Portalos Tech News : Samsung Asks to See Apple's Next iPhone And iPad

Samsung Asks to See Apple's Next iPhone And iPad

In turn, pulled from the event, Samsung's legal team has asked Apple to deliver next-generation version of the iPhone and iPad to ensure the future of the device itself will not be subject to infringement claims as the company currently faces as part of a lawsuit from Apple last month.
This motion was filed on Friday with U.S. District Court in San Jose, California, and discovered by This Is My Next, ask the court to make Apple give an example of the "final version, the commercial" of the iPhone and iPad, along with any retail packaging products enters again, this is not a product that was announced, they are mentioned in the filing as "4S iPhone," "iPhone 5," "iPad 3," and "third generation iPad."
The news comes a week after Apple filed campaign to see the final production samples of a number of products, although it has never been released, Samsung products, including Galaxy Tab 10.1 and 8.9 tablets, and smartphones like the Galaxy S II, Droid Charge, and 4G Infusion . The idea behind it is to evaluate whether these devices will fall under the same claim of infringement, intellectual-property Apple has placed on Samsung devices such as S Nexus, Captivate, Continuum.
Nilay Patel, of This Is My Next, note that as with Apple's handling of requests to see the product released Samsung, Samsung requests asking just that, and not the company's product team, is allowed to see the Apple device. That said, the retaliation that prey on the element of surprise, historically one of Apple's greatest strengths when introducing new products.
The lawsuit against Samsung, back in April, alleged that Samsung has copied Apple's mobile devices both in terms of user interface and design features. Apple also stated that the Samsung device in question violate Apple's patents, and result in unfair competition. Samsung hit back by launching a wave of patent infringement claims targeting Apple products in many countries.
This case continues to arouse intense interest from spectators tech. While the two companies compete, Apple and Samsung have historically been close business partners, with Apple Samsung utilizes a number of components in various devices. Nevertheless, the relationship did not hold Samsung and telecommunications group of the target.

Portalos Healthy News : The Food Guide Pyramid

The Food Guide Pyramid

New picture, is expected to be introduced Thursday, is intended to help remind Americans to make healthy food choices.

"We suspect that it will be divided into several sections that will show how much of various types of food you should eat.

USDA said in a statement this week that the new food icon will become "part of a comprehensive nutrition communication initiative that provides consumers with easy to understand the recommendations, a new web site with expanded information, and other tools and resources.

Food Guide Pyramid was introduced in 1992 and was replaced in 2005 by MyPyramid.

"Pyramid, to make it more subtle, are not considered as major public health success, It was confusing and divided into many parts of the complex."

The original version is widely recognized hierarchy pyramid shows food groups. Grains, vegetables and fruits are represented in the bottom of the pyramid, suggesting it should be eaten frequently. Food to be consumed in moderation in part, such as fat, dairy products and meat, is the top icon.

Version 2005 has been vertical, not horizontal, the blocks represent different food groups. It also has a figure stepped into the side of the pyramid, given the consumers of the need for training.

Portalos News : Top United States Weopons Company Hacked

Top United States Weopons Company Hacked

Some hackers make cyber attacks to Lockheed Martin, a technology company that manufactures many of the major tools the United States weapons systems. However, the company partners the United States Department of Defense (Pentagon), it mentions secrets which are maintained in safe condition.

As quoted by the Associated Press, the attack is relatively significant and threatening. This attack led to Lockheed Martin, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and the Pentagon, has confirmed that about cyber attacks. Lieutenant Colonel April Cunningham of the Pentagon says there is no impact on the Pentagon.

"The impact is minimal. We also do not expect any adverse impact," said Cunningham.

However, cyber attacks against Lockheed Martin makes the U.S. more aware of national defense data. A spokesman for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Chris Ortman, said the company and the Pentagon to work with the company in anticipation of another attack.

"We will make recommendations to anticipate another attack," said Ortman.

Meanwhile, Lockheed Martin said the cyber attacks were detected on 21 May, it is anticipated it all. The result, "Our system is still safe No data about users of our services, programs, or data taken our employees .."

However, as yet known in detail about the attack and the intended target. Both Lockheed Martin or federal investigators are not willing to explain.

Portalos Football : Manchester United's Hopes Of Luck Against Barcelona in Champions League

Manchester United's Hopes Of Luck Against Barcelona in Champions League

Former Manchester United player Teddy Sheringham believes the Champions League final action, an early day, will run a lot. But Sheringham believes Manchester United that would eventually lift the trophy.

