Coffee, Asthma, Arthritis, and Diabetes

!±8± Coffee, Asthma, Arthritis, and Diabetes

While there is no cure for autoimmune diseases like asthma, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and diabetes, you do not have to live helpless and at their mercy. Studies have shown that making simple changes can make a difference in your quality of life. One of those changes is giving up or at least reducing your consumption of coffee.

Despite being inflammatory, coffee has had its medicinal purposes. My own ancestors used it to treat asthma. I have friends outside the U.S., who are still dependent upon coffee to treat asthma. Certain caffeine-type chemicals in coffee have been proven effective at stimulating bronchial dilation in people diagnosed with specific types of asthma. Some modern day asthma medications are even made from chemicals in the caffeine family.

For those using coffee as a natural asthma medication, you should keep in mind that caffeine is a toxic chemical. Its purpose in plant life is to act as an insecticide. In people, caffeine suppresses the enzymes needed for memory making. It also raises blood sugar and insulin levels, causing inflammation and aggravating diabetes.

Simply drinking decaffeinated coffee isn't the answer either. Women who drink more than one cup a day of decaffeinated coffee are considered at a much higher risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis. The theory is that chemically decaffeinated products are causing the increased risk of autoimmunity. If you are going to drink decaffeinated coffee anyway, be sure that it uses a non-chemical based decaffeinating method and that the coffee was organically grown. Those who do not drink organic coffee, are exposed to too many man-made pesticides.

Coffee, Asthma, Arthritis, and Diabetes

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Making Raisin Cake

!±8± Making Raisin Cake

Raisin cake is best served at tea time. The ingredients used in this cake recipe are similar to those of any other plain cake like fruit cake, marble cake etc. The key points in making a soft raisin cake is to use the right quantity of ingredients and follow the exact steps as shown in this recipe. The preparation time is not much as it usually takes a maximum of 60 minutes from beating to baking. This raisin cake can be served to a maximum of 6 people. When making for more people just increase the quantity of ingredients maintaining the exact ratio.

Ingredients Required:
4 eggs
8 oz butter (softened)
8 oz sugar
8 oz plain flour
1 tsp baking powder
2 drops of vanilla essence
Pinch of salt
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup milk

Cooking Instructions:
The first step in making a plain cake batter is to beat butter so that it becomes smooth. It is best to use softened butter as it requires less time and effort to make it smooth. While beating, gradually increase the speed of beater in this process. Keep beating butter with sugar until it gets a creamy texture. Now gradually add egg yolks and beat well to mix evenly. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites on high speed for 2-3 minutes to form a foamy texture . Always beat egg whites just before adding in the batter otherwise it separates itself into liquid and foam and your cake might become hard. Mix egg whites into the mixture and make fine smooth batter. Add few drops of vanilla essence as it will remove any unpleasant smell of egg. Mix separately, all the dry ingredients i.e flour, baking powder, salt and sift them together so that all the air escapes from the mixture and they mix evenly. Using spatula, add and mix dry mixture to the batter. You can also use a beater for this purpose but you will have to keep its speed very low because we just want the ingredients to be mixed together. Now add half cup of milk, raisins and mix using any flat spatula. In a suitable size baking pan, pour the batter and bake in preheated oven for 30-40 minutes at 180 degree centigrade. It is not necessary that the baking time remains same as mentioned above. It may be more or less because depending upon the working of your oven. The best way to check the cake is when you start sensing its smell. At this point, insert a knife from top till deep down the bottom of your cake. If it comes out clear and dry then your raisin came is ready.

Making Raisin Cake

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Coffee: Where It Comes From-Part One.

!±8± Coffee: Where It Comes From-Part One.

An eight minute compilation video showing growing, harvesting and processing in the prominent coffee producing countries of Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica and East Java, Indonesia. Additional scenery footage and local coffee culture are included to give one the feel of each country. Shot over a period of years by Seattle-based photographer Nick Gunderson for the gourmet coffee industry.

Coffee: Where It Comes From-Part One.

