How to Make The Perfect Curry

<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUjUsf9nUGcFs7Qja9_gJIkro57-yIVdCnqszSpoMHFq-ZWHjKXyOT1USGoWM-EcUGMDFei9a_fcyiFnXY1hLs2nTixOspvF4BlcarUWgdsBnaYkTraYtU7AYKAhLKSBvXhkOTKEI-/s1600/how-to-make-curry.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="How to Make Curry" border="0" height="434" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUjUsf9nUGcFs7Qja9_gJIkro57-yIVdCnqszSpoMHFq-ZWHjKXyOT1USGoWM-EcUGMDFei9a_fcyiFnXY1hLs2nTixOspvF4BlcarUWgdsBnaYkTraYtU7AYKAhLKSBvXhkOTKEI-/s640/how-to-make-curry.jpg" title="How to Make Curry" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">How to Make Curry</td></tr> </tbody></table> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Curry – a dish of meat or vegetables with rich spiced sauce is very versatile. There are many ways to make curry and make it great. The perfect curry will be a blend of spices, herbs, seasoning, onion, ginger, and garlic, oil and of course the main ingredient which will be some sort of meat or vegetable and cheese. All of these things combined will make your curry. But you have to build your curry carefully mixing the right amounts of each ingredient. Here’s what you’ll need to build your perfect curry.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> It All Starts With The Spices</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Starting with the freshest spices you can find will make for the best curry. You will need to make a curry powder which consists of Cumin seeds, Coriander seeds, Fenugreek, Ginger, Garlic, Turmeric, and Cardamom.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Once you have the curry powder you will need chili to add that heat. The chili can be used in whole fresh form, or powder form. Or you can use whole, crushed, or dry chilies, or a chili sauce or paste. Using a chili powder adds the heat instantly while finely chopped chilies will need to be worked in and cooked down to get that heat.</div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> <br />Don’t Forget The Season</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> One of the most important things about curry is the salt. Because of all of the heat and spice from the chilies and curry powder people often think salt is not necessary. So don’t forget this necessary ingredient. Be sure to taste your curry towards the end to determine if It needs more salt or not.</div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> <br />Onions, Ginger, and Garlic</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> These three ingredients are a must for any perfect curry sauce. Finely chopped onions sautéed until they are translucent with grated ginger and the garlic crushed or sliced will make your curry complete.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> Herbs</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> This is a very subtle and understated part of curry. It’s almost like a garnishment. Something you will add at the end of your cooking. A bit of fresh coriander leaf or maybe a little fresh basil. This is one of those little final touches to take your curry over the top.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> Oil</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> You might be thinking to make a healthier curry you could skip the oil. You shouldn’t leave out the oil though. As a matter of fact the more the better because this is what will carry the flavors and spices throughout your curry. You can skim off the extra oil at the end.</div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> <br />The Main Ingredient</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> All curry must have some meat, vegetables, or cheese as the main part of the dish. The meat generally used is beef, chicken, or fish. Getting the freshest ingredient you can possibly get is always best. Fresh vegetables and fresh meat or seafood. </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> Putting It All Together</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Now that you have the basics of your curry it’s time to put together. Building your sauce which can be thickened with some flour. And don’t forget to add your stock. Follow these steps to bring it all together:</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> 1. Put some oil in a frying pan and add the chopped onion and cook until translucent.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> 2. Add the curry powder or paste, then ginger, garlic, and your chilies.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> 3. Add your main ingredient. If you’re using meat it should be browned on all sides first. Add your stock to prevent burning.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> 4. Allow to simmer and cook the meat through.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> 5. Add in your sauce and cook to a simmer.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> 6. Stir in some garam massalla powder.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> 7. Taste and season.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> 8. Garnish with some coriander leaves.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> And there you have the perfect curry made with all fresh ingredients. Enjoy!</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div>

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How to Make The Perfect Curry

How to Make Curry Curry – a dish of meat or vegetables with rich spiced sauce is very versatile. There are many ways to make curry ...

