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Exotic Rides: Lexus IS F
In the not-so-distant past, there was a time when the Toyota Motor Corporation’s amenity-laden American affiliate, Lexus, was heavily scrutinized -- not for the grade of the vehicles produced, as most car manufacturers are, but for the catalog itself. This barrage of criticism was spurred by the complete absence of a single performance model rolling off of Lexus assembly lines. Enter the Lexus Intelligent Sport series -- code name: IS. Although the first two generations of 200/300 and 250/350 were well received and a formidable foray into the arena of high-output luxury sedans, rivals like Infiniti, Mercedes, Acura, and specifically BMW were beefing up their offerings to previously unheard of proportions, putting the heat on Lexus to remain competitive. And Lexus took on the challenge with gusto -- thank the vehicular lords. If the IS 430 prototype was to serve as any indication of Lexus performance capabilities, not even that could prepare us for the unveiling of the supremely ...

Cabbage
Sturdy, abundant and inexpensive, cabbage is a longstanding dietary staple throughout the world and is so widely cultivated and stores so well that it is available throughout the year. However, it is at its best during the late fall and winter months when it is in season. Cabbage is round in shape with layers of superimposed leaves with the inner leaves often lighter in color than the outer leaves because they are protected from the sunlight. They belong to the Cruciferae family of vegetables along with kale, broccoli, collards and Brussels sprouts. Food Chart This chart graphically details the %DV that a serving of Cabbage provides for each of the nutrients of which it is a good, very good, or excellent source according to our Food Rating System. Additional information about the amount of these nutrients provided by Cabbage can be found in the Food Rating System Chart. A link that takes you to the In-Depth Nutritional Profile for Cabbage, featuring information over 80 nutrients, ...

Kiehl’s Facial Fuel Anti-Wrinkle Cream
The quest for the Fountain of Eternal Youth continues with Kiehl’s Facial Fuel Anti-Wrinkle Cream, the latest concoction from the New York apothecary that still looks good for its age despite being founded all the way back in 1851. Formulated specifically for men, the easily absorbed oil-free formula is made with chestnut extract and soy, strengthening the skin and making it look firmer without the need for forehead-fixing botox injections. As befits the name “Facial Fuel”, Kiehl’s Anti-Wrinkle Cream also nourishes your skin by feeding your face with vitamins C and E as well as citrus extracts, although note that it probably doesn’t count as one of your five a day. ...

L Carnitine and Acetyl L Carnitine
L Carnitine and Acetyl L Carnitine improve energy levels by burning fat as fuel. It helps regulate metabolism and reduce and normalize trigylcerides in the blood. It also helps transport long chain fatty acids into the mitochondria providing fuel for energy. L Carnitine and Acetyl L Carnitine is used to carry activated long chain fatty acids across the inner mitochondrial membrane of the cell. Once inside the cell, the fat can be oxidized and its energy released. A form of carnitine, which is a substance made in the muscles and liver. It can be given as a supplement to prevent and treat carnitine deficiency in patients who are receiving chemotherapy for cancer or undergoing dialysis for kidney disease. Also called levocarnitine * a naturally occurring cell constituent that modulates fat METABOLISM, in particular the mitochondrial intake of LIPID derivatives. L-carnitine has been proposed as a treatment for WASTING SYNDROME and the MYOPATHY associated with AZT ...