Are Rusty Baking Pans Unhealthy?
Baking pans are composed of a variety of different metals and coatings that are designed to aid in the baking of the specific baked good of your choice. While rust can potentially harbor bacteria, which leads to ailments such as tetanus, a small amount of rust or discoloration on your pan may not be harmful if you have thoroughly scrubbed and cleaned the pan, removing the majority of rust and discoloration on the interior of the pan.
As iron oxidizes, rust forms on the exterior of the metal Rust can also form on iron's other alloy metals, such as steel.
Health Concerns and Coating
While rusty iron is not an ideal baking surface, your major concern if you notice rust forming on the inside of your pan should be with regards to the coating on your pan. While many iron and cast iron pans don't have a coating, other, more cheaply made pans and pans with nonstick surfaces contain harmful chemicals that can flake off into your food when rust forms on the inside of your pan. As a result, if any of your pans have a prior coating and rust forming, throw them out immediately.
If not, then the rust that you're dealing with is simple iron rust and can be properly cleaned.
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Scrub and Sand
If you have noticed rust on your iron or steel baking pan, it is possible for you to remove the majority of the external rust using abrasive pads and pumice cleaner. To start, apply cleaner to the part of the pan that you want to clean. Rub the spot firmly and thoroughly with an abrasive pad until the rust begins to flake off. Rinse the pan out to see if there's any rust left. If there's rust left, you will have to sand the pan using wet/dry sandpaper.
Wet the pan before using the sandpaper, applying it firmly and using multiple pieces of sandpaper until you've removed the rust.
Seasoning
Once you've successfully removed rust from your baking pans, it's essential that you season the pan to ensure that rust won't return. Seasoning prevents metals from oxidizing by preventing moisture and oxygen from getting on the exposed metal. To season your pan, cover it with fat, grease or oil prior to baking to help prevent it from oxidizing.
Once you've cleaned your pan after baking it, reapply a small amount of oil or fat before covering your pan and putting it away.
Caution
While rusty baking pans can be cleaned and reused, use caution when cooking with a rusty baking pan. If you notice rust that is flaking off on the inside of the pan, don't use it. While rust is a concern for some bakers, another more pressing concern is the type of metal that you use to cook with and if it's leaching into the food while heated. Certain low priced cookware are composed with enamel coatings that chip and wear out, seeping into your food and causing potential health risks. As a result, buying higher quality products will help insure that the coating won't chip off into your food.
Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/554984-are-rusty-baking-pans-unhealthy/#ixzz2DOA9G9KB
Monday, 26 November 2012
Grape Seed Powder
Wednesday, 21 November 2012
INFORMATION FROM BEES
INTRODUCTION
Since the late 1980s Honeybees have been dying off in alarming numbers due to infestation by a tracheal mite which lodges in the thorax of the bee. These are the tracheae that feed oxygen to the flight muscles of the bees.
If one considers the role of pollinators, one can easily get a feel for the consequence of the deaths of massive numbers of honeybees. The information below came from the bees in response to questions asked of a beekeeper about the spiritual significance of the mite dilemma. Usually when I talk with animals the information comes as a direct channeling of information in first person. The information from bees came as a whispering in the right ear.
More of a "telling" of information. Capitalization occurs where the bees indicated emphasis or sacredness.
This information came through Sharon Callahan on February 10, 1998 at 10 pm pst
INFORMATION FROM BEES The bees are playing a crucial part in the re-patterning of the Earth and planetary grids, as well as struggling to hold in place what hey call the "new Pulse" of energy from the Creator.
