoose, but since it is such a popular little animal and is in its own genus, you can read about it here - Meerkat Facts. Most mongoose species are highly social animals living in busy groups of 6 to 40 individuals called packs or mobs.", "Water Mongoose. Appearance. With an overall length of 800 to 1000 mm, this is a large and robust mongoose. It has a mass of between 2.5 to 4.2 kg. Their tails are 300-410 mm long. Their colour is a uniform dark brown with a lighter nose. Their bodies are relatively short the tail is covered with long, shaggy hairs. Ears are adpressed to the head.", "Weasels are mammals forming the genus Mustela of the Mustelidae family. The genus includes the weasels, European polecats, stoats, ferrets and European minks. They are small, active predators, long and slender with short legs. The Mustelidae family is often referred to as the weasel family. Gestation period: 40 - 43 days (European polecat) · 280 days (Stoat) en.wikipedia.org.", "This article is about the animal. For other uses, see Otter (disambiguation). Otters are carnivorous mammals in the subfamily Lutrinae. The 13 extant otter species are all semiaquatic, aquatic or marine, with diets based on fish and invertebrates. Lutrinae is a branch of the weasel family Mustelidae, which also includes badgers, honey badgers, martens, minks, polecats, and wolverines." ]

[ "Otters can be very dangerous and aggressive. They are not timid and will attack humans. Just today someone was attacked by an otter that appeared to be swimming away and then turned around and rushed up on the shore and bit a mans ankle causing serious injury.", "Otters can be very dangerous and aggressive. They are not timid and will attack humans. Just today someone was attacked by an otter that appeared to be swimming away and then turned around and rushed up on the shore and bit a mans ankle causing serious injury. A Florida Otter can rip your face off.", "But otters have a dark side. Photo: Photodisc/Getty Images. The North American river otter (Lontra canadensis) is a shy, if playful, weasel topping out at 30 pounds and five feet from head to tail. Otters are carnivores, eating mainly fish, crayfish, and frogs. Humans aren't on the menu.", "The North American river otter (Lontra canadensis) is a shy, if playful, weasel topping out at 30 pounds and five feet from head to tail. Otters are carnivores, eating mainly fish, crayfish, and frogs. Humans aren't on the menu.", "Otters are carnivores, eating mainly fish, crayfish, and frogs. Humans aren't on the menu. The odd crocodilian meal is the result of sheer tenacity in which the otter wears down the gator during an hours-long struggle. Such a concentrated attack on a human is without precedent in the wild.", "They hunt for food both in the water such as fish and then also land creatures including small reptiles. They are small animals that average about four feet in length and up to 30 pounds. There are 13 identified species of Otters known. Most people find the Otter to be a friendly looking creature.", "Best Answer: For the most part, river otters are completely harmless to man. However, I did know of one river otter, who was nicknamed 'Chainsaw' who was very friendly, playful and curious, but also had a tendency to get pretty rough and bitey when he was playing.", "The North American river otter (Lontra canadensis) is a shy, if playful, weasel topping out at 30 pounds and five feet from head to tail. Otters are carnivores, eating mainly fish, crayfish, and frogs.", "Actually, the otters that many of us have seen performing in shows at local attractions aren't Florida otters. Those are usually Asian otters, a smaller and less aggressive species. North American otters, however, can grow up to 4 feet long and weigh 25 pounds.", "The North American river otter (Lontra canadensis), also known as the northern river otter or the common otter, is a semiaquatic mammal endemic to the North American continent found in and along its waterways and coasts." ]

[ "AN ENDANGERED SPECIES. The giant otter is the South American cousin to the sea and river otters of North America, as well as those of Europe and Africa.The giant otter can grow to more than 6 feet (2 meters) long and 70 pounds (32 kg), nearly twice as large as its American counterparts.N ENDANGERED SPECIES. The giant otter is the South American cousin to the sea and river otters of North America, as well as those of Europe and Africa.", "Why are sea otters endangered. The sea otter is a marine mammal which lives on the coasts of the northern Pacific Ocean. Their primary form of insulation is their thick coat of fur, which is the densest fur known in the animal kingdom.Although sea otters have the ability to walk on land, they are capable of living exclusively in the ocean.These traits are what have made the otter such an endangered species.he sea otter is a marine mammal which lives on the coasts of the northern Pacific Ocean. Their primary form of insulation is their thick coat of fur, which is the densest fur known in the animal kingdom.", "There is one species of Otter on the low risk list which is the Oriental Small Clawed Otter. Several of the species though are listed as vulnerable and endangered. They include the Southern River Otter, Hairy Nosed Otter, Giant Otter, and the India Smooth Coated Otter.In the United States Otters are protected under the Endangered Species Act.This is due to the fact that the conditions they live under could be compromised easily and that could lead to a significant reduction in their numbers in very little time.tters Conservation Status. Many of the different species of Otters have been heavily hunted in the past. As a result the numbers of them are quite low. This is why conservation efforts are in place to help them continue to survive. The main reason that these Otters were hunted though was for their fur.", "In Canada, Sea Otters are protected and managed under the Species at Risk Act. In the United States, Sea Otters are protected by the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 (MMPA) and in southwest Alaska and California, the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (ESA).The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) is the federal agency responsible for their conservation and management.n the United States, two subspecies of Sea Otters are listed as threatened (E. lutris kenyoni in SW Alaska and E. lutris nereis in California) due to precipitous population declines in Alaska and slow growth (and vulnerability to anthropogenic factors) of a small subpopulation in California.", "The sea otter (Enhydra lutris) is a marine mammal native to the coasts of the northern and eastern North Pacific Ocean. Adult sea otters typically weigh between 14 and 45 kg (30 to 100 lb), making them the heaviest members of the weasel family, but among the smallest marine mammals.he sea otter is one of the smallest marine mammal species. Male sea otters weigh 22 to 45 kg (49 to 99 lb) and are 1.2 to 1.5 m (4 to 5 ft) in length.", "In 1969 and 1970, 59 sea otters were reintroduced to the Washington coast from Amchitka Island, Alaska. The sea otter was listed as a state endangered species in 1981, due to its small population size, restricted distribution, and vulnerability.From 1989 to the most recent survey in 2004, the population has been growing at an average annual rate of 8.2%.n 1969 and 1970, 59 sea otters were reintroduced to the Washington coast from Amchitka Island, Alaska. The sea otter was listed as a state endangered species in 1981, due to its small population size, restricted distribution, and vulnerability.", "The sea otter is one of the smallest marine mammal species. Male sea otters weigh 22 to 45 kg (49 to 99 lb) and are 1.2 to 1.5 m (4 to 5 ft) in length.Females are smaller, weighing 14 to 33 kg (30 to 73 lb) and measuring 1.0 to 1.4 m (3 ft 3 in to 4 ft 7 in) in length.he sea otter is one of the smallest marine mammal species. Male sea otters weigh 22 to 45 kg (49 to 99 lb) and are 1.2 to 1.5 m (4 to 5 ft) in length.", "Otters Conservation Status. Many of the different species of Otters have been heavily hunted in the past. As a result the numbers of them are quite low. This is why conservation efforts are in place to help them continue to survive. The main reason that these Otters were hunted though was for their fur.tters Conservation Status. Many of the different species of Otters have been heavily hunted in the past. As a result the numbers of them are quite low. This is why conservation efforts are in place to help them continue to survive. The main reason that these Otters were hunted though was for their fur.", "As mentioned previously, the river otter is an endangered species. River otters have been hunted for many years. Their fur is attractive and quite durable. In 1983-1984, 135 otters were taken with an average selling price of $1,871 per pelt.s mentioned previously, the river otter is an endangered species. River otters have been hunted for many years. Their fur is attractive and quite durable. In 1983-1984, 135 otters were taken with an average selling price of $1,871 per pelt.", "Diet. Sea otters eat urchins, abalone, mussels, clams, crabs, snails and about 40 other marine species. Sea otters eat approximately 25% of their weight in food each day to support their high metabolism.iet. Sea otters eat urchins, abalone, mussels, clams, crabs, snails and about 40 other marine species. Sea otters eat approximately 25% of their weight in food each day to support their high metabolism." ]

[ "In this review the imaging features of normal ovaries and the most common ovarian cystic masses are presented. In Ovarian Cystic Masses Part I a roadmap for the diagnostic workup and management of ovarian cystic masses is presented based on the findings of ultrasound and MRI.", "The criteria most useful for the prediction of ovarian malignancy are lesion size (> 4 cm); thickness (> 3 mm) of the walls and septa; and internal structure, including papillary projections, nodularity, various degrees of solid components, necrosis, and hemorrhage [1]. However, imaging findings in benign and malignant ovarian lesions overlap.", "In general, the risk of malignancy in unilocular cystic tumours <10 cm in women over 50 is thought to be low 3-4. 1 benign ovarian mature cystic teratoma. cystadenomas serous cystadenoma of the ovary. 2 malignant serous ovarian cystadenocarcinoma. mucinous ovarian cystadenocarcinoma.", "Of the numerous benign ovarian lesions seen in girls of this age group, the functional cyst, the corpus luteum cyst, and the hemorrhagic cyst are the most common. Other ovarian concerns such as ruptured cysts and ovarian torsion are also discussed.", "• Features assigned point value to generate Predictive Index score. • 9 different gyn onc surgeons. • Unnecessary exploration (NPV)—women who undergo laparoscopy. and are in retrospect found to be poor surgical candidates by virtue of.", "Ovarian lesion. I am 56 and had a hysterectomy 22 years ago, leaving my ovaries as the gynaecologist said he had never seen such a healthy pair in all his career. Famous last words! i have been suffering a lot of pelvic and abdominal pain that I, and my GP, put down to kidney stones.", "Dysfunctional Ovarian Cysts. Follicle cysts of the ovary are the most common cystic structures found in healthy ovaries. These cysts arise from temporary pathologic variations of a normal physiologic process and are not neoplastic.", "Functional cysts. By far the most common cystic ovarian lesions are benign functional ovarian cysts. Functional cysts are Graafian follicles or corpora lutea that have grown too large or have bled, but are otherwise benign.", "Ovarian cystic neoplasms can be either benign or malignant and can arise from epithelial, stromal, or germ cell components. In general, the risk of malignancy in unilocular cystic tumours <10 cm in women over 50 is thought to be low 3-4. benign ovarian mature cystic teratoma.", "Cystadenofibroma is a subset of epithelial ovarian neoplasms that are usually benign. A lesion with a solid portion that exhibits intense contrast enhancement is the prominent feature of cystadenofibroma that mimics malignancy (Fig. 2)." ]

[ ", Medical consultant for just 70 years, and still sane (just). Not normally, would be my opinion. I have done a quick search of the literature, and can’t find any papers on this topic. This is most probably because ovarian cysts are so common that nobody has been able to get funding for a study. Even quite small girls show a few tiny ones in most cases: it is when they appear or remain after menopause that they are considered dangerous (pre-cancerous).", "In adolescent girls, ovarian cysts may be associated with a genetic disorder known as McCune-Albright syndrome, which is characterized by abnormal bone growth, discoloration of the skin, and early onset of puberty. The ovarian cysts are responsible for the early sexual maturation.", "Clinical Research Resources. ClinicalTrials.gov lists trials that are studying or have studied Neonatal ovarian cyst. Click on the link to go to ClinicalTrials.gov to read descriptions of these studies. Please note: Studies listed on the ClinicalTrials.gov website are listed for informational purposes only; being listed does not reflect an endorsement by the NIH.", "Ovarian cysts may not cause signs or symptoms. Larger cysts are more likely to cause signs and symptoms such as: Pain in the abdomen, pelvis, sometimes radiating to the low back, is the most common symptom. Feeling of bloating or indigestion. Increased abdominal girth.", "Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common endocrine disorders in women. Its marked phenotypic variability, puzzling list of associated conditions, and hence potential risk to a woman's health over her lifecycle clearly remain a clinical investigational, genetic, and therapeutic challenge.", "Ovarian cysts are common and the vast majority are harmless. Because they cause symptoms that may be the same as ovarian tumors that may be cancerous, ovarian cysts should always be checked out. The most common types of ovarian cysts are follicular and corpus luteum, which are related to the menstrual cycle.", "Nausea and vomiting. There are many causes and types of ovarian cysts, for example, follicular cysts, chocolate cysts, dermoid cysts, and cysts due to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Most ovarian cysts are not cancerous. Most ovarian cysts are diagnosed with ultrasound or physical examination. Transvaginal ultrasound is a common way to examine ovarian cysts. The treatment of an ovarian cyst depends upon the cause of the cyst and varies from observation and monitoring to surgical treatment.", "There is no known genetic cause for ovarian cysts. Inheritance of Ovarian cysts refers to whether the condition is inherited from your parents or runs in families. The level of inheritance of a condition depends on how important genetics are to the disease.", "There is no known genetic cause for ovarian cysts. About inheritance and genetics: Inheritance of Ovarian cysts refers to whether the condition is inherited from your parents or runs in families. The level of inheritance of a condition depends on how important genetics are to the disease.", "The goal of this study is to determine the genetic basis of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). We will first look for genes in the Icelandic population, where large family trees are known and it is easier to search for genes. We will then determine whether these same genes are important in U.S. PCOS patients." ]

[ "Home > Endocrine System > Endocrine Glands of the Lower Torso > Uterus and Ovaries. The uterus and ovaries are the most vital organs of the female reproductive system. These organs work together to produce female sex hormones, produce and develop ova (egg cells), and support the development of a fetus during pregnancy.", "The ovaries are a pair of ova-producing organs (that is, they produce egg cells) that maintain the health of the female reproductive system. The ovaries, like their male counterpart, the testes, are known as gonads. This simply means they are the primary reproductive organs.", "The ovaries produce the eggs in the female reproductive system. Eggs grow, develop, and mature in the ovaries and then are released during ovulation, part of the monthly menstrual cycle that occurs during the childbearing years. The ovaries are a pair of organs in the female reproductive system. They are located in the pelvis , one on each side of the uterus (the hollow, pear-shaped organ where a baby grows). Each ovary is about the size and shape of an almond.", "Human Anatomy. The ovary (for a given side) is located in the lateral wall of the pelvis in a region called the ovarian fossa. The fossa usually lies beneath the external iliac artery and in front of the ureter and the internal iliac artery.", "The primary female reproductive organs, or gonads, are the two ovaries. Each ovary is a solid, ovoid structure about the size and shape of an almond, about 3.5 cm in length, 2 cm wide, and 1 cm thick. The ovaries are located in shallow depressions, called ovarian fossae, one on each side of the uterus, in the lateral walls of the pelvic cavity.", "In the human the paired ovaries lie within the pelvic cavity, on either side of the uterus, to which they are attached via a fibrous cord called the ovarian ligament. The ovaries are uncovered in the peritoneal cavity but are tethered to the body wall via the suspensory ligament of the ovary.", "Eggs grow, develop, and mature in the ovaries and then are released during ovulation, part of the monthly menstrual cycle that occurs during the childbearing years. (Source: excerpt from Ovarian Cysts: NWHIC) The ovaries are a pair of organs in the female reproductive system.", "Target Organ: Ovaries/Testes. Action Female: Stim final maturation of follicle, Stimulates growth and maturation of graafian follicles before ovulation. Action Male: Stim Leydig cells of testes to secrete testosterone.", "Produced by: Ovaries and corpus luteum, placenta in pregnancy. Sertoli cells in testes of male (sm quant), liver in males. Target Organs: Ext & int reproductive organs, breasts (female) testes (male). Action females: Breasts: induce growth of glandular and ductal tissue; initiate deposition of fat at puberty.", "Organ Systems. The human body is made up of several organ systems that work together as one unit. Organ systems fit between the hierarchical levels of organs and the organism. Ten major organ systems of the body are listed below along with several organs that are associated with each system. It is important to keep in mind that these organ systems don't just exist as individual units. The final product of these cooperating systems is one unit called the body." ]

[ "In the female reproductive system, the fimbria (plural, fimbriae) is a fringe of tissue around the ostium of the Fallopian tube, in the direction of the ovary. An ovary is not directly connected to its adjacent Fallopian tube. When ovulation is about to occur, the sex hormones activate the fimbriae, causing it to swell with blood and hit the ovary in a gentle, sweeping motion. An oocyte is released from the ovary into the peritoneal cavity and the cilia of the fimbriae sweep the ovum into the Fallopian tube.", "Endometriosis and Fallopian Tube Problems. Endometriosis is a common and painful disease that affects about 5.5 million women in North America and is one of the top three causes of infertility in women.", "As a result, endometriosis can cause irritation, inflammation, and the formation of scar tissue. This buildup of tissue can prevent the eggs from getting out of the ovaries or being fertilized by sperm. It can also scar and block the fallopian tubes, preventing the egg and sperm from meeting. In addition to fertility problems, some common signs and symptoms of endometriosis include: 1 Pelvic pain. 2 Painful intercourse.", "The ovaries are not connected directly to the Fallopian tubes. Many diagrams shows the fimbriae (the leafy looking parts on the far left and right below) of the Fallopian tubes as been directly adjacent to the ovaries, which leads many to believe that the ovaries are directly attached to them.", "The pars uterina is the place where the uterus and Fallopian tube connects. This sketch indicates better how the Fallopian tubes, uterus, and ovaries are all connected (or, in fact, not connected). Most human Fallopian tubes are between seven and fourteen centimeters in length. Once an egg has entered the Fallopian tube, the mucosal cilia of the Fallopian tube move the egg towards the uterus.", "Lymphatic drainage of the uterus and upper two-thirds of the vagina is primarily to the obturator and internal and external iliac nodes. The fallopian tubes are bilateral muscular structures of paramesonephric duct origin. They are from 7 to 12 cm in length and usually less than 1 cm in diameter. The tubes or oviducts have a lumen that varies considerably in diameter.", "The musculature of the uterus is in several layers. There is an outer longitudinal layer (stratum supra-vasculare) continuing into the fallopian tubes and round ligaments. The vascular layer (stratum vasculare) consists of many interlacing spiral groups of smooth muscles and contains many blood vessels.", "The female reproductive organs include the uterus, fallopian tubes, and the ovaries (Fig. 1). Their position, size, and anatomic relations vary considerably with age and the physiologic changes of menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause. Fig. 1. Schema of the female reproductive organs.", "It can appear in or on the ovaries, the fallopian tubes, the various structures that support the uterus, and the lining of the pelvic cavity. Sometimes, it's found in other places as well, including the cervix, vagina, rectum, bladder, bowel, and elsewhere.", "The ovary and Fallopian are not actually connected to each other. The ostium is where the fimbriae end and the Fallopian tube begins. The infundibulum is the wider end of the Fallopian tube that narrows into the ampulla, which is the twisting portion of the tube in the above sketch." ]

[ "If an egg has bloody spots on the yolk, it's safe to eat. If a hard-boiled egg has a greenish ring around the yolk, it just means it is overcooked. It is safe to eat. If the white of an egg is cloudy, that means it is very fresh. Food Safety & Sanitation. Dropping Food Safety Knowledge: A Dozen Easter Egg Safety Tips.", "The yolks, meanwhile, buffered by albumin, remain half raw. (Of course, you could boil the eggs longer than 10 minutes to get fully cooked yolks, but by that point your whites would have the texture of a foam yoga mat.) Eggs cooked this way cannot rightfully be called hard-boiled—they are half-hard, half-soft chimeras.", "Hard-boiled eggs can be enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack, on the top of a salad at lunch or dinnertime, and as a delicious appetizer. Hard-boiled eggs’ versatility is what makes them so easy to eat at any time of day. Here’s everything you need to know about hard-boiled eggs before you make them! Back To Top.", "Hard-boiled eggs that have been properly refrigerated should be eaten within one week. If you are hiding eggs for an Easter egg hunt and plan to eat them afterward, be sure the eggs have no cracks (that could allow bacteria to enter the egg).", "Carefully drain the eggs, and transfer them to the ice bath. Let them cool in the ice water for 5 minutes, then dry them with a paper towel or cloth towel, and serve. (Store hard-boiled eggs in an egg carton in the refrigerator for up to several days.) Previously in You’re Doing It Wrong: Almond Milk.", "It's probably fair to say that the water soluble vitamins will be protected by the shell. For those vitamins that breakdown due to heat, if you're concerned about nutrition, perhaps a medium or soft boiled egg would be better for you, since most of the vitamins in eggs are contained in the yolks.", "3. Using eggs that are too fresh. Hard-boiled eggs can be tricky to peel, and this is especially true when they're made using eggs that are too fresh. As eggs age, two things happen that make them easier to peel. First, they lose moisture through small pores in the shell, and the air pocket at the tip of the egg gets larger.", "Depending upon the size of the egg, how firm you like your hard boiled eggs, temperature of the water and starting temperature of the egg (a cold egg just taken from the fridge will take longer than one that starts at room temperature), that may be the perfect cooking time, if you want a hard-boiled egg. (two minute increments)", "Gotham, with the martyred death of Harvey Dent (Who we all knew turned into and died as Two Face in The Dark Knight... a mistake in my eyes, as far as him dying, but we'll skip past that), is now a prosperous and much less crime ridden city, thanks especially in due part to new Commissioner Gordon. Batman is a wanted fugitive. The Dark Knight to Dent's White Knight. Bruce Wayne has lea...", "Hard-boiled eggs seem like a really basic thing to cook. Eggs, saucepan, water, and you're all set. There are a few cooking method variations, and everyone has their favorite. But no matter what method you use to hard-boil eggs, there are a few common mistakes you should always take care to avoid." ]

[ "Illicit drugs, used to get high, may be taken in overdose amounts when a person's metabolism cannot detoxify the drug fast enough to avoid unintended side effects. Exposure to chemicals, plants, and other toxic substances that can cause harm are called poisonings. The higher the dose or the longer the exposure, the worse the poisoning. Two examples are carbon monoxide poisoning and mushroom poisoning. People respond differently to a drug overdose.", "It depends on the drug. Most narcotics will have you off and away with the angels before you know it. Witness the number of heroin addicts found with the needles still in their arms. However, if you try and overdose on over the couner meds, then a nasty, painful and slow death awaits. You will probably wake up from the overdose, but then die, very slowly and very painfully, over the next three to ten days, of liver failure. It's pitiful.", "Yes, a person can overdose on heroin. An overdose occurs when the person uses too much of a drug and has a toxic reaction that results in serious, harmful symptoms or death. When people overdose on heroin, their breathing often slows or stops.", "Heroin is an opioid drug made from morphine, a natural substance taken from the seed pod of the Asian opium poppy plant. Heroin can be a white or brown powder, or a black sticky substance known as black tar heroin. Other common names for heroin include dope, horse, junk, and smack.", "Some doctors' offices are equipped to handle overdoses; others are not. Some doctors' offices advise their patients to go to a hospital's emergency department. In life-threatening circumstances, call 911. You are not expected to know when a drug overdose is serious. If you cannot reach a qualified professional by telephone to discuss the potential overdose or cannot call the Poison Control Center (800-222-1222), it would be prudent for you to take the overdosed person to the nearest hospital's emergency department or medical facility.", "Injection Drug Use, HIV, and Hepatitis. People who inject drugs such as heroin are at high risk of contracting the HIV and hepatitis C (HCV) virus. These diseases are transmitted through contact with blood or other bodily fluids, which can occur when sharing needles or other injection drug use equipment.", "An individual can overdose on prescription painkillers, as well as acetaminophen (Tylenol) or Aspirin. Some narcotic pain medications, such as Oxycodone (Oxycontin) and Hydrocodone (Vicodin), contain Aspirin or Tylenol as an ingredient. Signs of a painkiller overdose can include nausea and vomiting. When these symptoms are accompanied by jaundice, they can indicate an overdose of Tylenol. Other signs to watch for include drowsiness or fainting. Pinpoint pupils suggest opioid use and can also signify a painkiller overdose.", "Thread: Least painful drug to OD on? Least painful drug to OD on? 24-02-2001 02:36 Im wonder,if someone wanted to OD off of something,what should it be? I was thinking a large dose of opiates,basically just go to sleep and never wake up. Coke might work in large quantities but then u risk having a stroke or heart attack...which would be pretty damn painful...and that would suck.Im thinking a 5th of vodka and about 4 Oxycontin 80s. #2. kewl View Profile.", "Some doctors' offices are equipped to handle overdoses; others are not. Some doctors' offices advise their patients to go to a hospital's emergency department. In life-threatening circumstances, an ambulance should usually be summoned by calling 911.You are not expected to know when a drug overdose is serious.", "If I were to have to say what would work and have the least pain, it would be opiates+alcohol+ketamine. GHB would definetly put you to sleep which you would never wake up from. That may be the least painful." ]

[ "Type 2 Diabetes. Most people who have type 2 diabetes are overweight or obese. You can cut your risk of developing type 2 diabetes by losing weight, eating a balanced diet, getting adequate sleep, and exercising more.", "The risk to minorities. If you are a minority, you are more likely to develop diabetes than whites. The following statistics represent the incidence of diabetes among minorities in the United States for 2002: Non-Hispanic blacks: 11.4% of all non-Hispanic blacks aged 20 or over have diabetes.", "Your Weight and Your Risk. Being overweight raises your risk for type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke. It can cause other problems, too, like high blood pressure, unhealthy cholesterol, and high blood glucose (sugar). Losing weight can help you prevent and manage these problems. And you don't have to lose a lot of weight. Even losing 10-15 pounds can make a big difference.", "Children have fewer weight-related health and medical problems than adults. However, overweight children are at high risk of becoming overweight adolescents and adults, placing them at risk of developing chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes later in life.", "Gallbladder disease and gallstones are more common if you are overweight. Ironically, weight loss itself, particularly rapid weight loss or loss of a large amount of weight, can make you more likely to get gallstones. Losing weight at a rate of about 1 pound a week is less likely to cause gallstones. 1 1. 2 2.", "Overweight. Being overweight raises your risk for type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke. It can cause other problems, too, like high blood pressure, unhealthy cholesterol, and high blood glucose (sugar). Losing weight can help you prevent and manage these problems.", "The rate for Hispanic women is about midway between the two. Hispanic men become obese 2.5 times faster than white men, and after the age of 28, African American men became obese 2.2 times more rapidly than white men. If minorities are more prone to being overweight, this makes them more at risk for Type 2 diabetes. Because diabetes is the leading cause of chronic kidney disease, minorities also have a greater risk of developing kidney disease.", "Losing 5%-10% of your weight is proven to lower your chance of developing heart disease. Most people who have type 2 diabetes are overweight or obese. You can cut your risk of developing type 2 diabetes by losing weight, eating a balanced diet, getting adequate sleep, and exercising more. If you have type 2 diabetes, losing weight and becoming more physically active can help control your blood sugar levels.", "Diabetes is a disease that affects the body’s ability to produce or use insulin. Type 2 diabetes is also known as adult-onset diabetes or non-insulin dependent diabetes. The Western diet is high in processed and fast foods.", "Children become overweight and obese for a variety of reasons. The most common causes are genetic factors, lack of physical activity, unhealthy eating patterns, or a combination of these factors. Only in rare cases is being overweight caused by a medical condition such as a hormonal problem. A physical exam and some blood tests can rule out the possibility of a medical condition as the cause for obesity. Although weight problems run in families, not all children with a family history of obesity will be overweight." ]

[ "Birds of prey, also known as raptors, hunt and feed on other animals. The term raptor is derived from the Latin word rapere (meaning to seize or take by force). These birds are characterized by keen vision that allows them to detect prey during flight and powerful talons and beaks.ouis Pierre Veillot used additional ranks: order, tribe, family, genus, species. Birds of prey (order Accipitres) were divided into diurnal and nocturnal tribes; the owls remained monogeneric (family Ægolii, ægolii Genus), strix whilst the diurnal raptors were divided into three: Families, Vulturini, gypaeti Gypaëti. and accipitrini", "What are Raptors? They are birds of prey and include some kinds that fly during the day such as hawks, eagles, vultures and falcons, and others that fly at night (owls).They are primarily hunters or scavengers and feed on animals ranging in size from rabbits and skunks to insects.ll birds belong to the Class Aves. The raptors of Kansas are within two Orders: the Falconiformes (New World vultures, osprey, hawks, harriers, kites, eagles and falcons) and the Strigiformes (owls). Within those orders, the classification looks like this:", " All owls are raptors, or birds of prey. Which is to say they seize prey in their talons and kill it off with the beak usually. Even small owls like Burrowing or Flammula … ted owls, which eat insects largely, catch them this way.nd you must conclude that an owl is a raptor. But if you are trying to classify birds according to their origins, their relatives, their DNA, and not just their behaviours (which are an adaption to their environemnt), then you might say no Owls are a different and belong in a different order to raptors.", "How are Raptors classified? All birds belong to the Class Aves. The raptors of Kansas are within two Orders: the Falconiformes (New World vultures, osprey, hawks, harriers, kites, eagles and falcons) and the Strigiformes (owls).Within those orders, the classification looks like this:ll birds belong to the Class Aves. The raptors of Kansas are within two Orders: the Falconiformes (New World vultures, osprey, hawks, harriers, kites, eagles and falcons) and the Strigiformes (owls). Within those orders, the classification looks like this:", "2. Falconiformes are commonly called birds of prey or raptors. They are called diurnal raptors because they hunt during the day. Owls (Order Strigiformes) are also birds of prey, but are nocturnal (hunt at night).Family-There are five families in the Order Falconiformes.alconiformes are commonly called birds of prey or raptors. They are called diurnal raptors because they hunt during the day. Owls (Order Strigiformes) are also birds of prey, but are nocturnal (hunt at night). Family-There are five families in the Order Falconiformes.", "The raptors that live in or visit our state include owls, vultures, and hawks (falcons, eagles, kites, buteos, accipiters, harriers, and osprey).Below is a list of the raptors representing each group. Check out the different kinds of Raptors with these Raptor Silhouettes !efinition. The word raptor is derived from rapere, a Latin word which means to seize or capture. More specifically, a raptor is a bird of prey. A bird of prey is a carnivore (meat eater) that kills and eats mammals, reptiles, amphibians, insects, rodents as well as other birds.", " A raptor bird (also known as a bird of prey) is any of the birds that are actively predatory birds. They are characterized by long, sharp talons, a hoked beak, and super … b binocular vision. These birds inculde ospreys, hawks, falcons, etc.nd you must conclude that an owl is a raptor. But if you are trying to classify birds according to their origins, their relatives, their DNA, and not just their behaviours (which are an adaption to their environemnt), then you might say no Owls are a different and belong in a different order to raptors.", "The finding, describing, classifying of birds (or any organisms) is called Taxonomy and is still an evolving process. Historically a lot of biologists would have classified Owls (and there are two main types of owl) differently from raptors, based on their appearance and their jizz (behaviours).nd you must conclude that an owl is a raptor. But if you are trying to classify birds according to their origins, their relatives, their DNA, and not just their behaviours (which are an adaption to their environemnt), then you might say no Owls are a different and belong in a different order to raptors.", "Birds of prey generally prey on vertebrates, which are usually quite large relative to the size of the bird. Most also eat carrion, at least occasionally, and vultures and condors eat carrion as their main food source. Many raptor species are considered apex predators.ouis Pierre Veillot used additional ranks: order, tribe, family, genus, species. Birds of prey (order Accipitres) were divided into diurnal and nocturnal tribes; the owls remained monogeneric (family Ægolii, ægolii Genus), strix whilst the diurnal raptors were divided into three: Families, Vulturini, gypaeti Gypaëti. and accipitrini", "A Raptor is a bird of prey which includes Hawks, Eagles, Ospreys, and Falcons. Raptors are birds of prey as stated above, although the dromeosaurs (Velociraptor, Utahraptor, … Deinonychus, and others) were also called raptors. what is raptors.nd you must conclude that an owl is a raptor. But if you are trying to classify birds according to their origins, their relatives, their DNA, and not just their behaviours (which are an adaption to their environemnt), then you might say no Owls are a different and belong in a different order to raptors." ]

