MacaActive - Overview of Ingredients And User Results

MacaActive - Overview of Ingredients And User Results Tried and tested by thousands of men around the world, MacaActive has proven itself to be one of the finest male enhancement products around. It has also been one of the most controversial products out there, mainly because the only ingredient in it is maca. While this ingredient is a potent one, some of the more potent products contain a lot more than that, including such extracts as longfolia and Butea superba.

We scoured the internet to see what kind of results men had with MacaActive, and found that the greater majority approve of this supplement. Most users were men between the ages of 42 - 63, and had experienced problems with their sexual health for a minimum of 5 years. This supplement is actually one of the few, however, that can be used by women as well, as it is a natural menopause relief. Their have been many documented articles from nationally recognized doctors who have studies the effects of this pill, and they have found a variety of benefits. It was found that by taking maca for a minimum of one month, female patients had balanced hormone levels, increased their energy levels, and improved sexual performance. The same results were found with men who used the supplement for more than 2 months, and included a strengthened immune system, and improved sperm count. You can find MacaActive for sale on their website, and through a variety of other online retailers. We suggest that you try a small amount before you decided to buy in any large quantities. MacaActive - Overview of Ingredients And User Results

Natural Beauty With Ingredients From Your Kitchen

Natural Beauty With Ingredients From Your Kitchen Aren't we are all looking for natural ingredients in our cosmetics today? Natural ingredients are the best thing for your skin. Did you know that you can use what you already have in your kitchen to clean, exfoliate and moisturize your skin? You can make your own skin treatments from these natural ingredients for every type of skin. The ingredients from natural homemade skin care will soothe your skin and will never over dry it, and you will save tons of money!

A note on using natural skincare: The recipes that I have recommended are very messy, and because they are real foods, you will need to find a place in your home where you can clean up the mess easily after your beauty treatments. Also these mixtures do not have any preservatives so you can only use them once and then throw away whatever remains in your dish. Here are a few mixtures that I like: Try olive oil as a moisturizer. I personally use this as a moisturizer and love it! I have a little bit of redness due to sensitive skin around my cheeks and nose. When I use olive oil before bed, I wake up in the morning and my skin looks unbelievable. Mix egg yolk and honey in a dish for a great face mask. Put it on your skin (it's kind of messy so apply it carefully), leave it on for 20 minutes, and then rinse it off. It is excellent for sensitive skin. I also add olive oil to this mix sometimes if I want a little extra moisture. Mash up some avocados for a great treatment for dry skin, smooth it onto your face, leave it on for 20 minutes and then rinse off. Honey, lemon and olive oil is a really good home made moisturizer for your dry skin. Apply this to your skin and leave it on for about 10 to 15 min. then rinse it off with warm water. Use brown sugar and honey with a drop or two of water for a fantastic exfoliator! Don't over rub with it though if you have sensitive skin. (Just rub it gently). Then rinse your face off with warm water. For oily skin use egg yolk. It will dry up any excess oil. Apply it to your skin with a cotton ball and leave on for 15 min. then rinse it off with cold water. For oily skin astringent use lemon juice from fresh lemons. Squeeze fresh lemon in a dish and use a cotton ball and apply to the oiliest spots on your face. Then rinse off with warm water. For more recipes and more details for natural skin care visit my article. Natural Beauty With Ingredients From Your Kitchen

Super Chocolate Cookies

Super Chocolate Cookies SUPER CHOCOLATE COOKIES

Ingredients: ½-cup Walnuts, chopped 8-ounces Cream cheese, softened 1-teaspoon Vanilla 1-stick Butter, softened 1-large Egg 1-box (18¼-ounces) Chocolate cake mix 12-ounces Chocolate frosting ¼-cup Powdered sugar ¼-cup Sprinkles Instructions: Preheat oven to 350°. Beat Butter, vanilla, and cream cheese until smooth. Add egg; beat at medium speed until well blended. Add cake mix; beat at low speed for about 2 minutes or until mixture is smooth; stir in chopped walnuts. Shape cookie dough into 1-inch balls and place 1-inch apart on cookie sheet sprayed with cooking spray. Bake for 8 minutes, cookies will look under baked, but they are not. Let cookies stand on cookie sheets for 5 minutes; transfer to foil or wire racks to cool completely. Spoon 1 teaspoon of chocolate frosting and spread over cookie; sprinkle each cookie with powdered sugar and sprinkles. Makes about 4 dozen cookies Note: Sometimes to change these up I substitute the vanilla with another extract such as strawberry extract. You can find this recipe and many more at Cristie's Cookin. Be sure to submit your favorite recipe for a chance to win a free "Gotcha Covered" apron. While you at it check out those unique spices, Ring It, Bling It and Zing It. Don't forget to check out "11.11.11" on Cristie's extra page. Super Chocolate Cookies

Dermalift SP Ingredients and Information

Dermalift SP Ingredients and Information Dermalift SP has been tested clinically as a product that is able to add additional moisture to your skin and to keep the moisture in your skin for long periods of time. It is said to be great for maintaining a healthy and hydrated skin. We were curious to find out why this product was being used by so many women globally and why it was so successful in preventing cracked, dry and peeled skin; firming the skin and adding skin elasticity? We made a decision to find out what the ingredients were and how they worked. Our primary focus was to make sure the ingredients were natural and safe.

This particular skin cream has proven to be an effective substitute to Botox injections, which, in various cases, has a variety of negative side effects on some people. Known as the 'moisture magnet,' this wrinkle cream has a secret and unique combination of active ingredients that consists mainly of peptides. One of these peptides is called the 'Polymoist-PS complex,' which firms the face and reduces signs of wrinkles. The peptides or proteins in this product aids in the increase of elastin and collagen. It is said that Polymoist-PS complex helps to rouse the natural regeneration properties of the skin's epidermis as it strengthens the moisturizing aspects of the product. In essence, this ingredient is meant to postpone the aging process. This particular wrinkle cream also contains Vitamin E, which provides the appropriate nutrients necessary to keep the skin youthful and firm. Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant and moisturizing agent in conjunction with Saccharide Isolerate. Another ingredient is mango and cocoa butter, which nourishes the skin in order to assist with the preservation of a balanced skin. Argireline is also a protein ingredient contained in this anti aging cream and is popular in most anti-aging products. It helps to relax the facial muscles while giving the skin a generally smoother look. Some of the natural ingredients include coconut and avocado extracts, which is also hydrates the skin and gives a vibrant skin color. In addition, soy protein is also included and it produces a bright skin tone as it fades the aging spots and skin wrinkles. It is believed that these ingredients tend to increase the hydration of the skin to as much as 130% after an hour after applying the product. In addition, the active ingredients are believed to increase the skin's firmness by 25% and reduce the appearance of wrinkles by 20%. Read more on Dermalift SP from Real Users. Dermalift SP Ingredients and Information

Coconut Dream Cookies With Mini Chocolate Chips, a Sweet Treat for College Care Packages

Coconut Dream Cookies With Mini Chocolate Chips, a Sweet Treat for College Care Packages My twin grandchildren, one male, one female, returned to college last week. One attends a large state university the other attends a small private school. Both of my grandchildren are please with their college choices. This year, instead of living in a dorm, my grandson is renting an apartment with three home-town buddies.

There are two bedrooms in the apartment and each has two beds. One room is for "The Neats" and the other room is for "The Slobs." The kitchen is small, but efficient, and the young men will be preparing their own meals and cleaning up after themselves. One of the roommates is a pretty good cook and so is my grandson. Last year I sent my grandchildren care packages from home and they were a hit. In February I sent them Valentine boxes. I tucked a small teddy bear in my granddaughter's parcel. She liked the contents so much she photographed them. Another year has started. What should I put in my first care package? The Bright Bulb website says college students like packages with holiday themes. Chocolate chip cookies, coffee, tea and cocoa mixes are favorite items. Students also appreciate batteries, stress balls, phone and gift cards. Since my grandson likes cookies I decided to make a batch. I had some coconut in the freezer and decided to use it in a basic cookie recipe. A cup of mini chops, left over from previous baking, added a chocolate twist. Finally, I added vanilla and almond extracts. The cookies were amazing! Are you getting ready to send a care package to a college student? This recipe for Coconut Dream Cookies with Mini Chocolate Chips will get a five-star review. Ingrediets 1 stick butter (half cup) or 1 stick I Can't Believe It's Not Butter margarine 1 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg, room temperature 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon pure almond extract 1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut 1 cup mini chocolate chips 1 cup pre-sifted regular flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt Method Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. In a small bowl sift flour, baking powder, and salt together. In a marge bowl cream butter and sugar together. Beat in egg. Add extracts, coconut and mini chips. Add half of the flour mixture. Work in the remaining flour mixture with a wooden spoon. Drop rounded teaspoonfuls of batter onto baking sheets, leaving two inches between each cookie. Bake 10-15 minutes, until the edgs start to brown. These cookies brown quickly so keep your eye on them. Remove cookies from oven and let them cool for several seconds before removing them from the pan. Store cookies in an air-tight container. Yield: About 3 dozen. Coconut Dream Cookies With Mini Chocolate Chips, a Sweet Treat for College Care Packages

