Did you know that zinc is only second to iron when it comes to its concentration in a human body? Well, zinc is an extremely important trace mineral that we need to stay fit and healthy. Zinc is found in almost all types of cells in our body. It is a major player in our immune system. It also plays a vital role in cell division, cell growth, wound healing, and the breakdown of carbohydrates. The great thing about zinc intake is that you only need a very tiny amount per day to reap the rewards. The current RDA or…
Author: Abby Ahmed
I guess India needs no introduction. In the past few decades, India has transformed itself from to a superpower, and also achieved the status of an emerging market in Asia. India is also the most visited countries in Asia by westerners. Of course India can be a great place to retire to, if you are looking to spend your golden years surrounded by diverse cultures, colorful people and amazing festivals and rituals. Also, the natural beauty of India attracts a lot of tourists from all over the world to its shores. Another amazing thing about India is its tropical weather.…
Our dream of conquering the sky is very old. But unfortunately it took us thousands of years, and countless lives to perfect the technique of flight. First there came the lighter than air crafts, but then the Wright brothers totally revolutionized flying machines. And more than a century later, we are now able to fly multiple times faster than the speed of sound. No matter how sophisticated a flying machine is, it all depends on the person sitting behind the controls. The better the pilot, the better the machine will perform in its intended role. Therefore, there is always a…
Chocolate is considered a delicacy all over the world. And the most amazing thing about chocolate is that chocolate is a universal medium of showing love and support throughout the entire world. Also, anyone can enjoy chocolate, you do not have to be of a certain age, to appreciate chocolate. A box of chocolate and a tiny note is the best gift for any occasion. No wonder, chocolate is so popular all over the world. Unfortunately, the cocoa beans from which chocolate is made does not grow everywhere, and the recipe for making chocolates also varies from country to country.…
Agriculture is one of the earliest occupations that we took up in order to feed ourselves. And even to this day, agriculture remains one of the major sources of food production of the entire world. Today we will be talking about corn, as the name of the article suggests. Corn is one of the most important cash crops of today. Even though corn is not the staple food for any given continent, but it is eaten and cultivated throughout the planet. That being said, of course, there are some countries that are leading the others in corn production and export,…
Parenting is a very rewarding experience, there is no doubt about that. However, parenting does have its responsibilities as well. Every child is unique, and their needs are unique as well. But, one thing is for certain that as parents, it is their first and foremost responsibility to provide their children with adequate education so that he/she may become an independent and proud person in the future. And this is where the preschools come in. You will be amazed to know how much a good preschool can charge for a year. Yes, even the preschools have become excruciatingly expensive these…
Are you thinking about moving? Or perhaps you just got a job offer from somewhere in North Carolina that promises much higher pay than your current job and you are seriously considering taking it? Well, whatever the case may be, you are going to benefit from reading the following article. Even if you are just a backpacker and thinking about going to North Carolina for a few days. North Carolina sure is very beautiful, and has all sorts of things going for it, but it is also one of the most expensive states to live in. If you are not…
Choosing the right place to retire is a pretty tough job. If you are still not thinking about finding a suitable place to spend your golden years in, may be it is time that you put some thought into it. Because the more you think about it, the better. If you make a mistake while selecting your retirement destination, things can really become disastrous. A wrong retirement destination can cost you a lot of money, and after retirement, money really does become a pressing concern. On the other hand, if you make the right decision, and prepare accordingly, at the…
Teaching is a great profession, there is no doubt about it. But, things can get really monotonous for teachers sometimes, and you can always make use of a few extra bucks if the opportunity presents itself. If you are working as a teacher, and after you are done with your job, you still have a few extra hours that you can work during the week, then may be the article I am about to point out will be helpful to you. Yes, the article is about the part-time jobs that you can get without any issues while your main job…
Many speculate that VR is the future of the entertainment industry. Well, the concept is definitely not something new or unique. VR has been in use for quite some time now, at least since the 70s the military has been using VR to train pilots. The new thing about VR is that finally some companies have managed to produce VR units that are quite cheap and can be marketable to the general masses. Well, we are not talking about the VR headsets here, but rather their cheaper counterparts, devices that resemble the form and functionality of the google cardboard made…
Well, when you think about moving to Missouri, cities like Kansas and St. Louis comes to mind instantly. However, today we are going to explore Missouri from the perspective of a retiree, and of all things, it is safe to assume that a retiree would not like to live in a maddening city. After all, he/she had been living in one such city for the duration of his/her entire work life. That said, today we will take a look at some awesome places in Missouri, where any 55+ person would just fit right in. Provided you have the resources. Deciding…
We are quite familiar with sheep, or rather mutton. Yes, the meat of sheep is highly regarded among foodies. Well, not so much as beef, of course, but lamb and mutton is also very popular. But today we are not going to talk about sheep as in food, but rather as in the source of wool. Well, the wool is quite essential if you happen to live somewhere cold. Wool clothing has kept us warm for centuries. Along with cotton, ancient humans also resorted to wool for making threads to sew clothes. And this tradition continues to this day. Even…