How Chocolates are Manufactured? - May 31, 2008 -
Making chocolates is a long process. It starts from harvesting cocoa and finishes with the drying of chocolate. The process begins with,
Fermentation: After collecting the cocoa beans and surrounding pulp from the cacao tree the fermentation process starts. These seeds and pulp are placed either in boxes or banana leaves. It takes 5-6 days to form alcohol from the sugar of the beans. In the mean time the surrounding pulp becomes liquid and drains out. During the fermentation process the seeds germinate and are killed in high temperature. The beans turn into brown color and look like our familiar cocoa seeds.
After the fermentation process the beans are dried and water content is lowered from 60% to 7%.
Roasting: After drying, the roasting process takes place. The required temperature for roasting is 210F. For 10 to 115 minutes the beans are roasted. Roasting develops the aroma and flavor. Constant monitoring is needed during the process. Over roasting can make beans useless.
Winnowing: In this process the shells of the beans are removed.
Grinding: Ready beans are ground in two phases. In the first phase large stones are used for grinding. In this process a liquid pulp is produced. This is called cocoa liquor. Then sugar is added into the pulp. The average size of the particles would be around 100 microns at this stage. Then starts the second phase of finer grinding and this grinding turns the particles into 18 microns in size.
Conching: At 180 degrees Fahrenheit the pulp is stirred and mixed. In this process the sugar and cocoa particles collide together and this makes the pulp smoother. The conching process can be for few hours to 1 day. In fact, the longer you conch the better chocolate you make. In the process extra cocoa butter can be added. To stabilize the chocolate, soy lecithin is added. And at the last stage vanilla is added.
After the process the pulp is taken out of the concher and poured into a suitable pot. When it cools down the chocolate is ready to eat.
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The word “mulch” comes from the old English word “melsc” - meaning rotten hay. In today’s language it has come to mean any material that covers the soil to preserve moisture content, prevent soil erosion and inhibit weed growth. For organic gardening I choose materials that will break down over time, feeding my plants and contributing to the amount of humus in the soil.
Many materials are suitable to use as mulch, such as: leaves, straw / hay, sawdust, gravel / rocks, paper / cardboard, grass clippings, carpet underfelt and even plastic. Each one has its own benefits and disadvantages.
Dark mulches warm the soil, whereas light coloured mulches will keep the soul cooler. In a cool climate a light straw mulch will hold back the development of many hot season vegetables - so take care with your choice of mulch and the time of year you apply it.
I’ve heard it said that mulches can be a refuge for problem garden pests, but nature balances this with enough predators to consume any rise in pest numbers.
Leaves are the most natural mulch of all. However most of the nutritional content has been taken from the tree before the leaf falls to the ground. Many leaves contain tannins and some have growth suppressants (eucalypts & pine needles for example), so it’s better to either add them to your compost heap or place them in a wire container and allow them to decompose for a year or so and become leaf mould, them use as mulch.
Straw / Hay is my preferred method of mulching in my organic food garden. The main advantage over many mulches is that it slowly releases nutrients to feed the plants it surrounds. One disadvantage is that hay may contain weed seeds, but they are usually easy to pull. That is why I prefer pea straw - usually the only weeds are peas and they add nitrogen to the soil. Another problem can be that it may become water repellent. But this is not a problem if you trickle or flood irrigate your food plots.
Sawdust is probably best used by composting it before laying as a mulch as it may rob the soil of nitrogen if your soil is poor to begin with. Also, it can become water repellent. However if you have a good supply it makes an excellent soft, natural looking covering for pathways.
Gravel / Rocks are best used outside of your veggie garden unless you live in a cool climate area and use them around warm climate plants, such as pumpkins and tomatoes. Rocks store heat from the sun during the day and slowly release it through the night.
They can also be used in arid areas around larger plants and trees. Water condenses on the underside of the rocks as they cool during the night helping to keep plants moist.
The disadvantage with rocks is that weeds will grow around them.
Paper / Cardboard are both quite useful as mulches. I often use thick layers of newspaper (which I wet before laying) underneath pea-straw or pine bark. The layers need to overlap about 15cm to prevent weeds from coming through. Don’t use pages with coloured ink as they may contain heavy metals.
Cardboard can make a great mulch under young trees. You can secure it with rocks in a decorative way in addition to straw or bark. Using cardboard beneath sawdust for your garden paths will prevent most weeds.
Grass clippings can be utilised as a thin mulch under trees and shrubs that will feed your plants as it breaks down. Take care not to pile on too thickly though as you will end up with a water repelling, smelly blob!