[ "To gamekeepers and those interested in the preservation of game, all animals such as the pole-cat, weasel, stoat, hawks, owls, &c., which destroy the eggs or young of preserved birds, are classed as vermin , and the same term includes rats, mice, &c.t is used for enriching coal gas, as a vermin killer, in the manufacture of certain azo dyes, and in the preparation of phthalic acid (q.v.). P. 39 1), who made a collection of 50 different specimens of the vermin which infested his bedroom in Guayaquil.", "In checking with a standard dictionary, vermin is defined as: '(1) any of various small animals or insects that are destructive, annoying, or injurious to health, such as cockroaches or rats. (2) Any of various animals that prey on game, as the fox or weasel.'.o make a long story short, the unanimous (which is somewhat unusual) opinion of the VU faculty is that a bat is NOT a vermin. We've had this question come up many times in claims denied due to damage by raccoons, skunks, snakes, turtles, and other critters...each time on the basis of the exclusion for vermin..", "Tips. Poison baits are highly toxic and may kill owls that dine on poisoned rodents and other vermin. If you have a rodent problem, use traps or other non-toxic means of control.Keep in mind that rodents will attract owls, and in turn, the owls help control the rodent population.any owls, including great horned owls and screen owls, usually nest in trees on the margins of grassy or woodland areas. Others, such as barn owls, often nest in old barns with permanent outdoor access.", "The little owl (Athene noctua) is a bird that inhabits much of the temperate and warmer parts of Europe, Asia east to Korea, and north Africa.It was introduced into the British Isles at the end of the nineteenth century and into the South Island of New Zealand in the early twentieth century.It is a member of the typical or true owl family Strigidae, which contains most species of owl, the other grouping being the barn owls, Tytonidae.t was introduced into the British Isles at the end of the nineteenth century and into the South Island of New Zealand in the early twentieth century. It is a member of the typical or true owl family Strigidae, which contains most species of owl, the other grouping being the barn owls, Tytonidae.", "No one has a clue as to why the 'plug' blew out and the insurance company is not disputing that part of the claim. The insuring policy has an exclusion for losses caused by birds, vermin, rodents, insects or domestic animals.The company has made the determination that bats fall under the definition of vermin.o make a long story short, the unanimous (which is somewhat unusual) opinion of the VU faculty is that a bat is NOT a vermin. We've had this question come up many times in claims denied due to damage by raccoons, skunks, snakes, turtles, and other critters...each time on the basis of the exclusion for vermin..", "An Owl hole at Lugton Ridge Farm, Auchentiber. An owl hole is a structural entrance built into buildings (such as mills and barns) to allow predatory birds, typically Barn Owls (Tyto alba), to enter.The birds prey on farm vermin and therefore benefit the miller, farmer, etc.n Owl hole at Lugton Ridge Farm, Auchentiber. An owl hole is a structural entrance built into buildings (such as mills and barns) to allow predatory birds, typically Barn Owls (Tyto alba), to enter.", "The Barn Owl feeds primarily on small vertebrates, particularly rodents. Studies have shown that an individual Barn Owl may eat one or more rodents per night; a nesting pair and their young can eat more than 1,000 rodents per year and have been referred to as 'nature's mousetraps'.n Owl hole at Lugton Ridge Farm, Auchentiber. An owl hole is a structural entrance built into buildings (such as mills and barns) to allow predatory birds, typically Barn Owls (Tyto alba), to enter.", "Hearing the hoot of an owl indicated an imminent death, it is thought that the deaths of many famous Romans was predicted by the hoot of an owl, including Julius Caesar, Augustus & Agrippa. While the Greeks believed that sight of an owl predicted victory for their armies, the Romans saw it as a sign of defeat.hey believed that a dream of an owl could be an omen of shipwreck for sailors & of being robbed. To ward off the evil caused by an owl, it was believed that the offending owl should be killed & nailed to the door of the affected house. Beliefs on owls varied between ancient American Indian tribes.", "Funk and Wagnall's New Standard Dictionary, at page 2644, defines vermin as (1) Obnoxious insects, especially parasitic ones, as lice, fleas, or bedbugs. (2) [Eng.] Animals destructive to game, as weasels, polecats, badgers, otters, hawks, or owls.o make a long story short, the unanimous (which is somewhat unusual) opinion of the VU faculty is that a bat is NOT a vermin. We've had this question come up many times in claims denied due to damage by raccoons, skunks, snakes, turtles, and other critters...each time on the basis of the exclusion for vermin..", "Owls are one of the oldest species of vertebrate animal in existence, fossils have been found dating back 60 million years, showing the bird to have changed very little in that time. Throughout the history of mankind, the owl has featured significantly in mythology & folklore.Owls are one of the few birds that have been found in prehistoric cave paintings. Owls have been both revered & feared throughout many civilisations from ancient to more recent times.hey believed that a dream of an owl could be an omen of shipwreck for sailors & of being robbed. To ward off the evil caused by an owl, it was believed that the offending owl should be killed & nailed to the door of the affected house. Beliefs on owls varied between ancient American Indian tribes." ]

[ "This example from the Chicago Manual of Style shows how the comma is necessary for clarity. Without it, she is taking a picture of two people, her mother and father, who are the president and vice president. With it, she is taking a picture of four people.", "One of the most frequent errors in comma usage is the placement of a comma after a coordinating conjunction. We cannot say that the comma will always come before the conjunction and never after, but it would be a rare event, indeed, that we need to follow a coordinating conjunction with a comma.", "Using a comma between all the items in a series, including the last two, avoids this problem. This last commathe one between the word and and the preceding wordis often called the serial comma or the Oxford comma. In newspaper writing, incidentally, you will seldom find a serial comma, but that is not necessarily a sign that it should be omitted in academic prose.", "In most sentences, a because clause is essential to the meaning of the sentence, and it will not be set off with a comma: 1 The Okies had to leave their farms in the midwest because the drought conditions had ruined their farms.", "It is used less often in British English, but some British style guides require it, including The Oxford Style Manual. According to The Oxford Companion to the English Language, Commas are used to separate items in a list or sequence ... Usage varies as to the inclusion of a comma before and in the last item ...", "For the song, see Oxford Comma. In English language punctuation, a serial comma or series comma (also called Oxford comma and Harvard comma) is a comma placed immediately before the coordinating conjunction (usually and, or, or nor) in a series of three or more terms.", "Use a comma to separate the elements in a series (three or more things), including the last two. He hit the ball, dropped the bat, and ran to first base.. You may have learned that the comma before the and is unnecessary, which is fine if you're in control of things.", "In general, do not use a comma before and or or in a series: The snow stalled cars, buses and trains. Use commas to separate elements in a series, but do not put a comma before the conjunction in a simple series: The flag is red, white and blue.", "Like us on Facebook. The Oxford comma, so-called because the Oxford University Press style guidelines require it, is the comma before the conjunction at the end of a list. If your preferred style is to omit the second comma in red, white, and blue, you are aligned with the anti-Oxford comma faction. The pro-Oxford comma faction is more vocal and numerous in the US, while in the UK, anti-Oxford comma reigns. (Oxford University is an outsider, style-wise, in its own land.) In the US, book and magazine publishers are generally pro, while newspapers are anti, but both styles can be found in both media.", "Note that there is generally no comma between the penultimate item and 'and'/'or' – this is sometimes referred to as the 'Oxford comma'. However, it is essential to use an Oxford comma if required to prevent ambiguity: He took French, Spanish, and Maths A-levels. I ate fish and chips, bread and jam, and ice cream." ]

[ "• in pneumatic tools- the oil and the gas pressure friction can. cause a fire or explosion. • in oil pre-heating burners- these burners are set to burn with. 21% oxygen to air ratio. • to start internal combustion engines- gasoline is flammable. enough with 21% oxygen available. Never use oxygen………. • to blow out pipelines- Leftover flammable or combustible. vapors may still be present to cause an explosion. • to dust off clothing or work area- the oxygen will remain.", "How must oxygen cylinders be stored? (1) Oxygen cylinders must not be stored near highly combustible material, especially oil and grease; or near reserve stocks of carbide and acetylene or other fuel-gas cylinders, or near any other substance likely to cause or accelerate fire; or in an acetylene generator compartment.", "Elevation.. When locating bulk oxygen systems near above-ground flammable or combustible liquid storage which may be either indoors or outdoors, it is advisable to locate the system on ground higher than the flammable or combustible liquid storage. 1910.104(b)(2)(v) Dikes..", "Liquid oxygen has a boiling point of -297.3°F (-183.0°C). Because the temperature difference between the product and the surrounding environment is substantial—even in the winter—keeping liquid oxygen insulated from the surrounding heat is essential. The product also requires special equipment for handling and storage.", "Oxygen is the second largest component of the atmosphere, comprising 20.8% by volume. Liquid oxygen is pale blue and extremely cold. Although nonflammable, oxygen is a strong oxidizer. Oxygen is necessary to support life. Oxygen will react with nearly all organic materials and metals usually forming an oxide. Materials that burn in air will burn more vigorously in oxygen.", "□ Are all flammable liquids kept in closed containers when not in use (e.g., parts cleaning tanks, pans, etc.)? □ Are bulk drums of flammable liquids grounded and bonded to containers during dispensing? □ Do storage rooms for flammable and combustible liquids have explosion-proof lights and mechanical or.", "Document Number: 50100. Note: This Material Safety Data Sheet is for Oxygen supplied in cylinders with 33 cubic feet (935 liters) or less gas capacity (DOD - 39 cylinders). For. Oxygen in large cylinders refer to Document Number 10065. PRODUCT USE: Calibration of Monitoring and.", "Small Business Safety and Health Management Series. OSHA 2209-02R 2005. FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. □ Are combustible scrap, debris and waste materials (oily rags, etc.) stored in covered metal receptacles.", "Leakage.. Where oxygen is stored as a liquid, noncombustible surfacing shall be provided in an area in which any leakage of liquid oxygen might fall during operation of the system and filling of a storage container. For purposes of this paragraph, asphaltic or bituminous paving is considered to be combustible.", "(3) Oxygen cylinders in storage must be separated from fuel-gas cylinders or combustible materials (especially oil or grease), a minimum of 20 feet or by a noncombustible barrier at least five feet high having a fire-resistance rating of at least one-half hour." ]

[ "Oysters can be eaten raw or cooked, though to keep your cholesterol and fat intake as low as possible, bake, broil, grill or steam oysters instead of sauteing or deep-frying them. Choose low-fat seasonings like vinegar, hot sauce or lemon juice instead of butter or white sauce prepared from full-fat milk.ore than 30 percent of Americans have high levels of LDL, or “bad,” cholesterol, reports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Your body synthesizes approximately 75 percent of your cholesterol; the remaining 25 percent comes from animal foods, including oysters.", "Cholesterol on the Half Shell. A 3-ounce serving of cooked Pacific oysters contains 85 milligrams of cholesterol. This amount is 28 percent of the 300 milligrams of cholesterol that the American Heart Association recommends a healthy adult should limit herself to each day.ore than 30 percent of Americans have high levels of LDL, or “bad,” cholesterol, reports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Your body synthesizes approximately 75 percent of your cholesterol; the remaining 25 percent comes from animal foods, including oysters.", "Making the world better, one answer at a time. Previously oysters were thought to contain high amounts of cholesterol but now, since new methods of calculating cholesterol levels are more accurate, oysters have been removed from the restricted list. Oysters are naturally low in fat, sodium, and calories.he National Heart and Lung Institute suggest oysters as an ideal food for inclusion in low-cholesterol diets. Oysters are an excellent source of vitamins A, B1(thiamin), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), C (ascorbic acid) and D (calciferol).", "If you have high blood cholesterol or heart disease, you should have no more than 200 milligrams of cholesterol daily, and a serving of Pacific oysters would fulfill 42 percent of that amount.ore than 30 percent of Americans have high levels of LDL, or “bad,” cholesterol, reports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Your body synthesizes approximately 75 percent of your cholesterol; the remaining 25 percent comes from animal foods, including oysters.", "If you like foods such as oysters, clams, shrimp, crabs, and mussels, you'll be happy to know they can be part of a healthy cholesterol-lowering diet. Not only do shellfish have a low fat content (0.5 percent to 2.5 percent), but about half of that fat is in the form of beneficial omega-3 oils.ven more surprisingly, oyster, mussel, and squid diets actually increased the beneficial form of cholesterol (HDL). Overall, shrimp and squid were less responsible for beneficial changes in cholesterol and blood fat levels; however, they didn't cause any detrimental effects either.", "More than 30 percent of Americans have high levels of LDL, or “bad,” cholesterol, reports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Your body synthesizes approximately 75 percent of your cholesterol; the remaining 25 percent comes from animal foods, including oysters.ore than 30 percent of Americans have high levels of LDL, or “bad,” cholesterol, reports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Your body synthesizes approximately 75 percent of your cholesterol; the remaining 25 percent comes from animal foods, including oysters.", "Seafoods like crab, lobster, oyster, scallops, shrimps, clams contain moderate amounts of cholesterol. They are low in total fat and saturated fat, but if you add toppings, it can increase its overall fat and cholesterol content. Cholesterol topics.The chart below gives the cholesterol content in seafood like crab, lobster, oyster, scallops, shrimps, etc. All cholesterol values of seafoods given below are approximate.he chart below gives the cholesterol content in seafood like crab, lobster, oyster, scallops, shrimps, etc. All cholesterol values of seafoods given below are approximate.", "There are medications that can lower cholesterol, but diet and exercise is the best way to lower it. You need a diet low in fat and cholesterol, as well as high in fiber. Fibe … r is one of nature's best remedies for many illnesses.he National Heart and Lung Institute suggest oysters as an ideal food for inclusion in low-cholesterol diets. Oysters are an excellent source of vitamins A, B1(thiamin), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), C (ascorbic acid) and D (calciferol).", "Oysters are not only delicious, but they're also one of the most nutritionally well balanced of foods, containing protein, carbohydrates and lipids. The National Heart and Lung Institute suggest oysters as an ideal food for inclusion in low-cholesterol diets.Oysters are an excellent source of vitamins A, B1(thiamin), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), C (ascorbic acid) and D (calciferol).he National Heart and Lung Institute suggest oysters as an ideal food for inclusion in low-cholesterol diets. Oysters are an excellent source of vitamins A, B1(thiamin), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), C (ascorbic acid) and D (calciferol).", "Oysters have 12 grams of high-quality protein. Unlike fish and some other kinds of shellfish, such as shrimp, oysters are a natural source of carbohydrates, with 6.6 grams of carbs per serving. They have 6 grams of total fat, including 1 gram of saturated fat. Oysters do, however, contain 94 milligrams of cholesterol.This makes up roughly one-third of your daily cholesterol limit, or one-half if you suffer from high cholesterol or heart disease.hey have 6 grams of total fat, including 1 gram of saturated fat. Oysters do, however, contain 94 milligrams of cholesterol. This makes up roughly one-third of your daily cholesterol limit, or one-half if you suffer from high cholesterol or heart disease." ]

[ "Oysters belong to the mollusk family, along with clams, mussels and scallops. These shellfish are commonly served raw as appetizers, smoked and canned, or breaded and deep-fried.In all these preparations, oysters offer several important nutrients the body needs. Choosing the right variety will help you reap the mollusk's benefits without a lot of added fat and calories.hese shellfish are commonly served raw as appetizers, smoked and canned, or breaded and deep-fried. In all these preparations, oysters offer several important nutrients the body needs. Choosing the right variety will help you reap the mollusk's benefits without a lot of added fat and calories.", "Oysters fall into this category. One medium raw oyster contains 5 grams of protein. The recommended daily intake is 56 grams for men and 46 grams for women. Oysters also make good options if you are following a low-carb diet.A medium-sized oyster has only 2 grams of carbs.hese shellfish are commonly served raw as appetizers, smoked and canned, or breaded and deep-fried. In all these preparations, oysters offer several important nutrients the body needs. Choosing the right variety will help you reap the mollusk's benefits without a lot of added fat and calories.", "Oysters have a place in a healthy diet plan. Oysters belong to the mollusk family, along with clams, mussels and scallops. These shellfish are commonly served raw as appetizers, smoked and canned, or breaded and deep-fried. In all these preparations, oysters offer several important nutrients the body needs.Choosing the right variety will help you reap the mollusk's benefits without a lot of added fat and calories.hese shellfish are commonly served raw as appetizers, smoked and canned, or breaded and deep-fried. In all these preparations, oysters offer several important nutrients the body needs. Choosing the right variety will help you reap the mollusk's benefits without a lot of added fat and calories.", "Oysters are a low-fat, high-protein food that is rich in several important nutrients. However, uncooked seafood can be vulnerable to the Vibrio vulnificus bacteria. You can minimize -- although not completely eliminate -- your risk of becoming infected by only eating legally harvested oysters.ysters are high in several extremely beneficial vitamins and minerals, including iron, zinc, and B vitamins, especially B-12. Most foods, whether meat, fish, fruits or vegetables, lose a significant percentage of the beneficial vitamins they contain during the cooking process.", "3. Oysters can help you lose weight! They are low in calories, low in fat and a good source of protein which makes you feel fuller after eating. 4. Oysters are a good source of other essential nutrients. These include vitamins A, E, and C, zinc, iron, calcium, selenium, and vitamin B12.5. Oysters can help improve your energy. They are a good source of iron which helps the body transport oxygen to individual cells giving you more energy.hey are low in calories, low in fat and a good source of protein which makes you feel fuller after eating. 4. Oysters are a good source of other essential nutrients. These include vitamins A, E, and C, zinc, iron, calcium, selenium, and vitamin B12. 5. Oysters can help improve your energy.", "Eating oysters benefits your health by boosting your vitamin intake. A serving of oysters provides a considerable amount of vitamin C -- 13.6 milligrams, which is 15 percent of the recommended daily intake for men and 18 percent for women.ysters have long made up a part of the American diet -- they've been consumed in Maine for thousands of years, according to the Maine Sea Grant -- and they have a place in a balanced meal plan. They contain several nutrients, especially minerals, that your body needs for good health.", "Omega 3 Fatty Acids. Oysters are loaded with Omega 3 Fatty Acids which are good for your joints, skin, vision, brain, heart, and helps lower bad cholesterol (LDL) levels. 100g (about 6 medium oysters) have 740mg of Omega 3 Fatty Acids. The average recommended daily value is 1000mg for women and 600mg for men. serving of oysters contains more Zinc than any other food per serving (76.7mg in 6 medium oysters!). This is more than 100% of the suggested daily amount of 8-11mg. Zinc helps maintain a healthy immune system which is needed for fighting illness and healing wounds. It also helps maintain your sense of taste and smell.", "Oysters come loaded with essential minerals. A single 6-ounce portion of oysters contains 28 milligrams of zinc, 9 milligrams of iron and 131 micrograms of selenium -- significantly more than the amount you need each day to maintain your health.ysters have long made up a part of the American diet -- they've been consumed in Maine for thousands of years, according to the Maine Sea Grant -- and they have a place in a balanced meal plan. They contain several nutrients, especially minerals, that your body needs for good health.", "Oysters are mollusks that are often eaten raw or cooked. They are a very nutritious food, with lots of protein, vitamins and minerals! They have a longer shelf life than some shellfish, you can keep them up to 4 weeks if you buy them fresh and keep them refrigerated out of water in 100% humidity.ysters are mollusks that are often eaten raw or cooked. They are a very nutritious food, with lots of protein, vitamins and minerals! They have a longer shelf life than some shellfish, you can keep them up to 4 weeks if you buy them fresh and keep them refrigerated out of water in 100% humidity.", "Pacific Oysters are naturally one of the most nutritionally well balanced of foods. They are low in fat, calories and cholesterol in addition to being high in protein, iron, omega 3 fatty acids, calcium, zinc and vitamin C. serving of oysters contains more Zinc than any other food per serving (76.7mg in 6 medium oysters!). This is more than 100% of the suggested daily amount of 8-11mg. Zinc helps maintain a healthy immune system which is needed for fighting illness and healing wounds. It also helps maintain your sense of taste and smell." ]

[ "The idea of not eating oysters during months without an 'R' comes from the fact that the summer months are the prime breeding time for red tides, or large blooms of algae that grow along the coast and have the tendency to spread toxins that can be absorbed by shellfish, including oysters.", "Should You Really Not Eat Oysters in Months Without an 'R'? You've probably heard the food-world adage about how we shouldn’t consume oysters during months that don’t contain the letter 'R.' But does 'R' really stand for risk?", "However, molluscan shellfish (oysters, clams, mussels) are often consumed raw or partially cooked. Illnesses sometimes occur from eating shellfish, and although most illnesses are typically not life threatening, instances of serious illnesses and deaths have been reported (see Introduction to Vibrio vulnificus).", "Several fallacies about raw oysters include: 1 Raw oysters are safe to eat if you avoid them during months that don't have an R (May, June, July, August). 2 Eating raw oysters with hot sauce and/or alcoholic beverages will kill harmful bacteria. 3 Unsafe oysters can be detected by smell and/or appearance.", "Why Summer is in Question. Eating oysters or any other shellfish and mollusks that have hit a warm, but not cooked temperature can be toxic to your system. A warm oyster may be more likely to carry a foodborne pathogen. Summer months are also the time that oysters spawn. A spawning oyster doesn't make for good eating because its plump, briny body becomes thin and milky. Oysters are weaker when they spawn and are more susceptible to disease. The water in which the oysters reside are also less optimal during the summer months.", "High-risk patients should not eat raw oysters, regardless of their market form (live in shell, on the half-shell, or shucked). Raw oysters are safe to eat if you avoid them during months that don't have an R (May, June, July, August). Eating raw oysters with hot sauce and/or alcoholic beverages will kill harmful bacteria. Unsafe oysters can be detected by smell and/or appearance.", "State and federal officials say that Mississippi oysters are safe to eat. (CNN) -- Federal and state experts have declared Mississippi oysters safe to eat after the oil spill that gushed for months in the Gulf of Mexico. The state's oyster season is closed during the summer and reopens in September or October.", "[Photo: J. Kenji Lopez-Alt] Raw, fried, baked, stuffed or made into a sandwich, oysters are always satisfying. The bivalves are available all year, but they're best eaten in the colder months from September to April. While a long-standing myth says oysters should not be eaten during months that do not contain an R (May through August), oysters generally are thin in the summer because they devote their energy to reproducing.", "Wednesday 7 September 2011 15.00 EDT First published on Wednesday 7 September 2011 15.00 EDT. The R in September means one thing to gourmands: the start of the native oyster season. But oysters are no longer the preserve of tweedy gentlemen and flashy champagne bars. British chefs such as Mark Hix, Richard Corrigan and Ed Baines are now making them a star feature on their menus, listing oysters from different regions.", "Oyster eating is a year-round affair thanks to modern day food preservation. It's been codified since 1599 that you should only eat oysters in months that have an r in their name. This leaves out the months of May through August -- some of the hottest months of the year in oyster-rich regions." ]

[ "Clams, oysters, and mussels are in the shellfish family, under the subheadings of mollusks and bivalves. Mollusks include abalone and scallops as well as clams, oysters, and mussels. Bivalves are any creature with a soft body that lives between two hinged shells.", "Place clams, mussels and oysters in a bowl covered with a wet clean towel. Put a few ice cubes on the towel so that it stays damp and keep the bowl in the coldest part of the refrigerator, which is usually on the bottom, in the back. Drain off any water that accumulates in the bowl. Use within a day or two.", "Pry shells open with a push, a twist, and a little muscle. Shellfish open most easily when they’re cold. Keep clams and oysters refrigerated until you’re ready to shuck, and begin by scrubbing the shells clean under cold running water. Discard any that aren’t tightly closed.", "Place clams, mussels and oysters in a bowl covered with a wet clean towel. Put a few ice cubes on the towel so that it stays damp and keep the bowl in the coldest part of the refrigerator, which is usually on the bottom, in the back.", "Clams are easier to open than oysters. Their shells allow you to slide a knife between them without having to twist or pry your way in. Oysters, on the other hand, can be quite tenacious. They’re best opened by boring the tip of the oyster knife between the shells, near the hinge at the pointed end.", "But many prefer the flesh of clams to oysters owing to the taste. There are differences in the shell textures of oysters and clams. The shell of a clam is smooth and shiny while an oyster has a rough outer shell. Both the organisms take in water through the shells but the filtering procedure is different.", "Firmly hold down the oyster with a gloved hand. Step 2: Insert the oyster knife in the hinge of the oyster (Figure 1). Step 2: Rotate the knife until the pressure pops the hinge (Figure 2). Step 3: Move the knife around the upper edge of the right valve until the adductor muscle is felt — sever it.", "Other mollusks you may know are snails, squids and octopuses. Oysters, clams, mussels, and scallops are all commonly farmed or harvested for food and they all also have the ability to produce a pearl, although the types of pearls they can produce are all very different.", "Nothing quite matches the sweet, intense,and slightly charred taste of shellfish when it's cooked on the grill. Serve these simple grilled mussels, clams, and oysters with Bloody Mary Cocktail Sauce, Old Bay Dipping Sauce, or Orange-Saffron Aioli.", "Oysters, on the other hand, can be quite tenacious. They’re best opened by boring the tip of the oyster knife between the shells, near the hinge at the pointed end. Twist and push the knife with a fair amount of force until the shell pops open." ]

[ "Hazardous Ozone-Generating Air Purifiers. This page last reviewed March 9, 2015. Not all air-cleaning devices are appropriate for home use — some can be harmful to human health. The ARB recommends that ozone generators, which are air cleaners that intentionally produce ozone, not be used in the home.Ozone is a gas that can cause health problems, including respiratory tract irritation and breathing difficulty (Ozone and Health).he ARB recommends that ozone generators, which are air cleaners that intentionally produce ozone, not be used in the home. Ozone is a gas that can cause health problems, including respiratory tract irritation and breathing difficulty (Ozone and Health).", "Indoor air purifiers are devices made to clean the air of common indoor and outdoor pollutants such as ozone, mold, pollen, dust and pet dander.The HEPA air purifier is considered the best on the market and is 99.97 percent effective according to Happy Living.ndoor air purifiers are devices made to clean the air of common indoor and outdoor pollutants such as ozone, mold, pollen, dust and pet dander.", "Save. Indoor air purifiers are devices made to clean the air of common indoor and outdoor pollutants such as ozone, mold, pollen, dust and pet dander. The HEPA air purifier is considered the best on the market and is 99.97 percent effective according to Happy Living.ndoor air purifiers are devices made to clean the air of common indoor and outdoor pollutants such as ozone, mold, pollen, dust and pet dander.", "Ozone, or O 3, is a gas containing three oxygen atoms. Ozone is an unstable chemical that is highly reactive with other gases in the air.Ozone at ground level is unhealthy and is a component of smog.zone, or O 3, is a gas containing three oxygen atoms. Ozone is an unstable chemical that is highly reactive with other gases in the air.", "Best air purifier. Blueair 503. Ozone in large amounts can neutralize strong odors (such as the smoke odor from fire damage), but according to the. using an ozone air purifier can be dangerous for human health because ozone can cause lung damage, worsen asthma and cause other lung problems.Relatively low amounts of ozone can cause chest pain, coughing, shortness of breath and throat irritation, according to the EPA.est air purifier. Blueair 503. Ozone in large amounts can neutralize strong odors (such as the smoke odor from fire damage), but according to the. using an ozone air purifier can be dangerous for human health because ozone can cause lung damage, worsen asthma and cause other lung problems.", "This beneficial ozone layer should not be confused with the harmful ozone that occurs at ground level. Some devices that are advertised as “air purifiers” or air cleaners purposely emit large amounts of ozone, the main component of smog!ome indoor “air purifiers” or air cleaners emit ozone, a major component of outdoor smog, either intentionally or as a by-product of their design. Those that intentionally emit ozone are often called “ozone generators,” and are the focus of this fact sheet.", "Inhaling ozone, even in small amounts, can irritate the lungs. Specific effects may include throat irritation, coughing, chest pain and shortness of breath, as well as an increased risk of respiratory infections. Some ozone air purifiers are made with an ion generator or ionizer in the same unit.You can also buy ionizers as separate units. Ionizers do remove particles from the air, causing them to attach to nearby surfaces or to each other and settle out of the air — but they may generate unwanted ozone.ome ozone air purifiers are made with an ion generator or ionizer in the same unit. You can also buy ionizers as separate units. Ionizers do remove particles from the air, causing them to attach to nearby surfaces or to each other and settle out of the air — but they may generate unwanted ozone.", "Air Purifiers are not Medical Devices. Yes, ozone may be useful as an alternative medical therapy. Ozone defenders may be correct in believing that the government is protecting the pharmaceutical monopoly in persecuting ozone. But we are talking air purifiers here, not medical uses.lthough it is the TiO2 catalyst that is new, the core of a PCO air purifier is the high-intensity ultraviolet source, with wavelengths below 385nm, including the germicidal frequency (254 nm). Hydroxyl radicals are powerful oxidizers, good substitutes for ozone, and do not persist.", "Some indoor “air purifiers” or air cleaners emit ozone, a major component of outdoor smog, either intentionally or as a by-product of their design. Those that intentionally emit ozone are often called “ozone generators,” and are the focus of this fact sheet.ome indoor “air purifiers” or air cleaners emit ozone, a major component of outdoor smog, either intentionally or as a by-product of their design. Those that intentionally emit ozone are often called “ozone generators,” and are the focus of this fact sheet.", "Some indoor “air purifiers” emit ozone, a major component of outdoor smog, either intentionally or as a by-product of their design. Those that intentionally emit ozone are often called “ozone generators,” and are the focus of this fact sheet.ome indoor “air purifiers” emit ozone, a major component of outdoor smog, either intentionally or as a by-product of their design. Those that intentionally emit ozone are often called “ozone generators,” and are the focus of this fact sheet." ]

