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Nut and Peanut Allergy
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Peanuts are among the most common allergy-causing foods, and they often find their way into things you wouldn't imagine. Take chili, for example: It may be thickened with ground peanuts.
Peanuts aren't actually a true nut; they're a legume (in the same family as peas and lentils). But the proteins in peanuts are similar in structure to those in tree nuts. For this reason, people who are allergic to peanuts can also be allergic to tree nuts, such as almonds, Brazil nuts, walnuts, hazelnuts, macadamia nuts, pistachios, pecans, and cashews.
What Happens With a Nut or Peanut Allergy?
The body's immune system normally fights infection. But, when someone is allergic to tree nuts or peanuts, the immune system overreacts to proteins in these foods. Every time the person eats (or, in some cases, handles) a peanut or tree nut, the body thinks the proteins are harmful invaders. The immune system responds by kicking into high gear to fend off the "invader." This causes an allergic reaction, in which chemicals like histamine are released in the body.
The release of these chemicals can cause someone to have some or all of the following problems:
- wheezing
- trouble breathing
- coughing
- hoarseness
- throat tightness
- stomachache
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- itchy, watery, or swollen eyes
- hives
- red spots
- swelling
- a drop in blood pressure
Reactions to foods, like peanuts and tree nuts, can be different. It all depends on the person — and sometimes the same person can react differently at different times.
Nut and peanut allergies can cause a severe reaction called anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis may begin with some of the same symptoms as a less severe reaction, but then quickly worsen, leading someone to have trouble breathing, feel lightheaded, or to pass out. If it is not treated quickly, anaphylaxis can be life threatening.
Although a small amount of peanut protein can set off a severe reaction, it is rare that people get an allergic reaction just from breathing in small particles of nuts or peanuts, since the protein has to be ingested (swallowed) to cause a reaction. Most foods with peanuts in them don't allow enough of the protein to escape into the air to cause a reaction. And just the smell of foods containing peanuts won't produce a reaction because the scent does not contain the protein.
In very rare cases when people do react to airborne particles, it's usually in an enclosed area (like a restaurant or bar) where lots of peanuts are being cracked from their shells. The person inhales and then swallows the protein, and this can lead to a reaction when the protein gets digested.
Although some people outgrow certain food allergies over time (like milk, egg, soy, and wheat allergies), peanut and tree nut allergies are lifelong in many people.
Living With Peanut or Tree Nut Allergy
If allergy skin testing shows that someone has a peanut or tree nut allergy, a doctor will provide guidelines on what to do.
The best way to prevent a reaction in someone with a nut allergy is to avoid peanuts and tree nuts. Avoiding nuts means more than just not eating them. It also means not eating any foods that might contain tree nuts or peanuts as ingredients.
The best way to be sure a food is nut free is to read the label. Manufacturers of foods sold in the United States must state on their labels whether foods contain peanuts or tree nuts. Check the ingredients list first.
After checking the ingredients list, look on the label for phrases like these:
- "may contain nuts"
- "produced on shared equipment with nuts or peanuts"
People who are allergic to nuts also have to avoid foods with these statements on the label. Although these foods might not use nut ingredients, the warnings are there to let people know the food may contain small traces of nuts. That can happen through something called "cross-contamination," when nuts get into a food product because it is made or served in a place that uses nuts in other foods.
Some of the highest-risk foods for people with peanut or tree nut allergy include:
- Cookies and baked goods. Even if baked goods don't contain nut ingredients, it is possible that they came into contact with peanut or tree nuts through cross-contamination. Unless you know exactly what went into a food and where it was made, it's safest to avoid store-bought or bakery cookies and other baked goods.
- Candy. Candies made by small bakeries or manufacturers (or homemade candies) may contain nuts as a hidden ingredient. The safest plan is to eat only candies made by major manufacturers whose labels show they are safe.
- Ice cream. Unfortunately, cross-contamination is common in ice cream parlors because of shared scoops. It's also a possibility in soft-serve ice cream, custard, water ice, or yogurt places because the same dispensing machine and utensils are often used for lots of different flavors. Instead, do as you would for candy: Buy tubs of ice cream at the supermarket and be sure they're made by a large manufacturer and the labels indicate they're safe.
- Asian, African, and other cuisine. African and Asian (especially Thai, Chinese, and Indian) foods often contain peanuts or tree nuts. Mexican and Mediterranean foods may also use nuts, so the risk of cross-contamination is high with these foods.
- Sauces. Many cooks use peanuts or peanut butter to thicken chili and other sauces.
Always proceed with caution, even if you are used to eating a particular food. Even if you've eaten a food in the past, manufacturers sometimes change their processes — for example, switching suppliers to a company that uses shared equipment. And two foods that seem the same might also have differences in their manufacturing.
Here are some other precautions you can take:
- Be on the watch for cross-contamination that can happen on kitchen surfaces and utensils — everything from knives and cutting boards to the toaster. Make sure the knife another family member used to make peanut butter sandwiches is not used to butter your bread and that nut breads are not toasted in the same toaster you use.
- Avoid cooked foods you didn't make yourself — anything with an unknown list of ingredients.
- Tell everyone who handles the food you eat, from relatives to restaurant waitstaff, that you have a nut allergy. If the manager or owner of a restaurant is uncomfortable about your request for peanut- or nut-free food preparation, don't eat there.
- Make school lunches and snacks at home where you can control the preparation.
- Be sure your school knows about your allergy and has an action plan in place for you.
- Keep rescue medicine (including epinephrine) on hand at all times — not in your locker, but in a pocket, purse, or bookbag that's with you.
Managing Serious Reactions
If someone is diagnosed with a life-threatening peanut or tree nut allergy (or any kind of life-threatening food allergy), the doctor will want that person to carry an epinephrine (pronounced: eh-puh-NEH-frin) auto-injector in case of an emergency. Epinephrine comes in two types of easy-to-carry containers, one about the size of a large marker and the other about the size of a small cellphone. It's easy to use — if you need to carry epinephrine, your doctor will show you how to use it.
