chantal
09-27-2006, 09:29 AM
I thought everyone would enjoy this from purdy's my fav chocolate, and its also gluten free!... :hehe:
Chocolate Facts
Chocolate Helps to Prevent "Bad" Cholesterol
Chocolate contains the same phenolics that are found in red wine, phenolics are believed to help prevent so-called "bad" cholesterol from clogging arteries. In addition, the stearic acid found in chocolate decreases the liver's output of fat and lowers the production of "bad" cholesterol.
Chocolate is Low in Caffeine
Chocolate is comparatively low in caffeine. For example a one-ounce piece of milk chocolate contains approximately 6 milligrams of caffeine while a seven-ounce cup of decaffeinated instant coffee contains 3 milligrams of caffeine and a seven-ounce cup of caffeinated instant coffee contains 65 milligrams of caffeine.
Chocolate Makes You Feel Great
Chocolate is part of a healthy, balanced diet and it makes you feel great! A substance in chocolate called theobromine triggers the release of endorphins, which are chemicals, produced by the brain, that act like a natural antidepressant and can temporarily relieve the "blues".
Chocolate Helps You Live Longer
Research proves that candy eaters live almost a year longer than those who abstain.
Chocolate Is Good For You
Doctors now say that chocolate is good for you! Research has confirmed that chocolate is a good source of the kind of antioxidants found in tea. But actually, the antioxidant content of chocolate is four times that of tea. Plus, the fat in chocolate can help your immune system and it can also help outwit cytokines by reducing your susceptibility to infections and inflammation.
Chocolate Won’t Cause Acne
Scientists have concluded that pure chocolate won't cause acne.
Chocolate Can Aid in Whiter Teeth
A dark bar, with its high cocoa to sugar ratio may actually discourage tooth decay and lead to fewer cavities and whiter teeth.
"Why Women Need Chocolate - Eat What You Crave to Look and Feel Great". Written by Debra Waterhouse, M.P.H., R.D.
This book explains the important gender differences in food cravings, why the female biology triggers a need for chocolate and other foods, and how women can enhance emotional and physical well being by responding to their vital food messages.
Chocolate Facts
Chocolate Helps to Prevent "Bad" Cholesterol
Chocolate contains the same phenolics that are found in red wine, phenolics are believed to help prevent so-called "bad" cholesterol from clogging arteries. In addition, the stearic acid found in chocolate decreases the liver's output of fat and lowers the production of "bad" cholesterol.
Chocolate is Low in Caffeine
Chocolate is comparatively low in caffeine. For example a one-ounce piece of milk chocolate contains approximately 6 milligrams of caffeine while a seven-ounce cup of decaffeinated instant coffee contains 3 milligrams of caffeine and a seven-ounce cup of caffeinated instant coffee contains 65 milligrams of caffeine.
Chocolate Makes You Feel Great
Chocolate is part of a healthy, balanced diet and it makes you feel great! A substance in chocolate called theobromine triggers the release of endorphins, which are chemicals, produced by the brain, that act like a natural antidepressant and can temporarily relieve the "blues".
Chocolate Helps You Live Longer
Research proves that candy eaters live almost a year longer than those who abstain.
Chocolate Is Good For You
Doctors now say that chocolate is good for you! Research has confirmed that chocolate is a good source of the kind of antioxidants found in tea. But actually, the antioxidant content of chocolate is four times that of tea. Plus, the fat in chocolate can help your immune system and it can also help outwit cytokines by reducing your susceptibility to infections and inflammation.
Chocolate Won’t Cause Acne
Scientists have concluded that pure chocolate won't cause acne.
Chocolate Can Aid in Whiter Teeth
A dark bar, with its high cocoa to sugar ratio may actually discourage tooth decay and lead to fewer cavities and whiter teeth.
"Why Women Need Chocolate - Eat What You Crave to Look and Feel Great". Written by Debra Waterhouse, M.P.H., R.D.
This book explains the important gender differences in food cravings, why the female biology triggers a need for chocolate and other foods, and how women can enhance emotional and physical well being by responding to their vital food messages.