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Recently I participated in a panel dicussion with PICKKA, an online health product advisor. Soon they will launch a health-based application for the Iphone and other smart phones. The disucssion was on the current obesity epidemic among youth. There is a movement to educate parents and children and change policies, so that children are nourished not harmed by eating school lunches every day. Below are questions for future discussions and my responses. Please pass this on to parents, teachers, aunts, uncles, etc. This is a grass-roots movement, and the more people who are aware the quicker that the next generations will have a chance to live without all the depression and illness that accompanies obesity.
1. How can the US as a whole feed kids in a more healthy way, and whose responsibility is it (government, families, schools, etc.)?
It's all of our responsibility. The government should not let toxic substances such as hormones, pesticides, GMOs, artificial colors/flavors, corn syrup, artificial sweeteners, bleached flour, and so on be included in the food supply to begin with. These are not what the human body runs on and are direct causes of disease and brain chemistry imbalances. Until that happens, it's up to families to educate themselves and their children about a healthy diet and lifestyle. If kids aren't weaned on fast food to begin with, they won't know what they are missing. It's up to the schools to adhere to a higher standard than what the government requires. Children are the future, and they need to eat food that allows them to function at the highest level possible.
2. What do the panelists think about school foods and should the choices be more healthy and how?
It's amazing that food that is basically harmful and toxic continues to be served to children (or anyone). In addition to writing to Congress to change the laws, parents need to get more involved. There are organizations that are working toward getting nourishing foods into schools and some are even teaching kids how to grow their own vegetables. Here are some worthy organizations that parents can get involved with: The Edible School Yard, Sustainable Table, Farm to School, and Enivronmental Education Council of Marin.
3. How can parents identify and shop for healthy food?
Education is key. Learning which ingredients are harmful and which will nourish your child is crucial. Keep in mind that real food is what the body requires, so the more you can reduce or eliminate processed foods the better. Avoiding the middle aisles of the grocery store is helpful since that's where most of the processed foods are.
4. How can parents prepare healthy meals?
Busy parents need to learn how to prepare simple and nourishing meals. It can be as easy as doubling up on meals and freezing the leftovers for later meals. Invest in a thermos so the kids can bring soup/stew/chili for lunch. Use simple recipes with whole food ingredients.
5. How can we teach kids about identifying and eating healthy foods?
This is absolutely necessary if we are going to help future generations grow up healthy, well-functioning, and happy. Allow them to be part of meal preparation. Teach them (and yourself) about the seasons and how different vegetables come out at different times of year. Children love color and shapes, so this can become a rewarding family tradition.
6. What about talking to kids about why healthy eating is important for long-term health, and how do parents to talk to kids about their specific needs (especially if kid is overweight)?
Kids are smarter than people realize. If you explain to them that food is fuel and that they need high quality fuel to feel good and avoid illness, then more often than not they will understand. Most overweight kids don't want to be that way, and when they find out that changing their diet is not only beneficial for their health but also for their waistline they are often happy to make changes. Education is crucial!
Here is a hot cereal recipe that is nutrient-dense and tastes delicious. If you are too busy in the morning, make it the night before and reheat it (stove-top) in the morning.
sho's hearty hot cereal breakfast
1 cup gluten-free oats or 1 serving quinoa or buckwheat hot cereal
water (depends on which grain you are using)
1/4 cup coconut milk
1 tbsp nuts
1/2 apple or pear
Himalayan or sea salt
1 tsp black sesame seeds
1 tsp almond or hazelnut butter
optional: ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom
directions: Follow the package directions for basic cereal. Substitute 1/4 cup of the water for coconut milk. Put water, coconut milk, nuts, fruit, salt, and spices in a pot and bring to boil. Then follow the directions on the package. Once cereal is done stir in sesame seeds and nut butter. There are many variations. You can use hemp or almond milk, various nuts and seeds. In summer, blueberries work well.


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Congenital anomalies of the kidney and urinary tract (CAKUT) constitute approximately 20 to 30 percent of all anomalies identified in the prenatal period [1]. Defects can be bilateral or unilateral, and different defects often coexist in an individual child.
