Since 1976 Juan Mata Shirt , the Lotus Esprit has given people a spectrum of sensations. Originally tabbed as the replacement for the famous Europa, over time it has been in a position to make a legend of its own. Coming under different forms throughout its history, each version of the Esprit has in some way been able to raise the bar and satisfy expectations of legions of car fans everywhere. And now, this spectrum of sensations can be evoked once again. Because if everything proceeds as planned, the Lotus Esprit is set to return for an encore somewhere between 2013 and 2014.
During the 2010 Paris Auto Show, Lotus has made a splash in front of a lot of automotive fans. 5 completely new cars were released and are geared up to be produced within a couple of years. But the car that took center stage is the Esprit. It was the first time that the namesake was used since production was halted in 2004. And it was quite a car. According to Lotus chief executive officer Dany Bahar, it would mark the return of the final supercar. And based on how it looks, it might be in a position to back up Bahar’s word.
It is hard to build a successor of any car, particularly when it has the standing of the Esprit. This car is the exemplification of an ideal sports car, the stuff of James Bond movies. The style was innovative as it was stylish. It is easily about the most aggressive looking concept cars seen in recent memory. Evoking the sensations developed by the prior generation Esprit models, it is sharp and edgy like its forefathers, showing that Guigaro’s original Esprit concept is still alive and well. Still, it is every bit as modern as it was nostalgic. From the LED lights to the radically sculpted rear end, the Esprit is made to take on the sports cars of the future.
Going inside the car, the futuristic theme goes to another level, and unleashes a couple of more colors from the spectrum. Featuring a minimalist approach, a high technology steering wheel, a digital instrument cluster, and carbon fiber trim all give individuals who are lucky enough to get inside it a glimpse of an honest sports car in action.
Under the hood, speculations abound. A V6 or a V8 engine can either (or both) be used for the vehicle. Both developed in-house, they also might feature turbocharging. A horsepower output in between 500 to 600 brake horse power all seem likely, and is expected to be lighter and more fuel efficient than similar engines. Hybrid power can also be seen sooner or later. Mated with a 7-speed transmission (with the possibility of having 2 clutches), it is expected to accelerate from zero-to-100 kph under 3.5 seconds and max out at over 200 miles an hour. Those are obviously supercar numbers, and can get anyone’s sensations pumped up.
Once development is dead, the Lotus Esprit is going to make its comeback in 2013 at the earliest. And established on what we saw on the prototype, it can unleash the same spectrum of sensations car aficionados experienced with the Esprit cars of yesteryear.
Among Lotus’s cars, Lotus Esprit perhaps had the strongest power
Lactation is a natural process which occurs in women after pregnancy. The mammary glands start to secrete milk, which is fed to the babies to make them strong and healthy. But the mother too needs good and constant care during this time.
The nutrition during lactation plays a key role in maintaining the health of both the baby and the mother because the food that the mother takes defines:
The quality of her breast milk and The time taken by the newborn to acclimatise and grow healthy.
Thus apart from following a balanced diet, there is a special need for Calcium and Iron in lactating mothers. In fact, 4 things which a lactating mother needs the most are:
Energy: An additional approximate 400calories is needed by a lactating mother to replenish the energy lost in the production of breast milk. Protein: Lactating mothers need around 15grams per day of extra Protein during the first six months after pregnancy and an additional 12 grams after that to recover from pregnancy and lactation. Fluids: Breast feeding results in a huge loss of water for the mothers since it is used in the production of breast milk. Hence they need to stay hydrated and a sufficient amount of water should form a staple of every diet during lactation and also afterwards. The daily requirement during this period is about 2 to 3 litres of fluids which can include anything from milk to water, decaffeinated beverages, soups, juices etc. But alcohol should ideally be avoided during this period. Minerals and vitamins: Lactating mothers need certain vitamins and minerals in order to heal their body post pregnancy and also to ensure that the breast milk produced is healthy and good for the baby. These include Calcium, Zinc, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin D etc. along with a balanced diet itself, which is a good source of the same.
A good diet for a lactating mother
Getting the balance of the nutrients right in the food consumed during lactation ensures the health of both the baby and the mother. A balanced nutrition diet during lactation should thus ideally include:
3 servings of Proteins, 5 servings of Calcium, 1 or more servings of Iron rich food, 2 servings of Vitamin C, 3 to 4 servings of yellow and green leafy vegetables and also yellow fruits, 1 or more servings of other fruits and vegetables, 3 or more servings of concentrated complex carbs like whole grains, Very small amounts of fatty foods, Around 8 cups of fluids and DHA rich foods for the brain development of the newborn like certain fatty fishes, poultry and egg yolks, flaxseeds, pumpkin seeds, walnuts etc.