A consumer friendly translucent and lightweight LPG cylinder is likely to hit the market any time next year. These cylinders being translucent, the level of liquid petroleum in the cylinder would be clearly visible from outside, making it easier to maintain a refill stock. This would make the cylinders a premium choice of the housewives. […]
The Pros and Cons of Drinking Lots of Juices
Juices are excellent sources of nutrients and may help put the squeeze on various ailments: one 4-ounce (125-milliliter) glass of juice provides a full serving of fruits or vegetables and can therefore be part of a healthy diet. On the downside, juices lack the fiber of fresh fruits and vegetables and may contain heaping helpings […]
Health Tip: Use Liquid Nutritional Supplements for Their Original Purpose
Liquid nutritional supplements were originally developed to help sick and the elderly – those who, for a variety of reasons, were not able to eat regular meals. However, over the past several years, these liquid nutritional supplements have been increasingly promoted as sound meal replacements for healthy people of all ages. In some busy households, […]
Southeast Asia: Rising Price of Rice
by Mong Palatino Rice is the staple food in Southeast Asia and in many parts of the world. Asia 2008 notes how rice is valued in Indochina: “In Thailand, Laos and Vietnam, saying ‘eat rice’ means more than just ‘eat rice’. In Thailand it just means ‘eat’ (kin khao). Asking ‘have you eaten rice today?’ is a way of […]
Tips in Avoiding Cellulite
Cellulite is a common term used to describe superficial pockets of trapped fat, which cause uneven dimpling or “orange peel” skin. It is commonly found in thighs, buttocks, and abdomen. Here are some suggestions by US National Library of Medicine which can help prevent unwanted fats in the body: Eat more fruits, vegetables and food […]
SILK DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
1. Rationale Sericulture is a booming industry. It is the major supplier of good quality cocoons. In fact, the Cordilleran region has long been engaged in silk production, with its favorable agro-climatic condition and labor endowment. Sericulture has good potential for raising living standards, among the rural poor, particularly women, through household-based production. […]
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