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Star Fruit (Cross-Section) (UEB Contracted)

This is a labelled image of a star fruit (also known as a carambola) shown in horizontal cross section (cut through from side to side). There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the correct way up. The star fruit is shown in centre of the page; it is a long fruit, and has three to six ridges (usually five) running down its sides. These ridges give the fruit a star-like shape in cross section. There are five seeds in the centre of the image; their arrangement matches that of the ridges on the fruit. The star fruit is usually about ten centimetres long. Its flesh and skin are a light yellowy green and can be tinged with orange when very ripe.

Star Fruit (Cross-Section) (UEB Uncontracted)

This is a labelled image of a star fruit (also known as a carambola) shown in horizontal cross section (cut through from side to side). There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the correct way up. The star fruit is shown in centre of the page; it is a long fruit, and has three to six ridges (usually five) running down its sides. These ridges give the fruit a star-like shape in cross section. There are five seeds in the centre of the image; their arrangement matches that of the ridges on the fruit. The star fruit is usually about ten centimetres long. Its flesh and skin are a light yellowy green and can be tinged with orange when very ripe.

Tomato (Cross Section) (Large Print)

This is a labelled image of a tomato shown in longitudinal cross section (cut through from top to bottom). There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the correct way up. The image of the tomato is in the middle of the page.v At its centre is the fruis core and this is surrounded by seeds in the locular cavities. They have a gelatinous covering and are attached to the core by jelly-like threads. On the outside of the fruit are its flesh and skin. At the top of the image is the stem of the tomato with a leaf to the left and right. Tomatoes vary in size between the cherry tomato at about two centimetres to monsters of twelve centimetres, weighing up to three kilos. Although usually a bright red, tomatoes range in colour from a deep red through orange to pale yellow.

Tomato (Cross Section) (UEB Contracted)

This is a labelled image of a tomato shown in longitudinal cross section (cut through from top to bottom). There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the correct way up. The image of the tomato is in the middle of the page.v At its centre is the fruis core and this is surrounded by seeds in the locular cavities. They have a gelatinous covering and are attached to the core by jelly-like threads. On the outside of the fruit are its flesh and skin. At the top of the image is the stem of the tomato with a leaf to the left and right. Tomatoes vary in size between the cherry tomato at about two centimetres to monsters of twelve centimetres, weighing up to three kilos. Although usually a bright red, tomatoes range in colour from a deep red through orange to pale yellow.

Tomato (Cross Section) (UEB Uncontracted)

This is a labelled image of a tomato shown in longitudinal cross section (cut through from top to bottom). There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the correct way up. The image of the tomato is in the middle of the page.v At its centre is the fruis core and this is surrounded by seeds in the locular cavities. They have a gelatinous covering and are attached to the core by jelly-like threads. On the outside of the fruit are its flesh and skin. At the top of the image is the stem of the tomato with a leaf to the left and right. Tomatoes vary in size between the cherry tomato at about two centimetres to monsters of twelve centimetres, weighing up to three kilos. Although usually a bright red, tomatoes range in colour from a deep red through orange to pale yellow.

Garden Mint (UEB contracted)

This is an image of a sprig of flowering Garden mint: Mentha sachalinensis. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the correct way up. The stem of the plant starts at the bottom centre of the page. No roots have been shown. There are two leaves at the bottom of the stem branching to the left and right. The leaves have been drawn turned towards you so that it is possible to see their shape and veins. They are oval with serrated edges and are arranged in pairs up the stem with each pair rotated by 90 degrees. One of the leaves in the second pair up the page has not been shown as it would obscure other leaves. At the top of the image the stem branches into two, each with a spike of small, pink flowers. Mints can be found in most parts of the world, they are dicots and mostly perennial. Garden mint can grow up to 70 centimetres high. It is used in many countries for cooking and for making tea.

GArden Mint (UEB uncontracted)

This is an image of a sprig of flowering Garden mint: Mentha sachalinensis. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the correct way up. The stem of the plant starts at the bottom centre of the page. No roots have been shown. There are two leaves at the bottom of the stem branching to the left and right.The leaves have been drawn turned towards you so that it is possible to see their shape and veins. They are oval with serrated edges and are arranged in pairs up the stem with each pair rotated by 90 degrees. One of the leaves in the second pair up the page has not been shown as it would obscure other leaves.At the top of the image the stem branches into two, each with a spike of small, pink flowers. Mints can be found in most parts of the world, they are dicots and mostly perennial. Garden mint can grow up to 70 centimetres high. It is used in many countries for cooking and for making tea.

Onion (UEB uncontracted)

This image shows yellow onion, part of the Allium family, which includes leeks, garlic and chives.There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the correct way up. The plans thin roots are at the bottom of the page. Up the page from the roots is the oval-shaped, onion bulb, covered in a thin, papery, light-brown skin.Growing out of the top of the bulb are five leaves that go up the page vertically. They are long, hollow and pointed at the top of the image. The leaves are pale at the bottom and green further up the page. The onion is a monocot plant. It has a flower head on a long stem that consists of many individual small flowers arranged in a ball shape. They have not been shown in this image. There are many varieties of onion varying in sweetness, strength of flavour, size and colour.

Onion (UEB contracted)

This image shows yellow onion, part of the Allium family, which includes leeks, garlic and chives.There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the correct way up. The plans thin roots are at the bottom of the page. Up the page from the roots is the oval-shaped, onion bulb, covered in a thin, papery, light-brown skin.Growing out of the top of the bulb are five leaves that go up the page vertically. They are long, hollow and pointed at the top of the image. The leaves are pale at the bottom and green further up the page. The onion is a monocot plant. It has a flower head on a long stem that consists of many individual small flowers arranged in a ball shape. They have not been shown in this image. There are many varieties of onion varying in sweetness, strength of flavour, size and colour.