Keeping epinephrine on hand at all times should be just part of your action plan for living with a peanut or tree nut allergy. It's also a good idea to carry an over-the-counter (OTC) antihistamine as this can help treat mild allergy symptoms. Use antihistamines in addition to — not as a replacement for — the epinephrine shot in life-threatening reactions, and always use the epinephrine shot as the first treatment. Get emergency care after epinephrine is used, because a second reaction can happen up to 4 hours or even longer after the first reaction.
Living with allergies can seem hard at times. But as more and more people are diagnosed with food allergies, businesses and restaurants are increasingly aware of the risks they face.
If friends you're visiting or eating lunch with don't know about your allergy, tell them in plenty of time to make some simple preparations (such as not sharing your drink after eating that peanut butter sandwich!). Chances are, they'll understand. As your friends, they probably hope you'll be as considerate when it comes to taking care of them!
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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He will attempt to get his leadership back on track after his recent spell of two weeks' paternity leave following the birth of his third child, Arthur, at a London rally designed to "show how the Conservative party has changed".
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The money is needed to pay the landmark state Supreme Court arbitration award of $17 million to the police and fire unions and a $5.1 million increase in the city's contribution to its severely underfunded employee pensions, officials have said.
Allowed under state law, sale-leasebacks are commonly used by municipalities as ways to generate one-time revenue infusions that do not count toward a municipality's regular debt ceiling, officials said.
Here's how it would work: The city would sell for a nominal amount an asset, such as the police headquarters or a combination of assets, to a component of city government, such as the Scranton Redevelopment Authority. That agency then would use the property as collateral to issue bonds to raise the $22.1 million for the city. The city would lease the property back from the agency. Rent payments made from the city to the agency would fund the agency's debt payments on the transaction. At the end of the lease term, which likely would be 20 years, the building ownership would revert back to the city.
The city has not yet secured any commitment from a lender for a sale-leaseback or decided which asset to use, Mayor Chris Doherty said.
City Business Administrator Ryan McGowan said, "We're working on it. Obviously, it's a work in progress and something we'll be working on in the next few months, and we'll be pushing to get it done in a timely manner."
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"The city is not really good with numbers. They haven't been for 12 years. What concerns me is they don't know the real figures," Mr. Judge said.
The sale-leaseback figure of $22.1 million has been a bit of a moving target. That amount was the figure used by city witnesses in testimony during last month's hearings on a commuter tax that was rejected by a panel of county judges. However, the city's 2013 budget states that the city plans to borrow $25 million through a sale-leaseback to fund the arbitration award and pension-contribution increase.
Either way, a sale-leaseback is by far the largest plank of the 2013 budget, and one that so far remains a question mark.
The sale-leaseback issue was a key line of questioning and concerns by the judges in the commuter tax hearings. They were not familiar with the financing mechanism and asked city witnesses, including representatives of Pennsylvania Economy League, the city's Act 47 coordinator, to explain sale-leasebacks.
Those witnesses testified that sale-leasebacks are common in the state and used by municipalities for one-time revenue infusions, with the debt falling outside a municipality's regular debt ceiling. A municipality's nonelectoral debt limit typically is 250 percent of average revenues over the previous three years, and a sale-leaseback allows another 100 percent of that borrowing base, such that the debt limit actually becomes 350 percent of a borrowing base, according to the testimony.
Even though a sale-leaseback debt is incurred by a component unit of a local government, such as an authority, the debt remains a general obligation of the municipality - meaning a city is on the hook for the debt and is responsible to pay it, according to the testimony. Bond markets also likely would look favorably on a sale-leaseback, depending on the term and interest rate, and in this case the interest rate is expected to be in the 7 percent range, according to the testimony.
Statewide, around 10 sale-leasebacks occur per year, according to the state Department of Community and Economic Development, although that agency did not have figures on a total number of sale-leasebacks that exist among all municipalities.
In Scranton's case, the city has three outstanding sale-leasebacks. The city's most recent annual audit, of 2011, details them as follows:
-âA $4 million bond issue at 5.99 percent interest by the Scranton Sewer Authority on Dec. 22, 2004, to fund the purchase of the city's DPW complex on Poplar Street. The SRA leased the DPW back to the city for 12 years at the same terms as the Guaranteed Lease Revenue Bonds. At the end of the lease on Dec. 15, 2016, the city will purchase the complex for $1. The amount outstanding as of Dec. 31, 2011, was $2.43 million.
-âA $10 million bond issue at 6.1 percent by the Scranton Redevelopment Authority on Dec. 1, 2006, to acquire a leasehold interest in a city property. The SRA entered into a sublease agreement with the city, in which the city pays rent to the SRA's trustee, to allow the trustee to pay the principal and interest on the bonds. The 18-year term expires Nov. 1, 2024. The amount outstanding as of Dec. 31, 2011, was $9.66 million.
-âA $5.9 million variable bond issue by the Scranton Redevelopment Authority on Nov. 1, 2008, to acquire a leasehold interest in a city property. The SRA entered into a sublease agreement with the city, in which the city pays rent to the SRA's trustee, to allow the trustee to pay the principal and interest on the bonds. The 18-year term expires Nov. 1, 2026. The amount outstanding as of Dec. 31, 2011 was $5.89 million.
The city properties in the last two leasebacks were not identified in the audit.
While the city has had positive discussions with two firms regarding a new sale-leaseback, it's also possible that such a transaction could fail to materialize - a scenario that would raise the question of how the city will fix a $22 million problem, PEL officials had testified.
The court-award and pension obligations would not go away and their costs would rise and become even more of a monumental problem for a new mayor and council to deal with next year, Mr. Judge said.
Asked if he is confident that a sale-leaseback will occur, Mr. Judge said yes, but added that he has some concerns that perhaps it won't. Those reservations, however, are "not based on anything, other than the city's track record."
