Vegetarian Food Pyramid Facts

By Jim John

The vegetarian food pyramid is very similar to the food pyramid that we have all seen. In place of meat it will list the legumes and nuts that are an alternative protein to animal products. It also replaces the fiber category with a vegetable and fruit category at the bottom of the pyramid. This is possible because of the high fiber content of most fruits and vegetables. It is not necessary to add fiber as a separate tier on the pyramid.

Be aware that the regular vegetarian food pyramid is not suitable for strict vegans since the dairy products listed are not within their guidelines. Replacing dairy with soy products, for example, is an alternative. The main difference between the vegan food pyramid and the vegetarian food pyramid would be the addition of breads and grains instead of dairy or egg products.

The food pyramid is an excellent reference for those trying to determine their nutritional needs. If you are concerned about getting the right foods in the right amounts, you should take a look at the pyramid and plan your diet accordingly. The vegetarian pyramid gives you serving amounts daily just as the traditional food pyramid does so you will be able to determine if you are getting the right amounts.

The vegetarian food pyramid will also show you the recommended limits for certain foods. Oils, fats, sugary products and salts are right at the top of the pyramid and should only be used sparingly. This is best for a diet that is to be the healthiest it can be.

The food pyramid that a vegetarian follows is a graphic representation of the healthy compenents of their diet. When the food pyramid is followed religiously, you can be assured that your diet is as nutritious as it could be. This is a great way for dieters, who also follow a vegetarian diet, to design their food plan to get the proper nutrition while they are trying to lose weight.

People choose a vegetarian diet for many reasons and healthy nutrition is right at the top of the list. It can be a little more difficult for a vegetarian to get the nutrition they need without the inclusion of meat, but as the pyramid shows, it can be done. The effort that is expended on planning your food consumption will be rewarded with a greater degree of health and longevity. Most vegetarians are noticeably healthier than their meat eating counterparts.

When you are just starting out as a vegetarian you will find that the vegetarian food pyramid is a great way to plan your diet. It can help the novice get a greater understanding of nutrition and what is necessary for a healthy lifestyle. With all of this great information it is easier than ever to make the transition into a healthier diet. You will find that vegetarianism is a simple and delicious way to improve your health all around.

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Xperia - Bluetooth Phones

By Benjamin K Sorensen

There is something lurking on most mobile phones you may not be aware of; a convenient and easy to use little tool.

Bluetooth phones use radio waves to transmit from your device to a headset or earpiece that is totally wireless.

Other accessories available for mobile phones with Bluetooth technology include hands-free headsets, car and motorcycle kits and speakers and speaker phones. The range of use of your accessories depends on the level of Bluetooth technology that your phone employs. It will most likely use either version 1.1 or 1.2 and have a 30 foot range of use between accessories and the Bluetooth cell phone. Version 2.0 can reach a range of up to 300 feet in some cases. Check your particular model to see what version you have to get a better idea of what range you can expect.

Several options exist for Bluetooth cell phone car kits from your local consumer electronics store that plug directly into your car and are accessible wirelessly through a headset or speaker phone. Push button or voice options exist for calling and music selections in many of these devices, and your Bluetooth cell phone is functional as soon as you turn on your car or motorcycle. Many car makers are offering it as an option in their new cars.

Bluetooth phones can keep you connected through wireless, hands-free technology. Not only are your voice and data communication needs covered, you get the added benefit of internet capabilities. With numerous accessories available for your specific needs, your life may just get a little bit easier. And with all of that convenience and flexibility from a low power radio signal, it's time to take another look at what is lurking inside your cell phone.

No wires to shuffle around your handbag or clip to your belt. Using the options on your phone, you can search out any compatible Bluetooth headset in range and sync them up. Another great feature is the ability to use your phone as your own personal Wi-Fi network. It is possible to establish an internet connection through the use of Bluetooth technology and your cell phones service.

Most phones nowadays are actually Bluetooth phones. What does that mean to you? Bluetooth technology allows different devices such as phones, cameras and PDAs to link up through an ultra low power radio signal with a range of about 30 feet. This link up not only allows devices to share data, it also has other exciting uses you might not have imagined.

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Rim 8330 - The Price May Be Worth It

By Seymour Bronson

Mobile technologies are more than just dual-action processors that help your computer run faster and more efficiently. It also refers to mobile technology, such as pocket PCs, Smartphones and PDAs. You have to stay abreast of technological terms if you hope to understand the latest techno-gadgets that are available on the market.

There will be some terms that apply to more than one thing, but it never hurts to learn all you can about technology, for when it comes time to make your hand-held purchase.

