Collagen is a protein that helps keep skin, bones and tendons strong and healthy. It is important for blood vessel health and prevents atherosclerosis. Meat and fish that contain connective tissues, gelatin, and broth made by boiling bones and meat over several hours are all rich in collagen. The presence of glycine in every third position and high concentrations of proline, hydroxyproline and interchain hydrogen bonding stabilize the three left-handed polyproline ...
Read MoreClear aligners are almost invisible, unlike standard braces. They can be easily removed for eating, drinking and brushing teeth. Cost Invisalign costs less than traditional braces. The cost of Invisalign can vary depending on individual oral health requirements and treatment goals. If you need to fix only a few crooked teeth or if the bite is just slightly misaligned then the process should be quick and simple. A more complex malocclusion can ...
Read MoreFestivals are all a matter of spontaneity. But there's something you shouldn't leave to chance - your festival drinks. If you get it right, you'll be gin fueled and chugging through the weekend. Get it wrong, and you'll spend the festival in a haze of Rekorderlig and soggy cider. Pineberry Cold Brew In the realm of berries, strawberries and blueberries reign supreme, but there's a rare fruit that has been catching the eye ...
Read MoreBathroom Floors of River Rock
You may or may not have noticed in my last post a comment thread between me and a reader about her shower. She is updating her bathroom and had a few questions, so I wanted to show her some pictures to (hopefully) give her some ideas 🙂 Right now, I’m going to address the flooring, as she is contemplating river rock. When people hear river rock, sometimes an image is conjured up ...
Read MoreGold for How Much???
When doing a post, I usually do a lot of research and work on multiple projects at one time, which is why it takes me so darn long to do one measly post! I also like to ponder my projects (I can’t tell you how many mistakes I would have made if I hadn’t thought about some of these for a long time!) and try out materials to make sure ...
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