Sheringham even very sure miracle at Camp Nou in the Champions League final 1999 will be repeated at Wembley later. At that time, Manchester United beat Bayern Munich 2-1 after the first left goal by Mario Basler.

And the miracle at Camp Nou in the injury time when Sheringham and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer scored two goals for Manchester United lift the trophy grandest ensure inter-club Blue Continent.

"In the final 1999 at the Camp Nou, Bayern Munich dictate to us for 89 minutes. Especially after Mario Basler made Bayern ahead in the early minutes," recalls Sheringham reported by Goal, Saturday, May 28, 2011.

"I have equalized the 90th minute, and Ole Gunnar Solkasjer, who was nicknamed the baby-faced assassin, determines the victory of the Red Devils," said Sheringham.

Sheringham itself is very sure if the duel at Wembley will be more stringent than the final two years ago in Rome. At that time, Manchester United player had to give up the trophy was appointed Lionel Messi cs.

"I believe Barca back line will be busy watching all the action, and not brave enough to rise to help the attack. I would not be surprised if winning this match was decided in injury time, and Manchester United who lifted the trophy," he added.

On that occasion, Sheringham also provide input to the team made by Sir Alex Ferguson, "Sometimes, MU too worried about Lionel Messi, Xavi and Andres Iniesta. All three are great players, but they can not do anything when Barcelona play half the field along action. "

Portalos Tech News-Samsung SDI Says Plans $2 Billion Solar Battery Investment

Samsung SDI Says Plans $2 Billion Solar Battery Investment

Samsung SDI said on Friday it would invest 2.2 trillion won($ 2 billion) in the development of solar battery business in 2015 to produce 3.5 trillion won revenue from new business development  took over from affiliated companies Samsung Electronics.

Solar batteries account for 1 in 5 regions of the Samsung Group has been identified as the next driver of growth last year together with car batteries, light emitting diode (LED), medical equipment and health business. The group is planning to invest a total of 23 trillion won in the new development a  business solar battery.

it has Since it acquired the local ultrasonic medical equipment maker Medison and formed a venture with Quintiles 300 billion won drug manufacturers, who on Friday will start construction in Korean biopharmaceutical plant for commercial production from April 2013.

The group flagship company, Samsung Electronics, said on Friday it would transfer its solar battery operation to Samsung SDI for 161 billion won to focus on its core business.

Samsung SDI, which also makes rechargeable batteries and plasma flat screens, said the aim to secure 8% of the global market of solar battery in 2015.

Tech-Portalos News: Amazon Opens Up Mac Downloads Stores

Amazon Opens Up Mac Downloads Stores

In the middle of litigation with Apple over the use of the term "AppStore" for its mobile application store, today Amazon launched two new digital download store for Mac software.

Amazon's new store, picked up by The Loop, includes games and applications. Overall, Amazon's got 252 pieces of software to be sold, most of which is the application versus the title game.

Just like Apple Mac App Store, which is how the company sells both its own software and third-party Mac, Amazon users can redownload the application if they somehow misplace a file. However, unlike with Apple's offerings, that there is no mechanism to keep the application up to date - something Amazon has been submitted to the software maker. Some applications are also bundled with DRM or serial authentication number, the latter of which is not a concern on the Mac App Store.

So far there’s are already some software that can not be found on the Mac App Store, including Microsoft Office for Mac 2011, which is being promoted heavily. Microsoft has long offered it as a digital download through its own stores, but not on Apple Mac App Store.

Google Introduces Mobile Payment, Service Coupons

Google introduces mobile payment, service coupons

Google introduces mobile payment, service coupons

GoogleToday  introduced the Google Wallet and Google offer at an event in New York City.

The company says it plans to bring all parts of the retail experience together to create "the best shopping experience tomorrow," said Google Vice President of Commerce for Stephanie Tilenius.

The Services will combine coupons and discounts and payment when people buy goods through their phone. Wow fantastic.

Joint service would work like this: Coupon for items you buy regularly will appear on your phone, or the item you are shopping outside the store will appear at the phone and let you buy goods online. When you go to a store cashier, you can wave your phone over the terminal, which will charge your card. While loyalty points with the merchant that will be added to your phone. Finally, acceptance will be sent to your phone.

The first phone will be able to perform the service this is the Android-based Nexus S, which has the NFC chip is made by the NXP. This can make payments via MasterCard PayPass system. This system uses NFC, or near field communication, technology. NFC chip technology is that, when placed in two different devices, allowing a small amount of data sent over a very short distance between them. This can include data such as credit card information, train tickets info, and bar code coupons. All Android phone of the future will contain the NFC chip, Google said today.

