No. Recommended processing methods must be used to assure safety. Recommended processing times cannot be shortened if vinegar is used in canning fresh vegetables (this does not refer to pickled vegetables).

Research on steam canners has found that food canned in them is not heated to a temperature as high as when the same food is canned in a boiling water bathe canner. The lower temperature results in less killing power of the bacteria, under processing and considered a risk of spoilage. Therefore the use of seam canners for home canning is NOT recommended. In addition to unsafe canning temperatures steam canners can cause steam burns to those using them, and increased steam burns.

Yes. In South Africa, all piped water supplied by local authorities, is potable (drinkable). In the bush, lodges often have to pump water from underground, so ask the hotel staff whether it is potable. But is is always good enough for bathing.

Processing pickles in a simmering or boiling water bath controls bacteria, yeast, and mold growth. A short processing time, combined with the acid level of the pickles, is sufficient to control these organisms. Processing also insures a good seal on the jars.

Yes, the pressure canner can be used as a boiling water canner. Refer to our BOILING WATER METHOD section for more information. Parts and accessories for Presto products are available through our PARTS and SPECIAL ACCESSORIES pages.

ANSWER: One way to disinfect water is simply to heat it to 150° F (66° C) or to onset of boiling. The temperature at which water boils changes with the change in atmospheric pressure. Thus, the higher you are from sea level, the longer it will take for your water to boil and, consequently, more fuel will be required. The extra fuel needed may be a problem on long trips or where fuel is not available.

One way to disinfect water is simply to heat it to 150? F (66? C) or to onset of boiling. The temperature at which water boils changes with the change in atmospheric pressure. Thus, the higher you are from sea level, the longer it will take for your water to boil and, consequently, more fuel will be required. The extra fuel needed may be a problem on long trips or where fuel is not available.

Green water is caused by unicellular algae. Cut back on the light. An algaecide such as Acural E may be used. As with bacterial blooms, U.V. sterilizers are the best cure with no down side.

This green coffee bean is the best quality grown thus demanding a higher price in the coffee industry. Arabica green coffee comes from an evergreen plant that grows to a height of 15-20 feet. Arabica green coffees are more acceptable to various pests and are more vulnerable to cold weather conditions. It is grown in the region between the Tropic of Cancer and Capricorn and flourishes best when grown at high altitudes from 2500 feet to 6500 feet above sea level.

Mainly grown in Brazil and parts of Africa, Robusta coffee trees grow taller, are more resistant to pests and disease, are hardier and produce more beans than Arabica. This variety makes up about a third of the world coffee market. The caffeine content of Robusta beans is about twice that of Arabica. Robusta is often used for instant coffee and supermarket-grade blends.

Yes, the unique flavor each green coffee bean variety carries with it sometimes can be combined with others to create a more complex taste. The art of blending requires knowledge of each bean. Once the characteristics have been determined for that variety, a roaster may combine them to create the desired blend of flavors. Debate exists today among professional coffee roasters whether to roast all the different beans together or separately.

Roast only what you can use within a week. Store the roasted whole bean then grind only enough beans to use just before you prepare your coffee. Each roaster will roast a different amount of beans so you may roast more frequently depending on your choice.

A good rule of thumb is two to three years, but stored properly, green coffee can last many years. In fact, some species are especially prized if they are aged. Store your green coffee beans at 10 to 30 degrees Celsius, or 50 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit. While some prefer to store green beans in jute or canvas bags, to allow the beans to breathe, those who store them in plastic bags or jars report no deterioration in quality.

Yes of course. All our coffee is roasted from green beans so we can supply all our Origin Coffees in green bean form. You can even buy a home roasting machine from us should you wish to. This is available in our accessories section. coffee online, ground coffee, roasted coffee, fresh filter coffee, mail order gourmet coffee, organic coffee, fair trade coffee gift idea, green tea, fruit teas, herbal teas, premium coffee, tea

NO - never drink the water after a treatment. It is strongly recommended that you do not drink the water. The dirty coloring of the water is caused by the release of toxins from the body and water back into the water. So after a treatment all that nasty stuff that was in your body is now in the water. So to drink the bath water would be to put all those yucky toxins back into your body. This could possibly make you ill.

The bath water should be comfortably warm, but not hot. Warm like a baby's bath, but not hot like a hot tub.

Maintaining a clean bird feeder or bird bath is generally safe, unless these are attracting rodents or raccoons. It is always best to wear protective gloves when handling or cleaning these items to avoid contact with bird droppings or contaminated water in a bird bath. Always wash your hands with soap and water after doing these chores. The likelihood of getting a pet bird that is already infected with avian flu is very low. It is illegal in the U.S.

It shouldn't hurt the fish, but the generally accepted answer is not to use it because it may cause a large algal bloom.

For a water bath canner to work successfully on a ceramic cook top, the canner bottom must be flat, in contact with the cook top and extend no ore than 2 inches beyond the design on the cook top surface.

For much the same reason as why you cannot share a bath with another person neither can you use the same bath water as some one else. Once a person has used the Q2 Water Energy System their base signature and all the toxins that have been drawn out of their body are now in the water, so it is the same as sharing a bath.