An overview of the congenital anomalies of the kidney and urinary tract (CAKUT) is presented here. The antenatal screening and postnatal evaluation of infants with CAKUT are discussed in greater detail separately. (See "Evaluation of congenital anomalies of the kidney and urinary tract (CAKUT)" and "Congenital ureteropelvic junction obstruction" and "Primary megaureter in infants and children" and "Ectopic ureter" and "Renal ectopic and fusion anomalies" and "Autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease in children".)
Because CAKUT play a causative role in 30 to 50 percent of cases of end-stage renal disease (ESRD) in children [2], it is important to diagnose these anomalies and initiate therapy to minimize renal damage, prevent or delay the onset of ESRD, and provide supportive care to avoid complications of ESRD. Patients with malformations with a reduction in kidney numbers or size are most likely to have a poor renal prognosis [3]. (See 'Renal development and CAKUT' below and "Overview of the management of chronic kidney disease in children".)
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Following the release of yesterday's preview reel for Young Justice, UGO has reported from the Brave and the Bold panel that the main cast has been announced.
- Robin/Dick Grayson – Jesse McCartney a singer and song writer with the boy band Dream Street, played "Andy" in Greek, and Theodore in Alvin and the Chipmunks. The UGO announcement specifically references that this Robin is Dick Grayson.
- Kid Flash/Wally West – Jason Spizak - is a voice actor and computer programmer. Apparently he worked on some Linux distributions – for any true geek this is way cooler than any of his voice work. The UGO announcement specifically references that this Kid Flash is Wally West, which would logically make the JLA's Flash Barry Allen.
- Aqualad - Kari Peyton – Possibly a surprise, she was a former Olympic US High-Jumper and has since turned her hand to some acting and cast direction. As Len points out in the comments, Aqualad is actually going to be voiced by Khary Payton who played Cyborg in the Teen Titans animated series. It had been reported that Tequan Richmond was one of those who auditioned for the role. The UGO announcement contains the spoiler that this boy is Black Manta's son, that may be a plot line that gets explored in Brightest Day prior to Young Justice's first airing.
- Superboy/Connor Kent – Nolan North – Cyclops from Wolverine and the X-Men, played Power Ring in Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths. Potentially the most experienced voice artist in the cast. The UGO announcement pegs this Superboy as Conner.
- Miss Martian – Danica McKellar – Freida Goren from Static Shock and Sapphire Stagg from Justice League "Metamorphosis".
- Artemis – Stephanie Lemelin – She announced her own casting prematurely on her blog and had to rapidly delete the post. She followed up with a proper post once the series announcement has been made.
Other voices announced are for members of the Justice League.
- Batman - Bruce Greenwood – Interesting casting as he also plays Batman in the upcoming Red Hood direct-to-DVD feature. He played Christopher Pike in the recent Star Trek film.
- Green Arrow - Alan Tudyk – Played the Barry Allen Flash in an episode of Brave and the Bold. Wash from Josh Whedon's Firefly.
- Aquaman - Phil LaMarr – the immensely talented Phil LaMarr played Green Lantern John Stewart in Justice League and Justice League Unlimited.
- Captain Marvel - Rob Lowe – Sam Seaborn from the Westwing. He was also Wayne's rival for Cassandra's heart in the original Wayne's World film.
There is an interesting weight to that Justice League cast that makes them distinct from the Young Justice cast.
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The deep connection and reverence the Hawaiians had for the ocean created the meaning behind the Hawaiian fish hook necklace. The ocean surrounded them, was their source of food and their means of travel. Their jewelry and ornamentation was made of shells fished from the sea. They had navigated thousands of miles on uncharted high oceans, depending on their navigation by the stars and by listening to the language of the waves.
Hawaiian makau
Known in Hawaiian as the makau, the fish hook pendant stands for everything that is good and promises its wearer prosperity, strength and good luck.
In the early days of Polynesian settlement in Hawaii, the ancient fishermen created fish-hooks out of every available material they could find. Using tools and files made from coral and stone, they chipped and carved fishhooks out of whale and human bones, shell and wood and even from the teeth of dogs! The makau was used to catch fish in the open water and the fishermen had such fine fishing skills that they would use different hooks for different types of fish.
For larger, harder to catch prey like the big sharks, the fishermen would use hardy and strong fish hooks made from human and animal bones. Smaller fish required more delicate fishhooks which were generally carved from pearl or the shell of the turtle.
