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Can you get high off of almond extract?

Can you get high off of almond extract? Extracts are usually made using alcohol and have a high alcohol content for their size; alcohol WILL make you intoxicated if you swallow enough of it. You can read on the packaging or the bottle of extract how much alcohol is in it. Extracts are not meant to be used as beverages and taste awful. How much almond extract can kill you? Can almond extract kill you? It doesn't take much hydrogen cyanide to kill you. Specifically, it only takes about 100-200 mg of cyanide, when eaten, to kill you within minutes...

Miscellaneous

How many potatoes do you get per acre?

How many potatoes do you get per acre? Farmers are harvesting between 24,500 and 61,000 pounds of potato per acre (State average). Some farmers may have much higher yields, and some much lower. How much does it cost to grow an acre of potatoes? Based on the assumptions used, the estimated full production cost is $5,577 per acre for Russet Burbank potatoes and $5,590 per acre for Russet Norkotah potatoes. How profitable is growing potatoes? Organic potatoes yielded an average of 21,200 pounds per acre over all three varieties, while conventional methods averaged 32,800 pounds per acre. For example, returns...

Miscellaneous

Are potatoes high in starch?

Are potatoes high in starch? Potatoes are an excellent part of a balanced diet because they are a great source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, folate, potassium and manganese (50). Summary: Although potatoes are high in starch compared to most vegetables, they're also rich in vitamins and minerals. Why are potatoes filled with starch? All plants and animals rely on photosynthesis for their supply of energy. So, you might have guessed that the starch in the potato comes from photosynthesis. (In fact, starch is a big molecule (polymer) made up from many glucose molecules linked together). What potato has the...

Q&A

What should my pool readings be?

What should my pool readings be? A pool that is "balanced" has proper levels of pH, Total Alkalinity, and Calcium Hardness. These are: pH: 7.2-7.8, Total Alkalinity: 80-120 ppm, Calcium Hardness, 180-220 ppm and Cyanuric Acid (Stabilizer): 30-50 ppm. Chlorine levels should remain constant in the 1-3 ppm range. What is the ideal chlorine reading for a pool? between 1.0 and 3.0 parts per million Regardless of how frequently or what system you use to add chlorine to the water, the chlorine level should stay between 1.0 and 3.0 parts per million (ppm) to maintain a healthy pool. Anything higher...

Tips

Should you cover your outdoor pool?

Should you cover your outdoor pool? Spa and Pool Covers Save Energy, Water and Money Although you keep your swimming pool clean and maintain the equipment, getting a cover for that pool will cut down on energy use and costs, evaporation, and save you time. It's just one of those things that, sooner or later, you're going to have to buy. Is it important to cover your pool? Cover Your Bases: Swimming Pool Cover Benefits Conserve water by reducing evaporation. Reduce chemical consumption by reducing water evaporation. The less you water you need to add, the fewer chemicals you will...

Guidelines

What is a healthy alternative to table salt?

What is a healthy alternative to table salt? Potassium chloride is a metal halide salt which may be a good substitute for table salt. Unlike sodium, people have a deficiency of potassium, which can be met by replacing table salt with potassium chloride. What are alternatives in cooking rather than using salt? “Low-sodium broth can help you control how much salt you add to dishes like soups, stews, and chili," she says. Plus, it can also be an alternative way to add flavor to other dishes as well. Add low-sodium broth to mashed potatoes, or use it to cook whole...

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Will a solar blanket heat my pool?

Will a solar blanket heat my pool? Solar Blankets will add heat to the pool to a greater or lesser degree, depending on 1) amount of surface coverage and 2) amount of direct daily sunshine. For a pool that is completely covered by a solar blanket, and one that gets at least 6 hours of direct sunlight on the pool, a 10-15 degree F gain is not unusual. How big is a solar blanket for a pool? The sun rays could heat the light weight blanket in minutes. Sizes available are 1feet, 1feet for metal frame pools and 1by feet...

Miscellaneous

When do you need to replace a power cord?

When do you need to replace a power cord? Assess the damage to the plug and cord while the appliance is unplugged. If only the plug prongs are bent or snapped, start by replacing the plug. If the cord itself is frayed or has exposed wiring, you’ll need to replace the entire electrical cord. Replacing only the plug could leave you open to electrical shock. Can a cloth cord be replaced with a cloth plug? Cutting into a cloth cord to remove the plug may release those fibers into the air. If your cord is not cloth or fabric, examine...

Tips

What are the error codes on my hot tub?

What are the error codes on my hot tub? Today, I want to talk about two error codes that we get on the top site display. One is FLO and the other is FLC. These two errors deal with the flow going through the heater and the pressure switch. The first thing that you want to do if you get these error codes, is actually take your breaker and turn it off and then turn it back on. Why do I get a Flo error on my hot tub? Another thing that you want to check is your skimmer and...

Guidelines

How much salt do I add to my above ground pool?

How much salt do I add to my above ground pool? But how much salt should you add to your pool to keep your system running efficiently? Ideally, you should aim for your above ground or inground pool to have approximately 3,200 ppm (parts per million). Can above ground pools be salt water? Simply put, steel and aluminum above ground pools are not compatible with saltwater systems. Even when such pools have protective coatings, they remain far too vulnerable to corrosion and oxidation. The only type of above ground pools compatible with saltwater sanitation systems are those made from resin....