This was my first time to stay on my classmate’s house for almost two days due to lack of money as for my fare. Seemingly, it was also a great opportunity for us to talk about our next entry for this blog. With this, we have come up into a chronological story that might give the viewers insights of what happening in our status quo and this is the CULTURE OF POVERTY.
“IN THE FANGS OF BOREDOM”
On my way home, I saw a street vendor, selling candies, cigarettes and soft drinks. In my curiosity, I asked her a few questions relevant to our topic. In God’s will, she did not falter on giving us information about her work. She taught me lot of things in selling this and that, the prices of those purchases and even the worst part on that job… the “catch me if you can” blues. Obviously, one of the biggest enigmas on our government is these vendors who are not afraid of being caught just to earn money for a living. And in my experience, I’m not just enjoying this role but having this great courage on how to defend myself in times, when that thing would happen. After forty minutes of sitting in front of that rectangular stall, I earned thirty-four pesos only. I waited for so long and yet only small amount serves as my price.
“VOICE OF EAGERNESS”
On the other hand, I’d also experienced on how to practice my voice for a cause. I’d also done the role of a “BARKER”. Basically, this kind of job was sometimes be confused of. WHY? Here are the untold reasons:
Did you ever see a guy whose calling passengers while his beside of his driver? How about a guy whose pleasing people and after awhile being paid of the certain jeepney driver? That two are somehow related yet, varied on the nature of their work. The first one is what you called as “KONDUKTOR”. In our fast-paced generation and even by the innovative sense of our fellows, they come up on such thing as “KONDUKTOR” in jeepneys and even in tricycles. Some of them are relatives of their drivers, while some are just close friends. And of course, the latter, is the common person we know… the BARKERS. These people only earn a peso per passenger and per jeepney, they earned ten pesos only. Actually, this kind of job is quite easier than sitting on a bench and waiting for your customers. This work is somewhat entertaining and a type of easy-money job. It’s a decent kind of job indeed. While experiencing this, I’m not just a simple barker but also a tourist guide for those who are not aware on their way home. Apparently, I’m not Manileña nor even aware on different routes.
This job is not just enjoyable but a worthy deed. You’re not just earning money but also, boost your simple being. If you’re going to study a phenomenology on Filipino traits, I suggest you to go on this because they’re really true-blooded fellows who pursue the real essence of our blood and even nationalism within us.
“THE SMELL OF DILIGENCE”
1. Helps Promote Fertility
Peanuts contain a good amount of folate. Repeated studies have shown that women who had a daily intake of 400 micrograms of folic acid before and during early pregnancy reduced their risk of having a baby born with a serious neural tube defect by up to 70%.
2. Aids in Blood Sugar Regulation
One fourth cup of peanuts can supply the body with 35% of the DV of manganese, a mineral which plays a role in fat and carbohydrate metabolism, calcium absorption, and blood sugar regulation.
3. Helps Prevent Gallstones
It may come as a surprise that peanuts can help prevent gallstones. But 20 years of studies have shown that eating 1 ounce of nuts, peanuts or peanut butter a week lowers the risk of developing gallstones by 25%.
4. Helps Fight Depression
Peanuts are good sources of tryptophan, an essential amino acid which is important for the production of serotonin, one of the key brain chemicals involved in mood regulation. When depression occurs, a decreased amount of serotonin may be released from the nerve cells in the brain. Tryptophan may raise serotonin’s antidepressant effects when there is an increased amount of serotonin in the blood.
5. Boosts Memory Power
Do you know what can be found in peanuts that gave them the “brain food” tag? This is due to their vitamin B3 or niacin content whose many health benefits include normal brain functioning and boosting memory power.
6. Helps Lower Cholesterol Levels
The same nutrient which gives peanuts their memory enhancing power also helps lower and control cholesterol levels. Added to that is their copper contents which aids in reducing bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol levels.
7. Lowers Risk of Heart Disease
Numerous studies have shown that regular nuts consumption is linked to reduced risk of heart disease. Peanuts are rich in heart-friendly monounsaturated fats and antioxidants such as oleic acid. Reach for a handful of peanuts and other nuts at least four times a week to reduce your risk of cardiovascular and coronary heart disease.
8. Protects Against Age-related Cognitive Decline
Study participants have shown that those who have an intake of the most niacin-rich foods like peanuts were 70% less likely to have developed Alzheimer’s disease. A quarter cup a day of peanuts can already supply almost a quarter of the daily needed value for niacin.
9. Cancer Protection
A form of phytosterol called beta-sitoserol (SIT) is found in high concentrations in some plant oils, seeds, and legumes including peanuts. Phytosterols not only protects against cardiovascular disease by interfering with the absorption of cholesterol, they also protect against cancer by inhibiting tumor growth.
10. Lowers Risk of Weight Gain
Surprise! Eating nuts regularly is associated with a lowered risk of weight gain. Research has shown that people who eat nuts at least twice weekly are much less likely to gain weight than those who almost never eat them.
PEANUTS have:- Fibers that makes are tummy feel full and helps lower the risk of colon cancer, an ounce of peanuts contains 2 grams of fiber
- A good source of Coenzyme Q10 which protects the heart during the period of lack of oxygen example high altitudes and clogged arteries
- Contain high concentrations of antioxidant polyphenols, primarily a compound called p-coumaric acid
- Contain vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant that is shown to significantly reduce the risk of cancer and cardiovascular diseases
- Contain iron which is essential for the correct functioning of red blood cells
- Also helps to accelerate the growth of male and female hormones that’s why, when you over eat peanuts, you’ll get acne and pimples on your face due to its rapid process
Anyhow, this job is really, the most in-demand in streets special children for it is a food and food is the primary concern of public consumers. It’s also a good source of money for in just 15 minutes, you’ll earn 70 pesos.
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Hi its matt from http://www.tropicalpenpals.com dropped by to take a look at your blog, interesting use of mediums. Also the photos on the top of this one aren't showing!
Would also advise adding URLs to the commenting as it will encourage more comments onto your blog.
Keep up the good work!
Thank you very much! I'll do what you have suggested. Hope you'll share this link to some of your blog-mates THANKS A LOT! and GOD BLESS :)
Nice job on this!.... It's catchy.... Plus nutrition facts too... well say thanks to this one... i'm gonna love those peanuts and eat'em... there's so much more with peanuts.... can't wait to grab one later...
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