How Facing Difficulties Helps You Reach Personal Success

<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyrKeqP0FMl9VH7e6SG8ZPtwa65C69qzG4P_cOa5Qdz139izaVzzUMzLr5F0HzhzhaZ5c74K_SOVksTXdFbomEIEpSNZ1DzB09jnxSGKM29aKDYu9J1LAtkV3qB9uDGKBu-FmY6qJ6/s1600/facing-difficulties.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Facing Difficulties" border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyrKeqP0FMl9VH7e6SG8ZPtwa65C69qzG4P_cOa5Qdz139izaVzzUMzLr5F0HzhzhaZ5c74K_SOVksTXdFbomEIEpSNZ1DzB09jnxSGKM29aKDYu9J1LAtkV3qB9uDGKBu-FmY6qJ6/s640/facing-difficulties.jpg" title="Facing Difficulties" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Facing Difficulties</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <br /> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Going through difficult times may not feel good at the moment, but there is almost always some kind of benefit you can glean from each experience. When the winds of adversity blow your way, remember the personal growth that can stem from them, and it will help you keep focused when you are feeling overwhelmed. How can the difficulties you face help you reach personal success?</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> Brings Strength</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> As the saying goes, what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. When a situation brings stress to your life and demands great sacrifice of you, you can choose to break or to grow. Going through tough times brings strength to the one who walks through and comes out successfully on the other side. When you have gone through a tough time, take a look at yourself before and after that tough time, and you will realize you are a stronger person than you ever imagined.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> Brings Empathy</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> It is difficult to have true empathy when you have never hone through difficult times. Once you have walked the road yourself, you will be less likely to judge and more likely to understand. Understanding brings empathy. Empathy brings you closer to personal success due to your newfound ability to put yourself in another person’s shoes. It draws people to you as they realize you are someone they can trust to share their problems with.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> Brings Knowledge</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Dealing with difficulties brings you a knowledge and awareness that is impossible to find otherwise. If you are having a difficult time reaching personal success, it may be that you haven’t gained the knowledge that only troubled times bring. When you are in a position where you are forced to make a decision for your survival, you become a knowledgeable, confident person.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> Brings Direction</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Sometimes it is through difficulties that we find our life direction. Often a person who is able to make a decision about their future will find that direction narrowed after going through a hard situation. Sometimes it is brought about by a desire to assist others in similar situations so they don’t have to experience the same thing. Walking through a trial and successfully navigating it brings you a wisdom that is valuable to others who are in the same situation. Your troubles can bring hope to other individuals.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> Brings Peace</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Sometimes the greatest fear in life is the fear of the unknown. If you have always had it easy, you may wonder what would happen if your situation was not as simple as it is. This can create self-doubt and turmoil as you question whether you are able to withstand difficulties. Once you have walked through, you gain an amazing peace simply knowing that you survived, and even thrived.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Experiencing difficulties is hard, no matter who you are or how much strength you have. No one likes being challenged to the point of despair. However, facing your difficulties and proving yourself to have victory in the situation is a feeling like no other. You will gain many qualities in this situation that are sure to bring you personal success and joy in life.</div> <br /> <br />

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How Facing Difficulties Helps You Reach Personal Success

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Does What You Eat and Drink Really Impact Your Sleep?