[ "Ozone, or O 3, is a gas containing three oxygen atoms. Ozone is an unstable chemical that is highly reactive with other gases in the air. Ozone at ground level is unhealthy and is a component of smog.", "Breathing ozone for a short period of time may worsen symptoms in people with heart disease. Ozone can react with other chemicals in the air to produce additional chemicals and fine particles that can also be irritating to the eyes, nose, throat and lungs.", "Ground level ozone is a major component of smog. Ozone found high up in the atmosphere, called stratospheric ozone, protects us by shielding us from harmful ultraviolet (UV) light. This “high in the sky” ozone and its beneficial effects should not be confused with the harmful “low to the ground” ozone, or smog.", "Some indoor “air purifiers” emit ozone, a major component of outdoor smog, either intentionally or as a by-product of their design. Those that intentionally emit ozone are often called “ozone generators,” and are the focus of this fact sheet.", "Ozone found high up in the atmosphere, called stratospheric ozone, protects us by shielding us from harmful ultraviolet (UV) light. This high in the sky ozone and its beneficial effects should not be confused with the harmful effects of ground level and indoor ozone.", "Adults and children who breathe high levels of ozone for a short period of time (minutes or hours) can experience eye, nose and throat irritation, shortness of breath, chest pain and coughing. Breathing high levels of ozone can worsen asthma symptoms.", "View full size image. Actually, it's both, depending on what altitude you find it at …. Ninety percent of Earth's ozone is found in the stratosphere (the second layer of the Earth's atmosphere, just above the one in which we dwell, the troposphere). This ozone forms the ozone layer, which shields everything on the planet's surface from the sun's harmful ultraviolet rays. But when ozone forms at the surface (when pollution from cars reacts with UV rays), it is a pollutant itself, and can damage forests, crops and can irritate human lungs.", "3 Why is it safe to use ozone to purify water, but not air? Ozone can be used successfully to purify water in some applications. This is because very high levels of ozone can be used in water, and the reactions are taking place under water, where people are not generally exposed.", "What are some of the health effects from exposure to ozone? Ozone is very harmful to the lungs. Exposure to ozone can make breathing difficult, inflame the lungs and lining of the respiratory tract, lead to permanent lung damage, and make it harder for the body to fight respiratory diseases.", "There are a number of studies that have been performed to evaluate ozone output from air purifiers. In one study conducted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), researchers ran an ozone generator in a test home at its maximum setting." ]

[ "Magnetic resonance imaging. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is often used to image the pancreas because it doesn’t use X-rays (ionizing radiation). Instead, a series of powerful magnets and specialized detectors are used to create an accurate image of the pancreas and surrounding structures.", "Jaundice - Jaundice is a yellowing of the eyes and skin. It occurs in at least half of all people with pancreatic cancer and in all cases of ampullary cancer. Jaundice is caused by the buildup of bilirubin in the body. Bilirubin is a dark yellow -- brown substance that is made in the liver.", "Non-resectable pancreatic head tumor obstructing the common bile duct and pancreatic duct. Tumor surrounds the superior mesenteric vein at the junction with the splenic vein. Paraaortic and celiac lymphnodes and a small liver metastasis.", "In patients with a pancreatic head tumor, typically dilatation of the common bile duct and pancreatic duct (double duct sign) is seen, which is very suggestive for a mass in the pancreatic head, even in the absence of a visible mass.", "Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma makes up the vast majority (~90%) of all pancreatic neoplasms and remains a disease with very poor prognosis and high morbidity. On imaging, it usually presents as a hypodense mass on CT that is poorly marginated, which may encase vessels and the common biliary duct.", "By this time, the cancer may have also spread beyond the pancreas. Sometimes, the first sign of jaundice is darkening of the urine from bilirubin. As bilirubin levels in the blood increase, the urine becomes brown in color. If the bile duct is blocked, bile (and bilirubin) can't get through to the bowel.", "If the cause of a distal bile duct obstruction is not revealed by US and there is a high suspicion for a pancreatic or periampullary tumor, the next diagnostic test is CT. ERCP (or MRCP) is only the next step when there is a high suspicion of bile duct stones.", "A number of technologies can be used to visualize pancreatic masses, but we would like to emphasize the four most common- computerized axial tomography (CAT) scanning, endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), positron emission tomography (PET), and magnetic resonance imagining (MRI). CT Scan (computerized axial tomography)", "They enhance poorly compared to adjacent normal pancreatic tissue and thus appear hypodense on arterial phase scans in 75-90% of cases, but may become isodense on delayed scans 1 (thus the need for multiple phase scanning when pancreatic cancer is the clinical question). Double duct sign may be seen.", "Still, having a blood clot does not usually mean that you have cancer. Most blood clots are caused by other things. Another clue that there may be pancreatic cancer is the development of uneven texture of the fatty tissue underneath the skin. This is caused by the release of the pancreatic enzymes that digest fat." ]

[ "Why panda’s are the worlds most useless animals. Chengdu is very famous for panda’s, basically the only remaining wild ones live close by and there is a big panda breeding center in the city.The government has thrown a lot of money into panda breeding the last few years and China and Chengdu are regarded as the place to go and see panda’s.So of course our first day in Chengdu, Me, Alice and Ross joined up on a trip with our hostel and headed out to see what all the fuss was about. A panda eats for 9 hours a day, then just sleeps, often getting too overweight. 2 It is unlikely that a panda will find a mate that it likes making breeding not very common. 3 They can’t protect themselves, only using their black and white fun as a deterrence.", "All through the brutally repressive years of the Cultural Revolution, Mao was lobbing pandas at Western zoos. Edward Heath, for example, brought Chia-Chia and Ching-Ching back to London following a trip to China in 1974, much as Neville Chamberlain brought a piece of paper back from Munich in 1938.ll through the brutally repressive years of the Cultural Revolution, Mao was lobbing pandas at Western zoos. Edward Heath, for example, brought Chia-Chia and Ching-Ching back to London following a trip to China in 1974, much as Neville Chamberlain brought a piece of paper back from Munich in 1938.", "Breeding pandas is prolonging the existence of a hopeless and wasteful species the world should've given up on long ago, writes Timothy Lavin in Bloomberg. After the death of a panda named Hsing-Hsing, in 2009, David Plotz of Slate wrote: Pandas are not ill-natured.They are worse: They are no-natured.he panda is the same way. Sure, bears are typically omnivores or carnivores, and the panda is a 99 percent bamboo-eater, but that doesn't make it a less worthy animal, because that kind of judgment is ridiculous.", "The name giant panda is sometimes used to distinguish it from the unrelated red panda. Though it belongs to the order Carnivora, the giant panda's diet is over 99% bamboo. Giant pandas in the wild will occasionally eat other grasses, wild tubers, or even meat in the form of birds, rodents or carrion.he giant panda is a highly specialized animal with unique adaptations, and has lived in bamboo forests for millions of years. The average giant panda eats as much as 9 to 14 kg (20 to 30 lb) of bamboo shoots a day to compensate for its low level of energy digestibility.", "Pandas are an endangered species. There are less than 1,600 in the wild, and climate change threatens their natural habitat. That's why conservationists are so keen on the production of baby pandas-not just for more cuteness in the world, but to help the survival of the species.t's the same for pandas, except there's more at stake. Hopes were high among conservationists that female panda Tian Tian (Sweetie) and male panda Yang Guang (Sunshine) would mate during breeding season at the Edinburgh Zoo in Scotland.", "It's sort of true, in that yes, the panda's diet is unusual for a bear, and yes, Canadians live in a curious place for a human, but the fact that pandas have survived on a bamboo diet for millions of years and the fact that Canadians are still living up there in the Arctic is the end of that argument.he panda is the same way. Sure, bears are typically omnivores or carnivores, and the panda is a 99 percent bamboo-eater, but that doesn't make it a less worthy animal, because that kind of judgment is ridiculous.", "Pandas are stupid! Everything the writer typed is true because pandas actually live the way he described!. ROBOkid and Hannah, If god has a use for pandas it’s to let them die off because of there uslessness. A panda eats for 9 hours a day, then just sleeps, often getting too overweight. 2 It is unlikely that a panda will find a mate that it likes making breeding not very common. 3 They can’t protect themselves, only using their black and white fun as a deterrence.", "Zoologists finally bored of saving ‘frankly useless’ Pandas. Zoologists today finally gave up trying to save the planet’s few remaining Giant Pandas, declaring the endeavour, “utterly pointless”.The Giant Panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) is native to Central and Southwestern China and has for many years been the most visible of the planet’s endangered species.oologists finally bored of saving ‘frankly useless’ Pandas. Zoologists today finally gave up trying to save the planet’s few remaining Giant Pandas, declaring the endeavour, “utterly pointless”.", "Pandas are lazy. Pandas imbibe so little energy from eating bamboo that it affects their behavior, to the point that they socialize comparatively little and literally avoid walking up or down hills. They mostly just sit around, listlessly, thinking about bamboo.. Pandas are constantly pooping. Pandas consume up to thirty pounds of bamboo shoots and leaves a day, with the logical result that they also poop on average forty times a day. Maybe instead of crapping themselves blind they should do something productive like grow bigger fangs, or set up mutual funds.", "Pandas are dying because we're killing them and killing their habitat, not because of some internal flaw. To argue that they're dying because evolution has just decided it's the panda's time to go away is absurd; this is our fault and nobody else's.he panda is the same way. Sure, bears are typically omnivores or carnivores, and the panda is a 99 percent bamboo-eater, but that doesn't make it a less worthy animal, because that kind of judgment is ridiculous." ]

[ "Report Abuse. Pansies, like most species of *Viola* are perennials. They don't live very long usually, but more than a year. That is if you give them the right conditions.They need good moist soil.Maybe sun, maybe shade. It depends on where you live.ansies are usually annuals...they like spring and fall like temeratures. Cool nights and warm days. Viola's are pansies and are the most hardiest. Most gardening folks will plant pansies in early spring which will provide color until early summer.", "Perennials. There are no true perennial pansies that return year after year and flower. If you have pansies that act like perennials, they're actually re-seeding annuals and biennials.Annual and biennial pansies can act like perennial pansies in consistently warm climates, such as those in zones 9 to 11.erennials. There are no true perennial pansies that return year after year and flower. If you have pansies that act like perennials, they're actually re-seeding annuals and biennials.", "Pansies are viola hybrids, officially known as Viola x wittrockiana, with a complex ancestry that includes several species. They're short-lived perennials but are used as annuals or biennials. Similar to pansies and offered in garden centers at the same time are Johnny jump-ups (Viola tricolor) and Viola 'Jackanapes'.Both of these have hardiness similar to pansies.ansies are viola hybrids, officially known as Viola x wittrockiana, with a complex ancestry that includes several species. They're short-lived perennials but are used as annuals or biennials. Similar to pansies and offered in garden centers at the same time are Johnny jump-ups (Viola tricolor) and Viola 'Jackanapes'.", "Also known as Winter Pansies, these are hardier than regular bedding pansies, tolerating more winter cold and summer heat. Plants form a low, bushy mound of bright green leaves, with loads of fragrant miniature pansy flowers from early spring to late fall, all winter in milder regions.lso known as Winter Pansies, these are hardier than regular bedding pansies, tolerating more winter cold and summer heat. Plants form a low, bushy mound of bright green leaves, with loads of fragrant miniature pansy flowers from early spring to late fall, all winter in milder regions.", "They are low growing plants of about 8 tall and make wonderful flowers for window boxes. Perennial pansies come in many color combinations, purple and yellow, purple and white, red and yellow, shades of blue-the list goes on and on.Chances are that you can find a pansy to go with any color scheme you have in your garden.Pansies are easy to grow from seed, but most people buy already started plants.hey are low growing plants of about 8 tall and make wonderful flowers for window boxes. Perennial pansies come in many color combinations, purple and yellow, purple and white, red and yellow, shades of blue-the list goes on and on.", "Perennial Pansies. In warmer climates, perennial pansies can be grown year long. These delicate flowers are actually quite hardy and freeze resistant. When grown during the winter in warmer climates, they will bloom from fall planting until warmer weather surface in spring.hey are low growing plants of about 8 tall and make wonderful flowers for window boxes. Perennial pansies come in many color combinations, purple and yellow, purple and white, red and yellow, shades of blue-the list goes on and on.", "The garden pansy flower is two to three inches in diameter and has two slightly overlapping upper petals, two side petals, and a single bottom petal with a slight beard emanating from the flower's center. These petals are usually white or yellow, purplish, or blue.odern horticulturalists tend to use the term pansy for those multi-coloured large-flowered hybrids that are grown for bedding purposes every year, while viola is usually reserved for smaller, more delicate annuals and perennials.", "VIOLA: Pansies and Violets. This well-known and much-loved genus includes over 500 species of annuals and perennials found in all the temperate regions of the world. Over 300 species are native to North America. Learn more about the native violet selection on our Northwest Natives Viola page.ommon Name: Violet, Pansy. Origin: They are found in the most temperate regions of the world from the mountains of New Zealand to the subarctic. The greatest concentrations of species are found in North America, the Andes and Japan. Culture: Perennial species are mostly very hardy and easily grown in shade.", "It is derived by hybridization from several species in the section Melanium (the pansies) of the genus Viola, particularly Viola tricolor, a wildflower of Europe and western Asia known as heartsease. Some of these hybrids are referred to as Viola × wittrockiana Gams ex Nauenb. & Buttler.odern horticulturalists tend to use the term pansy for those multi-coloured large-flowered hybrids that are grown for bedding purposes every year, while viola is usually reserved for smaller, more delicate annuals and perennials.", "Pansies are usually annuals...they like spring and fall like temeratures. Cool nights and warm days. Viola's are pansies and are the most hardiest. Most gardening folks will plant pansies in early spring which will provide color until early summer.ansies are usually annuals...they like spring and fall like temeratures. Cool nights and warm days. Viola's are pansies and are the most hardiest. Most gardening folks will plant pansies in early spring which will provide color until early summer." ]

[ "The New Black Panther Party is heading to Baton Rouge this weekend to protest the “pig department.”.", "Black Panther Seen in Louisiana. Posted by: Craig Woolheater on July 8th, 2013. A family 4th of July get together turned into a late night search for a possible black panther. Thursday night, at around 7:30, Karen Fory said her brother-in-law spotted a large black animal in the field behind her friend’s home located on Captain Cade Road.", "Tracks (below you will find drawings of tracks of cougars and other carnivore species that will help you to identify cougar's tracks). If possible, take a picture and/or make a cast of the track, and/or draw the track on a hard clear plastic with a permanent marker.", "for Bigfoot, Lake Monsters, Sea Serpents and More. Black Panther Seen in Louisiana. A family 4th of July get together turned into a late night search for a possible black panther. Thursday night, at around 7:30, Karen Fory said her brother-in-law spotted a large black animal in the field behind her friend’s home located on Captain Cade Road.", "The Florida panther (Puma concolor coryi) is considered of historical occurrence in Louisiana. The historic range included eastern Texas or western Louisiana and the east lower Mississippi River Valley through the southeastern states (Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and parts of Tennessee and South Carolina).", "Habitat & Range. Panthers historically ranged across the southeastern United States including Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, and parts of Tennessee and South Carolina. Now, the breeding population of Florida panthers is found only in the southern tip of Florida, south of the Caloosahatchee River.", "L.D.W.F. Verifies Cougar Sighting in Vernon Parish. Aug. 29, 2011-- The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) has received photographic evidence of the presence of a cougar in Vernon Parish. A private citizen sent LDWF a trail camera picture taken Aug. 13, 2011.", "It is one of 32 Puma concolor subspecies known by many names – puma, cougar, mountain lion, painter, catamount and panther. © U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Florida panthers once prowled and flourished in woodlands and swamps throughout the Southeast.", "On closer inspection, Davis thinks the image is that of a black panther. With residents reporting near daily sightings, you'd think we were under attack. Truth is, the myth of the black panther in Louisiana - and throughout the United States - has a long phantom existence, according to physiologists and biologists.", "John Binder at The Hayride reported: The ‘New Black Panther Party,’ a militant racial group, announced that they will be arriving in Baton Rouge to protest outside of the Baton Rouge Police Department after Alton Sterling was shot during an altercation with a local officer, calling the headquarters the “pig department.”." ]

[ "Before you get birth control pills, your doctor may want you to have a pelvic exam with a Pap test. Your doctor should get a complete medical history before giving you a prescription for birth control pills. But you usually don’t need a Pap test and pelvic exam, especially if you are a teen.", "A Pap smear done during pregnancy will be the same as any other; it involves your doctor using a thin brush or tiny spatula to collect a sampling of cells from your cervix, which are then sent to a lab for evaluation.", "The purpose of a Pap smear is to collect cells from your cervix, which is the lower end of your uterus. The cells collected in a Pap smear can detect if you have cervical cancer or suspicious cells that indicate you may develop cervical cancer. In most cases, cervical cancer is caused by a sexually transmitted infection called human papillomavirus (HPV).", "A: For the same reasons you've probably had Pap smears before getting pregnant, it's important to continue getting them once you're expecting. The test looks for changes to cells in the cervix (the lower end of your uterus) that could lead to cervical cancer if left untreated.", "Shares 14. A Pap smear is a test used to look for changes in the cells of the cervix which indicate cervical cancer or conditions that may develop into cancer. Pap smears do not diagnose cancer, but they detect 95% of cervical cancers at a stage when they cannot be seen with the naked eye.", "You should have pelvic exams and Pap tests based on your age and health history (see the Advice from Consumer Reports). But you don’t need them just to get a prescription for birth control pills. Before you get birth control pills, your doctor should always do a basic medical exam and: Check your blood pressure.", "However, there are other risk factors for developing cervical cancer, such as family history and smoking, so talk to your doctor if you have concerns. For effective cervical cancer screening, many organizations recommend an initial Pap smear at age 21. Discuss when to begin cervical cancer screening with your doctor.", "Pap Smear. A Pap smear is a test used to look for changes in the cells of the cervix which indicate cervical cancer or conditions that may develop into cancer. Pap smears do not diagnose cancer, but they detect 95% of cervical cancers at a stage when they cannot be seen with the naked eye.", "Pap results are usually available within one to two weeks depending on the lab your doctor uses. If abnormal cells are found, your doctor will do a thorough exam of your cervix and may repeat the test in a few weeks. For most women, abnormal cells are no cause for alarm.", "2 doctors agreed: No, but: You do not have to get a pap smear in order to get birth control. However it appropriate for a women age 21 to 65 to have pap smears every three years as long as they are normal. After a hysterectomy and/or after age 65 a women with a history of normal paps does not ever need another pap." ]

[ "A papilloma (plural papillomas or papillomata) (papillo- + -oma) is a benign epithelial tumor growing exophytically (outwardly projecting) in nipple-like and often finger-like fronds. In this context papilla refers to the projection created by the tumor, not a tumor on an already existing papilla (such as the nipple).", "Cysts do not increase the risk of breast cancer [39]. Diagnosis Most cysts are too small to feel. Some, however, are large and may feel like lumps in the breast and may cause breast pain [39]. Cysts are diagnosed with breast ultrasound and/or a fine needle aspiration (fine needle biopsy) [39].", "Papillary breast cancer is a very rare type of invasive ductal breast cancer that accounts for fewer than 1% of all breast cancers. The name comes from finger-like projections, or papules, which are seen when the cells are looked at under the microscope. Many papillary tumors are benign. These are called papillomas. Even when a biopsy is negative for cancer, the pathologist often needs to look at the whole tumor under the microscope to be sure about the diagnosis. This is why surgery to remove a papilloma is usually recommended, even if it is thought to be benign.", "Human papillomavirus infection is a major cause of cervical cancer, although most HPV infections do not cause cancer. There are, however, a number of other conditions that cause papilloma, as well as many cases in which there is no known cause.", "They can occur in both women and men. There are many types of benign breast conditions. Your health care provider may use the term fibrocystic change to describe a range of benign breast conditions. Some benign breast conditions can cause discomfort or pain and need treatment. Others don’t need treatment.", "Inverted papillomas are noncancerous tumors that form in the posterior aspect of the nasal cavities. As they grow, they can sometimes extend into the paranasal sinuses or orbits. Occasionally, inverted papillomas can undergo a malignant transformation into an aggressive form of cancer called squamous cell carcinoma.", "Cervical cancer: Virtually all cases of cervical cancer are caused by HPV, and just two HPV types, 16 and 18, are responsible for about 70% of all cases (7, 8). Anal cancer: About 95% of anal cancers are caused by HPV. Most of these are caused by HPV type 16. Oropharyngeal cancers (cancers of the middle part of the throat, including the soft palate, the base of the tongue, and the tonsils): About 70% of oropharyngeal cancers are caused by HPV.", "Patients with multiple papillomas do have an increased risk of developing cancer and should be kept under annual review with regular mammography (preferably digital mammography) if treated conservatively. Magnetic resonance (MR) can be also used in surveillance in view of its high sensitivity.", "Treatment Options. Inverted papillomas are resected by an otolaryngologist through a minimally invasive approach called Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS). More advanced tumors can require a combined approach between neurosurgery and otolaryngology called the Expanded Endonasal Approach (EEA).", "Breast papillomas are a variety of lesions in the breast that are characterized by a papillary configuration on gross or microscopic examination (or both). Papillomas consist of a few broad fronds, abundant stroma, and an epithelium containing both luminal and myoepithelial cells [1]." ]

[ "While no dog is 100% hypoallergenic, there are a variety of breeds that do well with allergy sufferers. These dogs have a predictable, non-shedding coat which produces less dander. Dander, which is attached to pet hair, is what causes most pet allergies in humans.", "Hypoallergenic. No. Overview. Papillon dog is a kind of precious elegant companion dog, and toy dogs, its size is small, but very strong adaptability. Because of its appearance is very beautiful, little and dainty, particularly nature beautiful ladies love.", "No.37 (2012) No.38 (2011). Adaptability. Hypoallergenic. No. Overview. Papillon dog is a kind of precious elegant companion dog, and toy dogs, its size is small, but very strong adaptability. Because of its appearance is very beautiful, little and dainty, particularly nature beautiful ladies love.", "The Papillon shares top billing with the Toy Poodle as the brightest and most trainable of the toy breeds. Indeed, the spirited, athletic Papillon is commonly chosen by obedience or agility exhibitors who want a top-notch competition dog in a very small package.", "While no dog is 100% hypoallergenic, there are a variety of breeds that do well with allergy sufferers. These dogs have a predictable, non-shedding coat which produces less dander.", "Papillon dog is a kind of precious elegant companion dog, and toy dogs, its size is small, but very strong adaptability. Because of its appearance is very beautiful, little and dainty, particularly nature beautiful ladies love.", "No dog is 100% non-allergenic, but some dogs are basically low-allergy.. Though they shed little to no hair and less dander than typical dogs, all dogs will shed some dander-even hairless dogs. Generally, dogs without hair or with continuously growing hair tend to be the most hypoallergenic dogs.", "Please note that some people are actually allergic to dog saliva. Unfortunately, there are no specific breeds with hypoallergenic saliva. People with very severe allergies may still not be able to tolerate hypoallergenic dogs. If you are allergic but love dogs, consider some of these hypoallergenic dog breeds.", "Unfortunately, there are no specific breeds with hypoallergenic saliva. People with very severe allergies may still not be able to tolerate hypoallergenic dogs. If you are allergic but love dogs, consider some of these hypoallergenic dog breeds.", "According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, as much as 10% of the population in the U.S. is allergic to dogs. While no dog is 100% hypoallergenic, there are a variety of breeds that do well with allergy sufferers." ]

[ "Parabens are the most commonly used preservative in personal care products. They are widely used in everything from shampoo to personal lubricants. Actually, parabens are hiding in over 13,000 products! A surprising piece of information is that parabens are added to food products and prescription drugs.The sobering fact is that most of us are exposed to numerous parabens on a daily basis.Parabens and Cancer-the Estrogen Connection. Suspicions concerning parabens and cancer first appeared back in 1998. At that time, studies began to expose the estrogen-like property of parabens.he sobering fact is that most of us are exposed to numerous parabens on a daily basis. Parabens and Cancer-the Estrogen Connection. Suspicions concerning parabens and cancer first appeared back in 1998. At that time, studies began to expose the estrogen-like property of parabens.", "Parabens are a class of widely used preservatives in cosmetic and pharmaceutical products. Chemically, they are a series of parahydroxybenzoates or esters of parahydroxybenzoic acid (also known as 4-hydroxybenzoic acid). Parabens are effective preservatives in many types of formulas.heir efficacy as preservatives, in combination with their low cost, the long history of their use, and the inefficacy of some natural alternatives like grapefruit seed extract (GSE), probably explains why parabens are so commonplace. No effective direct links between parabens and cancer have been established.", "HRT studies established a connection between estrogen and breast cancer. Note: the estrogen activity in parabens is weak compared to HRT. Next, consider the fact that parabens are used in the majority of personal care products.Just look in your own bathroom cupboard. Even many so called natural skin care products use these preservatives.he sobering fact is that most of us are exposed to numerous parabens on a daily basis. Parabens and Cancer-the Estrogen Connection. Suspicions concerning parabens and cancer first appeared back in 1998. At that time, studies began to expose the estrogen-like property of parabens.", "As preservatives, parabens are common to most cosmetic products. There has been mounting evidence that parabens are carcinogenic and estrogenic with continued use. Parabens are estrogen mimickers that are easily absorbed into the skin.s preservatives, parabens are common to most cosmetic products. There has been mounting evidence that parabens are carcinogenic and estrogenic with continued use. Parabens are estrogen mimickers that are easily absorbed into the skin.", "Parabens are preservatives and they are incredibly ubiquitous; you will find them in cosmetics and all manner of hair care products. They are esters of para-hydroxybenzoic acid and common parabens include: methylparaben (which can occur naturally in blueberries), propylparaben, butylparaben.Less common are isobutylparaben, isopropylparaben and benzylparaben. The fuss started when a 2004 study linked parabens in deodorant to breast cancer.arabens are preservatives and they are incredibly ubiquitous; you will find them in cosmetics and all manner of hair care products. They are esters of para-hydroxybenzoic acid and common parabens include: methylparaben (which can occur naturally in blueberries), propylparaben, butylparaben.", "Parabens are esters of para-hydroxybenzoic acid, from which the name is derived. Common parabens include methylparaben (E number E218), ethylparaben (E214), propylparaben (E216), butylparaben and heptylparaben (E209). Less common parabens include isobutylparaben, isopropylparaben, benzylparaben and their sodium salts.heir efficacy as preservatives, in combination with their low cost, the long history of their use, and the inefficacy of some natural alternatives like grapefruit seed extract (GSE), probably explains why parabens are so commonplace. No effective direct links between parabens and cancer have been established.", "Introduction. Many people worry that substances or exposures in their environment may cause cancer. As part of the American Cancer Society's role in informing and educating people about cancer and its possible causes, this document provides lists of substances and exposures that are known or suspected to cause cancer.ubstances and exposures that can lead to cancer are called carcinogens. Some carcinogens do not affect DNA directly, but lead to cancer in other ways. For example, they may cause cells to divide at a faster than normal rate, which could increase the chances that DNA changes will occur.", "1 Parabens are chemicals that have been shown to have estrogen-like properties, and estrogen is one of the hormones involved in the development of breast cancer. 2 Anything you ingest, inhale, or spread on your skin can be absorbed into your body and potentially cause damage over time.eodorants and antiperspirants are some of the primary sources of parabens, but the fact that even those who reportedly never used them still had parabens in their breast tissue clearly demonstrates that these chemicals, regardless of what products they're added to, can, and apparently will, accumulate in breast tissue.", "This isn't the first study to associate chemicals in personal care products with health problems. Here are a few more examples: 1 Parabens are used extensively as preservatives in moisturizer, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, shave gel, and facial cleanser.2 Phthalates are used in nail polish, perfume, deodorant, and hairspray. 3 Sulfates are used as foaming agents in shampoo, body wash, and facial cleanser.ere are a few more examples: 1 Parabens are used extensively as preservatives in moisturizer, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, shave gel, and facial cleanser. 2 Phthalates are used in nail polish, perfume, deodorant, and hairspray. 3 Sulfates are used as foaming agents in shampoo, body wash, and facial cleanser.", "The debate goes on. Well, here is the facts. Parabens are either OK or they are not. Well, I choose to err on the side of caution, and fine companies offering Paraben free skin care and other personal care products. There are out there, and readily available.So, why not, be safe.o put it simply, parabens are preservatives used in a variety of cosmetic and personal-care products to help them last longer. They go by many different names, including butyl, isobutyl, isoprobyl, methyl, and propyl parabens." ]