The Process of Making Imported Chocolate

The Process of Making Imported Chocolate The Chocolate Making Process

Chocolate is a good as it raw ingredients. If you get some of the world class renowed chocolatiers with the same ingredients you will get the same chocolate. The main basic ingredient to any chocolate is cacao. Then will come sugar, butter and milk. For organic chocolate production no additives, colourings and emulsifiers are used and usually costs more. Texture - the smoother the more refined a chocolate brand is in appearance. People have different palate so no two people can taste the same chocolate alike. Some people cannot tell the difference between these two terms: cacao and cocoa. What is the difference between cacao and cocoa? Sometimes "cacao" and "cocoa" are used interchangeably. However, technically, "cocoa" should be used in reference to the powder product, while "cacao" should be used when referring to the bean, which yields the cacao components, that are chocolate liquor, cocoa butter and funnily enough - cocoa powder. Chocolate is made in a more or less the same method. Some manufacturers may add or decrease some parts of the process according to their desired product. How Chocolate is Made Step 1: Selecting the Bean After the cacao beans have been sourced from different or a specific country, these pass through a bean cleaning machine that removes extraneous materials. Different bean varieties are then precisely blended to produce a distinct flavour that sets the brand apart from another. A formula is worked to blend the beans, this is both an art and science of chocolate making. Serious chocolate companies reject some of the beans as these do not meet their flavor standards. This ensures that every chocolate bar and novelty products tastes the same. Roasting the Bean After the selection and cleaning process is done, the beans are roasted to develop the desired chocolate flavor. They are roasted in large rotary cylinders. Depending on the varieties of the beans and the desired end result, the roasting lasts from 30 minutes to two hours at very high temperatures. During roasting, the bean color changes to a rich brown, and the aroma of chocolate comes through. After roasting, the bean shells are cracked and removed, leaving the essence of pure chocolate called the "nib". For Dutch-processed cacao, a solution is added to produce nibs that are darker and less acidic in flavor. The more a bean is roasted the most intense is the flavour. Milling the Liquor The roasted nibs are milled through a process that liquefies the cocoa butter in the nibs and forms "chocolate liquor." Chocolate liquor is non-alcoholic and simply refers to the chocolate liquid. The chocolate liquor can either be pressed for cocoa butter and cocoa powders, or molded and solidified to make unsweetened chocolate. Cocoa Pressing The cocoa press takes a portion of the cocoa butter from the chocolate liquor, leaving "cocoa cakes." The cocoa butter is used in the manufacture of chocolates; the remaining cakes of cocoa solids are pulverized into cocoa powders. Refining Ingredients such as chocolate liquor, sugar, cocoa butter, and milk powder, in quantities that make up the different types of chocolate, are blended in mixers to a paste with the consistency of a dough. Chocolate is refined by going through a set of rollers which crush the paste into flakes that are significantly reduced in size. This step is critical in determining how smooth chocolate is when eaten. Mixing Different manufactures refine their chocolates to different degrees, mostly commonly is 40 microns. Any higher refining gives the chocolate an extremely smooth texture with no "graininess". Conching Conching is a process to develop the flavour of chocolate, during which the chocolate is put under constant agitation. These machines have large paddles that sweep back and forth through the refined chocolate mass. This process can take a few hours to several days. Conching reduces moisture, drives off any lingering acidic flavors, and coats each particle of chocolate with a layer of cocoa butter. The resulting chocolate has a smoother, mellower flavor. Tempering and Molding The chocolate then undergoes a tempering process where it is heated and coooled. This creates small, stable cocoa butter crystals in the fluid chocolate mass. It is deposited into molds of different forms: chips, chunks, wafers and bars. Proper tempering creates a finished product that has a glossy, smooth appearance. Cooling and Packaging The molded chocolate enters controlled cooling tunnels to solidify the pieces. Depending on the size of the chocolate pieces, the cooling cycle takes between 20 minutes to two hours. From the cooling tunnels, the chocolate is packaged for delivery to retailers and ultimately into the hands of consumers. The Process of Making Imported Chocolate

How to Make a Chocolate Cappuccino Cheesecake

How to Make a Chocolate Cappuccino Cheesecake Here is the cheesecake recipe for chocolate lovers and cappuccino addicts. This cheesecake is not hard to make but is impressive. The chocolate cookie crust filled with cream cheese, chocolate, espresso, cinnamon, etc. is then topped with an espresso cream. This cake is perfect for entertaining guests, especially your friends who are cappuccino aficionados.

CAPPUCCINO CHEESECAKE 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs 6 tbsp butter, melted 1 1/4 cups mini milk chocolate chips, divided 4 pkgs (8-oz each) cream cheese, softened 2/3 cup sugar 3 eggs 1/3 cup milk 1 tbsp instant espresso powder 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine the cookie crumbs and butter. Press the mixture into bottom and 1-inch up the side of a 9-inch spring form pan; set aside. In a small saucepan, melt one cup of the mini chips over low heat, stirring constantly. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until well blended using medium speed of an electric mixer. Add eggs, milk, espresso powder, and cinnamon; beat on low speed until well blended. Add melted chips; beat on medium speed 2 minutes. Spoon into the crust. Bake 55 minutes. Remove from oven and set on a wire rack to cool. Cool for 15 minutes then using a knife, loosen cake from the sides of the pan. Cool completely then remove the side of the pan. Cover cake and refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving. Before serving, garnish with the Espresso Cream, recipe follows, and the remaining mini chips. Espresso Cream: Beat 1/2 cup cold whipping cream, 2 tbsp powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder until stiff. Enjoy! How to Make a Chocolate Cappuccino Cheesecake

Chocolate Chip Cookies Just a Mistake

Chocolate Chip Cookies Just a Mistake The inventor - or creator - of the chocolate chip cookie was Ruth Wakefield. In 1924, Ruth Wakefield after graduating from Framingham State Normal School's Department of Household Arts, she lectured on food and worked as a dietitian. After marrying, she and her husband bought a tourist lodge (bed and breakfast) and called it the "Toll House Inn."

Sound familiar? Well the chocolate chip cookie actually came about by sheer accident. Ruth Wakefield was responsible for, and cooked the meals of, the guests at Toll House Inn. She had a special recipe called Butter Drop Do cookies. This recipe called for crumbled baker's chocolate - a bitter chocolate if you've ever taken a bite. One day while baking away, Ruth realized she did not have any baker's chocolate on hand, but she did have a semi-sweet chocolate bar. So she cut that up into bits and pieces and added it to her recipe. Unlike baker's chocolate which melts down completely, the semi-sweet pieces only partially melted. Leaving those lovely bits of chocolate we all love so much. And, of course, her cookies were a big hit with her guests. But the story doesn't end there... The misused chocolate bar was actually a gift from Andrew Nestle - of yes, the Nestle Chocolate Company. As Ruth's cookies grew and grew in popularity so did the sale of Nestle's semi-sweet chocolate bars! It wasn't long before Andrew Nestle and Ruth Wakefield struck a deal which was Ruth's printed recipe on the back of every package of Toll House Chocolate Chips. In return for getting the recipe, Ruth received a lifetime's supply of Nestle's chocolate. Ruth did write her own cookbook called "Toll House Tried and True Recipes," in 1940. In 1977 Ruth passed away, and on New Year's Eve, 1984, the Toll House Inn burned to the ground. However, to this day the agreement holds and Ruth's recipe continues on the back of each Nestlé Toll House chocolate bar package. She continues to be so honored into the 21st century. Thirty years later, with health on everyone's minds, here's a great twist to the traditional chocolate chip recipe. Add sugarless candy chocolate bits to your cookies! Traditional chocolate chip cookie taste with less calories. Who knows... the next cookie could be your greatest invention. =================================== Chocolate Chip Cookies Just a Mistake

The Best Anti Aging Skin Ingredients - 3 Proven Wrinkle Smoothers

The Best Anti Aging Skin Ingredients - 3 Proven Wrinkle Smoothers The very best anti aging skin ingredients are proven to reduce wrinkles and fine lines, firm up sagging skin, reduce age spots, and even give the skin a youthful glow. They are mostly not found in regular retail store products, but rather found in the creams of cutting-edge skin care companies.

