Words that should be banned in food writing
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Comments (26)Good points, greenguy :-) Unless you can get humans to stop generating garbage, you will never be able to do away with landfills completely. Not everything we throw out as waste is recyclable or compostable. And I'd venture to say commercial waste/garbage is a far bigger contributor to the problem than residential garbage production. And I'd avoid making generalizations about dumping of toxic wastes in landfills. I don't doubt that it HAS happened but I'd venture that it is an extremely limited occurrence. The EPA fines for illegal dumping of toxic wastes are enormous and can carry stiff prison terms as well. Rather than a blanket letter writing campaign, we would all be better served if we individually did our part in changing local practices. Focus on local municipalities and encourage recycling practices and organic waste recycling/composting. Make it a community outreach project. I am fortunate to live in an area that places a huge emphasis on recycling of all kinds. Local waste/transfer stations separate all recyclable products - old appliances, TV's and electronics, light bulbs, metal parts, car batteries and motor oil as well as the more common paper, plastic, tin and aluminum, and yard waste. In fact, ALL areas have curbside recycling for the common stuff and if it is not sorted and placed in the proper recycling pick-up container, you can be fined. Just last year, the yard waste recycling was expanded to include ALL domestic organic waste, including kitchen scraps and compostable food containers (like take-out and pizza boxes). This also includes all the organic waste generated by groceries and restaurants - they have the same recycling requirements. These get taken to a huge, state-of-the-art, commercial composting center and get converted to a highly desirable, certified compost product. Of course those who compost at home can still do so, but the alternative is out there for those who do not....See MoreKicked Out Of Garden Writing Group?
Comments (8)I think you overreacted a bit about this one. I understand that you were twitchy after the compost article fiasco, but on this one, you were a bit too sensitive about the editors comments. Whenever a writer is writing for publication they are at the mercy of an editor, and sometimes this is a good thing. The editors loyalty and interest lies with the publication and the people who support that publication, so sometimes they make decisions that writers dont agree with. I have had articles published that were barely touched during the editing process and those that were entirely rewritten. That is just the name of the game, and if I am to have any peace of mind while selling (or donating!) written work, I must accept it. It was reasonable for the editors to want seasonally appropriate material for the article; the gardening public usually does not remember unfamiliar details, so the clover information would, in all likelihood, be long forgotten by next fall. And if they want a consistent tone in Master Gardener publications that is their prerogative. In some ways it makes sense because the public often feels most comfortable with a uniform style coming from one organization. In someway, Eddie, such "heavy handed" editing protects you, the author. In our litigious society it is not unheard of for someone to sue if they take advice and something untoward happens. The material the extension publishes is approved by extension agents, so they are the responsible party should someone decide his or her plants died because of your recommendations. Its sad that we have to consider these things, but we do. It sounds to me like you really dont care to write for this MG group right now, and if thats the case, you dont need to fight in order to separate.just tell them that you need a break. If thats not how youre feeling, ask the editorial board what subjects need to be filled for summer publications and start working on one. You have a great deal of knowledge to share, and you do it with such personality that its fun for the readerit may just not always be a good fit with every publication. Post your piece on your blog, and move on to the next....See MoreBanned for bad tipping!