Google Wallet will not come out until this summer's official, but meanwhile it will be several local trials in San Francisco and New York City before it developed into more cities. Retailer of the first participant will Macy's, Subway, Walgreens, Toys "R" Us,, Bloomingdale's, Guess, and Noah's Bagels. For payment service, Google is partnering with Sprint, MasterCard, Citi, and FirstData.

Google Wallet will support multiple cards, Citi and Mastercard, and prepaid cards are funded by credit card. Further card brands will come, according to Telenius. Google says loading the card in the phone is safer than physical wallet thanks to smartphone password and encryption on the phone.

Google also introduced, a daily transaction services to be delivered to customers in an e-mail or telephone. As the payment system, to redeem this coupon customers can show the cashier at the store or tap their phone to pay.

China drives Porsche record as Cayenne wait means buying a Carrera

China drives Porsche record as Cayenne wait means buying a Carrera

Liu Yirong walked into a Porsche dealership in Shanghai planning to buy the carmaker's $137,000 Cayenne SUV. Chinese customers ordering a Cayenne with a 3.0-liter engine wait an average of 15 months for delivery, the longest for the vehicle globally.

Porsche forecasts record 2011 global deliveries as China sales grow 35 percent, putting the Asian nation on track to overtake the U.S. as its largest market in 2014, said Helmut Broeker, the automaker's head of China.

Porsche, BMW AG and Daimler AG unit Mercedes-Benz all posted four-month sales increases in China exceeding 30 percent as rising numbers of wealthy Chinese seek out German luxury cars as status symbols.

The most basic Cayenne model costs 893,000 yuan ($137,000) in China, while its closest competitor, BMW's X6 SUV, starts at 1.05 million yuan. Porsche has been tailoring cars and marketing activities to Chinese tastes to lock in more buyers. The carmaker created a new color called "China Pink" after a customer in Chongqing wanted her Cayman painted the same shade as her make-up, said Jan Kuppen, Porsche's China product manager.

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The added attention will help lift China to about a quarter of Porsche's deliveries in 2014, up from 15 percent now, Broeker said in an interview in Shanghai.

More dealerships

Luxury-car sales in China will rise 20 percent this year after surging 48 percent to 459,000 vehicles last year, according to industry researcher JD Power & Associates.

Porsche, maker of the 911 sports car and four-door Panamera, may consider producing a planned small SUV called the Cajun in China in the future. The Cayenne's popularity may also have a negative impact if the carmaker doesn't shorten waiting times. Tony Tian and his three business partners dropped by the company's dealership along Shanghai's busy Nanjing Street in search of a company car.

NASA To End Spirit Robot Mission On Mars

NASA To End Spirit Robot Mission On Mars

After more than a year since lost contact with Spirit, Mars robotic explorers, NASA finally decided to surrender. As of May 25, 2011, the space agency had confirmed that they will end all communication with the robot's plan.
This step also ensures that the end of the robotic mission that has lasted for 7 years.
Previously, NASA hopes that spring is coming soon on the planet that will create a spirit able to recharge the batteries via solar panels which have to be able to make radio contacts. But apparently, the robot was damaged beyond repair.
For information, at the last winter that hit Mars, Spirit forced to take the task in very cold temperatures.
"It seems that now we can only see that the Spirit is a small cruiser and recalled a number of success and achievement which he has achieved during his life," said David Lavery, a NASA executive, as quoted by Engadget, May 26, 2011.
Spirit spirit would continue to live, but what about the continuation of NASA's mission on Mars?
Lavery said, the current Opportunity, NASA's other Mars explorers who served since 2004 and still in good condition. Late in 2011, he will be accompanied by Curiosity, the latest generation of robotic explorers to use nuclear power, to investigate whether Mars ever accommodate life.
Meanwhile, the network of NASA spacecraft will also continue to listen to signals from the Spirit, just in case if any unusual conditions that make the Spirit again able to transmit radio signals.

Motorcycle Solar Trickle Charger

Motorcycle Solar Trickle Charger

When driving on the bike, no worries for running out of batteries for mobile phones, iPods, mini radio, or GPS. Live plug the cable into one of your gadgets and move on! How, by buying the Ultra-SOL from Leader Motorcycle, electric power tool rechargeable (charger) that utilize sunlight.