1. Cynergy TK This ingredient is truly a breakthrough in anti aging skin care, as it effectively stimulates the growth of collagen, elastin, and new skin cells. This is wonderful since this reduces wrinkles, lines and sagging. The growth of collagen and elastin naturally slows down when you get older, and this causes wrinkles and other signs of aging. There are also creams containing collagen and elastin, but these are ineffective. The collagen molecules are too large to get into the skin, and even if they were to penetrate the skin simply rubbing them in won't replace the deficiencies. In addition to its anti-aging effects, Cynergy TK moisturizes deeply and improves the radiance of the skin. 2. Natural Vitamin E One of the most renowned and best anti aging skin ingredients is natural vitamin E, which has been proven in several scientific studies to reverse the visible signs of aging. More specifically it has shown to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and lines, as well as prevent the appearance of age spots. This is most likely due to it being so rich in antioxidants. 3. Coenzyme Q10 This vitamin-like substance is also very rich in antioxidants. When used in the nano-form Nano-Lipobelle H-EQ10 it has been proven to reduce wrinkles and reverse signs of aging. The dramatic anti-wrinkle effect it has is because of its ability to increase the production of collagen and elastin. It also fights free radicals in the body with its potent antioxidants. The Best Anti Aging Skin Ingredients - 3 Proven Wrinkle Smoothers

MonaVie Active Ingredients

MonaVie Active Ingredients MonaVie Active, together with MonaVie, MonaVie Pulse, MonaVie E and MonaVie Kosher, are fruit juices produced by the MonaVie Corporation. All the juices, aside from MonaVie E, have the identical components, a mix of 19 fresh fruits which is greater than a sweet drink, is really a health fruit juice which allows you to utilize those fruits on your wellbeing. This MonaVie Active drink can be found both bottled as well as in the gel pack type and it can easily be recognized from the different fruit juices with the MonaVie Company because every supplement features its own unique coloration, green being for MonaVie Active.

Within the Monavie Active fruit juice there are the exact same 19 fruits which made MonaVie a real flourishing cocktail globally: very first and the most essential becoming the acai fruit, then bilberries, aronias, kiwi, bananas, prunes, nashi pears, lychee fruits, white grapes, purple grapes, pears, wolfberries, blueberries, apricots, acerola cherries, pomegranates, cranberries, camu camu berries, passion fruits. In the event that there have been utilized just these kinds of fruits than they should have named the drink simply MonaVie, exactly why refer to it as Active, correct? Basically for the reason that Monavie Active drink provides several extra elements: plant extracted glucosamine and antioxidants. Let's begin by talking about glucosamine as well as the reason why it's an essential component in the Monavie Active mix. Glucosamine is a substance present in our physical structures like a primary factor within the growth and development of the cartilages and will furthermore preserve bones. You can find 3 forms of glucosamine and those are: glucosamine, sulfate, glucosamine hydrochloride and N-acetyl glucosamine. A couple of of these are far better since the modification procedure on 100 % pure glucosamine within our body's the fastest. We could proceed a little more forward and when we glance at their outcomes, we're going to observe that plus hydrochloride is much more than 79% glucosamine, the 21% leftover to be different substances, as well as the sulfate 1 consists of maximum 52% glucosamine. The scientists at the MonaVie Company chose to make use of the glucosamine hydrochloride within the MonaVie Active liquid to increase the advantages of the person. Another factor on the list is represented by the antioxidants. These are similar to superheroes, struggling with malefic characters, precisely the toxins. These toxins may be contained in the body because of an awful diet plan, a lot of cigarette smoking, each active and passive, insomnia as well as stress. Even when we stay away from many of the issues that increase the risk for toxins being contained in our bodies, it's extremely difficult to prevent just about all because our every day life is getting increasingly busier so we have to endure issues that our own parents and grandparents didn't needed to. This is when the antioxidants prove useful because they will reduce the effects of the toxins and they'll not be dangerous for the entire body any longer. For this reason the MonaVie Active has on the list associated with components antioxidants, in between some other MonaVie components. MonaVie Active Ingredients

How to Make the Best Chocolate Cake

How to Make the Best Chocolate Cake We all know that chocolate cake is one of the easiest cakes to prepare but not everyone can make it deliciously, just like the ones that we have in pastry shops and restaurants. For you to bake chocolate cake that you and your family will surely love here is a chocolate cake recipe for you.

With a history that dates back to 1764, chocolate indeed goes a long way, proving that it is a favorite food among most people. It was first made when chocolate was first discovered, using ground cocoa beans using two circular millstones. It was further improved in 1879 when conching was introduced by Swiss Rodolphe. Conching is the process of making chocolate smoother and silkier which then made it better for baking since it mixes with batters completely. In 1930, there were chocolate cake mixes sold by the Duff Company in Pittsburgh. Chocolate cake became very popular during the 1980s and the 1990s wherein there can be other ingredients added aside from the chocolate such as tea, champagne, red pepper and a lot more. To this date, there are a lot of chocolate cake variants such as layer cakes, black forest cake, soufflé cake, fudge cake, snowball cake and a lot more. One of the best chocolate cake variations is the black forest cake, which you can serve for both children and adults. For this delicious recipe, what you will need are 1/2 cup of softened butter, 1 1/4 cups of sugar, two eggs, 1 1/4 cups of all purpose flour, 1/2 cup of natural unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon each of baking soda and vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder and 3/4 cup of buttermilk. For the filling, you will need 2 cans of cherry pie filling, 3 cups of heavy whipped cream, 1/4 cup of confectioner's sugar. Should you choose to have garnish, you can have milk chocolate curls or sweet cherries or other garnishes that you prefer. You will first need to prepare the cake which you start by doing the basics - preheating your oven to 350 0F and lining a cake pan with greaseproof paper. In a mixing bowl, beat the butter and the sugar using an electric mixer until it is fluffy and white. While beating the butter, add one egg at a time while mixing it well. Add the other ingredients - the cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, baking soda, buttermilk and vanilla extract and continue mixing until the mixture is already smooth. Afterwards, place the mixture into the cake pan and then bake for about 45 minutes. When it is already cooked, allow it to cool then cut into three layers horizontally. For the filling, you will first need to drain the cherry pie so that the juices will be removed. In a mixing bowl, beat the whipped cream and the confectioner's sugar until it is already thick. Shave the chocolate using a vegetable peeler and then refrigerate the mixture while waiting for the cake to be baked. When the cake is ready and the filling is prepared, you are now ready to assemble your black forest chocolate cake. You will first need to put one layer of the cake on a serving plate and then spread some of the whipped cream on top and then adding the cherry pie. Add the next layer of the cake and then do the same process. For the last layer, spread the whipped cream and the spread the remaining on the sides. Add the garnish of your choice and your black forest chocolate cake is now ready to be served. Do this chocolate cake recipe and you will surely be delighted by the result if you follow the instructions carefully. You and your companions will certainly be looking forward to having more chocolate cakes from you. How to Make the Best Chocolate Cake

The Best Anti-Aging Face Cream Natural Ingredients

The Best Anti-Aging Face Cream Natural Ingredients In order to be effective, an anti aging face cream should contain compounds that improve the body's natural production of new skin cells, collagen and elastin fibers. But, there is another important consideration and that is the safety of the ingredients.

Rather than causing cancer, you want ingredients that have been shown to fight or kill cancer cell lines. Wrinkles and fine lines spoil your appearance, but so will the process used to remove cancerous growths from the face and body. Many cosmetic companies, particularly in the United States, are still using chemical compounds that are suspected of or known to cause cancer, either in laboratory animals, in humans or both. The Food and Drug Administration will not require these companies to stop using these dangerous compounds, but you can stop using their anti aging face cream and other products. There is a new on-line database that lists the ingredients in popular commonly used cosmetics. They rank them according to their safety. It's called "Skin Deep". For example, Avon's anti aging face cream contains butyl-parabens, which are known to have estrogen-like activity and can drive the growth of cancerous tumors. The researchers for the Environmental Working Group list a number of concerns about the product and rank it as a high hazard, saying that most products are safer. So, instead of the average anti aging face cream from a company that doesn't really seem concerned about your skin's health; why not look for something better. There are a number of natural compounds that are not only safe, but have been shown to "fight" cancerous tumors, rather than drive their growth. Most of those compounds are called antioxidants. They slow the activity of or destroy free radicals on a cellular level. They slow and reverse the oxidation process that causes the skin to look older and more wrinkled. The best anti aging face cream that I have found contains a large number of highly active antioxidants, including vitamin E, coenzyme Q10 and lesser known plant antioxidants. It also contains essential fatty acids and proteins that are components of the fibrous mesh that is the skin. Here's a brief look at some of the ingredients. Keratin is a protein that is one of the major components of healthy skin. Functional Keratin is a patented form of the protein that can be readily absorbed by the skin. You may see keratin listed as an ingredient in anti aging face cream, but if it is not Functional Keratin, then it will not penetrate deeply enough to be useful. HE Q10 is a special emulsion of coenzyme Q10 and vitamin E that penetrates through many of the skin's layers, destroying free radicals and preventing the damage that they cause. The emulsion has been shown to reduce wrinkles and enhance cellular activity. Wakame is an extract from Japanese sea kelp that increases levels of hyaluronic acid, another of the amino acid proteins that form the fibers of the skin. Natural waxes and plant oils complete the composition of the anti aging face cream. You have to give it a try. The Best Anti-Aging Face Cream Natural Ingredients

What is Your Best Chocolate Dessert?