Carpet underfelt makes an excellent mulch in your organic garden. It won’t blow away, it’s easy to cut to insert your seedlings, it allows air to penetrate and it holds moisture very well. You must make sure that it is the older underfelt though, not the modern foam type.
Black plastic has the advantage of being cheap, easy to install and a great weed suppressor, but its disadvantages are many. It doesn’t feed the soil, it deteriorates with direct sunlight and doesn’t allow the natural gas exchanges between the air and soil.
Whatever your choice of mulch, your organic garden will be more productive and well balanced if you choose a feeding kind of mulch. Remember too that mulches should not come into contact with the stems of you plants as this may cause them to rot.
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As a previous owner of a Franchise I know the importance of maintaining employee commitment, loyalty and enthusiasm in maximising customer satisfaction, generating positive customer perception and protecting your investment.
Repeat business is the life-blood of any business worth its salt. Coupled with a structured approach to increasing market share, looking at the window of opportunity and delivering services with excellence and cultivating positive customer perceptions would appear to be a recipe for success.
Have you ever stood at the front counter of a business and overheard employee dialogue or noticed that some employees appear to convey displeasure with their jobs?
As a person, and practitioner, interested in people it has often been my observation that many Franchisees need to wake up and realise that people management is not that complicated or as difficult as they may have thought. There are a few simple things that can be done to build an environment of high trust amongst employees.
However, it appears that not all franchise owners practise what they preach. Many espouse that we treat our employees as valuable assets of the business. This has always been a great source of amusement to me (because experience has often demonstrated otherwise).
Some people engage subtlety in intimidating staff, constantly making nit picking comments, refusing to lead by example and reducing staff numbers to the point where the bear minimum of staff are left to serve in the business. This begins to seriously effect employee moral, customers are disenfranchised and owners wonder why profits are down.
Take this true, real life example which I was actively involved in some months ago (names and details changed to ensure privacy).
Aunty Marges was a Brisbane Franchise that appeared on the scene several years ago. Aunty Marges specialised in quality cookies, cake and coffee. A husband and wife bought two of these Franchises.
The new owners employed 4 staff in one particular location. Staff was rostered on at different times throughout the day with one of the owners helping for part of the day. The roster started at 7.30am and normally finished at 6.00pm
It was a busy business located in a popular shopping centre, was a pressurised environment. The owners had over-extended their borrowing capacity.
Janelle, a teenager had been employed along with the other 3 employees to work in the business.
Janelle was known to be a hard worker who went out of her way to up-sell, interacted well with customers and took her job seriously. Despite being in her last year of college she took her responsibilities seriously.
One morning the owners called a staff meeting where they admitted that they were over-committed and requested that employees put in an extra effort. When staff left they were not replaced.
The friendliness soon began to disappear and the owners began to leave critical notes scolding employees and placing more demands on them. As a result staff began resigning.
One night as our family was over at Janelles place the telephone rang. It was for Janelle. The business owner (the wife) rang up and was obviously berating the teenager on the telephone.
Janelle went to her room sobbing and came back some time later to tell her parents and our family what had occurred.
Over the next four months this became a consistent occurrence. Finally Janelle had enough and I was asked to speak with the owners, which I did.
Why is it that some people seem to have a moribund fascination in causing other people pain and afflicting them with a life a drudgery and frustration. Our teenagers need positive role models instead of having roadblocks placed in their paths.
Why is it that we consistently hear about businesses that seem to pay lip service to our employees are our most valuable assets behave abominably and wonder why the books are down?
What is Workplace Harassment?
Under the Workplace Health and Safety Act 1995 employers have an obligation to ensure the health and safety of all workers by managing risks at the workplace.
1. A person is subjected to workplace harassment if the person is subjected to repeated behaviour, by a person, including the persons employer or a co-worker or group of co-workers of the person that-
(a) is unwelcome and unsolicited; and.
(b) the person considers to be offensive, intimidating, humiliating or threatening; and
(c) a reasonable person would consider to be offensive, humiliating, intimidating or threatening.
A recent draft statement released by the Queensland Government includes some examples of behaviour, where repeated or occurring as part of a pattern of behaviour, may be considered workplace harassment includes the following.
Abusing the person/s loudly, usually when others are present;
Repeated threats of dismissal or other severe punishment for no reason;
Constant ridicule and being put down;
Leaving offensive messages on email or the telephone;
Sabotaging the persons work for example by deliberately withholding or supplying incorrect information; hiding documents or equipment; not passing on messages; and in other ways, getting the worker into trouble;
Maliciously excluding and isolating the person/s from workplace activities;
Persistent and unjustified criticisms, usually of the nit-picking variety;
Humiliating the person/s through sarcasm, criticism and insults, often in front of customers, management or other workers;
Spreading gossip or false, malicious rumours about the person/s with an intent to cause them harm;
Singling out and treating person/s differently from others, without good reason
Effects of Workplace Harassment on the Employees and the Business
Workplace harassment has detrimental effects on workers and the workplace.