Dimensions of the tool is similar to the output of Apple iPhone mobile phones so portable. Equipped with solar panels from Brunton is able to capture light energy and convert it into electricity. Stay plugging in the cable connection from the equipment into gadgets that lowbat, then immediately replenished.

To use the Ultra-SOL, need additional tools such mechanical holder mounted on the handlebar or odometer. One thing that is most important, make sure its solar panels facing up to catch the sun well. This product is manufactured in the United States with the official 250-280 U.S. dollars (USD 2.1 million-USD 2.4 million).

6-10 Secrets of Living Johnny Depp

6-10 Secrets of Living Johnny Depp

At the age of 47 years, actor Johnny Depp retain exceptional charm. Good for acting and looks. Evidently, this actor had voted sexiest male version of People. Depp was able to defeat the actors whose age was younger than him.

Depp's acting abilities certainly do not need to be questioned again. Almost all movies that starred success. However, it does not change the life of Depp. He is far from the glamorous image that has been synonymous with Hollywood art workers.
Depp is one celebrity that his personal life is rarely exposed. He does not like to reveal his personal problems. As a result of his closed, many are curious about the other side of the father of two children.
So, what are the secrets of his life that have not been revealed? There are 10 facts about Depp is not yet known. What are they?
6. Having a close relationship with Marlon Brando
For some reason, Brando managed to take attention Depp. He mentioned actors are great actors of his generation. Depp is very visible admired Brando.
7. Ever got engaged four times
People who are most often violate an engagement, maybe Depp. But, he never revealed the reason. There is also a saying, maybe he was afraid to be bound serious commitment to women. Or not yet ready for a wedding.
He has been engaged four times, with Sherilyn Fenn, Kate Moss, Jennifer Grey and Winona Ryder. However, the engagement never led to marriage. On the contrary, the relationship was instead stranded in the middle of the road. Currently, he admitted to not going to marry Vanessa even though she had given him two children.
8. Speaking in French
Although he is afraid of marriage, but Vanessa is clearly stealing the hearts Depp. In fact, for the sake of her lover, he is willing to learn French in order to communicate with parents Vanessa.
He said about her boyfriend, "I really fell in love with Vanessa, when I looked into her eyes. He's always there for me with tenderness and understanding."
9. Known as a good-hearted person
Depp most often give donations. He once gave a donation from their income for social activities. He is also famous royal. He is one of the most diligent actor gives tips with a large amount to the waiter.
10. Children are everything
The presence of two children, according to Depp, giving life force. As a sign of affection and love towards his son, he made a tattoo on his arm. Tattooing was made for her youngest son, Jack. As for her eldest daughter, Lily Rose, he admitted that his son is a very beautiful angel. "He is the only reason I get up in the morning and the only reason for me to breathe," he said.

Map United States

Executive Summary About Map United States By Ceaq Micon

Map United States

US is known for its rich and vibrant culture that is the result of cultural amalgamation that have taken place at various points in the history of United States. With time, US emerged as the world's leading economy, especially in the field of agriculture, education, energy and tourism.

The US location map provides an insight into the geographical location of the country. Flanked by the Pacific Ocean in the west and the Atlantic Ocean in the east, United States has a total expanse of 9,522,0572 square kilometers. The geographical co-ordinates of USA are 38o 00 N, 97 o 00 W.

US Map proves to be particularly helpful for travelers to the country, mapping the important state boundaries and their respective profiles. Each of the state maps provide information on history, demography, geography, economy, places of interest and climate of a particular state.

The political map of US traces the political boundaries of the 50 different states in USA. Some of the important states in USA include:

Washington l Colorado l South Carolina l Texas l Nevada l Arizona l New Mexico l Alabama

The outline map of United States provides an overview of the geographical division of the states. It also provides an outline of the rivers and the lakes that are present in the state.

The US capital map provides an insight into the history, economy and the places of interest in Washington DC. Washington DC is a district of Columbia and is located between Virginia and Maryland beside the Potomac River. Washington DC houses some of the most important business and governmental headquarters. It is also known for its educational institutes like that of the Catholic University of America, Howard University, Georgetown University, and Gallaudet University.