What is Your Best Chocolate Dessert? What could be considered as the best chocolate dessert? Wow, how does a person answer that question? Maybe, the way we do it is by analyzing what we mean when we say best chocolate dessert. The Key here is chocolate. A lot of desserts may have chocolate in them, but it is a secondary flavor. A true chocolate dessert has chocolate at the heart of the whole thing. It is the base item from which the rest of the dessert is built.

We have to eliminate desserts that do not feature the chocolate as the main ingredient. Chocolate is used to add to the flavor in desserts, but is not the main source. Ice creams, donuts, unless completely chocolate, sauces, fruit dishes with chocolate sauces, cakes with the frosting, etc, would not be considered as best chocolate desserts. I have one for you, though, I think I only finished one whole piece in one setting, it was so rich. I know there are many desserts that could jump and say they are the best chocolate dessert, but find themselves voted out of the contest, because chocolate is not the main ingredient. It has to be chocolate in its origin, and through the whole creative process, and stand alone as a chocolate heavyweight contender. Ok, so here is my choice. It is called Chocolate Suicide. If we want to consider the chocolate of all, for me, it is Chocolate Suicide. It is a triple layer deep chocolate cake, with chocolate cream, like fudge, but creamier, between each layer, and topped with the same, and, if that's not enough, a wedge of chocolate bar in the top of each piece. The text messaging people would now write OMG! This wins for me as the best chocolate dessert. I have tasted many chocolate desserts in my lifetime, believe me, but I am yet to find anything that represents pure, unadulterated chocolate to this day. Perhaps there is some lonely chocolate dessert waiting for me to discover it somewhere in thr frontiers of chocolate discovery, but until then... What is Your Best Chocolate Dessert?

Gluten Free Chocolate Cake - Simply Good

Gluten Free Chocolate Cake - Simply Good There are times when simple is enough; in fact it is more than enough, it is perfect. This is a gluten-free chocolate cake for just those times; after a casual dinner with family or friends, on a rainy afternoon curled up with a good book and a cup of coffee or in the evening snuggling with a loved one watching a movie on the couch. I love this cake warm with just a sprinkling of powdered sugar. It is chocolaty, dense and not too sweet. Of course you can always glam it up if you feel so inclined. Glaze it with chocolate ganache, frost with your favorite icing or split into layers, spread with jam and dollop with lightly whipped cream. This cake is like a great pair of jeans; comfortable, reliable and easy to dress up or down. Take your ingredients out of the fridge and let come to room temperature about half an hour before starting the cake. You can substitute the flours and starches with your favorite all purpose gluten free flour blend if you like. If there is already xanthan gum in the blend, leave it out of the recipe.

Simply Good Chocolate Cake Ingredients: ½ cup superfine white rice flour ½ cup sweet sorghum flour ½ cup superfine sweet rice flour ½ cup tapioca starch 1 teaspoon xanthan gum 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon kosher or fine sea salt 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder (optional but intensifies the chocolate taste) 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 1 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature ¾ cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs, at room temperature 1 cup sour cream, at room temperature 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted and cooled slightly 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Directions: Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly spray an 8 inch cake pan with gluten-free non-stick cooking spray, cut a piece of parchment to fit the bottom of the pan, place it in the pan and spray that lightly. In a medium mixing bowl whisk together the flours, tapioca starch, xanthan gum, baking powder, baking soda, salt, espresso and cocoa powders. In a mixing bowl of an electric mixer, preferably fitted with a paddle attachment, cream together the butter and sugar on medium high speed until light, about 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl, turn the mixer to low and add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. With the mixer on low, slowly add half the flour mixture, the sour cream and then the remaining flour mixture. Add the melted chocolate and vanilla and mix until just blended. The batter will be thick. Using a spatula, give the batter a final mix by hand to make sure all the ingredients are fully incorporated. Put the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 25 - 30 minutes or until a tooth pick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 5 minutes and then transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling. Serve warm, room temperature or cold. Serves 8. For a pastry quality all purpose gluten free flour blend go here. For more gluten free recipes go to my blog Gluten Free Chocolate Cake - Simply Good

Ingredients in Acai Berry

Ingredients in Acai Berry Ingredients in acai berry is just the acai berry. It grows on a type of palm tree in the rainforests of Brazil. It is purple in color and extremely perishable. The natives eat the berries directly from the tree.

This fruit is filled with a wide range of vitamins, omega 3 and antioxidants. It is said to be the almost perfect fruit. It has been around for many years, but recently has come into focus with its healthy properties and possible weight losing ingredients. Due to the fragility of the berry it is often freeze dried, pulverized into a powder and blended into smoothies. It is a great advantage to have these products produced. One never has to worry about shelf life, and you can enjoy a drink, smoothie or capsule any time you desire. It is said to be a great pick up, energizing, and extremely healthy to consume. When the processing begins many flavors are to appeal to the many preferences that people have. Some of these flavors are orange, mango, berry, and even chocolate and vanilla. The important thing is to check ingredients in acai berry type products because you want to get the purest mixture. As with all new products there are often cheap imitations with many unwanted additives. Many people just want to make a quick buck. By purchasing acai berry products from reputable health food stores you trust or recommended online sources you will feel confident you are purchasing the very best. You always want to have the best ingredients in acai berry products. Ingredients in Acai Berry

What You Can Do With Dark Chocolate

What You Can Do With Dark Chocolate Chocolate is probably one of the favorite foods for most people and it not only taste great as it is, it's a wonderful condiment for cooking, for flavoring and many other uses. You will be surprised that you can put chocolate into almost anything and you will love it even more.

Many dare not indulge in eating chocolates for fear of putting on weight but in actual fact, chocolates can be good for health too. This is especially true if you eat more dark chocolates compared to milk chocolate. We must not forget that there are many ways to enjoying this dark, delicious, sinful concoction, most often known as a slice of heaven. We can always melt plain dark chocolate and pour it into nice moulds while adding some nuts and fruit for extra flavoring to make our own chocolate bar. This kind of chocolate bar can be eaten as it is and it is rather easy to get carried away and eat the whole bar! Now, another way to enjoy chocolate is to use it for baking. There are plenty of delicious and yet, simple recipes that one can enjoy. A nice dark rich moist chocolate cake can never fail to have everyone fighting for more in any party. If cake is really not your thing, there are cookie recipes like double chocolate chip cookies or even rich brownies that will have you moaning in delight at the first bite. Of course, you can always make chocolate ice cream too and puddings, pies and all things sweet. Chocolate is not only confined to sweet desserts though. It makes great additions to savory dishes too. Have you had a crepe with chocolate sauce drizzled all over it? Well, it tastes just as good as any sweet dessert. That's not all, chocolate could be used to cook red meat like pork and beef if used sparingly and teamed with the right ingredients.Of course it may sound weird but combined with some ingredients, it tastes as heavenly as any of the desserts mentioned above. If you are watching your diet, you may want to only get dark chocolate with high cocoa content of above 70%. Dark chocolate is known to be good for the heart and having a small portion of it every other day will not hurt your diet a single bit. Instead, it may do well to curb your cravings for sweet stuffs and satisfy your sweet tooth with its sweet, rich flavors. What You Can Do With Dark Chocolate

What Are the Best Skin Care Ingredients For Women Over 40?

Just because you are over forty doesn't mean that you have to look old. There is a way that will have you looking like you are still in your early thirties. Using natural ingredients can help you in achieving this. The best skin care ingredients for women over 40 are the ones that are going to feed and nurture your skin like no other ingredient can.

