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Posted on March 5 at 8:58 a.m.
Here is some information I found on quinoa I would like to share with you guys:
Quinoa Nutrition Facts:
Quinoa is power-packed with calories, yet is a very healthy source of food.
Quinoa is always misunderstood as a type of grain. The truth is quite the contrary to the belief, as quinoa is not a grain but the seed of a leafy plant that is related to spinach! It is considered as a pseudocereal or pseudograin. Quinoa is an organic food grown in the Andes mountains of Ecuador. It is a small, round, yellow grain in appearance. You can cook quinoa in just 12 minutes with a crunchy texture. It was known as 'the gold of the Incas' as they had discovered it helped increasing the stamina of their warriors.
Quiona is high in protein and includes all the nine essential amino acids supplements. It is the choice of grains for vegans, as it helps them take in the adequate amount of proteins, required in a healthy diet. It contains lysine, an amino acid that is very important for the growth of tissues and repair mechanism. It is an excellent source of magnesium, iron, copper, phosphorous and even manganese. It has slow releasing, high level of carbohydrates, that give the stomach a full feeling for a long time. Thus, making it good for people who are watching their weight and need to maintain adequate blood sugar levels. Hence, it does not make one feel guilty of all the extra calories eaten. Know more on veganism.
Quiona is very good for people suffering from migraines, diabetes and atherosclerosis. Quiona is a good source of magnesium, that helps relaxing the blood vessels and preventing the constriction and dilation that is observed in migraines. It also contains riboflavin (vitamin B2) that is very important for producing energy within the cells. Vitamin B2 has been known to improve the energy metabolism within the brain and muscle cells, thus reducing the frequency of migraines.
Magnesium found in quinoa also helps in relaxing the blood vessels. Thus, making quinoa an excellent choice for people suffering from hypertension, ischemic heart disease and cardiac arrhythmia and helping in improving the cardiovascular health. A study conducted with post menopausal women with heart diseases, high cholesterol high blood pressure, etc have shown low progress in related cardiovascular diseases. These women were asked to eat 6 servings of whole grains like quinoa every week.
Quiona contains manganese and copper, that are the co-factors for super oxide dismutase enzyme. This enzyme helps protect the cells from damage by free radicals. A study has also shown that foods containing high insoluble fiber like quinoa have helped avoiding occurrences of gallstones in women.
That little seed packs a lot of power, don't you think? It's definitely worth trying but research it some more yourself by googling "quinoa".
Here is the link to the site where I got this information: http://bit.ly/ctyX3I
Posted on March 5 at 8:48 a.m.
((Yeahuhuh)) You are exactly right! The kids don't move or play enough. They spend most of their time in front of the television, PlayStation, or computer (playing games) rather than being outside indulging in real playtime.
There are so many children being diagnosed with diabetes, as early as 8 years of age. I've been very impressed with First Lady, Michelle Obama's efforts to bring attention to this issue on a grand scale. For her to come to Mississippi says a lot! I hope her visit is enough to push people to move more and make better food choices.
I hope this year is the last year for Mississippi to rank at the bottom for adult and child obesity.
Posted on March 5 at 8:41 a.m.
Along with that pot of rice, cook some beans or peas with a nice smoked turkey leg in the pot and you'll have a nice inexpensive meal you can eat for several days -- add a green salad on the side or some fruit and you have a nice meal full of fiber -- leaving some change in your pocket, too!
We tend to ruin good, nutritious foods by slathering lots of butter, gravy or salad dressings all over it.
Quinoa is similar to rice but is a grain that is packed with nutritional value. I've grown to like it -- it has a nutty taste. I'll see if I can find some nutritional information about it to post here.
Posted on March 3 at 9:55 a.m.
No! Parenting should be taught at home and through example via observation. I agree with both ((mommyagain)) and ((SniperX)). I always include good books about parenting and caring for a baby when I give baby shower gifts. Share good information early with a new parent and give them good reading material to reinforce it. You have to compensate for those who may not have grown up in the best environment and may not have good examples to follow.
The only reason I would see parenting classes as a benefit is when there are pregnant teenagers in the classroom. Then parenting classes could be a mandatory requirement for those students only.
I think there are programs that require the recipients of their services to attend parenting classes in order to qualify or to continue receiving benefits. I think those requirements are appropriate and helpful. I see the system moving more toward having parents attend parenting classes when there is an issue involving the child's welfare.
I think there should definitely be a mandatory requirement for parenting classes when a child or teen commits a crime. The court should definitely order the parent(s) to attend parenting classes. In a lot of cases, I see poor parenting or negligence as the underlying factor in kids committing crimes.
Posted on March 2 at 1:21 p.m.
I used to remind the young offenders I counseled about the importance of making the right choices. So many of them had brilliant minds and were very resourceful but used their skills to reek havoc by committing crimes.
I encouraged them to use their talents and energy for good, not evil and find a way to help and not hurt.
I shared with them Dr. Ben Carson's story: http://bit.ly/yAun
It's a very humbling and enlightening story to hear. I would like to share it with you. Go out and use it, too.
On Have you ever spoken to a group of teenagers about the choices they make in life?
Posted on March 2 at 1:04 p.m.
I used to the opportunity to counsel and work with juvenile offenders who were incarcerated. Some had robbed folks, some sold drugs, some had even raped or murdered innocent people.
Occasionally, I've come across a few who have met me face-to face on the outside. Surprisingly, all of them have smiled or come up to me to let me know what they are now doing with their lives. If I see them loitering around a store or acting lost, I ask them "What's up with you? What are you doing with yourself now?" A few have been startled by me, they used to call me "Casper the Ghost!" because I would appear out of nowhere and be in their face in a blink of an eye! :-)
They talk . . . I listen . . . I redirect . . . then I go on my way. They have to hold themselves accountable for their actions and accept responsibility for the things they do.
