Bitter is better

November 26th, 2015

Everyone loves to have sweet and tasty chocolates, but bitter chocolates are better. They are beneficial for human health. If you send chocolates by post to someone then go for good quality dark chocolates, which will help maintain a proper health. Chocolates are always to cherish. If goodness is added to it, it becomes more cherish able.

Dark chocolate is full of nutrients and it makes a difference in human health in a positive way. It is made of cocoa tree and is full of antioxidants. Research shows that it is the best source of antioxidants and prevents heart diseases in a human body.

When a dark chocolate has a high cocoa content, it has a decent amount of soluble fibre in it. It also has a high amount of potassium, phosphorus, zinc and manganese. Though it is a high amount of caffeine still it does not make one awake at night.

Dark chocolate is loaded with organic compounds. It is full of polyphenols, flavonols and helps to make a human heart strong. This also makes a skin soft and supple and at the same time acts as an anti ageing component.

Dark chocolate contains high amount of flavonols and produces Nitric Acid. It improves blood flow stopping the clotting of blood vessels and maintains a proper balanced blood pressure in a human body. It improves blood flow in the arteries and prevents untimely strokes.

Consuming dark chocolate in proper proportion can actually lowers the risk of heart diseases. It also removes the bad cholesterol from human body and increases the elevated cholesterol and thus reduces the risk of heart disease. Dark chocolate reduces insulin resistance and controls blood sugar preventing diabetes. It reduces the bad plaque, which helps to maintain a proper blood pressure.

Dark Chocolate is very good for skin. The flavonols present in it protects skin from ultra violet rays and improve blood flow in skin. It increases density in the skin and keeps it hydrated.  The erythemal dose present in dark chocolate is a natural remedy for skin allergies. The most surprising fact is if someone is going for a beach vacation, start having dark chocolates prior two weeks. This keeps the skin safe from sun burn.

Last but not the least, dark chocolate improves the brain function which is the most important organ in a human body. Cocoa significantly improves cognitive function and prevents elderly people from mental impairment. Theo bromine, which is the main component of cocoa, helps keeping mind fresh and attentive.

You can also go ahead and have a dark chocolate massage once a while to make your skin more supple and make it looks glowing.

Dark chocolates are bitter. Some may not like its taste, but it is far better than sweet chocolates. It is beneficial for health. But remember; do not go for any kind of dark chocolates. Order a proper dark chocolate bar to enjoy its proper benefits. You can find a plenty of brands selling on the reputed portals in the current times.

Party it out with Chocolate

November 23rd, 2015

Ever heard of a chocolate themed party? Of course, you have. But you may not have a clear idea about how to throw one. But it is true that if you theme your party with chocolates, it will be a super hit. Some easy steps have to be followed if you want to throw one. If you have a clear idea about it, then it can be a delicious success.

The most important part of a party is the invitation. The more attractive the invitation, the more interesting the party will be. One can choose caramel coloured invitation cards and send the invitations with a basket of chocolate bars. If you want to invite through mail or post, then you can send the card and chocolates by post. Do not forget to mention that it is a chocolate themed party in your invitation card.

One can mention a dress code for the party. The dresses should be of chocolate or caramel coloured. You can also wear any shade of brown.

Set up the food table with a variety of chocolate bars and candy treats. You can also buy a chocolate fountain and keep it in the centre of the table. Chocolate pudding cake or mud cake is a must in the menu. Fruits and marshmallows can be tasty snack options. One can fry crispy bacons and baked potato chips and decorate it around the chocolate fountain.

Drinks are must in any party. But when a party is chocolate themed, there should be chocolate flavoured drinks too. Hot chocolate is a very good option if you are arranging a party in winter. Dark chocolate blended drinks and coffee are must. French wine is a great pairing with chocolates. So, if you are arranging chocolate party, then do not forget to keep wine arrangements.

Caramel coloured backdrop will make the party venue more interesting. If one can arrange some chocolate coloured wall paintings and posters telling the history of chocolates, it can be more attractive.