Asked the same question, Mr. Doherty said, "I'm confident we will meet all of our obligations."
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ORANGE, Calif. - The National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association has named Chapman University freshman pitcher Brian Rauh its NCAA Division III Pitcher of the Year for the 2010 season. Rauh, who picked up four-of-eight first-place votes, also earned ABCA and D3Baseball.com first-team All-America honors with an 11-0 record in his first collegiate season.
Rauh edged Johns Hopkins University sophomore Sam Eagleson for the most votes from the NCBWA. He becomes the first Chapman pitcher since Devin Drag in 2007 to earn national Pitcher of the Year honors. Wayde Kitchens in 2008 was the last Panther to earn West Region Pitcher of the Year honors. A Chapman pitcher has earned NCBWA West Region Pitcher of the Year four of the past five seasons dating back to 2006.
Rauh emerged as the ace of what was arguably the best pitching staff in the West Region, posting an 11-0 mark and a team-best 2.38 earned run average in over 83 innings on the mound. The rookie right-hander also added four saves in seven relief appearances and ranked in the top-10 in Division III in victories, strikeouts (100) and hits allowed per nine innings (5.5).
Last month he became the first freshman baseball player ever to earn All-America honors for Chapman and was the only freshman named to any of the three ABCA All-America teams after opponents batted just .175 against him.
After beginning the season with an ERA of 5.40 in his first two starts, Rauh solidified his position as the best in the West - and in Division III according to the NCBWA - with a 1.96 ERA over his next 15 appearances. Four times this season he had 10 or more strikeouts in a game, including a career-high 14 against Cal Lutheran on April 25.
Rauh helped the Panthers to their eighth consecutive NCAA Division III playoff berth and the Chapman pitching staff ranked No. 3 in the nation in team earned run average with a 3.33 mark. He tossed four complete games including a five-hit win over Trinity University (Texas) in the NCAA West Region playoffs.


text: Sheryl Herle 03.25.2014 Talent Management Technology Trends for 2014 Part 2 #HumanCapitalManagement(HCM) In Part 1 of this series, I addressed the shifting landscape of talent management technology support needs and listed the top three areas in which we are seeing organizations focus their time and resources in terms of the overall talent management process. In this second installment, I want to talk about two other areas that many of our clients are concentrating on this year: Investment in reporting and analytics Social and mobile functionality Investment in Reporting and Analytics We predict that 2014 will be the tipping point when most companies strive to move away from staffing a team to respond to ad hoc reporting requests and finally invest in a combination of existing self-serve reporting tools, third-party reporting solutions beyond MS Excel and customized reporting dashboards that mirror business metrics. There is definite push/pull at play in the HR reporting arena right now – the "push" being the scarcity of the skills and headcount needed to keep pace with fulfilling ad hoc reporting requests and the "pull" being the recent proliferation of stand-alone data reporting and analytics solutions specific to the HR industry. We are seeing frequent requests to consult with clients and recommend end-to-end solutions that: Leverage integrated employee reminders Manage alert functionality to reduce the need for ad hoc status reporting Deliver the majority of reporting through predefined operational dashboards that provide all system users with consistent data and metrics at their fingertips Social and Mobile Functionality Yes, you knew it had to be somewhere on this list, but, contrary to all those beliefs of being "so behind," social and mobile adoption really aren't the number one priority for most clients. This is not to say that our learning content development team isn't busy building and converting key content to an HTML5 mobile-friendly format – those are table stakes in today's environment. But overall, we are seeing rather slow adoption of ubiquitous mobile and social technologies in the workplace. We have far more clients still struggling to "keep the lights on" and run base talent management systems than discussing mobile and social solutions. Here is where organizations are still lagging behind the consumer experience, with most workplaces still in the early stages of building out the policies, business processes and internal resources needed to adopt social and mobile technologies effectively. That said, tablet use is skyrocketing, and we rarely see an RFP that doesn't specify iOS and Android compatibility, so mobile is definitely top of mind for all workforces. This is closely followed by social capabilities – especially when it comes to recruitment solutions and performance management systems. Is Your Company on the Right Track? After reading about these major activities that real HR departments (versus those case study, industry pacesetters) are engaged in, we hope you will be encouraged knowing that your company is on the right track and on par with the rest of the industry – not behind … but perhaps just not quite there yet. We hope 2014 will be your company's year to excel in meeting your talent management system goals. Who knows? You might even write your own case study about the positive impact your everyday efforts are having on your workforce!


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The McDonald's Corp.-owned chain known for its crustless pies is the third and perhaps the most plum account win for the shop in as many months, following the $20 million to $30 million combined Steelcase and L.L. Bean business. Donatos' creative had been handled by Haunty Agency, Worthington, Ohio, for more than a decade; media planning and buying was at SBC Advertising in Westerville since 1995.
Martin/Williams edged out McDonald's mega-agencies Leo Burnett USA and DDB Worldwide, both Chicago, and the Richards Group, Dallas, to grab a subtle connection to the Golden Arches. The proximity to McDonald's made Donatos an attractive assignment that initially drew nearly 50 agencies to the pizza chain's request for proposals.
Also fueling their interest was the anticipated growth for the 151-unit pizza chain now in six states. Donatos will add 15 units this year and plans to add another 100 units per year beginning in 2001. The goal is 1,200 units by 2004.
Tom Krouse, senior VP-marketing for Donatos, wouldn't confirm any growth figures beyond this year, saying that "numbers change." He was confident, though, the chain will "be a strong national brand within the next five years."
Mr. Krouse was impressed with the finalist presentations and called the decision "difficult." Ultimately the agency's restaurant and retail branding acumen and similar culture were the key factors in its selection.
"Everyone in the agency has a clear guiding philosophy: Speak with sincerity and create with passion," said Mr. Krouse.
He added that the strategy would try to help Donatos rise above the commodity pizza category. "Everybody loves pizza," he said, adding that the chain's mission is to provide better quality and service.