All of them have thanked me for listening and working with them to change their lives for the better. Raging hormones and peer pressure play a part in a lot things young people do that gets them into trouble. Over time, they come to realize the error of their ways and also begin to realize that you said what you said because you really cared.
Several years ago, I saw one of the young men I worked with in an antique store I frequented. He looked at me . . . I looked at him . . . he looked at me again, then acknowledged that he knew who I was. I went over to him and asked him why he was hesitant to speak to me. He said, "I don't want them to know that I was locked up as a teenager." I reassured him that I had no intentions of ever disclosing his past history to his employer or anyone else. We had a brief conversation about antiques, he smiled, I smiled. Then, he told me that a couple of the young men he hung with had been killed. One had returned to the system. He was glad he took another route. I was too, because I knew he had potential and so much more to give. And, he had a supportive family.
So, know that when you talk to a group of teenagers, especially those who have made some bad choices, your words do not always fall on deaf ears. Some listen, some take what you say to heart and they make the necessary changes. It's all in your approach and how you position yourself.
But knowing that one thing you said made a difference to a kid . . . knowing that they appreciate your genuine efforts to guide them the right way, is priceless in terms of how it makes you feel as a person, a parent, a mentor, or the person next door.
Making a difference in a kid's life for the better, is very rewarding! These kids are our future. We can either throw them away, kick them by the wayside, or cross their path with the intention of steering down the right road. I choose to do the latter.
We have choices, too!
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Posted on March 1 at 1:50 p.m.
((DUCKHUNTER)) Follow me closely . . . I made STRAIGHT A's!!! That included my 3 years at Cathedral. Evidently, I was very capable of holding my own at Cathedral -- I made straight A's there, too.
I had no fear -- I was very confident in my ability to compete and receive academic scholarships wherever I went to school. As a matter of fact, I was heavily recruited and courted by the military, especially the Air Force. I had options -- all favorable!
The only reason I changed schools was my personal desire to go to school with my childhood friends and my cousins. My older sister and I wanted to graduate from high school with our friends because we knew the value of having those memories. We had a very hard time convincing our parents of that but we were right! And, we were happier teenagers and more well-rounded as a result.
Posted on March 1 at 1:06 p.m.
As for all these comments calling our kids in the public school system "stupid" and condemning them to "digging ditches and being fry cooks" you can take your comments and shove them up your behinds!!!! The majority of you posting these types of comments are notorious for jumping on here spewing your hateful comments. You never have anything civil to contribute on any topic regarding the Natchez Public School System.
For the record, I went from 1st Grade - 12th Grade with straight A's, not one B. I attended Holy Family School and Cathedral but graduated from North Natchez Adams High School. I received several 4-year academic scholarships and graduated from college with highest honors. I am a graduate of the Natchez Public School System and proud of it. I wouldn't give anything for the life experiences and wonderful memories created during my years at North Natchez.
My years at Cathedral were fine except for the times when the kids there purposefully destroyed school property by stuffing broken bottles and tissue down the toilets, starting up the school's tractor and running it down the hill which destroyed the school's fence, setting off firecrackers in the hall, and numerous acts that included defacing the walls within the school. Of course, daddy paid for all the damages and all was good -- while Lil' Johnny plotted his next move! That was the most rowdy and uncivilized bunch of kids I ever encountered in my life.
The teachers I had at North Natchez Adams High School were the best! The students studied hard and we had a very healthy spirit of competition among us for obtaining 100 on all our tests and class assignments. Sure there were kids there who did very little and barely came to school. And, yes they have been floundering around trying to find someone to hire them without a high school diploma. Or, they have spent most of their adult life in jail. However, you will find apathetic students in every school. Some are a result of poor parenting, and some are a result of internal issues the child is battling with . . . who knows!
Posted on March 1 at 12:55 p.m.
What's all the fuss about?!?!!? It makes sense to me to change the grading system for a 7-point system to a 10-point system.
"Superintendent Anthony Morris said surrounding states have already enacted a 10-point grading system and more than 100 Mississippi school districts have switched."
((jonholmes)) ((gww45)) ((oldguy)) ((thinkforyourself)) and ((Bar_Louie)) . . . good comments.
This is like so many other things, there will always be a group of people who only see color. Therefore, they see no good in anything proposed for the public schools, if though it makes perfectly good sense. This change will only make sense to them if their child is on the receiving end of it! I guarantee you that if these naysayers had a child facing this dilemma, where they were denied a scholarship because they were graded on a 7-point system vs. a 10-point system, they would be ALL FOR IT!
Please be reminded that our schools, public and private, are reflections of us as a community. Don't be so quick to criticize and point fingers when there's three fingers pointed back at you. Be just as quick to offer solutions so our town, City and State will be better than we are. That's the only way we can decrease crime, illiteracy and ignorance.
It really does take a village to raise a child!
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Posted on March 5 at 9:17 a.m.
To Tricia and the entire Robinson family, you have my deepest sympathy. You all can rest assured that Ms. Gloria has transitioned to a beautiful place where her brothers and sisters are waiting with open arms.
She's in another home, in a happier place, in a beautiful forever . . . you'll meet again.
Going Home
This world has its seasons of sadness,
Its partings and tearful good-byes . . .
But someday there'll be only gladness
When the Lord wipes all tears from our eyes.
There'll be an all-out celebration
One day when our time here is through,
And our loved ones will say with elation,
"Welcome home -- I've been waiting for you!"
~ Iris
On Obituary for Gloria Robinson Gaines