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Wednesday, February 1, 2012

[AlternativeAnswers] EMU OIL

I am looking for all information I can get on Emu Oil. What are the
qualities I should look for? Is there any possibility of purchasing one
that is pure with no processing or added ingredients?

Anything anyone can share will be greatly appreciated.

Abundant Blessings,

Cynthia

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[AlternativeAnswers] Health Benefits of Chocolate!

I personally love chocolate, that's why when I found this article I thought it was very balanced and helpful and wanted to share it with you:

Health Benefits of Chocolate
From Mark Stibich, Ph.D., former About.com Guide
Updated April 26, 2009
"Why is Dark Chocolate Healthy?:
Chocolate is made from plants, which means it contains many of the health benefits of dark vegetables. These benefits are from flavonoids, which act as antioxidants. Antioxidants protect the body from aging caused by free radicals, which can cause damage that leads to heart disease. Dark chocolate contains a large number of antioxidants (nearly 8 times the number found in strawberries). Flavonoids also help relax blood pressure through the production of nitric oxide, and balance certain hormones in the body.
Heart Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate:
Dark chocolate is good for your heart. A small bar of it everyday can help keep your heart and cardiovascular system running well. Two heart health benefits of dark chocolate are:
• Lower Blood Pressure: Studies have shown that consuming a small bar of dark chocolate everyday can reduce blood pressure in individuals with high blood pressure.
• Lower Cholesterol: Dark chocolate has also been shown to reduce LDL cholesterol (the bad cholesterol) by up to 10 percent.
Other Benefits of Dark Chocolate:
Chocolate also holds benefits apart from protecting your heart:
• it tastes good
• it stimulates endorphin production, which gives a feeling of pleasure
• it contains serotonin, which acts as an anti-depressant
• it contains theobromine, caffeine and other substances which are stimulants
Doesn't Chocolate Have a lot of Fat?:
Here is some more good news -- some of the fats in chocolate do not impact your cholesterol. The fats in chocolate are 1/3 oleic acid, 1/3 stearic acid and 1/3 palmitic acid:
• Oleic Acid is a healthy monounsaturated fat that is also found in olive oil.
• Stearic Acid is a saturated fat but one which research is shows has a neutral effect on cholesterol.
• Palmitic Acid is also a saturated fat, one which raises cholesterol and heart disease risk.
That means only 1/3 of the fat in dark chocolate is bad for you.
Chocolate Tip 1 - Balance the Calories:
This information doesn't mean that you should eat a pound of chocolate a day. Chocolate is still a high-calorie, high-fat food. Most of the studies done used no more than 100 grams, or about 3.5 ounces, of dark chocolate a day to get the benefits.
One bar of dark chocolate has around 400 calories. If you eat half a bar of chocolate a day, you must balance those 200 calories by eating less of something else. Cut out other sweets or snacks and replace them with chocolate to keep your total calories the same.
Chocolate Tip 2 - Taste the Chocolate:
Chocolate is a complex food with over 300 compounds and chemicals in each bite. To really enjoy and appreciate chocolate, take the time to taste it. Professional chocolate tasters have developed a system for tasting chocolate that include assessing the appearance, smell, feel and taste of each piece.
Chocolate Tip 3 - Go for Dark Chocolate:
Dark chocolate has far more antioxidants than milk or white chocolate. These other two chocolates cannot make any health claims. Dark chocolate has 65 percent or higher cocoa content.
Chocolate Tip 4 - Skip the Nougat:
You should look for pure dark chocolate or dark chocolate with nuts, orange peel or other flavorings. Avoid anything with caramel, nougat or other fillings. These fillings are just adding sugar and fat which erase many of the benefits you get from eating the chocolate.
Chocolate Tip 5 - Avoid Milk:
It may taste good but some research shows that washing your chocolate down with a glass of milk could prevent the antioxidants being absorbed or used by your body."

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[AlternativeAnswers] A Vagabond Valentine's

JOIN US FOR THE 2ND ANNUAL VAGABOND VALENTINE'S WEEKEND AT VAGABOND RANCH HUTS IN STILLWATER, COLORADO!
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This is one of the only fully catered and supported events that we offer, so come be pampered in the back country.

After skiing in Friday evening, you will be greeted with a warm fire, hearty Tuscan stew and freshly baked bread. The rest of the weekend will include delicious and locally sourced meals including a four-course dinner of homemade pasta, roasted pork, vegetables, and dessert on Saturday night. Spend the days Nordic skiing on groomed trails, backcountry skiing including a snowmobile ski drop for experienced skiers, or take a specially offered yoga or meditation class. Vagabond Ranch offers a luxury backcountry experience with hot showers and a hot tub.

Couples should reserve private rooms early. Shared rooms start at $294 per person for the weekend, and include 2 nights of lodging, linens, towels and all meals. Beer and wine available for purchase on site,
or you are welcome to bring your own. Come as a couple or an individual, and you will be sure to enjoy a weekend filled with delicious food, beautiful scenery, outdoor adventure, and rejuvenation.
WEEKEND OF FEBRUARY 1 0 -- 1 2, 2012

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