The ingredient that I wish every woman over forty would use is called Cynergy TK. This is one ingredient that will make remarkable changes in the way your skin looks and feels. You will be able to really see a difference. Cynergy TK uses Functional Keratin to stimulate the natural production of collagen and elastin in your skin. The reason that the Functional Keratin in Cynergy TK works as well as it does is because it is taken from the finest sheep's wool in New Zealand. This wool is from high bred sheep. Because of its special form of Keratin, Cynergy TK is the best at supporting the amino acid proteins collagen and elastin present in your skin. While preserving the production of collagen and elastin production, Cynergy TK also helps in the regrowth of new skin cells. This is one of the most important parts to stop the signs of aging. If you don't have fresh cells, it would be impossible to avoid wrinkles and fine lines because of dead skin cells. For the repair and generation of new tissue for skin cells, you need to have copper and zinc minerals. Cynergy TK utilizes zinc and copper protein complexes that work in the cell structure of your skin. Zinc and copper help to thicken the outer layer of skin when bound to proteins like collagen and elastin. This is one way how you will have dramatic visible results in the reduction of wrinkles and fine lines. Other ingredients that will nourish your skin naturally are Macadamia Oil, Manuka Honey, Babassu, and Maracuja. These are ingredients that will sooth and protect your skin at the same time. If you would to make sure that your skin gets the best, you need to start with kinds of ingredients. If you are looking for the best skin care for women over forty, you need to learn everything you can about natural skin care. This is the only way you can have the younger skin you want. Natural skin care is also the only way you will the healthiest skin as well.

Natural Chewing Gum With No Aspartame

Today I've finally discovered a natural chewing gum which does not contain aspartame.

If you're like me, then you are rather annoyed at the selection of gum at any supermarket checkout. Virtually every pack of gum is using the artificial sweetener aspartame. Reasons aside for the inclusion of aspartame in almost every mainstream gum product and the toxic effects of aspartame on the human body (both issues deserving discussion at great length), I would like to simply point out an alternative for you. The product is called Glee Gum. The ingredients list is as follows: Cane sugar, glucose, gum base (contains natural chicle), rice syrup, natural spearmint flavor, gum arabic, resinous glaze, beeswax, carnauba wax and chlorophyll. Glee Gum can be ordered online, but you may be delighted to know that it can also be found at many natural food stores and even some large chains across the United States & Canada. Using the Gleegum.com Store Locator it's easy to find a store carrying this natural gum near you. Chewing gum is an effective way to eliminate bad breath, particularly after a meal or while you're on the run to that big date. Even though I have a stark objection to the inclusion of aspartame in gum (or any other product for that matter...) I will admit that during a night out with a beautiful lady my desire for a jolt of refreshing breath often outweighs my knowledge of the dangers of aspartame, and I'll end up tossing a stick in. Now, with my newfound discovery of Glee Gum, I can chew as much gum as I want - without receiving any headaches or blurred vision I get from chewing aspartame. And without the guilt of knowingly consuming a toxic substance.

How to Get Free Subway Sandwiches

Do you want to be able to wrap your hands around a free Subway sandwich? There are ways that you will be able to get Subway sandwiches for free that you will be interested in learning about so that you will be able to take advantage of some good free food. Subway is a healthy alternative to eating at some fast food restaurants and it has become the favorite place for a lot of people to eat lunch. If you are tired of paying for your lunch and want to eat for free then make sure that you learn how you can get your free Subway sandwiches.

One way that you will be able to get a free sandwich from Subway is by finding coupons that you can use. Almost every restaurant and business that has anything to sell has some type of discount that will offer you an incentive so that you can get some free food or some other free item. You might find Subway coupons for free sandwiches without having to make an additional purchase, or you might find ones where you will be able to get a Subway sandwich free with the purchase of additional items such as a drink and a bag of chips. Another way that you can get free Subway sandwiches is by keeping a lookout for market research companies that conduct surveys relating to Subway and other fast food restaurants. Often these companies will give away gift cards to those who take part in their research study. If the study is done in person then cash may be offered as an incentive and you can use that cash to pay for your Subway sandwich, but if it is done online you will be able to get a gift card mailed to your home and use it whenever you eat at Subway. If you want to be able to get free Subway sandwiches then you will want to make sure that you follow one of these two methods. Either keep a look out for coupons that have offers for a free Subway sandwich or keep a lookout for market research companies that are giving away gift cards to those who take part in their research study. Either way you do it, you will be able to eat healthy for lunch or dinner and you will be able to do it without having to pull your wallet out.

KFC Chicken Recipe - Original Chicken Recipe Revealed!

In your childhood years as a precocious aspiring cook, you have probably wondered about the ingredients in the KFC chicken recipe. Well, so have many other children and their mothers and fathers while munching their way through every piece of skin and meat and, finally, sucking the bone to get every last ounce of flavor. Besides, who would not want to enjoy the flavors of a KFC fried chicken at home everyday?

However, the inventor of the KFC chicken recipe took great pains not to divulge any of the ingredients and preparation methods involved in making the finger lickin' good chicken. It remains to this day a closely-guarded trade secret although others have professed to know the KFC chicken recipe. Yes, even the trademark 11 herbs and spices are yet to be announced to the outside world. Well, a trade secret it may be but one can always hope to find the KFC chicken recipe that most closely resembles the original as developed by Colonel Sanders. Or better yet, you can always completely copy the KFC original or spicy chicken recipe down to the last juicy bite. How is this made possible, you ask? Well, let's just say I've learned it myself from many different resources and finally, sorted out the best ingredients for KFC original fried chicken recipe. KFC Original Fried Chicken Ingredients 2 fryer chickens, cut up into 8 pieces and marinated 6 cups Crisco shortening 2 eggs, well beaten 31/2 tablespoons salt 1 teaspoon msg 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 1 dash paprika 3 cups milk 2 cups flour 2 teaspoons ground pepper Directions Place shortening into the pressure cooker and heat over medium heat to the shortening reaches 400°F. Beat the egg and milk in a small bowl. Mixing the remaining six dry ingredients in another bowl. Place every piece of chicken into the milk. Roll the moistened chicken in the flour mixture until well coated. Drop the covered chicken pieces into the shortening and lock the lid. When pressure builds up, cook for 8-12 minutes. You will delightedly discover, as I have, that the KFC chicken recipe is not as difficult to do as it appears. The ingredients including the herbs and spices as well as the preparation and frying methods are detailed in a step-by-step guide, which even a fifth grader just beginning how to fry a single leg of chicken can follow. The beauty of following a popular KFC chicken recipe is that you can make plenty of fried chickens for an army, if you want, and yet not worry about the costs rivaling the budget deficit of the United States. In short, not only will your chickens be as finger lickin' good but your pockets will not take a licking either.

3 Tips on When to Text a Guy You Like So He Thinks You Are Sexy, Fun and Flirty

You've met a really cut guy that you like a lot. It feels exciting doesn't it? But you want to play it cool and make him think you're worth chasing, right?

The secret to getting your hottie to chase you is to know how to handle texting him back so you don't appear too available or desperate. Here Is 3 Important Tips On When To Text a Guy You Like Tip #1: Let a guy text you first after meeting him You want to have high worth in a guy's eyes. Guys value what they have put their effort into. So if you text him back first, he'll have the impression that you have a lot of free time on your hands because other guys aren't after you and you'll be less attractive to him. Tip #2: Don't Text Him Back Right Away After he has sent you the first text, I recommend that you wait at least 10 minutes before responding to his opening text message to you. Why? When you are just in the early stages of getting to know someone and create attraction, you want him to think that you are a busy, popular girl with a full life so you are rarely immediately available. (You are aren't you?) He might even start to think that you are with another hot guy and he'll have to work harder to get you, i.e. chase you more:) Now once you reply and start texting back and forth, you can have a normal text convo and you don't have to keep your hunk in suspense with a long pause except when... you want to crank up your sex appeal. Tip #3: Don't text him at strange times of the day If you text a guy at 2am, he's going to think you are desperate. You should be sleeping at 2am, not thinking about him, if you have a full life and things to do the next day. Also, if you know there are certain times during the day when he can't respond to your text right away like when he's in class or at work, text him when you know he has a break or is off work. Now that you know when to text that hottie, here's what to text him that is sexy, fun and flirty When you are having a texting convo with that hot guy you like, you always want to text with the tone of being flirty and playful to crank up your sex appeal. Tease him and bust on him in a playful way. You will stand out from the other girls he is texting that are sending him boring messages. Him: "Hey, it was good to see you at Burger Hut the other day" You: "Yes I know, I could tell you are really into me" You tease him and give him a challenge. Let's see how he handles it. Him: "Yeah, I couldn't stop staring at that big zit on your forehead" He's ready to play, too. Should be fun. You are going to let him think he put his foot in his mouth and blew it with you. You: "I was going to listen to a band on Friday night with friends and thought you'd like to come, too. Guess you'd be too embarrassed to be seen with me" Him: "It should be dark, so it might not be that noticeable" He continues to tease you. After 5 minutes... Him: "hello..." Keep him guessing about wanting him to join you. He just "offended you," right? Wait another 10-15 minutes, then... You: "You can stay by the bar while I dance in front of the hot lead singer:)" You text back and you crank up your sex appeal by teasing him that you might catch another hottie's eye. What makes this reply good is that you remind him of your value. There are many guys interested in you and you are busy doing fun things! Most girls don't have the nerve or know how to create uncomfortable silence to create sexual tension. His imagination is your best friend. Him: "I'll be good. Promise" Good job. You reeled him in and made yourself worth chasing some more. You: "Gota go. Call me for details on Thur" You end the convo first. And yeah, you need to make him pick up the phone and talk to you. Real guys pick up the phone to confirm plans. You are totally in control and he's going to have to step it up a bit to keep your attention. Guys find this very sexy because you are a challenge. The chase is on!

