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What Happens When You Get Too Little Protein in Your Diet

2009-10-19T11:35:00.000-07:00

Proteins are composed of long chain like forms of amino acids. Amino acids are basic and fundamental to life. As a chemical compound, it is made of amine and carbonyl functional groups. To put it simply, they are made of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen and nitrogen and on some rare occasions, sulfur. These four or five materials build themselves into various chain-like structures and form different types of protein. Protein is the life line of human health.

Human cells, muscle tissue, and the organs of the body are made up of protein. Long chains of amino acids are structured to make different types of proteins. There are 22 types of amino acids and the human body needs all of them to be healthy.

Different types of proteins in our body execute different body functions. Our body's strength, its flexibility and elasticity are taken care of by a protein called collagen, and our hair and skin are composed of the same protein.

Proteins we consume through food are broken down into amino acids in the process of digestion and absorbed by the body only to be rebuilt into different types of proteins that are the requirement of the body. There are twenty two kinds of amino acids essential for the human body. And in that 14 are produced by the body and the remaining 8 are to be obtained though food.

Complete and incomplete Proteins

A protein that can be obtained through one food source like a meat or dairy product is called a complete protein. A complete protein is obtained generally though meat, diary products, eggs, fish and poultry. Vegetables, fruits and nuts do not contain all the essential proteins in one food items and so it is termed as incomplete.

Importance of Proteins

For proper growth, sustenance and repair of body cells, for the health of muscles, tissues, organs and for body function like metabolism, digestion, transportation of nutrients and oxygen through blood circulation, proteins are imperative.

Apart from that more importantly for the production of antibodies, or in other words, antibodies are little soldiers who fight any infection that invades into our body and fights diseases and makes us healthy. The healthy skin and shining hair of which we are proud of is due to the proteins.

Too little Protein means ill health

Like our grand mothers say often, 'anything too much or too little is harmful' is absolute truth in case of protein. Too much protein intake leads to many uncomfortable physical complications just as too little of protein intake can lead to complications.

Protein is needed to repair and create new cells, tissues, hormones, enzymes and muscles and lack of protein would impair these important body functions leading to grave situations. Many foods which supply protein do contain certain other minerals and vitamins like iron, a lack of which creates an eternal tiredness and fatigue. The person who lacks iron feels weak and becomes listless with lack of energy.

Physical activities consume protein daily, and so it is essential to give regular supply of protein to the body daily. And too little protein can cause severe skin ailments and would make you look lusterless and pale.

Children need a lot of protein as they are in the phase of growing and insufficient protein in children hampers their growth very much.

For a period of time if the body fails to get sufficient amount of protein through food, it starts breaking the muscles which contain large amount of protein to fulfill its need. This means eroding of the muscle and it is generally known as muscle wasting. And prolonged such situation leads to a vicious cycle of protein energy malnutrition where in when the body does not get any other source of energy, body's muscles and organs a re broken down for energy. The digestive system suffers with the loss of cell lining which is important for absorption of nutrients from the digested food. Thus a vicious cycle of poor diet and insufficient absorption of nutrients from food lead to severe body wasting.

So, too little protein intake is dangerous and very harmful to health.

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What is Organic Coffee and how is it Grown

2009-08-26T16:23:00.000-07:00

Organic is a new word used in the context of coffee, tea, cocoa and other food materials in recent times around local shops and super markets. Every year the word is being used by buying public more than the previous year and its use is growing year after year resulting in higher sale proportion of tea or coffee marked as 100% organically grown.

What is organically grown?

To simply put it, organic farming methods leave least or no harmful impact on the surrounding environment. Organic agricultural production systems are mostly traditional methods evolved through learning from nature. In the organic farming methods no synthetic chemical fertilizer or pesticide is used. So that organic production means natural, pure and healthy.