The pulse is Light, or the Grace of God which the bees indicate actually flows through us in intermittent pulses rather than a static stream of energy. Within the "stuff" of Grace or Divine Light is encoded all of the information needed for all things to move in harmony into the new millennium which we are now approaching. In the life of bees, natural selection, comb shape, {if someone were to study naturally occurring honey comb shapes they would find them changing} speed of vibration of the bees themselves are all vital to the bees ability to "keep up" with instructions from the creator which they receive continuously. These instructions tell the bees how they should proceed to build the vibrational matrix necessary for the ascension of Earth, Nature, Man, Ether, Cosmos - into the next phase of "becoming" or spiritual evolution. The pulsing patterns of Light of which the bees speak is detected by the bees as it enters the astral light. They then draw it into the physical ether/atmosphere.
Natural selection regarding breeding is essential. When free from human intrusion bees of the highest vibration and spiritual advancement (yes, the bees indicate that the level of spiritual vibration among them does vary just as it does in human beings and other creatures) would survive. Only they themselves can determine this because they are in direct contact with the Creator. When left in a natural state only the most evolved bees would breed and survive, thus quickening our (all of creation) evolution into the new higher frequency.
Natural occurring honey carries the new vibrational frequency of love from the Creator as well as a substance that acts upon the DNA structure of individuals acting as a catalyst for spiritual, evolutionary transformation. Substances in the honey contain vibrational information that becomes encoded in the cells of the being partaking of it. This information is then available to be used to enable the individual to access his/her own Divine Blueprint, clearing blockages to awakening that have previously existed. The taking of honey should be considered a Sacrament - a Holy Communion between God and Its creation. Each bee is an emissary of the Divine - an angel or anointed one. Honey from any given locality should be taken as a communion by the animals and human beings in that locality and then distributed sparingly for use in other areas.
Honey has a special usefulness for scientists, philosophers and spiritual truth seekers. It is important for honey from all regions of the world to be widely distributed in small amounts to be used for Sacramental purposes since the flowers from each region contain different vibrational encodements that are received from the pulsing light of the Creator that flows to their particular region of the planet. Each region, and therefore each flower species that grow in each region, respond to the particular matrix/blueprint/morphic field of the particular region and the information that flows therein.
(More on this will be given at a later date.) The virus carried by the parasite infesting the bees is present as a consequence of the negative thought forms generated by human beings, particularly those such as greed, power, manipulation, self interest, insensitivity, cruelty and lack of love. These negative states must be turned toward their opposites: sharing, humility, gratitude and Unconditional Love. In present circumstances the bees are being prevented from evolving to the next level of their work on Earth. This creates a conflict between their soul's desire to assist in evolution as instructed to them by the Creator and the struggle they must wage against human insensitivity, greed and lack of understanding of their Divine Purpose as well as lowered immunity due to the stress incurred as a result of such struggle.
POLLEN AND HONEY CARRY INFORMATION, THEY ARE ENCODED WITH GOD'S DIVINE PLAN "By working mechanically we destroy what Nature has elaborated in such a wonderful way...The bee wants always to remain within itself, to stay within the sphere of its own substance. Every external influence is felt as disturbing, as something to be warded off." Rudolf Steiner, 1923
What is Honey?
Honey is formed from modified and concentrated “nectar”, a supersaturated solution of sugars.
Water: 13.4-26% moisture
Glucose: avg. 30%, causes honey to crystalize
Fructose: avg. 40%, increase fructose = increase moisture w/relative humidity
Sucrose: ~1.6% slightly acidic.
Since the late 1980s Honeybees have been dying off in alarming numbers due to infestation by a tracheal mite which lodges in the thorax of the bee. These are the tracheae that feed oxygen to the flight muscles of the bees.
If one considers the role of pollinators, one can easily get a feel for the consequence of the deaths of massive numbers of honeybees. The information below came from the bees in response to questions asked of a beekeeper about the spiritual significance of the mite dilemma. Usually when I talk with animals the information comes as a direct channeling of information in first person. The information from bees came as a whispering in the right ear.
More of a "telling" of information. Capitalization occurs where the bees indicated emphasis or sacredness.
This information came through Sharon Callahan on February 10, 1998 at 10 pm pst
INFORMATION FROM BEES The bees are playing a crucial part in the re-patterning of the Earth and planetary grids, as well as struggling to hold in place what hey call the "new Pulse" of energy from the Creator.
