8 Surprising Benefits of Dried Apricots There are divided opinions about the origins of the apricot fruit. But there are no doubts that it’s one of nature’s elixirs. This stone fruit, that looks like a peach but actually tastes like purple plums, is sometimes referred to as Armenian fruit. It usually weighs around 35 grams and can be about 4-5cm in diameter. It has a single pit located in the middle and surrounded by its edible flesh which has a crunchy and aromatic taste. The seed is encased in a stony shell which is commonly known as a “stone.” Apricots are packed with life-giving nutrients including vitamin C, vitamin A, and Potassium among other nutrients. They provide an excellent source of dietary fiber, a number of health-promoting phytochemicals, and minerals. And they comprise only 48 calories for every 100 grams.   Fresh Fruits vs. Dried Fruit Fresh fruits have some pluses and minuses when you compare them with dried fruit. However, the fundamental difference is that you take out the water from the fruit. Depending on the method used for…

mathematics The word mathematics comes from Ancient Greek μάθημα (máthēma), meaning “that which is learnt”, “what one gets to know”, hence also “study” and “science.”Johann Carl Friedrich Gauss labeled the Princeps mathematicorum (the foremost of mathematicians), and perhaps the greatest mathematician since antiquity, called mathematics the “queen of the sciences” because it was successful at uncovering the nature of physical reality. Mathematics lays the foundation for a better understanding of everyday life as it develops one’s problem-solving skills, one’s analytical skills, and one’s reasoning and logic skills. Mathematics spans the fields of accounting, architecture, artificial intelligence, computing, economics, engineering, finance, music, science, sports, technology, and many other work functions. Hence, Mathematics is a crucial skill for you – the future generations of employees, entrepreneurs, and scholars. We, at Math Tutor Toronto, welcome the opportunity to help your Grade 9 child develop this critical skill. Why Math Tutor Toronto?OUR TUTORMr. Umar Maharaj, our Mathematics tutor, is a respected educator who has successfully helped students in grades 4 to grades 9 realize their potential for over 15 years. Specifically, For five (5)…

Modern Japanese Literature This paper aims at analyzing three artistic works by Higuchi Ichiyo Kawabata and Natsumei Soseki to reflect lower people’s lives marred with bitterness in the Meiji society. The paper will as well explore the anguish of the lives of conventional Japanese intellectuals characterized by revolt and dissatisfaction by the dark reality of the modern community of Japan. The exploration is divided into three parts for each novel with a conclusion to unify the central theme of these works. In the analysis of Child’s Play, it is evident that the novel depicts the liberation awakening issues of women in Japan. In this regard,Japanese female is portrayed to have had a thing in common; they are dependent,thereby rendering them unable to master their destinies independently. Additionally, they tolerated the existence of prostitution in the law system, making them pay excess attention to money and ignore moral constraints. The situationemerged from Japanesesocial norms that the patriarchal system and money dominated everything else. In the analysis of Natsume Soseki’s individualism, we find that egotistic thinking was favored in helping develop independent…

ketogenic diet These days, it seems like everyone is talking about the ketogenic (in short, keto) diet – the very low-carbohydrate, moderate protein, a high-fat eating plan that transforms your body into a fat-burning machine. Hollywood stars and professional athletes have publicly touted this diet’s benefits, from losing weight, lowering blood sugar, fighting inflammation, reducing cancer risk, increasing energy, to slowing down aging. So is keto something that you should consider taking on? The following will explain what this diet is all about, the pros and cons, as well as the problems to look out for. What Is Keto? Normally, the body uses glucose as the main source of fuel for energy. When you are on a keto diet, and you are eating very few carbs with only moderate amounts of protein (excess protein can be converted to carbs), your body switches its fuel supply to run mostly on fat. The liver produces ketones (a type of fatty acid) from fat. These ketones become a fuel source for the body, especially the brain, which consumes plenty of energy and can…

Burning Knee Cause and Types Knee burning can be caused by various factors, and its causes are varied. They include knee issues like:   Knee obesity. As people get older, their weight tends to increase, and they develop higher levels of fat in the body. Fat deposits in the knee joints can create pressure on the Knee and force it into a bowing position, which creates a feeling of pain and discomfort. Knee burning from this type of obesity can cause arthritis.   Knee degeneration. As age causes the Knee to lose strength and flexibility, it can cause severe damage to the knee joints. Arthritis can spread into the bones of the Knee and cause severe pain.   Knee osteoarthritis. This is often caused by wearing shoes with too much pressure and walking. It can be very painful, especially if the knees are frozen or locked up. Knee burning can be caused by the constant strain on the Knee joint from all the extra weight.   Knee inflammation. If the body is subjected to extreme stress and strain and if…