The Best Homemade Chocolate Chips Cookie Recipe

My big family loves chocolate chip cookie so much that we make batches of if on most weekends and special occasions. Everyone simply loves them that they disappear very fast during family events. We have our own special recipe which has become a tradition we all cherish, and I call this the best chocolate cookie recipe ever. This makes more than 5 dozens of chocolate chip cookies.

You will have fun with this recipe which you can choose to modify to your personal taste. So, to get started, you need to prepare all the ingredients. You will need: 1 cup pure butter 3/4 cup brown sugar 3/4 cup granulated sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour or your favorite cake mix 2 cups semi-sweetened chocolate chips 1teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 2 eggs Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. 2. Dissolve butter. Add the granulated and brown sugar. 3. In a large mixing bowl, beat all ingredients until thoroughly combined. 4. Add the eggs and vanilla, and beat just enough to combine all ingredients. 5. In a separate bowl, combine all-purpose flour, salt and baking soda. 6. Slowly add the flour mixture, beating with a mixer. 7. Add in chocolate chips gently stirring with a spoon until mixture is evenly mixed throughout the batter. 8. Drop in rounded tablespoonfuls, on a cookie sheet,or baking pan. 9. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 minutes until the edges turn golden brown. 10. Watch your cookies closely, do not overcook. These fantastic cookies are ideal for almost any occasion. Its goodness makes it perfect for dessert and snacks. Now you have just discovered my family's favorite chocolate cookie recipe. One top secret is the type of flour you use. I love the yellow boxed cake mix, of course, you still could use any of your favorite brands. Just learn by heart that using the best cake flour will deliver your cookie a little more body than any ordinary unbleached flour. If you are doing smaller cookies, remember that baking time also goes down. Many ovens produce heat from the bottom, and so as not to burn the bottom of the cookies, I simply double pan them before baking. Spend time experimenting different mixes, it is the only way to obtain the ideal chocolate chip cookie you desire. As soon as you get hold of the best combinations, you too will enjoy the delicious treat of chocolatey goodness you and your family will be delighted as well.

Sour Cream Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

The sour cream chocolate chip cookie recipe turns out a light and fluffy, moist chocolate chip cookie! Don't blink your eyes-these delicious morsels will be gone that fast!

Ingredients

2/3 cup salted butter, softened

1/2 granulated sugar

1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar

1/2 cup sour cream

1 egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Hardware

Whisk

Large bowl

Medium bowl

Cookie Sheets

Mixer

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2: Lightly grease cookie sheets; set aside.

Step 3: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.

Step 4: In a large bowl, with an electric mixer set on medium-high speed, beat the butter and sugars together until light and fluffy.

Step 5: Add sour cream, egg, and vanilla extract; beat until well blended.

Step 6: Stir in flour mixture; blend well.

Step 7: Stir in chocolate chips, and chopped nuts (optional).

Step 8: Drop tablespoons of dough 2 inches apart onto the prepared cookie sheets.

Step 9: Bake 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown. Transfer cookies immediately to a cooling surface.

Makes about 40 cookies.

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Ice Cream Cake Recipe - Easy Ice Cream Cake Recipe

If you're in the mood for an ice cream cake, but don't want to spend a lot of prep time in the kitchen, this recipe really takes the cake! You can substitute sherbet or sorbet for the ice cream for an nice variation.

1 (10-inch) angel food cake 1/2 gallon any flavor ice cream Directions Let ice cream sit on the counter awhile until it softens enough where you can spread it easily (do not let it melt). Pull angel food cake into 2-inch chunks. Layer the cake chunks on the bottom of a 9-inch or 10-inch tube pan. With a large knife, spread a layer of the softened ice cream over the cake chunks. Add another layer of cake on top of the ice cream. Keep repeating the layers until you've used up all the cake and ice cream. Put the cake into the freezer and freeze for 2 to three hours. Before serving, carefully remove the cake from the pan and place on a serving dish. Top with your favorite sundae sauce. => Ice Cream Cake Recipe: Ice Cream Sandwich Cake Recipe A delicious and really easy to make ice cream sandwich dessert recipe. For a little variety, try caramel ice cream topping instead of, or in addition to, the chocolate topping. Additional garnishes - nuts, candy sprinkles and maraschino cherries 16 - 24 ice cream sandwiches 1 (16 oz.) container frozen whipped topping 1 (12 oz.) jar chocolate hot fudge topping 1 (1.5 oz.) chocolate candy bar, grated Directions In a 9 x 13-inch baking dish, place half of the ice cream bars on the bottom of the dish, side by side. Spread half of the chocolate fudge on top of the ice cream bars. Spread half of the whipped topping on top of the fudge. Place the remaining ice cream bars on top of the first layer and repeat with layers of chocolate fudge sauce and whipped topping. Sprinkle the grated chocolate on top. Cover and freeze the cake for 1 hour. Keep the unused portion covered and frozen. => Fried Ice Cream Recipe: Mexican Fried Ice Cream Recipe You'll find this tantalizing dessert served in many Mexican restaurants. Try substituting caramel or butterscotch topping for the honey. Also you can try using 2 parts cornflakes crumbs mixed with 1 part crushed vanilla wafers. 1 quart vanilla ice cream 3 cups crushed cornflakes cereal or cornflake crumbs 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 3 egg whites 2 quarts oil for deep frying Whipped Cream Honey Maraschino Cherries Directions Scoop out 8 balls of ice cream and place on a baking sheet, return ice cream balls to freezer and freeze for 1 hour, or until firm. In a shallow bowl or dish, combine the cornflakes and the cinnamon. Roll each frozen ice cream ball in half of the cornflake mixture, return to freezer for 15 minutes. In a separate dish, beat the egg whites until foamy. Dip each frozen ice cream ball in the egg whites, then roll them in the remaining cornflake crumbs. Make sure the ice cream is covered up completely. For thicker coating, repeat the process. Freeze ice cream balls for 3 hours or until very firm. When you are ready to serve the ice cream, heat up the cooking oil in a deep fat fryer or heavy saucepan to 375 degrees. Place each ice cream ball into a wire frying basket or slotted spoon. Fry one or two of the balls at a time for 10 to 15 seconds, until the coating is a golden brown color. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately. Garnish with whipped topping, drizzled honey and maraschino a cherry on top. => Easy Homemade Ice Cream Recipe: Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe This is an extremely light and simple ice cream recipe to make that is homemade and tastes really good considering there's only 3 ingredients. You can spice it up by adding crushed chocolate sandwich cookies or any kind of fruit. 8 cups milk 2 cups white sugar 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Directions In a freezer canister or ice cream maker, combine the milk, sugar and vanilla. Freeze according to manufacturers directions. Note: For a richer tasting ice cream, add 1 can of evaporated milk and use 2 tablespoons of vanilla extract. => Homemade Ice Cream Recipe: French Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe French vanilla ice cream is richer tasting than regular vanilla ice cream. This recipe will have you craving more of that smooth, creamy vanilla flavor. 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup milk 3 egg yolks, beaten 1 tablespoon vanilla 2 cups whipping cream, chilled Directions In a saucepan or double boiler, mix the sugar, salt, milk and egg yolks. Cook over medium heat, continuously stirring until bubbles appear around the edge of the pan.

Home Remedies For Genital Warts Treatment

Many people attempt to use home remedies for genital warts. It is important to note that most medical professionals caution against self-treatment because many of the substances used in home remedies for genital warts contain ingredients that can be very irritating to the sensitive genital area.

