What problems did travelers face on the Nile? There were 6 cataracts that broke up the flow of the NIle. They made it impossible to sail directly from the Nile Delta south to East Africa without taking the boad out of water and carrying it. Because the river flows south to north, sails were needed to move the boat upstream.
There are 18 calories in 1 cup of sliced Yellow Summer Squash. Calorie breakdown: 8% fat, 67% carbs, 24% protein.
1 While not as rich in some of the more widely-publicized antioxidants like beta-carotene, summer squash is a very strong source of other key antioxidant nutrients, including the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin.he delicate flavor, soft shell and creamy white flesh of summer squash is a perfect addition to any summer meal. While especially plentiful in the U.S. marketplace during the summer months, summer squash is actually available through the year.