How coffee grows in nature

The coffee plant does not need much direct sun light and so it grows under the shade of large trees. The ground is never sprayed with any chemical insecticide or fertilizer and so the ground water remains pure and uncontaminated. From the canopy of trees leaves fall steadily and the ground is covered by fallen leaves layer on layer. The layers of fallen leaves work as a blanket and protect the moisture of the ground. The moisture in turn help the process of compost to turn the bottom layers of leaves into natural manure to nourish the land.

The thick foliage of shade trees over the coffee bushes house many varieties of birds and also attracts the migratory birds. The birds live on small insects and pests. So they work as natural pest controllers and keep the coffee plants healthy.

The coffee that grows in the shade of other local trees become original and pure in taste and flavor Organic Coffee.

The proposed plantation site is selected carefully. And if the site was being used to grow some other crop using chemical fertilizer or chemical insecticides, then a minimum period of three years are given as conversion years for the proposed site to get over the effects of the harmful chemicals.

After the conversion years coffee bushes are planted along with local shade trees. Care is given equally to the coffee bushes and shade trees and effort is put in to leave bird population to grow undisturbed.

The fallen leaves are left undisturbed to convert into manure to nourish the land and keep it fertile. The bird population effectively controls the pests and harmful insect and protects the coffee bushes. And finally for decaffeinating, approved processes are employed including the Swiss Water process. The coffee thus produced is organic coffee.

Organic vs. commercial production

Organic production methods along with producing coffee intend to protect environment. In this process of growing coffee, more and more trees are grown due to that local biodiversity is achieved. In this method, soil fertility and nutrients are sustained. No chemical pollution is created to harm the human health.

In contrast in commercial profit oriented method of growing coffee, the trees are felled and the cumulative effect is deforestation. Deforestation leads to soil erosion and severe depletion. The commercial grower cuts trees to allow direct sun light which increases production. As there are no birds to control pests and due to the absence of trees and its natural manure, farmers are forced to use chemical fertilizers and pesticides severely harming the environment.

Organic coffee - lifeline of future

Organic production process is eco friendly and helps to repair the environment spoilt by the greedy profit oriented approach of commercial growers of coffee through growing more and more shade trees.

Protecting environment locally helps to enhance the eco system. Rejuvenation and eco system alone can help the planet from disaster and help to sustain life on this planet.

Organic coffee is our responsibility, almost a human duty and life line to healthy future of mankind.

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What is Organic Farming and is it Important

2009-04-21T16:31:00.000-07:00

Organic farming is a broad concept with extreme application. It is well appreciated on a large scale by the people as now with the help of it they can easily grow their own food. If you have a little bit of free time with you then you need not to face any kind of problem. You can prepare and serve good quality delicious food by doing organic farming at your home.

It is not true that organic farming is practiced at a small scale only. By having a trip of farming sector you can easily understand how much vast this sector actually is. This is not the case some time before. Few years back it was not a highly thriving and demanding sector but now the case has totally changed. It is now not limited to a small scale industry as day by day more corporate sectors are taking interest in this field. Large corporate farming is taking keen interest in the concept of organic farming. Continuous research is going on to find out the way by which huge fields of a single crop can be grown. No one can deny the fact that in the process of organic farming, pests are believed to be the major threat. Due to harmful impact on the biodiversity unnatural pesticides are not much preferred to use.

If you are going for the natural pesticides for controlling the pests then it is certainly an eco friendly approach but believed to be much expensive in contrast to unnatural ones. Some time before, due to expensive nature they were not much preferred in the process of organic farming. After the entrance of large scale industries with huge budget this can be achieved now very easily. Natural pesticides can be a good option when it is about the large scale organic farming but if you are going for it at your home or at a small scale in a separate piece of land then it is advisable to look for any other good option. This is because like other kinds of farming organic farming also requires the process of sowing, cultivating and harvesting. If you do not have proper arrangement of water for the purpose of irrigation then you require depending largely on the rain water. If you are concluding the process of organic farming at your home then irrigation is not a big issue but even at a small scale proper arrangement of water is very essential. If you do not have a huge budget with you then it can be a difficult work for you. You require investing a good amount on purchase of seeds, irrigation, fertilizers, harvesting, etc.

