Author: Justin Shelton

How Do You Harvest Plantain Weeds?

Plantain is easy to harvest — just pull leaves by their stems from the plant. If you capture the stem along with the leaf, it makes it easier to hang and dry. Otherwise, you can just pull off leaves. Don’t forget the seed heads, since they are also known to have medicinal value. How do […]

Where Do Plantain Weeds Grow?

Plantain, known as Plantago major, grows all over North America and around the world. It is commonly found in yards and gardens where pesticides aren’t used. Chances are, if you’re a Climate Victory Gardener, you’ve come across this plant. Where is plantain commonly found? Two groups of plantains are thought to have a common origin: […]

Are There Seeds In Plantains?

Plantain and banana trees that are in cultivation are hybrids known as polyploids. They don’t produce seeds because of the same mechanism that occurs in seedless watermelons. So if you were to take off the flowers, you would still get fruit. In fact, some cultures eat the flower parts and later they enjoy the fruits. […]

Is Chard More Bitter Than Kale?

The taste is the biggest difference. Kale is an acquired taste, and not everyone enjoys its strong, earthy, slightly bitter flavor. Chard is significantly milder and much more approachable. Whats better kale or chard? Swiss Chard And mustard greens holds its own by having the least amount of calories and slightly more protein and calcium […]

Why Mackerel Has No Swim Bladder?

Alternatively, to swim downwards, they will release air from the swim bladder. The mackerel has no such organ, as it uses a passive gill ventilation form of breathing, swimming along with mouth open and gill chambers expanded, so that water flows through the gills. Is mackerel a pelagic fish? Oceanic pelagic fish typically inhabit waters […]

Where Can I Find Mackerel In Solent?

No Mans Land Fort and Horse Sand Fort stand either side of the main channel into the Eastern Solent. Both can be excellent mackerel and bass marks, if you drift with care around the forts. Where is the best place to catch mackerel? The best places to catch mackerel are piers and rocks, both of […]

Does Green Beans Cause Gases?

Beans contain high amounts of a complex sugar called raffinose, which the body has trouble breaking down. Beans are also rich in fiber, and a high intake of fiber can increase gassiness. Can green beans give you gas? Can cause flatulence in some people. In some people, beans can cause flatulence, stomach pain, or bloating. […]

Are Green Beans High In Carbs?

Green Beans They are a member of the legume family, along with beans and lentils. However, they have significantly fewer carbs than most legumes. A one-cup (125-gram) serving of cooked green beans contains 10 grams of carbs, 4 of which are fiber (31). Are green beans OK on keto? Green beans and black soybeans are […]

How Many King Mackerel Can You Keep?

Recreational King mackerel The entire Gulf group has a 3 fish per person bag limit year-round. In the Atlantic group from New York through Georgia there is a 3 fish per person bag limit year-round. In the Atlantic group off Florida, there is a 2 fish per person bag limit year-round. What is the limit […]

Are Green Beans A Vegetable Or Starch?

When you take a good look at the vegetable subgroups, green beans are counted as “other vegetables,” and green peas are counted as “starchy vegetables.” The reason is simple: The types of vegetables in the beans and peas category have a different nutritional makeup than what you find in green beans and green peas. Are […]

Are Green Beans A Diuretic?

Green beans with its strong diuretic properties can serve as a great detox and help rid your body from unwanted toxins. Green beans pack abundant amounts of calcium and heart protective flavonoids. Why are green beans not good for you? Green beans contain no cholesterol. Although your body needs some cholesterol for healthy cell growth, […]

How Do You Use Mackerel As Bait?

Cocktail Baits: Mackerel are a popular choice to use in cocktail baits. One of the most common uses is to use a small section of mackerel to tip off a ragworm or lugworm bait. The combination of wriggling worm and the extra scent from the oily mackerel can often prove more effective than using a […]

How Do You Open A Mackerel?

Take a sharp knife and fully slice open the belly cavity, where fish has been gutted, opening it down to the tail. Cut the fins off with kitchen scissors then slice off the tail and head. The bones will keep the fish from opening fully, but put the fish cavity-side down on a board, with […]