While targeting families, the marketer will buy broad-based national cable and syndicated media, but it will also focus on targeted media in neighborhoods where stores operate. Local efforts will include outdoor, direct mail and interactive to build its relationship with consumers.
While he wouldn't disclose the tagline or positioning for the campaign to break early next year, Martin/Williams President Steve Collins said the essence of the campaign will be based on people's love of pizza and its social aspects that are missing from competitors' advertising. New ads will be about "creating great pizza experiences" brought to life in relevant way.
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We are moving away form novels this week on Bookaholic and bringing you a superb book which looks at the experience of Christian Joy.
In this excellent book Ken Edwards examines Joy, as lived by Paul, and demonstrated in his letter to the Phillipian Church. Despite, what many would consider, unsurmountable difficulties, Paul lived a life of joy whatever his circumstances. However, as Edwards points out in his book, many Christians today do not live a life of Joy. We look for our joy in all the wrong places rather than turning to God. It is only through God we can find lasting joy.
Edwards outlines 11 principles which can be gleaned form Paul's life. He then looks at them in depth and applies them to our life today. This book is easy to read but do not be deceived into thinking it does not have depth. The text is thought provoking and encourages us to go beyond what we consider to be the normal things which bring joy to our life. The book encourages us to think about our circumstances and the way in which God is at the centre of any situation in which we find ourselves.
I would say this book is essential reading for all Christians. It is not a quick read as it is meant to be studied and applied to our own circumstances. It certainly made me think about where I am and where I would like to be. This is definitely a highly recommended book for all Christians.
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How do we know that MSG causes
brain damage and neuroendocrine disorders?
Scientists tell us that use of MSG places humans at risk. As early as 1957, Lucas and Newhouse (1) noticed that severe retinal lesions could be produced in suckling mice (and to some extent in adult mice) by a single injection of free glutamic acid. Studies confirming their findings using neonatal rodents (2-5) and adult rabbits (6) followed shortly thereafter, with others being reported from time to time(7-11).
Studies commencing in 1969 demonstrated that treatment with free glutamic acid caused brain lesions, particularly acute neuronal necrosis in several regions of the developing brain of neonatal mice, and acute lesions in the brains of adult mice given 5 to 7 mg/g of free glutamic acid subcutaneously(12).
Research which followed confirmed that free glutamic acid, which is usually given as the sodium salt, monosodium glutamate, induced hypothalamic damage when given to immature animals after either subcutaneous (13-34) or oral(19,25-26,28,35-39) doses.
Today, the toxic effects of glutamic acid on certain brain cells are so well understood that researchers interested in brain function and pharmaceuticals that might block the effects of glutamic acid, often use glutamic acid as an ablative tool to kill selected brain cells.
Studies completed in the 1970s demonstrated that at least 25% of the population react to free glutamic acid in processed food, a substance popularly referred to as MSG(40-43). Today, we recognize that MSG-reactions range from mild and transitory to debilitating and/or life threatening(44).
People who are sensitive to MSG react to glutamic acid only in its free form, and only if it has been created through fermentation or some other manufacturing process. Manufactured free glutamic acid differs from glutamic acid bound in protein in that the latter is L-glutamic acid only(45-47), while the former contains L-glutamic acid, D-glutamic acid (45-46), and pyroglutamic acid, and may also contain carcinogenic mono and dichloro propanols, and/or carcinogenic heterocyclic amines(48-49).
Free glutamic acid ingested as MSG can cross the placenta during pregnancy(50-51), can cross the blood brain barrier in an unregulated manner during development, and can pass through the five circumventricular organs, which are "leaky" at best at any stage of life(52-53). In addition, the blood brain barrier can be compromised by such things as drugs, seizures, stroke, trauma to the head, hypoglycemia, hypertension, extreme physical stress, high fever, and the normal process of aging(54). It is generally accepted that the young are particularly at risk from ingestion of MSG.
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3. Freedman, J.K., and Potts, A.M. Repression of glutaminase I in the rat retina by administration of sodium L-glutamate. Invest Ophthalmol 1: 118-121, 1962.
4. Freedman, J.K., and Potts, A.M. Repression of glutaminase I in rat retina by administration of sodium L-glutamate. Invest Ophthal 2: 252, 1963.
5. Potts, A.M. Selective action of chemical agents on individual retinal layers. In: Biochemistry of the retina. Graymore, C.N., Ed. New York: Academic Press, 1965. pp 155-161.
6. Hamatsu, T. Experimental studies on the effect of sodium iodate and sodium L-glutamate on ERG and histological structure of retina in adult rabbits. Acta Soc Ophthalmol Jpn 68: 1621-1636, 1964. (Abstract)
7. Hansson, H.A. Ultrastructure studies on long-term effects of MSG on rat retina. Virchows Arch [Zellpathol] 6: 1, 1970.
8. Cohen, A.I. An electron microscopic study of the modification by monosodium glutamate of the retinas of normal and "rodless" mice. Am J Anat 120: 319-356, 1967.
9. Olney, J.W. Glutamate-induced retinal degeneration in neonatal mice. Electron-microscopy of the acutely evolving lesion. J Neuropathol Exp Neurol 28: 455-474, 1969.
10. Hansson, H.A. Scanning electron microscopic studies on the long term effects of sodium glutamate on the rat retina. Virchows Arch ABT B (Zellpathol) 4: 357-367, 1970.
11. Arees, E., Sandrew, B., and Mayer, J. MSG-induced optic pathway lesions in infant mice following subcutaneous injection. Fed Proc 30: 521, 1971.
12. Olney, J.W. Brain lesions, obesity, and other disturbances in mice treated with monosodium glutamate. Science 164: 719-721, 1969.
13. Olney, J.W. Ho, O.L., and Rhee, V. Cytotoxic effects of acidic and sulphur containing amino acids on the infant mouse central nervous system. Exp Brain Res 14: 61-76, 1971.
