Digestion time varies between individuals and between men and women. After eating, it takes about six to eight hours for food to pass through the stomach and small intestine. Food then enters your large intestine (colon) for further digestion, water absorption and finally elimination of undigested food. It takes about 36 hours for food to move through the entire colon. All told, the entire process – from the time you swallow food until it leaves your body as feces – takes about two to five days, depending on the individual.
Uncategorized
How to Make Hummingbird Food
Ingredient
Refined white sugar
Water
Instructions for making safe hummingbird food:
Mix 1 part sugar with 4 parts water (e.g., 1 cup sugar with 4 cups water) until sugar is dissolved
Do not add red dye
Fill your hummingbird feeder with the sugar water and ort outside
Additional sugar water can be stored in the refrigerator
Change the feeders every other day and clean them thoroughly each time to prevent harmful mold growth
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use tap water?
Yes. You can use tap water to make your hummingbird nectar.
What type of sugar can I use?
Always use refined white sugar (regular table sugar). Never use honey, corn syrup, or raw, unprocessed sugar.
Powdered sugar (also called confectioners’ sugar) often contains additional ingredients such as cornstarch. Therefore, it is not recommended for making hummingbird food.
Should I boil the water?
No, the water for your nectar does not need to be boiled. Stir or shake your mixture until the sugar is completely dissolved in the water.
What does 1 part sugar and 4 parts water mean?
One part can be any type of measurement (e.g. cup, ounce, quart, etc.) but will always be the same. To calculate 1 part sugar and 4 parts water for your recipe, first choose a measurement for “one part. “Then do some simple math:
1 x (chosen “one part” measurement) = total sugar
4 x (selected “one part” measurement) = total water
For example, if you want to make a large amount of sugar water, you can choose 1 part = 2 cups for your recipe.
1 x 2 cups = 2 cups of sugar
4 x 2 cups = 8 cups of water
So in this example, you would mix 2 cups of sugar (1 part) with 8 cups of water (4 parts).
To make a smaller batch of sugar water, you may decide that for your recipe, 1 part = ½ cup.
1 x ½ cup = ½ cup of sugar.
4 x ½ cup = 2 cups of water.
So in this example, you would mix ½ cup of sugar (1 part) with 2 cups of water (4 parts).
How long can I store additional sugar water in the refrigerator?
Supplemental sugar water for your hummingbird feed can be stored in the refrigerator, but should not be stored for more than two weeks. If you notice mold on your sugar water stored in the refrigerator, throw it away and make a new batch for your hummingbird feeder.
How often should I change the sugar water in my hummingbird feeder?
It is recommended that feeders be changed and thoroughly cleaned every other day, but it is important that they be cleaned and refilled at least twice a week in hot weather (summer) and once a week in cooler weather (spring/fall) to prevent mold growth.
When should I set up my feeder?
Hummingbirds are migratory, Therefore, exactly when you should set up or take down your hummingbird feeder depends on where you live. Along the Gulf Coast and other southern parts of the U.S., feeders can be set up from mid-February to early November. In the mid-latitudes, they should be placed from early to mid-April through late October. Farther north, they can be placed from early May through late September. Visit eBird to learn more about hummingbird migration.
It is a myth that leaving hummingbird feeders too late in the fall will prevent birds from migrating. Hummingbirds have an internal clock regulated by the changing length of the day that lets them know when it is time to leave.
Where should I set up my feeder?
Place your feeder in the shade of windows and areas with a lot of activity. If possible, place your feeder near trees. Hummingbirds are territorial and like to perch in nearby trees to chase away intruders in their feeding area.
Why shouldn’t I add red dye to my sugar water recipe?
Red dye or coloring is not necessary to attract hummingbirds and could be harmful to the birds.
What plants and flowers attract hummingbirds?
Hummingbirds like flowers that produce lots of nectar, such as bee balm, salvias, weigela, trumpet honeysuckle (and other trumpet vines), and bleeding hearts. Red, tubular flowers are especially popular with these birds.
Many nursery flowers are grown for color, longevity, and size but do not produce much nectar, but some nurseries may have sections devoted to hummingbirds
Free Printable Card Games and Board Games
Calling all DIYers, parents, homeschoolers, teachers, babysitters, day care providers, grandparents and those who love to save money and get free things–have I got some great links for you today! Hundreds of free printable board games and card games.
I’ve come to the conclusion that not only is it possible to print just about anything from the Internet, it’s also possible to find free printables for just about anything on the Internet. As always, I’ve explored each of the links and they are safe to print. You may need to turn off pop-up blockers and have Adobe Acrobat or some other PDF reader installed on your computer. But aside from that, it’s point, click, print and enjoy!