It has received rave reviews from panels, such as those found on www.cnet.com. CNET gives the HX4700 an editorial rating of 7.9, which is excellent. It gives a user rating of 7.3, which is still considered great among consumers. But why has it received such rave reviews?

The reviews come from its outstanding performance and speed. The HX4700 is operating on Windows Mobile 2003 2nd Edition and has the capabilities of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, along with a 624 MHz XScale processor from Hewlett Packard. The four inch screen is unbelievable with its color pixels and it features a replaceable battery to ensure that documents and other information are not lost when the battery dies. It also features a large quantity of memory and is equipped with Outlook, Word, Excel and Internet Explorer.

If there is a downside to the HX4700, then it's all in size. It is a bit bulky, but is still a very sleek pocket PC.

There is a small handicap present when the user first operates the new touchpad and this can translate into poor gaming, for those that use their pocket PC for gaming in particular. If you are in the market for a pocket PC for gaming purposes, then you may want to turn to Dell's Axim.

There are other mobile technologies on the market today that can be bought for far less than the HX4700's price tag. However, few can match its performance power. One of its chief competitors is Apple's new iPhone, which users have fallen in love with for its extra capabilities, such as the use of an iPod and a gaming Smartphone. Whatever you decide is up to your own unique preferences and your own personal needs.

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Lake George New York, A Great Place to Ride

By LJ James

As a Biker I love to take long Rides on my 2007 Harley Davidson, Nightrain. Some times a trip to Connecticut where one has the freedom of choice to decided if they want to wear a Helmet or not is a great place to go. Often I head up to the NY Catskill Mountains, Where a Burger and a Beer at Nicks Waterfall House in West Conesville can be the perfect end to a day of Cruising threw the Mountains.

Then there is another of my Favorite places to ride to, The Lake George NY area. My Uncle has a small Cabin in the Mountains right outside of the town of Lake George where I often stay. The area has some great long and winding roads for riding, These roads will relax even the most stressed Motorcycle rider.

There is so much history to the Lake George NY area. While on a trip one year riding around with no real destination in mind, I found myself in front of Fort Ticonderoga (fort-ticonderoga.org). Being very interested in American History I had to stop in and take the tour. The Fort was built between 1755 and 1759 and has plenty of stories to tell. It had a big roll in the American Revolution. As I walked around the Fort the I could almost imagine I had traveled back to the 18Th Century, The things I learned reminded me of the sacrifices our fore Fathers made to secure the Freedoms we enjoy and let slip threw our fingers every day.

Another thing I like to do is ride on some of the less traveled roads. Riding on a road where you see nothing but Forests and small Waterfalls for miles is very relaxing. I like to search out small little Dinners and eatery's, Stopping at them and trying some of the foods they have to offer.

I recently met up with my Mother, Sister, Brother, Nieces, Nephew and other members of my family at the Lake George Escape Evergreen Resort Campgrounds (LakeGeorgeEscape.com), I found it a great places for me to relax for a few days. There where plenty of activities for the kids and many activities I could enjoy with the kids. In the resorts game room I won my Nieces and Nephew many prizes and I played (or maybe Battled is a more accurate word) Air Hockey with my younger Brother in the game room for hours. The resort has a pond and two pools to Swim in. Each week at the resort during the Summer has a thyme and while we where there it was Halloween week. The Camp Grounds has Nightly Hay rides around the Camp Grounds and since it was Halloween week my Brother came up with the idea of throwing out candy to all the kids as we took a Hay ride around the grounds one night. The Cherry on the top of this great resort has to be the on Grounds full service Tiki style Bar where most Nights they had a DJ to help keep the party going!

Many other things I have stopped to enjoy while riding around and staying in the Lake George area is White Water rafting, Hiking and many Trips to Six Flags Great Escape & Splash Water Kingdom. The park was known as Storytown USA when it first opened in 1954. As a Kid I used to love to watch the gun fights in its old western area known as Ghost town. The park may be much larger now and have many modern day Rides and attractions, but all the old Story town, Jungleland and Ghost town areas from the 50's and 60s are still there! Then of course there is the town of Lake George it self with many great stores for shopping including a new shop I found last year called DILLIGAF's. Many Arcades, Museum's, Para Sailing, Night Clubs and Many Places to eat including some Waterfront Restaurants. Now in my opinion no trip to Lake George can be Complete without a Paddle wheel Cruise on the historic and scenic Lake George itself. The lake is known as the Queen of American Lakes. There are Two maybe three Companies you can use, But I recommend you take your trip on the Lake George Steamboat Company's (lakegeorgesteamboat.com) Minnie-Ha-Ha. I have Pictures of me getting on this Boat with my Family that go back many years.

