It is a known fact that dark chocolate has many health benefits. It has been said that dark chocolate contains beneficial antioxidants which protects the body from damaging free radicals. Dark chocolate helps regulate blood pressure as well as certain hormones in the body. This healthy candy also makes a great gift to give to friends and family. A dark chocolate gift basket is not only healthy, but a sweet way to tell the people you love that you...more
Almost everyone has a liking for chocolate, even if they would rather rebuff it. But some of us have a craze for it and if you tried gourmet chocolate, this would turn into a devotion. The sensation of its texture in your mouth as it melts is very pleasing and its richness takes this pleasure to a whole new level. Some people even say that they would rather chocolate over anything else.Although chocolate is scrumptious, some chocolates are more...more
In this day and age, most people will do all that they can to make their event special and unique. It is sometimes difficult to find a unique idea that someone else has not already thought of. It often seems like the more unique an idea is, the more expensive it seems to be. For this reason, finding simple ways to stand apart from other events, while appealing to your guests, is the best way to stay within budget, but still provide an exciting event. For instance, many couples find new and unique takes on the traditional wedding cake. Cupcakes and individual cakes are a fun alternative to just having one large wedding cake. However, there are many more ideas that prove to be unique treats for both weddings and special events. They also provide fun for your guests, as well as an effortless icebreaker for all guests. For a fun and unique way to spice up any special event, one such idea is a chocolate fountain. Chocolate fountains can be rented with either caramel or an array of different types of chocolate. Your chocolate can also be flavored or colored to match your needs, preferences, and even party colors or theme. Your guests will also love dipping their favorite items in...more
Oftentimes you hear that chocolate causes acne; however, is this true or simply an old wives tale? Chocolate is actually filled with several different components that could be causing your acne breakouts. Acne is commonly caused by hormonal shifts in the body which is why teenagers and pregnant women suffer the most from acne...more
Here are a couple of recipes that are perfect for busy chocoholics. The Chocolate Fudge Sheet Cake makes the average 9 x 13-inch size cake better known as 1/4 sheet cake. The Easy German Chocolate Sheet Cake makes a large cake that serves 48. It is perfect for parties or taking to church socials, family reunions, workplace...more
Written by Chicagohealers.com practitioner Dr. Martha Howard~ What boosts your immune system, lowers blood pressure, is high in free-radical-fighting antioxidants, combats depression, and even works as a cavity fighter? Dark chocolate!!How does it do all that? Part of it is antioxidant activity. According to MD chocolate researcher, Dr. Sue Williams of Baylor University Medical Center, (who makes and sells her own fabulous chocolate) dark chocolate has 510 milligrams of flavanols , (protective plant nutrients) per 100 grams than the following well-known antioxidant foods which weigh in at the following flavanol numbers: apples 110 mg, cherries 96 mg. brewed black tea 65 mg. or red wine, 65 mg.Antioxidant activity is measured in ORAC units. The ORAC score per 100 grams of unprocessed raw cacao is 28,000. Acai is 18,000, Strawberries are 1,540, and spinach is 1,260. The score for the usual manufactured dark chocolate is still 13,120, which is still very high. For milk chocolate, the score goes down to 6,740.The high antioxidant levels give chocolate its anti-aging and anti-inflammatory properties. And cocoa is a rich source of minerals magnesium, sulphur, calcium, iron, zinc, copper,...more
Any true chocoholic will attest to the fact that he or she seeks out the best chocolatier in every city or state that they visit. There is something exciting about tasting the various different truffles, and experiencing the burst of...more
Do your kids ever ask questions that puzzle you? Not because you don't know the answer, but because you are not sure of the answer to give them. I know of a father whose girl asked such a question. They went out one Saturday morning for doughnuts and...more
"Among the candies that many of us love are Belgian chocolates. Its unique, sweet and creamy taste makes it the number one favorite candy by people from all around the world.There have been many chocolate myths circulating like:1. Eating chocolates...more
A cup of hot hot chocolate in kcups beverage is a great option if you are planning to get short respite from drinking coffee. You'll still get the same caffeine fix albeit in little amounts but then again, it's chocolates! Now, who...more
There are a couple of things to be wary of when making this souffle. Please take note of them before getting started. 1) The cream and egg whites must be folded in as soon as the mixture begins to set or they will not blend in properly.2) The mixture...more