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		<title>Health Benefits from Coffee</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2008 05:33:42 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are a coffee drinker, you no doubt have asked yourself how much coffee is it safe for you to consume on a daily basis. This is not surprising since so much has been blamed on coffee. Heart disease, cancer, osteoporosis, you name it. At one time or another, coffee has been made to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are a coffee drinker, you no doubt have asked yourself how much coffee is it safe for you to consume on a daily basis. This is not surprising since so much has been blamed on coffee. Heart disease, cancer, osteoporosis, you name it. At one time or another, coffee has been made to blame. Coffee has joined the ranks of red wine and chocolate as a guilty pleasure that may actually be good for you. As much as it is a great way to get that fix in the morning, recent studies have shown that coffee has been found to be rich in antioxidants and contains hundreds of pain-relieving and anti-bacterial compounds. Although one should not drink coffee with wild abandon, it&#8217;s comforting to know that maybe that cup or two in the morning may be good for you. Here is a statistic to ponder: did you know that there are over 160 million coffee drinkers in the Unites States alone? In terms of consumption, the average American consumes 8.8 lbs. of coffee per year. But consider this: the world leader in terms of consumption is Finland which comes in at nearly 30 lbs per year. That&#8217;s a lot of coffee!<br />
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Another statistic is that there have been well over 19,000 studies done to analyze the effects of coffee. Now, studies can often be skewed to show whatever the author wants, but here is what is generally agreed: consuming 2 to 3 cups of coffee per day is often considered more beneficial than harmful. Recent studies have shown that moderate coffee drinking can reduce the risk of colon cancer (due to it&#8217;s ability to keep you regular), gallstones, cirrhosis of the liver and more, due to the fact the it is loaded with healthy antioxidants. So loaded, that studies have implied that coffee contains higher levels of antioxidants compared to other commonly consumed beverages, such as tea and fruit juice. Coffee has joined the ranks of red wine and chocolate as a guilty pleasure that may actually be good for you. As much as it is a great way to get that â€œfixâ€ in the morning, recent studies have shown that coffee has been found to be rich in antioxidants and contains hundreds of pain-relieving and anti-bacterial compounds. Although one should not drink coffee with wild abandon, it&#8217;s comforting to know that maybe that cup or two in the morning may be good for you. Several studies are also being conducted on Parkinson&#8217;s and diabetic Patients. Research has shown that just one cup of coffee per day can halve your risk of Parkinson&#8217;s, the brain disease that causes tremors and affects movement. Caffeine may protect the brain cells typically lost to Parkinson&#8217;s disease. However, it has been noted that women on hormone therapy do not seem to benefit. It is felt that Estrogen may dilute the effectiveness of caffeine. It has also been found that if a woman drinks three cups of coffee a day, she can reduce her risk of Type 2 Diabetes by twenty to thirty percent. Coffee may help promote the delivery of insulin to the tissues. Experts believe that coffee&#8217;s antioxidants, such as chlorogenic acid and caffeine acid, deserve the credit. There are also on going studies that are producing favorable reports on coffee helping to fight Alzheimer&#8217;s due to the caffeine stimulating the cognitive area of the brain. This is just the tip of the ice berg.</p>
<p>People with asthma who drink coffee can have up to 25 percent fewer symptoms because one of the compounds in coffee &#8211; theophylline &#8211; acts as a bronchodilator. A recent Brazilian study showed that consumption of coffee promotes better sperm mobility &#8211; and now studies are in progress to determine whether caffeine can help infertile men. Coffee contains polyphenols, substances that may reduce the risk of cancer and coronary artery disease. Caffeinated coffee, as opposed to decaffeinated coffee, makes you a better thinker. Studies have shown that coffee keeps you focused, particularly when you are doing not-so-pleasant work. A researcher with the U.S. Army stated caffeine improved scores on a range of cognitive tasks, such as decision making, learning, and attention in the sleep-deprived. Coffee can also boost your mood, probably by making you feel more energetic. A little known fact is that coffee contains antioxidants which have been shown to imporve oveall health. Here is a short list of some benefits which have been shown to be present in coffee:</p>
<p>Reduce symptoms of Parkinson&#8217;s Disease</p>
<p>Antibacterial ingredients</p>
<p>Reduce the risk of developing gallstones</p>
<p>Preserve mental accuity</p>
<p>Reduce risk of developing type 2 Diabetes (if you have diabetes, reduce your consumption</p>
<p>If you are free of hypertension, coffee will not likely produce it</p>
<p>Headache relief</p>
<p>Reduce the risk of some types of cancer</p>
<p>Improve physical endurance</p>
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		<title>Tea Anyone?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 04 May 2008 05:23:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the teas that is included in the four group classification of basic teas is black tea. The other three teas are white, green, and oolong. It is considered a true tea, which is not similar to the so-called teas such as herbal, in that the leaves themselves are grown from the camelia sinensis, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One of the teas that is included in the four group classification of basic teas is black tea. The other three teas are white, green, and oolong. It is considered a true tea, which is not similar to the so-called teas such as herbal, in that the leaves themselves are grown from the camelia sinensis, which is the one true tea tree.<br />
