Should You Get A Bullbar?

By John Wright

There is a wide range of diverse option about whether bull bars are good or bad. A bullbar is one of many off road accessories, just a device that is fitted in the front part of automobiles to defend the automobile and passengers from any damage in case of a crash with any animal.

They do vary considerably in form and size and customarily they are made from aluminum tubing or welded steel and the most recently polyethylene materials and moulded polycarbonate.

The large number of wounds and deaths recorded because of firm automobile fronts and pretty often with the metallic bullbars has always been considered too high. For instance Europe recorded 18,000 accidents and 2000 deaths in the year 2000.

This led on to the banning of metal bulbar sale by the Union Directive of Europe. Studies have revealed that bullbars increases the amount of pedestrian deaths and bad injuries.

The word 'bull ' in that name is talking about cattle. In the rustic areas, the cattle ramble onto the streets and highways. Now, the bars which were built to specifically protect vehicles are thought to be dangerous than simply letting the uncontrolled deformation absorb the energy during crash.

Due to this, certain aftermarket companies and automobile manufacturers now offer more advanced impact bars that integrate fantasically with the safety system of the vehicle e.g. The turning on airbags in case of crash with bullbar.

Plastic bullbars are also available and they're considered safer since their design helps them to act as springs and consequently deflect on crash force making the car still drivable even after striking any animal.

This now becomes even safer compared with the same auto having no bulbar in any way. Channel sections of bars offers great strength in the protection system and so need to be constructed out of a chunk of material and not interlinked to any section welded or bolted together.

A material thickness must truly be put into account in the choice of a bulbar as it is directly proportional to the power of the product so delivery of bigger protection.

Moreover, the material grade isn't left apart. Products of hi-tensile or steel are much stronger compared to polymer products or any standard amalgamate.

About the Author:

John Wright is known as an internationally published writer, voicing his opinion on a distinct collection of themes, which range from 4x4 And More, Perth to politics, religion to 4x4andmore.com.au. His insightful work is available from websites world-wide.

How To Make Healthy Eating Choices At Any Restaurant

By Michael Edgar

Many fast food menus deserve the reputation they have for offering unhealthy options but if you know what to look for, there are many healthy choices available. Before ordering a meal at your favorite fast food restaurant, read the nutrition guides for the various menu items. These guides are sometimes available online and can be printed out or downloaded to any computer. This is something that is extremely important for people suffering with heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease and other medical conditions aggravated by poor eating habits. Nonprofit organizations maintain websites with valuable information about healthy eating choices. Once you have the information you need, you will be able to find restaurants that offer healthy menu options.

Even if you fail to plan, there are healthy choices for you to make. Someone who wants to consume healthy foods should stay away from the salad topped with a dressing high in fat. The better choice is a salad made with grilled protein, fresh vegetables and a light dressing.

How to Order Healthy Meals

Managing portion size is the key to eating healthy.

Most fast food places sell a single serving meal that has enough food for at least two people.

Items to avoid when choosing from the menu:

-Never super size your portions. The smaller size is enough for one person. Many large servings are big enough for two meals.

--Another tip that can help you is to take half home or divide the portion with a dining partner.

--Avoid foods heavy with salt or sodium content. Fast food places tend to be very high in sodium, which is a major contributor to high blood pressure and other problems. No need to add more salt since it is literally inside many products already. (Beware of high sodium soups for example.)

-Do not order menu items made with bacon. While flavorful, bacon is high in calories and fat while offering hardly any nutritional value. Tomatoes, pickles, onions and other vegetables add just as much flavor and contain no fat.

--Don't make All You Can Eat Buffets a regular thing. You'll likely somewhat overeat just to get your money's worth. If you do choose buffet dining, opt for fresh fruits, steamed vegetables, salads with olive oil & vinegar or low-fat dressings, broiled entrees, and seafood like crab or shrimp is very good.

Now let's give you a few positive things that you can remember to do when dining with Fast Food:

- Carefully read the menu and analyze the ingredients. Order a meal of lean meat and fresh vegetables. Do not order anything breaded, deep-fried or smothered in a creamy sauce.

- Drink water with the meal instead of a soda or milkshake. Unsweetened iced tea with lemon is another good choice. Some people flavor their water with lemon to make it more palatable.