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!±8± Cuisinart Single Serve Brewing System Commercial

Perfect for both personal use and entertaining, this single-serve home-brewing system offers consumers fresh gourmet coffee, tea, hot cocoa and more in under one minute. Using Keurig K-Cups®—featuring over two hundred varieties of pre-measured, premium brand coffee and tea—this brewer's innovative one-touch technology makes it easier than ever for consumers to enjoy a wide array of hot beverages. See more at www.cuisinart.com

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Coffee After Dark - The Java Continues @ Blue Bananas 3-30-2011

!±8± Coffee After Dark - The Java Continues @ Blue Bananas 3-30-2011

Coffee After Dark @ Blue Bananas Cafe 3-30-2011 Come enjoy a spoken word, poetry, and a gourmet coffee tasting dinner. Indulge your senses with an eclectic experience complimented by live jazz music. The perfect ending to your week! The drinks featured will be: Cafe Blue Blueberry Coffee served with three olives, chocolate vodka, Bailey's Irish Creme, and blue whipped cream. Red Pill served with Starbucks Passion Tea ,Bacardi Dragon Fruit Rum (substitutions can be provided), and raspberry syrup. Blue Pill served with Green tea, Triple Sec or Curacao, simple syrup topped with lemon zest sorbet. Coffee tastings of Jamaican Blue Mountain (coffees will be paired with chocolate, fruit and cheese). Our drink tastings will be paired Jamaican Jerk Chicken and Herbed Cornbread Finger Sandwiches and a three blue cheese tray with select fruit. We will showcase blues inspired poetry, live jazz, vocalists, and various poets as well as improv. There will also be a cash bar. Tickets on sale at BananasfterDark.Eventbrite.com !

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Italian Gourmet Gift Baskets

!±8± Italian Gourmet Gift Baskets

When making up Italian gourmet gift baskets you have a choice of either purchasing an empty basket or filling the basket yourself or you can buy a pre made basket gift and add a few items to the basket to make it more personal and unique. Many of the gourmet baskets that are available are complete and do not need any additional items included.

Instead of using a basket you can also use a wooden box that has been varnished, or a bucket, a beach bag or any other container that would suit the occasion. No matter what container you use, make sure it is a gift worth giving and a memorable gift that will be appreciated for a long time to come.

There is nothing nicer than receiving a gift that is unique and well presented. And a favorite of most people is Italian cuisine. Italian food is popular worldwide and a gift basket filled with Italian delights will be a great hit with any person no matter what age group. Italian gourmet is aspiring to most people as the cooking techniques and flavors are exceptionally appetizing as the Italians are famous for many of their foods such as pasta.

In addition the Italians are also famous for their Parmesan cheese and dry cured ham whereby the meat is seasoned with traditional seasoning. Another favorite is balsamic vinegar which is made from sweet wine grapes and is well aged. Another well sought after item is the virgin olive oils. Italy cannot be beaten when it comes to excellence as well as culinary diversity. By giving Italian gourmet gift baskets people can truly savor and sample the wonders of Italy.

A classic Italian gift basket would contain various different cheeses, olive oils, olives, balsamic vinegar, a variety of different pastas, and a variety of different pasta sauces, parmesan cheese, a loaf or two of Italian flat bread and or Italian rolls. In addition you can add a few different packet of Italian coffee ad a few packets of Italian biscuits. You can include some readymade Italian desserts as well as a bottle or two of some good Italian red wine.

When making an Italian gift gourmet basket it is really a nice idea to line the basket with a bold red and white or green and white checked tablecloth. This type of fabric gives that rural Italian look. You can also add some checked serviettes of the same color. In addition add two wine glasses and maybe two pasta bowls. If you have decided to pack the basket with an assortment of pastrami, salami and other Italian meats, mixed with a variety of cheese and wine, which will also make an ideal and welcomed gift.

Italian gourmet gift baskets are a lot of fun to create as well as easy to make. You don't have to be artistic or creative as anyone can make up a gift basket. However I you don't have the time you can go online and order a readymade gift basket from one of the many online gift shops. There is a huge selection of gift baskets to choose from which are also affordable. Whichever way you choose, the person receiving the gift will welcome the gift with open arms.

Italian Gourmet Gift Baskets

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Health-Conscious Coffees

!±8± Health-Conscious Coffees

The Word is Out!!! Smart Choice Better Health ....Health-Conscious Coffees Have you tried the NEW Gourmet Coffees and Teas? Get your FREE Samples today!! www.hccoffees.net/reptoneoflacoffee

Health-Conscious Coffees

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