chocolate in the news
Chocolate and the pseudo-morphine effects on the Human Brain
January 18, 2013
Endorphins are chemicals that are endogenously occurring and are functioning as good and efficient neurotransmitters. These are produced mainly by the pituitary gland and the hypothalamus during the experience of pain, excitement, exercise, spicy foods and yes, love.
Another derivative of endorphin, known as enkephalin, is a peptide that is able to do the activation of many cerebral opioid receptors that are responsible for the intense and insatiable drive for eating that can be compared to the same mechanism of narcotics that are bound to kill pain.
Eating in bulk, and even consistent small frequent feedings, are revolved around the idea of being overly compulsive and doing some kind of over-consumption that triggers the brain’s reward and satiety center.
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Medicating Cough With Chocolate?
January 11, 2013
It's cold and flu season. And, if you've been watching the news in the U.S. you've been hearing about how widespread the current flu is taking its toll.
Nobody likes getting sick. At least none that I know of who are still in their right state of mind, most especially me. I am not myself when I am sick. It feels like some dementor sucked out all the life out of me and left me helpless with a feverish feeling, leaking nose,
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Chocolate Cutbacks in Europe
December 7, 2012
Sad stories break my heart. There are times when I hesitate to turn on the television, expecting only to see negative vibes on the daily news program. I know I have to stop being a little girl and act like a wise and proper, mature woman.
But I just recently learned the chocolate industry in Europe is going through tough times. Can you please tell me to act prim the next time. For now, I would just like to sulk and bawl on the fact that chocolate is slowly fading away. No!!!!
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Probiotic Chocolate Biscuits
November 13, 2012
Truth be told, I am a chocolate addict just like all the other millions of people in the world. I could finish a whole bar of milk chocolate all to myself or consume a liter of chocolate drink in one sitting.
But at the back of this chocolate obsession attitude of mine is the thought of making the most out of everything while I still can. I may be young and active now. But who know what follows five, ten, or twenty years from now?
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M&M Color Influence In Honey
November 8, 2012
When a baby is newly born, they say that it can see but only in shades of black and white. As the little one grows bigger, it gets attracted to more vibrant hues. Once school starts, one of the most important lessons taught are the different color schemes.
This just goes to show that colors play a big role in our lives. The same things goes with food. The more variety of colors there is, the more it is pleasing to the eyes and delicious to the taste buds. Which is why a lot of food manufacturing companies maximize this phenomenon. The holds especially true with the candy selling brands.
Imagine how successful the use of color has been for M&M's. Here's a candy that used an effective technique to lure in not just the children, but also those who are young at heart.
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Crispello Chocolate Bar For Women Only?
October 30, 2012
I am not well versed as to where the divisions of the world came from. Wars between countries, feuds between families, inequality between the wealthy and the poor, discrimination between males and females, and the list goes on. We do not have enough time to explore all these issues.
Levity aside, isn’t it just so tiring to have to pick a side and find all the right things to say just so you can stand your ground? There are already a lot of injuries out there. But to add insult to them, even the chocolate manufacturers decided to join in on the fun by creating their very own sexist chocolate brand.
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Chocolate makes snails smarter?
October 26, 2012
There have been lots of rumors and talks about foods that are designed to enhance brain functions. And this has taken the world’s imagination by storm. If you happen to type the word "superfood" and search for it in the internet, you will be surprised to see many and diverse websites that are dedicated to this topic.
A dedicated group of researchers from the University of Calgary has become fascinated and curious about how certain dietary factors can really have an effect on memory, either impairing or enhancing it. Initially Ken Lukowiak was very skeptical regarding this matter. He stated, "I didn’t think any of this stuff would work."
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Hershey’s Going All Out for Certified Cocoa
October 23, 2012
It takes a lot of perseverance to be on top. Whatever aspect you may think of, this thought applies to that. Success, fame and wealth is sweet. Most especially for the largest chocolate manufacturer in North America, Hershey’s.
Hershey’s is one of the most well-loved brands. I know I do. It has been on heights and is still soaring up as the years go by.
To add more to its awesomeness, a statement from them released October 3, 2012 stated that by the year 2020, 100 percent of its cocoa will be from certified sources. I can just imagine the overflowing chocolates, but more so the big help in can give to the small scale cocoa farmers of West Africa.
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Added Awesomeness To The Already Awesome Chocolate
October 11, 2012
Did my title just scare you? Please, say it didn't. I may come off as a chocoholic who worships chocolate and its overall greatness. Well, yeah, that is actually true. But heck. I am sane enough to be writing this for you. So, welcome, and go on with your reading, and you will perfectly understand why I am just this appreciative when it comes to chocolate.
Lots of things have already been said about chocolate when it comes to its beneficial effects to the human mind and body. Little did we know that further studies and research are being conducted in order to lengthen the existing long list of the good things about it.
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Chocolate Helps Jennifer Hudson Reach Ideal Weight
September 28, 2012
It's probably safe to assume that you know Jennifer Hudson, an American recording artist, actress and spokesperson. It’s fairly well known that she went from a size 16 to a size 6.
You’ve heard it before and you’ve read it before, especially if you were able to stumble upon my previous blog posts. According to recent studies, chocolate can actually aid individuals who are looking to shed some unwanted pounds. Research has shown that people who frequently consume chocolate have a lower body mass index (BMI) compared to those who don’t. Body mass index is the ratio of weight to height, and this indicates the body’s fatness.
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