Licorice is the root of the plant Glycyrrhiza glabra, a legume that is native to southern Europe and certain parts of Asia. Licorice, sometimes spelled liquorice, yields an extract that is sweet in flavor. The distinct sweet flavor of licorice extract is due to the compound glycyrrhizin, which is...
Oleic acid is a kind of fatty acid. It is naturally extracted from plants and in some animals. It can also be found in some egg and butter substitutes. Oleic Acid is mono unsaturated, and is ranked as a “healthy fat.” It can help control a person’s cholesterol levels and increase the “good”...
A Dallas remake has been confirmed by Deadline.com. The 1980s hit television show Dallas is returning to TV on TNT. The remake will feature original cast members Larry Hagman, who played J.R., Patrick Duffy who played Bobby Ewing, and Linda Gray who played Sue Ellen Ewing. In addition to the...
Lard refers to the fat of a pig that has been rendered. Lard is commonly used in baking and cooking, in fact, it is considered as a popular ingredient for many recipes. Because of the bad reputation lard has acquired over the decades (it is considered as an unhealthy food item) it has become quite...
Becky Wunder of Playboy flashes Vernon Jordan on July 22, 2010. The 75 year old politician attended a party thrown to honor his 75th Birthday at the Four Seasons Restaurant. Fellow party attendees included financier/investor Donald Marron, editor/businessman Steve Forbes, and investor...
With the advent of science and technology as well as the innovations that made people’s lives comfortable came the globalization of information and knowledge. As the internet connects people from the other side of the globe, information can also be shared in a matter of seconds wherever a person...
Calling a dictator crazy is like calling cat fuzzy. It's pretty much a given. Yet some dictators go above and beyond just genocide and repression, and travel so far into balls out madness that you have to give them some sort of credit. These 12 ruthless bastards not only ruled with an iron fist,...
Thanksgiving is fast approaching. Here are some great Thanksgiving Quotes to feed your mind and whet your appetite (while you're waiting for the turkey to come out of the oven)! 1. "For each new morning with its light,For rest and shelter of the night,For health and food, for love and...
Mirin is one of the staple ingredients of Japanese cuisine. It has a distinct sweet flavor and is ideal for making sauces, soups and marinades. Not many people know, though, that mirin is also a drink. It has a low alcohol content and is sometimes used in ceremonial toasts, especially at the New...
Sunburn is a common condition that occurs when a person has been out in the sun for too long without protection. Sunburn can be very mild (reddish skin that may feel a little warm to the touch) or severe (blistering). The best way to deal with sunburn is to protect your skin when you know that...