[ "In March 2012 The Cosmetics Ingredient Review (CIR) reaffirmed that parabens — common preservatives used in cosmetics and personal care products — are safe. Parabens have a long history of use in cosmetic products and their safety is well documented and continually evaluated.hile several non-governmental organizations, such as Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, allege paraben usage in the cosmetic field to its link to cancer. In December 2005, after considering the margins of safety for exposure to women and infants, the panel agreed that parabens are safe to use in cosmetics.", "The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) reviewed the safety of methylparaben, propylparaben, and butylparaben in 1984 and concluded they were safe for use in cosmetic products at levels up to 25%. Typically parabens are used at levels ranging from 0.01 to 0.3%.DA has received a number of inquiries on the safety of parabens, which are commonly used as preservatives in cosmetics. Here are answers to questions consumers often ask about these ingredients.", "The Cosmetics Ingredient Review (CIR) reviewed the safety of methylparaben, propylparaben, and butylparaben and concluded they were safe for use in cosmetic products at levels up to 25% (they are used at levels from 0.01 to 0.1%).hile several non-governmental organizations, such as Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, allege paraben usage in the cosmetic field to its link to cancer. In December 2005, after considering the margins of safety for exposure to women and infants, the panel agreed that parabens are safe to use in cosmetics.", "Parabens have been widely used in products to prevent bacteria growth since the 1950s. “About 85 percent of cosmetics have them,” says Arthur Rich, Ph.D., a cosmetic chemist in Chestnut Ridge, New York.“They’re inexpensive and effective.” New York City dermatologist Fran E. Cook-Bolden explains, “Parabens have a long history of safe use, and that’s why they’re commonplace.arabens have been widely used in products to prevent bacteria growth since the 1950s. “About 85 percent of cosmetics have them,” says Arthur Rich, Ph.D., a cosmetic chemist in Chestnut Ridge, New York.", "Parabens are among the most commonly used preservatives in cosmetic products. Chemically, parabens are esters of p-hydroxybenzoic acid. The most common parabens used in cosmetic products are methylparaben, propylparaben, and butylparaben.Typically, more than one paraben is used in a product, and they are often used in combination with other types of preservatives to provide preservation against a broad range of microorganisms.DA has received a number of inquiries on the safety of parabens, which are commonly used as preservatives in cosmetics. Here are answers to questions consumers often ask about these ingredients.", "Environmental Health Perspectives, vol. 114, pp 1843-1846, 2006. Parabens are preservatives used in a wide variety of personal care products and foods to prevent the growth of microbes. These endocrine-disrupting chemicals can be absorbed through skin, blood and the digestive system. [1].FOUND IN: Shampoos, conditioners, lotions, facial and shower cleansers and scrubs.ethylparaben and propylparaben are the most common of these. Parabens are most common in personal care products that contain significant amounts of water such as shampoos, conditioners, lotions and facial and shower cleansers and scrubs because they discourage the growth of microbes.", "The mainstream cosmetic industry believes that parabens, like most cosmetic ingredients, are safe based on their long-term use, safety record and recent scientific studies. While several non-governmental organizations, such as Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, allege paraben usage in the cosmetic field to its link to cancer.In December 2005, after considering the margins of safety for exposure to women and infants, the panel agreed that parabens are safe to use in cosmetics.hile several non-governmental organizations, such as Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, allege paraben usage in the cosmetic field to its link to cancer. In December 2005, after considering the margins of safety for exposure to women and infants, the panel agreed that parabens are safe to use in cosmetics.", "The main parabens used as preservatives in cosmetics come in two forms: short chain (methyl-and ethyl paraben) and long chain (propyl-and butyl paraben). There is also some limited use of isobutyl-and isopropyl parabens, also known as branched chain parabens.von Products, Inc. and Consumer Safety: Parabens. Click here for a pdf of this statement. For 125 years, Avon has led the way in beauty product research and development, with an impressive track record for safety – the longest in the industry. No ingredient is added to an Avon product unless it is safe.", "1 The FDA found that parabens are safe for use in cosmetics, and it also says that, based on the weight of all the current scientific evidence, there is no reason for consumers to be concerned about the use of products containing parabens. The FDA found that parabens are safe for use in cosmetics, and it also says that, based on the weight of all the current scientific evidence, there is no reason for consumers to be concerned about the use of products containing parabens.", "Parabens are preservatives that prevent the growth of potentially harmful bacteria that could live in some cosmetics products. Safety questions about the use of parabens in cosmetics center around parabens' potential to act like estrogen, a hormone that can be associated with the development of breast cancer.arabens are preservatives that prevent the growth of potentially harmful bacteria that could live in some cosmetics products. Safety questions about the use of parabens in cosmetics center around parabens' potential to act like estrogen, a hormone that can be associated with the development of breast cancer." ]

[ "Rectangles, rhombuses, and squares are all parallelograms. As shown in the picture on the right, because triangles ABE and CDE are congruent (have the same shape and size), In all Parallelogram's opposite angles are equal to each other. Angles which are not opposite in the Parallelogram will add up to 180 degrees.", "A parallelogram is a polygon with four sides (a quadrilateral). It has two pairs of parallel sides (sides which never meet) and four edges. The opposite sides of a parallelogram have the same length (they are equally long). The word parallelogram comes from the Greek word parallelogrammon (bounded by parallel lines).", "Conjecture (Parallelogram Conjecture I): Opposite angles in a parallelogram are congruent. Conjecture (Parallelogram Conjecture II): Adjacent angles in a parallelogram are supplementary. Conjecture (Parallelogram Conjecture III): Opposite sides of a parallelogram are equal in length. Conjecture (Parallelogram Conjecture IV): The diagonals of a parallelogram are bisected by the point of their intersection.", "Other Quadrilaterals Irregular quadrilateralsNo specifications Kite Two pairs of adjacent sides are equal in length One pair of opposite angles (the ones that are between the sides of unequal length) are equal in size. One diagonal bisects the other. Diagonals intersect at right angles.", "1 One pair of opposite sides are parallel and equal in length. 2 Adjacent angles are supplementary. 3 Each diagonal divides the quadrilateral into two congruent triangles. 4 The sum of the squares of the sides equals the sum of the squares of the diagonals.", "Explanation: What can be said about the adjacent angles of a parallelogram. Again the parallel line conjectures and linear pairs conjecture can help us. The measures of the adjacent angles of a parallelogram add up to be 180 degrees, or they are supplementary.", "One special kind of polygons is called a parallelogram. It is a quadrilateral where both pairs of opposite sides are parallel. There are six important properties of parallelograms to know: 1 Opposite sides are congruent (AB = DC). 2 Opposite angels are congruent (D = B). 3 Consecutive angles are supplementary (A + D = 180°). 4 If one angle is right, then all angles are right. 5 The diagonals of a parallelogram bisect each other.", "Two pairs of. adjacent sides. are equal in length. One pair of. opposite angles. (the ones that are between the sides of unequal length) are equal in size. One diagonal. bisects. the other. Diagonals intersect at right angles.", "Pairs – Answer #1. A quadrilateral has four sides of equal length and the diagonals are not congruent. Each side is 5 cm in length and the distance between parallel sides is 7 cm. Determine what type of quadrilateral this is and use the corresponding formula to find the area. A. 12 cm². B. 35 cm². C. 25 cm². D. 20 cm².", "1 Two pairs of adjacent sides of a kite are equal in length. 2 One pair of opposite angles (the ones that are between the sides of unequal length) are equal in size. 3 One diagonal bisects the other. 4 Diagonals intersect at right angles." ]

[ "The following bulleted statements review the use of other punctuation, such as periods, question marks, exclamation points, dashes, parentheses, and brackets. 1 Use periods to end statements, commands, indirect questions, and polite requests. 2 Use periods to punctuate some abbreviations. See Chapter 16 for specifics.", "To give our sentences variety and complexity, we include much more than the basic information in every sentence. We include digressions and asides, commentary, parentheticals, and other interrupters. Our sentences are rich in meaning and full of a wide range of word groupings.", "Aside comments, explanations, dates and numbers. Parentheses are used in pairs. Informally, they enclose a comment that goes off the central idea of the sentence. Formally, they enclose explanations, dates and numbers.", "A dash is a long horizontal mark twice the length of a hyphen. On most typewriters and computers dashes are represented by typing two hyphens. Dashes are emphatic. They are nearly like emphatic parentheses. To be effective, dashes, like exclamation points, should not be overused. Dashes indicate an abrupt change of thought. Sometimes they set off a clause or phrase for emphasis or dramatic effect.", "English novelist and essayist D.H. Lawrence believed that the parentheses are by far the most important part of a non-business letter (letter to Blanche May Rust Jennings, April 15, 1908).", "Punctuation Marks: Parentheses. Punctuation marks: parentheses. Parentheses are among the most useful and versatile punctuation marks in the English language. They can be used effectively in both formal and casual writing, and the rules surrounding parentheses allow writers to use them for a variety of purposes.", "Editors have their own reasons for discouraging the use (or at least the overuse) of parentheses. [T]hey are distracting and should be avoided when possible, says Rene Cappon in The Associated Press Guide to Punctuation (2003). Commas and dashes can also do the job of parentheses, often more effectively..", "Parenthetical Habits: On the use and overuse of parentheses and brackets. In 1680, an anonymous “well-wisher to the attainments of children” wrote A Treatise of Stops, Points, or Pauses. At only 19 pages, this punctuation guide is a slight affair. We’ve come a long way, no doubt.", "Writers have three choices of punctuation to set off sentence interrupters—commas, parentheses, and em dashes. When interrupters fall midsentence, always use a pair of punctuation marks to surround them. And be careful to not mix different punctuation marks.", "Parentheses (often overused) enclose explanations or clarification. Parentheses (a set of curved brackets) enclose explanations or clarification. A series (words, phrases, or expressions) can be set off from the sentence with parentheses." ]

[ "OMFLA requires covered employers to grant leave to employees who have worked an average of at least 20 hours per week, but the law does not specify a period of time for applying the average, nor does it require any particular length of service as do OFLA (180 days) and FMLA (12 months).", "An employee’s spouse, children (son or daughter), and parents are immediate family members for purposes of FMLA. The term parent does not include a parent in-law under the FMLA, but under the NJFLA, a parent-in-law is included under the category of immediate family member (see below).", "- Family and Medical Leave Act Advisor. The FMLA allows leave for an eligible employee when the employee is needed to care for certain qualifying family members (child, spouse or parent) with a serious health condition. (The definition of son or daughter includes individuals for whom the employee stood or is standing “in loco parentis”.", "Employees are eligible to take FMLA leave if they have worked for their employer for at least 12 months, have worked for at least 1,250 hours over the previous 12 months, and work at a location with at least 50 employees. The NJFLA requires 1,000 hours.", "The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Frequently Asked Questions. Working people have certain basic legal rights in the workplace, including the right to unpaid job-. protected leave. But this right, like others, is limited by the size of the employer, length of service and.", "Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) The Family and Medical Leave Act, abbreviated as FMLA, is a federal law which provides important job protections to parents who take time off from work to be with children receiving medical and psychiatric care or are recuperating from serious health concerns.", "To be eligible to use FMLA, the employee taking leave must: 1) have at least 12 months job seniority; 2) worked no less than 1,250 hours for the employer during the prior 12 months; 3) work for an employer having at least 50 employees within 75 miles of their jobsite or the location they report to; and.", "Reasons for Leave - Family Member's Serious Health Condition. The FMLA allows leave for an eligible employee when the employee is needed to care for certain qualifying family members (child, spouse or parent) with a serious health condition. (The definition of son or daughter includes individuals for whom the employee stood or is standing “in loco parentis”.", "The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a law that was passed by Congress in 1993 which. requires covered employers to provide eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-. protected leave per year: To care for a newborn or newly-adopted child;", "Both state and federal law require certain employers to provide family leave to their employees: the Oregon Family Leave Act (OFLA) and the Oregon Military Family Leave Act (OMFLA) and the federal Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA). back to top." ]

[ "Download the SFW Paris list here (PDF) Le March aux Puces de Vanves. So much more doable than the famous Puces de Clignacourt, this particular flea market is very good for jewelry, tchotckes, and fabric. I got a chandelier here at the end of a rainy day for a steal. Find it at:", "Paris is the capital of the country of France. It has long been one of western Europe’s major centers of culture and business. Some of the world’s greatest artists, writers, scholars, fashion designers, and chefs have lived in Paris. The city is also famous for its beauty. The Seine River flows through the city center.", "Only one other nation surpassed 70 million mark - the US, with 74.8 million, while plucky Britain trundled home in eighth place, with 32.6 million people heading to our shores – not that much more than a third of the total going to France.", "Paris Local Expert. The French make some of the cutest children’s clothes. It’s like buying doll clothes for babies. Tartine et Chocolat and also Bonpoint are two of the most famous and their shops near Place Vendome and in St.-Germain-des-Prés, respectively, have a selection from 0 to pre-teen.", "Clothing Shops That Keep You Looking Top-notch In Paris. The French make some of the cutest children’s clothes. It’s like buying doll clothes for babies. Tartine et Chocolat and also Bonpoint are two of the most famous and their shops near Place Vendome and in St.-Germain-des-Prés, respectively, have a selection from 0 to pre-teen. On the other hand, shopping for large sizes in Paris can be a challenge.", "Paris, city and capital of France, located in the north-central part of the country. People were living on the site of the present-day city, located along the Seine River some 233 miles (375 km) upstream from the river’s mouth on the English Channel (La Manche), by about 7600 bce.", "They’ll always have Paris. “Paris is always a good idea”, says Audrey Hepburn in the 1954 movie, Sabrina. As her character intimated, Paris has been the most romantic destination in the world in the popular imagination for time immemorial, a perception reinforced by films such as Amelie in more recent years.", "25 Top Tourist Attractions in Paris. As the capital city of France, Paris has endured as an important city for more than 2,000 years. Often called by nicknames like the “city of love” and “city of lights,” Paris is today one of the world’s leading centers for business, fashion, entertainment, art and culture.", "Also called the Capital of Fashion, Paris is home to some of the world’s finest designer names including Yves Saint-Laurent, Lancôme, L’Oréal and Christian Dior. The city’s shopping scene ranges from shopping centers to open-air markets, boutiques and flea markets. An overview of the top tourist attractions in Paris:", "This article is about the capital of France. For other uses, see Paris (disambiguation). Paris (French: [paʁi]) is the capital and most populous city of France. It has an area of 105 square kilometres (41 square miles) and a population of 2,229,621 in 2013 within its administrative limits." ]

[ "Members of the mustard family are cabbage, collards, brussels sprouts, kale, cauliflower, broccoli and kohlrabi. The legumes are all peas and beans. Parsley includes carrots, parsley, celery and parsnips. Nightshade vegetables include eggplant, peppers, potatoes and tomatoes.Grasses include rye, sweet corn and popcorn. Lily members are onions, leeks, shallots and chives.embers of the mustard family are cabbage, collards, brussels sprouts, kale, cauliflower, broccoli and kohlrabi. The legumes are all peas and beans. Parsley includes carrots, parsley, celery and parsnips. Nightshade vegetables include eggplant, peppers, potatoes and tomatoes.", "Some starchy vegetables include beans, beats, carrots, corn, green peas, parsnips, pumpkin, sweet potatoes, taro, white potatoes, winter squash, and yams. A balanced meal with these vegetables will not lead to an excess in starches.1 person found this useful. The most famous representatives of this group are tomatoes, eggplants, and potatoes. 2 The connection betwe…. 3 Nightshade Vegetables: Aggravating Arthritis Nightshade vegetables include many people's favorites, such as potatoes, tomatoes, hot peppers, and eggplant.", "Are Parsnips and Turnips Root Vegetables (and Nightshades) and should I be avoiding them if I have an ulcer? I'm making stew tomorrow and I've discovered that I can't handle potatoes.hey are both root vegetables and are not nightshades. They sound just right for a root vegetable stew (rutabagas too). They are both root vegetables and are not nightshades. They sound just right for a root vegetable stew (rutabagas too). Thanks!!! Loey. 0.", "Common foods in the nightshade include potatoes, tomatoes, bell peppers, hot peppers, eggplants, pimentos, huckleberries, tomatillos, paprika, ground cayenne pepper and hot sauce.You may find some common substitutes for the nightshade foods helpful.Sweet potatoes.repare sweet potato fries or chips instead of the traditional white potato versions, or serve sweet potatoes or yams mashed, whipped or roasted. Other root vegetables which may remind you of starchy white vegetables include winter squash, turnips, parsnips and rutabagas.", "Several of these plants are cultivated in the home garden and are known as nightshade vegetables. In fact, those that are edible happen to include some of the most commonly eaten vegetables today.Advertisement List of Nightshade Vegetables Here is a list of the most common (and maybe not so common) vegetables in the nightshade family.While these are perfectly safe to eat under ordinary circumstances, some people may be sensitive to these plants regardless, suffering allergic reactions.everal of these plants are cultivated in the home garden and are known as nightshade vegetables. In fact, those that are edible happen to include some of the most commonly eaten vegetables today.", "Parsnips are sweet, succulent underground taproots closely related to the carrot family of vegetables. They indeed have similar appearance and growth characteristics as other Apiaceae family members like carrots, parsley, celery, cumin, dill, etc.s in carrots and other members of apiaceae family vegetables, parsnip too contains many poly-acetylene anti-oxidants such as falcarinol, falcarindiol, panaxydiol, and methyl-falcarindiol.", "1 Nightshade Vegetables and Arthritis Nightshade vegetables are an interesting and unique group of plants. 2 The most famous representatives of this group are tomatoes, eggplants, and potatoes. The most famous representatives of this group are tomatoes, eggplants, and potatoes. 2 The connection betwe…. 3 Nightshade Vegetables: Aggravating Arthritis Nightshade vegetables include many people's favorites, such as potatoes, tomatoes, hot peppers, and eggplant.", "Do not eat the nightshade family vegetables: all tomatoes, white and red potatoes, eggplant and all peppers. This includes fresh red and green peppers, and hot peppers. The only exception is a little cayenne pepper is fine as a spice.oot vegetables deserve special mention and are too often ignored. Carrots, onions, turnips, parsnips, rutabaga, daikon (white radish), celery root, garlic, ginger root, red beets, golden beets, black, white and red radishes, burdock root and others are among them.", "The parsnip (Pastinaca sativa) is a root vegetable closely related to the carrot and parsley.It is a biennial plant usually grown as an annual. Its long tuberous root has cream-colored skin and flesh and can be left in the ground when mature as it becomes sweeter in flavor after winter frosts.he parsnip is native to Eurasia. It has been used as a vegetable since antiquity and was cultivated by the Romans, although there is some confusion in the literature of the time between parsnips and carrots.", "They are both root vegetables and are not nightshades. They sound just right for a root vegetable stew (rutabagas too). They are both root vegetables and are not nightshades. They sound just right for a root vegetable stew (rutabagas too).Thanks!!! Loey.0.hey are both root vegetables and are not nightshades. They sound just right for a root vegetable stew (rutabagas too). They are both root vegetables and are not nightshades. They sound just right for a root vegetable stew (rutabagas too). Thanks!!! Loey. 0." ]

[ "Special leave entitlement, through FMLA, allows employees, who are eligible, to take a maximum of 26 weeks of leave to take care of a family member who is a covered service member during a single 12-month period.", "Tags: FMLA and part time employees. This entry was posted on Monday, August 11th, 2014 at 11:04 am and is filed under Labor Laws. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. You can leave a response, or trackback from your own site.", "Employers who limit part-time employees to 20 hours a week, which is half of the standard 40-hour full-time week, thus render those employees ineligible for FMLA leave.", "Thus, the FMLA eligibility criteria are not based on full time or part time status but on the number of hours an employee works. A part time employee taking FMLA leave in a single block of time is entitled to 12 workweeks of leave regardless of the number of hours typically worked in the workweek.", "FMLA Basics. Employees are considered to be eligible for FMLA leave if they have worked a minimum of 1,250 hours for a covered employer. Employees, to be deemed eligible for FMLA leave, must also work for at least one year at a site where at least 50 employees of the same employer are working within 75 miles.", "Definition. The interpretation of hours worked might be key to determining a part-time employee's eligibility for FMLA leave. According to federal regulations, employers must count as time worked any hours during which an employee has to be on the employer's premises or otherwise on duty.", "The federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) entitles eligible employees to take up to 12 workweeks within a 12-month period of job protected, unpaid leave to care for newborns, newly adopted children and seriously ill family members, or to recover from their own serious illnesses.", "Part-time employees who do not qualify for FMLA leave might be eligible for a certain amount of paid sick leave in accordance with their employer's policy. However, federal laws do not require employers to provide sick leave.", "Save. The Family Medical and Leave Act is a federal law granting 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year to eligible employees. Eligibility depends in part on how many hours an employee has worked during the previous 12 months, meaning part-time employees might not be able to take FMLA time. Employers and employees should keep accurate records of employees' hours to verify FMLA eligibility.", "An FMLA eligible employee is one who: works for a covered employer; has worked for the employer for at least 12 months; has at least 1,250 hours of service for the employer during the 12 month period immediately preceding the leave; and works at a location where the employer has at least 50 employees within 75 miles." ]

[ "Electron has a negative charge. An atom is made up of nucleons and the electrons. Nucleons are present in the core and consists of protons which are positive and neutrons which are neutral. The electrons revolve around the nucleons and are negative in nature. It was in 1897 that J.J. Thomson performed his '' Cathode Ray Experiments.", "Neutrons — Neutrons are particles having a mass 1/4 that of an alpha particle and 2000 times that of a beta particle. The neutron has no electrical charge. Risks and benifits of radiation particles and rays. Alpha radiation consists of helium nuclei and is readily stopped by a sheet of paper.", "When an electron is lost, the balance shifts with an extra proton, giving the atom a positive charge. The reverse is true for negatively-charged atoms, which have gained an electron. When particle balance is disrupted, yielding either a positive or negative atom (or molecule), they are no longer called atoms.", "Everything in the world, whether natural or synthetic, is made up of tiny structures called atoms, which are made of protons, neutrons, and electrons. Protons have a positive charge, neutrons have no charge, and electrons have a negative charge. The balance of these particles determines the overall charge of an atom.", "Confidence votes 91. protons have a positive charge, electrons are negative, and neutrons don't have one. 19 people found this useful.", "Like mass and spin, charge is a fundamental property of matter. Protons and electrons are particles of matter. Therefore, strictly speaking, positive charge does not mean protons and negative charge does not mean electrons. It is more accurate to say that protons and electrons carry or exhibit charge.", "Most molecules are neutral overall, but large ones tend to have one or more discrete areas that exhibit a negative or positive charge. Clothes dryers make positively- and negatively- charged particles to stick togehther, creating static cling.", "Beta particles— A beta particle is emitted during the radioactive decay of some unstable atoms. Beta particles can have either a negative charge or a positive charge and they have the same very small mass (1/2000 the mass of a neutron) regardless of charge.", "Report Abuse. 1 Positively charged atoms (ions) are called cations. Negatively charged atoms (ions) are called anions. 2 atoms that have lost an electron or electrons are positvely charged ions or cations. atoms that have gained an electron or electrons are negatively charged ions or anions. 3 they are called charged particles. neutrons, electrons, and protons are called subatomic particles when they are put in a group. but yeah atoms with a positive or negative charge are called charged particles. BLiS · 8 years ago.", "By convention, a proton's charge is positive and an electron's charge is negative. This is purely arbitrary and has no physical basis. The amount of charge carried by one proton (symbolized by +e) is 1.6 x 10^-19 coulombs and the amount of charge carried by one electron (symbolized by -e) is -1.6 x 10^-19 coulombs." ]

[ "Partridge Plymouth Rock Chickens are a popular breed of dual-purpose chickens for small, backyard farms. With the exception of the Barred and White varieties, the Partridge Plymouth Rock is a relatively rare breed of chicken.", "The Partridge Plymouth Rock or Partridge Rock are a varity of Plymouth Rock, a breed from Massachusetts. They are friendly, intelligent, cold hardy, dual-purpose birds that lay brown eggs with the partridge colour pattern.", "Hatching February to August. Partridge Plymouth Rock Chickens are a popular breed of dual-purpose chickens for small, backyard farms. With the exception of the Barred and White varieties, the Partridge Plymouth Rock is a relatively rare breed of chicken.", "Started pullets are for people who don't have the time, equipment or ability to care for chicks, or who are just too anxious for some fresh backyard eggs to start with chicks. Partridge Plymouth Rocks or Partridge Rocks, as they're called, are a rare and beautiful dual-purpose bird.", "93 pages on this wiki. The Partridge Plymouth Rock or Partridge Rock are a varity of Plymouth Rock, a breed from Massachusetts. They are friendly, intelligent, cold hardy, dual-purpose birds that lay brown eggs with the partridge colour pattern.", "A Barred Plymouth Rock hen. Barred Plymouth Rocks, often sold as Barred Rocks, are one of the most popular of the dual purpose breeds for backyard flocks. White Rocks are crossed with White Cornish to produce the Rock/Cornish hybrid that makes up most of the roasting chickens found in supermarkets.", "Barred Plymouth Rocks, often sold as Barred Rocks, are one of the most popular of the dual purpose breeds for backyard flocks. White Rocks are crossed with White Cornish to produce the Rock/Cornish hybrid that makes up most of the roasting chickens found in supermarkets.", "The 'Rock' family to which the Partridge Rock belongs, is a good dual purpose bird. As the Partidge Rock is cold-hardy good brown egg layer it is a handsome addition to a backyard or small farm flock.", "Partridge Plymouth Rock Chickens are a popular breed of dual-purpose chickens for small, backyard farms.", "The Barred Rock is a single comb, clean legged variety that originated in the U.S. This is an ideal dual purpose bird. This is the original Plymouth Rock Breed. The White Rock, Buff Rock and Partridge Rock all come from the Barred Rock." ]

[ "Passive income is income from business activities in which you don't materially participate, including other rental activities.As always is the case in tax law, there are exceptions. Taxpayers whose modified adjusted gross income, or MAGI, is less than $100,000 can claim up to $25,000 in rental losses.", "If you used the rental property as a home during the year, any income, deductions, gain, or loss allocable to such use shall not be taken into account for purposes of the passive activity loss limitation. Instead, follow the rules explained in chapter 5, Personal Use of Dwelling Unit (Including Vacation Home).", "You cannot deduct passive losses if you do not have any net income from your property rental for the tax year. Passive losses cannot reduce your income from wages, but you can defer the losses to future tax years or deduct any losses carried forward when selling the rental house that generated the loss.", "For a discussion of activities that are not considered rental activities, see Rental Activities in Publication 925. Deductions or losses from passive activities are limited. You generally cannot offset income, other than passive income, with losses from passive activities. Nor can you offset taxes on income, other than passive income, with credits resulting from passive activities.", "At $150,000, the reduction to the cap is the full $25,000, which is your situation. Any losses you can't claim are carried over to future years and allowed as a deduction against passive income, including gain on the sale of the property. If your income were to go below the thresholds, then you would also be able to claim the losses, including those carried over.", "See IRS Publication 925 for additional information. There is a group of taxpayers who are allowed to fully deduct losses from rental real estate. These are the people who are considered real estate professionals.", "Page 2 of Schedule E is used to report income or loss from partnerships, S corporations, estates, trusts, and real estate mortgage investment conduits. If you need to use page 2 of Schedule E, be sure to use page 2 of the same Schedule E you used to enter your rental activity on page 1.", "A. That is generally correct — for most taxpayers. Rental activities are considered passive activities, and a loss on a passive activity is not deductible against non-passive income, such as wages. A special rule lets you deduct up to $25,000 of losses from rental real estate in which you actively participate.", "If you provide substantial services that are primarily for your tenant's convenience, such as regular cleaning, changing linen, or maid service, you report your rental income and expenses on Schedule C (Form 1040), Profit or Loss From Business, or Schedule C-EZ (Form 1040), Net Profit From Business.", "Rental real estate is considered a passive activity, the losses from which are only allowed against passive income. Passive income is income from business activities in which you don't materially participate, including other rental activities. As always is the case in tax law, there are exceptions." ]

[ "Photocopy of Identification for Passport Application. You are required to include a photocopy of the identication document that you present to the Acceptance Agent when submitting Form DS-11 for a new passport.Specific guidelines must be followed if you want the photocopy of your proof of identity to be accepted.1 Photocopy must be on plain white, 8 1/2 x 11 standard paper stock, showing the front and the back of your ID. 2 Photocopy must contain images on only one-side of each page submitted.hotocopy of Identification for Passport Application. You are required to include a photocopy of the identication document that you present to the Acceptance Agent when submitting Form DS-11 for a new passport.", "1 Make two copies of your passport ID page – that’s the page with your picture, your date of birth, etc. 2 This can be an image scan or hard copy.3 Give one copy to someone you trust – a friend, family member, or assistant – in case you need to contact them while on your trip.4 Keep the other copy with you.ake 2 Copies of your Passport ID Page. If your passport is lost or stolen on a trip, you could be stuck at the border and even denied entry into your home country.", "What you need. 1 To apply for a passport you must present a certified copy of your birth certificate. 2 A certified copy of your birth certificate may be obtained from the Bureau of Vital Statistics in the state where you were born.3 Hospital birth certificates are not acceptable. To apply for a passport you must present a certified copy of your birth certificate. 2 A certified copy of your birth certificate may be obtained from the Bureau of Vital Statistics in the state where you were born.", "Offices will reopen on Thursday, Nov. 12. To obtain a new learner permit, driver license or ID card, or to obtain a verified driver license or ID card you will need to provide valid/unexpired, original documents, or certified copies. Out of state learner permits are not transferable. US Territory or Canadian photo driver license. 2 Out of State US or Canadian issued photo learner permit. 3 Connecticut issued non-driver identification card, driver license or learner permit(Your driver license or ID may be required to be surrendered).", "up vote 1 down vote. The US Passport Card is a valid REAL ID form of identification, and thus is recognized as valid ID by all US Federal and State Government departments, in exactly the same way that a Passport is.So officially, yes, you can use your Passport Card as valid ID in a bar within the US.There is obviously always the risk that the person checking ID's will not be familiar with a Passport Card, however they should have access to a guide that includes details on all valid ID, and the Passport Card should be included.p vote 1 down vote. The US Passport Card is a valid REAL ID form of identification, and thus is recognized as valid ID by all US Federal and State Government departments, in exactly the same way that a Passport is.", "1 Photocopy must contain images on only one-side of each page submitted. 2 If copies cannot be made on the same side of one page, you may present two separate pages; one displaying the front of the ID and the second displaying the back of the ID.hotocopy of Identification for Passport Application. You are required to include a photocopy of the identication document that you present to the Acceptance Agent when submitting Form DS-11 for a new passport.", "1 To apply for a passport you must present a certified copy of your birth certificate. 2 A certified copy of your birth certificate may be obtained from the Bureau of Vital Statistics in the state where you were born.3 Hospital birth certificates are not acceptable. To apply for a passport you must present a certified copy of your birth certificate. 2 A certified copy of your birth certificate may be obtained from the Bureau of Vital Statistics in the state where you were born.", "Make 2 Copies of your Passport ID Page. If your passport is lost or stolen on a trip, you could be stuck at the border and even denied entry into your home country.To avoid this issue, we recommend following some practical steps:ake 2 Copies of your Passport ID Page. If your passport is lost or stolen on a trip, you could be stuck at the border and even denied entry into your home country.", "If applying by mail, you may submit original documents. Original documents will be returned to you. If you want to submit photocopies of your documents, you must copy both sides of the document and have your guarantor sign and date the photocopies (both sides) to show that the originals have been seen.f you want to submit photocopies of your documents, you must copy both sides of the document and have your guarantor sign and date the photocopies (both sides) to show that the originals have been seen.", "Photocopies, notarized photocopies and non-certified copies are not acceptable. DMV will scan and store images of all documents. Two (2) forms of the same identification will not be accepted. If any document presented is in a language other than English, it must be translated by a DMV-Approved Translator. US Territory or Canadian photo driver license. 2 Out of State US or Canadian issued photo learner permit. 3 Connecticut issued non-driver identification card, driver license or learner permit(Your driver license or ID may be required to be surrendered)." ]

