There is no cure for asthma. However, there are many things that you can do in order to help your child get asthma relief. Below is a list of things that you can do to help your child reduce his or her asthma symptoms: Pay Attention To Triggers There are many things that can trigger asthma symptoms. Sulfites, which are chemicals found in shrimp, fruit and dried potatoes, can worsen asthma. Certain medications, such as pain relievers, can also worsen asthma. If your child is taking a medication…
Forensic evidence is evidence obtained using scientific methods including but not limited to, ballistics, blood analysis, and DNA testing. This evidence is extremely important and is used to establish the guilt or innocence of suspects. There are so many tiny parts that go into solving a case. When one thing during an investigation is done wrong, or not found a case can go unsolved very easily. Without the right amount of evidence it is hard to convict a suspect of the crime in question.…
It is necessary to produce about one-third of the food that humans eat. No, it is not high fructose corn syrup, but pollination by honeybees. Brad Plumer of the Washington Post quotes, “The U.N. Food and Agricultural Organization estimates that ‘out of some 100 crop species, which 90% of food worldwide, 71 of these are bee pollinated.’ Around the World, these crops are worth at least $207 billion.” One fact even more bizarre is that honeybees are disappearing and no one seems to know for sure…
Polyface Farm is successful due to its complex system. At first the farm was a wreck. Then the farm started to thrive. Pollen states in his essay 'The Animals: Practicing Complexity ', "but polyface is proof that people can sometimes do more for the health of a place by cultivating it rather than leaving it alone"(373). Organic farming will reach wonders and sooner or later, other farmers will be taking on the Polyface Farm system. There are many problems that this model can take on. Its a…
Among angiosperms, Rosaceae consists of approximately 100 genera and 3000 species including several types of fruits with economic importance and health benefits. Rosaceae is divided into 4 subfamilies with basic chromosome numbers of x = 7 (Rosoideae), 8 (Prunoideae) and 9 (Spiraeoideae), x = 17 (Maloideae). The taxonomy of the genus Prunus is controversial because of the polymorphism and wide ecological tolerance of the species, as well as the presence of numerous cultivars. Prunus is the…
While you think it could be your dog or cat, it's possible the cause could be something else. There might be mold in the home that makes you sneeze every time you come home. Also, you might be allergic to pollen instead. If your dog or cat spends a lot of time outdoors, he or she might have pollen embedded in the fur that triggers your symptoms when you get close to your pet. Once you've been tested, you'll know for sure if your pet is the source of your problems. If so, you can discuss allergy…
Severe allergies are a challenging problem that can have a broad range of symptoms, reactions, and treatments. Not many people realize the severity of allergies. Allergies are an immune system reaction to allergens, such as food, insect stings, or pollen (Mayo). The normally harmless substances become allergens as the body’s immune system rejects it (Wright). This unwelcoming wave of symptoms is known as an allergic reaction. It is known that every three minutes, someone is sent to the emergency…
Symbols are arguably the most important part to a story. They add meaning and give life to the novel. Zora Neale Hurston uses symbols in Their Eyes Were Watching God to explain events. She also uses symbols to emphasize emotion and maturing of the women throughout the novel. Important symbols such as god, trees, and animals all make an impact on the development on the novel; however, trees is the most important symbol throughout the story. Hurston uses trees in the novel to emphasize the life of…
The lily is a flowering plant that belongs to the Liliaceae family. There are hundreds of different types of lilies that can be found mainly in the Northern hemisphere. Lilies mostly grow in temperate and tropical areas. There are certain types of lilies that are endangered because of habitat loss from the increased agriculture in urban development. Liles are prone to various bacterial, viral and fungal diseases. Lily flowers are dated as far back as 1580 B.C., images of lilies were an ancient…
sources, including new pathogens, parasites, pests, a lack of availability of nectar and pollen sources, and the toxic effects of pesticides and insecticides. Some of the new pathogens are Deformed Wing Virus, which causes a virus that deforms honeybee wings and nosema fungi, new parasites such as Varroa mites, pests that destroy hives such as small hive beetles, a lack of availability of nectar and pollen sources, and the toxic effects of pesticides and insecticides. Campos agrees, but…