Makau and fish ponds
As they became more sophisticated, the Hawaiians added increasingly sophisticated tools to their fishing weapons including spears, nets made of plant fibers and traps. Of course, they proved themselves to be geniuses in aquaculture by designing fish ponds which were made of porous lava rock and coral. Seawater would ebb through the porous stone walls, leaving the fish, which were swept in at high tide, behind in the large fish ponds.
There are many of these fish ponds left today in Hawaii. On Molokai, you can see one of the largest collections of intact ancient fish ponds; one of them is actually in use and the pond is repopulated with mullet and awa, the types of fish which would have been found here hundreds of years ago.
Manaiakalani, the magical fish hook of Maui
Stories of creation narrate that Maui, the Hawaiian demigod, created the Hawaiian chain of islands by dragging his fish hook on the ocean floor. He convinced his unsuspecting brothers in the canoe to paddle furiously by fooling them that he had caught a great fish. With their efforts, Maui's high mighty fish hook, called Manaiakalani, dragged the land mass out of the ocean and the Hawaiian Islands were born.
Nowadays, the fish hook necklace is made of several different types of material such as koa wood, mother of pearl, fossil bone or in some cases, from ancient mammoth ivory and shark teeth. The modern-day fish hook is strictly ornamental but the meaning behind the Hawaiian fish hook necklace is still relevant.
Contemporary makau jewelry
Contemporary Hawaiian jewelry artists who create fish hook jewelry and pendants usually make two styles. A simple hook is one made from a single material be it wood or bone. A composite hook is constructed from two types of material such as wood and bone. By varying the positioning of the barb along the hook, artists come up with different creative looks.
Even in modern-day jewelry, some Hawaiian artists have taken pains to use old Polynesian techniques in tribute to the meaning behind the Hawaiian fish hook necklace. Some use natural fibers such as sennet from the coconut or fiber from the olona plant which was deemed so strong that it was used as rigging on sailing ships.
Another natural fiber used comes from the hau plant, the yellow hibiscus which is endemic to Hawaii. The fiber is so strong that it was commonly used to make fishing nets.
The importance of knotting
By observing the care taken by the ancient Polynesians to securely lash the fish hooks, we start to understand the meaning behind the Hawaiian fish hook necklace. In the ancient culture, a knot was deemed a sacred binding between man and the gods. In the importance they paid to knotting and cording, the Hawaiians were similar to other ancient cultures. The Incans for example used knots to store information.
Although this was not much used by the Hawaiians, their Polynesian cousins in New Zealand, the Maori, would carve images of gods onto the shaft of the makau. This practice has been adopted by contemporary Hawaiian artists to make "tiki makau". Images of benevolent gods such as Lono, the Hawaiian god of peace and prosperity, are popularly carved onto Hawaiian fish hook pendants.
There are kitschy reproductions of makau in tourist paraphernalia which is found everywhere in Hawaii. Whichever you decide to buy as your souvenir from Hawaii, what is more relevant is to remember the meaning behind the Hawaiian fish hook necklace when you wear it. <-->
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Dan Hill of the Flying Aqua Badgers' home from home. Using this blog to learn about himself. Be warned, it contains political and economic discussion not suitable for those whose spectrum is restricted only to the mainstream. It could be done in private but where's the fun in that...
What follows is the very literal version of the metaphor most of us go through during the working day.
I do enjoy conference season. It's about the only time of year outside the odd general election that the political parties come out and say what they're about. This time around, especially so given that Labour are woefully unpopular, the Tories are getting the dissent vote in the polls and the Liberal Democrats are actually changing their position for once after years of working out their previous stance just doesn't move the masses.
As confident as I am that the world will not end on Wednesday, with a magnetic field 100,000 times greater in strength than the Earth's natural one being generated in the middle of Europe, I'm thinking it is a good day to put a lot of distance between myself and the cutlery drawer.
The factors of meat production with undesirable releases:
clearing forested land, making and transporting fertiliser, burning fossil fuels in farm vehicles, and the front and rear end emissions of cattle and sheep.The front up never gets as much attention does it. I knew the BBC would find a delicate way of saying cow guff.