[ "Passport. Officials will always accept a valid U.S. passport book or passport card for domestic travel. You can also use your passport book for international travel, but a U.S. passport card can only be used as identification if you're returning to the United States from Canada, the Caribbean, Bermuda and Mexico.", "The passport card that is available for sea and land travel in North America, Mexico and the Caribbean is not valid for flying. You need to present your passport when you check in for your flight and at security checkpoints, and some airlines require a passport check before you board the plane.", "Sometimes this requirement can be fulfilled at the airport upon arrival in the country. Other countries require a visa to be obtained prior to arrival in their country. For countries that require a pre-travel visa, the visa must in your passport when you check-in for your flight.", "You need to present your passport when you check in for your flight and at security checkpoints, and some airlines require a passport check before you board the plane.", "For countries that require a pre-travel visa, the visa must in your passport when you check-in for your flight. Individually issued visas are typically permanently attached to your passport. If you are flying with a group, you may have a group visa.", "It sounds crazy, but next year, millions of Americans might have to start using passports to fly -- on domestic flights. A decade ago, the U.S. government issued stricter standards for state-issued IDs, including drivers licenses. But four states have refused to comply: Louisiana, Minnesota, New Hampshire and New York.", "In most airports, a driver’s license is an acceptable form of identification. But if you’re flying out of an Oklahoma airport, you’ll need a passport, even if you’re not leaving the country.", "Boarding a flight, especially for those flying for the first time, can present numerous questions. Airport security is increasingly tighter, and it is important to arrive at the airport with the correct identification in order to fly --- although a passport is not typically required for a domestic U.S. flight.", "Children under the age of 16 do not need to show ID on domestic routes. The adult they are travelling with can vouch for the infant's/child's identification, providing the relevant photo ID is shown (by the adult). On International routes a passport will be required.", "The deadline for upgrading is coming up in 2016. If those four states don't upgrade their ID systems by the deadline, the TSA will demand that residents of those four states use passports rather than drivers licenses to board flights next year." ]

[ "The costs of obtaining a patent, including attorneys’ fees paid or incurred in making and perfecting a patent application, are research and experimental costs. However, costs paid or incurred to obtain another’s patent are not research and experimental costs.", "IF you. . . THEN. . . Elect to deduct research and experimental costs as a current business expense. Deduct all research and experimental costs in the first year you pay or incur the costs and all later years.", "Rather than amortize these costs or deduct them as a current expense, you have the option of deducting (writing off) research and experimental costs ratably over a 10-year period beginning with the tax year in which you incurred the costs.", "If you are engaged in a trade or business, then the costs you incur for attorney fees to obtain a patent may be deductible in the year they are incurred if the taxpayer adopts the method allowing such deductions. Consult your accountant to see if you can qualify. IRS Regulations. Attorneys' fees expended in making and perfecting a patent application may be deductible as research or experimental expenditures under section 174 of the Internal Revenue Code, according to IRS regulation 26 CFR 1.174-2.", "Although it may not seem like an R&E expense, the cost of obtaining a patent is also currently deductible under Section 174. This includes both attorney fees and patent filing fees. This is one of the largest expenses many independent inventors have.", "Indeed, once your invention is perfected, you’ll likely have no more R&E expenses deductible under Section 174 (but you may deduct the cost of obtaining a patent as mentioned above). However, these non-R&E expenses may be currently deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses.", "However, you can elect to deduct these costs as a current business expense. Your election to deduct these costs is binding for the year it is made and for all later years unless you get IRS approval to make a change. If you meet certain requirements, you may elect to defer and amortize research and experimental costs.", "Do not deduct research and experimental costs as a current business expense. If you meet the requirements, amortize them over at least 60 months, starting with the month you first receive an economic benefit from the research. See Research and Experimental Costs in chapter 8.", "There is no dollar limit on the amount of Section 174 deductions you can take each year, but your deductions must be reasonable in amount. “Reasonable” means that the amount you spend for R&E must be about what would ordinarily be paid for similar expenses by similar types of businesses.", "IRS Regulations. Attorneys' fees expended in making and perfecting a patent application may be deductible as research or experimental expenditures under section 174 of the Internal Revenue Code, according to IRS regulation 26 CFR 1.174-2." ]

[ "The number of STR Loci (genetic locations) which are examined. As a rule of thumb, the greater the number of STR Loci that are examined, the more accurate and powerful you test becomes. Current technology allows up to 16 STR Loci to be tested for routine paternity tests. Laboratories which test all 16 STR Loci are offering premium tests.", "In a DNA parentage test, the result (called the 'probability of parentage) is 0% when the alleged parent is not biologically related to the child and the probability of parentage is typically 99.99% when the alleged parent is biologically related to the child.", "Let’s look at this example concerning a paternity test. First, it is important to understand that all of us as humans share 99.9% of the same genetic code. So what we are really testing is a very small amount of DNA that helps identify who is part of our biological family.", "The number of times that the laboratory performs the test. The current standard to ensure 100% accuracy is to run all paternity tests two times in parallel to ensure that the results are absolutely accurate. Genex runs all tests two times before the final test report is generated.", "DNA paternity testing is the use of DNA profiling (known as genetic fingerprinting) to determine whether two individuals are biologically parent and child.", "Paternity testing can now also be performed while the woman is still pregnant from a blood draw. DNA testing is currently the most advanced and accurate technology to determine parentage.", "At Bio-Gene DNA we are interested in more than making certain that the testing is performed. We want to make certain that the DNA testing service you order is appropriate for your needs, even if that means refering you to another lab that may meet your needs better.", "In testing the paternity of a male child, comparison of the Y chromosome can be used, since it is passed directly from father to son. In the US, the AABB has regulations for DNA paternity and family relationship testing; however, AABB accreditation is not necessary.", "This genetic material is known as the nuclear genome of the individual, because it is found in the nucleus. Comparing the DNA sequence of an individual to that of another individual can show whether one of them was derived from the other. However, DNA paternity tests are not currently 100% accurate.", "The accuracy of a DNA test is dependent upon a number of factors. The main factors which affect the accuracy/power of a paternity test are as listed:" ]

[ "Abstract. Antigenic variation is the means by which a number of highly pathogenic microorganisms, ranging from the electronmicroscopic human viruses to bacteria to fungi and unicellular protozoan parasites, passively evade immune surveillance.ahoon LA and Seifert S (2011) Focussing homologous recombination: pilin antigenic variation in the pathogenic Neisseria. Molecular Microbiology 81(5): 1136–1143. Citti C and Rosengarten R (1997) Mycoplasma genetic variation and its implication for pathogenesis. Wiener Klinische Wochenschrift 109(14–15): 562–568.", "Antigenic variation is exhibited by a number of highly pathogenic microorganisms including human viruses, bacteria, fungi and unicellular protozoans.Antigenic variation poses challenges to vaccine development against microorganisms causing major public health problems globally.ahoon LA and Seifert S (2011) Focussing homologous recombination: pilin antigenic variation in the pathogenic Neisseria. Molecular Microbiology 81(5): 1136–1143. Citti C and Rosengarten R (1997) Mycoplasma genetic variation and its implication for pathogenesis. Wiener Klinische Wochenschrift 109(14–15): 562–568.", "[email protected]. Comment on Mol Microbiol. 2006 Jun;60(6):1329-43. A common mechanism of immune evasion in pathogenic bacteria and protozoa is antigenic variation, in which genetic or epigenetic changes result in rapid, sequential shifts in a surface-exposed antigen.In this issue of Molecular Microbiology, Dai et al.he vlsE antigenic variation locus of Lyme disease spirochaetes, although similar in sequence to the relapsing fever vlp genes, has evolved a completely different antigenic variation mechanism involving segmental recombination from a contiguous array of vls silent cassettes.", "Antigenic variation refers to the mechanism by which an infectious agent such as a protozoan, bacterium or virus alters its surface proteins in order to evade a host immune response. It is related to phase variation.ntigenic variation is the expression of various alternative forms of antigen on the cell surface. Whereas phase variation is the phenotypic switch that is usually reversible and is referred to as an ON-OFF switch.", "Pathogens are any foreign organisms that cause diseases in host plants and animals; e.g. virus and bacteria. Antigen is a molecule located in the cell wall of bacteria or the coating of organisms.Antigen causes our immune system to produce the antibody against it and protect our body from harmful foreign organisms.t causes our immune system to produce the antibody against it. Antibody is used by the immune system to identify and neutralize the foreign particles like bacteria and viruses. Basically, antigens are categorized as self-antigen and non-self-antigen.", "Many pathogenic bacteria exist in nature as multiple antigenic types or serotypes, meaning that they are variant strains of the same pathogenic species. For example, there are multiple serotypes of Salmonella typhimurium based on differences in cell wall (O) antigens or flagellar (H) antigens.any pathogenic bacteria exist in nature as multiple antigenic types or serotypes, meaning that they are variant strains of the same pathogenic species. For example, there are multiple serotypes of Salmonella typhimurium based on differences in cell wall (O) antigens or flagellar (H) antigens.", "Many pathogenic bacteria exist in nature as multiple antigenic types or serotypes, meaning that they are variant strains of the same pathogenic species. For example, there are multiple serotypes of Salmonella enterica based on differences in cell wall (O) antigens and/or flagellar (H) antigens.any pathogenic bacteria exist in nature as multiple antigenic types or serotypes, meaning that they are variant strains of the same pathogenic species. For example, there are multiple serotypes of Salmonella enterica based on differences in cell wall (O) antigens and/or flagellar (H) antigens.", "Pathogens are easily called as infectious agents. We contact pathogens in our daily life. These are microorganisms that cause diseases in host plants and animals; e.g. virus, bacteria, and fungi. Not all microbes are harmful; pathogens refer specifically to the ones that can cause disease in the host.t causes our immune system to produce the antibody against it. Antibody is used by the immune system to identify and neutralize the foreign particles like bacteria and viruses. Basically, antigens are categorized as self-antigen and non-self-antigen.", "Antigenic variation is employed by a number of different protozoan parasites. Trypanosoma brucei (the model for study of protozoan antigenic variation) and Plasmodium falciparum are some of the most well studied examples of protozoan parasites that exhibit antigenic variation.ntigenic variation is the expression of various alternative forms of antigen on the cell surface. Whereas phase variation is the phenotypic switch that is usually reversible and is referred to as an ON-OFF switch.", "We review how bacterial, protozoan and fungal pathogens from distant evolutionary lineages have evolved surprisingly similar mechanisms of antigenic variation to avoid eradication by the host immune system and can therefore maintain persistent infections and ensure their transmission to new hosts.echanisms involving DNA recombination. DNA recombination that leads to the movement of non-expressed coding regions into defined genomic expression sites is one of the most common molecular mechanisms used by both bacterial and eukaryotic pathogens to produce antigenic variation (Fig. 4a)." ]

[ "Microorganisms that cause diseases are called pathogens. They are specialised to infect body tissues where they reproduce and cause damage that gives rise to the symptoms of the infection. The body fights back by mobilising its immune system to fight off the infection.ow to use this site. There are a number of interactive features in this e-source: 1 A glossary of terms: any word with a glossary entry is highlighted like this.", "Bloodborne pathogens are infectious microorganisms in human blood that can cause disease in humans. These pathogens include, but are not limited to, hepatitis B (HBV), hepatitis C (HCV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).Needlesticks and other sharps-related injuries may expose workers to bloodborne pathogens.loodborne pathogens are infectious microorganisms in human blood that can cause disease in humans. These pathogens include, but are not limited to, hepatitis B (HBV), hepatitis C (HCV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Needlesticks and other sharps-related injuries may expose workers to bloodborne pathogens.", "NIAID Emerging Infectious Diseases/Pathogens. Emerging infectious diseases can be defined as infectious diseases that have newly appeared in a population or have existed but are rapidly increasing in incidence or geographic range, or that are caused by one of the NIAID Category A, B, or C priority pathogens.he NIAID Emerging Infectious Diseases/Pathogens category includes Biodefense Research and Additional Emerging Infectious Diseases/Pathogens.", "In biology, a pathogen (Greek: πάθος pathos “suffering, passion” and -γενής -genēs “producer of”) in the oldest and broadest sense is anything that can produce disease, a term which came into use in the 1880s.ungi comprise a eukaryotic kingdom of microbes that are usually saprophytes (consume dead organisms) but can cause diseases in humans, animals and plants. Fungi are the most common cause of diseases in crops and other plants. The typical fungal spore size is 1-40 micrometers in length.", " Among the almost infinite varieties of microorganisms, relatively few cause disease in otherwise healthy individuals. Microorganisms that cause disease are known as pathogens. Infectious disease results from the interplay between those few pathogens and the defenses of the hosts they infect.Extracellular pathogens take the things they need to survive and reproduce from the nutrients present in tissue fluids, or they feed directly on the cells. Infectious Diseases Pathogens within cells are protected from many of the host’s defense mechanisms, like antibodies.", "An infectious disease is one that can be spread from person to person (or animal to animal). Where a medical condition is caused by a virus, bacteria, or parasite, their r … eproduction poses a threat to those in contact with the sufferer, or in the same surroundings.eningitis is a disease of the membranes covering the brain and … spinal cord. There are at least FOUR bacterial pathogens including the influenza bacillus (Haemophilus influenzae), meningococcus (Neisseria meningitidis) and strains of pneumococci, streptococci, or staphylococci.", "Typically the term is used to describe an infectious agent such as a virus, bacterium, prion, fungus, viroid, or parasite that causes disease in its host. The host may be an animal, a plant, a fungus, or even another microorganism.ungi comprise a eukaryotic kingdom of microbes that are usually saprophytes (consume dead organisms) but can cause diseases in humans, animals and plants. Fungi are the most common cause of diseases in crops and other plants. The typical fungal spore size is 1-40 micrometers in length.", "Factors in the Emergence of Infectious Diseases Stephen S. Morse, Ph.D. The Rockefeller University, New York, NewYork, USA “Emerging” infectious diseases can be defined as infections that have newlyappeared in a population or have existed but are rapidly increasing in incidence orgeographic range.he Rockefeller University, New York, NewYork, USA “Emerging” infectious diseases can be defined as infections that have newlyappeared in a population or have existed but are rapidly increasing in incidence orgeographic range.", "The symptoms of infectious diseases vary but the most common symptoms are fever, muscle aches, vomiting, and diarrhea. The common cold, flu, mumps, measles, and food borne illness are examples of infectious diseases. A noninfectious disease cannot be spread from one person to another.eningitis is a disease of the membranes covering the brain and … spinal cord. There are at least FOUR bacterial pathogens including the influenza bacillus (Haemophilus influenzae), meningococcus (Neisseria meningitidis) and strains of pneumococci, streptococci, or staphylococci.", "There are several substrates including pathways where the pathogens can invade a host. The principal pathways have different episodic time frames, but soil contamination has the longest or most persistent potential for harboring a pathogen. Diseases caused by organisms in humans are known as pathogenic diseases.ungi comprise a eukaryotic kingdom of microbes that are usually saprophytes (consume dead organisms) but can cause diseases in humans, animals and plants. Fungi are the most common cause of diseases in crops and other plants. The typical fungal spore size is 1-40 micrometers in length." ]

[ "But football season has officially arrived. Gillette Stadium will be bustling once again as the team opens training camp on July 30 in advance of the upcoming season. The Patriots hold training camp practices throughout August that are free and open to the public on the practice field next to Gillette Stadium. On days that rain forces the team to practice indoors, fans will not be able to attend. For more information on specific training camp sessions, visit the team’s website.", "The Patriots have announced the schedule of their first week of training camp. All practices will take place at Gillette Stadium. On Monday, August 1st at 5 p.m., the Patriots will hold their Hall of Fame induction ceremony for Kevin Faulk at NRG Plaza outside The Hall at Patriot Place. The event is free and open to the public.", "Patriots training camp offers a chance for fans to get up close and personal with players. Getty Images. Photo: The Patriots open their 2016 training camp at Gillette Stadium on Wednesday, July 27. A look at the start times to practices and more preseason info: Thursday, July 28.", "The event is free and open to the public, and is held on the NRG Plaza outside the Patriots Hall of Fame. Following the induction, the Patriots will host their annual in-stadium practice for season-ticket holders and Foxborough residents inside Gillette Stadium at 7 p.m. ET.", "Patriots announce first set of practices open to the public. The Patriots announced their initial training camp schedule, and the team’s first four practices will be open to the public. The Patriots will open camp on Thursday, July 25 as players report to Foxborough, followed by the team’s first public practice at 9 a.m.", "The Patriots have announced the schedule of their first week of training camp. 1 Wednesday – July 27 – Veteran players report (not open to public) 2 Thursday July 28th – Morning Practice – 9:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. – Patriots Fan Zone (open to public)", "The practices, which also are open to the public, will be held in advance of the team's preseason game at Gillette Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 18. Induction ceremonies for running back Kevin Faulk into the Patriots Hall of Fame are scheduled for Monday, Aug. 1 at 5 p.m. ET.", "Fans can also watch the Patriots practice at 9 a.m. on July 27 and 28. On July 29, the Patriots will hold an in-stadium practice for season ticket holders at 7 p.m. following the team’s hall of fame ceremony at the NRG Plaza outside The Hall at Patriot Place. More open practice dates have yet to be released.", "Patriots Training Camp Practice Tickets. This Is The Patriots Training Camp Practice 2017 Tickets Page. Here You Will See Displayed All Our Company's Seats For The 2017 Patriots Training Camp Practice Schedule And The Time And Date Of The Event. The Items Are Fixed In Ascending Order From The Earliest To The Finish By Date.", "In making the announcement of the opening of training camp, the Patriots also finalized a few other details: 1 The team will host the New Orleans Saints for joint practices on Tuesday, Aug. 9 and Wednesday, Aug. 10 in advance of the teams' preseason opener at Gillette Stadium. The practices are open to the public." ]

[ "Lisa Edelstein stars as Abby McCarthy in Bravo's first original scripted series, Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce. Edelstein is most recognized for her role as Dr. Lisa Cuddy on the hit medical drama House, where she garnered a People's Choice Award for Favorite TV Actress.", "Lisa Edelstein (/ˈliːsə ˈɛdəlstiːn/ ; born May 21, 1966) is an American actress and playwright best known for playing Dr. Lisa Cuddy on the Fox medical drama series House. She currently stars as Abby McCarthy in the Bravo series Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce.", "Actress | Producer | Soundtrack. Lisa Edelstein began her professional acting career while studying theater at N.Y.U.'s Tisch School of the Arts. After performing in a wide range of productions off and on Broadway, authored and performed the AIDS-related musical Positive Me at Ellen Stuart's La Mama, in Manhattan.", "Lisa Edelstein & Paul Adelstein chat with Access at the premiere of “Girlfriends Guide to Divorce” in Los Angeles.", "'Twas the weekend of love! The day after Kim Kardashian and Kanye West 's massive European wedding extravaganza, House star Lisa Edelstein tied the knot with artist Robert Russell on Sunday, May 25, a source confirms to Us Weekly.", "Credit: Stefanie Keenan/Getty. 'Twas the weekend of love! The day after Kim Kardashian and Kanye West 's massive European wedding extravaganza, House star Lisa Edelstein tied the knot with artist Robert Russell on Sunday, May 25, a source confirms to Us Weekly.", "'Twas the weekend of love! The day after Kim Kardashian and Kanye West 's massive European wedding extravaganza, House star Lisa Edelstein tied the knot with artist Robert Russell on Sunday, May 25, a source confirms to Us Weekly. PHOTOS: Celeb weddings of 2014.", "Lisa Edelstein & Paul Adelstein chat with Access at the premiere of “Girlfriends Guide to Divorce” in Los Angeles. What attracted them to the new Bravo scripted series?", "Edelstein is most recognized for her role as Dr. Lisa Cuddy on the hit medical drama House, where she garnered a People's Choice Award for Favorite TV Actress.", "Lisa currently stars on FOX's medical drama, House as Dr. Lisa Cuddy, the Dean of Medicine and chief administrator at the fictional Princeton-Plainsboro Teaching Hospital. Lisa Edelstein is something of a foil to the protagonist, Dr. Gregory House." ]

[ "North Carolina Cash Advance Loans. The state motto of North Carolina is: “To be, rather than to seem.” It’s seems that North Carolina’s laws banning cash advance loans is unfair, but don’t let the fact that North Carolina state law prohibits cash advance loan centers from operating in the state upset you.", "After this payday legislation expired in the year 2001, it became illegal to conduct payday lending in North Carolina. As of 2009, by law payday loans remain prohibited in the state of North Carolina.", "Need Advice on Installment Loans. This all started with one payday loan and now i'm up to my eyeballs in debt and desperate for help. I live in California. I have an installment loan from check n go for $5000. Another from Ace Cash Express for $3000, Net credit for $3000 and Rise for $2750. I need serious help. Is ...", "However, the big red flag here is that these payday loan companies are illegal here in North Carolina. Advancemetoday does have a disclaimer on their website that said their services are only available to those states permitted by law, which North Carolina is not one of them.", "Payday loans are similar to conventional loans in one important aspect. If you fail to abide by the terms in your loan agreement, the lender can start collection proceedings against you to recover money you owe.", "In a recent turnaround, the state became an anti-payday loan lending state a few short years after approving legislation that allowed payday loan lending in North Carolina. North Carolina is working to strengthen any weaknesses in their current legislation against payday lending.", "Same Day Payday Loan Center. We provide those in need the opportunity to borrow money. Whatever your financial emergency-groceries, an unexpected car repair, repayment of a personal debt, or an unexpected financial loss-SameDayPayday.com can get you those funds almost instantly.", "Since 2006, it has been illegal to operate a payday loan businesses in North Carolina. GARNER, N.C. --. However, years later, companies are still taking on customers. Now, a Triangle couple is in financial trouble over it. Head to the internet and you can find payday loans readily available. When things got financially tough for Donna Seese and her husband, they turned to advancemetoday.com. So we were looking for basic necessities, said Donna.", "Payday loans are meant to be used for financial emergencies only and not as a continuing method of rolling money. They are not a solution to long-term debt problems. Consider other borrowing options before committing to a payday loan agreement: 1 A small personal loan from your bank or credit union. 2 A cash advance on your credit card, if available. 3 An advance on your paycheck from your employer.", "Although providing a payday loan is illegal in North Carolina, SameDayPayday has a network of lenders that approve payday loans to residents of all 50 states. That is good news for all North Carolina residents; if you are strapped for cash, SameDayPayday can help you." ]

[ "You will use this form to: • Report your tax deduction for HSA contributions (deduction from gross income) • Report your taxable non-qualified HSA distributions. • Report 6% excise tax on excess contributions you did not withdraw by the tax filing deadline.", "The IRS requires you to prepare Form 8889 and attach it to your tax return when you take a distribution from an HSA. However, if your 1099-SA indicates you did not use the distribution for qualified medical expenses, you will pay income tax on the portion you used for unqualified expenses. You report the taxable amount on the “other income” line of your tax return and write “HSA” beside it.", "No, if you have single coverage you are limited to the individual HSA contribution limit. You may use your HSA funds to pay for the qualified medical expenses of family members (see Distributions, question 6) however, the amount you may contribute to your HSA is limited by the level of your insurance coverage.", "HSA distributions (withdrawals) in 2014. NOT considered distributions, and are not reported on this form. HSA contributions made 1/1/14 -12/31/14 AND 1/1/15 - 4/15/15. qualified distributions to your UMB HSA and HSA or MSA rollovers to your UMB HSA. this form. 1040 This form is your Individual Income Tax Return.", "Yes, HSA distributions used to pay for Long Term Care Insurance premiums qualify as a tax-free, penalty-free distribution; however, the amount is limited. The amount allowed is based on age and adjusted for inflation each year. See Revenue Code 213(d)(10).", "No. The new law will limit Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) contributions to $2,500 starting in 2013, but that new law does not apply to HSAs. You can continue to use any amounts in your HSA for eligible medical expenses or save it for later even if you are no longer eligible to contribute more to your HSA. This is important to know in case you do change plans to a non-HSA eligible plan to comply with the new law.", "Qualified medical expenses. None of the money received from these plans is taxable if it is spent on qualified medical expenses. If the money you withdraw exceeds your qualified medical expenses, however, the excess is subject to income tax.", "You will receive a Form 1099-SA that shows the total amount of your annual distributions (i.e. money you used) reported in box 1. Provided you only use the funds to pay qualified medical expenses, box 3 should show the distribution code No. 1, which indicates normal tax-free distributions.", "You can use your HSA to pay for health insurance premiums of your spouse or dependents in the case when your spouse or your dependent are: (1) receiving health care continuation coverage through COBRA, or (2) are receiving unemployment compensation through a federal or state program.", "Earnings on your balance and investments are not taxed. 3. 1Distributions (withdrawals) used to pay for qualified medical expenses are not taxed. Neither UMB Bank n.a., its parent, subsidiaries nor affiliates are engaged in rendering tax or legal advice and this checklist is not intended. as tax or legal advice. All mention of taxes is made in reference to federal tax law." ]

[ "Sleep Apnea. Although not necessarily more common in people with Parkinson’s disease, sleep apnea is common in older adults. Obstructive sleep apnea (period of time with no or little breathing) is usually associated with snoring and complaints of excessive daytime sleepiness.", "● Continuous cycler peritoneal dialysis (CCPD) is an automated form of peritoneal dialysis (APD) in which a machine performs exchanges while the patient sleeps; there may be a long daytime dwell and, occasionally, a manual daytime exchange.", "There are two types of dialysis: hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. Kidney transplantation may be an option for some patients, although dialysis is the most commonly used treatment. The best type of dialysis depends upon your abilities, underlying medical illnesses, and personal needs.", "Since depression is a common cause of sleep disturbances in patients with Parkinson’s disease, these drugs can help treat both problems. The more sedating tricyclics (e.g., amitryptiline) are used to assist in sleep initiation and maintenance.", "Peritoneal Dialysis Therapy. Peritoneal dialysis (PD) is a therapy that typically is managed by patients at home. The therapy works by cleaning the blood of toxins and removing extra fluids through one of the body’s own membranes, the peritoneal membrane.", "Best practices for peritoneal dialysis state that before peritoneal dialysis should be implemented, the patient's understanding of the process and support systems should be assessed, with education on how to care for the catheter and to address any gaps in understanding that may exist.", "For people with Parkinson’s disease, daytime sleepiness may be caused by the many problems that interfere with nighttime sleep, resulting in sleep deprivation, or from the sedating effects of antiparkinsonian medications.", "Fluid is introduced through a permanent tube in the abdomen and flushed out either every night while the patient sleeps (automatic peritoneal dialysis) or via regular exchanges throughout the day (continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis).", "Staying asleep. 1 Minimize light and noise at bedtime and throughout the night. 2 Avoid heavy exercise within 6 hours of bedtime. 3 Avoid heavy late night meals. 4 Assure the bedroom environment is right for sleep: comfortable bed, dark, quiet, and a cool temperature for sleeping. 5 Avoid looking at the bedroom clock if you awaken.", "● Pus-like drainage from the area. Peritonitis — Peritonitis is the term used to describe an infection of the abdominal cavity. People who use peritoneal dialysis are at risk of peritonitis because bacteria can enter the abdomen through or around the peritoneal dialysis catheter. These infections can usually be treated at home and resolve completely." ]

[ "All parts of the lily-including the stem, leaves, petals, stamens and pollen-are poisonous to cats. Even minor exposures (cat chewing on a leaf or getting pollen on his or her haircoat or whiskers) can be fatal. What are the signs of lily poisoning in cats? Many cats vomit after chewing or eating parts of a lily.", "Peace lilies are moderately toxic. Even a small amount can cause symptoms in a cat or dog, but it does not cause kidney damage like many other lilies since it is not a true lily. A dog's or cat's reaction to a peace lily is caused by small crystal-like formations within the plant's cells.", "Peace lilies are not only toxic to dogs, but also to people if ingested. All parts of the plant, including the leaves, stems and flowers, contain calcium oxalate crystals. These calcium oxalate crystals, known as raphides, are needle-sharp and insoluble. The cells of the plant, called idioblasts, contain the raphides.", "The peace lily can be deadly to dogs and cats. Although many varieties of lilies are dangerous only to cats, the beautiful peace lily is poisonous to both cats and dogs. Even a small piece of the plant can make your precious pet violently ill.", "Submit. The leaves of peace lilies are poisonous. Symptoms of exposure include a burning sensation on the lips, tongue or throat. Eating small quantities causes severe pain. Large amounts are highly toxic. Peace lilies grow naturally in tropical parts of the United States.", "The leaves of peace lilies are poisonous. Symptoms of exposure include a burning sensation on the lips, tongue or throat. Eating small quantities causes severe pain. Large amounts are highly toxic. Peace lilies grow naturally in tropical parts of the United States.", "Toxicity. The plant is not poisonous in the scientific or legal sense, but all parts of it -- leaves, flowers, stems and roots -- contain crystals of a chemical compound called calcium oxalate.", "All parts of the lily-including the stem, leaves, petals, stamens and pollen-are poisonous to cats. Even minor exposures (cat chewing on a leaf or getting pollen on his or her haircoat or whiskers) can be fatal.", "Comments. Submit. The leaves of peace lilies are poisonous. Symptoms of exposure include a burning sensation on the lips, tongue or throat. Eating small quantities causes severe pain. Large amounts are highly toxic. Peace lilies grow naturally in tropical parts of the United States.", "(Philodendron selections): No other group of plants is as widely used indoors as philodendrons, but they are poisonous to humans and pets. Eating them can cause burning and swelling of lips, tongue, and throat; vomiting; and diarrhea." ]

[ "Peafowl can live forty to fifty years with proper care, they are very hardy birds, and come in a variety of colours. By two years peafowl will normally reach breeding age. A peacock that is three years old is considered mature.", "Peacocks are also among those poultry birds. Nowadays peacock farming is considered as a profitable poultry farming business. You can raise peacock commercially in both rural and urban areas. Peacock farming can play an important role for reducing unemployment problem and help to create a new way of earnings.", "Nowadays peacock farming is considered as a profitable poultry farming business. You can raise peacock commercially in both rural and urban areas. Peacock farming can play an important role for reducing unemployment problem and help to create a new way of earnings.", "Duckopolis. Peafowl can live forty to fifty years with proper care, they are very hardy birds, and come in a variety of colours. By two years peafowl will normally reach breeding age. A peacock that is three years old is considered mature.", "A peacock is a male peafowl. Peafowl refers to both males and females, while peahen is the female specific term. Peacock is often improperly used to refer to both male and … female peafowl. 1 Great Poultry Brine Recipes for Savory Bird Dishes The secret to a moist, plump and juicy bird is simple: a poultry brine.", "Peacock is often improperly used to refer to both male and … female peafowl. 1 Great Poultry Brine Recipes for Savory Bird Dishes The secret to a moist, plump and juicy bird is simple: a poultry brine.", "By two years peafowl will normally reach breeding age. A peacock that is three years old is considered mature. As an extra source of calories to improve body heat shelled corn can be added to their feed in the winter months.", "Peacocks have been considered for thousands of years, as the world’s most beautiful of all birds. Both sexes including the peahen female, and the peacock male, are correctly known as peafowl, although both genders are commonly known as the Peacock variety of bird.", "And the birds which are raised commercially for the purpose of producing meat, egg or features are known as poultry. Peacock is also a poultry bird, like ducks, chicken, pigeon, turkey etc. Poultry farming business is very profitable and becoming popular day by day.", "Actually all types of birds raised for their meat or egg production are called poultry. Most of the people in rural areas raise some birds, such as pigeon, ducks, chicken, swan, quail etc. for the purpose of producing meat or eggs. And all these birds are poultry. Peacocks are also among those poultry birds." ]

