Microwave Ovens Offer Speed and Cautions for Home Cooking
The article reviews how microwave ovens cook food quickly by exciting water and fat molecules with high frequency waves. It notes energy savings, safety features like interlocks and safety start, and warns about uneven heating and potential radiation leakage. Consumer advice covers models, warranties, costs, and maintenance checks.
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Choosing a Mattress: Firmness and Inner Spring Guides
The article outlines how to pick a mattress by feel, advises choosing a firm yet comfortable surface, and stresses asking salespeople about coil counts and wire strength. It explains inner spring and foam types, boxspring pairing, tickings, insulation, and features like vents and edge supports.
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Pineapple Jelly Quick Recipe from Cecily Brownstone
Pineapple juice is lightly heated to keep vitamin C. Dissolve 1 envelope gelatin and 1/2 cup sugar in 1 cup pineapple juice then mix in 1 1/2 cups more juice. Heat briefly until dissolved, cool, pour into molds, chill until set, unmold before serving with fresh fruit.
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