14. Olney, J.W., and Sharpe, L.G. Brain lesions in an infant rhesus monkey treated with monosodium glutamate. Science 166: 386-388, 1969.
15. Snapir, N., Robinzon, B., and Perek, M. Brain damage in the male domestic fowl treated with monosodium glutamate. Poult Sci 50: 1511-1514, 1971.
16. Perez, V.J. and Olney, J.W. Accumulation of glutamic acid in the arcuate nucleus of the hypothalamus of the infant mouse following subcutaneous administration of monosodium glutamate. J Neurochem 19: 1777-1782, 1972.
17. Arees, E.A., and Mayer, J. Monosodium glutamate-induced brain lesions: electron microscopic examination. Science 170: 549-550, 1970.
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19. Everly, J.L. Light microscopy examination of monosodium glutamate induced lesions in the brain of fetal and neonatal rats. Anat Rec 169: 312, 1971.
20. Olney, J.W. Glutamate-induced neuronal necrosis in the infant mouse hypothalamus. J Neuropathol Exp Neurol 30: 75-90, 1971.
21. Lamperti, A., and Blaha, G. The effects of neonatally-administered monosodium glutamate on the reproductive system of adult hamsters. Biol Reprod 14: 362-369, 1976.
22. Takasaki, Y. Studies on brain lesion by administration of monosodium L-glutamate to mice. I. Brain lesions in infant mice caused by administration of monosodium L-glutamate. Toxicology 9: 293-305, 1978.
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25. Paull, W.K., and Lechan, R. The median eminence of mice with a MSG induced arcuate lesion. Anat Rec 180: 436, 1974.
26. Burde, R.M., Schainker, B., and Kayes, J. Acute effect of oral and subcutaneous administration of monosodium glutamate on the arcuate nucleus of the hypothalamus in mice and rats. Nature (Lond) 233: 58-60, 1971.
27. Olney, J.W. Sharpe, L.G., Feigin, R.D. Glutamate-induced brain damage in infant primates. J Neuropathol Exp Neurol 31: 464-488, 1972.
28. Abraham, R., Doughtery, W., Goldberg, L., and Coulston, F. The response of the hypothalamus to high doses of monosodium glutamate in mice and monkeys: cytochemistry and ultrastructural study of lysosomal changes. Exp Mol Pathol 15: 43-60, 1971.
29. Burde, R.M., Schainker, B., and Kayes, J. Monosodium glutamate: necrosis of hypothalamic neurons in infant rats and mice following either oral or subcutaneous administration. J Neuropathol Exp Neurol 31: 181, 1972.
30. Robinzon, B., Snapir, N., and Perek, M. Age dependent sensitivity to monosodium glutamate inducing brain damage in the chicken. Poult Sci 53: 1539-1942, 1974.
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How (& Why) To Avoid the Second Cheapest Bottle of Wine
I once read that New Yorkers are such efficient walkers that they instinctively know the exact angle to walk in order maximize speed and minimize steps.This isn't surprising—we love a shortcut. Everybody loves a shortcut. But there may be one shortcut we're using that's actually working against us: ordering the second least expensive bottle of wine on the menu.
We choose this bottle because the least expensive bottle is probably crap and we don't want to appear cheap. It makes perfect sense, and it keeps us from spending time studying the list rather than enjoying our glass of wine, the food and of course the company.
In many restaurants, however, the second cheapest bottle on the list often has the highest markup (in fact, the restaurateur probably paid less for that bottle than the cheapest one on the menu).
This is not a hard-and-fast rule, but since so many people order almost-but-not-cheapest, it makes sense for restaurants to ensure a nice profit margin. As a general rule, you pay a higher margin for less expensive wines and a lower margin on the higher-end bottles.
In addition to staying away from the second least expensive bottle, it's also good idea to avoid popular brand names. Wines with better name recognition are ordered more often, translating to higher demand and therefore healthy margins.
So how do we find a good deal? Well, aside from dining at a BYOB restaurant, you should hone in on wine regions that are a little less popular but offer quality and variety.
Turning to these regions will hopefully make ordering from most wine lists easier and more affordable, and also introduce you to some unique, tasty wines that are a bit off the beaten path.
Chile has been producing wines for hundreds of years, but only recently have their bottles started to consistently pop up on restaurant wine lists. The reason is simple: They've established a reputation of producing outstanding wines at a good value.
- Sauvignon Blanc: crisp with citrus notes (closer to the French style than the New Zealand style)
- Cabernet Sauvignon: notes of black cherry, pepper, and vanilla
- Carménère: a grape originally from Bordeaux that has found a well-suited home in Chile; known for its notes of berries and spice
Loire Valley:
I'm always surprised that the Loire Valley isn't more popular. But at the same time, I'm (not so) secretly quite happy about that since it means I'm going to pay less—at the wine store and when dining out. There are so many grape varieties grown in the valley that you can find something to match just about any meal or flavor profile preference.
- Muscadet Sevre et Maine: a crisp and refreshing white that's perfect with seafood
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When you do something really well, it can define you. When it comes to wine, folks associate Portugal with Port and that's about it. But they're also producing some other fantastic wines at prices that makes them real steals.
- Douro Red: especially if you like a big bold red with a healthy dose of tannin
- Alicante Bouschet: similar to Shiraz, with a smoky, berry flavor
- Vinho Verde: a crisp, refreshing white with a slightly spritzy texture
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LADUE, Mo. (KMOV.com) -- Prosecutors are deciding what charges will be filed against a man accused of performing a sex act online for a Ladue Middle School student on Thursday.
According to school officials, while the student was in class, a technology staff member noticed something strange going on with one of the school's computers.
The employee went over to the computer in question and saw video from a chat room of a middle-aged man exposing himself to the student and masturbating.
According to officials, the incident happened after the student took pictures of his or her genitals with a cell phone, and then sent it to the man over the video chat room.
School officials said they notified police. The student's parents were also contacted and the student was disciplined, according to officials.