With numerous sightseeing spots and beaches, USA promises of an ideal vacation. The US travel map is as impressive as its political and outline map. With enigmatic beaches and sightseeing spots, United States proves to be one of the most sought after destinations among the tourists. The travel map provides information on the location of the various sightseeing spots, which make it easier for the tourists to chalk out a plan during an itinerary in the country. Some of the best places to visit as sited in the US Map include:

The Space and Rocket Center at Huntsville l The White House of the Confederacy l Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center in Houston

United States is also home to some of the most beautiful national parks like that of the Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Colonial National Historical Park, Shenandoah National Park, Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park. The mountain ranges like that of Mount Vernon make up for the stunning landscape of the country. Some of the monuments and historical sites that add to the list of sightseeing destination in the country are Fort Johnson, Fort Sumter National Monument and Fort Moultrie. Carrying a US map, proves to be the best suggestion for a hassle free and smooth journey in the country.

Vacation In Bangka Belitung

Vacation In Bangka Belitung

Bangka Belitung Islands Province is a province of Indonesia, which consists of two main islands of Bangka and Belitung islands and small islands such as P. Lepar, P. Pongok, P. Mendanau and P. Nasik Strait, which has named the island the total amounted to 470 pieces and only 50 inhabited islands. Bangka Belitung is situated in the eastern part of Sumatra Island, close to the South Sumatra Province. Bangka Belitung is known as tin-producing areas, has beautiful beaches and inter-ethnic harmony. This provincial capital is Pangkalpinang. The provincial government was approved on February 9, 2001. Once inducted Pj. Governor namely H. Amur Muchasim, SH (former Secretary General of Ministry of Home Affairs), which marks the commencement of the activity wheel provincial government.
Bangka Strait separates Sumatra and Bangka Island, while the Gaspar Strait separates the island of Bangka and Belitung islands. In the northern part of this province are the South China Sea, the southern part of the Java Sea and in the eastern part of Kalimantan Island which is separated from Belitung Island by Karimata Strait.
Bangka Belitung Islands Province formerly part of South Sumatra, but became its own province of Banten and Gorontalo together in 2000. Bangka Belitung Islands Province was established pursuant to Act No. 27 of 2000 on the Establishment of Bangka Belitung Islands Province November 21, 2000, which consists of the District of Bangka, Belitung regency and City Pangkalpinang. In 2003, pursuant to Act No. 5 of 2003 dated January 23, 2003 conducted regional divisions with the addition of 4 districts of the Western Pacific, Central Bangka, Bangka Belitung South and East. Bangka Belitung Islands Province is a division of territory of South Sumatra Province.
Vacation in Bangka Belitung is the perfect solution for you and your family

Volcanic Eruption, Obama Forced to Leave Ireland

Volcanic Eruption, Obama Forced to Leave Ireland

President of the United States, Barack Obama, was forced to shorten his visit to the land of his ancestors in Ireland, because of fear trapped Grimsvotn volcanic smoke. If it gets stuck, then Obama's scheduled visit to Europe during the week will be chaotic.
Reporting from the CBS page, May 23, 2011, Obama is scheduled to leave for England on Tuesday morning had to get out of Ireland on Monday night. This is done after the weather agency predicted Grimsvotn ash will enter the airspace of Scotland and continues to the south wind.
"Due to a change in the flow path of volcanic ash, then Air Force One will depart from Ireland to London tonight (Monday). The schedule for tomorrow will be run according to plan," said a White House statement.
Previously, volcanic Grimsvotn otherwise still too small when compared with last year's eruption Eyjafjallajokull. However, with the wind flow that leads to the south, mountain ash Grimsvotn estimated flight path of air will reach Scotland on Tuesday.
UK Civil Aviation Agency ash will affect some areas of Britain and Ireland over the next few days. Loganair, the airline based in Glasgow, they had canceled 36 flights for Tuesday morning for fear of ash.
Obama's visit though brief but enough to meet the expectations of 25,000 Irish citizens who listen to short speeches at College Green, Dublin. Obama in his speech said that Ireland is a small country that has a big inspiration to Americans.
"All the dreams and prosperity in America and ireland are still stretched. If they say that the problem you (citizens of Ireland) is too large, your challenge is too great, that we should not try, think back to what we have achieved together. Remember, the difficulty that caused by the winter will be removed by summer that will surely come, "Obama said.
Obama's ancestors from his mother's side is Fulmouth Kearney, an Irishman who immigrated to the United States with hundreds of other people in 1805. In the village of Moneygall, Ireland, Obama is reportedly still has 28 relatives of the Kearney family tree.

Making Your Own Bath Salts At Home

Making Your Own Bath Salts At Home
executive summary about Making Your Own Bath Salts At Home by Michael Vance

Making Your Own Bath Salts At Home

One product which is becoming an increasingly popular one to make at home is bath salts.

