Category: Points of interest

Unhealthy, Not So Bad, Foods

Follow This Link~ 16 “Unhealthy” Foods That Aren’t That Bad For You, According To Nutritionists (msn.com)

Slide 1 of 17: We've basically been conditioned to believe that certain foods are unhealthy, meaning that if you're trying to diet or eat as healthily as possible, you should avoid them at all costs. Aside from the fact that restrictive dieting is never a great idea, you might also be surprised to learn that many of the foods that have always been called "bad" for you are actually really not as terrible as they seem. In fact, many of those foods can be part of a wholesome, healthy diet as long as they're eaten in moderation, like nearly everything else. We spoke to nutritionists and dietitians to get the truth. Here's a look at some classic "unhealthy" foods that really aren't that bad for you.
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Origins Of Flag Day

On June 14, 1777, while finalizing the draft of the Articles of Confederation, the Second Continental Congress passed a resolution “That the flag of the thirteen United States be thirteen stripes, alternate red and white: that the union be thirteen stars, whiten a blue field, representing a new constellation.”

The Origins and Traditions of Flag Day (whatsoproudlywehail.org)

The Origins and Traditions of Flag Day (whatsoproudlywehail.org)

Who Is Alessandro Volta?

Alessandro Volta
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Italian physicist whose invention of the electric battery provided the first source of continuous current.

Alessandro Volta | Biography, Facts, Battery, & Invention | Britannica

Did You Know?

Garden Trick

Do a quick mason jar soil test

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Knowledge is power, in life and in gardening.  Determine if the soil composition of your garden space, is sandy, clay, or silt – even degrading compost.  Know what your soil makeup is using a mason jar “test” and then you can make adjustments as necessary.

21 Tricks That Will Change the Way You Garden (onecrazyhouse.com)

According to Science…

For instance, recent research published in the scientific journal PLOS One found that dogs with no prior rescue training at all instinctively knew to save their owners in a simulated emergency. When participating owners were “locked” in a box and instructed to yell “help!,” one-third of the dogs not only ran over to help but also figured out how to open the box and rescue their owner. “Most dogs would run into a burning building just because they can’t stand to be apart from their owners.

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Slide 1 of 5: It's simply a fact that our favorite furry friends love us. For instance, recent research published in the scientific journal PLOS One found that dogs with no prior rescue training at all instinctively knew to save their owners in a simulated emergency. When participating owners were "locked" in a box and instructed to yell "help!," one-third of the dogs not only ran over to help but also figured out how to open the box and rescue their owner. "Most dogs would run into a burning building just because they can't stand to be apart from their owners. How sweet is that? And if they know you're in distress, well, that just ups the ante," says study co-author Joshua Van Bourg of Arizona State University.Where does all of this canine kindness come from? Turns out it's in their blood. A study released a few years ago by Oregon State University reports that it is literally in dogs' genes to crave social interactions with humans. But owning a dog comes with far more benefits than loyalty, protection, and companionship when you go out for your morning walks. In fact, the act of owning a canine can affect your life—and your body—in a number of surprising ways. Read on for what they are, and for more on how everyday life affects your body, see The One Secret Side Effect of Watching Too Much TV After 40, Says New Study.
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Why Not, Exercise Before Breakfast!

Slide 1 of 5: The early bird gets the worm, but what does the early-morning exerciser get? A lot, apparently. Working out before breakfast isn't just a great way to hit your fitness goals first thing in the morning—some research has associated the practice with unique benefits that you might not get by working out at other times of day.Before we dive into those benefits, some caveats must be noted. Many studies exploring exercise and time of day are limited to small human trials or mouse studies—meaning that their conclusions aren't necessarily definitive. Additionally, lots of the findings are conflicting. "The research is all over the map on the best time to exercise, mainly because research is looking at all different types of benefits from stress management to weight loss and body composition," Bronwyn Bacon, ND, shared with ACE Fitness. Depending on your body, your goals, and the type of exercise you love, you may see lots (or zero) benefit to switching up the time of day you work out.All of that is to say: The best time of day to work out is the one that works best for your schedule. If you're not a morning person, forcing yourself out of bed to hit the pavement before you've had coffee is hardly conducive to a sustainable fitness routine. But if you're an early riser—or are interested in shaking up your fitness—there are some potential benefits to working out before breakfast for your health, your mood, and more. Read on for what they are, and if walking is your exercise of choice, don't miss The Secret Cult Walking Shoe That Walkers Everywhere Are Obsessed With.
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Many studies exploring exercise and time of day are limited to small human trials or mouse studies—meaning that their conclusions aren’t necessarily definitive. 

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Secret Side Effects of Exercising Before Breakfast, Says Science (msn.com)

Flat Stomach Workout via Facebook

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