Workers who are harassed can become:
distressed, anxious, withdrawn and depressed
physically ill, sleep deprived
aggressive, vengeful
less self-confident and develop low self-esteem.
Workplace harassment may result in:
loss of trained and talented workers;
loss of profits;
reduced productivity and morale;
an unsafe working environment; and
legal costs for a workplace.
Employer Costs (off your bottom-line)
Employers who engage in these behaviours may face stiff penalties and the full weight of the law.
Costs to the employer include high staff turnover, which inturn places added pressure on owners to spend longer hours in the business.
Low morale which decreases productivity
Workplace investigations by the OH&S people
Higher workers compensation premiums where the claim has been proven
Legal penalties and damages awards in some circumstances
Mediation Fees
Becoming known as a bad employer
Indirect costs (often significant) added to the bottom line.
Incurring the displeasure of the master franchise holder.
It has been my experience that on average an employer will be out of pocket through direct and indirect means by $25,000 for one incidence.
Prevention
You can effectively manage workplace harassment by adopting some of the following procedures
Recognise your strengths and weaknesses and educate yourself and your employees.
Make a commitment to treat staff with respect. You have a vested interest in doing this.
Introduce a workplace specific harassment policy for all levels of management and staff.
Arrange for an in-house seminar on workplace harassment and have employees sign to say they will comply with the policy.
Deal with all complaints immediately, confidentially and thoroughly.
The place where Janelle previously was employed continues to be an unhappy place, the owners are stressed and the master franchise holder is unhappy with the owners.
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Well lets be honest some people just dont bother doing cell phone reviews, and why should they? Well lets keep things simple, would you just walk into a car showroom and drive away within 5 minutes, not many would unless you have done your homework first. Cell phones can be complex, you need to know what you what before you jump and buy, and then there are the cell phone carriers, who to choose from. A little research goes along way. The cell phones today are far different than when first introduced onto the market. We now have GPS phones, camera phone, PDA phones and phones with Bluetooth technologies. Bluetooth, when it first came out I thought it was a fashion icon to dye your teeth. You have to be aware of what you are buying in order to maximise the usage.
What are you using the phone for?
Simple question like what is the phone for, need to be answered. Do you need the cell phone for business, general call or fun (camera phones). What cell phone manufacturer do you prefer, or do you even know of any? Well here are a few to keep your mind open: Samsung, Motorola, Nokia, Motorola, NEC, Oki, Sony Ericsson, Philips, JRC and Mitsubishi to name but a few. Well lets put things into perfective, all the major cell phone manufacturers claim to better than the other, word off month from friends and family will give you an honest opinion or maybe you have used a previous cell phone from one of these manufacturers. Everybody has a key use for the cellular phone, do you need to take photos? If so the camera phone is really the only option, if you need quality photos you need to check if the camera phone has a zoom in and out option and what the pixel rate is. Do you want a flip screen cell phone or standard display?
Business users may benefit more from the PDA phones. PDA are ideal as they are compared to as a mini PC. The specifications can be looked as that to a computer and it is the ideal phone for working from home or hotel rooms if you travel. The GPS phones are great for the more sporty among us such as climbers or adventurers. Global positioning satellite will allow you be traced if lost or in difficulty, great for those travelling to remote regions.
By researching a little you get a whole new perspective on cell phones and manufacturers. The market leaders in cell phone manufacturing are the ones who bring out the newest technology, keep your eyes on the web to see bulletins and news flashes in the communication business world. Cell phones have come down in price with the increased competition and the ever growing demand by the general public but they still need careful consideration.
Cost Saving:
If you are reluctant to get another monthly bill into the household you can opt for the prepaid cell phones. Prepaid cellular phones are very popular and a great way to manage your finances. There is no monthly bill, its simply pay as you go. You get credit for your phone from your local store or simply call a number given to you by the cell phone carrier and top up with a credit card. Remember prepaid cell phones are more expensive per minute to operate than a bill phone.
Trade in your old phone
Most people are aware but some are not, if you already have a bill phone and are looking to get a new one ask in your store about a trade in or upgrade, most cell phones carriers offer upgrades as an incentive to stay connected to their network. Do not simply go and pick one of the shelf and pay for it without mentioning the possibility of an upgrade.
