PREMIER ISSUE
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July 2010
Issue 1: Volume 1
cheer to your health by dan ball
the secrets behind the magic of wine
récipe of the month
savory and simple almond soup
frésch facts
a truly historic snack
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recipe of the month
SAVORY AND SIMPLE ALMOND SOUP
ALL YOU NEED: - 10 to 12 cloves of garlic - 2 heaped cups blanched almonds - 5 oz. (4 to 5 slices) sourdough bread, crusts removed - 1 cup low-fat milk - 1 to 2 cups chicken stock or water - A drizzle of sherry vinegar - A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil - Sea salt - Freshly ground black pepper - A small bunch of green grapes, quartered - Fresh marjoram, chopped
frésch facts
A TRULY HISTORIC SNACK
Looking for healthy and fun snack food choices often ends with ‘feel good foods’ that aren’t necessarily the best for you. Contrary to popular belief, snacking can actually keep you healthy, and nuts are often a healthy alternative. More popular for being covered in chocolate, the almond is one of he oldest and healthiest snack foods. Issue 1: Volume 1
Preheat the oven to 400ºF and bake the garlic cloves for about 20 minutes or until soft. Break the bread into smaller pieces drizzle and soak with the milk. Using a food processor blend the almonds until fine, and have almost stuck to the side of the bowl. Add the soaked bread and the soft inside of the roasted garlic and a little water and blend. When you have a fine puree, gradually add enough water to make a thick soup consistency. Finish by seasoning with the sherry vinegar, salt and pepper and a good drizzle of olive oil. Garnish top with some quartered green grapes mixed with chopped marjoram and enjoy.
Many believe that almonds are one of the earliest cultivated foods because of their references in the bible. Today, Californian plants account for approximately 80% of the worlds almonds supply, the biggest of which, produces more than 2 million pounds per day. A small snack of almonds will give you almost 25% of your daily needs of calcium and magnesium.
They are also high in antioxidants like Vitamin E and selenium. Studies show that almonds play an important role in preventing colon cancer due to their high fiber content. So, whether dipped in chocolate, sprinkled over a salad or eaten as part of a medley, Almonds are a healthy and fun choice for anyone who looking for a guilt-free snack.
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cheer to your health BY DAN BALL
Is there a finer pleasure than settling in to a glass of your favourite wine after a long day at the office? According to a Nielson phone survey, 58% of North American’s would agree. So what is it that 42% of the population is missing? Commonly used for ceremonial and celebratory purposes, wine, if consumed daily, is also beneficial to keeping your body healthy. According to historians, wine consumption dates back 6500 years to Europe, specifically the Roman Empire, which was the first to perfect the art of wine making, many forms of which are still use to today. Apart from its social properties what benefits does wine have for us? In an interview with Roger Corder from the Royal London school of Medicine, he revealed that red wine possesses certain attributes that can have positive effects on your body. His research, focused on the island of Crete, led to the discovery that the population was living longer and had lower rates of heart disease despite consuming a rather high fat diet. This anomaly was attributed to the fact that an important part of the Cretian diet was the steady consumption of red wine, which was especially rich in Procyanidins. Issue 1: Volume 1
What does this mean? Wine can raise your good cholesterol and also help to thin your blood allowing it to flow through your body easier. There are also a lot of non-alcohol related nutrients in wine that can help combat heart disease. So, if you want to enjoy the benefits of wine it is important to remember that wine is more beneficial when consumed in moderation and with food and that on those patio days the heat accelerates the rate of inebriation. For females one glass a day is enough, while for males a possible two to three glasses a day will suffice. While red wine is proven to be better for you, white wine shares similar benefits, but no matter what your taste, you can look forward to being a little healthier after that relaxing glass with dinner.
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