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BENEFITS OF LEMON PEELS

Lemon juice is vital for many of its uses at home, plus it has real healing power. After use of the fruit or the juice, keep the peels, as they have some uses. (Freezing them is a great option!) Lemons provide a natural remedy to some ailments and they are also helpful for in cleaning, beauty care, and cooking — plus they smell great. The juice left in the rind of the fruit can be helpful in lightening age spots and for cooking in the kitchen. Lemons have antibacterial properties that make it very useful for clean cutting boards and other surfaces. Some  other  uses  of  lemon  peels  are  - Reduces Cholesterol in the Body Lemon peels are also effective at reducing the cholesterol levels in the body, ensuring that the heart has a better chance of maintaining a healthy state. This is also due to the high levels of flavonoids present in the peels. Less cholesterol in the body means better well being. Remove Odo...

CUTE FEAURES CREATED BY GENE MUTATION

Our genes determine our physical characteristics such as height, weight, and skin color. These genes sometimes experience mutations that alter the physical traits observed. Gene mutations are changes that occur in the segments of DNA that compose a gene. These changes can be inherited from our parents through sexual reproduction or acquired throughout our lifetime. While some mutations can lead to diseases or death, others may have no negative impact on or may even benefit an individual.  Other mutations can produce traits that are  cute.  Some  cute features caused by gene mutations. Dimples.   Dimples are a genetic trait that causes the skin and muscles to form indentations in the cheeks. Dimples can occur in either one or both cheeks. Dimples are typically an inherited trait passed down from parents to their children. The mutated genes that cause dimples are found within the sex...

GENES AND GENETIC INHERITANCE

Genes are segments of DNA located on chromosomes that contain the instructions for protein production. Scientists estimate that humans have as many as 25,000 genes. Genes exist in more than one form. These alternative forms are called alleles and there are typically two alleles for a given trait. Alleles determine distinct traits that can be passed on from parents to offspring. The process by which genes are transmitted was discovered by Gregor Mendel and formulated in what is known as Mendel's law of segregation. Gene Transcription Genes contain the genetic codes, or sequences of nucleotide bases in nucleic acids, for the production of specific proteins. The information contained within DNA is not directly converted to proteins, but must first be transcribed in a process called DNA transcription . This process takes place within the nucleus of our cells. Actual protein production takes place in the cytoplasm of our cells through a process called translation. ...

HOW TO RECOGNIZE SCAM WEBSITES

It can sometimes feel we have scams coming at us from every direction including phone calls, email messages, text messages and websites. Luckily, it is not too hard to spot a fake website once you are armed with a little bit of knowledge. The biggest clue to whether or not a website is legit may be how you got there. A common lure to fraudulent websites is through email, sometimes cleverly concealed as a warning about a breach in  These emails heighten our sense of security and then use that paranoia against us. But email isn't the only way we are lured to these websites. Social media has become a scammer's best friend, so you should always be a little wary when coming to a website from Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or other popular social media sites. Always be wary of links in email messages, especially security notices that warn your account may be disabled or hacked. Do not click on links from generic-sounding messages like "this is great" or ...

CREATING A SECURE PASS WORD

  To create a secure password that is easy for you to remember, follow these simple steps: Do Not Use Personal Information You should never use personal information as a part of your password. It is very easy for someone to guess things like your last name, pet's name, child's birth date and other similar details. Do Not Use Real Words There are tools available to help attackers guess your password. With today's computing power, it doesn't take long to try every word in the dictionary and find your password, so it is best if you do not use real words for your password. Mix Different Character Types You can make a password much more secure by mixing different types of characters. Use some uppercase letters along with lowercase letters, numbers and even special characters such as '&' or '%'. Use A Passphrase Rather th an trying to remember a password created using various character...

HARMONES AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

A hormone is a specific molecule that acts as a chemical messenger in the endocrine system. Hormones are produced by specific organs and glands and are secreted into the blood or other body fluids. Most hormones are carried by the circulatory system to different areas of the body, where they influence specific cells and organs. Hormones regulate various biological activities including growth; development; reproduction; energy use and storage; and water and electrolyte balance. Hormone Signaling Hormones that are circulated in the blood come in contact with a number of cells. However, they only influence certain target cells. Target cells have specific receptors for a specific hormone. Target cell receptors can be located on the surface of the cell membrane or inside of the cell. When a hormone binds to a receptor, it causes changes within the cell that influence cellular function. This type of hormone signa...

Pituitary Gland

The pituitary gland is a small endocrine organ that controls a multitude of important functions in the body. It is divided into an anterior lobe, intermediate zone, and posterior lobe, all of which are involved in either hormone production or hormone secretion.  The pituitary gland is termed the "Master Gland" because it directs other organs and endocrine glands to either suppress or induce hormone production. Hypothalamus-Pituitary Complex The pituitary gland and hypothalamus are closely connected both structurally and functionally. The hypothalamus is an important brain structure that has both nervous system and endocrine system function. It serves as a link between the two systems translating nervous system messages into endocrine hormon es. The posterior pituitary is composed of axons that extend from the neurons of the hypothalamus. The posterior pituitary also stores hypothalmic hormones. Blood vessel connections between the hypothalamus and...