Cell phone accessories to go with the phone:
Many of us like to spice things up a little with our phones by changing the cell phone face plate and so on. Not all cell phones allow this to happen so check before you buy or you could be in for a disappointment.
Phones that work internationally:
Do not take it for granted that the phone you buy works internationally if you want to travel. Most cell phone manufacturers have models available to do so but you need to ask about their range of tri band or quad band cell phones.
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Organic chocolate is made from high-quality organic ingredients. It meets or exceeds all standards of qualification that classify it as an organic product. When a chocolate is labeled organic, it means that the products cacao content was farmed in an environmentally suitable way. This ensures that there are no harmful pesticide residues.
One of the main reasons why you should eat organic chocolate instead of its non-organic counterpart is because you minimize the risk of ingesting pesticide residues. While non-organic chocolate itself is fine to eat, there can be pesticide residue present in the cocoa powder used, which can have harmful effects on the body. Unlike non-organic chocolate, organic chocolate is made from organic cocoa which is cultivated in small plots under a shade canopy, therefore minimizing the use of pesticides.
And since there is less risk for pesticide residue ingestion, organic chocolate has been proven helpful to the body. When eaten in moderation, it can contribute to heart health, suppress chronic cough, add much-needed magnesium to the diet and help control blood sugar. However, too much of something is not good for your health. You should avoid excessive intake of chocolate.
Recent studies have shown that chocolate itself is actually good for you. What makes eating it a health hazard is the kind of ingredients used to make it. This is why it is important that you choose organic over non-organic chocolates. Organic chocolate is a healthier and tastier option for your body. Now you need not worry too much about possible health risks when you indulge your sweet tooth.
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Home Air Filters - What You Need To Keep Pollution Out - May 31, 2008 -
There are so many home air filters available at the stores for you to choose from. You should know by now that there is really a need for it in every home. You trap dust, pollen and pet dander inside the house. You also cook food so smoke is bound to come out and be trapped inside too.
Examine the Culprits
What kind of pollutants is trapped inside your house? These are everyday things that come in and out of the house. You may not realize it but you cannot stop dust and pollen from coming into the house. They are just small particles that go in unnoticed. And because your house is most likely closed doors they stay there. You and your family will keep breathing them in. This will be bad for your respiration. If you or anyone in your family is sensitive to such things then they could trigger allergy or asthma attacks. And then if you have a dog or a cat, it can also drop pet dander everywhere. This again adds to the problem.
Choosing the Right Air Purifier
The first thing to consider is where you are going to put it. If you are going to use it in the bedroom then it should be very quiet so it will not disturb your sleep. Also, you should be able to put it in the proximity of an electric outlet. And don?t forget that you have to have ample space between your air purifier and the wall to give way for air circulation. About 3 inches would be enough.
Then you have to consider the size of the room on which you are going to install it in. The larger the room the more capacity you would need. Usually there?s a recommendation for every room size so you should check what chosen brand suggests you buy.
Next comes the filtration. The more stages of filtration it undergoes the better. It will have better chances of effectively cleaning the air in your house because the more filtration it does the more dirt is screened. Air cleaners that use HEPA filters are most effective because it has be proven to clean the reduce air pollution inside your house by 98%.
You should think twice before using air cleaners manufactured by less popular brands. While there might not be a problem when it comes to quality you may encounter one when it?s time replace the filters or when you have to replace a part. Not all stores will have that brand so you will have a difficulty finding them.
It would be good to check whether the unit you are buying has got good MERV and CADR ratings. The first indicates the air purifier?s efficiency to clean air while the second tells you how well it gives you clean air.
The better brands of home air filters may be more expensive but they may be worth it as well. If you have a clean air to breath, you will also ensure your family?s good health.
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Success in Life - 3 Keys to Being the Master of Your Own Destiny - May 31, 2008 -
Are you tired of feeling like you have no control over your life? Feeling like you have no control over your life can be one of the worst feelings you can ever have. You were never meant to be controlled by life or other people. You were meant to control your own life. Here are 3 keys to being the master of your own destiny.
1. Plan for success.
If you dont plan to succeed in your life, by default you are planning to be controlled for the rest of your life. Begin to set plans and goals in your life so that you know where you are going and how you are going to get there. If you need help making them then find someone that has had great success in their life and ask them to help you.
2. Believe in yourself.
You are going to have to start believing in yourself if you want to control your life. This will take some time depending on you current level of self belief. The more you believe in yourself the more confident you will become to do whatever is necessary to succeed in your life. Stop doubting yourself and know that you have everything in you that is needed to succeed.