As Bikers We are always looking for Great places to ride to alone or with our friends and family that offer both great riding areas and many things to do. I have found Lake George to be a great area for both!

Maybe I will see you there! Your Bro L.J. James AmericanBikerX.com Listen to LJs Radio Show at BikerLowDown.com

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DIY Solar Power Kits - Why Go For Them?

By M B Bean

How would you feel if you could actually reduce your annual electricity bills to your home by 80%? Getting a solar powered generator installed at your home could actually help you to achieve this. As you will soon find out there are many different kinds of DIY Solar Power kits available for you to purchase and which can provide another source of power to your home.

Many people today are beginning to look for alternative sources of power for their homes and of them all the DIY Solar Power kits are proving the most popular. Along with being safe for the environment this is also a very cost effective way of obtaining a further source of power for your home.

What many people do not realize is that actually installing solar power in a home wont take long. Plus once installed it can actually help to increase how much the property is worth. Plus after it has been installed one can immediately start to generate ones own electrical supply and so start saving money on ones electrical bills for their home. Also of course you are actually helping to do your bit and save the environment.

When it comes to getting the components you need in order to do this project you will find it isnt difficult. Certainly the internet is a great place to get everything you need and of course all of it can be delivered directly to your door. So you dont need to be running from one hardware or DIY store to find the final vital component to finish constructing yours.

When installing such equipment you must ensure that you follow the instructions to the letter provided by the manufacturer. If however, you are having problems or feel you dont have the expertise with certain aspects of the installation then employ the services of a qualified electrician or a company that install such systems.

Not only do DIY Solar Power kits prove very efficient but they must be placed in the right location to ensure that they receive as much sunlight on to them as possible. Plus you need to ensure that you purchase the best quality solar power panels possible. So initially you must purchase the right sorts of hardware to construct them.

Along with you need panels to help construct a solar powered system you will also need to get some cabling, a solar charge regulator and an inverter. Again as mentioned previously such items are easy to purchase online and will in some cases cost considerably less than buying from your local DIY or hardware store.

As well as DIY Solar Power kits being relatively simple to install you can if you wish customize them to meet certain requirements you may have. Also you can build a system that sits well within the style of home you own. But of course the biggest advantage to using a DIY Solar Power kit is the money you will save.

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How to Establish a Budget for your Bathroom Renovation.

By Chet Lystrom

Like any home renovation project, bathroom renovation plans need to include a budget. You alone can determine how much money you have to spent on services and materials, and you will have to do your research carefully to ensure you're spending your money as frugally as possible.

Your time should also be considered and if you will lose more money from taking time off work to contract the job on your own than it would cost to pay a contractor, you may as well pay them to take on some of the headaches.

Remember to include the cost of any permits, subcontractors and inspectors that you'll need to start and complete your bathroom renovation project. Some states require certain permits and inspections for certain renovation work, like plumbing and electricals.

For you own safety it is a good plan and may even be required for plumbing work beyond the fixtures. If you don't have the expertise or knowledge to, say, cut and lay tiles you may want to hire out that task to a professional to ensure a quality finished product.

Many Tasks Can Be Done By Homeowners

You won't need a contractor for every aspect of your bathroom renovation project. For example, the clean up at the end of every work day. But, depending on the size of the project, you should discuss with the contractor working with you on your bathroom renovation project, whether it is most cost effective and safe to do the clean up yourself.

New light fixtures are often part of a bathroom renovation and changing them may not require a license. This is work the homeowner may be able to do, but if wiring has to be installed or moved, a professional may need to get involved. A reliable contractor should be able to advise you on what you can and cannot legally do on your own and if you have the expertise can save some money on the cost of the bathroom renovation.

Typically, homeowners will hand over the entire project to a contractor and their only responsibility is to sign the checks to pay for the job. However, tracking progress and dealing straight with the bathroom renovation contractor can help ensure the job is done on time and within budget.

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Author Chet Lystrom is a professional handy-man and author of numerous how-to books related to bathroom remodeling. For more articles about bathroom planning and to learn the latest trends and techniques, visit his website at http://www.bathroomtiledesigns.com.

Facts and Figures On The Croton Diamond Watch

By Gabriel

The Croton Watch Company was established in the year 1878. During this time, there were not many watch companies. Each company worked hard toward designing the best form of watches.

They have a watch for all occasions. The watches from Croton range from the 18-carat gold and diamond-jutted watch to regular wear watches, which are trendy and colorful.

Though it was smaller than its rivals were, Croton believed in style, quality, accuracy, and significance. Croton has won the hearts of millions of people all over the world since its inception. They maintain high-quality standards for all their watches.