There is much debate till now on the use of unnatural pesticides in the process of organic farming. Several environmentalists and consumer protection organization have claimed that the use of unnatural pesticides not only damage the environment but also have an adverse impact on the quality of food. For killing the insects and pests these pesticides are used but they are not considered helpful after sometime. It is so because these insects as well as the pests easily get adapted to the effects of the chemicals involved in them and so these pesticides looses their worth. Sooner or later it damages the health of the final consumer who without knowing consumes a large amount of lethal chemicals and synthesized materials along with the natural food. Thus it is injurious for the health of the human being as well.

Thus there are several ways by which you can have your favorite vegetables as well as fruits and that too with the help of inorganic as well as organic farming. As there are several pros as well as cons of both it is up to you to decide the one that is best for you. You can make use of organic farming to turn your dreams into reality and the best part is it is already benefiting millions of people so you are not at all required to worry for it as well.

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Canon - PowerShot 10.0-Megapixel Digital ELPH Camera - Silver

2008-12-18T13:48:00.001-08:00

With a DIGIC III image processor, high ISO 1600 sensitivity and an array of scene modes, this digital camera makes it easy to snap digital photos and video in a variety of light and scene conditions. Face detection technology autofocuses on faces in a frame for improved portrait captures.

What's Included

Canon PowerShot 10.0MP Digital ELPH Camera
Lithium battery pack, charger
USB cable, A/V cable
SD memory card, wrist strap, Digital camera solution CD-ROM
Owner's manual

Product Features

From our expanded online assortment; not available in all Best Buy stores
10.0-megapixel 1/2.3" CCD
Captures high-resolution images up to 3648 x 2736 pixels.
3x optical/4x digital/12x total zoom
For sharp, highly detailed long shots.
3" PureColor LCD II screen
Lets you set up your shot, review it and share it even in bright sunshine. Night display for easy viewing in low-light conditions.
DIGIC III image processor
Provides improved picture quality, fast processing speed and accurate autofocus, auto exposure, auto red-eye correction and auto white balance.
Face detection technology
Sets the focus, exposure and flash automatically for great looking portraits and group shots.
Motion detection technology
Automatically detects subject movement and improves exposure control and ISO settings to reduce image blur. Optical image stabilization reduces camera shake and vibration distortion for enhanced image clarity.
19 shooting modes
Include portrait, foliage, snow, beach, sunset, fireworks, aquarium, underwater, indoor, kids and pets, night snapshot, color accent, color swap, digital macro and stitch assist for beautiful images in all conditions.
Through-the-lens (TTL) autofocus
For hassle-free, clearer close ups.
Continuous shooting
Shoots at 1.4 fps so you can capture fast-paced action images and never miss an important photo opportunity.
High ISO sensitivity
Up to ISO 1600 ensures clear, vibrant image captures in areas with minimal light.
White balance controls
Include auto, daylight, cloudy, tungsten, fluorescent, fluorescent H and custom to achieve natural tones under different lighting conditions.
Built-in flash
Auto, auto with red-eye correction, flash-on, flash-on with red-eye reduction, flash-off, FE lock and slow synchro modes.
Movie mode
Shoots 640 x 480 and 320 x 240 videos at 30fps and 160 x 120 videos at 15 fps.
Memory card slot
Supports Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Capacity, MultiMediaCard, MultiMediaCard Plus and High Capacity MultiMediaCard Plus formats (Secure Digital Card included).
Playback modes
Include magnification, auto rotate, rotate, my colors, histogram, index, sound memos, slideshow, red-eye correction, RAW playback, resize and image inspection. Movie modes include normal and special playback and editing.
Print/Share button
For easy direct printing and downloading.
USB 2.0 interface and A/V outputs
Direct-print support with a compatible Canon direct photo printer or any PictBridge-enabled printer to print photos without a PC.