[ "Protein, Fats and Fiber. Protein, fats, and fiber are the major components that make up peanuts. The good news is that these major components are all the healthy types when it comes to peanuts. The protein is plant-based; the fat is unsaturated, and the fiber is the main type of complex carbohydrate in peanuts.", "While there are many varieties of peanuts, the ones most commonly found in the marketplace are the Virginia, Spanish and Valencia. Due to their high protein content and chemical profile, peanuts are processed into a variety of different forms, including butter, oil, flour, and flakes.", "Calories In Easy Chocolate Covered Peanuts Calories: 216, Fat: 14g, Carbs: 18g, Protein: 7g, Fiber: 2g. Calories In Cheerios Trail Mix (dried cranberries, peanuts and chocolate chips) Calories: 195, Fat: 7g, Carbs: 33g, Protein: 3g, Fiber: 4g. Calories In Spinach Salad With Peanuts Calories: 177, Fat: 15g, Carbs: 8g, Protein: 4g, Fiber: 2g.", "In addition to their monounsaturated fat content, peanuts feature an array of other nutrients that, in numerous studies, have been shown to promote heart health. Peanuts are good sources of vitamin E, niacin, folate, protein and manganese.", "Nutritional Breakdown. Peanuts and peanut butter are whole foods that pack a lot of nutrition into just one serving. In the legume or dried bean family, peanuts are a terrific protein source. But the story gets better and better when you consider the significant amounts of the following nutrients found in a single ounce of peanuts. Raw Peanuts.", "Peanuts are an excellent source of biotin. They are also a very good source of copper as well as a good source of manganese, niacin, molybdenum, folate, vitamin E, phosphorus, vitamin B1 and protein.", "Hi Tam and welcome to the boards. What many people don't realize and I certainly didn't in the beginning, is that peanuts are not nuts. It is a legume. The peanut is in the same family as soybeans, chick peas, lima beans, peas, pinto beans and lentils.", "Since the protein in peanuts is plant-based, it carries with it additional components that have positive health benefits like fiber and unique bioactives, unlike animal protein. Peanuts are high in arginine, and amino acid, which is one of the building blocks of protein.", "As far as peanuts go, the protein in the peanut is the trigger and that's another reason to stay away from Peanut oil (in my opinion) is because you never know if it is free of the peanut protein. Cold pressed oil or oil that has been used to cook peanuts may contain peanut protein and could cause a reaction.", "Calories, Fat, Protein, Fiber, & Carbs In Virginia Peanuts. Calories, Fat, Protein, Fiber, & Carbs In Circus Peanuts. Calories, Fat, Protein, Fiber, & Carbs In Chocolate Peanuts. Calories, Fat, Protein, Fiber, & Carbs In Honey Roasted Peanuts." ]

[ "A pea is a legume, a nut is a nut, and the peanut's identity crisis is readily apparent in its name. In fact, a peanut is a legume. Technically, legumes are either the plants or the fruits of plants categorized in the fabaceae or leguminosae family--two interchangeable names for the same classification.", "Common legumes include: beans, peas, alfalfa, clover, and peanuts. Common true botanical nuts include: walnuts, pecans, and chestnuts.", "Peanut Facts. While “nut” is in their name, peanuts are in fact legumes. Peanuts actually grow underground, as opposed to nuts like walnuts, almonds, etc. that grow on trees (and are sometimes referred to as tree nuts). Peanuts, along with beans and peas, belong to the single plant family, Leguminosae. Legumes are edible seeds enclosed in pods.", "Black beans are a common example of legumes. Legumes are great sources of fat, protein and carbohydrates. Different varieties contain varying amounts of these nutrients, with beans, nuts, peas and lentils all having unique nutritional profiles.", "Beans. The most common varieties of legumes are beans. These include adzuki beans, black beans, soybeans, anasazi beans, fava beans, garbanzo beans (chickpeas), kidney beans and lima beans. These foods are high in protein and carbohydrates but low in fat.", "Cashews are slightly lower in calories and slightly higher in carbohydrates than any other nut. They’re also lower in fiber than most nuts. Cashews are, however, rich in protein, iron, magnesium, vitamin K and zinc and contain appreciable amounts of potassium and folate.", "Most are not. A nut is a specific type of fruit, and these would be your tree nuts like almonds, walnuts, cashews, chestnuts, beechnuts, horsechestnuts, acorns, hickories, and the like. The nuts which are legumes (and if they're a legume, they aren't a true nut) are peanuts. This website gives the scientific definitions of the different types of fruits, both dry like nuts, and fleshy like berries and drupes: http://waynesword.palomar.edu/fruitid1.h... Dean M. · 7 years ago. Thumbs up.", "Considerations. Since nuts and legumes are excellent protein sources, the U.S. Department of Agriculture places them in the protein food group along with seeds, meat, poultry, fish, seafood, eggs and soy products. Legumes also count as vegetables under USDA guidelines.", "The legumes class of vegetables is broad, encompassing more than 13,000 varieties of lentils, beans and peas. Much like nuts, legumes are the nutrient-dense seeds of leguminous plants. These seeds are encased in pods, some of which are edible. Most legumes are consumed in their mature form. Dried beans, peas and lentils are mature legume seeds.", "The most common example is the peanut, with other examples including soy nuts and carob nuts. Similar to other nuts, these legumes contain high concentrations of protein, fat and carbohydrates." ]

[ "Corn, peas, parsnips, potatoes, pumpkin, squash, zucchini and yams are all examples of starchy vegetables. Non-starchy vegetables are typically flowering parts of the plant.Lettuce, asparagus, broccoli, cauliflower, cucumber, spinach, mushrooms, onions, peppers and tomatoes are all considered non-starchy vegetables.ou need both starchy and non-starchy veggies in your diet. Both starchy and non-starchy vegetables are an important part of your diet. They offer plenty of fiber, vitamins and minerals, but are relatively low in calories.", "1 Place carrots in a large saucepan; add 1 in. of water. 2 Bring to a boil. 3 Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. 4 Add peas; return to a boil.5 Reduce heat; cover and simmer 5-10 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. 6 Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid. Add peas; return to a boil. 2 Reduce heat; cover and simmer 5-10 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. 3 Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid. 4 Return vegetables and reserved liquid to the pan. 5 In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, pepper and cream until smooth. 6 Stir into vegetables.", "You need both starchy and non-starchy veggies in your diet. Both starchy and non-starchy vegetables are an important part of your diet. They offer plenty of fiber, vitamins and minerals, but are relatively low in calories.The major difference between starchy and non-starchy vegetables is that starchy veggies have a higher starch content, thus they are also higher in calories.ou need both starchy and non-starchy veggies in your diet. Both starchy and non-starchy vegetables are an important part of your diet. They offer plenty of fiber, vitamins and minerals, but are relatively low in calories.", "1 1 In 2-quart saucepan, heat 1 cup water to boiling. 2 Add carrots; return to boiling. 3 Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 8 to 10 minutes, adding sugar snap peas during last 5 minutes of cooking, until carrots are tender.4 Drain; return to saucepan. 5 2 Stir in marmalade, seasoned salt, ginger and pepper. Add carrots; return to boiling. 2 Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 8 to 10 minutes, adding sugar snap peas during last 5 minutes of cooking, until carrots are tender. 3 Drain; return to saucepan.", "Directions. 1 Place carrots in a large saucepan; add 1 in. of water. 2 Bring to a boil. 3 Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. 4 Add peas; return to a boil. 5 Reduce heat; cover and simmer 5-10 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Add peas; return to a boil. 2 Reduce heat; cover and simmer 5-10 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. 3 Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid. 4 Return vegetables and reserved liquid to the pan. 5 In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, pepper and cream until smooth. 6 Stir into vegetables.", "Considerations. The benefit of eating carrots is that they support your energy needs with 1 gram of starch and 3.4 grams of sugar, while having a small impact on your blood sugar. The glycemic index measures how quickly and how much carbohydrates from foods increase levels of glucose in your blood.onsiderations. The benefit of eating carrots is that they support your energy needs with 1 gram of starch and 3.4 grams of sugar, while having a small impact on your blood sugar. The glycemic index measures how quickly and how much carbohydrates from foods increase levels of glucose in your blood.", "You don't often hear that when you have diabetes, but non-starchy vegetables are one food group where you can satisfy your appetite. Vegetables are full of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and phytochemicals—and with so few calories and carbohydrate, everyone can enjoy more!There are two main types of vegetables—starchy and non-starchy. For this section, we are going to focus only on the non-starchy vegetables.egetables are full of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and phytochemicals—and with so few calories and carbohydrate, everyone can enjoy more! There are two main types of vegetables—starchy and non-starchy. For this section, we are going to focus only on the non-starchy vegetables.", "Starchy vegetables are high-carbohydrate plant foods that contain a rich energy source for man. Starch is a carbohydrate formed from the bonding of several glucose units, and is the most common form of stored energy from plants that is present in the human diet.reen plants produce starch and many staple foods like potatoes, rice, and corn contain large amounts of this organic compound. Starch in vegetables are digested primarily by gastric amylase, an enzyme found in the gastrointestinal tract, and the digested starch is then stored in the cells to be used as energy.", "Starchy vegetables like potatoes, corn and peas are included in the Grains and Starchy Vegetables section because they contain more carbohydrate.egetables are full of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and phytochemicals—and with so few calories and carbohydrate, everyone can enjoy more! There are two main types of vegetables—starchy and non-starchy. For this section, we are going to focus only on the non-starchy vegetables.", "Starchy vegetables are healthy, but they are higher in carbohydrate than other vegetables and they have more calories. Therefore, these vegetables are grouped with other starchy foods instead of vegetables. One serving of any starchy vegetable is about 1/2 cup cooked vegetable.Starchy vegetables include: 1 Corn.eople with diabetes do not need to avoid foods found in the starch and starchy vegetables group. In fact, people with diabetes need to eat foods from this group to help meet their daily requirement for calories, macronutrients, fiber, vitamins, and minerals and for overall good health." ]

[ "The USDA Food Patterns also indicate that beans and peas may be counted as part of the Protein Foods Group. Individuals can count beans and peas as either a vegetable or a protein food. Green peas, green lima beans, and green (string) beans are not considered to be part of the beans and peas subgroup.Green peas and green lima beans are similar to other starchy vegetables and are grouped with them.Green beans are grouped with other vegetables such as onions, lettuce, celery, and cabbage because their nutrient content is similar to those foods.owever, they are also considered part of the Vegetable Group because they are excellent sources of dietary fiber and nutrients such as folate and potassium. These nutrients, which are often low in the diet of many Americans, are also found in other vegetables.", "Dark green leaf lettuce is high in folate and fiber. Dark green vegetables are a subgroup of the vegetable food group, one of five main food groups established by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to promote healthy eating.alad Greens. Dark leafy salad greens, including leaf lettuce and non-lettuce greens, make up a significant portion of the dark green vegetable subgroup. Varied in texture and flavor, these mostly non-bitter greens are typically used in fresh salads.", "However, they are also considered part of the Vegetable Group because they are excellent sources of dietary fiber and nutrients such as folate and potassium. These nutrients, which are often low in the diet of many Americans, are also found in other vegetables.owever, they are also considered part of the Vegetable Group because they are excellent sources of dietary fiber and nutrients such as folate and potassium. These nutrients, which are often low in the diet of many Americans, are also found in other vegetables.", "Photo Credit: Stock.Xchng (_marta_). Peas are a well known vegetable that are actually legumes. Other members of the legume family are beans and lentils. The small, bright green balls are lots of fun to add to your diet! Health benefits. Green peas are high in protein and fiber and low in fat.hoto Credit: Stock.Xchng (_marta_). Peas are a well known vegetable that are actually legumes. Other members of the legume family are beans and lentils. The small, bright green balls are lots of fun to add to your diet! Health benefits. Green peas are high in protein and fiber and low in fat.", "Sweet corn, a starchy vegetable, has about 18 grams of carbohydrates in a single medium-sized ear. Vegetables with low amounts of carbohydrates include cucumbers, green onions and lettuce, each with 2 grams; summer squash and asparagus, with 4 grams each; and cauliflower, with 5 grams.weet corn, a starchy vegetable, has about 18 grams of carbohydrates in a single medium-sized ear. Vegetables with low amounts of carbohydrates include cucumbers, green onions and lettuce, each with 2 grams; summer squash and asparagus, with 4 grams each; and cauliflower, with 5 grams.", "The USDA also includes broccoli in the dark green vegetable subgroup. A cruciferous vegetable, broccoli is related to cauliflower and cabbage, including kale and bok choy. Like other dark green vegetables, broccoli is a nutrient-dense food.alad Greens. Dark leafy salad greens, including leaf lettuce and non-lettuce greens, make up a significant portion of the dark green vegetable subgroup. Varied in texture and flavor, these mostly non-bitter greens are typically used in fresh salads.", "Salad Greens. Dark leafy salad greens, including leaf lettuce and non-lettuce greens, make up a significant portion of the dark green vegetable subgroup. Varied in texture and flavor, these mostly non-bitter greens are typically used in fresh salads.alad Greens. Dark leafy salad greens, including leaf lettuce and non-lettuce greens, make up a significant portion of the dark green vegetable subgroup. Varied in texture and flavor, these mostly non-bitter greens are typically used in fresh salads.", "The pea is most commonly the small spherical seed or the seed-pod of the pod fruit Pisum sativum.Each pod contains several peas. Pea pods are botanically fruit, since they contain seeds and developed from the ovary of a (pea) flower.The name is also used to describe other edible seeds from the Fabaceae such as the pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan), the cowpea (Vigna unguiculata), and the seeds from several species of Lathyrus.ea pods are botanically fruit, since they contain seeds and developed from the ovary of a (pea) flower. The name is also used to describe other edible seeds from the Fabaceae such as the pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan), the cowpea (Vigna unguiculata), and the seeds from several species of Lathyrus.", "Legumes are the seeds of the plant and are eaten in their immature form as green peas and beans, and the mature form as dried peas, beans, lentils and chickpeas. Vegetables can be broken up into different groups, with each group providing their own unique nutrients.The main sub-groups for vegetables are:egumes are the seeds of the plant and are eaten in their immature form as green peas and beans, and the mature form as dried peas, beans, lentils and chickpeas. Vegetables can be broken up into different groups, with each group providing their own unique nutrients. The main sub-groups for vegetables are:", "The immature peas (and in snow peas the tender pod as well) are used as a vegetable, fresh, frozen or canned; varieties of the species typically called field peas are grown to produce dry peas like the split pea shelled from the matured pod.ea pods are botanically fruit, since they contain seeds and developed from the ovary of a (pea) flower. The name is also used to describe other edible seeds from the Fabaceae such as the pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan), the cowpea (Vigna unguiculata), and the seeds from several species of Lathyrus." ]

[ "Flowering plants are divided into monocots (or monocotyledons) and dicots (or dicotyledons). This comparison examines the morphological differences in the leaves, stems, flowers and fruits of monocots and dicots.", "Diffen › Science › Biology › Botany. Flowering plants are divided into monocots (or monocotyledons) and dicots (or dicotyledons). This comparison examines the morphological differences in the leaves, stems, flowers and fruits of monocots and dicots.", "Another important difference is that while in monocots the flowers have petals in multiples of three, in the case of dicot these are in multiples of 4 or 5. As far as the leaves are concerned, monocots exhibit parallel veins while dicots have reticulated veins. There are many other features that distinguish the two.", "Monocots have long, narrow leaves with parallel veins (such as grasses.) The parts of monocot flowers are arranged in threes or in multiples of three. Dicots have broad leaves with branched veins. The parts of dicot flowers are arranged in fours and fives or multiples of fours and five.", "Monocots have long, narrow leaves with parallel veins (such as grasses.) The parts of monocot flowers are arranged in threes or in multiples of three. Dicots have broad leaves with branched veins. The parts of dicot flowers are arranged in fours and fives or multiples of fours and fives.", "2. The flowers of monocots have petals in multiples of three while dicot flowers have in multiples of 4 or 5. 3.The stem vascular bundles are scattered in monocots whereas in the case of dicots these are in a ring.", "So next time you have your peas or corn remember that the former is a dicot while the latter is a monocot. Summary: 1.Monocots are single seeds while dicots seeds can be split into two halves. 2. The flowers of monocots have petals in multiples of three while dicot flowers have in multiples of 4 or 5.", "Monocots have only one seed leaf inside the seed coat. It is often only a thin leaf, because the endosperm to feed the new plant is not inside the seed leaf. Dicots have two seed leaves inside the seed coat. They are usually rounded and fat, because they contain the endosperm to feed the embryo plant.", "The vascular cambium of monocots occurs in bundles scattered throughout the stem. For example, grasses, corn. Dicots have leaves with netted veins, a long tap root, flower parts in 4's or 5's, and seeds with two cotyledons. The vascular cambium of dicots occurs in a ring within the stem.", "They have vascular bundles that are arranged in a circle within the stem and have leaves with veins that are arranged in a netlike … pattern. These are characteristics of dicots and thus Dwarf pea plants fit this classification. 1 person found this useful." ]

[ "A legume (/ˈlɛɡjuːm/ or /ˌləˈɡjuːm/) is a plant in the family Fabaceae (or Leguminosae), or the fruit or seed of such a plant. Legumes are grown agriculturally, primarily for their food grain seed (example beans and lentils, or generally pulse), for livestock forage and silage, and as soil-enhancing green manure.Legumes are notable in that most of them have symbiotic nitrogen-fixing bacteria in structures called root nodules.rain legumes are cultivated for their seeds, and are also called pulses. The seeds are used for human and animal consumption or for the production of oils for industrial uses. Grain legumes include beans, lentils, lupins, peas, and peanuts.", "Peas. Peas are members of the legume family, which also includes a wide variety of beans. One of the main distinctions between peas and beans is that peas tend to grow in vines that require support, whereas most beans grow in self-supporting bushes.Peas also favor cooler climates than beans do.eas. Peas are members of the legume family, which also includes a wide variety of beans. One of the main distinctions between peas and beans is that peas tend to grow in vines that require support, whereas most beans grow in self-supporting bushes.", "Well-known legumes include alfalfa, clover, peas, beans, lentils, lupins, mesquite, carob, soybeans, peanuts and tamarind. A legume fruit is a simple dry fruit that develops from a simple carpel and usually dehisces (opens along a seam) on two sides.A common name for this type of fruit is a pod, although the term pod is also applied to a few other fruit types, such as that of vanilla (a capsule) and of radish (a silique).rain legumes are cultivated for their seeds, and are also called pulses. The seeds are used for human and animal consumption or for the production of oils for industrial uses. Grain legumes include beans, lentils, lupins, peas, and peanuts.", "Beans and other legumes: Cooking tips. This guide describes common types of beans and legumes, tips for preparing them, and ways to add more legumes to your meals and snacks. Legumes — a class of vegetables that includes beans, peas and lentils — are among the most versatile and nutritious foods available.Legumes are typically low in fat, contain no cholesterol, and are high in folate, potassium, iron and magnesium. They also contain beneficial fats and soluble and insoluble fiber.ried beans and legumes, with the exceptions of black-eyed peas and lentils, require soaking in room-temperature water, a step that rehydrates them for more even cooking. Before soaking, pick through the beans, discarding any discolored or shriveled ones or any foreign matter.", "Beans and peas are the mature forms of legumes. They include kidney beans, pinto beans, black beans, lima beans, black-eyed peas, garbanzo beans (chickpeas), split peas and lentils.They are available in dry, canned, and frozen forms.eans and peas are the mature forms of legumes. They include kidney beans, pinto beans, black beans, lima beans, black-eyed peas, garbanzo beans (chickpeas), split peas and lentils.", "Grain legumes are cultivated for their seeds, and are also called pulses. The seeds are used for human and animal consumption or for the production of oils for industrial uses. Grain legumes include beans, lentils, lupins, peas, and peanuts.rain legumes are cultivated for their seeds, and are also called pulses. The seeds are used for human and animal consumption or for the production of oils for industrial uses. Grain legumes include beans, lentils, lupins, peas, and peanuts.", "Vegetable Legumes. Dry beans* . Dry beans are a low-input crop with little or no fertilizer and few crop protection chemicals. Consists of beans that ripen prior to harvest and are sold dry, such as black-eyed peas, cowpeas, pintos (yields 3,000 pounds per acre), and kidney beans.Black-eyes yield 1,500 to 2,000 pounds.eans and Vegetables Legumes. Beans and vegetable legumes shown in Table 9 (Crop Group 6) include several dry and succulent beans and peas, such as Southern peas and green/snap beans, as well as lima and mung beans. They are grown predominately in the High Plains and Rolling Plains.", "A number of legumes are labeled as peas, including green peas, snow peas, snap peas, split peas and black-eyed peas. Similar to beans, peas contain high concentrations of carbohydrates and protein but little fat.he most common varieties of legumes are beans. These include adzuki beans, black beans, soybeans, anasazi beans, fava beans, garbanzo beans (chickpeas), kidney beans and lima beans. These foods are high in protein and carbohydrates but low in fat.", "Green vegetables (including some salad vegetables), beetroot, cauliflower, asparagus, dried peas, beans and lentils are a good source of folate. Cruciferous vegetables (such as broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, brussels sprouts and bok choy) are believed to have compounds which provide protection against some cancers.egumes are the seeds of the plant and are eaten in their immature form as green peas and beans, and the mature form as dried peas, beans, lentils and chickpeas. Vegetables can be broken up into different groups, with each group providing their own unique nutrients.", "Beans and Vegetables Legumes. Beans and vegetable legumes shown in Table 9 (Crop Group 6) include several dry and succulent beans and peas, such as Southern peas and green/snap beans, as well as lima and mung beans. They are grown predominately in the High Plains and Rolling Plains.eans and Vegetables Legumes. Beans and vegetable legumes shown in Table 9 (Crop Group 6) include several dry and succulent beans and peas, such as Southern peas and green/snap beans, as well as lima and mung beans. They are grown predominately in the High Plains and Rolling Plains." ]

[ "I think they are all healthy, Rosenbloom says. Still, she says, some nuts are higher in certain nutrients than others. For instance, almonds are the best source of vitamin E, she says. Cashews are a good source of magnesium, and pistachios are rich in the phytonutrients important to eye health, she says.", "Composed predominantly of fat – with a fat content of 70+ percent – pecans contain more fat than just about any other nut. But don’t let fat content fool you; these large, buttery flavored nuts are rich in numerous vitamins and minerals known for promoting various aspects of health. Below I have outlined some of the most prominent nutrients found in pecans. The figures are based on a 1 ounce serving (28 grams) of pecans.", "Heat oven to 400° F. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss Brussels sprouts, pecans, oil, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Turn the Brussels sprouts cut-side down. Roast for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until the Brussels sprouts are golden and tender.", "Almonds, walnuts and pecans have 14 to 21 grams of total fat in a 1-ounce serving, but 84 percent of their fat consists of healthy unsaturated fats that help lower cholesterol. Almonds and pecans contain mostly monounsaturated fats. Walnuts are different because they have a large percentage of polyunsaturated fats, which includes omega-3 fatty acids that reduce inflammation. Just 1 ounce of walnuts has 2.6 grams, or more than 100 percent of the daily intake of omega-3 fatty acids.", "Health Benefits of Pecans. Offering unique and amazing benefits to the human diet, pecans are in the top 15 foods known for their antioxidant activity, according to the USDA. One of those antioxidants is vitamin E, which scientists say may convey neurological and cell protection.", "The Known Health Benefits of Pecans – What Pecans Have to Offer. Like many nuts, pecans have some awesome health benefits to offer. Here are over 7 health benefits of pecans. 1. Promoting Digestive Health, Relieving Constipation – Fiber is essential for promoting colon health and paving way for regular bowel movements.", "Eating almonds, pecans and walnuts may lower your total cholesterol by as much as 16 percent, according to research published in the September 2005 issue of the “Journal of Nutrition.” All three nuts contain healthy fats and phytochemicals that further contribute to their cholesterol-lowering benefits.", "Pecans are not just for pies. In fact, studies are showing that there is more to this nut than its delicious taste. Pecans are healthy nuts that come from the pecan tree (Carya illinoinensis), which is a tree primarily grown in North America. In fact, the name “pecan” was bestowed on this nut by North American Indians to describe the need to use a stone to crack its shell.", "Just make sure that you are using ingredients that are low in saturated fat and sugar so that you do not greatly affect your heart health: 1 Instead of raiding the snack machine, consume a handful of pecans as a snack to ward off the munchies. 2 Toss some pecans in your favorite salad to add a little extra crunch.", "All are similar in protein, fiber, and fat [content].. Still, she says, some nuts are higher in certain nutrients than others. For instance, almonds are the best source of vitamin E, she says. Cashews are a good source of magnesium, and pistachios are rich in the phytonutrients important to eye health, she says." ]

[ "It is illegal to carry any sharp or bladed instrument in a public place (with the exception of a folding pocket knife, which has a blade that is less than 7.62 cm (3 inches)). A lock knife is not a folding pocket knife and therefore it is illegal to carry around such a knife regardless of the length of the blade.", "It is illegal to: 1 sell a knife of any kind to anyone under 18 years old (16 to 18 year olds in Scotland can buy cutlery and kitchen knives). 2 carry a knife in public without good reason-unless it’s a knife with a folding blade 3 inches long (7.62 cm) or less, eg a Swiss Army knife.", "Basic laws on knives. It is illegal to: 1 sell a knife of any kind to anyone under 18 years old (16 to 18 year olds in Scotland can buy cutlery and kitchen knives). 2 carry a knife in public without good reason-unless it’s a knife with a folding blade 3 inches long (7.62 cm) or less, eg a Swiss Army knife.", "A lock knife is not a folding pocket knife and therefore it is illegal to carry around such a knife regardless of the length of the blade. A lock knife means a knife which is similar to a folding knife, in that there is a spring holding the blade closed.", "Across the UK and Republic of Ireland, it is against the law to carry a knife or an offensive weapon in a public place unless you have a good reason. If police think you are carrying an offensive weapon they can stop and search you.", "Across the UK and Republic of Ireland, it is against the law to carry a knife or an offensive weapon in a public place unless you have a good reason. If police think you are carrying an offensive weapon they can stop and search you. Exception.", "Across the UK and Republic of Ireland, it is against the law to carry a knife or an offensive weapon in a public place unless you have a good reason.", "The Criminal Justice Act (1988) says that you may carry a knife with a blade length of 3.0 or less so long as it is capable of folding. That means no fixed blade knives. But use your loaf-a knife has no place at a football match, in a pub, nightclub or school and becomes an offensive... show more What You Can Carry ...", "The laws about knives are quite complicated. It's OK if you're going fishing and have a penknife in your bag to use while you're fishing. Across the UK and Republic of Ireland, it is against the law to carry a knife or an offensive weapon in a public place unless you have a good reason.", "Basic laws on knives. It is illegal to: 1 sell a knife of any kind to anyone under 18 years old (16 to 18 year olds in Scotland can buy cutlery and kitchen knives)." ]

[ "These exchanges have strict listing requirements, and while they might not allow for as much of an upside as true penny stocks can, they tend to be more reliable. More often, though, penny stocks trade on listing services like OTCBB and Pink Sheets. Over-the-Counter Bulletin Board, or OTCBB, is a quotation.", "Market Leaders: OTC Stocks | Pink Sheets. This page has a list of OTC stocks that are most active or most gained today. Quickly find the best otc stock of the day and the worst otc stock of the day. Charge up your micro-cap portfolio with some OTCBB winners! The Nasdaq (OTC BB) quotes are delayed at least 15 minutes.", "Please note that once you make your selection, it will apply to all future visits to NASDAQ.com. If, at any time, you are interested in reverting to our default settings, please select Default Setting above. If you have any questions or encounter any issues in changing your default settings, please email [email protected].", "OTC Stocks. This page has a list of OTC stocks that are most active or most gained today. Quickly find the best otc stock of the day and the worst otc stock of the day. Charge up your micro-cap portfolio with some OTCBB winners! The Nasdaq (OTC BB) quotes are delayed at least 15 minutes.", "Contrary to their name, penny stocks rarely cost a penny. The SEC considers a penny stock to be pretty much anything under $5. And while there are sub $5 stocks trading on big exchanges like NYSE and NASDAQ, most investors don't think of these when asked to describe a penny stock.", "The only penny stocks site recommended in Barron's and by Forbes. Online since 1996, we pick stocks trading at under $5.00 that are listed on the NYSE, NASDAQ, and AMEX.", "The only penny stocks site recommended in Barron's and by Forbes, we pick stocks trading at under $5.00 that are listed on the NYSE, NASDAQ, and AMEX. Penny stock trading involves substantial risk, so always research every recommendation before trading, consult with licensed professionals before trading, and always trade with caution.", "AllPennyStocks.com is focused on the small-cap / penny stock market and has become a reputable name in the investment community. AllPennyStocks.com runs a Canadian and US site to provide investors in Canada as well as the United States with informative and unique content and information.", "AllPennyStocks.com runs a daily technical penny stocks to watch feature, has economic market write-ups throughout every business day, provides company spotlights, runs a unique most active pages strictly for penny stocks trading on the TSX, TSX Venture, Nasdaq and OTC BB, and much more for the average investor.", "AllPennyStocks.com provides a unique updated daily top 50 penny stocks list. The top 50 penny stocks list is comprised of the top 50 most active penny stocks traded under $1 on the OTCBB and TSX Venture exchange and the top 50 most active penny stocks traded under $5 on the Nasdaq and TSX." ]

