With the Holidays in full steam (a.k.a the food season) we took a look at the actual power of food. Today we looked for information on our everyday foods since we have already talked about holiday specific foods. The above video is an excellent source of information about the foods we all eat daily around the world. So enjoy learning a little more about the Power of Food!
Christmas in 5 infographics!
With Christmas a mere 11 days away, we thought you would enjoy seeing an assortment of facts about Christmas from the number of Christmas letters sent, to the largest Christmas gift ever sent.
Winterizing Your Car
With the winter weather finally upon us it’s time to look over how best to get your cars ready for traveling on the road. So here are some great tips on how to get your car ready for the winter. Snow/Storm tires – These tires are a great way for your vehicle to get added traction in adverse driving conditions. Splicing is another way to get some extra grip out of your tires. A winter safety alternative is to use chains or studs on your tires — but be aware that lawful use of these options may vary from state to state, due to the amount of wear and tear they cause to roads. Tire pressure – When the temps …
Thanksgiving Turkey
With Thanksgiving right around the corner we thought you might like a little help when it comes to cooking. Since this is the biggest meal most cooks will make we have compiled some tips to make sure you have a delicious meal that is safe to eat. Steps to follow before cooking a turkey: Read labels carefully. Temperature labels show if the bird is fresh or frozen. If you plan to serve a fresh turkey, purchase it no more than two days before Thanksgiving. Purchase two thermometers: a refrigerator thermometer to ensure the turkey is stored at 40 °F or slightly below and a food thermometer to make sure the cooked turkey reaches a safe 165 °F. Thaw the turkey …
COLD WEATHER AHEAD
With it getting colder outside we thought we would give you a couple of tips to go along with this info-graphic. While these tips are more helpful for our friends in the North, weather these days is so unpredictable it’s better to be safe than sorry. If you have to go outside the house, make sure that your car’s gas tank is full so it prevents ice in the lines. It is always a great idea to keep extra blankets, chargers, flashlights, batteries, and jumper cables in your car in case you get stranded. (This tip is applicable all year round). Just in case your power goes out be sure to have enough flashlights, batteries and blankets ready. If you …