In a statement released on Tuesday, Ladue schools said the filters used to block inappropriate sites somehow stopped working.
"This site was quickly blocked once the activity was detected, and due to immediate collaboration with City of Ladue police, a related site has now also been blocked by the district," the statement read. "Unfortunately, those creating inappropriate website content are constantly attempting to circumvent filters. It is a never-ending process to identify and block these sites and unfortunately, there are times when the efforts of those promoting these sites are successful."
According to the Ladue schools IT Director Rob Highfill, it was a categorizing error the led to this particular incident.
"It was incorrectly catagorized; it should have been categorized as a chat site and it wasn't and therefore it made it through," he said.
Ladue schools contract with a company called sonic wall to provide filtering services, but inappropriate sites have to be discovered and physically added to a list to be blocked.
"It's really an impossible task, the filtering companies do the best they can," said network administrator Joseph Jandgraf.
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How Much Does a Phlebotomist Make?
You're not a vampire, but you make a living taking blood from people. As a Phlebotomist, you work in a hospital or medical clinic, assisting with clinical laboratory operations by collecting blood samples for testing. This is a specialty field within the category of Medical Technicians, a much broader class of medical professionals. Whether you're drawing blood for routine tests, or to check for specific illnesses or conditions, the health and well-being of patients — not to mention their arms and veins — depend on your skills and techniques.
What does a career in phlebotomy pay?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, a career in phlebotomy does not promise riches. The average Phlebotomist salary is $32,710, and the lowest-paid 10 percent of Phlebotomists earn less than $23,330 annually. However, the highest 10 percent earn $46,850, so there's room for growth in phlebotomy pay.
What influences Phlebotomist salary?
Salaries in all careers are influenced by a variety of factors, and Phlebotomists are no different. Location, experience, facility type, and length of employment will all be factored in while determining phlebotomy pay. When you're just starting your career in phlebotomy in a small-town facility, you should expect to earn less than a Phlebotomist in a busy metropolitan hospital. Longevity in the position will also play a part in determining your salary.
Can I make a career in phlebotomy?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that clinical laboratory workers — such as Phlebotomists — will experience continued growth of 24 percent in the industry through 2026. The aging population means an increase in laboratory testing, especially since new types of tests will be developed and put into practice. Hospitals are expected to continue being the major source of employment, but many private laboratories and testing facilities will hire Phlebotomists as well.
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June 9, 1932-June 26, 2010
George Wilbert Creech, 78, died Sunday morning at Wayne Memorial Hospital.
He was born June 9, 1932, in Johnston County to the late Luther Thomas and Elizabeth Sullivan Creech
Funeral will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Parrish Funeral Home in Selma. Burial will be in Sullivan Family Cemetery near Selma.
Surviving are his wife, Shirley Fields Creech; a son; and a daughter.
The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, and at other times at their home, 274 Westbrook Ave. in Goldsboro.
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Ancient Dragon Zen Gate will hold its next one-day meditation sesshin Sunday, November 14, 7:30 am to 5:30 pm.
An opportunity to deepen awareness
Dharma talk will be given by resident teacher Taigen Dan Leighton; dokusan available (individual practice discussion with Taigen).
Suggested donation of $65 includes a vegetarian lunch. Partial scholarships are available and free parking is usually available on nearby cross-streets.
Taigen Dan Leighton, a Zen priest and Dharma heir in the lineage of Suzuki Roshi, is our guiding teacher. Taigen has practiced in Japan as well as America, is author of Faces of Compassion: Classic Bodhisattva Archetypes and Visions of Awakening Space and Time, and he is co-translator of several Zen texts including Dogen's Extensive Record, Cultivating the Empty Field, and Dogen's Pure Standards for the Zen Community. He also teaches at Loyola University.
Registration required; please register no later than Tuesday, November 9. Please contact [email protected] or (773) 899-3841 to register, or for more information.
PUBLIC WELCOME to the regular zazen period at 9:20 am, and Dharma talk at 10:15 am, even if you are not attending the all-day sitting. There will be no meditation instruction class Sunday morning, November 14.
Ancient Dragon Zen Gate is located at 1922 W. Irving Park Road, Chicago.


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Google has launched a new image search results page for Android, iPhone and iPod touch users in the US, UK and Japan.
Having been optimised for mobile use, the new page will make it much easier to search for and view images on your phone, allowing up to 20 pictures on a single results page.
Similarly to how you would access Google images on your computer, you can then choose a thumbnail from the selection, visit the web page containing the image or view your choice in full size.
The new results page also supports "search-by-style" filters launched on Google Image Search in December. This allows you to restrict your search results to people's faces, clip art, line drawings, or photo content.
The service is available now, so to give it a go and head over to Google web page on your phone and check out the improvements.


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Eames Lounge Available in Sustainable Rosewood
Starting in May, the Eames lounge will once again be available in rosewood, the sustainable kind this time. The rosewood addition of this classic parlor staple designed by Charles and Ray Eames was discontinued by furniture manufacturers Herman Miller and Vitra in the 1980's—due to the rarity of the wood. But recently, countries seeking sustainable forestry practices came across the Santos Palisander. This rosewood, found in Bolivia and Brazil, is considered environmentally friendly, according to the Eames Foundation. The lounge will be available through ::Eames Office and ::Herman Miller.


