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Let’s see where this snack can get us, how exciting is this? First and foremost let’s start with the basics; chocolate is made of cocoa powder and cocoa butter. The cacoa tree is native to the Americans but also an important commodity of the pre-columbian Mesoamerica and the Spanish chronicles of Mexico, which was later on introduced in Europe, the West Indies and the Philippines.

Chocolate needs its deserved love and respect due to the long process of making them. It is harvested from the tree, cut with the use of a machete. A pod is known to be right for harvesting if it is green in color; otherwise if it is red or orange in color; it is of poor quality and bland in aroma and will then be trashed for industrial chocolate.

The process continues as the pulp and seed is separated from the rind then dried for several days. The pulp undergoes a processing called “sweating”, wherein the pulp liquefies while fermenting, causing the seed to be left behind for collection. There have been so many misconceptions about them. It is actually healthy because it can reduce cardiovascular episodes; like lowering rates of heart disease and cancer. It also improves blood flow, which may also benefit brain and memory use.

This is a 15 yr study made by researchers, and some facets are based on comparison to other countries or place that have less or more intake of chocolate consumption. It also helps release endorphins in the brain that causes us to relax more and unwind yet boosts ones appetite if consumed and best of all, it extends our life span. Thinking twice about chocolates? No need to do so. So next time you indulge in a bar of dark chocolate, make sure it’s dark chocolate so you take in the highest percentage of cocoa.

Moisturisers are not only used to add moisture but to smoothen, soften and plump up the surface of the skin and to prevent the escape of natural oils and moisture. It’s Skincare…They should both re-hydrate and nourish your skin to keep it looking softer and supple. Use them to assist the skin’s natural functions but not replace them. The skin’s own moisturiser is the production of sebum and sweat, sebum lubricates the skin and sweating provides a defence mechanism against the formation of bacteria.

Look for a beauty anti aging product that contains optimum levels of the best ingredients. What the best ingredients are? Powerful formulas like Phytessence Wakame – which is proven to improve skin elasticity, Cynergy TK – which reduces wrinkles and fine lines, and Coenzyme Q10 – which protects against sun damage.

cleansing wipes that are rich of vitamins, antioxidants and minerals are excellent for beautiful, youthful skin. Other ingredients that are beneficial are 100% natural moisturizing oils, vegetable-based waxes and silicone and carefully selected plant extracts.

Take a chance and try something different from what you see on the commercial, but make sure it contains proven effective natural ingredients. You might just find your answer for reversing the signs of aging and getting amazingly beautiful skin.

Use only a light, oil free moisturiser suitable for your skin type that will seal in the natural oils and plump up skin cells.

Massaging in your moisturiser twice daily will help circulation and tone your skin too. When applying dab onto your skin and gently massage in.

Ageing skin looses moisture more easily and we need therefore help with moisturisers to prevent lines and wrinkles forming. Use a lighter moisturiser during the day and a more intensive formula at night.

Unfortunately, moisturising your skin will only be a short term answer to lines and wrinkles, there is no long term effect.