Baking Powder

by roger o

Hi Everyone! Most of us who bake, (or want to learn to bake!), realize that one of the staples of baking is the use of baking powder as a leavening agent. Baking powder when mixed with wet ingredients causes a chemical reaction to start that produces CO2 gas bubbles which makes the mix lighter.

What most don't know is that baking powder does not store very well, and loses it's leavening power quickly.

What I have found is that it is very easy to make your own baking powder, and use it as you need it. The 2 ingredients that make it up last indefinitely when stored separately.

For each teaspoon of fresh baking powder, mix 1/4 tsp baking soda (sodium bicarb), and 1/2 teaspoon cream of tarter (http://spicebarn.com/cream_of_tartar.htm.

Try it, it's easy, less expensive than the commercial product, and you will always have a fresh supply of baking powder!

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Few good bills. Many freedom smashing bills

Government Legislation and Government Documents

Government Legislation

Bills We Support

Genetically Engineered Food Right to Know Act -- H.R. 5577. To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and The Poultry Products Inspection Act to require that food that contains a genetically modified material be labeled accordingly.

National Emergency Employment Defense Act -- H.R. 6550. Introduced by Dennis Kucinich on Dec. 17th, this outlines, among other financial recommendations, "to restore authority to the Congress to create and regulate money." In short, the much-needed abolition of private Federal Reserve. The full copy can be read HERE.

American Traveler Dignity Act -- H.R. 6416. Introduced by Ron Paul, it is only 10 lines in length and was hailed by Judge Andrew Napolitano as a "work of Jeffersonian genius and simplicity." It is important to stop the government over-reach here, before it spreads onto the streets of America.

Free Speech About Science Act of 2010 -- H.R. 4913. Will allow for the free exchange of scientific evidence.

Freedom of Health Speech Act -- H.R. 3394. Sponsored by Ron Paul. Stops the FTC from arbitrarily deciding which products make false claims and which don't. The burden of proof will switch to the FTC to back up their censorship.

Health Freedom Act -- H.R. 3395. Will amend the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and switch burden of proof to the FDA in making judgments about the safety of natural products.


FREEDOM-SMASHING BILLS

FOOD

The Livable Communities Act -- S. 1619. Chris Dodd is helping to embody the spirit of the UN's Agenda 21, which would reshape entire neighborhoods in any way the federal government pleases. Local officials will be pressured to comply with federal standards from a new permanent bureaucracy "Interagency Council on Sustainable Communities."

Food Safety Accountability Act -- S. 3767. More power for the FDA, enabling up to 10-year prison sentences for supplement makers.

Food Safety and Tracking Improvement Act -- S. 425. The companion to H.R. 875 seeks to regulate organic and home gardening.

Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009 -- H.R. 875. A bill created for Monsanto. Introduced by Rosa DeLauro whose husband is connected to Monsanto.

Food Safety Modernization Act -- S. 510. Blanket authority for federal agencies to impose international guidelines on food producers. Extends the power of the FDA, and seeks almost 4,000 new bureaucrats to be hired in 2010.

These are just some food bills. Look at these other bills on Green, Weather, Terrorism, Internet, War, Banking and Emergency. Also a few DE-CLASSIFIED GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS: Follow this link: http://www.activistpost.com/p/documentslegislation-research.html

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A Brief History of Maine

Maine is a product of the Ice Age. The last glacier was responsible for cutting what had been a relatively straight coastline into the hundreds of bays, inlets and picturesque harbors we know today. The receding ice sheet formed the 2,000 or so islands found off:

To read more of the history of Maine follow the link below then click on A Brief History of Maine:

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Sing the health praises of parsley and sage

Those of us who go back a few years likely remember the line about parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme in the huge Simon and Garfunkel hit song about two ill-fated lovers, "Are You Going to Scarborough Fair". Many have speculated that the reference to the four popular herbs was due to their use in Medieval Europe to help cleanse the air and ward off the infamous black plague. Others have thought that the reference to the four herbs was because the combination may have been used as a love potion. Whatever the reason for their inclusion in the popular song, the many health benefits of parsley and sage are worth loving and singing praises about in their own rights.

PARSLEY

Parsley is an amazing medicinal herb with a world of health benefits. The root contains calcium, B-complex vitamins, and iron, which nourish the glands that help regulate the uptake of calcium. It is a source of magnesium, calcium, potassium, vitamin A, beta-carotene, vitamin C and vitamin K.