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Cash for Cars Quick's impressive performance in the cash for cars Dallas market is about to gain further momentum with the launch of their new website design that makes perfect utilization of the growing influence of the internet on the modern day shopping pattern. This new design makes it easy to read because you can scroll the completed site without having to click on pages or posts. This new strategy will help consumers who use the search terms "we buy cars in Dallas" and "we buy junk cars Dallas" and get them connected to the company's automotive buying department. Cash for Cars Quick is a California based organization that presently offers top of the line auto recycling service in more than 60 cities all over the country. Their service has been in the limelight in the recent months for the use of eco-friendly recycling and disposal techniques. It is relevant to mention here that they are already the number one cash for cars Dallas service provider. By introducing this new website design, the auto buyer looks to strengthen their commanding position in the market. To use the most trusted used car and truck buyer in the city, please call 888-862-3001
These new continuous enhancements and innovations is one of the most noteworthy points about the company. Wherever possible, they have introduced the latest practices to make life easier for their customers. Their new internet based advertisement campaign has been designed by a full time internet marketing service that has been working on the company's promotional activities right from the beginning of the company start. They are also the only cash for cars Dallas service provider that has its own contact center for prompt communication with their customers. A short time ago, the company introduced a price calculator mobile application to offer best deal to the car owners for their junk automobiles. The company's cash for junk cars Dallas Texas service has seen tremendous growth this year, and continues to dominate the local auto market
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Tokyo - Japan (Day 10 Part 2) Odawara Castle (小田原城)
After my early morning adventure visiting the maneki-neko statues it was time for my long train ride to Odawara. I could have taken the Shinkansen but I decided to take a local train and I am glad I did. There was hardly anyone on the train and it was peaceful riding the train out in the countryside. It really makes you appreciate the beauty of the small farms and little towns that surround the cities.
I could not resist a few photo's while I was on the train of course. Above is a photo I shot from the back of the train. The conductor left for the front of the train for a bit. The countryside was so green!
You can actually see Odawara Castle from the station as it sits upon a small hill escalating it above most of the buildings. It was overcast and starting to sprinkle so I moved pretty quickly to the castle itself hoping to beat rain. It was only a short walk maybe 5-10 minutes at most.
The first thing I noticed was a beautiful red bridge going across the moat and into the castle grounds. There were several people feeding the Koi that were eagerly accepting the free food and attention. Though the castle is a reconstruction that really did not matter much to me. It was really beautiful architecture and I could still feel a rich sense of history.
Inside was what may be called a mini zoo... really it was some cages with animals in them. To be honest I did not stop to look. I moved into a little park where people sat and enjoyed snacks. I paused briefly to change my camera lens and shoot the main castle donjon.
Odawara Castle is one of the most famous castles in Japan. It was home to the Hojo clan and was extremely well fending off attacks by Uesegi Kenshin and Takeda Shingen before finally being defeated by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in the Battle of Odawara back in 1590. There was a great museum inside as well as a gift shop.
From the top of the castle a 360 degree view of the city, as well as the ocean and mountains. Due to the clouds I was not able to see as far as I had hoped but it was still beautiful.
The Castle grounds were really beautiful and it was great to just walk around and soak in the history. I am a little surprised by how few people seem to make this a destination when visiting Tokyo. It was not that far and is really incredible. Maybe the fact it is a reconstruction puts people off but even the few original castle have all been repaired at various times. I was very satisfied with my experience at Odawara Castle.
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Worship, Beliefs & Practices
The faith of the Salvationist is often described as being in 'the mainstream of the Christian faith'.
Because The Salvation Army has such a high profile, the fact that it is an evangelical movement of the Christian Church often escapes attention.
Yet The Salvation Army's primary motivation in providing practical social service comes from a spiritual base: its first purpose is to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with people of all ages, creeds, and colours.
Every weekend, church services at The Salvation Army endeavour to worship and present the message of Jesus Christ. All the elements in the service work together and churches use a variety of means to communicate the gospel through Bible message, music (traditional and contemporary), drama and personal experiences.
Family participation in worship is a vital component of church life of The Salvation Army. In addition to church services, Salvation Army corps provide an extensive range of recreational and support activities for all age groups. Many are designed for families or single adults, while others are specifically designed to appeal to youth, children or the elderly.
There are 11 doctrines of The Salvation Army, which are the basis of its belief and teaching. These doctrines are expounded in The Salvation Army Handbook of Doctrine.
- The Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments were given by inspiration of God, and they only constitute the Divine rule of Christian Faith and practice.
- There is only one God, who is infinitely perfect, the Creator, Preserver, and Governor of all things, who is the only proper object for religious worship.
- There are three persons in the Godhead – the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost – undivided in essence and co-equal in power and glory.
- In the person of Jesus Christ, the Divine and human natures are united, so that He is truly and properly God and truly and properly man.
- Our first parents were created in a state of innocence, but by their disobedience lost their purity and happiness. In consequence of their fall all people have become sinners, totally depraved, and as such are justly exposed to the wrath of God.
- The Lord Jesus Christ has by his suffering and death made an atonement for the whole world so that whosoever will may be saved.
- Repentance toward God, faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, and regeneration by the Holy Spirit, are necessary to Salvation.
- Justification is by grace through faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, and those who believe have the witness in themselves.
- Continuance in a state of Salvation depends upon continued obedient faith in Christ.
- It is the privilege of all believers to be wholly sanctified, and their whole spirit, soul and body may be preserved blameless until the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
- The Salvation Army believes in the immortality of the soul; the resurrection of the body; the general judgement at the end of the world; the eternal happiness of the righteous; and the endless punishment of the wicked.
Unlike most other Christian denominations, The Salvation Army does not observe the sacraments of baptism and Holy Communion.
The Army believes it is possible to experience the inward grace of which the sacraments are outward signs, without the need for the rituals themselves.
Christian Festivals
The Army observes the major Christian festivals of Christmas, Easter, and Pentecost, but the emphasis given to others varies from one country to another. Another important event is Founder's Day, 2 July, which marks the start of William Booth's preaching campaign in London in 1865 which led to the formation of The Salvation Army. This day is commemorated on the nearest Sunday to 2 July and often features an appeal for candidates to become Salvation Army officers.
Those who become soldiers (members) of The Salvation Army accept Jesus Christ as their Saviour and Lord; accept Salvation Army doctrines; abstain from things that are harmful to body and mind (tobacco, drugs, alcohol, gambling); and are encouraged to serve in the local church. Many people worship at The Salvation Army without becoming members and without wearing uniform.