Though it is a chocolate themed party, do not keep all the food items that are sweet. It is also necessary to have some spicy dishes along with it. You can keep chocolates in the starters and desserts. But the main course should be normal.

The menu card can be of a shape of fake chocolate bars, which will enhance the theme more.

After the dinner, arrange some return gifts for the guests. A small chocolate box is the best option. Do not go for any chocolate boxes. Choose a box of assorted chocolates, which will make the guests happier.

Chocolate is one thing which is loved by all. It is the most delicious thing in this world. There is no wonder that a chocolate themed party will be more attractive than any other party arrangements. So, do not delay. Arrange a chocolate party for your friends and loved ones. They will enjoy it to the core as you will be more than happy to play the perfect host.

Things about chocolates which are only a myth

November 21st, 2015

If you are a chocolate lover, you must have been told by a number of people as to how chocolates have a negative impact on you, from your cholesterol to your teeth. However, most of what you have been told is nothing but a myth.

Bad cholesterol is encouraged by chocolates – It is not false that chocolate contains a lot of cocoa butter that is rich in saturated fat but the source of the fat is stearic acid, and this is not saturated fat. As per studies, chocolates in no way give way to bad cholesterol, they in fact have been proved to lower cholesterol levels.

High in caffeine – Much contrary to this popular belief, no chocolate has caffeine in them. It is true that a few dark chocolates do contain some amount of harmless caffeine but not as high as people’s opinions.

Chocolate’s sugar leads to hyperactivity There is absolutely no connection between a child’s hyperactive behaviour and his consumption of chocolates. It is not the chocolate but the environment which plays the important role in creating excitability in the child.

Diabetic people should avoid chocolates – No, if you are diabetic; you do not need to abandon chocolates totally. In fact, chocolates have a low glycaemic index. Dark chocolates help in improving insulin sensitivity in those having high blood pressure. It betters the endothelia dysfunction among diabetics, say studies.

Chocolates cause havoc to your tooth – According to a recent study, chocolates have not much of an effect on the dental plague. There is no association between cavities and chocolates. A study conducted in Osaka University, Japan, discovered that parts of cocoa bean, which is the primary ingredient of chocolate, prevent tooth decay.

Chocolates add more kg to your weight – Yes, it does but not necessarily. Monumental chocolate bars will not do your midriff any favours. However, a study conducted by National Institute of Health says that eating small amounts of chocolates a week lowers ones BMI, irrespective of the person consuming more calories.

Chocolates and sugar add up to the stress – According to a study, eating one ounce of dark chocolate a day for one week reduces stress in people complaining of stress.

Chocolates are not nutritious There are various scientific backups to prove this statement as totally false. Chocolates in fact are super foods. They are rich in antioxidants, blueberries, red wine, dietary fibre and minerals.

Chocolates lead to acne breakout – Various studies have been conducted to know the root cause of the connection between chocolates and acne. However, not a single study could come up with any association between the two. So don’t fear eating chocolates, they don’t play any dirty games with your skin.

Moral of the story? Eat chocolates without any fear and share them with your friends and family via chocolates by post. Chocolates are not doing any harm to you but extreme of anything is never advisable; chocolates as an addiction are not good. You are smart enough to know the limits of your body.

Things only a die-hard chocoholic will relate to

November 20th, 2015

Each time you go on your monthly grocery shopping spree, the first and perhaps the only thing which you always make sure of is the chocolate. Each time a friend or cousin is flying back home from abroad; all you ask them to bring for you are chocolates. Each time you are angry, all it takes for your closed ones is buy you a chocolate. If you can relate to any of these, you are a die-hard chocolate lover. Read on to meet the different situations in your life which you sure must have experienced as a chocolate lover.

You always, always have a good idea about where in the darkest of places did you hide the last piece of chocolate for nobody else to find it. And when nobody is around, you quickly gulp it down. Don’t you?