ROE ET AL. v. WADE, DISTRICT ATTORNEY OF DALLAS COUNTY APPEAL FROM THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE NORTHERN JUSTICE BLACKMUN delivered the opinion of the Court. (…)   Jane Roe, a single woman who was residing in Dallas County, Texas, instituted this federal action in March 1970 against the District Attorney of the county. She sought a declaratory judgment that the Texas criminal abortion statutes were unconstitutional on their face, and an injunction restraining the defendant from enforcing the statutes. Roe alleged that she was unmarried and pregnant; that she wished to terminate her pregnancy by an abortion “performed by a competent, licensed physician, under safe, clinical conditions”; that she was unable to get a “legal” abortion in Texas because her life did not appear to be threatened by the continuation of her pregnancy; and that she could not afford to travel to another jurisdiction in order to secure a legal abortion under safe conditions. She claimed that the Texas statutes were unconstitutionally vague and that they abridged her right of personal privacy, protected by the First, Fourth,…

Mobile Game Approach to Prevent Childhood Obesity Using Persuasive Technology Abstract—Obesity is a condition in which the body has excess fat. Childhood obesity has become an important public health issue because affects every aspect of the life of a child. More specifically, the condition leads to poor health and negative social perceptions. Many risk factors are linked to obesity. The varying aspects of the problem and its serious implications for future health and well -being of children are enormous. The most effective solution can be achieved via programs geared to prevent such diseases. Children spend an average of more than three hours daily in front of the television, an hour at the computer, and 30 minutes playing video games, which opens major opportunities for us to propose a mobile game approach to prevent childhood obesity (MACO) using persuasive technology. MACO is a game-based persuasive mobile technology designed to inspire children to apply healthy eating habits as well as to begin and continue being physically active. This technology also introduces fun activities to motivate children to exercise more and encourage them…

Ethical and Policy in Coordination and Continuum Care Slide one Codes of Ethics Nurses had the responsibility to perform their task with a moral ground before the American Nurses Association (ANA) prior incorporated the codes of nursing ethics The code of Ethics is grounded in 9 provisions updated lastly 2015 to reflect the current changes in health care practice The first four provisions primarily concentrate on nurse’s responsibilities and duties towards patients through looking at socio-economic concerns. The other provision they intensely focus on specific duties and best nursing practice approaches to promoting health and safety. Each subject of the nurse’s practices must inherit an ethical setting of high standard care and maintain professionalism and personal growth of the industry. Slide TWO Affordable Care Act and HIPAA The code of ethics for nurses with interpretative statements are a guide that cut across to all nurses as they carry out their daily responsibilities. According to the Affordable care Act, public law 11-148, assure all patients to be protected with high-quality care that is cost-effective The act advocate for improved care that…

Resolutions of Voter Suppression in the United States Voter Suppression Introduction Voter suppression is the procedure or the plan employed to impact the final results of an election by restricting particular groups and individuals from participating in voting(Norris & Garnett, 2015). Voter suppression in the United States relates to the allegations concerning distinct illegal and legal efforts practiced to restrict eligible voters from exercising their social responsibility to vote. In this paper, I will focus on giving an example of a sophisticated voter suppression example in the U.S. Legal issue statement Are voting rights under suppression in the U.S. as states enact voter suppression laws? These laws result in significant issues for eligible voters struggling to participate in the most primary social responsibility in the constitution. From 2008, states in the U.S. have enacted measures to restrict the minority groups to practice their voting responsibility. Voting Rights Act of 1965 In this paper, I will use the 1965 voting rights act that is enacted in the Federal Legislation in the U.S. that prohibits voter suppression in voting. Resolutions of Voter…

What are the important things to look for when choosing diabetes treatment plans? With advanced medical science, different diabetes care programs have been introduced. The main concern of the programs is to offer better treatment facilities to the patients. Different treatment centers are offering the package solutions, and it varies in benefits and price from one package to another. A diabetes care plan is a patient-centered style giving preference to the patients, accessing literacy, and offering the treatment beyond cultural barriers. The treatment decision taken in the package solution is based on the patient preferences, and it should not be delayed. The care should be planned in such a way that the patient can have a detailed discussion about his or her condition with the concerned doctor. However, the care system has been planned in such a way that the patients get adequate support from the medical team. Things to consider choosing diabetes treatment Type of diabetes Irrespective of the diabetes care plan you choose, make sure you have discussed it in detail with the concerned doctor. For type 1…