Once you know more about the calorie content of different foods, you will be able to make healthy choices from any menu automatically without even thinking about it. Become informed about the calorie and fat content of dressings, cheese, sauces and different condiments. Ask for sauces on the side so you have control over how much you consume. Some items may be acceptable choices if served without the usual unhealthy toppings or sauces. One mistake many people make is rushing through a meal. The stomach is actually full for quite some time before the brain receives signals that allow you to perceive you are full. Enjoying your meal slowly and chewing your food completely helps improve digestion. A leisurely meal makes you feel satisfied after you eat instead of stuffed.

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Planning for Your Own Food Storage Unit

By Jason Larrsohn

When you are planning on starting a food storage unit you should make sure that you lay out a plan for yourself. There are a lot of people that think they will not need a plan when they want to start planning for their emergency food supply.

The benefits associated with the use of these bags makes their purchases well worth it all in nature. Indeed, the investment made in securing these items will be one which stands to have a positive effect on everything.

The first benefit to vacuum sealer bags is that they create an environment where air cannot get in or out of the plastic. One of the biggest factors which spoils food is the bacteria which is in the air, so cutting off access to the stored good immediately makes the goods more viable in nature.

As you are learning how you are going to be wise about this process you want to make sure that you are also buying foods that you like to eat. Do not buy foods that you do not want to eat, because it will be much easier for you to let those foods go bad rather than eating them.

The vacuum sealers also help people to stratify their foods. Using these units, individuals have the ability to separate out their consumables in certain ways, for the sake of order and storage.

Many people do not think about this and end up putting their food storage out in a shed. Unless you live in an area that has a very mild temperature, you are not going to want to keep your food outside where it will be affected by the elements. You have to make sure that you keep your food somewhere that will enable it to last as long as it should. When you find the place where you can keep all of your food you also want to understand any limitations that you have on space.

The storage area will also be more sanitary, since there will not be any kind of leakage which emits from the units. Avoiding drips keeps things sanitary and safe at the same time.

Make sure that you take the time to map out how much space you are going to have. After you map out your space you should be sure that you take the time that you need to figure out which staples you are going to start with.

For example, the plastic of the units is thick enough to be able to ward off impacts and poking, thereby ensuring that things do not get too harmed or that holes are able to develop. Toughened materials lead to much better results overall.

Freezer burn is a very common concern especially when one is using the vacuum sealers to store meat. Freezer burn occurs when the moisture in consumables crystalizes and freezes, thereby damaging the cellular structure and texture of the individual piece which is affected. When this happens, the piece which has been affected is often rendered inedible, therefore being lost to the freezer itself. This common occurrence is definitely something to be avoided at all costs.

Vacuum sealing your food is a great way to ensure that you are going to be able to keep your food fresh. You should be sure that you understand how you are going to be wise about the way that you are going to seal all of the food so that you do not have to worry about it rotting.

Although you will have food that is designed to stay good for many years to come, you have to understand that it will expire. Even if it expires in ten years, you want to be sure that you are aware of the expiration date. Many people forget about these expiration dates simply because they are so long after the purchase. You want to be sure that you understand how you are going to remember when the expiration date is.

Make sure that you take the time that you need to get the right vacuum sealer bags. You should be sure that you find the bags that are capable of freezing and keeping the food inside safe for a long time.

Take the time that you need to be sure that you can keep your food fresh. Through learning how to store the food and learning how to shop properly you can be sure that your food will always stay fresh and you do not waste time and money on food that goes bad.

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Tips for Buying Kitchen Island Seats

By Dio Ravey

The islands in the kitchen provide added storage space, more counter top space and if you extend the surface beyond the cabinets for at least 12 inches, you gain extra seating too. As we're spending more time in the kitchen, it just makes sense to include seating for the cook, the kids and guests when you're entertaining. The real challenge is finding stools or chairs that compliment your kitchen design without being distracting.

Picking Kitchen Seating

You might think it's easy to pick out just the right chairs or stools for your new kitchen but it's not. So here are some quick tips to steer you in the right direction.

* Does your kitchen open into a dining area? Decide if you want the kitchen island chairs to match those at the table visible from the kitchen like they do below.

* How large is the island counter top? You want your chairs or stools to be similar in size so larger chairs will compliment a large island counter top while smaller chairs or stools will fit smaller, narrow counter tops.

* Will your chairs be left out all the time or put away? If your kitchen is roomy, chances are your chairs will stay there all the time but if you're tight on space as condos and city dwellings tend to be, pick chairs that are easy to carry and stack when stored.

* How much space do you have behind the chair? You need at least 3 feet for someone to walk between a chair and the wall or cabinets so take some measurements before heading to the store.

