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  If you are like most Americans, your diet typically consists of meat, carbohydrates (i.e. bread, pasta, grains), dairy, eggs, vegetables, and fruits. Depending on the week or day, your amount of each food group consumed varies. Since this is what most people have grown up with, it may seem daunting to make a switch to something different. More specifically, some people today are interested in adopting the vegan diet. What exactly does this entail? When you go completely vegan, all animal products ( i.e. bacon, eggs, milk, etc.) are off the table – no exceptions . This may give you some pause, especially if you are just learning this fact.  How could you eat anything with such intense and limiting restrictions?  Don’t worry; there is some good news. Not only is it completely possible to live a vegan lifestyle, it’s also achievable in a manageable, delicious, and healthy way! Before we dive into the specifics around managing the vegan diet successfully, you need to do y...

 It is common to be confused about the process of grading maple syrup.   In fact, most people don’t really know what exactly the different letters on maple syrup bottles mean. Even though trying to decipher the grades can be frustrating, they do mean something. You might be wondering how maple syrup is graded and what will change when the new maple syrup grades go into effect over the next couple of years. As of now, the USDA’s grading system divides maple syrup into two grades: Grade A, and Grade B. Grade A is broken down into three sub-grades: Light Amber, Medium Amber, and Dark Amber, and there is only one variety of Grade B. Generally speaking, the darker the color of the maple syrup, the stronger the flavor, and Grade B is the darkest and, therefore, richest of all when it comes to maple flavor. Under the new maple syrup grading system, all retail maple syrup will be Grade A—broken down into four classes. Grade A Golden is the mildest and most delicately flavored of a...

  While you can find several different varieties of maple syrup at your local grocery store,  The sizing options are limited, and this can be very expensive for those who use a lot of maple syrup. If this is one of your cooking or baking staples, buying maple syrup in bulk saves you money and time. It is worthwhile to explore the great options that there are online to find the best prices on high quality bulk maple syrup. Ordering online is easier than ever, and you don’t even have to leave the comfort of your home. Once you find a reputable sugarhouse you like, order some products and see why purchasing bulk syrup is a wise choice for any maple enthusiast. See what is offered out there by ordering a few different grades from some different sugarhouses and enjoy the experience of discovering the unique nuances of each company’s products. It is a great way to learn the varieties of maple syrup that you enjoy the most and discover how they each complement your culinary endeav...

            The process of making maple syrup, known as sugaring, takes place during the spring months in the Northeastern United States (primarily Vermont) and in Canada. It is necessary to have colder climates when you are producing maple syrup, because the sap flow occurs as a result of the weather frequently alternating between freezing and thawing. Vermont, which is the largest producer of maple syrup and organic maple syrup in the country, begins its sugaring season in early March, and it typically lasts for six weeks. The process of sugaring begins with drilling one or more tap holes directly into the trunk of the tree. It is necessary for sugarmakers to take extra precaution to make the tap holes small enough to ensure that the tree is not damaged during the process. The sap that is used to make maple syrup comes solely from the Sugar Maple tree, which requires a time period of about 40 years in order to grow to the necessary size for tapping. Once...

  Despite the fact that the country’s overall maple syrup output has increased considerably over the past decade,   The retail price has remained expensive. Currently, the price of maple syrup averages $37.50 per gallon in bulk, and buying in small quantities ends up costing more than that. Rather than opting to buy a cheaper, artificial alternative over real maple syrup as a way to save money, consider the negative health consequences associated with imitation syrups that are made entirely of high fructose corn syrup, preservatives and additives. Yes, maple syrup is pricy , but the research that has proven it has an astounding nutritional panel and disease-fighting properties should make you rethink choosing the alternative. If you want to buy real maple syrup and save money, the best way to do it is to find a reputable wholesale maple syrup vendor from whom you can get better pricing on the same quality products. In addition to the many health benefits that maple syrup b...

Life can get so complicated and busy.  I think it’s important to pause and reflect on the simple things. The simple things help me put my life in perspective, focus on what truly matters, and to demonstrate true gratitude. So, what simple things do I mean? A hot cup of tea and a stack of books I look forward to reading Books Really good dark chocolate Warm fuzzy socks fuzzy socks Waking up with a smile on my face when I remember it’s my day off work Listening to my 11-year-old son sing along to the songs on K-Love Listening to my 17-year-old daughter share her newest mission minded idea Enjoying a delicious meal from Chipotle Mexican Grill (my favorite!) Stopping to think about the magnificence around me The calm, quiet of morning Coffee with a good friend Coffee Yes, the simple things are worth pausing to embrace. Don’t let the noise of the world drown out the joy of everyday moments. Sometimes, these desires are wrapped up in the simple moments of every day life. What are your si...

 Each person owns at least one "smart"  device, Phone, computer and tablet to hold his own personal information. If you don't protect these devices, anyone can access them - even more, they're more at risk of being stolen in general. Here are some services that can help you create the strongest password possible and test how it will secure your blog, website or personal computer device . Safer Password 7 security services for the best passwords 1. Phonetic Password Generator Phonetic Password Generator  . It produces passwords that combine to sound like a word, but not an actual word. This is useful for those who have trouble remembering passwords or don't want to save them in a large document lest someone will find it. 2.  DinoPass DinoPass 7 security services for best passwords The original  DinoPass  design site generates their random passwords for kids, but many adults find it  easy to operate and useful  . Passwords can consist of lower case...