The pulse is Light, or the Grace of God which the bees indicate actually flows through us in intermittent pulses rather than a static stream of energy. Within the "stuff" of Grace or Divine Light is encoded all of the information needed for all things to move in harmony into the new millennium which we are now approaching. In the life of bees, natural selection, comb shape, {if someone were to study naturally occurring honey comb shapes they would find them changing} speed of vibration of the bees themselves are all vital to the bees ability to "keep up" with instructions from the creator which they receive continuously. These instructions tell the bees how they should proceed to build the vibrational matrix necessary for the ascension of Earth, Nature, Man, Ether, Cosmos - into the next phase of "becoming" or spiritual evolution. The pulsing patterns of Light of which the bees speak is detected by the bees as it enters the astral light. They then draw it into the physical ether/atmosphere.
Natural selection regarding breeding is essential. When free from human intrusion bees of the highest vibration and spiritual advancement (yes, the bees indicate that the level of spiritual vibration among them does vary just as it does in human beings and other creatures) would survive. Only they themselves can determine this because they are in direct contact with the Creator. When left in a natural state only the most evolved bees would breed and survive, thus quickening our (all of creation) evolution into the new higher frequency.
Natural occurring honey carries the new vibrational frequency of love from the Creator as well as a substance that acts upon the DNA structure of individuals acting as a catalyst for spiritual, evolutionary transformation. Substances in the honey contain vibrational information that becomes encoded in the cells of the being partaking of it. This information is then available to be used to enable the individual to access his/her own Divine Blueprint, clearing blockages to awakening that have previously existed. The taking of honey should be considered a Sacrament - a Holy Communion between God and Its creation. Each bee is an emissary of the Divine - an angel or anointed one. Honey from any given locality should be taken as a communion by the animals and human beings in that locality and then distributed sparingly for use in other areas.
Honey has a special usefulness for scientists, philosophers and spiritual truth seekers. It is important for honey from all regions of the world to be widely distributed in small amounts to be used for Sacramental purposes since the flowers from each region contain different vibrational encodements that are received from the pulsing light of the Creator that flows to their particular region of the planet. Each region, and therefore each flower species that grow in each region, respond to the particular matrix/blueprint/morphic field of the particular region and the information that flows therein.
(More on this will be given at a later date.) The virus carried by the parasite infesting the bees is present as a consequence of the negative thought forms generated by human beings, particularly those such as greed, power, manipulation, self interest, insensitivity, cruelty and lack of love. These negative states must be turned toward their opposites: sharing, humility, gratitude and Unconditional Love. In present circumstances the bees are being prevented from evolving to the next level of their work on Earth. This creates a conflict between their soul's desire to assist in evolution as instructed to them by the Creator and the struggle they must wage against human insensitivity, greed and lack of understanding of their Divine Purpose as well as lowered immunity due to the stress incurred as a result of such struggle.
POLLEN AND HONEY CARRY INFORMATION, THEY ARE ENCODED WITH GOD'S DIVINE PLAN "By working mechanically we destroy what Nature has elaborated in such a wonderful way...The bee wants always to remain within itself, to stay within the sphere of its own substance. Every external influence is felt as disturbing, as something to be warded off." Rudolf Steiner, 1923
5 Hidden Health Benefits of Spicy Foods
5 Hidden Health Benefits of Spicy Foods
Friday, September 24, 2010
at 11:00 AM |
posted by Jenny Everett
Spicy foods are a bit of a mystery. As an article in the week's New York Times wondered: Why is it that we find such pleasure in pain? I mean, these hot sauce bottles are plastered with words like "death" and "atomic"... and we like them. One theory is that it's simply for the thrill -- like riding a roller coaster or running a marathon. Humans, oddly, find pleasure in things that, on the surface, should be really freaking scary and painful. In these cases, it's mind vs. body, and mind wins.