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Performs professional work in an environmental control program such as air quality, water quality, water supply, integrated solid waste management, chemical technology, hazardous waste technology, or underground storage tanks; or performs work in sanitation evaluation and regulation regarding food service, processing and storage; cosmetology and barber shops, and lodging establishments; or biological/environmental management program; conducts inspections and evaluations; performs related work as required.
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Conducts environmental inspections to determine compliance with applicable rules, standards, and regulations; reviews facility plans and specifications if available, previous inspection reports, operating and construction permits; and integrated solid waste management plans; collects samples and data and performs analytical analyses as necessary; performs complex mathematical computations.
Responds to written or telephone requests from public and private entities or individuals for information or technical assistance on a variety of environmental issues; assists them with problems or questions they may encounter and explains and clarifies rules, regulations and polices.
Prepares written or statistical reports using computer software (including tables, charts, graphs) to disseminate, interpret, or explain information to agency staff, facility operators, governmental agencies, courts, private industry representatives, or the general public.
Responds to emergency situations such as chemical spills, fish kills, pesticide spills, hazardous waste spills, and petroleum spills, on a 24-hour basis to protect public health and the environment, and to facilitate cleanup as quickly as possible.
Reviews various reports, permit applications, and other documents submitted by agency personnel and other private and governmental entities; insures compliance with applicable rules.
Plans and implements biological/environmental programs related to the management of natural areas, threatened and endangered species, preserves, protected water areas and other natural resource areas as well as natural resource management plans for state parks; prepares lists and maintains databases related to threatened and endangered species.
Investigates food borne illnesses and other public sanitation problems; analyzes data, determines outbreak source, institutes measures to stop or prevent outbreaks, conducts follow-up investigations, interviews victims and collects necessary samples for analysis.
Assists in providing technical assistance in specific environmental control program areas; to local boards of health, public and industrial officials, and the general public to facilitate compliance with appropriate regulations.
Participates in the development of administrative rules; interacts with legal staff.
Attends training sessions, seminars and professional meetings, and conducts special studies or projects on a variety of environmental issues to further knowledge in agency programs or in specific subject matter areas.
Makes presentations to public and professional groups on environmental or related topics to provide current information on programs or techniques.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, terminology, and techniques of natural science as related to environmental control or pollution prevention.
Knowledge of state, federal, and local environmental control laws, rules, and regulations, and their application to environmental programs.
Knowledge of chemicals, their environmental interactions and persistence, and the toxic or hazardous properties of chemicals.
Knowledge of biological systems and resource management.
Knowledge of FDA laws, codes, regulations, policies, procedures, and interpretations including 1993 Food Code, National Labeling Education Act, Model Food Salvage Code, Vending Code, Good Manufacturing Practices Regulations, Seafood HACCP Regulation, State and Local Plumbing Codes, State Fire Code, Iowa Beer and Liquor Regulations, applicable Iowa Code and Iowa Administrative Codes.
Knowledge of employing department's investigative and evidence collection procedures, parameters of compliance, including legal and regulatory requirements, precedent decisions, hazards involved, and seriousness of violations.
Knowledge of food safety including sources, adulteration, time-temperature relationships of cooking, holding, cooling, storage packaging, transportation, reheating and service, personal hygiene, cross contamination, material, design construction, and installation of food contact and non-food contact surfaces and equipment, warehousing and sanitation, and the use and storage of toxic materials.
Knowledge of food microbiology and food borne disease.
Knowledge of state and local food protection programs, organization, operation, management, staffing, budgeting, and enforcement.
Knowledge of the use of geographic information systems to organize, display and evaluate information on a relational basis.
Ability to apply knowledge of scientific principles to specific environmental problems.
Ability to develop, read, comprehend, and analyze laws, rules, reports, and related technical and administrative data.
Ability to read, interpret and analyze plans and blueprints.
Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations.
Ability to generate computer reports and data analysis.
Skills in interpersonal relations, i.e., motivation, creating an atmosphere for changes, diplomacy, verbal communication, interviewing, questioning, and dealing with difficult people.
Displays high standards of ethical conduct. Refrains from dishonest behavior.
Works and communicates with all clients and customers providing polite, quality professional service.
Displays a high level of initiative, effort, attention to detail and commitment by completing assignments efficiently with minimal supervision.
Follows policy, cooperates with supervisors and aligns behavior with the goals of the organization.
