Chocolate is undoubtedly one of the nation’s favourite indulgences, but the sweet treat isn’t considered to be especially good for us – particularly before bed. The high sugar content might dissuade most from tucking into the snack right before sleep, but research shows a late night treat might actually fuel a good night’s rest.
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Pancakes, 3 simple recipes to spice up your breakfast
Pancakes are an amazing breakfast meal not only for the kids but the adults as well. Continue reading Pancakes, 3 simple recipes to spice up your breakfast
How eating chocolate can help improve your maths
Mental arithmetic became easier after maths volunteers had been given large amounts of compounds found in chocolate, called flavanols, in a hot cocoa drink. Continue reading How eating chocolate can help improve your maths
Seasons Greetings from Chocolate Fountain Warehouse.
Chocolate Fountain Warehouse will be closed for business from December 24th until 4th January 2016.
Exploring the physics of a Chocolate Fountain
A UCL mathematics student has found that the falling ‘curtain’ of chocolate in a chocolate fountain surprisingly pulls inwards rather than going straight downwards because of surface tension. Continue reading Exploring the physics of a Chocolate Fountain
Sweet funding deal for Fife Chocolate Fountain Firm
Sephra Europe, the Fife-based supplier of commercial chocolate fountains, has secured £45,000 in fresh funding to tap into new markets. Continue reading Sweet funding deal for Fife Chocolate Fountain Firm
Science now helping to develop better chocolate
Scientists have used X-ray to peer into the sweet brown heart of chocolate to discover what causes it to turn white. Continue reading Science now helping to develop better chocolate
Men love chocolate too!
I love chocolates. If it comes in the shape of a bar or as individual pieces in a box, I enjoy eating a piece (or more) several times in any given week. Continue reading Men love chocolate too!
Relaxation Day
National relaxation day has to be one of the best days of the year – giving you another great excuse to do absolutely nothing.
Life can be fast paced at times and we all need a day to unwind. Although a certain amount of stress is normal, stress can be overwhelming and too much of it can be extremely harmful to your physical and mental health.
One thing I would suggest you do on this day is to eat chocolate. Chocolate contains a mood-boosting chemical called Phenylethylamine (PEA), which is also produced in the brain when a person is in love. The hormones that are released can trigger feelings of euphoria and relaxation. Avoid all stressful activities today. Let your body heal, rest and relax.
Take care of yourself today. You deserve it – no matter what you choose to do.
Top ideas for relaxation day:
Have a picnic in a park.
Take a bubble bath.
Sit on the beach and watch the sea ebb.
Listen to southing relaxing music.
Fill the bird feeder and spend a day bird watching.
Spend the day in your PJs watching movies.
Use the day to take beautiful photos.
Take a long relaxing woodland walk.