The other theory is that spicy foods have health benefits, and so our bodies crave them. Some of the most-studied bennies are:
1. Weight Loss: For one, the extra kick of hot sauce or a chopped jalapeno can make even the most bland diet food more palatable, causing you to be more likely to stick with your weight loss plan. In addition, they may jack up your metabolism. Studies show that the main compound in chilies, called capsaicin, has a thermogenic effect and may cause the body to burn bonus calories for 20 minutes post chow-down.
2. Heart Health: Studies show that cultures that eat the most spicy food have much lower incidence of heart attack and stroke. Potential reasons: Chili peppers can reduce the damaging effects of LDL (bad cholesterol) and capsaicin may fight inflammation, which has been flagged as a risk factor for heart issues.
3. Cancer Prevention: According to the American Association for Cancer Research, capsaicin has the ability to kill some cancer and leukemic cells. One particular spice, turmeric, found in curry powder and some mustards, may slow the spread of cancer and growth of tumors. "It has the same effects on the body as certain cancer drugs do." says Gregory A. Plotnikoff, M.D., senior consultant for health care innovation at Allina Hospitals and Clinics in Minnesota. Pair it with black pepper to absorb 2,000 percent more turmeric. Fantastic on roasted veggies or kebabs, or in soups.
4. Lower Blood Pressure: Vitamins A and C strengthen the heart muscle walls, and the heat of the pepper increases blood flow throughout your body. All of this equals a stronger cardiovascular system.
5. Fewer Blow-Your-Top Moments: Spicy foods boost production of feel-good hormones, such as serotonin. So they may help ease depression and stress. http://www.self.com/health/blogs/healthyself/2010/09/5-healthy-benefits-of-eating-s.html
at 11:00 AM |
posted by Jenny Everett
Spicy foods are a bit of a mystery. As an article in the week's New York Times wondered: Why is it that we find such pleasure in pain? I mean, these hot sauce bottles are plastered with words like "death" and "atomic"... and we like them. One theory is that it's simply for the thrill -- like riding a roller coaster or running a marathon. Humans, oddly, find pleasure in things that, on the surface, should be really freaking scary and painful. In these cases, it's mind vs. body, and mind wins.
The other theory is that spicy foods have health benefits, and so our bodies crave them. Some of the most-studied bennies are:
1. Weight Loss: For one, the extra kick of hot sauce or a chopped jalapeno can make even the most bland diet food more palatable, causing you to be more likely to stick with your weight loss plan. In addition, they may jack up your metabolism. Studies show that the main compound in chilies, called capsaicin, has a thermogenic effect and may cause the body to burn bonus calories for 20 minutes post chow-down.
2. Heart Health: Studies show that cultures that eat the most spicy food have much lower incidence of heart attack and stroke. Potential reasons: Chili peppers can reduce the damaging effects of LDL (bad cholesterol) and capsaicin may fight inflammation, which has been flagged as a risk factor for heart issues.
3. Cancer Prevention: According to the American Association for Cancer Research, capsaicin has the ability to kill some cancer and leukemic cells. One particular spice, turmeric, found in curry powder and some mustards, may slow the spread of cancer and growth of tumors. "It has the same effects on the body as certain cancer drugs do." says Gregory A. Plotnikoff, M.D., senior consultant for health care innovation at Allina Hospitals and Clinics in Minnesota. Pair it with black pepper to absorb 2,000 percent more turmeric. Fantastic on roasted veggies or kebabs, or in soups.
4. Lower Blood Pressure: Vitamins A and C strengthen the heart muscle walls, and the heat of the pepper increases blood flow throughout your body. All of this equals a stronger cardiovascular system.
5. Fewer Blow-Your-Top Moments: Spicy foods boost production of feel-good hormones, such as serotonin. So they may help ease depression and stress. http://www.self.com/health/blogs/healthyself/2010/09/5-healthy-benefits-of-eating-s.html
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