INPUT ARTICLE: Article: The plant proteins available as protein powders are generally complete proteins. Some are gluten free and all can be considered vegan. They have lower protein content than animal sources, but still have many benefits. Plant protein powders usually require more processing and tend to be more expensive than animal protein powders. Soy-based protein powders are the most widely used plant-based protein. This protein powder is generally recommended for women, as soy contains phytoestrogen, a plant sterol that can mimic the hormone estrogen. Phytoestrogen can decrease the ability of the hormone lipase to break down body fat. In the past, soy was thought to aggravate breast cancer, but new studies are showing that it may actually help to shrink tumors.  Soy protein comes very close to animal protein in protein content and quality. It has a PDCAAS value of 0.92 to 0.99. Studies have shown that soy protein lowers LDL cholesterol and affects fat metabolism. Soy protein also promotes satiety, which can help to keep you fuller for longer, so that you lose weight. There have been limited studies showing soy protein having positive effects on cognitive function. In fact, hemp is considered a complete protein, as it contains all 20 essential amino acids. It is considered a good protein powder for people hoping to lose weight because it is high in fiber, which can help to fill you up and keep you fuller for longer. Hemp also contains phytoestrogen like soy.  Hemp protein is usually sold in blends with other proteins and is not widely available. It is a relatively expensive protein powder to use. Flaxseed is not a protein powder, but does contain high amounts of protein and can be used as a protein powder or with other protein powders. It is high in fiber and contains essential omega fatty acids, including omega 3’s. The protein content and quality can vary with flaxseed. It is gluten free. Flaxseed powder is sold in most grocery stores. Brown rice powder is gluten free and easy to digest. It contains many of the essential amino acids, but not all of them, which means that it should be consumed in conjunction with other protein foods or powders. Pea protein made from the yellow split pea and is easily digested, as well as gluten free. It contains a well-balanced amino acid profile and a high amount of protein, though it does not have all of the necessary amino acids. It has a PDCAAS rating of 0.93. Pea protein is especially good for people looking to lose weight, as it can keep you feeling full for long periods of time.

SUMMARY: Understand that plant-based protein powders can have the same effects as animal-based powders. Choose a soy protein powder if you are looking to improve overall health. Have hemp protein if you are looking for a high quality vegan protein that is also high in fiber. Buy a flaxseed powder if you need to increase protein and omega 3 fatty acids. Incorporate brown rice protein powder into your diet if you have gastrointestinal issues, but still need a high quality protein powder. Pick pea protein powder if satiety is important.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you’re creative and want to wrap your book in a more unique, fun way, consider making your own wrapping paper and/or using subtle book themes. For instance, consider wrapped the book in newspaper and making a colorful bow to put on it. You can also make roses out of paper that has text on it and glue or tape them to the front of the wrapped book. Wrap the book in a paper that matches the book’s genre, theme, or characters. For example, wrap a children’s book in coloring book pages or use maps to wrap a travel book. After you finish wrapping the book, type out the first paragraph of the book in a fun font and finish the paragraph with an ellipses. In a different, larger font, type something like “Enjoy the story!” and then print out the page. Cut around the edges of the text, tape or glue it onto some cut cardstock to create an attractive border, and then tape or glue it to the front of your wrapped book.

SUMMARY: Incorporate text into the wrapping paper to hint that it’s a book. Use paper that matches the book’s theme to reveal what it’s about. Tape the first paragraph to the wrapping paper to spark interest.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you want your parents to let you go to a concert, it's best to create a plan many days, or even weeks, beforehand. Figure out the logistics way ahead of time so that you'll be able to answer all of your parents' questions. Having a detailed plan will make your parents feel more confident about allowing you to go, as will knowing that you've thought about it far in advance. If your parents haven't heard of the band you want to go see, tell them details about their music. What's their genre? How many people are in the band? Who is their intended audience? Even playing some of the band's music for your parents will let them get a better idea of what the concert will be like. Let them know how far away the venue is and exactly where it's located. Show them pictures of the venue, and tell them details about the inside, such as whether or not there are specific seats or general admission.  If your parents are concerned about the venue being too far away, ask if one of them could drop you off at the concert and wait at a restaurant or other nearby location. Some venues offer a waiting area for parents to hang out while their kids enjoy the concert. Research more about your venue to see if this is a possibility. Depending on the type of concert, an audience can range from very mellow to a little wild. Make sure your parents, as well as yourself, understand the type of environment you'll be putting yourself in - you don't want to stray too far from your comfort zone. Sometimes things won't go exactly as planned, so it's always good to know what to do in these circumstances. Maybe your phone died, you got separated from the group, or you can't find the pickup location - whatever the issue is, discuss all of these potential scenarios with your parents so that you're all on the same page for what you should do. Memorizing or writing down your parents' phone numbers will let you call them from any phone, and agreeing on a meet-up spot with your friends if someone gets separated from the group will ensure that no one gets lost.

SUMMARY: Have a detailed plan in advance. Give your parents information about the band. Provide information about the venue to your parents. Know what type of audience you will be a part of. Have a plan for what to do in unexpected scenarios.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Netting that is too small for starlings to penetrate will prevent them from entering your orchard while still allowing sunlight and less invasive birds through.  The practicality of this approach may vary depending on the size of the area that you wish to cover. Maintaining the netting is important—holes may allow the starlings to get through. The areas may need to be covered only for a limited time.  Once the starlings move on to a new area, they may not try to return, or you may be able to continue prevention with less extreme measures. Starlings prefer to nest in areas where the trees are dense and close together.  For a long-term solution to deter the birds, consider thinning the trees on your property. Sometimes thick or commercial grade material such as metal flashing or industrial vent/chimney covers may be necessary. Metal spikes along ledges and other areas that starlings have started to roost will help drive starlings away to other areas. Boards or other materials set at a 45 degree incline along ledges and other roost areas will deter starlings due to the uncomfortable angle.  You may be able to remove the boards once the starlings have moved on to new territory.

SUMMARY:
Cover orchards or nest areas with netting. Thin trees in densely forested areas. Block any openings bigger than 1” wide. Install deterrent spikes on roosting areas. Install angled boards over ledges.