Buy Nintendo Wii, Flat Screen Tv, New Car, Golf Clubs at Lowest Prices like 80 Cents

2008-12-17T13:04:00.000-08:00

Cheap Price SIRIUS Boombox for Select Satellite Radio Receivers

2008-12-11T14:40:00.000-08:00

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Play your favorite satellite radio broadcasts with this boombox that is designed for use with select SIRIUS satellite radio receivers and features 2-way speakers for rich sounding audio.

Product Features

Compatible with Sportster 4, Starmate 4 and Stratus SIRIUS Satellite Radio receivers
2-way speakers deliver full-sounding audio
3-channel amplifier
Auxiliary input for MP3 player or other peripheral audio devices
Plug-and-play design for a quick and easy connection
Compact design for easy portability
SIRIUS Satellite Radio subscription required to receive SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Great Deal on Apple - iPod shuffle 1GB* MP3 Player

2008-12-10T14:29:00.000-08:00

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Apple® - iPod® shuffle 1GB* MP3 Player - Blue

With the same size circular control pad as the previous model on a much more compact case with a built-in clip, the updated shuffle is ready to rock and easily tags along when you're on the go.

Product Features

1GB* internal flash memory stores up to 240 songs (128 Kbps AAC)
Ultracompact player measures just 0.4" thin and weighs only 0.6 ounces
Supports MP3, MP3 VBR, Audible, AAC, Protected AAC, WAV and AIFF formats

Thumb-friendly, ergonomic, circular control pad
Anodized silver aluminum case with rounded edges stands up to wear and tear; built-in clip easily attaches to a belt loop, lapel, pocket or bag so your shuffle goes where you go
Play in Order and Mix-On-the-Move shuffle modes; Autofill an iTunes playlist and rate songs; shuffles automatically while syncing
Charge and sync simultaneously through the headphone jack with the included iPod shuffle dock; connects directly to your Mac or PC via USB 1.1 and 2.0 through dock
Rechargeable lithium-polymer battery provides up to 12 hours of playback; fully charges in 4 hours
PC and Mac compatible
Apple, the Apple logo and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
*Formatted capacity may vary.**Results will vary based on file size and format, settings, features, software and other factors.

TomTom ONE 3rd Edition Lowest Price Online

2008-12-09T13:39:00.000-08:00

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The TomTom ONE 3rd edition is plug-n-play easy and features spoken turn-by-turn directions. Touchscreen with large icons puts navigation at your fingertips. Enjoy your road trips across town or across the country.

Easy to use, just plug it in and go
Enter an address or touch a destination icon on the screen and get directions
User-friendly 3.5" touchscreen features clear 3D graphics
The ONE is wallet sized so it's easy to tote from one car to another
Loud and clear turn-by-turn voice instructions with 36 languages to choose from
Preloaded with detailed maps of the United States and Canada

What's in the box

ONE 3rd Edition
Windshield mount
USB car charge

On Sale DXG - 5.0MP High-Definition Digital Camcorder

2008-12-08T09:29:00.000-08:00

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Snap crisp, high-resolution digital still images and capture videos with this camcorder that features a 2x digital zoom to keep your shots in perspective and Night Mode for improved captures in low-light conditions. The A/V output lets you view your footage on an HDTV.