These free printable links have board games, bingo games, word games, puzzles games, memory games, card games, lotto games, game tokens, game spinners, instructions and even free printable dice (which could be used as an excellent way to teach 3D shapes and geometric solids…alas, once a teacher, always on the prowl for a lesson plan.) When I say that this list in no way covers all the free printable games, I’m not exaggerating.
I love the fact that most all of these games print in black and white, because you know what that means? Free printable coloring pages also. If you have craft coloring activity fiends in your house or classroom, you’ll know that they love any opportunity to color. My youngest even insists on coloring all the illustrations in her books. So these free printable games give us more bang for the buck, well, not the buck in this case! Kids will love printing, cutting and pasting and assembling these free printable games. These make good little gifts, classroom materials, teaching supplies, babysitting boredom busters, day care and grandparents rainy day activities, car trip activities, you name it.
http://www.printablegames.org/ This link has a nice selection of puzzles and one page games with nice graphics. Educational games too.
http://familyfun.go.com/printables/games/ Many word game, card game, bingo and board games on many themes: animals, seasons, holidays and more. Good for upper elementary kids too.
http://www.santorographics.com/tutticuti_mini/printgame.html This is a cute girly board game to print.
http://www.teacherhelp.org/puzzles_and_games.htm#printable Fun, interesting educational games. Great for interactive summer math and reading practice for students. Nicely laid out.
http://www.adrianbruce.com/maths/shapes/shapecont2.pdf Adrian Bruce has a nice selection of free printable games. Educational. Lots of card games (my favorite).
http://kidscrafts.suite101.com/article.cfm/printable_games_index Kids Crafts at Suite 101 was a real find. I was astonished at the huge selection of free printable games available. I was delighted to see games based on some familiar literary faces: Froggy, The Very Busy Spider and several other good buddies from beloved kids’ books. Suite 101 was a nice find for online article writers also.
Now if you can’t find a game on this list that suits your fancy, I’ll be very surprised. That’s it from now, be sure to check us out at Infantcore!
Tips for Backpacking Gear Preparation
This is the perfect time to get your backpacking gear ready for spring and summer. The gentle warmth of coming spring is turning snowy ground to muddy muck. Hiking in mud is no fun. Take the next couple of weeks to clean off the dirt, do the maintenance, and apply new waterproofing. All your backpacking gear (purchase through thepnw.co) needs tender loving care.
Start with your boots. Take out the laces and check them for wear, replace them if needed (laces are cheap). Use a soft brush to remove the dried mud and loose dirt especially where the sole meets the upper and under the boot tongue. Is it time to treat your feet to a new pair of insoles? Wipe out the inside with a soft damp cloth. Waterproof your boots with the proper agent. Mink oil keeps leather boots supple and keeps water from soaking in. Spray on waterproofing works well on man-made fabrics.
Keep the spray-on waterproofing handy for the outside of your backpack. Use that soft brush again to clean off any loose dirt first. Check the zippers, make sure they work smoothly. Vacuum loose debris out of the main compartment and pockets. Make sure all the straps are in place and the buckles lock firmly. This is a great time to decide which type of pack is right for you – http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/290099/choosing_the_right_backpack_internal.html.
Trek poles are like extra legs so they need attention. Here is where to find good information for maintaining and getting the most use out of them – http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/292786/trek_poles_essential_gear_for_backpacking.html.
Hydration is important when you are on the trail. Take the water bladder out of the freezer (You have been keeping in the freezer? Freezing it makes sure no nasty mildew grows in it.) and give it a good washing out. Check that the hose and mouthpiece are in good shape. There is a filter in the water pump. It is going to need replacing if the pump is getting harder to work or the filter is coated in black goo. Examine the pump handle for cracks. Days away from civilization is not when you want it to break off. The intake and filler hoses need to be checked for kinks or splits.
Take the camp stove apart and give it a good cleaning. Screw on a fuel canister and listen for gas escaping around the seal. Fire it up to ensure there is flame around the burner. How much fuel is left from last year? Give the camp pots and utensils a good scrubbing.
Set up the tent. You will know if any poles or tie-downs are missing and if any need replacing. Count the tent pegs. More zippers to check. Examine the seams for potential splits and reseal them if needed. Look for tears in the bug screen on the windows. Vacuum out any dirt on the floor.