[ "Answer Wiki. 1 Answer. Quora User, worked at Fountain Pens. No, but it is best to empty your pen of ink for your own benefit, as the change in air pressure will cause the pen to release all of its ink.", "The police responded and issued the passenger a criminal summons to appear in court – under the state statute – for carrying a concealed weapon. He was cleared for travel and there were no flight delays. #1 Oct 14, 2010.", "Pens and pencils are allowed on the plane. If you will be using liquid paper, make sure it is the tape kind and not the fluid kind. Pencil sharpeners are also allowed. Click on the TSA website link below for all the items that are not allowed: http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/p...", "This picture taken on December 5, 2015 shows promoters smoking electronic cigarettes during the Vape Fair in Kuala Lumpur. Why the U.S. Has Banned Vaping on Flights. The U.S. Department of Transportation has explicitly banned the use of electronic cigarettes, or vape pens, on commercial plane flights. The rule applies to all scheduled flights in, to, and from the U.S.", "My TSA. Learn what you can and can't take with you through the security checkpoint when you fly. Results will let you know if the item can be carried-on, put in checked baggage, or if it's not permitted for plane travel.", "However, the strength of laser pens can vary widely. Laser pens should have a maximum one milliwatt (mW) power output when sold to the public - one thousandth of a watt - according to Public Health England (PHE) guidelines. Such pointers are too weak to damage eyes - apart from in exceptional circumstances.", "Airplane Travel with Insulin Pens and/or Syringes. I will flying soon for the first time since having been diagnosed with diabetes. Any advice, information, or experiences to share regarding carrying pens and syringes will be most appreciated! Anne.", "According to the UK government, laser pointers - also known as laser pens - are those most commonly used against planes. They are usually portable, low-powered battery-operated devices. Image copyright Image caption High strength lasers can be used to cut tree trunks.", "Keep medicines, syringes, and blood sugar testing supplies in your carry-on luggage. Do not check these supplies with your luggage in case it is lost. Also, the cargo hold is not heated or insulated well, so medicine and supplies can be damaged.", "Report Abuse. 1 Pens and pencils are allowed on the plane. 2 Yes, it is always good to pack an extra anyway. 3 yes they are you will need them to fill out some paper work on the plane as well. No they are not as they could be dangerous to the pilot or other passengers." ]

[ "Many states exempt federal, state, and local government pensions (often with limitations) and 23 states exempt some private pension income. Alabama, Hawaii, Illinois, Mississippi, and Pennsylvania exempt virtually all pension income from their state income taxes. Except for Social Security, railroad retirement, and military retirement benefits, Connecticut's state income tax treats income from public and private pensions the same as any other income.", "According to a 2007 survey by the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL), of the 41 states with personal income taxes, all but four (Minnesota, Nebraska, Rhode Island, and Vermont) have at least one state income tax exemption for some pension and retirement income.", "A: The ERS is a ‘government defined benefit pension plan’. All benefits paid by ERS and reported to you on Form 1099-R are ‘pension’ benefits. For terminated members this includes refund of contributions and for retirees this includes option refund payments and disability benefits.", "There is no federal impediment to a different state tax policy for public and. private pensions, and, as the table indicates, some states provide less favorable tax treatment for private pension income than for public pensions. and Social Security retirement benefits.", "Q: Why is there a change to the pension amount in July? A: Every July beginning the calendar year after your retirement, you receive your post retirement increase of 2.5% of your original pension. As result, your pension will increase as well as your federal tax withholding.", "A: If you received benefits from the ERS during the previous year, your Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Form 1099-R will be mailed to your home address by January 31. Reprint/duplicate Form 1099-R requests may be requested approximately 2 weeks later to allow time for mail delivery. If you have a professional tax advisor, accountant, and/or tax preparer, we suggest that you make this information available for their review.", "In fact, twelve states and the District of Columbia fully tax private pensions. Those states are: Arizona, California, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Rhode Island, Vermont, and West Virginia. On the other hand, Alabama, Hawaii, and Illinois exempt nearly all retirement income. They exempt 100% of Social Security, military pensions, government pensions, and certain types of private pensions. Only Mississippi and Pennsylvania exempt all retirement income, including 401(k) and IRA distributions.", "Table 1 shows how states tax public and private pension and Social Security (SS) income, according to NCSL. Information applies to the 2007 tax year unless noted. Federal law prohibits states from taxing railroad retirement (RR) benefits, so the exemptions shown in Column 5 apply only to Social Security.", "According to NCSL, of the 41 states that have broad-based personal income taxes, 26 exempt 100% of Social Security benefits; 12 exempt 100% of military retirement benefits; 10 exempt all federal, state, and local government pension income; and 27 provide a full or partial exemption for private pension income.", "State Tax Exemptions for Military Pensions. Some states exempt military pensions from income taxes entirely. These states are: Alabama, Hawaii, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Wisconsin." ]

[ "If the employee is working in South Carolina, regardless of where he/she is a resident, the income earned in South Carolina is taxed by South Carolina. If a South Carolina resident is earning wages in a state that does not have a state income tax, the withholding should be for South Carolina.", "Additional amount, if any, you want withheld from each monthly annuity payment. Note: For monthly annuity payments, you cannot enter an amount here without entering the number (including zero) of allowances on line 2. This amount will be withheld in addition to the amount calculated using the marital status and allowances from line 2 above.", "1 North Carolina: The $2,000 deduction for income from private retirement plans is repealed beginning with the 2014 tax year. Oregon: The pension income credit against personal income taxes was extended for an additional six years.", "Please register to participate in our discussions with 1.5 million other members - it's free and quick! Some forums can only be seen by registered members. After you create your account, you'll be able to customize options and access all our 15,000 new posts/day with fewer ads.", "Note: For monthly annuity payments, you cannot enter an amount here without entering the number (including zero) of allowances on line 5. This amount will be withheld in addition to the amount calculated using the marital status and allowances from line 5 above.", "While some states tax pension benefits, only 14 states impose tax on Social Security income: Colorado, Connecticut, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, New Jersey, North Dakota, Rhode Island, Vermont and West Virginia.", "THE LANGUAGE USED IN THIS DOCUMENT DOES NOT CREATE ANY CONTRACTUAL RIGHTS OR ENTITLEMENTS AND DOES NOT CREATE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE MEMBER AND THE SOUTH CAROLINA RETIREMENT SYSTEMS. THE SOUTH CAROLINA RETIREMENT SYSTEMS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REVISE THE CONTENT OF THIS DOCUMENT.", "States generally taxing pension income include: Arizona, California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nebraska and North Carolina beginning with the 2014 tax year, North Dakota, Rhode Island, Vermont and West Virginia.", "Among states announcing or proposing changes to income tax for retirement plans in 2013 include: Kentucky: The Kentucky Blue Ribbon Commission on Tax Reform’s proposed reduction in the individual income tax pension exclusion from $41,110 to $30,000 was introduced but not enacted.", "States exempting a portion of pension income include: Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Utah, Virginia and Wisconsin." ]

[ "These long-lived perennials range from exquisitely delicate singles to large and lush doubles, with shades from pure white to the deepest red. Here in Connecticut they usually produce their display in June, and their glossy, deep green leaves look good all season. Peonies make superior cut flowers, lasting more than a week if cut in full bud.", "Paeonia -- Peony. In ten years, the deer have only once nibbled back the early spring sprouts, but the plant still bloomed! The deer know all plant parts could cause mild stomach upset (though in fall the leaves must lose their resistance and the deer sometimes help me cut mine back for winter)! Who can resist a late-spring bouquet of peonies?", "Our selection of deer-resistant plants are unappetizing to those curious critters, allowing you to create eye-catching displays throughout your garden and on your porches and patios, knowing the leaves and flowers will be able to reach their full stunning potential!", "Deer-Resistant Perennials. Perennial Plants Deer Don't Eat -- As Much. When we designate certain plants as deer-resistant perennials, we don't mean that Bambi never eats them. Rather, the term is meant to call attention to plants that Bambi finds less attractive than the other choices on his menu.", "Deer Resistant. Peonies. Peonies bloom from late Spring to early Summer. They come in an extensive range of colours including many pink shades as well as red, fuchsia, peachy-pink, yellow and white. They also differ in form; from fully double bomb types to the delicately simple singles and many unusual forms in between.", "Landscape Plants Rated by Deer Resistance. The following is a list of landscape plants rated according to their resistance to deer damage. The list was compiled with input from nursery and landscape professionals, Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES) Cooperative Extension personnel, and Master Gardeners in Northern N.J.", "Herbaceous Peonies die back to the ground in winter and send up new growth in the spring. Tree Peonies, listed below with their botanical designation Paeonia suffruticosa, are woody plants that retain their structure year-round.", "plant quick find clear. Peony. Perhaps the best-loved perennials, herbaceous peonies belong in almost every garden. Their sumptuous flowers -- single, semidouble, anemone centered or Japanese, and fully double -- in glorious shades of pinks and reds as well as white and yellow announce that spring has truly arrived. The handsome fingered foliage is usually dark green and remains good-looking all season long.", "Light reddish-purple flowers with a spicy fragrance. Vigorous Itoh Peony. A welcome cross between tree peonies and herbaceous peonies, Itoh Peonies are the best of both worlds. They borrow their domed, vigorous growth habit and very sturdy stems from tree peonies, with large, double flowers and disease-resistant, dark green foliage.", "Deer Resistant? I've seen peonies on several lists of deer-resistant plants. Please share your experience with whether or not the deer leave your peonies alone. We're thinking of putting some in our back yard which does get some deer traffic (we use several products to try to keep them off our plants). Peonies are my husband's favorite flower." ]

[ "Left handers may be more prone to accidents Left-handed and right-handed people view the world differently, scientists have shown.owever, a study published by The Lancet suggested there was no truth in the theory that left-handers are more likely to die prematurely. Left handers may be more prone to accidents. Psychologists found they use opposite sides of their brains when looking at, and making sense of, an image.", "August 07, 1989 | From Times staff and wire reports. Left-handed people appear to be more accident-prone than right-handers and are nearly twice as likely to suffer accident-related injuries, a new study showed last week.efties reported nearly twice as many injuries while driving as their right-handed counterparts. The situation appears even worse when women are excluded from the statistics--left-handed men suffered nearly 2 1/2 times more traffic injuries than right-handers.", "Email. It's not easy being a lefty. Statistics show left-handed people are more likely to be schizophrenic, alcoholic, delinquent, dyslexic, and have Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, as well as mental disabilities. They're also more likely to die young and get into accidents.atch That Left Hook. Here's the thinking: Most left-handed people would be practiced in fighting right-handed people (since right-handed people make up the majority), while most right-handed fighters would not be as prepared to fight someone who favors their left side. Advantage: lefties.", "It's not easy being a lefty. Statistics show left-handed people are more likely to be schizophrenic, alcoholic, delinquent, dyslexic, and have Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, as well as mental disabilities.They're also more likely to die young and get into accidents.atch That Left Hook. Here's the thinking: Most left-handed people would be practiced in fighting right-handed people (since right-handed people make up the majority), while most right-handed fighters would not be as prepared to fight someone who favors their left side. Advantage: lefties.", "In a previous four-year study of 1,896 students, one of the current study's authors, Stanley Coren of the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, found that left-handed people were 89% more likely to suffer serious accidents.eft-handed men in that study were at the greatest risk when behind the wheel of a car: They were 135% more likely than right-handers to have an automobile accident.", "Being left handed does not made you more accident prone. The world is set up to be easiest for right handed people. You have to adjust & work around right handed items, like scissors.eing left handed does not made you more accident prone. The world is set up to be easiest for right handed people. You have to adjust & work around right handed items, like scissors.", "The biggest problem appears to be on the highways. Lefties reported nearly twice as many injuries while driving as their right-handed counterparts. The situation appears even worse when women are excluded from the statistics--left-handed men suffered nearly 2 1/2 times more traffic injuries than right-handers.efties reported nearly twice as many injuries while driving as their right-handed counterparts. The situation appears even worse when women are excluded from the statistics--left-handed men suffered nearly 2 1/2 times more traffic injuries than right-handers.", "Most people think of left-handedness as a genetic thing, and while there is a link, new evidence indicates left-handedness may often be the result of developmental glitches. This, in turn, may make lefties more susceptible to some mental disorders, as well as being accident-prone.hile around one in ten people are left-handed, the study, published in this month's edition of the journal SAGE Open, found that four in ten of those with schizophrenic illnesses are lefties. That level of over-representation means that they appear to be four times more likely than right-handers to develop the illness.", "Research has suggested that left-handed people are more susceptible to a range of problems, including allergies, auto-immune diseases, depression, drug abuse, epilepsy, schizophrenia and sleeping disorders.owever, a study published by The Lancet suggested there was no truth in the theory that left-handers are more likely to die prematurely. Left handers may be more prone to accidents. Psychologists found they use opposite sides of their brains when looking at, and making sense of, an image.", "•Despite popular misperceptions, lefties aren't more accident prone than right-handed people and don't tend to die at a younger age. •Left-handedness has been linked to increased risk of certain neurodevelopmental disorders like schizophrenia and ADHD. Mixed-handedness is even more strongly associated with ADHD.bout 10% of people are left-handed, according to expert estimates. Another 1% of the population is mixed-handed. What causes people not to favor their right hand is only partly due to genetics—even identical twins, who have 100% of the same genes, don't always share handedness." ]

[ "A wonderful combination of tangy taste and crunchy texture, sweet bell peppers are the Christmas ornaments of the vegetable world with their beautifully shaped glossy exterior that comes in a wide array of vivid colors ranging from green, red, yellow, orange, purple, brown to black. wonderful combination of tangy taste and crunchy texture, sweet bell peppers are the Christmas ornaments of the vegetable world with their beautifully shaped glossy exterior that comes in a wide array of vivid colors ranging from green, red, yellow, orange, purple, brown to black.", "Bell peppers are sensitive to nutrient deficiencies. Bell peppers are a warm season vegetable grown for their sweet bell-shaped fruit. The fruit of these plants range in color from green and yellow to red and orange, and can be eaten fresh or included in culinary dishes.Bell peppers grow best in full sun with well-draining fertile soils.ore than one nutrient will cause yellow foliage on pepper plants when deficient. Nitrogen deficiency causes whole pepper plants--stem and foliage alike--to develop a light green to yellow color. Low levels of sulfur will also result in yellow leaves. Too little molybdenum causes plants to develop yellow-green foliage.", "Peppers have a lot going for them. They're low in calories and are loaded with good nutrition. All varieties are excellent sources of vitamins A and C, potassium, folic acid, and fiber. Plus, the spicy ones liven up bland food, making it more satisfying. Peppers come in all sizes and colors.Some pack heat. Others are sweet. You can get them fresh, frozen, dried, or canned. You've seen bell peppers -- green, orange, yellow, and red -- in the grocery store or in a salad bar. Red peppers pack the most nutrition, because they've been on the vine longest.hey're low in calories and are loaded with good nutrition. All varieties are excellent sources of vitamins A and C, potassium, folic acid, and fiber. Plus, the spicy ones liven up bland food, making it more satisfying. Peppers come in all sizes and colors. Some pack heat.", "Cultivars of the plant produce fruits in different colors, including red, yellow, orange, green, chocolate/brown, vanilla/white, and purple. Bell peppers are sometimes grouped with less pungent pepper varieties as sweet peppers.. Peppers are native to Mexico, Central America and northern South America.The ribs and seeds inside bell peppers may be consumed, but some find the taste to be bitter.ell peppers are sometimes grouped with less pungent pepper varieties as sweet peppers.. Peppers are native to Mexico, Central America and northern South America. The ribs and seeds inside bell peppers may be consumed, but some find the taste to be bitter.", "Fresh bell peppers, red or green, are rich source of vitamin-C. This vitamin is especially concentrated in red peppers at the highest levels. 100 g red pepper provides about 127.7 µg or about 213% of RDA of vitamin C.urther, capsicum (sweet pepper) is also good in B-complex group of vitamins such as niacin, pyridoxine (vitamin B-6), riboflavin, and thiamin (vitamin B-1). These vitamins are essential in the sense that body requires them from external sources to replenish.", "Bell pepper, also known as sweet pepper, is one of the most commonly employed chili peppers in the Capsicum annuum family. Sweet peppers are fruit pods on the capsicum plant grown for their subtle hotness yet sweet, delicate peppery flavor they extend to the recipes.urther, capsicum (sweet pepper) is also good in B-complex group of vitamins such as niacin, pyridoxine (vitamin B-6), riboflavin, and thiamin (vitamin B-1). These vitamins are essential in the sense that body requires them from external sources to replenish.", "Bell pepper has adequate levels of essential minerals. Some of the main minerals in it are iron, copper, zinc, potassium, manganese, magnesium, and selenium. Manganese is used by the body as a co-factor for the antioxidant enzyme, superoxide dismutase.urther, capsicum (sweet pepper) is also good in B-complex group of vitamins such as niacin, pyridoxine (vitamin B-6), riboflavin, and thiamin (vitamin B-1). These vitamins are essential in the sense that body requires them from external sources to replenish.", "Like other peppers, jalapenos are a rich source of vitamin C, with almost 17 milligrams in a small pepper. That is equal to 18 percent of the recommended daily allowance for men and 23 percent for women.alapenos are a variety of chili pepper. Although small in size at just 2 to 4 inches long, the jalapeno pepper packs a nutritional punch, with notable amounts of two important vitamins. Jalapenos are just one variety of chili pepper, a nightshade vegetable well known for a hot and pungent flavor.", "Jalapeno peppers nutrition facts. Jalapeno peppers are one of the favored varieties of chili peppers used in the North American cuisine, especially in the Southern states, where Tex-Mex cuisine is popular.Just as in other chili peppers, jalapenos too originated in the Mexico.alapeno peppers are one of the favored varieties of chili peppers used in the North American cuisine, especially in the Southern states, where Tex-Mex cuisine is popular. Just as in other chili peppers, jalapenos too originated in the Mexico.", "The Nutrition of Bell Peppers. Bell peppers are a delicious vegetable that can be enjoyed either raw or cooked. When served raw, bell peppers have a crisp texture that lends itself to salads and makes a perfect complement to dips.When bell peppers are cooked they take on a smoky, sweetness that enhances many dishes.utritional Value. Bell peppers contain very high amounts of vitamin C and Vitamin A. One cup of raw, red bell peppers supplies roughly 290 percent of the recommended daily allowance of vitamin C and 105 percent of the RDA for vitamin A. Bell peppers also contain significant amounts of vitamin B 6 and dietary fiber." ]

[ "Examples of monocots and dicots. To know the difference between monocots and dicots for various characters like seed structure, leaves, stem and vascular system, roots, flowers, pollen grain, stamen, seedpod, fruit, seed etc. visit the page Monocotyledons Vs Dicotyledons.", "Best Answer: The first four are all dicots. In the 'evergreen tree' category one can come across both , Gymnosperm like conifers that are evergreen but NOT dicot AND Angiosperms that are BOTH , Evergreen as well as Dicot. Following is the list of only those trees that are BOTH, evergreen and dicots at the same time. 1) Ficus or Banyan tree.", "Back to : theagricos.com > Seed technology > Seed > Monocots and Dicots. Species with one cotyledon are called as monocotyledonous or monocots. Species with two cotyledons are called as dicotyledonous or dicots. To know the difference between monocots and dicots for various characters like seed structure, leaves, stem and vascular system, roots, flowers, pollen grain, stamen, seedpod, fruit, seed etc. visit the page Monocotyledons Vs Dicotyledons.", "Bamboo, daylillies, amaryllis, & iris are common garden monocots. Dicot: beans & peas, potatoes eggplant, tomato, peppers, squash, cucumbers, melons, coffee, citrus, apples, plums, cherries, broccoli, turnips, & yams. Roses, geraniums, and rhododendrons are dicots. This Site Might Help You.", "Monocot or dicot is a plant distinction you may want to know when you’re growing peppers from seed. Monocot plants and dicot plants present differently. Although peppers are hardy in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 9 through, 11, they are usually grown as annuals.", "Flowering plants are classified as monocots (Liliopsida) or dicots (Magnoliopsida). Plants in the grass family (Poacea) are monocots. Ryegrass is one of the six monocot food grasses that provide--directly or indirectly--75 percent of the food people eat. Keywords: monocot ryegrass, monocot plants, ryegrass dicot, ryegrass monocot, ryegrass facts. A freelance writer, Judy Wolfe has owned Prose for the Pros, a freelance writing business, since 2006.", "Peppers (Capsicum annuum spp.) are members of Solanaceae family. They have two cotyledons, so they peppers are dicots. They possess flowers with five parts and a central taproot surrounded by a network of auxiliary roots. These characteristics identify peppers as dicots, which comes in handy when you weed your pepper plot early in the season.", "Monocots - Orchids, Lilies, Irises, Grasses, Rushes, Duckweeds, Pondweeds, Sedges, Flowering-rushes, Arums Dicots - Bogbeans, Bellflowers, Bedstraws, Figworts, Valerians, Bladderworts, Periwinkles, Borages, Umbellifers, Dodders Sorry if some are not easy to find..", "Magnoliopsida (Dicotyledons, Dicots): Members of this class produce an embryo with paired cotyledons and possess a net-like veination structure in their leaves. Piper plants are neither monocot or eudicot (true dicotyledon). Piperales: Order of dicot flowering plants containing herbs, shrubs, and small trees. Members of this order have small flowers clustered together in cone shaped structures. Piperaceae(Pepper family): Family of Piperales who generally live in warm, tropical, foliated and shady habitats. Piper: Genus of plants that contains pepper vines. This term comes from the ancient Tamil word pippali meaning long pepper.", "Source(s): From A Botanist of Repute. These are all dicots except the evergreen tree which is neither a monocot nor a dicot. Monocots and dicots are flowering plants. An evergreen tree is a gymnosperm - a cone-bearning plant, not a flowering plant." ]

[ "Hot Peppers. Hot peppers, Capsicum annuum, also called chili peppers, are toxic. Chili peppers are commonly used in the garden and the kitchen for their hot, spicy flavor. The hot flavor is actually a result of the mildly poisonous nature of the plant.The leaves and fruits of chili peppers are toxic when touched and eaten. The burning sensation you get when you handle or eat hot peppers is the toxicity of the plant.When large quantities of pepper are consumed, you will feel a burning of the throat, tongue, eyes and skin.he hot flavor is actually a result of the mildly poisonous nature of the plant. The leaves and fruits of chili peppers are toxic when touched and eaten. The burning sensation you get when you handle or eat hot peppers is the toxicity of the plant.", "The names suggest that ornamental peppers are something that should be eaten, when in fact they are poisonous and dangerous to pets and wildlife. The plant is toxic to dogs, cats and horses. When ingested, ornamental pepper plants may cause gastrointestinal ulcers, seizures, respiratory problems and shock.he hot flavor is actually a result of the mildly poisonous nature of the plant. The leaves and fruits of chili peppers are toxic when touched and eaten. The burning sensation you get when you handle or eat hot peppers is the toxicity of the plant.", "Since your gastrointestinal tract feels the heat the most when you eat a spicy dish, you might feel most concerned about the effect on your mouth, stomach and intestines. But while your mouth and stomach feel like they're burning after eating hot peppers, they're actually not.picy foods do not cause heartburn or stomach ulcer but can worsen both conditions. Water doesn't quench the heat well if you feel the burn in your mouth and stomach, since the oils in the pepper contain the spicy components. Oils don't dissolve well in water; try drinking milk instead.", "Spicy peppers burn going down but usually won't harm you. When you eat spicy food, you might feel like your mouth -- or the top of your head -- is about to explode.But eating spicy food doesn't generally cause any serious long-term effects.While peppers often add the kick that hurts to different food dishes, one compound in peppers, capsaicin, might actually have health benefits rather than adverse effects.picy foods do not cause heartburn or stomach ulcer but can worsen both conditions. Water doesn't quench the heat well if you feel the burn in your mouth and stomach, since the oils in the pepper contain the spicy components. Oils don't dissolve well in water; try drinking milk instead.", "('Hot' and 'sweet' peppers can be from the same species but are different cultivars.) Most of the heat is in the placental tissues of the pepper, and consequently the seeds-notice the increase in heat if you eat a pepper from the blossom end up.f they were poisonous, you'd think hot pepper seeds would be too, though, and yet millions of people eat them every day without incident.", "If a dog is not trained properly and is spoiled, it can be harmful to the people in the house or strangers. But domestic dogs in general are not harmful creatures. … I've been trying to say that, I don't know what is happening, yes, domestic dogs are not generally harmful.hen used as a seasoning, no, black pepper is not dangerous to dogs. Dogs can eat meat or vegetables that have been lightly seasoned with black pepper. However, straight black … pepper can cause irritation to the mouth and nasal membranes, including the traditional sneeze response. + 71 others found this useful.", "Spicy foods do not cause heartburn or stomach ulcer but can worsen both conditions. Water doesn't quench the heat well if you feel the burn in your mouth and stomach, since the oils in the pepper contain the spicy components. Oils don't dissolve well in water; try drinking milk instead.picy foods do not cause heartburn or stomach ulcer but can worsen both conditions. Water doesn't quench the heat well if you feel the burn in your mouth and stomach, since the oils in the pepper contain the spicy components. Oils don't dissolve well in water; try drinking milk instead.", "Red bell peppers are richer in vitamin C than most citrus fruit. Red bell peppers are harvested green bell peppers that have ripened and matured, taking on a red color and a sweeter, milder flavor. They are rich in vitamins and can supplement your diet with essential minerals.ed bell peppers are harvested green bell peppers that have ripened and matured, taking on a red color and a sweeter, milder flavor.", "Fruits are simple sugars: the energy foods of the natural world. Just like with people, fruits can give a flow of energy to your body while being sweet and enjoyable. More so than vegetables, however, fruits are considered more toxic to your dog.In many cases, it is simply the seeds, pits or stems that are poisonous.Give your dog a sliced apple with the skin attached and seeds removed as a healthy treat; or even some tomato if your pooch will eat it.ruits are simple sugars: the energy foods of the natural world. Just like with people, fruits can give a flow of energy to your body while being sweet and enjoyable. More so than vegetables, however, fruits are considered more toxic to your dog.", "Black pepper and white pepper are safe when used in food amounts and might be safe for most people when used in medicinal amounts. Pepper might have a burning aftertaste. Taking large amounts of black and white pepper by mouth, which can accidentally get into the lungs, has been reported to cause death.lack pepper and white pepper are safe when used in food amounts and might be safe for most people when used in medicinal amounts. Pepper might have a burning aftertaste. Taking large amounts of black and white pepper by mouth, which can accidentally get into the lungs, has been reported to cause death." ]

[ "Capsaicin is a common ingredient in creams and ointments used in the treatment of arthritis to relieve such symptoms as arthritis neck pain, muscle pain, and joint stiffness. Many over the counter ointments use capsaicin as their primary pain relieving ingredient.atients often find these creams helpful in the relief of arthritis neck pain. However, few realize the origins of their favorite arthritis neck pain relieving topical treatment is a derivative of a common household spice. Capsaicin is derived from red pepper or Cayenne pepper.", "Patients often find these creams helpful in the relief of arthritis neck pain. However, few realize the origins of their favorite arthritis neck pain relieving topical treatment is a derivative of a common household spice. Capsaicin is derived from red pepper or Cayenne pepper.It can have relieving effects on arthritis neck pain when taken orally or used topically. Capsicum, the active ingredient in red pepper that is used for arthritis neck pain relief, among other arthritic issues, interferes with the body’s perception of pain.atients often find these creams helpful in the relief of arthritis neck pain. However, few realize the origins of their favorite arthritis neck pain relieving topical treatment is a derivative of a common household spice. Capsaicin is derived from red pepper or Cayenne pepper.", "Some people apply capsicum to the skin for pain caused by shingles, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and fibromyalgia. It is also used topically for nerve pain (neuropathy) associated with diabetes and HIV, other types of nerve pain (neuralgia), and back pain.ne form of capsicum is currently being studied as a drug for migraine, osteoarthritis, and other painful conditions. A particular form of capsicum causes intense eye pain and other unpleasant effects when it comes in contact with the face. This form is used in self-defense pepper sprays.", "Capsicum, also known as red pepper or chili pepper, is an herb. The fruit of the capsicum plant is used to make medicine. Capsicum is used for various problems with digestion including upset stomach, intestinal gas, stomach pain, diarrhea, and cramps.ne form of capsicum is currently being studied as a drug for migraine, osteoarthritis, and other painful conditions. A particular form of capsicum causes intense eye pain and other unpleasant effects when it comes in contact with the face. This form is used in self-defense pepper sprays.", "Easing the pain caused by arthritis. Arthritis comes from the Greek word arthron meaning joint. Arthritis literally means 'joint inflammation'. According to the Arthritis Foundation, there are more than 100 different diseases that produce joint pain and inflammation-everything from the flu to certain cancers.The two most common forms of 'arthritis' are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.asing the pain caused by arthritis. Arthritis comes from the Greek word arthron meaning joint. Arthritis literally means 'joint inflammation'. According to the Arthritis Foundation, there are more than 100 different diseases that produce joint pain and inflammation-everything from the flu to certain cancers.", "Osteoarthritis (OA), also called arthritis, is a painful condition caused by a gradual loss of cartilage from the joints and, in some people, joint inflammation (figure 1). Arthritis can affect almost any joint, although it occurs most frequently in the hands, knees, hips, and spine.steoarthritis (OA), also called arthritis, is a painful condition caused by a gradual loss of cartilage from the joints and, in some people, joint inflammation (figure 1). Arthritis can affect almost any joint, although it occurs most frequently in the hands, knees, hips, and spine.", "Overview. Native Americans have used cayenne (Capsicum annuum, frutescens, or red pepper) as both food and medicine for at least 9,000 years. The hot and spicy taste of cayenne pepper is mostly due to a substance known as capsaicin, which helps reduce pain.verview. Native Americans have used cayenne (Capsicum annuum, frutescens, or red pepper) as both food and medicine for at least 9,000 years. The hot and spicy taste of cayenne pepper is mostly due to a substance known as capsaicin, which helps reduce pain.", "To reduce the burning sensation, remove the seeds from the peppers before you eat or cook with them. Also, if you eat bananas along with the peppers, you may reduce the burning sensation. Extremely high intake of capsaicin may cause ulcers, but it's rare for anyone to consume enough for this to be a problem.upplement use. When you eat hot peppers or take capsaicin as a dietary supplement, the capsaicin may improve your digestion by increasing the digestive fluids in the stomach and by fighting bacteria that could cause an infection. It may also help fight diarrhea caused by bacterial infection.", "That term is used when you heat an oil with something (in this case the peppers or pepper powder) and then let it sit so the oil takes on the scent, taste and other attributes of whatever you are infusing it with (again the pepper in this case).ote: It is normal for there to be somewhat of a burning sensation when first applied. If you have sensitive skin, use with caution. Always wear gloves when handling hot pepper powder, and avoid any contact with your eyes.", "Because arthritis is a disease of inflammation, the most effective — and logical — treatment is anything that fights inflammation. Medical management of arthritis usually starts with ibuprofen and other anti-inflammatory medications, and nutritional care starts with anti-inflammatory foods.esearch has demonstrated that certain antioxidants may help prevent arthritis, slow its progression and relieve pain. 1 Vitamin C: Vitamin C is one of the nutrients most responsible for the health of collagen, a major component of cartilage." ]