What's Included

DXG 5.0MP High-Definition Digital Camcorder
Lithium-ion rechargeable battery, charger and power cord
USB, AV and component video cables
Wrist strap, camera pouch, Mr. Photo, VideoWorks, TotalMedia Extreme, driver and application software
Owner's manual

Product Features

2x digital zoom
Brings you up close to distant objects and scenes.
3" color TFT-LCD monitor
With 960 x 240 resolution for ease of use and a clear view.
5.0-megapixel CMOS image sensor
Provides stunning detail and clarity.
Records standard or high-definition video
Captures video in MOV format at up to 1280 x 720 resolution for crystal-clear playback on your HDTV.
4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios
Allow you to record in standard or widescreen formats.
Night recording capability
With auto flash allows you to shoot in dimly lit environments.
Digital still photo mode
Captures images at 3 selectable resolutions (3 megapixels, 5 megapixels and 8 megapixels with firmware interpolation).
Special effects modes
Color, black and white and sepia add artistic flair to your footage. White balance controls include auto, sunny, cloudy, tungsten and fluorescent.
Stores photos and video
Directly to the 32MB built-in memory a Secure Digital card or Secure Digital High Capacity media card (media not included).
Powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Provides up to 1 hour of recording time. Auto off function conserves battery life.
USB 2.0 interface
For easy image transfer. PictBridge-enabled to transfer digital still images to a printer without a computer.

Nerf N-Strike Vulcan EBF-25 Blaster - Yellow Lowest Price Online

2008-12-08T09:26:00.000-08:00

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Features

Be ready for any battle with the N-STRIKE VULCAN EBF-25 blaster - an awesome, fully automatic dart cannon!
Watch as the belt feeds automatically through the blaster, letting the barrage of firepower continue as you battle your opponent. The piston-powered internal launching system makes it an unstoppable force!
The removable tripod folds for easy transport or a quick escape from enemy fire!
Even your toughest opponent wont know what hit him when you unleash the power of the N-STRIKE VULCAN EBF-25 blaster!
Blaster comes with ammo box, folding tripod, 25-dart belt and 25 SONIC MICRO DARTS ammo and instructions.

Professional Jewelry Cleaner On Sale for the Holidays for 80 Cents

2008-12-04T20:44:00.001-08:00

Use our Professional Jewelry Cleaning System for professional results at home. Just add distilled water, and this system performs a simple yet highly effective 3-step cleaning process used by professional jewelers:

A 60-second heated electro-chemical bath removes dirt, grime, and rash-causing microorganisms
A pressurized steam-clean rinse blasts dirt from hard-to-reach places, leaving jewelry sparkling clean
Polishing cloth buffs metal to a high luster

Jewelry cleaner is safe for precious metals, pearls, opals, onyx, and other soft, organic gems. Antiqued jewelry should be steam cleaned only: Consult included guide before use.

Jewelry cleaning system comes with everything you need: cleaning powder, measuring spoon, tweezers, strainer, and polishing cloth. (9"D x 7-3/4"W x 12"H)

Discount Designer Kids Clothes Online this Holiday Season

2008-12-04T08:45:00.000-08:00

United States of America (Press Release) November 21, 2008 -- The holiday season is on its way, and you want to find cool clothes for your kids that you can afford. Have you ever thought about searching online for your children’s clothes? Kate Rees Children offers designer outfits for boys, girls, and matching brother and sister sets.

With today’s economy it is important to save money where you can while still getting the quality and hip style that you are looking for. Shopping online at Kate Rees Children allows you to search the latest styles and patterns at the comfort of your own home. That means no wasted gas going from store to store.

With the credit crunch many people have been switching to shopping at Wal-Mart for the low prices. As it relates to clothes that mean that your kids will be in the same outfits as everyone else. By shopping online at Kate Rees Children you can still get the great savings though this Christmas season have your child in a unique and cute outfit that resembles your love for the holidays.

Shopping online allows for consumers to win in two ways this holiday season. First, my allowing to save money on clothing, and second allows for cute and hip clothes for your kids to wear.

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Callaway FT-iQ Driver Best Price Online

2008-12-03T18:07:00.000-08:00

Go to Live Auction for FT-IQ Driver

The FT-iQ Driver features the best combination of distance and accuracy in a driver Callaway Golf has ever made. The refined head shape has a sleek and stealthy look while raising the MOI (moment of inertia) for unprecedented accuracy off the tee, while Hyperbolic Face Technology significantly raises ball speeds across the entire face for increased distance.