Every time your friends plan for a hangout, all you suggest is a café where you can relish on some hot chocolate. Dessert for you has only one meaning – chocolate.

When you are out eating, you always will successfully manage to fish out that one dessert on the menu card which has chocolate fillings in it. And then, of course, more than the dessert, you eat the chocolate fillings.

When someone says they do not like to eat chocolates, you feel more than happy. For obvious reason that you do not have to feel obliged to share your chocolate with them.

Every time someone asks you whether you like to eat chocolates or no, you expect them to offer you one and sometimes even ask them for it when not offered.

The definition of “kisses” for you is certainly Hershey’s.

You choose a favourite dish on the basis of how well it has been topped with chocolate. If it has chocolate topping, it has to be a heavenly dish.

You can share everything with your siblings and friends, but when it comes to chocolate, you are that selfish and mean person, who never shares. Sometimes you eat it up secretly when nobody is noticing so that there arises no question of sharing.

You lick your fingers like a baby and devour on each piece like it is the last one.

That moment when you are at a birthday and you see the chocolate icing of the cake being wasted by smearing it on the birthday person, your heart simply breaks into a million places.

When you are baking a cake, half of the chocolate is licked by you rather than being stuffed in the cake.

When you go to Dominoes, your first order is the molten lava cake. Only after that do you order a pizza.

When you look at a chocolate fountain, you tell yourself that it is the greatest invention by humankind ever.

When someone asks you what is it that you want as a birthday gift, your prompt reply is always the same – chocolates.

If you know one such chocoholic, send them chocolates by post this winter to share some happiness and sweetness!

Keeping the Gift Chocolaty and Simple

November 7th, 2015

Who doesn’t love chocolates? Almost everyone around the globe has lust for these little brown sweet things. There are some crazy people out there, who even can’t live without chocolates. Chocolates are wonderful in every possible way and they are sweeter if you share them with someone and even sweeter when you receive them as a gift. The very idea of receiving chocolates by post is enchanting for many. While selecting gifts can be a daunting task, but selecting chocolates for your loved ones is easy, you can walk in a store, choose their favourite chocolates, pay and then walk out with a smile, as simple as that.

Okay! It might be a simple thing to do but before selecting and buying the chocolates, you should keep in mind few practical things and they can be of great help. Festive season is just around the corner and a lot of chocolates can be found in stores but not all are good when it comes to the quality, rate and taste.

  • Choose the best quality chocolates

Although chocolates will be chocolates irrespective of brands but you should not compromise on the richness of chocolate. Also, you must choose the best shape as they are one of the key factors while sending them by post. Avoid sending chocolates that are fragile and can melt easily. For example, take the case of soft candies, they are one of the most tempting chocolates available in the market, but they are not good for sending them by post to your loved ones as they can be broken easily and will arrive on the scene with broken pieces, with much disappointment to everyone’s eyes. Moreover, chocolates need refrigeration before consumption, so do make a note of that as well.

 

  • Cut down on the prices using these simple methods

Chocolates can cost you a good fortune if you buy them for almost everyone without availing any offers. They are the perfect gift undoubtedly but if cut down a bit on the pricing, it would be an icing on the cake. There are several discounts in super markets on chocolates if you buy them in bulk. This way, you can buy the gifts for everyone and save a bit on it as well. There are plenty of offers on Swiss chocolates if you buy them online.

  • Do not forget to attach a personal note

A specially written note has more significance for people than you can think of. It shows that you didn’t just pick out and mail the gifts but also took time to write a lovely heartfelt wish for them. Even if you write only a line or two it will be worthwhile. Remember, it is always the thought that counts. Your gift won’t just be unique and stand out among others; it will also have a touch of genuineness to it.

That’s it! Once you have posted them, your part is done. Wait for your friends and relatives to receive it and although you cannot see the bright and big smile that it brings to their face, you can imagine how it must have been a total surprise for them. The happiness and joy that they feel, that is the real essence of the festival. It would have been meaningless without it.