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1. A Look at Sisal: Sisal area rugs have sound absorbing and anti-static qualities. October 10, 2008 Some people think that sisal is the name of a plant that sisal area rugs come from. Actually, sisal is the name for the long fibers that comes from the spiky, sword-like leaves of the agave plant. Although the agave plant grows in many parts of the world, the places with ideal growing conditions are Brazil, parts of Asia and Eastern Africa. The best quality sisal fiber is said to come from Kenya and Tanzania. Tanzania produces over 20,000 tons of sisal fiber each year. Sisal can be dyed into bright vibrant colors, making it a popular material for carpeting and area rugs. ... (read more) Author: Mike Dennis

2. How Tequila Came into such Common Use? July 14, 2008 The origin of tequila began with the Aztec populace making a fermented drink from the agave plant which they called octli (afterward and more commonly called pulque). This happened long before the Spanish arrived in 1521. After that, in the 16th century when the Spaniards arrived in Mexico, the Conquistadors brought the development of cleansing with them and the citizens of Tequila were rapid to locate it to good use. They were aware that the blue agave plant included sugars that might be fermented. As soon as the Spanish conquistadors ran out of their personal brandy, they started to condense... (read more) Author: Eddy Patterson

3. Agave Development in Austin Real Estate March 12, 2008 Modern housing is on the rise in Austin, making it easier for the modernist to move into a brand new home, instead of waiting for a mid century A.D. Stenger to come on the market. Six miles east on Martin Luther King Blvd, the Agave residential development is finishing up its first round of homes. Touted as “Austin’s premier contemporary residential development,” all of Agave’s 160 homes will be built with a modern flair. Agave is actually the third phase of Sendero Hills, with the first two set up for low to middle income homeowners, with Agave geared towards the middle class. In ... (read more) Author: Dane Smith

4. Kootenay Gold Awaits Results on a New Treasure of the Sierra Madre at Promontorio, Sonora October 24, 2007 There are three things the Sonoran Desert demands from those who seek to make their living from it: resilience, resourcefulness, and a long time horizon. These qualities are embodied by one of the Sonora’s most famous denizens– the agave, or century plant. After years of marshalling its energy reserves in its sharp leaves, the agave drives up a long spike and flowers spectacularly. It’s an apt scenario for Kootenay Gold’s (TSX.V:KTN) management and shareholders, as they await Phase I drilling results on the company’s Promontorio Silver Project in Sonora State, Mexico. The company has focu... (read more) Author: Christina de Wit

5. How to Clean a Sisal Rug October 05, 2007 Sisal rugs, derived from Agave Sisalana plant fibers in Central America, get stained, soiled and stepped on just like any other rug. Cleaning a sisal rug is easier than it looks-or sounds! (Sisal is pronounced see-szal or sai-szal.) Just bear in mind the following tips, and you too can have a sparkling clean yet ruggedly natural sisal rug. Sisal is harvested and stripped for their durable fibers, thus making an extremely flexible, strong rug. But while your rug may be hearty, it can still be affected by external forces. When it comes to cleaning, clean your rug with care to avoid surface ... (read more) Author: Nadia Osman

6. Benefits of Xylitol November 02, 2006 Xylitol is a healthy substitution for sugar. The pleasant cooling effects of Xylitol are indeed effective along with its better cooling effect. Xylitol is usually called wood sugar. Usually, xylitol can be absorbed from birch, raspberries and plums. Xylitol is also used as sugar substitutes as it tastes quite similar like sugar. Xylitol can be used as sweeteners as well. It is a tooth friendly sugar substitute which is usually used as recent researches shows that it has a plaque reducing component within it. As xylitol is a low calorie substitute for sugar, it has been used extensively by the ... (read more) Author: Mike Singh

7. Organic Ingredients For Life October 19, 2006 Organic ingredients enhance better health conditions and these are highly important during early years. Even for a vegetarian it may be difficult to intake enough food. Sometimes it becomes difficult for a vegetarian to intake enough amount of fibers but for children there are tastier ways of having healthier foods. As these health bars are made up of organic ingredients, they help in better growth of the children. Many functional ingredients are used for making these health bars more organic-ingredient rich. Made with certified organic ingredients, these bars usually contain 14g of fiber in e... (read more) Author: Mike Singh

8. Benefits Of Organic Farming October 19, 2006 Organic farming is a different sort of farming practice which is different from the conventional farming. With organic farming, better and healthy food ingredients can be cultivated. The whole process of organic farming is natural. Basically, the organic farmers deal with the farmlands in a much careful manner. The organic farmers spend lots of time in improving their land. Soil combination and positioning are two key ingredients of organic gardening. There are certain benefits of organic gardening. With strong commitment to the lands, the organic farmers improve the agricultural processes. So... (read more) Author: Mike Singh

9. Organic Nut's Benefits October 18, 2006 Nuts are highly nutritious and healthy, easier to digest and their nutrients are more readily available if they are first soaked overnight in water and then dried. Organic nuts are sold in different forms; the systematic production is also carried out with special care. Few organic nuts are used as heart-healthy as of certain types of dried fruits and nuts that are high in antioxidants. Again, organic nuts helps to combat arthiritis. Snacks with extra vitamins for children are also popular. Organic nuts like organic almonds, organic cashews, organic pecans, organic walnut, organic pistachios, ... (read more) Author: Mike Singh

10. All about Vanilla Extracts and Flavors October 18, 2006 For little more than a hundred years, vanilla extracts had been commercially available. At present vanilla is widely available at convenience stores, supermarkets and fancy gourmet shops. Vanilla is now an essential food ingredient. Organic vanilla extracts are nowadays in high demend.Over 250 organic components create the most complex tastes in the world. The unique taste and aroma are essentially characteristic of vanilla. Organic vanilla extracts are cultivated throughout the world and across several countries. For preparing better organic vanilla, exact organic ingredients are required to ... (read more) Author: Mike Singh

11. Macadamia Nut Oil Benefits October 12, 2006 Macadamia Nut oil is truly healthy and has become famous among the chefs across the world. The chefs are using the oil as it has better taste and healthy ingredients. Macadamia Nut oil can be used for preparing omelets, pancakes and baked goods. It is also widely in use as a substitute of olive oil. Its stability and versatility are two of the main reasons for which chefs all across the world are using Macadamia Nut oil. Again this oil can be used in low carbohydrate based diet. As the oil is derived from nuts, there are several good points for using the oil. So the macadamia nut oil is consid... (read more) Author: Mike Singh

12. Functional Wheat Proteins October 12, 2006 Functional wheat Proteins can be effectively used for improving the traditional wheat products. Wheat gluten is an important source of plant protein. With the innovation of modern food processing technologies, integrated procedures have facilitated the growth of these functional wheat proteins. For effective and better production, all the latest technologies are used during the research. Special wheat proteins are immensely used to enhance better taste and yield better food value. So, the improved foods, different from traditional ones with the qualities of the traditional foods are now in hig... (read more) Author: Mike Singh

13. Sweet and Amazing Agaves July 12, 2006 Plants that store substantial quantities of water in their enlarged and fleshy leaves, stems or roots are commonly termed as succulent plants. The Agave is one such succulent plant which like the aloe vera, has a greater quantity of parenchyma tissue and thereby, can store substantial amount of fluids. The agave, belonging to the botanical family of Agavaceae, is primarily a Mexican plant which also occurs frequently in southern and western parts of the United States and tropical regions of South America. The thick, fleshy leaves of the agave plant ends in sharp points and are characterized by... (read more) Author: Mike Singh

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