[ "1 Hormone. 2 can be either hydrophilic (polypeptide hormone) or lipophilic (steroid) biogenic amines can be either. 3 binds specific receptor on cell surface (hydrophilic hormones) or inside cell (lipophilic hormones). 4 lipophilic hormones bind carrier proteins to travel in circulation; hydrophilic hormones travel freely.efinitions. 1 Hormone. 2 can be either hydrophilic (polypeptide hormone) or lipophilic (steroid) biogenic amines can be either. 3 binds specific receptor on cell surface (hydrophilic hormones) or inside cell (lipophilic hormones).", "The hydrophobic hormones appear to diffuse across the membrane into the cell (although there are claims of a specific transport mechanism) and bind with high affinity and specificity to their respective receptor protein (see Estrogen Receptors).he nature of the protein determines the phenotypic expression of the hormone action: For example, if the protein is an enzyme involved in gluconeogenesis, the blood glucose level will change; if it is a growth factor, cell replication will be affected. Figure 1. Mechanism of action of lipophilic hormones.", "Lipophilic Hormones with Intracellular Receptors. Many lipid-soluble hormones diffuse across the plasma membrane and interact with receptors in the cytosol or nucleus. The resulting hormone-receptor complexes bind to transcription-control regions in DNA thereby affecting expression of specific genes (see Figure 20-2a).Hormones of this type include the steroids (e.g., cortisol, progesterone, estradiol, and testosterone), thyroxine, and retinoic acid (see Figure 10-65).he resulting hormone-receptor complexes bind to transcription-control regions in DNA thereby affecting expression of specific genes (see Figure 20-2a). Hormones of this type include the steroids (e.g., cortisol, progesterone, estradiol, and testosterone), thyroxine, and retinoic acid (see Figure 10-65).", "• Lipophilic Hormones (Hydrophobic Hormones): •Hormones that are not soluble in aqueous medium, but soluble in lipid; •They can easily cross the cell membrane, •Thus, they can enter target cells and bind to intracellular receptors to carryout their action; •Examples: Thyroid hormones, Steroid hormones; Lipophilic Hormones (Hydrophobic Hormones): •Hormones that are not soluble in aqueous medium, but soluble in lipid; •They can easily cross the cell membrane, •Thus, they can enter target cells and bind to intracellular receptors to carryout their action; •Examples: Thyroid hormones, Steroid hormones;", "Definitions. 1 Hormone. 2 can be either hydrophilic (polypeptide hormone) or lipophilic (steroid) biogenic amines can be either. 3 binds specific receptor on cell surface (hydrophilic hormones) or inside cell (lipophilic hormones).efinitions. 1 Hormone. 2 can be either hydrophilic (polypeptide hormone) or lipophilic (steroid) biogenic amines can be either. 3 binds specific receptor on cell surface (hydrophilic hormones) or inside cell (lipophilic hormones).", "Hydrophilic hormones readily dissolve in the plasma. They meet their receptors on the surface of the outer membrane for their target cells.Lipophilic hormones cannot dissolve in plasma, so they must travel bound to protein.The protein must unbind in order for the hormone to have any action.here must be a need for synthesis, and they are similar to other proteins in the cell. They are finally stored in vesicles for exocytosis.Lipophilic hormones typically derive from a cholesterol precursor, via enzymatic modification. Their secretion depends upon their synthesis.", "location of receptors, mechanism by which binding induces effect of hormone, varies. • hydrophilic peptides, catecholamines, not able to pass → lipid membranes, bind with receptors on cell surface • lipophilic steroids, thyroid hormone easily pass → surface membrane, bind with specific receptors inside target cell.teroid hormones. penetrate plasma membrane • Bind to intracellular receptors-in cytoplasm or nucleus • Hormone binding activates receptor-forms complexes with other proteins-binds to specific receptor sites (hormone response elements) on DNA to initiate protein synthesis-hormone then cleared from cell.", "Proteins, peptides, and modified amino acids. These hydrophilic (and mostly large) hormone molecules bind to receptors on the surface of target cells; that is, cells able to respond to the presence of the hormone.These receptors are transmembrane proteins.he hormone binds to the receptor and the complex binds to hormone response elements — stretches of DNA within the promoters of genes responsive to the hormone. The hormone/receptor complex acts as a transcription factor turning target genes on (or off).", "1 The hormone binds to a site on the extracellular portion of the receptor. 2 The receptors are transmembrane proteins that pass through the plasma membrane 7 times, with their N-terminal exposed at the exterior of the cell and their C-terminal projecting into the cytoplasm.he hormone binds to the receptor and the complex binds to hormone response elements — stretches of DNA within the promoters of genes responsive to the hormone. The hormone/receptor complex acts as a transcription factor turning target genes on (or off).", "The nature of the protein determines the phenotypic expression of the hormone action: For example, if the protein is an enzyme involved in gluconeogenesis, the blood glucose level will change; if it is a growth factor, cell replication will be affected. Figure 1. Mechanism of action of lipophilic hormones.(a) Mechanism of action of lipophilic hormones. (b) Receptors of lipophilic hormones. The effects of steroid hormones are usually long-term, needing hours to be exerted.It is becoming increasingly evident, however, that some steroid hormones act very rapidly, by binding to membranes and altering the intracellular concentrations of Ca, Na, and other ions (5).he nature of the protein determines the phenotypic expression of the hormone action: For example, if the protein is an enzyme involved in gluconeogenesis, the blood glucose level will change; if it is a growth factor, cell replication will be affected. Figure 1. Mechanism of action of lipophilic hormones." ]

[ "Employees traveling overnight will be paid a per diem amount designed to cover the cost of three meals per day for all days of travel other than the day of departure and return. The maximum per diem for three meals is $28.00 per day for travel within most areas of Georgia.", "Generally, meals and certain incidental travel expenses are reimbursable on a per diem basis (not actual expenses) for overnight official business travel outside the traveler’s official station. The College will reimburse meal expenses based on a fixed allowance. College Travel Regulations refer to the fixed allowance as the Meals and Incidental Expense (M&IE) Per Diem. The following subsections provide requirements for meal expense reimbursements.", "Stephanie White/Photodisc/Getty Images. Per diem, which means “per day” in Latin, constitutes a form of payment to cover expenses incurred on business trips. Permissible expenditures for per diem pay include food, lodging and incidental expenses, which include room service, laundry, dry cleaning, tips and fees. The federal government maintains a handful of laws regarding per diem expenses, including a chart of permissible per diem rates.", "[10] Do I pay the same rate each day the employee is travelling? [11] Is there a per diem rate for lodging? [12] Can I pay a combined rate for Lodging, Meals, and Incidental Expenses? [13] What if the combined rate I pay my employees is less than the federal per diem rate?", "1 If a specific city is not listed, use the “Other” rate shown for that country. 2 The M&IE portion of the maximum per diem rate covers the cost of meals as well as incidental expenses. 3 Printouts of appropriate rates for the time of travel must be attached to the travel voucher for reimbursement.", "The M&IE per diem shall be paid directly to the traveler even where it can be shown that one traveler incurred the expenses on behalf of another. The applicable M&IE per diem, or fraction thereof, is payable to the traveler without itemization of expense or receipts.", "Meal expenses will be paid for the federal per diem (less the federal “incidentals” allowance) rate established for the travel destination. The TechWorks Employee T&E System will pull rates effective at the time of travel for the travel location where the employee spends the night.", "On a travel departure or return day, 75% of the Meals per diem is reimbursed. For example, if the M&IE rate allows a $46 total reimbursement, $36.00 [($46 - $5 = $41 x .75) = $30.75 + $5 = $35.75 which is rounded up to $36] would be allowable on a travel departure or return day.", "I. General Meal Per Diem Guidelines. Meals are reimbursable on a per diem basis (not actual expenses) for overnight official business travel outside the traveler’s Primary Work Station. The T&E System will provide the proper per diem amounts based on travel to specific cities. Daily meal allowances include taxes/meal tips and are divided into breakfast/lunch/dinner amounts to allow travelers to deduct specific meals, where required. Per diem expenses do not require receipts to be provided.", "The law further stipulates that all per diem rates be established in accordance with the cost of living in each city. An employee who abandons an assignment before completion due to illness or emergency should still receive a per diem for each day spent on assignment." ]

[ "If you place quotation marks around a letter or number, usually the period or comma falls outside the quotes. This is the only incidence that ignores the fact that most periods go inside quotation marks. The letter in quotes stands alone. In most other incidences, though, you’ll find periods go inside and so do commas. Note the commas, though they probably are not part of the original quote.", "When type was handset, a period or comma outside of quotation marks at the end of a sentence tended to get knocked out of position, so the printers tucked the little devils inside the quotation marks to keep them safe and out of trouble.", "Do periods and commas ALWAYS go inside of quotation marks? Hi, Like for instance if I'm listing beatles' songs in a sentence, separated by commas and each one in quotes, then it would look like this... Strawberry Fields Forever, Penny Lane, All You Need Is Love, Hey Jude, Norwegian Wood, Come... show more Hi,", "While you can stand by the rule that most periods and commas go inside the quotation marks if you’re writing in American English, there are different rules for other types of punctuation. Question marks produce their own questions.", "If it is part of the quotation itself, we put it inside the quotation marks, and if it governs the sentence as a whole but not the material being quoted, we put it outside the quotation marks.", "Place a question mark or exclamation point within closing quotation marks if the punctuation applies to the quotation itself. Place the punctuation outside the closing quotation marks if the punctuation applies to the whole sentence.", "show more Hi, Like for instance if I'm listing beatles' songs in a sentence, separated by commas and each one in quotes, then it would look like this... Strawberry Fields Forever, Penny Lane, All You Need Is Love, Hey Jude, Norwegian Wood, Come Together, I Am The Walrus, Across The Universe, etc.", "Now, keep in mind that this comma and period inside the quotation marks business is strictly American usage. The British don't do it that way.", "When it comes to commas and periods, though, logic doesn't enter into the equation, at least not in the United States. Universal American usage places commas and periods inside the quotation marks, regardless of logic. ~The buried treasure was marked on the map with a large X.", "The standard rule in American punctuation is that periods go inside quotation marks, as do most commas, even if the punctuation is not part of the quote. American English is known for its exceptions to rules, and there is one type of incidence where it would not be the case that periods go inside quotation marks." ]

[ "To get Social Security retirement benefits while in the United States, a retiree must be legally here. However, U.S. citizens, permanent residents and even some undocumented immigrants can get those benefits if they move abroad.", "Old age security (OAS) is a federally funded monthly pension, which is paid to eligible seniors who have reached the age of 65, are Canadian citizens or permanent residents, and have lived in Canada for at least 10 years after the age of 18.", "Cheryl Thompson, Queens. A. Your friend is wrong. As a lawful permanent resident, you qualify for retirement benefits while in the United States and perhaps even if you move abroad. You need not become a U.S. citizen.", "What permanent residents can do. As a permanent resident, you have the right to: 1 get most social benefits that Canadian citizens receive, including health care coverage, 2 live, work or study anywhere in Canada, 3 apply for Canadian citizenship, 4 protection under Canadian law and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.", "Old age security. Old age security (OAS) is a federally funded monthly pension, which is paid to eligible seniors who have reached the age of 65, are Canadian citizens or permanent residents, and have lived in Canada for at least 10 years after the age of 18.", "If you are a U.S. green card holder (“permanent resident”) who finds yourself in need, you may consider applying for public benefits (government financial or other assistance).", "Permanent residents cannot apply for SSI benefits until they have lived in the U.S. for five years. After five years in the U.S., a permanent resident will qualify for SSI only if he or she has credit for 40 quarters of work.", "A. Your friend is wrong. As a lawful permanent resident, you qualify for retirement benefits while in the United States and perhaps even if you move abroad. You need not become a U.S. citizen. Your friend’s information represents a common myth. Let’s review the rules.", "As a lawful permanent resident, you qualify for retirement benefits while in the United States and perhaps even if you move abroad. You need not become a U.S. citizen. Your friend’s information represents a common myth. Let’s review the rules.", "Social security benefits. U.S. social security benefits paid to a resident of Canada are taxed in Canada as if they were benefits under the Canada Pension Plan, except that 15% of the amount of the benefit is exempt from Canadian tax. Alimony." ]

[ "Class of 2020. Students who are not U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents are considered international students. Barnard College is able to award a small number of need-based scholarships for international students in each first-year entering class.Barnard is unable to assist international transfer students.tudents who are not U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents are considered international students.", "If you are a U.S. citizen, a permanent resident (hold a green card) or a qualifying visa holder who has lived abroad, and you have not established California residency, you will be considered an out-of-state student for tuition purposes for at least one year.You will have to pay out-of-state tuition.Specific criteria determine a student's eligibility for California residency. Qualifying visa holders are A, E, G, I, K, L, H1, H4 and permanent residents. Non-qualifying visa holders are F and B students..S. citizens and permanent residents (other than non-immigrant aliens, such as students in F or B status) may qualify for AB540 which grants an exemption from paying nonresident tuition at Foothill College if they:", "Students who are not U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents are considered international students.tudents who are not U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents are considered international students.", "Permanent Residents. Permanent residents are individuals who have authorization to live and work in the United States permanently. Learn more about permanent residency from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Students who wish to become permanent residents must apply through U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.The University cannot provide legal advice or guidance for persons wishing to become permanent residents.However, Krittika Onsanit can provide a list of immigration lawyers available to international students and scholars.he University cannot provide legal advice or guidance for persons wishing to become permanent residents. However, Krittika Onsanit can provide a list of immigration lawyers available to international students and scholars.", "All permanent residents (Green Card holders) will be considered as international students for admission and records purposes.our status as a permanent resident does not expire with the 10-year validity (only the card expires). The card is only valid up to the expiration date and must be renewed before it expires. A conditional permanent resident is issued a card valid for two years.", "Additionally, international students, U.S. citizens and permanent residents who attended (or attend) universities outside of the United States must submit a course-by-course evaluation of their academic records by Educational Credential Services Inc.(ECE) in order for their work to be calculated for transfer credit.f you are not a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident, you must certify that you have sufficient financial resources to study in the United States. You must submit a certification of finances in order for University of the Pacific to create documents necessary for your F1 visa application.", "The application fee for international students (non-U.S. citizens or permanent residents) is $75 (non-refundable). I have lived in Texas for five years, and I have documents from a school in a foreign country.he application fee for international students (non-U.S. citizens or permanent residents) is $75 (non-refundable). I have lived in Texas for five years, and I have documents from a school in a foreign country.", "For application purposes, international students at Foothill College are students who hold or will apply for an F-1 student visa. You are not considered an international student for application purposes and you will need to fill out a domestic student application form if you are:.S. citizens and permanent residents (other than non-immigrant aliens, such as students in F or B status) may qualify for AB540 which grants an exemption from paying nonresident tuition at Foothill College if they:", "If you have applied for U.S. permanent residency, please note that you will be considered an international student and be charged international student tuition rates, until you submit a copy of your green card to Research Support and International Affairs (RSIA).f you have applied for U.S. permanent residency, please note that you will be considered an international student and be charged international student tuition rates, until you submit a copy of your green card to Research Support and International Affairs (RSIA).", "Many of the scholarships are need based. Ross MBA students (U.S. citizens and permanent residents) are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www.fafsa.ed.gov to be considered for all scholarships.Target email notifications will be sent to students when scholarship opportunities are available.any of the scholarships are need based. Ross MBA students (U.S. citizens and permanent residents) are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www.fafsa.ed.gov to be considered for all scholarships." ]

[ "No person shall drive or be in actual physical control of a vessel or manipulate any water skis, aquaplane, or any other marine transportation device while: 1 There is 0.08% or more by weight of alcohol in the blood. 2 Under the influence of alcohol. Under the influence of a controlled substance.", "1 Louisiana boaters are required to carry at least one Type IV (throwable device) PFD aboard any motorized vessel. 2 Flotation devices that are ripped or are in poor condition are not considered approved. 3 Someone being towed behind the boat is considered aboard. All PWC occupants must be wearing their PFD while underway.", "Missouri PFD Requirements. Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) The Missouri State Water Patrol requires one wearable Type I, II, III, or V PFD for each person aboard a vessel less than 16 feet in length or any length canoe or kayak.", "PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE: Louisiana law requires that all children 16 years of age and younger wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved PFD while underway on a vessel less than 26 feet long. The PFD must be fastened and of the proper size for the child.", "Louisiana PFD Requirements. Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) The Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries requires one wearable Type I, II or III PFD for each person aboard a vessel less than 16 feet in length or any length canoe or kayak. Ensure PFDs are readily accessible.", "Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) 1 The Missouri State Water Patrol requires one wearable Type I, II, III, or V PFD for each person aboard a vessel less than 16 feet in length or any length canoe or kayak. Ensure PFDs are readily accessible.", "Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) 1 The Missouri State Water Patrol requires one wearable Type I, II, III, or V PFD for each person aboard a vessel less than 16 feet in length or any length canoe or kayak. 2 Ensure PFDs are readily accessible. Someone being towed behind a vessel is considered aboard.", "1 There is 0.08% or more by weight of alcohol in the blood. 2 Under the influence of alcohol. 3 Under the influence of a controlled substance. 4 Under the combined influence of alcohol and a controlled substance. Under the influence of any substance which impairs the mental or physical faculties of the person.", "1 Must be 14 years old and have a vessel license to operate a vessel or personal watercraft alone. Operating a vessel in such a manner and at a rate of speed as will create a hazardous wash or wake when approaching or passing another vessel or when entering or leaving a harbor or marina area.", "1 Ensure PFDs are readily accessible. Missouri boaters are required to carry at least one Type IV (throwable device) PFD aboard any vessel 16 feet or longer. 2 Someone being towed behind a vessel is considered aboard. All PWC occupants must be wearing their PFD while underway." ]

[ "Up to 50 percent of your Social Security benefits may be subject to income tax if your combined income (MAGI plus one-half your Social Security benefits) exceeds $25,000 for an individual filing single, unmarried head of household, or qualified widow(er) with dependent ($32,000 if married and filing jointly).", "IRS Tax Tip 2012-34, February 21, 2012. Taxpayers may sometimes find themselves in situations when they need to withdraw money from their retirement plan early. What they may not realize is that that transaction may mean a tax impact when they file their return.", "Rhode Island Retirement Taxes. Rhode Island is the smallest state in the U.S. with a land area of just 1,045 miles (less than 0.03% of the country’s total land area). Much of that is located on or near the ocean, in close proximity to fantastic sight-seeing, sailing, kayaking and fishing.", "A portion of your benefits may be subject to income tax if your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI), plus one-half your Social Security benefits, exceeds specific limits. Your MAGI equals:", "In 2012, a person’s estate would be subject to a federal estate tax if the net estate (all assets owned by the person (including residence, retirement accounts, life insurance, stock, bonds, mutual funds, and other real estate and business interests) minus all debt of the decedent) exceeds $5,120,000.", "Avoiding income taxes during retirement requires knowledge of the various types of 401(k)s and IRAs. Money in tax-advantaged investment accounts, such as 401(k)s and IRAs, can only be taxed on one of two occasions: when the money goes into the account or when the money comes out.", "If money is held in a Traditional 401(k) or IRA, the money is taxed as income when it is withdrawn from the account. In contrast, money in a Roth 401(k) or IRA is taxed as income when it is deposited into the account. As a result, the Roth 401(k)s and IRAs allow their owners to avoid paying income taxes unconditionally during retirement.", "No. Rhode Island taxes all retirement income at rates ranging from 3.75% to 5.99%. It is one of the few states to tax Social Security retirement benefits, though it only taxes Social Security income that is taxed at the federal level.", "All other retirement income in Rhode Island is subject to the state income tax. This includes income from retirement accounts like an IRA or a 401(k). It also includes income from a government pension ora private pension.", "Early distributions are usually subject to an additional 10 percent tax. Early distributions must also be reported to the IRS. Distributions you roll over to another IRA or qualified retirement plan are not subject to the additional 10 percent tax. You must complete the rollover within 60 days after the day you received the distribution." ]

[ "Cats suffer from inherited disorders like other animals, but they tend to be more common among pedigree cats because the selective breeding and in-breeding (breeding together very closely related cats) used to develop particular characteristics of the breed may also increase the risk of inherited disorders.", "Inherited Traits in Dogs. Many of your puppy's traits are inherited. All dogs share their ancestry with the wolf. But for the past 15,000 years they have been bred to assist us humans as guards, hunters, herders and companions.", "Some physical traits common to all cats, both big and small, have to do with their survival and way of life. All cats, including lions and tigers, have sandpaper tongues.", "Some physical traits common to all cats, both big and small, have to do with their survival and way of life.", "Physical Traits. Some physical traits common to all cats, both big and small, have to do with their survival and way of life. All cats, including lions and tigers, have sandpaper tongues.", "Their kitties are just communicating the way all cats do. Cat personalities vary greatly, but personality traits shared by all cats are their independent natures, cleanliness habits and the ability to be aloof and very, very quiet when necessary.", "Three traits that are inherited by all members of the cat species are that maybe their skin, eye color, what they eat, or the ability to catch mice or fish.", "All cats have their own personalities. Just ask anyone who has ever been owned by more than one cat! The pets can be holy terrors or angelic little pussycats. All members of the feline species share some traits, however, and they all have to do with survival.", "Inherited Temperament Traits. Your dog's temperament is mainly a function of her neurological makeup, which is determined at conception. Responsive, non-responsive, active, inactive, shy and aggressive -- these are all inherited temperaments that have been mapped out by your dog's DNA.", "Traits are characteristics inherited from your parents. A trait is something that past down from the generations. Either from Genetic based properties or enviromentally. … Example. A man with extremly good eye sight passed down his trait to his son and so on." ]

[ "(1) Prohibited Uses. Evidence of a crime, wrong, or other act is not admissible to prove a person’s character in order to show that on a particular occasion the person acted in accordance with the character. (2) Permitted Uses; Notice in a Criminal Case.", "These rules determine what evidence must or must not be considered by the trier of fact (which might be a judge or a jury) in reaching its decision and, sometimes, the weight that may be given to that evidence.", "In this procedure, the trial judge decides whether at confession is voluntary. In this procedure, the trial judge decides whether the confession is voluntary, in which case the confession is introduced into evidence and the judge instructs the jury to consider the confession along with all the other evidence presented.", "An alternative procedure by which a court decides whether a confession is voluntary, the judge instructs the jury as to the definition of voluntariness and tells the jury to consider the confession as evidence only if it finds that the confession was voluntary.", "Character Evidence; Crimes or Other Acts. (a) Character Evidence. (1) Prohibited Uses. Evidence of a person’s character or character trait is not admissible to prove that on a particular occasion the person acted in accordance with the character or trait. (2) Exceptions for a Defendant or Victim in a Criminal Case.", "Tampering is usually the criminal law variant in which a person alters, conceals, falsifies, or destroys evidence to interfere with a law-enforcement, governmental, or regulatory investigation, and is usually defined as a crime.", "Any statement, verbal or otherwise, made by a party that can be used in evidence against him or her. Admission by a Party Opponent. A statement that is attributed to a named party in a civil lawsuit or a statement attributed to a criminal defendant.", "Evidence of other Crimes, Acts, or Wrongs. Evidence of bad acts used not to prove a trait of character but to prove something else, such as motive, opportunity, intent, preparation, plan, knowledge, identity, absence of mistakes, or accident.", "The law of evidence is also concerned with the quantum (amount), quality, and type of proof needed to prevail in litigation. The rules vary depending upon whether the venue is a criminal court, civil court, or family court, and they vary by jurisdiction.", "In the United States and other countries, evidence may be excluded from a trial if it is the result of illegal activity by law enforcement, such as a search conducted without a warrant. Such illegal evidence is known as the fruit of the poisonous tree and is normally not permitted at trial." ]

[ "Unlike other silicone lubricants on the market, our belt lubricant is 100% silicone and contains no harmful solvents, petroleum distillates or propellants which can degrade the effectiveness of the lubricant. Proper lubrication between the deck and the running belt is essential for good maintenance and years of use.", "If Petroleum Distillates are spilled or leaked, take the following steps: f Evacuate personnel and secure and control entrance to the area. f Eliminate all ignition sources. f Absorb liquids in dry sand, earth, or a noncombustible material and place into sealed containers for disposal. f Ventilate area of spill or leak.", "All LifeSpan treadmills initially use a proprietary long-life wax and silicone blend, then should be maintained using LifeSpan's 100% silicone on a regular basis. For other brands, check your owner's manual to see if your treadmill uses a non-petroleum based lubricant. LifeSpan's 100% silicone lubricant is easy to apply. Simply spray the lubricant on the inside of the treadmill belt as described in detail in the instructions included with the product.", "Petroleum Distillates are FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS. f Use dry chemical, CO 2, alcohol-resistant foam or other foam extinguishing agents, as water may not be effective in fighting fires. f POISONOUS GASES ARE PRODUCED IN FIRE. f CONTAINERS MAY EXPLODE IN FIRE. f Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool.", "Petroleum distillates are hydrocarbon solvents produced from crude oil. These solvents include mineral spirits, kerosene, white spirits, naphtha, and Stoddard solvent. Petroleum distillates are good for removal of heavy oil and grease, tar, and waxes. The low surface tension of many of these solvents allows them to penetrate and clean small spaces. They are flammable, so they are usually used at or near room temperature. They are typically used in immersion or hand-wipe processes. They are also found as the solvent portion of some semiaqueous solutions. Costs range from around $3/gallon for mineral spirits to about $32/gallon for purified, electronic grade distillates. Petroleum distillates are volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and may be regulated in your area.", "Mineral oil and petroleum distillates are related petroleum by-products used in cosmetics. i ATSDR. ToxFAQs for Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs). Sep 1996. http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/tfacts69.html#bookmark06. ii European Commission.", "f Contact can irritate and burn the skin and eyes. f Inhaling Petroleum Distillates can irritate the nose, throat and lungs. f Petroleum Distillates can affect the nervous system causing headache, dizziness, nausea, and loss of balance and coordination. f Petroleum Distillates may affect the liver and kidneys.", "PETROLEUM DISTILLATES Page 2 of 6 Determining Your Exposure f Read the product manufacturer’s Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and the label to determine product ingredients and important safety and health information about the product mixture.", "This 100% silicone lubricant will extend the life of your treadmill, and it's safe for your treadmill and your home. LifeSpan's belt lubricant is 100% silicone and is designed for all treadmills, regardless of brand, that use a non-petroleum based silicone lubricant.", "They are a complex blend of Hydrocarbons used in making petroleum products. CONTAINERS MAY EXPLODE IN FIRE Reasons for Citation f Petroleum Distillates are on the Right to Know Hazardous Substance List because they are cited by OSHA, DOT, NIOSH and IARC. f This chemical is on the Special Health Hazard Substance List." ]

[ "I've been trying to plant deer resistant annuals more this year and I never had a problem with petunias till this season.One area I had was pretty much ruined by them 2 days ago. I've been dealing with the deer problem for years now, so guess I have another annual that I can't plant.y petunias survived their initial sheering, but periodically they get eaten again. The wave petunias that are close to the ground are being left alone. All the others are routinely pruned. I just keep watering and feeding in hopes the deer will settle for something else eventually.", "Deer Resistance. Petunias (Petunia spp.), a popular garden annual, are occasionally or frequently browsed by deer. Deer are especially attracted to moist plants, such as petunias, in spring and summer.upiterimages/Photos.com/Getty Images. Deer are attracted to well-fertilized plants, such as those grown in gardens. Deer obtain protein, minerals, salt and one-third of their water intake from tender foliage and irrigated plants, according to the University of Georgia. Petunias tend to attract deer.", "The following is a list of landscape plants rated according to their resistance to deer damage. The list was compiled with input from nursery and landscape professionals, Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES) Cooperative Extension personnel, and Master Gardeners in Northern N.J.ealizing that no plant is deer proof, plants in the Rarely Damaged, and Seldom Severely Damaged categories would be best for landscapes prone to deer damage.", "Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty Images. Deer are attracted to well-fertilized plants, such as those grown in gardens. Deer obtain protein, minerals, salt and one-third of their water intake from tender foliage and irrigated plants, according to the University of Georgia. Petunias tend to attract deer.1 Flowers That Deer Hate.upiterimages/Photos.com/Getty Images. Deer are attracted to well-fertilized plants, such as those grown in gardens. Deer obtain protein, minerals, salt and one-third of their water intake from tender foliage and irrigated plants, according to the University of Georgia. Petunias tend to attract deer.", "I am willing to sacrifice other specimens in the yard for their well-being but not my flowers!!!! Suprisingly, there are a number of annual plants that do not appeal to deer (although when hungry, they will eat almost anything). The following is a list of some deer resistant annuals.Ageratum. Begonia (Wax) not always. am willing to sacrifice other specimens in the yard for their well-being but not my flowers!!!! Suprisingly, there are a number of annual plants that do not appeal to deer (although when hungry, they will eat almost anything). The following is a list of some deer resistant annuals.", "When you buy deer resistant plants, they are grown in packs of four with each plant costing as little as $2.65 each! Deer Resistant plants can be mixed with your Delphinium, Perennial and Annual plant packs in your tray.hen you buy deer resistant plants, they are grown in packs of four with each plant costing as little as $2.65 each! Deer Resistant plants can be mixed with your Delphinium, Perennial and Annual plant packs in your tray.", "Realizing that no plant is deer proof, plants in the Rarely Damaged, and Seldom Severely Damaged categories would be best for landscapes prone to deer damage.ealizing that no plant is deer proof, plants in the Rarely Damaged, and Seldom Severely Damaged categories would be best for landscapes prone to deer damage.", "Save. Deer will eat just about any plant if they are hungry enough, but certain plants are in more danger than others. Petunias (Petunia spp. ) are not deer's favorite plants, but they are occasionally or frequently damaged if deer visit the yard.ave. Deer will eat just about any plant if they are hungry enough, but certain plants are in more danger than others. Petunias (Petunia spp. ) are not deer's favorite plants, but they are occasionally or frequently damaged if deer visit the yard.", "Our selection of deer-resistant plants are unappetizing to those curious critters, allowing you to create eye-catching displays throughout your garden and on your porches and patios, knowing the leaves and flowers will be able to reach their full stunning potential!Sort by: A-Z Z-A Best Selling.ur selection of deer-resistant plants are unappetizing to those curious critters, allowing you to create eye-catching displays throughout your garden and on your porches and patios, knowing the leaves and flowers will be able to reach their full stunning potential!", "Clausen's new book, 50 Beautiful Deer-Resistant Plants, is more than just an illustrated encyclopedia of what plants to embrace and what plants to avoid. Design tips are part of the 225-page package. She also delves into commonly used controls such as fences, tree trunk wrappings, repellents and home remedies.lant a lot of deer-resistant plants and see if that helps, she says. Herbs and plants with a strong odor are seldom browsed and that includes lots of herbs, also ferns and ornamental grasses. Shrubs like bluebeard, weigela and shrub potentilla are great for blocking deer paths." ]