Following are some home remedies for genital warts that may help relieve symptoms: * Take sitz baths. Fill a tub with a few inches of warm water and sit in it for 10-15 minutes every day. * Squeeze warm water from a bottle over your genital area to provide comfort and cleansing. * Use a heat lamp or a hair dryer several times a day to dry your genital area. Make sure to hold the lamp or dryer at least 18 inches from your skin. One common home remedy for genital warts involves applying oil (vitamin E) on the infected skin and putting some raw crushed garlic over it. Cover it with adhesive tape. Some believe that this home remedy will cause the wart to fall off within a week. Another popular remedy for genital warts is to make juice from onion slices that have been covered overnight with salt and apply three times a day until the warts disappear. You could also try applying the milky juice of fig stems two to three times per day or use apple cider vinegar to the area using a cotton ball to treat genital warts. Aloe has been used for hundreds of years as a home remedy for genital warts. Apply the aloe externally in cream form or directly from the aloe plant. Aloe eases discomfort and may help in the removal of genital warts. Home remedies for genital warts may include changes in the diet. Eat a diet rich in folic acid and beta carotene. Eat fruits and vegetables like radish, mango, squash and tomato which are orange, yellow and red in color. Dark green and leafy vegetables like spinach and cabbage and are also recommended. People undergoing home remedies for genital warts are encouraged to avoid cigarettes and caffeine. After using any home remedy for genital warts, the condition can reappear in larger quantities than before. It is important that infected patients keep a close eye for future outbreaks. Bear in mind that most medical professionals frown upon the use of home remedies for genital warts. Talk to your doctor before attempting to use home remedies for your genital warts.

How to Get Rid of Phlegm

You might want to hold off with that wish. Phlegm is actually good for you. Well, not the thing itself, but what it represents. Phlegm is mucous that becomes congealed and visible. It's almost always a sign of your body fighting off whatever infection is wreaking havoc on your respiratory system - which is actually a good thing. Phlegm is primarily composed of mucous, dead bacteria and virus, dead white blood cells, and various tissues and cells. The difference between phlegm and other mucous is that phlegm comes from your lungs, not from your nasal passages.

In around 400 B.C. it was thought that phlegm was part of the four humours, the four basic substances that were supposed to comprise the human body. The other three humours were black bile, bile, and blood, and when they were balanced, the body would achieve harmony and would thus be healthy. A lack or excess of any of the humours resulted in diseases or disabilities. It was the ancient Greek philosopher Hippocrates (of the Hippocratic Oath fame) who is credited for coming up with this theory. For 2,000 years, it influenced medical thinking until it was discredited in the 1800s. While phlegm is an indication that your body's immune system is working overtime to get rid of those nasty invaders that are trying to make you sick, coughing up phlegm every few minutes is still a rather unpleasant practice. Here are several things you can do to get rid of the phlegm quicker so you won't have to find yourself in potentially embarrassing and totally awkward situations. Phlegm Elimination If you're a smoker, cut the habit. Everyone knows that smoking aggravates and promotes several lung and bronchial problems. As if body infections are not enough, respiratory diseases caused by smoking will give your body additional health issue baggage it does not need. Smoking interferes with your body's ability to fight off any infection, so whatever problems it is currently engaged in that resulted in the formation of mucous will be prolonged. Thus, your phlegm problem will drag on longer. Smoking also kills the cilia that line your lungs, making it harder for you to cough out phlegm. If you've been coughing up brown or gray-colored phlegm, it means that your body is screaming for you to lay off the cigarettes. It would do you well to cut out the filthy habit before those browns and grays become speckled with red - a sure precursor to something serious, like lung cancer. Treat any nasal or sinus infection that you have. As mentioned earlier, phlegm is just an accumulation of mucous and other dead substances that coagulate and become visible. Mucous isn't a foreign object - your body's airways produce mucous regularly. These mucus secretions don't accumulate because they're regularly cleared to your throat where they are carried down by the saliva. If you have an infection that blocks normal passage to the airways and throat, the mucus doesn't get drained down by the saliva and thus accumulates. Fixing the infection will help fix the additional congestion, easing the accumulation of mucus and phlegm. Take an expectorant. Expectorants are medicines you can take to clear and loosen up any mucus and phlegm in your respiratory tract. They work by thinning out the mucus so you will be able to easily dislodge it when you cough. Common expectorant medicines are those that contain guaifenesin and bromhexine, so when buying expectorants, be sure to check if these ingredients are present. As with buying any medicine over the counter, be sure to consult with your physician first, just in case you might be subject to complications because of them. Don't take cough suppressants. Sure, it is pretty annoying when you have a hacking cough every five minutes, causing you to spit out phlegm at pretty much the same rate, but coughing is your body's way of trying to dislodge the phlegm. If you're taking cough suppressants or anything that inhibits your ability to cough, you're essentially allowing the production and build-up of mucus and phlegm in your system since you've basically shut down your body's mechanism to expel them. The sooner you get all the phlegm out of your system, the sooner your coughing will stop, and the sooner you will find relief. Drink plenty of fluids and liquids. Plenty of liquids and fluids help loosen up any hard, sticky phlegm that is congesting your system. Fluids also help wash down mucus that is regularly deposited on your throat, thereby lessening their chances of building up and coagulating. There are also herbal teas and drinks that help you deal with respiratory problems, and the fewer complications you have, the better your chances of getting rid of respiratory disease effects - mucus and phlegm included. Spit the phlegm out; don't swallow it. Among the many components that make up phlegm are substances like immunoglobulins and glycoproteins that help your body fight off the infection. When these substances get killed (together with the bacteria and virus they were fighting), they become part of what makes up phlegm. When phlegm gets coughed out, it means that they have served their purpose - remnants and refuse of the battle, so to speak - and are no longer necessary in the proper functioning of the body. They have to be expelled. Therefore, spit them out and don't swallow them back. Aside from the fact that swallowing phlegm is gross and unsanitary, it sometimes gets reintroduced to your pulmonary system, worsening your situation. There are also home brew remedies you can try that will help in getting rid of your phlegm. Eucalyptus oil mixed with boiling water is a good way to decongest your chest and lessen the abundance of phlegm in your respiratory system. Two to three drops of the oil in boiling water should be enough to do the trick. Hold a towel over your head and deeply breathe in the steam. This will help clear out congested passageways of your respiratory tract, allowing you to spit out the phlegm more easily. Garlic is also said to have expectorant properties, and is considered to be a good supplement for treating congestion. When your phlegm starts showing up in different colors, it's about time to have yourself checked by a physician. Take a sample of your phlegm for analysis. Different colors usually indicate an underlying condition. Normal phlegm is usually clear and white. Yellow phlegm means that your immune system is functioning properly and is responding to something. Greenish phlegm means that there is definitely an infection in your body. Rusty spots in green phlegm are often an indication of something serious, like internal respiratory micro-bleeding or pneumonia. Brownish phlegm can be a sign of infection, as well as symptoms of too much smoking, as resin is sticking to the phlegm. When this happens, it is always advisable to limit or just stop your smoking habit, as it may be exacerbating whatever respiratory condition you may have.

Harmful Ingredients to Skin, Watch Out!

1) Mineral oils:

