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choc·o·late

Pronunciation: 'chä-k(&-)l&t, 'cho-
Function: noun
Etymology: Spanish, from Nahuatl chocolAtl
Date: 1604
1: a beverage made by mixing chocolate with water or milk
2: a food prepared from ground roasted cacao beans
3: a small candy with a center (as a fondant) and a chocolate coating
4: a brownish gray
- chocolate adjective

Scientific name: Theobroma Cacao (in Greek, theobroma means God food)

Chocolate and Health:

Health and Nutrition “From the Chocolate and Cocoa trade associations” Nutrition and Health Information “From CandyUSA” California Academy of Science - Natural History Museum - CHOCOLATE HEALTH FACTS Chocolate and Health Brochure "A comprehensive and well referenced PDF document on the scientific aspects of Chocolate and Health, prepared primarily for health professionals, prepared by the Chocolate Manufacturers Association with technical assistance from the American Dietetic Association."	Health Central - Health Food? "Is chocolate the NEW health food? Chocolate is HEALTHY for Teeth Tulane University Research: Read Articles HERE and HERE How Chocolate Can Save the Planet from NPR's "Climate Connections" series, played 11/19/07
Chocolate in moderation may be good for you! There is a widespread belief that anything which tastes good must be bad for you. However, this 1998 article from the British Medical Journal challenges that! They followed a cohort of Harvard alumni for five years and found that those who ate candy were likely to live significantly longer than non-consumers. Mortality was lowest in those who consumed candy 1-3 times a month and rose in more frequent consumers. The authors propose the antioxidant properties of chocolate as a plausible explanation for the effect. HMMMM! Better read it, then HOP ON IN! <<< Download!
CHOCOLATE HAS BENEFICIAL CARDIOVASCULAR EFFECTS: WE KNEW THIS, BUT FOR YOU NON-BELIEVERS... A recent study in the Journal of the American Medical Association concluded that "A calorie-balanced increase in consumption of dark chocolate may favorably affect BP in previously untreated elderly hypertensive individuals." READ: Chocolate (in moderation - all things in moderation!) may help high blood pressure. Read the full article HERE. (How many more excuses do you need to come visit us at Blue Frog Chocolates??)
The Fall 2003 Issue of Eating Well “Chocolate Unwrapped” - Chocolate and Health: “Could it be just what the doctor ordered?” Download the article here: <<Chocolate Unwrapped>>
Dark Chocolate Improves Endothelial Function in Healthy Adults: Published on Medscape: Flavonoid-rich dark chocolate improves endothelial function and is associated with increased plasma epicatechin concentrations in healthy adults, according to the results of a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study published in the June issue of the Journal of the American College of Nutrition 2004;23:197-204. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE:
Dark Chocolate Inhibits Platelet Aggregation in Healthy Volunteers Published on Medscape Conclusion of the Study : Dark chocolate acutely reduces platelet activity, and has potential to reduce CVD and thromboembolic disease.Presenter: Gwen Kennedy, PhD (Ninewells Hospital & Medical School, Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom) Congress of the International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis; Birmingham, UK, July 12-18, 2003 CLICK HERE TO READ MORE:
Flavonoid-Rich Dark Chocolate Improves Endothelial Function: Dark chocolate derived from the plant (Theobroma cacao) is a rich source of flavonoids. Cardioprotective effects including antioxidant properties, inhibition of platelet activity, and activation of endothelial nitric oxide synthase have been ascribed to the cocoa flavonoids. I n a randomized double blind, placebo trial, recently published in Journal of the American College of Nutrition, (Vol. 23, No. 3, 197-204, 2004), Engler et all conclude that "This is the first clinical trial to demonstrate improved endothelial function in healthy adults following short-term consumption of flavonoid-rich dark chocolate.....Our findings suggest a possible cardioprotective effect by flavonoid-rich chocolate, independent of changes in measures of oxidative stress and lipid profiles." To read the entire (rather technical) research article, download the PDF (link here) or go to http://www.jacn.org/cgi/content/full/23/3/197
Eat Chocolate, Live Longer? - Read the Oct 10, 2004 New York Times Article about the quest to make cocoa a healthful, "functional" food. - see The New York Times HERE
The Chocolate Cure-All - City Life Magazine: Is a daily chocolate treat a prescription for health and happiness? An article interview with Rick, the owner of Blue Frog Chocolates. (April 2005) - Open the PDF Here: Chocolate Health - City Life Magazine
The MARS COMPANY on MSNBC Mars Company has unveiled plans to develop medications that use a component of cocoa to help treat diabetes, strokes and vascular disease. “The mounting scientific evidence [on health benefits of cocoa] is extraordinary,” said Dr. Norm Hollenberg, professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School, which has collaborated with Mars on cocoa research.
Chocolate helps fight tooth-decay (click below) CHOCOLATE HEALTHY FOR TEETH: Reserch shows chocolate may be healthy to fight against tooth decay.
Chocolate and Health - an excellent site providing an overview of the health claims, and health myths, concerning chocolate. Click Here: allchocolate.com
* The AAMC Reporter talks about Blue Frog Chocolates and the owners HERE (Article by AAMC Reporter, August 2007)
Delta Sky Magazine - Laissez les Bons Shoppings: SWEET REWARDS Image HERE

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Chocolate Manufacturers and Associations:

Chocolate and Cocoa Associations
“Information for the trade and the public”

Scharffen Berger
“An outstanding domestic manufacturer whose products we stock all year."

Chocolate Cuisine
"Recipes and more...all about chocolate"

Magazine Merchants Association
"The Art of shopping in style!"