At the end of the hike you will be ready to rest so make certain your sleeping bag and ground pad are ready. Sweat and dirt not only make your sleeping bag smell funky they also reduce its thermal efficiency. Follow the manufacturers washing instructions. Blow up your ground pad, stand it up in the shower and gently wash it with liquid soap. Not only will it get clean but you can check for leaks, watch for bubbles. Use the patch kit that came with it to repair any holes.
All your expensive gear will last longer with regular maintenance. When its time for that first warm weather backpacking trip you will not have to waste time getting ready. The boots will get you where you want to go, your pack will carry the necessities, the tent will shield you from the elements, trek poles will ease your burden, water and food will taste good, and your bed will smell fresh and keep you warm.
Happy backpacking.
Appealing Facts Regarding Real Estate Professionals
Determining if you should make use of a real estate agent when you actually purchase or market your following residence is actually a question that you could have pondered in the past. If perhaps you aren’t sure if perhaps it might be beneficial to utilize a real estate professional, possibly this article can assist. It’s an undeniable fact that purchasing a property is definitely essentially the most highly-priced thing that nearly all people accomplish in their own lives. And the reality is that acquiring the top deal is exactly what you’ll get in the event that you will choose the particular expert services associated with a realtor – whether it be selling or buying a house.
https://www.eddieyan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/eddie-yan.png
Eddie Yan: Award Winning Burnaby Realtor
Phone: 604-722-7309
Url: https://www.eddieyan.ca/
3010 Boundary Rd
Burnaby, BC V5M 4A1
In the event that you’re in search of the best bargain for your hard earned dollars then this will be achievable to achieve by means of choosing a dependable realtor. You’ll not be overpaying and are going to be able to take it easy understanding the fact that you obtained the very best bargain regarding the needs you have. We simply can’t disregard that in relation to Vancouver real estate, it happens to be brimming. Precisely what that means? It signifies the fact that you’ll have trouble on the lookout for the best deals yourself. In terms of real estate agents, these people will undoubtedly be in a position to overcome all of the issues that may occur effortlessly. In the event that you happen to be the particular person that is actually seeking to spend money on real estate property well then deciding on one real estate broker out of all the Burnaby real estate agents is exactly what you should carry out.
How Treat Food Poisoning
Diagnosis
Food poisoning is often diagnosed based on a detailed history, including how long you’ve been sick, your symptoms and specific foods you’ve eaten. Your doctor will also perform a physical exam, looking for signs of dehydration.
Depending on your symptoms and health history, your doctor may conduct diagnostic tests, such as a blood test, stool culture or examination for parasites, to identify the cause and confirm the diagnosis.
For a stool test, your doctor will send a sample of your stool to a lab, where a technician will try to identify the infectious organism. If an organism is found, your doctor likely will notify your local health department to determine if the food poisoning is linked to an outbreak.
In some cases, the cause of food poisoning can’t be identified.
Treatment
Treatment for food poisoning typically depends on the source of the illness, if known, and the severity of your symptoms. For most people, the illness resolves without treatment within a few days, though some types of food poisoning may last longer.
Treatment of food poisoning may include:
Replacement of lost fluids. Fluids and electrolytes — minerals such as sodium, potassium and calcium that maintain the balance of fluids in your body — lost to persistent diarrhea need to be replaced. Some children and adults with persistent diarrhea or vomiting may need hospitalization, where they can receive salts and fluids through a vein (intravenously), to prevent or treat dehydration.
Antibiotics. Your doctor may prescribe antibiotics if you have a certain kind of bacterial food poisoning and your symptoms are severe. Food poisoning caused by listeria needs to be treated with intravenous antibiotics during hospitalization. The sooner treatment begins, the better. During pregnancy, prompt antibiotic treatment may help keep the infection from affecting the baby.
Antibiotics will not help food poisoning caused by viruses. Antibiotics may actually worsen symptoms in certain kinds of viral or bacterial food poisoning. Talk to your doctor about your options.
Adults with diarrhea that isn’t bloody and who have no fever may get relief from taking the medication loperamide (Imodium A-D) or bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol). Ask your doctor about these options.
Home Decorating Theme – Medieval Goth
One of the most misrepresented subcultures; Goths are not all into having everything black, gloomy, depressing, or death-related. In this article we’ll explore home decorating ideas for one of the perhaps original types, the Medieval Goth.
A man’s home is his castle, as the old saying goes, and this decorating style strives to make it a reality. Candles cast a soft glow over tapestries and suits of armor standing at attention. Gargoyle and dragon statues grace the shelves, while sword displays hang on the walls. Stained glass, wall sconces, chains, faux stone, and Gothic arches and are also design elements.
