The Problem with Virtual Water

Virtual water isn’t associated with any social media platform or program. Nor is virtual water a computer-created pixel program on a screen that allows you to water plants in a farming scenario. Virtual water is the number of gallons of water associated with growing an item, foodstuff, or product. No, this isn’t a made-up statistic that someone stuck on a board somewhere, and everyone that feels green has been repeating to show how important water conservation is to the planet. Virtual water is a real phenomenon, and it is a problem. Continue reading “The Problem with Virtual Water”

I Googled Mom

At the dinner table the other night my youngest children began to tell me about how they were looking for images to use as their school email avatar. Realizing how quickly my children have advanced in this age of technology, I was proud and amused at the same time. Until they mentioned how they wanted a particular picture and the method in which they obtained the image online. I Googled Mom, they said.

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All About Peptides

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If you are a body builder or professional athlete, you probably know all about the mini-proteins that make up the latest and greatest in weight-loss and muscle building wonders for the human body. For those of you that don’t know anything about the newest and best product to come out of the research clinics, this article is for you. Here are a few facts all about peptides. Continue reading “All About Peptides”

The Antioxidizing Powers of Green Tea – What Does it Actually Do?

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So often we’re told about antioxidants like those found in green tea, and we all seem to know just one thing – that they’re good for you.

But what do antioxidants actually do? And why is green tea such a great source of them?

I’m no doctor, but with a little research, you can find out a whole heap of information on the antioxidizing powers of green tea. Here are a few benefits you could expect from drinking green tea.

What are antioxidants in green tea?

Green tea is packed full of antioxidants called polyphenols. The polyphenols within green tea are more called catechins, and it’s the EGCG form that offers the majority of the health benefits you feel from this hot drink. Continue reading “The Antioxidizing Powers of Green Tea – What Does it Actually Do?”

What’s In Your Water? Water Quality Issues

Water quality issues in the United States aren’t restricted to Flint, and they aren’t going away any time soon. The conversation that needs to happen on a national level has already started, but what can you do on a personal level to protect yourself and your family? It’s all well and good to make sure that your representatives are addressing the systemic infrastructure issues, but in the meantime, you have to live with your water quality every day. Continue reading “What’s In Your Water? Water Quality Issues”

3 New Experiences to Transform Your Family Vacation

When it comes to your family vacation, the stress of keeping the perfect itinerary might be getting in the way of relaxing the way you really intended. If you find yourself needing a vacation from your summer family vacation, you’re probably doing it wrong. Here are some unique ways to transform your family vacation and make these moments really matter.

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The Purpose Of Commercial Lighting

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Stores need great lighting to display what they offer to sell. Offices need it so that their employees can work without straining their eyes. Factories and other industrial areas need it to keep their workers safe. There are multiple needs for commercial lighting and several options of systems to choose from. Which one you need depends on the application it will be used for. Here are a few options for Commercial Lighting Systems Queensbury. Continue reading “The Purpose Of Commercial Lighting”

Mortgage Options for All Househunters

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It may be surprising for some to learn just how many types of mortgages there are to choose from when purchasing a home. Regardless of a person’s financial or demographic situation, working with a Top Mortgage Lender like Sun West Mortgage will help borrowers determine their needs in order to secure the mortgage that will help them purchase or maintain their dream home. Continue reading “Mortgage Options for All Househunters”