Onion (large print)

This image shows yellow onion, part of the Allium family, which includes leeks, garlic and chives.There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the correct way up. The plans thin roots are at the bottom of the page. Up the page from the roots is the oval-shaped, onion bulb, covered in a thin, papery, light-brown skin.Growing out of the top of the bulb are five leaves that go up the page vertically. They are long, hollow and pointed at the top of the image. The leaves are pale at the bottom and green further up the page. The onion is a monocot plant. It has a flower head on a long stem that consists of many individual small flowers arranged in a ball shape. They have not been shown in this image. There are many varieties of onion varying in sweetness, strength of flavour, size and colour.

The Cook's Decameron: A Study in Taste

How and When to Be Your Own Doctor

Dr. Isabelle A. Moser and Steve Solomon collaborated on How and When to Be Your Own Doctor. When Solomon reached his late thirties, he began looking for healthy alternatives. He met Moser and began the practice of a yearly fast to cleanse his body. This book contains their combined knowledge on healing. Topics include How I Became a Hygienist, The Nature and Cause of Disease, Fasting, Colon Cleansing, Diet and Nutrition, Vitamins and Other Food Supplements and The Analysis of Disease States--Helping the Body Recover.

The Art Of Living In Australia

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What's for Breakfast: Band 02B/Red B (PDF)

A picture story about three hungry ants. The ants want to know what is for breakfast but they are not keen on dad’s sweet offerings. Finally he suggests an apple; an offer that everyone is happy with. The book includes several discussion features, such as speech bubbles and a clock that shows the passing of time.

The 5: Over 140 Delicious Recipes That Will Help You Lose Weight, Fast

Lose up to 14 lbs in just 4 weeks! By dieting for only two days a week you can have the bikini body you’ve always dreamed of – fast. With over 140 mouth-watering and filling recipes, all under 500 calories, bestselling diet author Jacqueline Whitehart is the answer to your dieting prayers.

Tana Ramsay’s Real Family Food: Delicious Recipes for Everyday Occasions

Everyone in the family will love Tana Ramsay's simple and delicious recipes. The secret, says the author of the bestselling Tana Ramsay's Family Kitchen, is easy recipes and basic ingredients. Whatever the occasion –school-night suppers, family entertaining, picnic treats or weekend baking– Tana has a fool-proof solution that will work every time.

You: The Insider's Guide To Easy And Permanent Weight Loss

Drs Michael F. Roizen and Mehmet C. Oz, authors of the million-copy bestseller ‘YOU: The Owner's Manual’, have devised a diet that is so effective you'll notice changes in your body immediately. Starting with a Two-Week Reboot that will help you lose up to two inches around your waist, you will shed your unwanted pounds forever.

Riverford Farm Cook Book: Tales From The Fields, Recipes From The Kitchen

‘What we like most is to produce foods ourselves from start to finish – from farm to table, the Riverford way. Food should tell a story and, because we know what it is, we can tell you.’

The Juice Master Juice Yourself Slim: The Healthy Way To Lose Weight Without Dieting

Bursting with Juicy motivation, Juice Yourself Slim contains over 50 fantastic soups, juices, salads and smoothie recipes PLUS the Life Long Rules for Success that will help you maintain your health and- the big one- keep you slim for life.

Chinese Food Made Easy: 100 Simple, Healthy Recipes From Easy-to-find Ingredients

Ching-He Huang is one of the brightest stars in modern Chinese cooking in the UK. Each week in her new BBC2 series she re-invents the nation's favourite Chinese dishes, modernising them with fresh, easy to buy ingredients, and offering simple practical tips and techniques. These are brought together in this beautiful book to accompany the series.

Miss Dahl’s Voluptuous Delights: Recipes For Every Season, Mood, And Appetite

Sophie Dahl, one of the most glorious women on the planet, shares delicious secrets from her slinky kitchen, funny stories and favourite recipes in a beautifully illustrated hardback. With delectable recipes for each season, this luscious abundant take on food will delight women everywhere.

Drop a Size for Life: Fat Loss Fast And Forever!

The UK’s most respected diet and fitness expert introduces the follow-up to her top ten bestseller, Drop A Size in Two Weeks Flat! Joanna Hall explains not only how to lose that extra weight, but how to keep it off for good in the face of the many changing factors and pressures that affect our lives.

Drop a Size Calorie and Carb Counter

The perfect companion to the 5:2 Diet. ITV’s popular diet and fitness presenter Joanna Hall presents the perfect accompaniment to fasting programmes. This easy-to-use handy guide tells you the exact calorie, carbohydrate, protein, saturated fat, fibre, sugar and salt content of the foods you eat, helping you to lose weight and keep it off.

The 24 Hour Diet: Lose Up To 4lbs In A Day

The UK’s leading diet and fitness expert, Joanna Hall, shows you the healthy way to shed excess pounds in a day. This fantastic plan is a refinement on the typical low GI diet. It is complimented with a 20 day follow-on plan which builds up in very small steps, day by day. Joanna’s mantra is: small steps make big changes.

Brindisa: The True Food of Spain

COOKBOOK OF THE YEAR 2016, Spectator ‘The definitive book about the food of Spain’ Rose Prince