* Do you want chair backs to take up visual space in your kitchen? You might only look at the chairs when shopping. Try to imagine them (2, 3 or more) and the effect of seat backs taking up visual space when they're sitting in the room.

* How will your kitchen island be used? If the island will be used informally then taller is fine. When small children are doing homework they may be more comfortable with a 2-level island top that lets them sit at a normal table height.

* How large is the island counter top? You want your chairs or stools to be similar in size so larger chairs will compliment a large island counter top while smaller chairs or stools will fit smaller, narrow counter tops.

* Does your kitchen open into a dining area? Decide if you want the kitchen island chairs to match those at the table visible from the kitchen like they do below.

* How will your kitchen island be used? If the island will be used informally then taller is fine. When small children are doing homework they may be more comfortable with a 2-level island top that lets them sit at a normal table height.

Know your counter height. Kitchen counter tops are normally 36 inches high while tables are 30 inches tall. To be safe, you might also want to measure to the bottom of the counter top.

About the Author:

Tina Gleisner, founder of the Association of Women Home Owners connects homeowners with concepts, terminology and advice to build homes that support today's lifestyles. Through the library and directory at HomeTips4Women, you can LEARN more about how to maintain and repair your home and more.

Where to Find the Hidden Space in Your Home

By Tina Gleisner

When you need more space in your home, there are several choices to consider and your budget will give you the right direction. Sometimes you just have to be more visual and you can get that by changing the pattern of your walls or eliminating them altogether. Most homeowners open up their kitchens to one, or more, adjoining rooms with kitchen/family rooms and kitchen/dining room being the most popular. Lastly, and the most expensive choice, you can add more living space (square footage) to your existing home. However, it is more cost effective when you re-purpose your existing space like an attic or basement, rather than putting on an addition which requires excavation, a foundation, framing and roofing.

Re-Purpose Existing Space

When homes are built, attic and basement are left unfinished. The Attic can be used as a storage room and the basement may be used as a children's unfinished playroom, a workshop, gardening shed and etc. the uses are endless.

* Combine small rooms into larger ones by eliminating walls, or make open living spaces that integrate former hallways (lost space) with rooms so you can take advantage of the added space.

* Create niches for special activities like a home office in the kitchen or a library along one wall of a large hallway. There are often unused walls and corners in the living room or family room that can be used to store all our new electronics including DVDs, CDs, etc.

* Find more space in storage constrained areas by getting rid of things you haven't used in several years. Alternatively you can move things you use only once a year, to less desirable storage areas such as the garage, attic, etc.

Re-Purpose Existing Space

When homes are built, attic and basement are left unfinished. The Attic can be used as a storage room and the basement may be used as a children's unfinished playroom, a workshop, gardening shed and etc. the uses are endless.

Here are some of the best places to look when you need more finished living space:

* The basement or attic has plenty of space when you finish it. This is where you're most likely to put an extra bedroom with full or half bathroom. Attics are less expensive to repurpose as they don't require the same access requirements to meet fire codes.

* Garden windows and skylights add natural light and enable indoor gardening when you bring the outdoors inside with larger windows or patio doors.

* Recover dull space lost in the walls, i.e. under stairs. When measuring custom closets for one homeowner, we explained that they could extend their closet another 4 feet with a sloped ceiling and they loved the idea.

* Remove some walls to create a pass through between rooms giving you more visual space with the same floor plan. This is mostly done between kitchens and adjoining living/family rooms. A sliding window with a counter from the kitchen to an outside deck, makes it much easier to enjoy outdoor meals.

* Find more space in storage constrained areas by getting rid of things you haven't used in several years. Alternatively you can move things you use only once a year, to less desirable storage areas such as the garage, attic, etc.

Add More Living Space

It is time to consider an addition when you need another bedroom or want some separation between the parents' space and the children's rooms. Putting an addition on your house is often cheaper than selling your house and buying a new one but you'll make trade - offs in cost and stress - the chaos of remodeling versus the challenges of moving.

Outdoor living spaces are very popular today as families look for ways to relax and entertain more at home. Read some remodeling books to help you find the ideal solution for your home. Another great way to get ideas is to go on some of the house tours (sometimes called kitchen tours but you see lots more than the kitchens) in your community.

About the Author:

Tina Gleisner, founder of the Association of Women Home Owners connects homeowners with concepts, terminology and advice to build homes that support today's lifestyles. Through the library and directory at HomeTips4Women, you can LEARN more about how to maintain and repair your home and more.