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The emotional pull I was feeling turned physical. I was caught in the between, no man’s land. I was being tagged between two separate worlds, two completely un-identical cultures but I could only stay with one. Snow was trickling down. It huddled together on the tips of roofs, cars and light poles. It was soft and subtle but turned brutal in an instant. When hail started to rain down in fists, on January 1, that New Year’s Day my mother went into labor. A friend rushed her to the hospital,…

Acute Renal Failure Acute Renal Failure is the sudden loss of kidney’s ability to eliminate excess salts, fluids, and waste material from the blood. When the kidney loses the ability to filter, the body fluids can rise in dangerous levels. Acute renal failure can be reversible as long as it is treated on time. Medication and other treatments can be essential to stop the progress of this disease. If this is not treated on time, it can progress to an end stage and eventually death.…

Food is a chemical and all cooking is chemistry. It is a mixture of many different chemical components. It is one of the essential things of every living being. Worldly, interest in food science have increased in recent years because of increasing awareness of vital role of food in the health, well-being and economics status of individuals and nations people’s curiosity of trying new and different dishes. Although using chemicals in the food provides good taste and texture, sometimes adding…

“There is no life without death, no good without evil, no love without hate, and no infirmity without health.” Throughout history, many people have heard references of the Yoruba religion Santeria, thanks to popular culture. There have been many artists that have created records dedicated to the African diasporic religion, for example Ricky Ricardo’s very own “Babalu Aye” and Sublimes “Santeria”. Santeria a religion of peace, nature, and respect to the orishas. It is not only a religion…

Purpose: As derivatives of carboxylic acids, esters are abundant compounds that often contribute to the fragrances in flowers, fruits, and coffee. Esters are synthesized from either organic or inorganic acids through a process called esterification. In this reaction, a carboxylic acid (RCOOH) and an alcohol (R’OH) mix in the presence of a strong acid catalyst to form a neutral, water-insoluble ester (RCOO’R) that gives off a pleasant smell. The following is an example of this reaction: The…

monkey I saw at the zoo. The monkey who could yell the loudest dominated the group and everyone was afraid to challenge his authority. The others did not like or admire the domineering leader but ran whenever he came toward them. He could grab the banana thrown by zoo visitors, out of the hand of a submissive member who had justly caught it. The zoo guide told us the large one’s behavior is completely normal in the wild and captivity. I wondered to myself, “What is the significance or necessity…

The Dangers of Consuming Processed Foods: It’s Effects on the Body and the healthier substitutes Gurman Johal Sandalwood Heights Secondary School The Western Diet Epidemic “What an extraordinary achievement for a civilization: to have developed the one diet that reliably makes its people sick!” (Pollan, pg. xii) Despite being unethical and, to a certain extent evil, our society has turned a vital process into a life-harming crisis. Valuing money over the health of the people,…

once as he checked my blood pressure and temperature. He could tell I was anxious, even commented on it, and then sent another nurse to fetch me some food. I was brought a turkey sandwich with mayo and lettuce, a four pack of Oreos, and a chocolate chip granola bar. I couldn’t eat without feeling worse, so I asked for sleeping pills and knocked right…

Throughout all her adult life, Patti Delgadillo fought with food against possible ailments. She armed herself with flavor blends and nutrient-dense meals against a foreign enemy. She avoided processed foods, refined sugars, and plastic bottles in order to minimize her risk of getting cancer. When cancer reared its ugly head into Patti’s life, however, she remained true to her ideals and her commitments for a fit, healthy family. Patti is 44 years old and is? the primary food preparer in her…

roduction In my report I plan Identify and discuss the following Carbohydrate Fats Vitamins Protein Minerals Water Fibre Discussing structure the needs and food sources. nutrition is a key part of life and to have a good balance of diet will mean healthy living and good long life Carbohydrate Roles within the Body, Carbohydrate is the main food source for the body, it provides energy/fuel for physical activity, organ function and brain function also a energy storage compound and components…