Fosters and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, group identity and team spirit throughout the organization.
Exchanges information with individuals or groups effectively by listening and responding appropriately.
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312 industrial health
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456 nutrient management
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590 radiological health
595 regional planning
657 soil conservation
658 integrated solid waste management
760 wastewater
762 water resources
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866 ability to read, write and speak Spanish fluently
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SAN JOSE. (AP) - Kerwy Williams scored three touchdowns on the ground, Chuckie Keeton threw for three more in the air and the Utah State offense didn't let up Saturday in a 49-27 victory over San Jose State.
POCATELLO, Idaho (AP) - Colton Silveria rushed for 120 yards and a touchdown and Marquis Nicolis ran for 105 yards and UC Davis defeated Idaho State 52-45 on Saturday.
SACRAMENTO (AP) - Garrett Safron's 25-yard touchdown pass to T.J. Knowles with 7:12 to go in the fourth quarter Saturday night sealed the deal for Sacramento State, giving the Hornets a 19-14 victory over visiting Weber State.
NEW YORK (AP) - Alabama is a unanimous No. 1 and LSU slipped another spot in The Associated Press college football poll.
California drops 3rd straight
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Matt Barkley knew he wasn't exactly polishing his personal credentials while Southern California grinded out a win with its dominant defense and a steady running game.
STANFORD (AP) - David Shaw and his Stanford players spent the past nine months telling anybody who would listen that the program had enough talent and depth without Andrew Luck to be a national power for years to come.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - After another game too close for comfort, the overriding emotion for Ohio State coach Urban Meyer was relief.
PASADENA (AP) - UCLA kept its raucous celebration in the locker room, with only a few tweeted photos providing any evidence. By the time the Bruins emerged from their Rose Bowl party following their 36-30 victory over Nebraska on Saturday night, they were all business again, insisting it was just another victory.
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) - Cody Larsen has always looked out for his little brother, whether it was sliding extra mashed potatoes onto his plate or calming his nerves when he made his first start as a high school freshman.
BERKELEY (AP) - Jeff Tedford's emotions overwhelmed him when he walked into Memorial Stadium for the first time since California's long-time home underwent a $321 million seismic retrofit and renovation.
BERKELEY (AP) - Walking through the tunnel to play the first game ever in renovated Memorial Stadium ensures that California's football season will open with a memorable moment.
STANFORD (AP) - David Shaw might have slept better the nights before games last year than any other coach in the country.
STANFORD (AP) - A quick glance around the Stanford practice field late Sunday afternoon revealed the realities of a new season on The Farm - all the way down to those innovative iPad playbooks.
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) - Trevone Boykin passed for two touchdowns and ran for another, and No. 6 TCU dominated Texas in a 48-10 victory Thursday night that kept alive its hope of pushing into the College Football Playoff.
PARADISE ISLAND, Bahamas (AP) - Duje Dukan thought he had created a turnover with a held ball. The referees said he was guilty of a foul instead.
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) - Growing up in Kansas City, Shane Ray was a "Big 12 kid." Through his redshirt season in 2011, Missouri was a Big 12 school.
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Southern California offensive line coach Tim Drevno refers to his freshmen as "rookies." After a dismal performance against rival UCLA, Drevno needs them to play like veterans against Notre Dame.
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) - Eric Thompson scored 20 points and Pacific survived a scare from Division II Alaska-Anchorage, winning 71-62, to advance in the Great Alaska Shootout on Wednesday.
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>This is still a cooking group, right?
Yes it is, although it does seem that a few folks have forgotten it..
>Short ribs, rubbed with Montreal steak seasoning, allspice and long
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>onions and garlic. The lobster/beef stock made a really great, rich
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>with cornstarch to thicken a little.
Why lobster stock?
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Hanbo, many thanks for your comments. I'd like to add this improvement and test it. Would you provide some test data?
Andrew, many thanks. I'm sorry about my delay. I added the improvements you suggested. The code is much faster now.
Divyesh Varade, mutual information is a measure based on pixel statistics, so it can't be applied pixel by pixel. Applying it to small windows could be a good idea for some applications.
I solved problems related with data types. Now mi() accepts different types of images and signals (not only double images or signals). However, I am testing it with Matlab 7 (R14). Please leave a comment if it doesn't work with other versions.
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