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Show OPINION What is it? Proteins are large molecules made up of amino acids. Theyre responsible for a lot of your bodys structure and functions. They make up hair, digest your food and transport molecules from one place to another. Amino acids? These are very small molecules with an oxygen-containiacid group at one end and a ng amino group at the other, hence the name. Youre probably already nitrogen-containin- g familiar with some amino acids, like tryptophan, which supposedly is the chemical responsible for making you tired after eating turkey. Regrettably, turkey by itself is not an excuse to take a nap, as the insulin your body releases after all those carbohydrates in the breadpie you also consumed is the bigger culprit. Proteins good for you though, right? Yes. Your body needs Some!; I know nothing about opera, but I do know a good controversy when I see it. A fellow staff member told me that the Westminster production of Semele was filled with antifeminism themes. I was intrigued and purchased tickets for the opera. I decided to analyze the performance to the best of my abilities and see if it was worth causing a ruckus. After sitting through ' the performance, I issues worth noticed definitely writing about. However, I would first like to note how exceptional the performers were before I being , three-a- ct accusing their opera of sexism. Christy Lee Peterson, a senior vocal performance major, played the lead character Semele. Peterson was astonishingly talented and lovely in her role. Actors Asha Crandall and Sally Drutman, who played the villains, also lit up the stage with impressive vibratos and girl power. I could go on and on about the talent of each and every actor, but that isnt the juicy story that I promised. For me, the main theme of the opera was not the oppression of women. It was about sex. For those who did not get to see the production, here is my synopsis. Semele and Jupiter, played by Alex Blankers, leave both of their current partners so that they can sleep with each other instead Jupiter, a very vampire, leaves Juno, a jealous and murderous vampire queen, to plot her revenge for the betrayal. Of course, Juno blames only Semele for this deceit. Meanwhile, Semele complains to Jupiter about being mortal. Jupiter quickly distracts her by giving her pretty gifts. Then a vampire Edward-lik- e orgy happened. amino acids in order to build its own proteins, and in some cases it shre cannot make them itself. These essential amino acids are only obtainable through your diet. . When you eat protein, your body breaks it down into amino acids and then reassembles them into your own proteins. But it cant hurt, right? Actually, it can. Remember nitrogen? Every amino acid has at least one nitrogen molecule, and when your cells turn excess protein into fat, they dont have any use for nitrogen. That gets converted into urea, which goes out in the urine. So when you shell out a lot of money for the protein packed whatever, you are quite literally flushing your money down the toilet. So I should eat a lot of it? No. Like with anything else, moderation is key. Just as your body converts cow or tofu proteins into human proteins, it can also convert excess protein into fat. There is no benefit to be gained by downing protein shakes or greatly Thats not deadly though. Excess protein also increases calcium in urine, which can increase the likelihood of kidney stone formation. Though not usually fatal, kidney stones do really, really hurt. Whats your bias? Im not a vegetarian, but I dont eat a lot of meat. I do try to eat some protein with every meal though, just to add some variety. te? p?eseimtis to sEmtt Eaei? isag) ANGIE MERKLEY Semele then breaks the number one rule in maintaining a successful relationship: Dont use sex to get what you want. Semele denies Jupiter play time until he makes her immortal. Jupiter caves and turns her into a vampire. Then she dies because Im guessing she didnt read her vampire handbook of survival. Jupiter goes back to banging Juno and then Semeles sister hooks up with Semeles fiance. The end. So here are my views on the whole thing. 1.- ) The only time Semele would get out of bed would be to have sex, look at herself in a mirror or open presents that were meant to shut her up. 2.- ) Semele wanted to become immortal so that she would be beautiful forever. 3.- ) Because Semele fought for something she wanted, she died. Stupid woman. However, I think the guys are just as scummy in this opera. 1.- ) Both Jupiter and Semeles fiances are driven only anti-feminis- increasing your protein intake. Like too much sugar, its going to end up around your waist. OP-E- D CONTRIBUTOR Semele then breaks the number one rule in maintaining a successful relationship: Dont use sex to get what you want. m i- I I by sex. 2.- ) Jupiter leaves Juno for someone hotter (and more dispensable). HJh t t u J 3.- ) The fiance hits on the sister of the woman he is supposed to marry. 4.- ) Semeles dad cares more about money than his . 1 I daughters happiness. So, I say nay to the accusation. I think the whole character base is instead around people being selfish and homy. Nonetheless, everyone did a fantastic job performing and I anti-femini- sm i 4 t I- - truly appreciated the shirtless, male vampire hotties. What? I cant objectify men? Jupiter, played by Alex Blankers, serenades Semele, played by Christy Lee Peterson, about how he will always love her even though she is mortal. That didnt work out for Edward and Bella and Im not sure how it will work out for them. 3 |