Mineral oils are a by-product derived from the manufacturing process of gasoline out of petroleum. It is most commonly found in baby lotions, moisturizers and most ointment of low grade because mineral oils are cheaper alternatives to other higher grade - expensive - oils. The problem with mineral oils is that it may lead to skin irritation or worse, skin problems such as rashes and acne. Instead of choosing cosmetic or skincare products that contain mineral oil, it is recommended that a better choice of oil is used such as rosehip and evening primrose oils that helps skin nourishment and maintains skin elasticity and non-greasy at the same time. 2) Sodium Lauryl Sulfate: SLS are also popularly used ingredients in shampoos, soap and toothpastes for its foam creation properties. It is widely used because it is low cost but it has been reported SLS causes skin corrosion and irritation to skin and eye. Effects of SLS are dangerous as skin corrosion allows easier access for contaminants and bacteria to the sensitive lower layer of skin. Alternatives of gentler shampoos, soap and toothpastes alike can be used such as poly-glucose and coconut oils. 3) Propylene Glycol: An ingredient commonly found in cosmetics or skincare products that acts as an emulsifier in the form of colorless and odorless liquid. Propylene Glycol has been linked with kidney and liver problems. One frightening fact is that propylene glycol is used as hydraulic and coolant fluids used in vehicle's braking and refrigerators respectively. The main alternative to propylene glycol is vegetable glycerin which produces no side effects. 4) Talc: As found in the baby talcum powder, is a hydrated magnesium silicate mineral that are commonly used to make household items such as stove, sink and even electrical switchboards. There had been several issues talked over how Talc causes lung cancer, ovarian cancer and skin cancer. Alternatives are highly recommended, such as using starch powders instead of talcum powder. 5) Synthesized Fragrances: Fragrances that are not naturally derived - consisting of chemicals - have been known to sometimes cause irritation and allergic reactions to the sensitive skin. Instead, look out for fragrances that are natural. Pure essential oils extracted from natural plants, flowers and herbs. 6) Diethanolamine: Often abbreviated as DEA, are commonly found among shampoos and cosmetics. This is because of its foam creation and creamy properties. However, due to recent testing and experiments and laboratory studies which yielded increasing cancer risks and even miscarriages. Vegetable glycerin is once again advised due to its safety and no-side-effect assurance. 7) Albumin: Acclaimed to be wrinkle removers which are indeed effective temporarily, as the substance creates a cover-film over the wrinkles, making them to appear less obvious, not remove them. The films suffocate the skin and stops oxygen absorption. 8) Collagen: Claimed to be skin moisturizes but multiple studies and report have stated that collagen is a type of protein ingredient that is much too large, so much so to the point that your epidermis cannot absorb them. It causes similar problems as Albumin by suffocating the skin as Collagen creates a cover-film. With these new knowledge, the next time you step into a pharmacy or skincare product retailer, remember to watch out for these harmful ingredients hidden in various skincare and cosmetic products!

Four Facts About Chocolate Chip Cookies

Cookies are one of the most popular biscuits in the world - here are some interesting and fun facts about chocolate chip cookies, which include the difference between an American and an English Cookie, and how the cookie was born.

Ruth Wakefield of the Toll House restaurant is credited to be the first person to bake a chocolate chip cookie as we know it today. The chocolate chip cookie arose because she was actually a little bit lazy. Ruth decided to throw in small chunks of chocolate into her cookie mix assuming it would melt (and therefore produce drop cookies she was aiming for).   Ruth assumed the chocolate would melt and nobody would know the difference. For Ruth, it was a shortcut that really paid off. Her customers loved the chocolate chip cookie and the 'Toll House Cookie' was born. Nestle later bought the trademark. In the UK, the term 'cookies' generally refers to Chocolate Chip cookies, and other forms of cookie are called 'biscuits' - in America, generally every type of biscuit is called a cookie.   Cookies are very important in Pennsylvania - on February 7, 2001, the Cookie was declared the official cookie of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Historically 'hardtack' biscuits played a very important role in travel - they stayed fresh for long periods, and therefore were a great food with a very long storage life. For years when setting sail, one of the most important items carried on a ship was cookies.  If you do love cookies, I recommend you find a place that serves handmade cookies - they'll test much better than anything in a packet.

Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe - Awesome Cookies

Here's a yummy chocolate chip recipe for people who like their cookies gooey and chewy.

2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup white sugar 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 egg 1 egg yolk 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips Directions Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Grease cookie sheets or line with parchment paper. Using a sifter, sift the flour, baking soda and salt; set aside. In a medium bowl, cream together the melted butter, brown sugar and white sugar; blend well. Beat in the vanilla, egg, and egg yolk until light and creamy. Add the sifted ingredients and mix just enough to blend. Using a wooden spoon, stir in the chocolate chips. Measure 1/4 cup of the cookie dough and drop one at a time onto the prepared cookie sheets. Space Cookies 3-inches apart on cookie sheet. Bake for 15 to 17 minutes, or until the edges are lightly toasted. Cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely. => Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe: Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie A sweet and rich tasting cookie featuring lots of chocolate chips and walnuts. 1 1/2 cups butter flavored shortening 2 1/2 cups packed brown sugar 2 eggs 2 teaspoons salt 4 tablespoons milk 2 tablespoons vanilla extract 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional) Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease baking sheets. In a bowl, cream sugar into the shortening. Add in the milk and vanilla and beat until fluffy. Blend in eggs. Add in the dry ingredients and mix well. Stir in the chocolate chips and nuts. Drop by teaspoon onto baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes for chewy cookies or 10 -13 minutes for crispy cookies. => Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe: Ultimate Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie This recipe will show you how to make the best peanut butter cookies with chocolate chips ever. Enjoy. 1/2 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup peanut butter 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup white sugar 2 eggs 2 tablespoons light corn syrup 2 tablespoons water 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups chopped semisweet chocolate chunks Directions Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs, one at a time. Stir in the corn syrup, water, and vanilla. In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; stir flour mixture into the peanut butter mixture. Fold in the chocolate chunks. Drop by 1/4 cupfuls, 3-inches apart, onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, or until edges are golden brown. Let cookies cool for 1 minute on the cookie sheet before removing to wire racks to cool completely.

Step by Step Instructions for Making Monster Cookies

Monster cookies are some of the most decadent and delicious cookies to eat. They are also a good to choice to make if you do not have much flour because they do not take any! You can make these cookies either soft and chewy of crunchy simply by baking them longer or not quite as long. I personally love my soft and chewy cookies!

The first thing you will need to do is preheat your oven to 350 degrees. The next step will be to measure out all of your ingredients. You will need one and a half cups peanut butter, four and a half cups oatmeal, three eggs, one cup sugar, one cup brown sugar, one half teaspoon vanilla, one half teaspoon corn syrup, two teaspoons baking soda, 2 sticks margarine, (one cup), two cups chocolate chips, and one cup M and M's.

Start by blending the peanut butter and the margarine together in a large mixing bowl. You will want to have your margarine room temperature so that it blends easier. You can warm it up in the microwave for about ten seconds if you are in a hurry. You can mix all of your ingredients together by hand or with a hand mixer, however, sometimes this mixture is a little too sticky for my hand mixer. When the peanut butter and margarine are creamed together, add your eggs one at a time and mix well.

Next you will need to add the white and brown sugars. Mix these well and add the corn syrup, baking soda and vanilla and mix together. Then one cup at a time add your oatmeal. When well blended add your chocolate chips and m and m's. For variety you can do part butterscotch, white chocolate or peanut butter chips. You can also make the recipe more or less nutty by using crunchy or creamy peanut butter.

With a spoon or cookie scoop drop the dough onto a baking sheet and bake for twelve minutes. The dough will be very sticky. For crunchier cookies bake for a couple minutes longer. Serve and enjoy!

Ambi Fade Cream Ingredients For Skin Bleaching

Ambi is a popular brand of skin care products which includes the Ambi Fade Cream. It has become a household name when it comes to effective treatments for reducing freckles, sun spots and other forms of skin darkening. The product can even visibly reduce age lines. This probably explains why the product is also attracting a huge following from those who want to achieve a more radiant complexion. According to the product's marketing campaign, results from using the product will be visible in two weeks. This might be true for a small number of users but it can actually be misleading for a majority of consumers. Here are some of the things that you should know about this product.

Active Ingredients

Ambi Fade Cream's triple action method involves components and ingredients such as Hydroquinone (which is the main active ingredient of the product), Alpha Hydroxy, Vitamin E and Octinoxate. Hydroquinone comprises 2% of the composition of the formula as well as Octinoxate, therefore the two Ambi Fade Cream ingredients make up the largest share of concentration.

Safety

Hydroquinone has been used in various cosmetic and skin care solutions for years but it was banned in 2001 because of its reported negative side effects. Although it is effective in lightening the skin tone, the compound's long term effects go beyond achieving a fairer complexion. It reportedly contains carcinogenic properties that can be potentially detrimental to one's health. Hydroquinone is also linked to abnormalities such as ochronosis - characterized by skin thickening and darkening - as well as certain blood diseases and adrenal gland dysfunction.

On the other hand, octinoxate functions like sunscreen that blocks the sun's UVB. It is also commonly added in most sunscreens regardless of its instability when exposed to sunlight. The instability is described by the ingredient turning into Z-octyl-p-methoxycinnamate that cannot absorb UV rays effectively. Furthermore, since it can easily be absorbed by the skin, octinoxate may lead to developmental and reproductive toxicity, making it unsuitable for children and pregnant women.

While Ambi Fade Cream is purported to contain only a small percent of these compounds, continuous and prolonged use f the product can still cause certain negative effects. In spite of its accessibility and the immediate results it delivers, it's difficult to rule out the fact that it comes with potentially dangerous disadvantages.

Aside from the presence of the harmful hydroquinone, the product is also limited for use among normal skin types. Furthermore, with its possible side effects, the entire ingredients list of its formulation is not revealed, adding more doubt to its reliability.