Features:

Hyperbolic Face Technology: Hyperbolic shaping is the cutting edge of driver face design - mathematics and engineering combine to create Callaway’s highest ever ball speeds across the entire face
Fusion Technology: Creates maximum perimeter weighting and more discretionary weight by combining a carbon composite body with the titanium face cup, allowing for precise positioning of the CG (center of gravity) to generate the straightest drives possible
Improved Complete Inertial Design: Positions discretionary weight deeper and to the extreme corners, raising the MOI for unparalleled forgiveness on shots hit anywhere on the face
Visible External Weighting: Strategically placed weighting in the rear corners helps create the straightest drives possible with ideal ball-flight trajectories to maximize distance
Mitsubishi Rayon Fubuki Shaft Exclusive to the FT-iQ Drivers: This ultra premium shaft has been designed with Modulus Differential Technology (MDT) for tour-level high launch, low spin performance

Apple - iPod touch 8GB* MP3 Player

2008-12-03T17:53:00.000-08:00

Go Live Auction for iPod 8GB

Play music, watch video and surf the Internet with the touch of a finger. The revolutionary multitouch interface is easy to use and the built-in wi-fi comes with a Safari Web browser. Music, movies, games and the Internet — with a built-in speaker and groundbreaking technologies such as accelerometer, and 3D graphics, iPod touch puts an amazing entertainment experience in the palm of your hand.

Product Features

8GB* internal flash memory stores up to 1,750 songs, up to 10,000 digital photos (iPod nano-viewable photos transferred from iTunes), or up to 10 hours of video
Multitouch interface, gorgeous 3.5" widescreen display, Wi-Fi web browsing and more
Supports MP3 (up to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, AAC (up to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (iTunes Music Store), Audible (formats 2, 3, 4), AIFF, Apple Lossless and WAV audio formats, plus BMP, JPEG, GIF, TIFF, PNG and PSD (Mac only) image formats; podcasting support

Apple, the Apple logo and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
*Formatted capacity may vary. Results will vary based on file size and format, settings, features, software and other factors.

How Live Auctions Work

2008-12-03T16:30:00.000-08:00

All articles are displayed with one starting price that is valid at the outset of an auction. The actual price is concealed until you place a Credit. With each Credit placed, the price decreases, so the actual price is always less than the start price - often considerably!

As soon as you have registered, you can buy various Credit packages (see above).

When you place a Credit, three things happen:

1. The actual price decreases by 25 cents
2. You will see the actual current price
3. When the article price reaches $0.00, you have become the final buyer of the auction!

At a price of $0.00, you successfully purchased the article. At the completion of the transaction, you will contacted by an auction specialist with details on transfer of ownership.

Important Notice:

If an auction does not produce a unique bid at its conclusion, then nobody is the final buyer and the auction starts again. If an auction results in a unique bid at its conclusion, the user with the lowest single bid is determined and then informed by e-mail. The final buyer can subsequently order and pay for the auctioned item in his member area (prices include all closing costs for transfer of ownershipi). Ownership occurs within 1-2 weeks from conclusion of the auction.

A single user may only be the final buyer in up to three “Live Auctions Auctions in one month. Therefore, once the member has placed three final bids (both lowest and unique), further bids will not be accepted. As soon as this user has been underbid in an auction, the placement of further bids is automatically accepted, until the maximum number of three successful final bids has been attained. Once a user has been successful in an auction, s/he may only participate in a further two auctions, et cetera. The number of successful auctions, as well as the number of remaining auctions available in which to participate, can be accessed at any time in your back office. At the beginning of a new calendar month, the maximum number of three successful auctions is available to you once again. This is indicated in your member area in the form of a stoplight. If the stoplight displays, for example, a “red light”, you can only place a bid again in the next calender month.