Comments (36)"I honestly did not think DD was "enraged" at all." Thanks Sue! No, I was not "enraged". I have no idea where that came from nor the allusion that I practice witchcraft with pitchforks and whatnot. :eye roll: I was merely trying to convey some information and facts. The custom of tipping varies regionally. I myself have had to be educated about it when traveling. For instance.........Remember the old days when gas stations pumped your gas and washed your windows? I was surprised that in Mexico the guys that pumped gas were working for tips only. That was not the custom here in America. Here the service was included in the price of the gas. I am surprised that no one threw a brick at my window when I was driving away without paying them for the service. I was subsequently informed of the proper way to do things at gas stations there. I recently learned when shopping at a military base that the women who bag your groceries are working for tips only. My friend who I was shopping with had to nudge me and explain the system telling me to toss them a dollar. I wish they would have just put up a sign telling shoppers this. I also learned after YEARS of accidentally stiffing pizza delivery guys that they work for *tips only* and that the $5 *delivery fee* that is tacked on to the bill does not go to them as I had assumed. I wish I could go back in time and find all those pizza guys and make it up to them. I did not know! I thought they got the *delivery charge*. When people inform me of these things I am grateful to receive the information. I don't consider them to be "enraged". "Essentially we're in agreement on at least several points........... You don't like the add on tip for the restaurant." Uh, I never said that. Nope. "I too wondered what, if anything she did for a living and what her background included." Well wonder no more! It appears that Ms. Covington is the "ministry coordinator" for the church she and her brother started. Click in the link below if you wish to contribute to their plea for tithing. ROTFLMAO. I did a lot of reading on her and it seems this new incident has incited discussion on a lot of boards. It is proven that the newscaster who did the article is a member of her church and also a "special friend". If is said that the 300 signatures gathered to support her were garnered by having her brother order it from the pulpit and congregation members are angry about being duped to sign and embarrassed about the whole matter. She is being investigated for using church credit cards to buy groceries and clothing for her family and used the credit card to buy a house for herself. Contributors on some discussion boards say they recognize her as coming into their restaurant and never tipping. Yes, of course I realize that anything said on a discussion board should not be taken verbatim as fact but the posters seemed credulous when the whole thread is read. One poster said that Ms. Covington comes into restaurants with a "doctors note" saying the restaurant must break their rules for her and sell her the lower priced 'childrens portions' since she is trying to lose weight. LOL. Seriously, for this restaurant to have not only the servers, but the CHEFS refuse service to her, it sounds like she liked to complain a lot about everything - and yet kept going back. If you would like to practice tithing to support Ms Covington and her brother, The Reverend Sir W. L. Mack, Jr. in the lifestyle to which they have become accustomed just click below. I wonder if they perform weddings and funerals without expecting the usual "tip" a reverend usually receives for such a service? Anyone with a wedding coming up? Save money by using their ministry services without having to pay! No tipping the minister right? http://www.unionbaptistwsnc.org/staff.html Ms. Covington is now trying to start a lawsuit. I hope her lawyer is going to ask for payment in advance because I am sure she is probably one of those people who think they don't have to pay their lawyer if they lose the case. Here is a link that might be useful: Tithing for Ms Covington...See More7 foods to avoid for weight loss - GM foods top the list
Comments (46)I live the Virgin diet every day. It should be called the Virgin Lifestyle. This is a good diet for people with intolerances and who have a very difficult time losing weight, but it's great for everyone I think because it makes complete sense and is super natural. It's a ten-week plan to lose weight and discover intolerances. Take out 7 foods for three weeks then reintroduce them one at a time for the next seven weeks. Below I've explained the reasons for taking out these 7 foods. Gluten: contains lectins that bind to insulin, which creates insulin resistance and can make your blood sugars rise, making it hard to lose weight. Gluten is also an inflammatory. Soy: a phyto-estrogen, a plant source of the hormone estrogen. It's also heavily genetically modified. Dairy: like gluten, acts as an isulin resistant. It's nearly impossible to find hormone-free milk. So, hormones and rising blood sugar=acne and fat. There are studies out there that show countries with the highest dairy consumption have the highest levels of osteoporosis. On the contrary, countries that rely on calcium rich foods have a much lower rate of osteoporosis. I've read that the pasturization process of milk breaks down the protein that allows our bodies to absorb the calcium. I believe all this but there is still a huge debate about it. Corn: inflammatory and a high-glycemic food Peanuts: inflammatory and high in lectins. Eggs: inflammatory. If you have sensitivity to corn and soy, eggs might affect you because the chickens are probably fed corn and soy. I have a huge intolerance to fat so another reason eggs bother me. Sugar: we all know that's bad! And don't be fooled by agave necter...higher in fructose than high fructose corn syrup. I'm 5'8 and was 148 lbs. I'm now 135 and holding. In two weeks, my injured knee from subluxation over a year before wasn't hurting and felt stronger. My ankles reduced by 1/2 inch, something I thought was genetic but I guess was just excess fluid. I never really had bad acne, but what I did have cleared up and my blackheads reduced significantly. Also, my menstrual cycle went from seven days to three. My head felt clearer and I had more energy. I rarely have wind or bloated belly as well. The cellulite on my legs reduced by about 50%. I made a point to not exercise the first three weeks to see how effective just changing my diet was. ALL these changes happened without exercise, though of course after the three weeks I went back to yoga. I don't think everyone needs to cut out all of these foods. I also know some people won't have as many changes as I did. But I don't see how it will hurt to try, just to see what changes might happen to you! I think JJ knows what she's talking about. In regards to sticking to it, I cheat every once in a while but I usually feel so bad when I do that I find myself cheating a lot less. Good luck!...See More
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