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This article elaborates on the kind of areas in which black tea is manufactured and cultivated as well as the various methods in which people typically serve and enjoy black tea.</p>
<p>Cultivating And Growing Black Tea</p>
<p>The regions that commonly manufacture black tea are those that have high altitude areas and some that have a tropical climate, and this may include various areas such as the rainforest region and South America, for example. However traditionally, countries in the Asian region are the prime hosting grounds for cultivating and growing of the tea trees in the production of the teas for consumerism.</p>
<p>While a segment of this market still is controlled by the Asian countries, black tea is now distributed further throughout the world and numerous countries now extensively participate in growing and marketing black tea and products that contain black tea.</p>
<p>Serving and Enjoying Black Tea</p>
<p>There are numerous different ways to serve black tea; it can be served hot, which is a very common method in the Asian countries or in restaurants that are influenced by the Asian culture throughout the world. When it is served hot, people might choose to prepare it with milk and/or sugar or other condiments.</p>
<p>Additionally, there are others that prefer honey and some even enjoy spices such as cloves or cinnamon. When served cold or with ice, people typically try out similar additives to their black tea.</p>
<p>An additional popular black tea based drink is that of chai tea. Even though Chai tea can be made utilizing any of the different variety of teas, the traditional way it is done is to use black tea. Chai tea is flexible in that it can be served either hot or cold, and milk and cream is typically incorporated into it to give it a lighter consistency. In addition, various spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom are utilized to spice it up. Then honey or sometimes sugar as well, is added to it to sweeten it to the drinkers preference.</p>
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		<title>Kitchen Remodeling:  Your Lighting Options</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2008 02:24:30 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Kitchen remodeling; each year millions of homeowners do it.Â  Are you looking to become one of those homeowners?Â  Whether you are looking to remodel every square inch of your kitchen or just part of it, there is a decent chance that you may be in the market for new kitchen lights.Â  The lighting found in [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Kitchen remodeling; each year millions of homeowners do it.Â  Are you looking to become one of those homeowners?Â  Whether you are looking to remodel every square inch of your kitchen or just part of it, there is a decent chance that you may be in the market for new kitchen lights.Â  The lighting found in a kitchen has a significant impact on the roomâ€™s overall atmosphere.Â  That is why many homeowners, when remodeling their kitchens, make the decision to change their kitchen light fixtures.<span id="more-3"></span></p>
<p>If you are interested in replacing your kitchen lights, you will find that you, literally, have an unlimited number of different options.Â  Kitchen lights, as well as their fixtures, come in a number of different sizes, shapes, and styles.Â  Honestly, there are some many different kitchen light fixtures to choose from, you may have a difficult time making up your mind. Despite having a difficult time making a decision, it is important that you do. As previously mentioned, the lighting in a room has a significant impact on the overall quality of that room, as well as how you may feel while inside of it. That is why it is important that you take time to research all of your choices, so that you can make the perfect selection.</p>
<p>One of the most popular types of lights for the kitchen are ceiling lights.Â  Ceiling lights are light fixtures that are attached right to the ceiling.Â  Although they are often known as the most traditional type of lighting for the kitchen, they can be anything but traditional. Whether you are shopping online or at one of your local retail stores, you should have access to hundreds of different light fixtures, many of which are ceiling lights.Â  The cost of a ceiling light will all depend on which style you choose, but, in most cases, you will find that ceiling lights are the most affordable of all kitchen lights.Â  If you are remodeling your kitchen on a budget, these types of lights may be best.</p>
<p>In addition to ceiling fans, hanging kitchen lights are quite popular.Â  Hanging kitchen lights comes in two main styles, chandeliers or pendants.Â  Pendant lighting fixtures are lights that hang down from the ceiling, often about a foot or more.Â  Chandelier lights are a usually a collection of hanging lights that are all grouped together.Â  When it comes to chandelier lights and pendant lights for the kitchen, you will often find that they are referred to as mini lights. This is because the larger size light fixtures are often too large to use in most standard kitchens.</p>
<p>In addition to the above mentioned kitchen light fixtures, you may also want to purchase lights that are known as under cabinet lights.Â  Under cabinet lights are ideal for those who are looking for a quick snack in the middle of the night.Â  If you are purchasing new kitchen cabinets, as part of your kitchen remodeling project, an under the cabinet light may be the perfect addition to your new cupboards.</p>
<p>Whether you have decided that you would like to purchase a mini pendant light, a ceiling light, or a mini chandelier kitchen light, you will still need to choose the light that looks best in your kitchen. As previously mentioned, it may be a good idea to start shopping at one of your local home improvement stores, but if you are looking for a light fixture with a particular design, it may be best to shop online.</p>
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