Colors would be burgundy, gold, black, hunter or forest green, and navy or midnight blue. Fabric choices could be heavier weights including velvet, tapestry, wool, fake fur, and linen. Curtains and wall hangings would use iron or pewter rods.
Furniture could be a mix of wood and stone. Throws and slip covers could be used to conceal modern style sofas. Iron hardware may be added to pieces to lend a medieval Goth flair. Simple hooks and chains can suspend tea light candles in pretty glass containers.
Now that we have an idea of what we are trying to achieve, the next question is where to find what we need? Well, I know an online shop that sells funky finds you need. I actually both a couple of wooden dinnerware sets there and it was superb!
For the fabrics, any local fabric store should have what you need. You might even find some good tapestry fabric to make your own wall hanging. If you’re an internet shopper these sites may be useful.
http://www.european-wall-tapestries.com – There are some gorgeous medieval tapestries here, perfect for Goth décor and many very reasonably priced.
http://www.housefabric.com – This website carries tapestry fabric and chenille tapestry in several rich patterns.
For the furniture and accessories; yard and estate sales and thrift stores are good places to look for items you can modify to fit your medieval Goth castle. Home improvement stores like Lowe’s and Home Depot should have iron hardware, chains, and rods. Home décor and craft stores such as Garden Ridge carry wonderful suits of armor. Statues and other medieval collectibles can be found at various places online.
http://www.designtoscano.com – Their items are a little expensive, but they are beautiful. From Excalibur to dragon wall sconces to several gargoyle sculptures and much more; even if you don’t buy something you’ll enjoy browsing.
http://www.mwart.com – This website is a great resource for medieval home decorating. I found the small touches such as the set of castle keys and helmet desk organizer very nice.
http://www.thesteelsource.com – This site has some very nice statues of dragons and gargoyles, figurines of gallant knights, banners, sun catchers, and much more.
There are so many craft projects and resources for this style! Here I’ve highlighted some of them.
http://painting.about.com/library/blpaint/blfreestencils-heraldry.htm – Free heraldry stencils including lion rampart and fleur-de-lis. These can be used to make your own shield, customizing a lampshade, or any other idea you can think of.
http://www.rencentral.com/sept_vol1/fauxstonewall.shtml – Step by step directions for creating faux stone walls.
http://www.greydragon.org/furniture.html – Not just one tutorial, but several different plans for various pieces of medieval furniture
Don’t be afraid to turn your home into your own Goth medieval castle. It is possible to create your escape into the bygone days of chivalry on a small budget with some time and creativity.
Best Layouts for Fishing, Hunting and Outdoor Lodge Websites
Setting up a website for your lodge is one of the most important decisions of your business. The key aspect of a lodge website is its ability to be found by your customers. Before selecting a web design company, the business owner should learn the basics of keyword research, consider important search terms that relate to their business and choose a specialist that can create a successful site.
Not all web design companies specialize in search engine optimization, so it is important to review past examples of success when choosing a web design company. Do they have existing clients that rank high in search engine results?
A reputable designer can explain all the factors that influence a website’s search engine rankings, suggest which key phrases might be important and offer services to help your site perform well on Google, Bing and other search engines. After all, the most exquisite and artful website in the world cannot put paying customers on your boat unless they can find you online.
Once the business owner decides to set up a lodge web site, a good idea is to create a list of features that are needed for the project. A blueprint of the site may include only a single page or a menu which includes several pages. Essential to any hunting-fishing-outdoor lodge website is the home page, which may feature a few photos and a brief description of services. My friend who’se working on sites about web hosting Canada reviews says you should seek their help first.
Larger sites will have a full menu on the home page, listing all the important sections that clients may need to access.
Many lodge owners will need a photo gallery which accurately depicts the type of accommodations they will provide. For fishing and hunting lodges, this may include a collection of photos that show the types of species found nearby as well as past successes. Other lodges such as nature or adventure lodges may need images that focus on local geography, events and recreation.
Many lodge owners will include sections that provide seasonal information, rates, types of trips, what to bring, driving directions and other important information. These sections can provide customers with help in .
Some lodges include a blog on their website. Blogs, news pages and report sections are extremely popular among audiences and can be a vital tool for building a portfolio of repeat customers. Some blogging tools combine periodic entries, photos and guests comments to create an interactive experience that attracts a loyal following of readers throughout the season.
A lodge website can also be an important sales tool. In addition to traditional services such as guided fishing and hunting trips, many top businesses offer t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats and other accessories. A good website can increase sales of gear which has become a valuable source of income for many businesses.
Once the website is launched, a specialist can show you cost effective ways to improve your search engine ranks, target specific search terms and bring more readers to your site. The end result can be more paying customers that visit your facility.
