Have you ever been in the middle of baking and wondered, what are the functions of flour in baking?. Why does this recipe call for flour? And is it calling for whole wheat flour, or all-purpose flour, or bread flour? And why wheat flour all the time?” The last question is easy to answer. Wheat is plentiful and cheap. The United States alone grew 58 million tons of wheat in … [Read more...] about What Are the Functions of Flour in Baking?
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High Functioning vs. Low Functioning in Autism
In my last blog, I discussed an interaction I had had with a young man on the spectrum. I briefly touched on the topic called, “high functioning.” What is high functioning? I read a recent article that discussed this very topic: the terms high functioning and low functioning. Overall, the article discussed the following: *The terms are not diagnostic terms, yet are … [Read more...] about High Functioning vs. Low Functioning in Autism
Neuro Drinks: “Functional Beverages”
We're always on the look-out for new ways to multi-task... so we were super curious about neuro drinks, which are designed to give you extra energy, boost your brain function and even help you sleep. Have you seen the colorful bottles on your grocery store shelves? We tried two varieties, to see what all the fuss was about! neuro SONICSometimes we all need a little … [Read more...] about Neuro Drinks: “Functional Beverages”
How Women Deal With Erectile Dysfunction
While erectile dysfunction is not something that physically impacts women, those partnered with an erectile dysfunction sufferer will certainly feel the effects. If your partner is struggling with erectile dysfunction, you can play a part in helping him come to terms with and treat the disorder. By learning about erectile dysfunction, you can prepare to modify your relationship … [Read more...] about How Women Deal With Erectile Dysfunction
Low Thyroid Function in Women
An underactive thyroid, also called hypothyroidism, is more prevalent in women than in men. The thyroid's production of certain hormones falls short, causing disruptions of different processes in the body. Women with hypothyroidism experience varying degrees of slowed thyroid hormone production. The diagnosis and treatment of low thyroid function is relatively easy and gets … [Read more...] about Low Thyroid Function in Women