<br /> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKMLvHKntVwGYmBoils19E6i8xjhnXAHGXzOL6x7T-vhGRYGTiFxN7IY7N60uM4BmRlhLpOcYzUmu3ybo5yQpBdk5d0g-I6qnbsIBGjbdKPIqPS2L3eEPZWSCKVvph-UwOBKyolZXI/s1600/sleeping.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="What we eat and drink can either promote or hinder sleep." border="0" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKMLvHKntVwGYmBoils19E6i8xjhnXAHGXzOL6x7T-vhGRYGTiFxN7IY7N60uM4BmRlhLpOcYzUmu3ybo5yQpBdk5d0g-I6qnbsIBGjbdKPIqPS2L3eEPZWSCKVvph-UwOBKyolZXI/s640/sleeping.jpg" title="What we eat and drink can either promote or hinder sleep." width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small; text-align: justify;"> What we eat and drink can either promote or hinder sleep.</span></td></tr> </tbody></table> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> It seems it is always being discovered that there is something new that affects a person’s sleep. With everything factored in, can a person still manage to get a decent night’s sleep at all? Food and drink is one area that can be managed to promote good sleep, and what we eat and drink can either promote or hinder it. Here is what you need to know about how what you consume affects your night of sleep.</div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> <br />Eat a Small Snack</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> There are few things that make it more difficult to sleep than a rumbling belly. If you are feeling hungry in the evening hours, be sure to grab a snack before bed. Research shows that when we indulge in a small, healthy snack, our body will use the hormone leptin to suppress secretion of another hormone called ghrelin. This signals that it is satisfied. If we go to bed hungry, then ghrelin will keep us awake, wanting to eat.</div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> <br />But Not Too Much, or Too Soon</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Modesty in snacking is important, because if you eat too much right before bed it can be just as bad as not eating enough. Eating too much, too close to bedtime can aggravate gastroesophageal reflux disease and make you very uncomfortable while sleeping. Because your digestive system slows down while eating, you may wake feeling uncomfortable and bloated the next morning and even throughout the night. When it comes to a heavy meal, eat it at least four hours before heading to bed.</div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> <br />Choose Foods Rich in Carbohydrates</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> If you are hoping to have a peaceful sleep, you will want to reach for carbohydrates before bed. Avoid those made with white flour, and instead choose whole grains. Some carbohydrates are loaded with tryptophan and this promotes good sleep. Avoid heavy protein, although it is ok to have a small handful of nuts or a bit of yogurt along with your carbohydrates.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> Limit Caffeine in the Hours before Bed</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Caffeine, being a stimulant, is a poor choice when you are already experiencing sleep difficulties. If you have serious problems falling asleep, it would be wise to cut caffeine out of your lifestyle as completely as possible. If you choose to consume some, then stick to indulging in the morning. Don’t forget hidden sources of caffeine, such as chocolate and soda.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> Limit Alcohol</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Drinking alcohol has very few benefits. One reason not to indulge too much is because of the effect it may have on your sleep patterns. Drinking too much before bedtime will cause your body to skip REM (rapid eye movement) sleep and will make you go right into deep sleep instead. As the alcohol wears off, you may wake up more easily and only complete one or two cycles of REM sleep instead of the usual six or seven. This is why people often feel exhausted after a night of drinking, even when they have slept for a lengthy amount of time.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> Cut Back on Sugar</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Sugar is not a high-quality choice at any time. Sugar affects a person’s quality of sleep by causing the blood sugar levels to swing upward and then fall rapidly. Avoid this by keeping your sugar intake under the recommended amount.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> A good night’s sleep is not as hard to come by as it sounds. If you follow these guidelines on what to eat and drink, sleep will no longer be as elusive as it once seemed. Get a handle on what you consume, and you will find yourself getting the great sleep you wish for.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <br /> <br />

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Does What You Eat and Drink Really Impact Your Sleep?

 What we eat and drink can either promote or hinder sleep. It seems it is always being discovered that there is something new that a...

Craft Activities for Hyperactive Kids

<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3i-N_blRUn9UG8APIB7V13ImOB0BZTDh8v0uNNoGIcLcZdX_XlSBAnAH3dht8pRG91TP2It09JzaEOKVxE_JukqudYyBa5dt6Heh2nePp1TaWnrKBYUslhyphenhyphenrlsWT0XVkxBnBuAca3/s1600/childrens-crafts.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Craft Activities" border="0" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3i-N_blRUn9UG8APIB7V13ImOB0BZTDh8v0uNNoGIcLcZdX_XlSBAnAH3dht8pRG91TP2It09JzaEOKVxE_JukqudYyBa5dt6Heh2nePp1TaWnrKBYUslhyphenhyphenrlsWT0XVkxBnBuAca3/s640/childrens-crafts.jpg" title="Hyperactive Kids" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Craft Activities for Hyperactive Kids</td></tr> </tbody></table> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> If you are a parent of a hyperactive child, you know that sometimes you have to think outside the box in regards to activities that will keep them busy and having fun. Crafts are no exception. There are many crafts that may require far too much concentration to be enjoyable for a child who is filled with unlimited energy. </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Instead of diving into a boring or time-consuming craft, look for something that involves a lot of sensory stimulation. Thankfully, there are many crafts and ideas nowadays that fit the bill.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> Edible Sensory Beads</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> This is a craft that children of all ages will enjoy. You may even find yourself sitting down with your child and trying it out for yourself. Edible sensory beads do not have to be eaten, but if your child is tempted to put things in their mouth then these are a safe alternative to other similar forms of sensory play which may not contain the safest ingredients. </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Simply use as many cups of water that you want for beads, and use an equal number of tablespoons of chia seeds. You can use (natural) food coloring in the water to brighten up the beads, and if you want more than one color then simply make more than one batch in separate bowls. Once you have mixed the ingredients, set the bowl or bowls in the fridge overnight and they will be ready by morning. Your child will enjoy mixing the beads and swirling them around with their hands.</div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> <br />Edible Slime</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Here is another craft that is safe for children who can’t help but taste everything they see. Brightly colored edible slime is a fascinating craft for kids that they will spend hours enjoying. For each color desired, mix one tablespoon of Metamucil with one cup of water, and a few drops of your preferred food coloring. Add ¼ package of Kool-Aid powder if you want a delicious scent. Cook the mixture for 3-6 minutes on high, and let the slime cool slightly before using. This is a crowd pleaser for all ages, and can hold the attention of a child with a limited attention span.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> Finger Paint</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Here is an activity that will never grow old. Finger paint is the perfect activity for a child who doesn’t wish to be contained to using a paintbrush. Finger painting offers the chance to be creative, which is a strong point of many hyperactive children. It also offers a sensory experience that will help calm your child when they are feeling too much negative energy.</div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> <br />Mosaics</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Hyperactive children often love to solve puzzles. Mosaics offer a puzzle-like experience without the confines of a regular puzzle. Mosaics can be bought in small sets and put together, or bought in packages as a way to create your own design. Mosaics are a craft that will help build concentration in your child.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Although traditional crafts can be exasperating to an energetic child, there are many alternatives to choose from. Creativity is a natural strong point of many hyperactive children, and there are many crafts they can thoroughly enjoy. By using a little creativity of your own, your child can have access to hours and hours of fun.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <br /> <br />

