Delicate and airy, the French Macaron has an almond, sugar and egg whites-based shell. The shells have a light, crunchy texture on the outside and are slightly chewy on the inside. These shells are held together by a filling, typically made from a ganache butter-cream, meringue or jam. The earliest records for the base of […]
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The Physiological Benefits of Fasting
Research using fasting has been reported since 1880. The medical journals contain hundreds of articles documenting the value of fasting in improving the function of the entire body. Some of the illnesses that benefit or are relieved from fasting include type two diabetes, angina, arthritis, allergies, inflammatory disease, and hypertension. In addition, scientific literature indicates […]
Going Raw
Going Raw: Everything You Need to Start Your Own Raw Food Diet and Lifestyle Revolution at Home shows that a raw-food diet is a healthful way to detox, clear up your skin, shed a few pounds, and feel radiant. But who has time to track down hard-to-find ingredients and whip up labor-intensive recipes every day? […]