Types of Croton Diamond Watch:

Croton also manufactures diamond-jutted watches, which are very beautiful. Below described are some of the most preferred Croton Diamond watches:

Croton Diamond Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch: This Croton diamond watch is designed for both men and women. It incorporates advanced Japanese technology and a classical pattern. It has a simple automatic mechanism and a mother-of-pearl face that shows diamond markings hourly.

The symbol of Croton pops up at 12 hours and an amplified date bar pops up at 3 hours. The minute and hour hands have a metallic finish. The water resistance capacity for the men's watch is 40mm while it is 28mm for the women's watch.

Croton Ladies Diamond Mother-of-Pearl Stainless Steel Watch: The dial of this watch is round and comes in a silver, rose, or gold tone. It has a black colored ring surrounding the dial.

It has the sparkle that is incredible with 36 round shaped diamonds placed over the bezel and eight round diamonds that are split in among the lugs.

The mother-of-pearl dial comes in various colors depending on the metallic finish. For instance, the dial is white for silver plated, yellow for gold plated, and pink for rose plated.

The watch comes with Roman numbers that match the color at different hourly locations.

Men's Croton Tungsten Diamonds Date Watch:

The features of this watch are as follows:

1. The watch has a tungsten strap and case 2. The analog watch has silver plated hands 3. It uses Swiss mechanism 4. Water resistant up to 30 meters 5. It has a scratchproof watch crystal with a dome shape 6. It is rectangular with four silver and diamond markers 7. Charcoal-grey dial without mirror-polished bezel 8. Adjustable tungsten strap

Croton Men's 1.20 Carat Diamond Stainless Steel Watch: This watch provides a glitter along with a deep color. This is the best watch to make a style statement.

The case top comes in various colors such as blue or gold tone, orange or green tone, and black or gold tone. It has the Miyota 8215 automatic mechanism. Sparkling through the sapphire watch glass is the wonderful 1.20-carat diamond face.

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Gabriel provides helpful tips and information with his a guide on croton watchesthrough his website on a look at croton diamond watch.

Piano Covers will Protect and Preserve Your Investment

By Chuck R Stewart

Over the years piano owners have reverted to using many unusual items to cover and protect their valuable investment. Whether the piano is an acquisition saved up for and bought by the homeowner, or an heirloom passed down from Great Grandmas estate, it should be cared for and stored with the proper piano covering.

In the past, I have seen many items act as piano coverings. Grandmas old quilt, blankets, newspapers, bed sheets and plastic are some such coverings Ive noticed in peoples homes. Once, I even saw floor to ceiling drapes coming down from the window and splayed out over the piano in a failed attempt to protect the homeowners piano. In fact, it is not too uncommon for the beautiful piano (or organ) to look like the unused treadmill in the bedroom, draped with all kinds of clothing, towels and bathrobes. None of these are ideal solutions.

It is imperative for the dormant piano to be sheltered from the damaging effects of the sun. The stained wood piano should not be exposed to continuous, direct sunlight. With continuous exposure, ultraviolet rays can create hairline cracks in the finish or cause fading or darkening. Seldom do homeowners have the extra money to have their windows fitted with a custom-made ultraviolet protective film or glass. A very good substitute is a professionally constructed piano cover. The piano, whether it is an upright or grand, should be covered with a true piano covering made for the precise dimensions of the furniture. This will prolong the beauty and elegance of the piano.

Dust damage can be another hazard to the piano which is sitting dormant in the home. Besides the unsightliness, dust and dirt gathering on the keys will ultimately cause them to stick and turn out hard to play. Dust and grime on the wood or lacquer finish of the piano can be abrasive. Cleaning the instrument with a soft cloth can scratch the finish. Inside the piano, dust can be even more damaging. Dust that accumulates by the tuning pins, the string bearing felts or the dampers will over time be extremely harmful to the long term health of your piano. qualified piano tuner can be asked, for an additional fee,to blow the dust from the inner workings of the piano with a bellow. A more economically pleasing choice would be a fitted piano cover.

A piano cover is a great way to protect your piano from the little, dirty fingers of children. Besides keeping it clean and smudge free, a fitted cover will most certainly assure that little fingers do not accidentally get slammed in the hood closing over the keys.

There are several subperb reasons to obtain a professionally manufactured piano or organ cover. Whether the proud piano owner is protecting an asset or an antique, saving time and effort cleaning the piano, or using a money saving alternative to professional cleaning and ultraviolet window blocks a piano cover prolong the luster of the instrument.

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Chuck R Stewart owns and operates a top ranking web site to help people find a piano cover to meet their most special decorating tastes and fabric requirements. The site also specializes in offering a large range of covers for pianos and offers piano covers to fit any type of piano, decor and budget.