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Craft Activities for Hyperactive Kids

Craft Activities for Hyperactive Kids If you are a parent of a hyperactive child, you know that sometimes you have to think outside...

Buckwheat - Health Benefits and Nutritional Value

<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglCQSEupb73nFMmtS36P8vNfhDwUEIJ1wE7sMd9OLDhWZ5nWh-XVbRXk871eilKZfosgKY0vK9rtLmXDFuwb799TJlZvdGAYSw-cQi4VWK_YXOu-tjyybWtm7u-_zCA-j7DfloYHMr/s1600/buckwheat.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Buckwheat" border="0" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglCQSEupb73nFMmtS36P8vNfhDwUEIJ1wE7sMd9OLDhWZ5nWh-XVbRXk871eilKZfosgKY0vK9rtLmXDFuwb799TJlZvdGAYSw-cQi4VWK_YXOu-tjyybWtm7u-_zCA-j7DfloYHMr/s640/buckwheat.jpg" title="Buckwheat" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Buckwheat</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <br /> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Buckwheat isn’t just the name of a character from the Little Rascals. It’s actually a food. A very good-for-you food, but also a very puzzling food as it’s neither a grain nor a wheat. It’s actually a seed, and it’s in the same family as rhubarb.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> The crops of buckwheat are quite sturdy crops which can be grown under many different conditions. This makes this plant available year round in many different regions. So not only is it very easy to come by, but then on top of that it has some amazing health benefits. You will definitely want to check buckwheat out and consider giving it a try and adding it to your diet.</div> <h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Ten Health Benefits of Buckwheat</div> </h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <b>1. High amounts of starch</b> - Just 100 grams of the buckwheat seed gives you 343 calories. Calories mean energy. You can get a pretty moderate amount of energy from just a small bit of this seed that is comparable to other major cereal grains like wheat and rice.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <b><br /></b></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <b>2. High in Protein</b> - You can get 11-14 grams of protein from 100 grams of buckwheat. Now grains like quinoa might get you slightly more protein, but buckwheat contains amino acids which are missing from other popular grains like wheat, rice, and maize.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <b>3. It’s great for the bowels </b>- The high amounts of fiber in buckwheat (10 grams of fiber for every 100 grams of buckwheat, which is 26% of the daily fiber requirements) will help move your bowels. Fiber helps bind toxins in the gut, which can reduce your chances of getting certain cancers. Fiber also helps bind sodium, making it easier to move through your colon and lowering your LDL (bad) cholesterol levels.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <b>4. It’s free of gluten </b>- So for those who suffer from Celiac disease and can’t process the gluten which is found in many grass family grains, buckwheat makes for an excellent alternative.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <b>5. It contains compounds which make it an anti-inflammatory and has antioxidant properties </b>- These things can help prevent clots from forming, making them a great food for someone with a clotting disorder. It also could be good at curing hemorrhoids.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <b>6. High in B vitamins </b>- Buckwheat is full of B-complex vitamins like B2 and B3, making it a really great source of these vitamins; even better than its popular counterpart quinoa.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <b>7. High in minerals </b>- Buckwheat contains high concentrations of key minerals like copper and magnesium. Copper helps produce red blood cells and magnesium relaxes the blood vessels and is believed to help alleviate depression and headaches.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <b>8. Helps lower blood sugar</b> - It has a glycemic index of 54 which makes it a great option for diabetics.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <b>9. It’s hypoallergenic </b>- Don’t just eat buckwheat; add it to pillows for sleeping. It won’t cause an allergic reaction like many pillow fillers can.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <b>10. It’s a warming food</b> - This makes it a great food to eat during the winter months as it will warm you from the inside out.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Buckwheat might be the next great breakfast replacement. It can be milled to make flour and make pancakes out of, or just eat it as a cereal. With so many health benefits, why wouldn’t you want to get your hands on this superfood?</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div>