To learn more about setting up a hunting, fishing or other outdoor lodge website, improving your search engine rankings or online promotions, visit Daybreak Web Designs.
How to Install SiteFrame
SiteFrame is a very basic and simple Content Management System. I have written a few tutorials on how to install content management systems and I think this is by far the easiest content management system that is out there. This would be an awesome CMS for beginners. Installing SiteFrame is just as easy as using it. You can install it quickly and easily by going through your control panel. In this tutorial I will show you how to install SiteFRame by going through your control panel.
Installing SiteFrame through your C-Panel
Log in to the control panel of the website that you wish to install SiteFrame on. Once you are logged in look for the Fantastico link and click it.
On the next page you will see a list of links down the left hand side of your browser. Click on the SiteFrame link under the Content Management (DNN .net CMS)category.
The next page will give you a brief description about SiteFrame. To get a full description of SiteFrame click on the link in the description. Below the description you will see a New Installation link, the amount of disk space required, and the amount of disk space that you have available. SiteFrame is only 2.14 mb. But be sure that you have enough disk space before you continue with your installation. If you don’t have enough disk space you may need to uninstall something that you aren’t using or upgrade your hosting package. Click on the New Installation to continue with the installation.
The next page is where you will enter the important information needed in order to install SiteFrame. The first two fields seem to complicate people that are new to installing things through the control panel and that is completely understandable. So I will explain the first two fields to you incase you don’t understand them. All the other fields are pretty self explanatory.
Install on Domain – You will have more than one option if you have sub-domains on this domain. If you do have sub-domains and wish to install SiteFrame on a sub-domain simply drop the box down and select the sub-domain that you want. If you do not have any sub-domains then you do not need to do anything with this field.
Install in Directory – You can choose to install SiteFrame in the root directory or a sub-directory. If SiteFrame is installed in the root directory then it will be seen as your homepage. If you install it in a sub-directory then you will need to type in a certain url to access SiteFrame. You can install it in a sub-directory by typing in the name of the new directory in the field. You could name the sub-directory siteframe for example. Make sure that the name of the directory does not already exist. If you wish to install it in the root directory leave this field blank.
After you have entered the information in all the other fields click on the Install SiteFrame button.
The next page will tell you that you have chosen to install SiteFrame on so and so domain and in so and so directory. If this information is correct then click the Finish Installation button. If you wish to change this information click the back button and change it.
The last page will show your username, password, and the admin url that you will need to access the admin panel. You should bookmark or print this information incase you forget it in the future. You can also have this information emailed to you by simply typing in your email address in the field below your information.
You have successfully installed SiteFrame. You will now need to set it up and start adding your content. If you have any questions about the installation please feel free to contact me by using the contact button at the top of the page.
Longer Hours Doesn’t Equal Better Results
Your business is growing and you need to keep the money flowing. In order to handle the marketing, clients, operations business and more you feel that you have to put in more hours of work and more tasks in your academic diary. As you work longer you might actually make less money per hour. Thus longer hours doesn’t mean you are getting better results.
A survey conducted by Schwab Institute longer hours doesn’t mean better pay or results. The surveyed investors and found that those who worked 10-15 hours more a week earned less money per hour. In other words, they earned 33% less per hour than those who worked normal hours.
Since children many of us have been taught that if we work hard and long we will be rewarded with the results. The results in this case are a stronger business, more money and a better of style of living. As entrepreneurs we feel that we have to conquer and solve all the problems of our business. However, at some point we become unproductive.
Productivity requires that we are well rested mentally and physically. After 8-10 hours our minds begin to wonder no matter how much we desire to succeed or how focused we are on the task. In the end we find that we are doing less, making more mistakes and not using our time wisely.
The natural decision to keep working on tasks that are sitting before us sometimes causes us a great deal of harm. As we put in our 12 hour days we may find that we are alienating our friends and our family. As they pull away from us because we no longer spend much time with them we may begin to feel as though our business is more of a prison than an actual blessing.
Likewise physically we are giving ourselves the opportunity to sleep, rest, eat and exercise the way we should. Failure to maintain an appropriate work-life balance can cause of to lose our motivation and health. Once those are gone you won’t have much of a business to speak of. No one wants to go to a place they hate.
The whole goal of having a business is to increase your standard of life. To many of us that may mean more control over our daily lives, more money, more prestige and more time. However, once we actually get into the nitty gritty of running a business we may find that we have less time and energy than we did before. Perhaps we might even worry more than we did before. Balance your life and you will have higher productivity.