Monday, December 2, 2013

Do Eye Care Vitamins Work?

I had gone to my eye doctor for my regular check up and we discovered that my left eye was showing signs of less than perfect vision.  It was not bad enough to require glasses but he said that at some point I may need to look into them if my vision continues to deteriorate.  It was then that I asked him about eye care vitamins. I had heard about vitamin A and Lutein, as well as others.  Did these eye vitamins really do anything or was it just a scam concocted by the manufacturers.  The eye doctor went on to tell me that research as indicated that certain vitamins are critical for proper eye health.  Many of these are ingested through a proper diet but that taking supplements is simply an insurance policy.  considering that my vision was showing signs of deterioration now was a good time for me to look into eye care vitamins for eye health.When I got home I turned to the internet for information on the types of vitamins that are recommended for eye health.  Surprizingly there are quite a few more than I realized.  Vitamins such as A,C,E, Zinc, and Copper were the ones that I read about the most but there were over 20 different ones that were recommended for eye health.  I wanted to find a complete supplement that did not included any dairy, gluten, salt or fillers of any kind.  The eye doctor also told me that I may notice an improvement with my dry eyes.  At different times of the years this dry, pain in my eyes can be a real problem.  Not only are these eye care vitamins good for the eyes but many of them have other important health benefits for the body as well.  All in all I thought taking a specialized supplement was a good idea and my doctor agreed.  I admit it was a bit scary to have the doctor tell me that my vision was not as good as it had been in the past.  It was a real wake up call for me to start to care for my eyes.Many of us just take our good vision for granted.  I fall right into that category.  It is only when we begin to loose that great eye sight that we begin to consider the potential benefits of eye care vitamins.  If I can keep from getting glasses and hold onto the vision that I have I am more then willing to take my vitamins.



Trevor Kassulke owns and operates http://www.maculardegenerationcare.comEye Care Vitamins

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Thursday, November 28, 2013

Best Baby Stroller For Your Baby

What's a parent to think?There are many different strollers these days from which parents may choose. It was common to purchase a stroller for each stage or our growing child. However, this could get expensive as well as time consuming. One of the popular strollers to purchase now is the Sit N Stand strollers. Many strollers today, like the Sit N Stand stroller are made with the growing family in mind. It is also made to accommodate a child from infancy to childhood. It is also made with the parent in mind as well as the child. Let's take a look at this stroller and see what it offers:



Allows children to sit or stand

Five point child restraint safety harness

Covered parent organizer with cup holders

Swing away child tray with cup holder

Foot activated rear brake

Maximum weight recommendation is 39.7 pounds

Also includes a car seat base

The stroller functions with a one hand fold

Here is one Solution.The Sit N Stand stroller comes in a single style or a double. The single will allow one child in the stroller and another standing on the back. This is a wonderful versatile stroller that meets all government regulations. This is important to keep in mind when purchasing a stroller as our children's safety is the main thing. When looking at all the different types of strollers this Sit N Stand stroller stands out above the rest. I recall when my children were young I had to purchase a new stroller every six months or so when they grew. With this stroller the feature I like the most is that from infancy to childhood this will work for you.What about the baby?This Sit N Stand stroller was obviously made with the parent and the child in mind. It's durable and diverse which make the parents happy, yet it's comfortable and fun which make the children happy. Now most would think that stroller that offers as much as this one does would be expensive. The Sit N Stand stroller is actually very reasonably priced especially when you consider how long it will last you and your child. You would probably save money purchasing this one rather than a different one every time your child grows.Deciding your options.You can choose to purchase this stroller at a local store. Best thing would be to check a few different places out and compare prices. Keep in mind there are various different models of Sit N Stand strollers so take care in checking each one out to make sure you get the one that meets your needs the best. Another great place to look for these is online. There are many stores online that offer the Sit N Stand stroller. Quite often you will find online that many will offer deals and lower prices. Make sure to check on the price of shipping if they charge for it. Once you have checked both these places out, reviewed your options you can then make the best choice for you and your baby.



Johnny Mulder is the author of many articles concerning baby strollers and Sit N Stand strollers in particular.

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Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Old Fashion Recipes Perfect For Potlucks and Picnics #3

Picnics, potlucks, church socials, office lunches, etc. are the times to impress family and friends with dishes from your kitchen. Here are some old fashion recipes to bring new life to the dishes you share. Options include Amish Corn Bake, a recipe from the Old Order Amish in Indiana, Coconut Buttermilk Pie, an old time favorite, or Margie's Oven Baked Chicken coated with a Bisquick mixture.AMISH CORN BAKE2 eggs, separated

1/2 tsp salt

3 cups uncooked kernel corn

1/4 tsp black pepper

3/4 cup milk

1/2 cup cracker crumbs

1/2 cup sour cream

1/4 tsp salt

2 tbsp melted butter

2 tbsp chopped pimentoNote: You could use frozen whole kernel corn.Beat the egg yolks and combine with the corn, 1/2 tsp salt, black pepper, and milk. Blend well and pour into a buttered 2-quart casserole dish. Beat the egg whites until stiff and gently blend in the sour cream. Fold the sour cream mixture into the corn mixture. Sprinkle the top with the cracker crumbs that have been mixed with the butter. Dot top with the chopped pimento. Bake 1 hour at 350 degrees.COCONUT BUTTERMILK PIE1 cup sugar

2 eggs, room temperature

4 tbsps butter, melted

3 tbsps flour

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

1 tbsp lemon juice

pinch of salt

1 cup buttermilk, room temperature

1/2 cup shredded coconut

1 9-inch pie crust, lightly baked and cooledPreheat oven to 425 degrees.

In a large bowl, combine sugar, eggs, butter, and flour. Beat with electric mixer until well blended. Mix in the vanilla, lemon juice, and salt. Using a wire whisk, whisk in the buttermilk until well blended. Pour into the prepared pie crust and sprinkle the coconut over the top. Bake on the middle oven rack for 10 minutes at 425 degrees then lower the temperature to 350 degrees until lightly browned and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.Note: To prevent edges of pie crust from getting too brown, loosely wrap the edge of the pie with foil before putting in the oven.MARGIE'S OVEN BAKED CHICKEN1 tbsp butter or margarine

2/3 cup Bisquick

1 1/2 tsp paprika

1 1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp pepper

2 1/2 to 3 1/2 lb frying chicken, cut-upHeat oven to 425 degrees. Melt butter in an oblong baking pan 9 x 13-inches, in the oven. Mix the Bisquick with the paprika, salt and pepper; coat the chicken. Place chicken, skin sides down, in the pan. Bake, uncovered, for 35 minutes. Turn and bake until done, about 15 minutes longer.Enjoy!



For more old fashion recipes visit http://grandmasvintagerecipes.blogspot.comFor more of Linda's recipes and diabetic information go to http://diabeticenjoyingfood.squarespace.com

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