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Buckwheat - Health Benefits and Nutritional Value

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How to Make Bread

<h3 style="text-align: justify;"> Bread Making Made Easy</h3> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCn62SHXO235MrxjbFu_vTu0mpa2XD_8txiF_-ugLNBYvGjigaXKQHhjQCAW3N1sJn-egUIi-U_X560W8LoyHSnjUiXtNGAgg8utuHt18tIKfShvAHhwPvcA8yOxWo5QPLwZjF4R_e/s1600/bread-1369207_1280.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="How to Make Bread" border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCn62SHXO235MrxjbFu_vTu0mpa2XD_8txiF_-ugLNBYvGjigaXKQHhjQCAW3N1sJn-egUIi-U_X560W8LoyHSnjUiXtNGAgg8utuHt18tIKfShvAHhwPvcA8yOxWo5QPLwZjF4R_e/s640/bread-1369207_1280.jpg" title="Homemade Bread" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">How to make bread at Home</td></tr> </tbody></table> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Bread Making your own bread isn’t generally thought of as an easy task. However, buying bread at the store can get costly. And sometimes you really just want to know exactly what is in the food you feed your family. So if you have been thinking about making your own bread, but thought it was impossible to do without extensive amounts of work, then worry no more. You can have your cake, err bread, and eat it too. And the good news is you don’t need expensive bread machines or equipment to make your own bread at home. The fact of the matter is you probably already have everything you need to start making your own bread.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> What You Need To Make Your Own Bread</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> * One or two large mixing bowls (the 2nd is optional if you will wash the one in the middle of the process).</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> * One spoon.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> * One measuring cup either ¼ cup or ½ cup.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> * One 1 tsp measuring spoon.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> * One bread pan.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> * One dish towel.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> Ingredients</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> * ¼ cup milk</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> * 5 tsp sugar (this is the equivalent of 1 ½ tablespoons)</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> * 1 tsp salt</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> * 5 tsp (1 ½ tbsp.) butter</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> * 1 package active dry yeast</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> * 2 ½ to 3 ½ cups unbleached white flour</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> * Cornstarch or non-stick cooking spray which will keep the bread from sticking to the pan</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> Directions</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> 1. Start with a warm bowl. To do this just put some hot water in the bowl and then dump it out. Mix the yeast according to package instructions.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> 2. Melt the butter then add it along with the milk, sugar, and salt to the yeast. Stir together.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> 3. Add 2 cups of the flour to the mix and stir. Continue adding flour ¼ cup at a time and stirring until dough is slightly sticky, but doesn’t stick to your hands.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> 4. Now it’s time to get some aggression out by kneading the dough. Put it on a lightly floured surface and begin to beat the dough for about ten minutes.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> 5. Shape the dough into a ball and put it in a bowl sprayed with non-stick cooking spray or cornstarch. Cover the bowl with the dish towel. Set the bowl in a warm area for an hour. It should rise to about double the size.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> 6. Punch it down and lay on a lightly floured surface and shape it out to about the size of your loaf pan.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> 7. Roll this rectangle up and fold the ends down and add it into a lightly greased loaf pan seam side down.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> 8. Now cover again with the dish towel and allow to rise for another hour. Remove the dish towel. The dough will have risen above the top of the loaf pan.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> 9. Put the loaf in a 400 degree oven and bake for 30 minutes.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> 10. Remove from pan immediately and allow to cool.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> This is just a basic bread. You can change this recipe up to make different types of bread. For example for a whole wheat bread use whole wheat flour. You’ll need less flour in this instance so just remember to add slowly. For an Italian bread use a garlic salt instead of plain salt. You can also add in some Italian seasoning mix. </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> You might find that it’s easier to just buy the bread at the store, but check out the cost savings and the few amount of ingredients to get this tasty bread. You might find it’s worth the time to make your own bread.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <br />

