Author: Justin Shelton

Who Led The Witch Trials?

In May 1692, the newly appointed governor of Massachusetts, William Phips, ordered the establishment of a special Court of Oyer (to hear) and Terminer (to decide) on witchcraft cases for Suffolk, Essex and Middlesex counties. Who started the witch trials? Accusations. The trials were started after people had been accused of witchcraft, primarily by teenage […]

Does Garlic React With Drugs?

What drug interactions occur with garlic? Small amounts of garlic that may be eaten as part of the diet are unlikely to cause drug interactions. However, larger amounts as may be taken as supplements may interact with drugs that prevent blood clots (such as warfarin), increasing risk of bleeding. What can you not mix with […]

Does Garlic Help With Nerve Pain?

Like all pain, back pain is caused by inflammation in the body which impacts nerves. Garlic does, in fact, feature anti-inflammatory properties which can be useful for back pain sufferers. Does garlic cause nerve pain? People tend to love garlic or hate it, but few probably associate it with pain. Nonetheless, it turns out that […]

Are Broad Beans Naturally Poisonous?

As it turns out, the toxin Phytohaemagglutinin occurs naturally in several kinds of raw beans, including broad beans, white kidney beans, and red kidney beans. This toxin causes gastroenteritis, an unpleasant condition that sends most folks to the bathroom. Are broad beans poisonous? Vicine is an alkaloid glycoside found mainly in fava beans, which are […]

What Is A Cheer Pike?

Pike. This jump is among the most difficult of jumps. Both legs are straight out, knees locked. Arms are in a touchdown motion out in front to create a folded position in the air, this motion is also called “candlesticks”. What is a pike cheer jump? Pike Cheerleading Jump. The Pike is one of the […]

Do Pike Eat Salmon?

Pike are top-level predators in aquatic food chains and are highly piscivorous (fish eating). Salmon and other fish have evolved in the absence of pike and likely are more vulnerable to pike predation. Pike prefer vegetated, low flow, shallow habitats where they can hide and ambush prey. What fish do Pikes eat most? Their preferred […]

Does Norwegian Salmon Have Parasites?

According to the Norwegian Institute of Marine Research, parasites have never been found in Norwegian salmon intended for human consumption. According to the authoritative scientific study on Norwegian salmon, done by the Norwegian Institute of Marine Research, it concluded that salmon does not contain parasites. Which salmon has parasites? Data cited by the B.C. Centre […]

What Is Special About Norwegian Salmon?

Those who have eaten fresh salmon from Norway must know that it has a clean, sea taste with a moist texture. Available throughout the year and raised in clear waters, this farmed species is able to be eaten raw as it is said to contain no coloring and provides fish oil, vitamins and minerals, as […]

What Is Pike Spike?

Spike the Pike is a nine section hard body bait, fitted with quality hooks, and a realistic pattern that sets this apart from the rest. What’s the difference between a spike and a pike? A head on a spike (also described as a head on a pike, a head on a stake, or a head […]

What Is A Back Pike In Gymnastics?

1. A pike is a type of position in which the gymnast keeps their legs straight and bends forward at the waist. What is a pike in gymnastics? The pike position in gymnastics is a position in which you jump into the air bent at the waist with straight legs out. The pike position is […]

Where Is Aldi Salmon Farmed?

Many of our customers want their fish and seafood to come from sustainable sources and certified aquaculture is a sustainable alternative to wild fishing. ALDI SOUTH Germany visited a certified salmon farm in Norway to find out more. Where does Aldi’s salmon come from? Seafood.” due to the fact that Aldi reportedly sources its Salmon […]

Why Do Broad Beans Turn Water Red?

So I checked, and it turns out that the skins of most legume seeds, favas included, are rich in the same proanthocyanidins. New theory! Colorless proanthocyanidins in bean seedcoats release fragments into the cooking water, and these are what turn the water pink. Why is my bean water red? Why Is Water Red After Cooking […]

Should You Remove Salmon Skin?

You should remove the skin when you’re poaching or slow-roasting salmon—it will never get crispy in liquid and end up with a gummy, unpleasant texture. If you do want to leave it on, just discard it before eating. Is it OK to eat the skin on salmon? Can You Eat Salmon Skin? Salmon skin is […]

Can Grocery Store Salmon Be Used For Sushi?

Can you use store-bought salmon for sushi? Store-bought salmon is acceptable for sushi as long as it has been previously frozen and labeled “sushi-grade” or “sashimi-grade” or “for raw consumption”. But previously frozen, farm-raised salmon is also safe because farmed salmon is not typically susceptible to parasites. Can you eat regular salmon for sushi? Yes. […]