Among the many benefits reported for parsley are:

*It is a diuretic which helps the body produce more urine to keep the urinary system operating smoothly and which helps prevent problems such as kidney stones and bladder infections.

*It is wonderful for removing toxins from the body, such as heavy metals.

*It is an effective breath freshener. It is believed that the practice of including parsley on a dinner plate began due to its breath freshening abilities and not merely for its decorative effect.

*The root and leaves are good for the liver and spleen.

*It helps relieve bloating during menstruation.

*It provides relief for edema, often helping when other remedies have failed

*Parsley root and seeds help relax stiff joints, often making stiff and unmanageable fingers work again.

*It helps remove gallstones when used properly by taking a pint of the tea daily.

*It is beneficial for the adrenal glands.

*It is a powerful therapeutic aid for the optic nerves, brain and sympathetic nervous system.

*Parsley juice is an excellent tonic for the blood vessels.

Note: It is best to avoid large amounts of parsley if you are pregnant, especially the use of the volatile essential oil.

SAGE

Like rosemary, its sister herb in the mint (Labiatae) family, sage contains a variety of volatile oils, flavonoids and phenolic acids, including rosmarinic acid. The oils found in sage are both antiseptic and antibiotic, helping it fight infections.

Besides the antioxidant and other properties shared with Rosemary, sage`s other health benefits include:

*It is effective for symptoms of menopause, night sweats and hot flashes because of its estrogenic action and because its tannins help dry up perspiration.

*Sage helps provide better brain function and has been used in the treatment of cerebrovascular disease for over a thousand years. It helps provide better recall and research has suggested that it may be an effective option to help treat Alzheimer`s.

*There`s also compelling evidence that sage may be of value to people with diabetes for whom the hormone insulin does not work as efficiently as it should. Lab studies indicate that sage may boost insulin`s action.

* The ability of sage to protect oils from oxidation has also led some companies to experiment with sage as a natural antioxidant additive for cooking oils that can extend shelf life and help avoid rancidity.

In an upcoming article, we will also sing the praises of the other two herbs mentioned in the popular song - rosemary and thyme.

Sources included:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scarbo...
http://www.healthy-holistic-living....
http://www.greenmuze.com/blogs/natu...
http://www.buzzle.com/articles/pars...

About the author

Tony Isaacs, is a natural health author, advocate and researcher who hosts The Best Years in Life website for baby boomers and others wishing to avoid prescription drugs and mainstream managed illness and live longer, healthier and happier lives naturally. Mr. Isaacs is the author of books and articles about natural health, longevity and beating cancer including "Cancer's Natural Enemy" and is working on a major book project due to be published later this year.
Mr. Isaacs is currently residing in scenic East Texas and frequently commutes to the even more scenic Texas hill country near San Antonio and Austin to give lectures in health seminars. He also hosts the CureZone "Ask Tony Isaacs - featuring Luella May" forum as well as the Yahoo Health Group "Oleander Soup" and he serves as a consultant to the "Utopia Silver Supplement Company".

Learn more: http://www.naturalnews.com/030824_parsley_sage.html#ixzz199MCeUCU

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Survival in Maine

By abraham » Sun Dec 12, 2010 4:12 pm

We have it a little different from any other states here in Maine. The main thing is, you are going to only Maine when you enter because there are no other states that border us when you leave N,H..

We have a rockie coast with limited use.

That said we have wild life, fish and plenty of wood to keep you warm. Survival skills here are a must if you go into the woods. I mean that as any time you do go into the woods. They are not forgiving to the ones that have no savvy of how to get back out. Sure we have rescue teams. Can you live off your items you carry on you? Say one day? Two days?

Before you come here or are a person who has lived here for awhile. carry items to keep you alive for a few days.

I will post later what I feel you need with you. Others if you know what to carry, Please post it here in this thread

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What do you make at home?

Original post by: dressagerider95

One of my projects for the upcoming year is to grow sugar beets and make sugar out of them since that is something that will be really needed. I have lots of other self sufficiency projects but I was just wondering what does everybody here produce at home? ie what could you keep making indefinitely.

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Welcome New Members

Welcome our newest Maine Members:

Firestorm

Hi all. I'm from western Maine and new to the whole prepper thing. Have browsed some posts and find it very informative.

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abraham

Hello to all preppers.

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