3. Get a tour guide.
On of the best ways to help you succeed and control your destiny is to get a mentor or a coach. They will act as a kind of tour guide that will help you avoid obstacles and overcome problems that you dont know how to fix. Mentors/Coaches will help you develop yourself so that you can have the tools that are necessary to forge your own destiny.
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Quick House Sale - Cash Buyers - May 31, 2008 -
Consider yourself in a situation when you are faced with an unenviable predicament of not finding any option to selling off your house or any other property to protect your sale chain, pay off divorce liabilities or loans accruing due to other reasons. In any such situation, you may be under pressure to move or in need of immediate cash.
Selling through Estate Agents
One way to sell your house is to approach an estate agent, but you want immediate cash and in this case the estate agent will take his own time to find a suitable buyer. The solution, therefore, lies in contacting cash buyer of your house.
Who are Cash Buyers?
A cash buyer is a broad term. It includes property traders, investors and developers. Cash buyers of your house can buy your house within a specified time. They ensure the sale of your house with speed and a high degree of certainty. They take the pressure off your heart and you can sleep peacefully.
Short Time Sale
Cash buyers can buy your house in a matter of days, say, between seven to twenty one days only. You can get a reliable verbal offer within just forty eight hours. This would assure your lender and the pressure for payment on you would be eased.
Cash buyers do not need to hire the services of property experts to assess the value of your property. They are not the type of buyers you get through the estate agent who keep messing around your house. They themselves are expert property assessors and business men. They are business like and take the decisions immediately. This is their hallmark that differentiates them from the estate agents.
Assessment of your Financial Needs
You may be compelled to sell your house just to meet a small time financial urgency. In such situations the cash house buyer will try to understand why you want to sell the house and structure your financial requirements accordingly. He will pay you immediately what you want. May be he will pay off your mortgage liabilities or other pressing payments as part of the transaction.
How do the Cash Buyers Arrange Huge Finance at Short Notice?
Usually the cash home buyers do not have huge amounts of cash in their bank accounts so they can come rushing to your house with the currency notes. They arrange loans from the banks or other financial agencies to pay for your house. Moreover, it is not permitted under the UK laws to make direct cash payment in property sales transactions. They payments have to be made through cheques and the deeds have to be finalized through solicitors.
Chance Dehal is Managing Director of SellupFast http://www.sellupfast.co.uk a quick home buying company with a National Team of property investors looking to help homeowners bypass the time consuming selling process.
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Indian Astrology and Marriages - May 31, 2008 -
Astrology is considered to be the oldest of all sciences, which studies the effects of the planetary positions and movements on our lives. Indian Astrology is an integral aspect of the Vedic literature (Vedic Astrology) and was practiced over the years by Indian sages and passed on to their disciples. In olden days, the kings would depend on astrology to determine the right and auspicious time before embarking on any new and important initiatives. Ages later, today, we still find the strong influence of astrology in our day-to-day life. Any major event in life, whether it is marriage, buying a car, buying a house, or even entering a new house, is undertaken only after consulting the astrologer for an auspicious time.
Astrology is in-depth science with multiple widespread branches. It is used to create birth or natal charts (Jathaka / Janampatri) based on the time, date and place of birth, to answer any specific questions Prashnas, to find the auspicious time and day called Muhurtha. While all of these aspects of astrology are well in use today, one of the most popular one is the creation of Jathakas and matching of Jathakas for marriages. Marriage is an important aspect of life. In India, when a child is born, the exact place, date and time is documented and when the child grows older his/her natal chart is created based on this birth data. When the child attains marriageable age, his/her natal chart is matched with those of prospective brides and grooms to find an astrologically compatible match. This is an age-old tradition, which is practiced with equal fervor even in this tech-savvy, net-savvy age.
It is interesting to note that, thousands of years ago astrology was imparted by the teachers to their pupils orally. During the beginning of Kali Yuga the astrological literature was documented for the future generation.
Today, the essence of astrology has been captured and converted into astrological software. These softwares are immensely accurate and provide extensive reports based on scientific calculations. One such service is provided on the website www.BridesandGroomsIndia.com, which is an Indian matrimonial site. The Astrology section provides various astrological services like horoscope / natal chart generation, horoscope / natal chart matching for compatibility, star matching for compatibility.
Indian Astrology is an integral part of the Indian culture and most of the marriages are consummated only after consulting an astrologer. At BridesandGroomsIndia.com a genuine effort is made to help prospective couples figure out whether they are compatible to be bound in the holy wedding knot.
The author is a freelance writer based in Pune, India. She has been collecting information on Indian Astrology.
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