While accepting the 'ministry of all believers', the Army believes some individuals are called by God to full-time service as His ministers. The Army makes provision for the training and commissioning of officers, who perform similar functions to ordained clergy in other churches.
From the beginning, The Salvation Army has taken a firm stance on the place of women, and has accepted the validity of female ministry. This was largely shaped by Catherine Booth's firm conviction that women should be free to preach the gospel. Today, women officers are commissioned and appointed on the same terms as men. A married female officer is an officer in her own right, and undertakes the same course of preparatory training as her husband before being commissioned.


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Questions for your Physician or Obstetrician:
Dear Doctor, I am pregnant and I am concerned about taking "drugs" every day of my pregnancy in unknown dosages. Fluoride has not been through long term human clinical trials on fetal development and are usually laced with arsenic. I have read that the fluoridation chemicals cross the placenta. I am concerned for my growing, vulnerable baby and any exposure to these drugs and chemicals.
Dear Physician, I want to avoid unnecessary chemicals, drugs, arsenic and heavy metals when I am pregnant. How can I avoid water fluoridation and fluorides that usually include arsenic and are tasteless and odorless and not labeled? How do I know if they are in my soup, or lemonade, sports drinks or cup of herbal tea?
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The evidence appears that our babies' brains are being effected. Is fluoride a developmental neurotoxin? See this link to some of the science that links fluoride exposure of our babies and their developing brains: http://www.fluoridealert.org/studies/brain01/
If brains matter, then why are we adding this to our water? Click here
Our government must stop water fluoridation.
Our EPA or the DHHS could and should stop water fluoridation.
Our Surgeon General could take a stand. Each of these government agencies could halt water fluoridation.
It is time to let science inform policy. Moms ask our leaders to act and to end the policy of allowing drugs to be intentionally addedto the public water supply.
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The HWBOT World Tour 2015 arrives in Taipei, Taiwan in just a few day's time, hosting a competitive and social event at the MakerBar from June 6th to 8th. A event of this scale is only possible with help from our friends in the media, so it's with pleasure that we announce our official media partners PC Games Hardware, Hardware.info, Jagat Review, Overclock.net and Twitch.tv
PC Games Hardware
Available in both English and German, PC Games Hardware has large editorial team that reports daily from the world of PC hardware and PC games. If anything in the world gaming and hardware happens, these guys have the scoop.
Since 1999 Hardware.info has since independently informed consumers in the Netherlands and Belgium about computer hardware and consumer electronics. This is the place to go to if you want to make a really well informed hardware purchasing decision, with in depth reviews and up the minute news articles.
JagatReview serves the massive and increasingly expanding enthusiast hardware and overclocking scene in Indonesia. In Sanskrit, Jagat means "The World" so JagatReview is literally the World of Reviews. Based in Jakarta, these guys bring an Asian perspective centered on a vast Indonesian market where climate and temperature directly affect the needs of users.
- http://www.overclock.net/
Overclock.net is arguably the biggest overclocking forum one the web. Uniting a global audience that is devoted to maximizing the performance of graphics cards, CPUs, motherboards, RAM and everything else found inside your computer case.
Twitch.tv is dedicated to bringing Esports like PC Gaming and Overclocking to every screen on the web. When it comes to streaming live HWBOT World Tour events, there really was only one option. Catch all the action here: twitch.tv/overclockingtv
HWBOT World Tour 2015: June 6th-8th, the MakerBar, Taipei
The third stop of the HWBOT World Tour is a chance to relax in a social environment where overclockers can come together to learn, share and compete. Of course the World Tour is also a platform for some seriously extreme overclocking with some great cash and hardware prizes on offer. HWBOT will be hosting two important competitive events – the ROG Showdown Area and the OC-ESPORTS World Series competitions, plus an open Extreme OC gathering.
For more information about the HWBOT World Tour, visit: http://hwbot.org/news/12057_hwbot_world_tour_2015_rog_oc_showdown_taiwan_competition_prize_details_announced/.
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text: They say those who don't understand history are doomed to repeat it. The music industry is a place that seems to be particularly inclined to repeating its own history- both with musical trends and fighting new technology. If you want to understand where the music industry has been (which you should if you want to work in it), this is one of the most thorough, and yet still short, options for learning about it. The book is fairly small and an easy read that covers everything from the invention of the printing press up the beginnings of the digital revolution. So, essentially it covers every aspect of the music industry from its start as print based one up to the present day. The music business is definitely one industry where you should understand the past in order to appreciate what is going on now and where it is headed so check this book out.


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Business information provider IHS Inc. (IHS) Monday said it signed a definitive agreement to acquire automotive information and marketing solutions provider R.L. Polk & Co. for $1.4 billion. IHS expects the acquisition to be significantly accretive to its 2014 earnings per share, excluding purchase price amortization.
Scott Key, president and chief executive officer stated, "The acquisition of R.L. Polk brings extensive and complementary information and analytical solutions that would establish IHS as a vital strategic partner of the global automotive value chain."
Southfield, Michigan-based R.L. Polk, with Polk and CARFAX divisions, operates in Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Spain, the UK and the U.S.
IHS Chief Financial and IT Officer Todd Hyatt stated that with about $400 million in annual revenues, R.L. Polk brings to IHS an attractive financial profile and accretive growth trajectory.
Hyatt added that around 75 percent of the firm's overall revenue is recurring in nature, with nearly 90 percent renewal rates, attractive margins and high levels of free cash flow conversion.
According to Stephen Polk, CEO of R.L. Polk & Co. "We're excited about the opportunities this acquisition would offer R.L. Polk clients by supporting solutions and analytics for our more than 30,000 customers worldwide."
IHS will fund the acquisition with 10 percent equity and the remainder with cash on hand, cash from an existing revolver and a new bank term loan. The acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions.
M. Klein and Co. was the strategic and financial advisor to IHS in this transaction.
IHS closed Friday's regular trading at $106.94 on the NYSE.
by RTTNews Staff Writer
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