July 20th, 2007 at 11:07 am
(Uncategorized, Food)
Next time you take a bite of a juicy red apple, stop and think. Did you grow it in your own garden? If it`s so, you are lucky. Did you buy it at the nearest supermarket? The chances are that soon, that apple could be a genetically modified apple. Many products on the shelves of our supermarkets already contain genetically engineered ingredients and many more are ready to be introduced over the next few years.
What is genetic modification? Scientists have been playing around with the genetic structure of foods such as fruit and vegetables, soya and corn. They wanted to create nicer-looking, longer-lasting and more nutritional foods. Genetically modified food is created by taking DNA from one organism and putting it into another. Nowadays people feel that there has not been enough research done into this genetic change and that our entire food chain could be in danger. The most unpleasant fact is that once released into environment genetic mistakes cannot be cleaned up, but will be passed on to all future generations.
Consumers should not be guinea pigs for untested food substances. 70 per cent of consumers both in Europe and the USA don`t want to buy and eat genetically modified food. Many people want labeling of any food of this sort. The matter is that our natural crops are being crossed with bacteria, viruses and genes from fish and animals to make them bigger, stronger and better. Potatoes have been engineered with chicken genes to increase resistance to disease and tomatoes have had fish genes added to make them less delicate in the cold temperature of fridges. If you want to avoid genetically modified foods, eat organic foods and cut down on processed foods. You can also check with individual companies, who may supply you with a list of their products which contain genetically modified ingredients. It`s up to you to decide. It`s your choice and your health.
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July 10th, 2007 at 6:08 pm
(Uncategorized, autos, jeeps)
Jeeps always attract people due to power, design and passion. There were times when concept of car like SUVs didn’t exist but concepts changed with passage of time. People started to like Car like SUVs. Although many automobile giants tried to introduce something like car-type-jeeps but they resembled to trucks. I can say Grand Cherokee and Grand Wagoner are not car-like SUVs though manufacturers tried to make these just like cars. Jeep Compass is the best representative of Car-like SUVs. There are few differences between cars and Jeep Compass. In other words if you need a car which should has power of Jeep then Jeep Compass is the best choice for you. Jeep Compass has been introduced in may other areas of world and has been appreciated a lot. With extra storage capacity and power, Jeep Compass is the best vehicle for anyone on this planet.
Power in Action
Jeep Compass is equipped with 2.4L 4-cylinder engine capable of generating maximum power of 172 hp @ 6000 rpm. This powerful engine can carry 2000 lbs and even more (If managed properly) but you can carry unmanaged 1000 lbs. You can go a little out of control as Jeep Compass has efficient ESP system which can control your vehicle in bad times but be careful because there is nothing better than human brain.
Models
‘07 Compass Sport starts at MSRP* $16,110 with following standard features
• Available Continuously Variable Transaxle (CVT2)
• Available 2.0-liter I-4 engine‡ with 158 horsepower
• Standard side-curtain airbags, ESP†and ABS
• Standard 17-inch cast aluminum wheels
07 Compass Limited starts at MSRP* $20,860 with following features
• Available Continuously Variable Transaxle (CVT2)
• Standard front-wheel drive
• Leather-trimmed, heated bucket seats
• Standard 18-inch cast-aluminum wheels
Storage Capacity
UltraFloor is excellent for storage and it is removable for cleaning and washing purposes. You can even fold rear seats to put some extra luggage. There is lot more space for your personal storage.
Comparisons with other SUVs
Jeep Compass can be compared with other popular SUVs of the time like Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, Saturn Vue, Kia Sportage, and Subaru Forester. Jeep Compass is available in either front wheel drive or full four wheel drive options.
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