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How to Make Bread

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How to Let Go of People That Are No Longer Good for You

<br /> <span style="text-align: justify;">Relationships are a wonderful blessing to have. They can be hard work, but the sense of community they bring is important to a person’s wellbeing and personal growth. At times, however, there are people in our lives and even in our inner circles who become a source of negative energy. </span><br /> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> When this happens, there are a few different choices you can make. One of these choices is to let go of that person. This is a tough decision, but it is sometimes necessary. How do you go about ending relationships with those who are no longer good for you?</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> Make a Decision</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Before you decide to cut someone out of your life, think long and hard as to whether this is indeed the right decision for you. Is the person in question a dangerous person, or can your issues be worked out? Do they play an important role in your life, or in the lives of your immediate family? Will your decision be helping or harming the people you love? Is there a possible way to work out the dispute? Don’t rush to any sudden decisions.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> Be Respectful</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> If you have had a disagreement, lay out your concerns to the individual in a respectful manner. Remember, just because you disagree with someone doesn’t automatically make them the party in the wrong. Speak calmly and choose to act in a peaceful manner.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> Be Kind</h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> There is no reason to fly off the handle when you have decided you need to let someone go. Choose to be a person who shows maturity. Be kind instead of acting in an inflammatory manner.</div> <h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Give Your Reasons</div> </h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Assuming the individual in question has not been violent or abusive to you or your family in any way, it is only fair to let the person you are cutting ties with be privy to the reason why. State your reasons for the decision and make your intentions clear. Cutting someone out of your life and refusing to discuss it can be very confusing and harmful to them, and to you. Giving an explanation will help you to become more effective at communication.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> Listen to Their Side</h3> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjX7qmFaknhQcQ53sLxTxnqcSfP1YLvg6LWZ80PEAu-KIaK6EdX0pidzL4l-w1xOepOzbqqw-9Oq8O_QCJbWQhXGKH1dDXhLu0NIW1R_L-NljyUcvM5m9_nU0BLqpsX95zlpDhQ1tAb/s1600/relatioships.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="How to Let Go of People That Are No Longer Good for You" border="0" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjX7qmFaknhQcQ53sLxTxnqcSfP1YLvg6LWZ80PEAu-KIaK6EdX0pidzL4l-w1xOepOzbqqw-9Oq8O_QCJbWQhXGKH1dDXhLu0NIW1R_L-NljyUcvM5m9_nU0BLqpsX95zlpDhQ1tAb/s640/relatioships.jpg" title="How to Let Go of People That Are No Longer Good for You" width="640" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">How to Let Go of People That Are No Longer Good for You</td></tr> </tbody></table> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Cutting someone out of your life, especially someone close to you, is no easy decision. Consider that you may have been acting in the heat of the moment. Ask for their thoughts about your decision, and truly listen to what they have to say about it.</div> <h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Be Firm</div> </h3> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> If you have decided this is what you need to do, you will need to be firm. It is difficult to hear that someone no longer wants you to be in their life, so expect the person you speak with to have strong feelings about the issue. If you have been harmed by this person, be especially firm and careful not to mislead then into thinking that there is a chance to be reunited if there isn’t. Of course you can change your mind in the future if you feel your decision was wrong, but don’t raise false expectations on the part of someone who is having a hard time letting go.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Making a decision to remove someone from your life takes a lot of thinking, and is not easy. Before you make this decision, think deeply and plan your strategy in advance. Instead of rushing into something you will regret later, plan ahead so you can do it in the most mature and careful way possible, in the best interest of all involved.</div> <br /> <br />

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How to Let Go of People That Are No Longer Good for You

Relationships are a wonderful blessing to have. They can be hard work, but the sense of community they bring is important to a person’s wel...