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“ON THE INSIDE...” Create your Dream Green Kitchen - Pg. 8 Preventing Salmonella this Thanksgiving - Pg. 16 Making a Safer Home for your Family - Pg. 24
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Create your Dream Green Kitchen
Today's newly remodeled kitchens boast more than just rich hues and shiny appliances - they have an eco-conscious ambiance that marries great style with respect for the environment. Dreaming of a fresh, modern kitchen that is also eco-friendly and strikingly beautiful? Achieving this transformation is more attainable than you may think. Environmental lifestyle expert, Danny Seo, provides these helpful tips on how to add earth-friendly updates to your kitchen:
Refrigerator When searching for a new refrigerator, be sure to look for more than just the Energy Star label to ensure maximum energy efficiency. It is also important the new appliance fits your needs and the size of your kitchen. A larger refrigerator uses more energy. If the one you select is too big for your needs, you will be wasting energy and money.
Blocked wood countertops With their rugged durability and timeless style, butcher block countertops are making a huge comeback. Though typically made from cherry, walnut and oak, greener options, such as high pressure laminate designs made by Wilsonart, can contribute to US Green Building Council LEED accreditation as an eco-friendly material to use in your home. Home Improvement Magazine - Page 8
Flooring For a more sustainable approach to kitchen flooring, there are several options available. If you love the hard, classic appeal of wood, look for reclaimed, recycled or sustainably sourced materials. Bamboo is also a beloved choice among eco-conscious remodelers for its biodegradable nature and high renewability. "Going green at home can be overwhelming, so I always advise people to not sweat the small stuff and focus on the one room of the house where it matters the most: the kitchen," says Seo. "Being kind to the planet in the kitchen can also be kind on your wallet over time, so it's worth it to invest in sustainable upgrades."
Backsplash Recycled materials are the star of the show when looking to add green touches to your backsplash. There are three main types of recycled materials: ceramic, metal and glass. Old bottles and windows make up the materials in glass tile; old plates and clay vases are recycled to become ceramic tile; and those old soda cans become aluminum metal tile. All of these materials come in a variety of shades and styles to fit the look of your dream kitchen. Adding in a new laminate countertop, such as those made by Wilsonart, will complete the look when combined with a beautiful new backsplash. Wilsonart Decorative Metals are a great option.
Dishwasher According to the Environmental Protection Agency, using an Energy Star labeled dishwasher is the most efficient use of energy and water, even more so than hand washing. When looking to update your dishwasher, pay close attention to the EnergyGuide labels, which include the annual estimated costs to run them. This valuable information can help you compare models to find the best fit for your family's needs. A dream kitchen that is both eco-friendly and chic is easier to attain than you think. With a few changes not only will you be smiling, but so too will Mother Earth.
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Prevention of Salmonella this Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is here again, which means turkeys will be the main meal for many American households. It is important to handle your turkey or any other type of poultry very carefully. It may contain Salmonella, a bacteria that can cause food poisoning. Symptoms Usually symptoms are seen in 12–36 hours, but can appear within three hours. Vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, fever and headache are some common symptoms. Although anyone can be affected, the highest incidence of severe illness occurs in children under 5 and the elderly. Treatment Treatment of food poisoning is as simple as rest and plenty of fluids. If you are afflicted with food poisoning, time is your greatest ally. Fever can be treated with acetaminophen (TylenolTM) or ibuprofen (AdvilTM). Remember that aspirin should never be given to children. The main consideration in treatment is to make sure that young children do not get dehydrated; therefore, maintaing sufficient fluids is critical. In nearly all ill patients, an uneventful recovery can be expected. Prevention The best way to prevent food poisoning is to be careful in the preparation and storage of your holiday turkey and all other foods on the menu. One of the most common ways food can be contaminated is through cross contamination. Food or hands come in contact with raw meat and then come in contact with other food. The best way to prevent this is good hand washing and thoroughly washing of all the utensils used. Another important preventative measure is in the way the turkey is actually stored and prepared. It is important to store the turkey in the refrigerator or freezer as soon as possible after purchasing it. The next step is the thawing of the turkey. The safest way to thaw a turkey is in your refrigerator. That method will take anywhere from three to seven days. Cold water thawing will take approximately 5 – 15 hours. Smaller turkeys can be thawed in a microwave. Never thaw the turkey on the counter. At room temperatures, a frozen turkey will thaw from the outside in. As the surface warms, bacteria can multiply to dangerously high levels. Home Improvement Magazine - Page 16
The actual cooking time varies depending on the size of the turkey. The best way to determine if the turkey is fully cooked is to use a meat thermometer. Poultry is completed cooking when the inserted thermometer reaches 185°F. Another method used is to insert a fork into the thigh or breast and check the juices that flow. If the juices are clear the turkey is done. If you plan to stuff your turkey, do it just prior to roasting. Extra cooking time is required for the stuffing to reach the appropriate temperature of 165°F. The final step to prevent food poisoning from your holiday meal is proper storage of leftovers. No food should be left out greater than two hours. Remove the stuffing from the turkey & refrigerate or freeze each separately. Never keep leftovers longer than four days.Throw them out at any time, if they look or smell bad. Also, when reheating leftovers make sure they are heated completely to 165°F. Decreasing the Risk of Food poisoning Following are a few simple tips that will help decrease your family's risk of food poisoning this holiday season. If you have any further questions please call the Poison Center at 800-222-1222.
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