Bath salts are beneficial in a variety of ways. The salts also soak up essential or fragrance oils, and help to retain the scent in the bathwater longer. The basic ingredient for any type of bath salt is, obviously, salt. Several varieties of salt are used in making bath salts, however; iodized salt, or table salt, is very drying to the skin, so it is best to avoid it in favor of other types of salt.

A great basic recipe for bath salts is:
3 parts Epsom salt
2 parts baking soda
1 part sea salt or borax

This recipe will make a basic bath salt blend, to which you can add essential oils, colorants, dried herbs, and other additives to make a variety of products.
Dendritic salt is very fine, and therefore has greater surface area than regular salt; this means that it will help to retain colorants and fragrances better than Epsom or sea salt.

Making Your Own Bath Salts - 3 Beautiful Fragrances To Useexecutive summary about Making yor own Bath salts by Deon Du Plessis

Making your own bath salt is not only fun but it can save you a lot of money and if you are an entrepreneur it can even make you a lot of money. Bath salts are easy to make yet it sells for sky high prices in beauty store. One of the reasons why they can sell for that high is because of the unique and beautiful flavors that some of them have. While making a basic bath salt is easy, doing something that has a great balance of fragrance is both an art and a skill.

Salt works really well because it can absorb fragrance that well. It can also absorb certain minerals which is why it has certain therapeutic qualities. It all depends on what you add into your bath salt recipe. Lets quickly look at 3 great fragrances you can use.

1. Lavender
This is a classic. Whats great about lavender is the fact that you can use your own lavender from the garden for maximum effect. Simply add fresh lavender that is finely chopped into your salt mix. Then seal it with he salt and allow to rest for a few days to fully absorb the fragrance.

2. Vanilla And Honey
This is another very popular fragrance and one that is a bit harder to work with. You can use fresh vanilla beans but make sure you keep it in the stalk. Bash the stalk up before you add it to the salt mix. The best way to add hone is to mix it with boiling water so that its a runny liquid. Once you've filled your jar with salt, slowly pour the honey water over the salt and make sure you only use a small amount so that less than 1/10 of the jar ends up with liquid at the bottom -otherwise the salt will completely dissolve.

3. Lemon
This is definitely a more interesting fragrance and if you want you can combine it with orange to have a fuller citrus flavor. All you need to do is to add the zest of the lemon into your salt mix. Be sure to add enough zest to get enough fragrance into the salt.

Pickles, A Healthy Snack With Snap

Pickles, A Healthy Snack With Snap

Pickles are a popular snack, side dish, and condiment. But did you know that pickles are also a healthy part of your diet? There are many different pickle recipes out there, but each version has its own healthy benefits depending on the ingredients that went into the pickle and the method used for pickling, whether fermented or packed with vinegar. Pickles are great for most diets because not only are they low in calories, and low in fat or fat-free, many versions are also low in sugar.

Pickles are also a healthy edition to your diet for other reasons. Pickles, being made from cucumbers or other vegetables, are high in fiber which is necessary for digestive health and fighting cancer. The spices with which pickles are made are also healthy. Fermented pickles also have good bacteria that can control harmful intestinal microbes. When pickles are fermented, lactic acid is created. This acid helps to lower fat in the bloodstream, improve circulation, and lower high blood pressure. Many pickles are made with vinegars. Vinegar is also anti-bacterial and anti-fungal. So if you ever needed a reason to eat more pickles, now you have it.

Canning Homemade Banana Pickles
executive summary about homemade banana pickles by Tina Schwartz-Miller

For those of you that do not know what a banana pickle is, they are normally cut in spears rather than a round shape and they are a bright yellow color. This, I am sure is where the name comes in. They are a sweet, and if made right very crunchy pickle.

The first thing you should do when getting ready to can these pickles is to get your ingredients ready before hand. Here is a list of the ingredients you will need.

1 cup vinegar
2 cups water
3 cups sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon dry mustard

Once your pickles are all pealed and deseeded, cut them into strips about 2 inches long. If you like a different size of pickles you may cut them to the desired length. Pack them into your jars. In a small saucepan bring your vinegar, water, sugar, salt, turmeric, and dry mustard to boil and then pour over the pickles in the jars. Then clean the tops of the jars and put the lids and rings tightly onto the jars.

Cold pack your pickles for about 5 minutes. If your brine for the pickles does not quite fill your jars simply add a little water to fill the jar.