World Cocoa Foundation
“Read about their work to improve the standard of living of cocoa farmers around the world while sustaining the environment."

Joseph Schmidt – Chocolatier
“Read about Joseph and his signature egg-shaped truffles – available year round at BFC.”

DALLAS NEWS Monday, December 1, 2008
Tour New Orleans' Magazine Street for 6 miles of shopping, eating - See Article HERE

- If you are unable to read it online, please download the PDF Article HERE

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Chocolate Fun Facts and History:

The Sweet Lure of Chocolate
“A ‘must-see’ online exploration of Chocolate, by the Exploratorium in San Francisco . Includes an online video of the Scharffen Berger chocolate factory.”

See the Video HERE:

Virtual Chocolate
“Online Chocoholics Heaven – from quotes, to books, to downloadable wallpaper – there’s something Chocolate for everyone here.”

Chocolate! Chocolate!
“Facts, figures and fun from CandyUSA"

Native Chocolate Recipes
“XOCATL - Aztec style!”

The Ultimate in Chocolate
“Lots of recipes, trivia and facts”

Chocolate Wrappers
“A huge gallery of international chocolate bar wrappers”

Chocolate – the Exhibit
“From the Field Museum in Chicago . A terrific site to read all about Chocolate - here”

Chocolatier Magazine
“The magazine for serious chocolate people.”

Chocolate - the food of the gods
“Chocolate recipes and resources at the PastryWiz Food Resource site"

The Cocoa Chain
"An excellent archived issue (1998) of the New Internationalist Magazine that features the Ghanaian Cocoa Industry in great depth. - The bittersweet journey from cocoa to chocolate"

The Cocoa Tree
"all about the growth of cocoa, the economics of cocoa,
making chocolate and biodiversity. A terrific site."

* Creating a Higher Chocolate Consciousness
- NPR's Joanne Silberner conducts a taste test on NPR's Morning Edition, featuring chocolate made by "Chocolates El Rey" and "Scharffen Berger Chocolate Maker" - both stocked at BFC. Listen in! Click Here to Listen!

Download several publications about Chocolate from the National
Confectioners Association, including:

* Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Chocolate
* The Story of Chocolate
* Chocolate & Health: A Health Professionals Guide to Chocolate
* Types of Chocolate

Click here for publications!

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Fun Frog Sites:

Absolute Froggies
“Frog jokes, images, links, even sounds!”

FROGS
“An online exploration of frogs by the Exploratorium in San Francisco .

A Thousand Friends of Frogs
“From Hamline University”

Frog Nirvana
" Frog gifts, jewelry, clothing, fountains & tons of other frogs."

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Friends' Links and Exchanges:

BondDesign, llc
“Full Service Graphic and Web Design in New Orleans"

Southern Tradition Barbershop Quartet - Singing together since 1989

Octavia Books
"Continues to advance New Orleans' fine tradition of independent bookselling."

Dat's Cajun
the retail division of Louisiana Gifts and Gallery, Inc. has been introduced to help our retailers since Katrina and Rita have devastated so much of our tourism.

Designs for Canines
- A design firm for dogs. Products include “fetching” clothing, accessories, bedding, “barkitecture,” and specialize in costume design for the many dog parades around the country.

Dr. Rand M. Voorhies M.D.
- Practice includes general adult neurosurgery with a special emphasis on complex spine and minimally invasive spinal operations.

Dutel & Tranchina Lawfirm
- The professional firm of Dutel & Tranchina encompasses all of the expertise and high technology of conglomerate law firms in and around New Orleans.

Girod House Condominium
- The house was built in 1833 as a double for Francois Girod by Charles Thompson, and is an unusual but welcome piece of architecture for the New Orleans area.

Harlequin Family Card Pool Games
- Family Card Pool Games (FCP) are billiard and pool games for all ages, played on any pocket pool table (billiards) of any dimension, using special billiard balls, playing cards and 3 unique dice with the new Family Card Pool Games rules!

Mercy Family Center
- outpatient behavioral health clinic with locations in the Greater New Orleans area and on the North Shore. Founded in 1992, Mercy Family Center serves children and families from all parts of Louisiana and Southern Mississippi.

Phoenix Environmental Group
- Available alternative energy solutions including; solar panels, battery back-up systems, solar water-heating panels, wind turbines, geothermal cooling/refrigeration systems, water collection/conservation units, voltage filters, LED space heating units, and more.

Mardi Gras Chorus - the Greater New Orleans Chapter

Barbershop Harmony Society - We keep the Whole World Singing

Downtown New Orleans Hotels
- Welcome to New Orleans, LA! Downtown New Orleans Hotels offers
great rates on over 50 hotels near downtown New Orleans.

Piranesi Antiques and Decoration
- New Orleans Antiques: The newest addition to the eclectic, creative Lower Garden District art and antique scene on Magazine Street.

Project Fleur-de-lis™
- A school-based mental health program, designed to provide long-term care and recovery for children and their families in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

RCA Pension Advisors
- Creators of The Wealth Technology™, a comprehensive, values-based, wealth management structure providing ambitious, innovative business owners and professionals with clarity and confidence.

Redline Band
- New Orleans band that performs in every venue including nightclubs, casinos, bars, festivals, and is the perfect band for all occasions such as corporate functions, private parties and weddings.

RSVP Stationers
- One of the largest purveyors of, printer compatible, blank invitation card stock in the United States. The perfect invitation for every occasion or theme party, corporate or social event.

Samyra Fashion Jewelry
- The United States purveyor of unique and exclusive European jewelry. Samyra offers an extensive collection of the creative design team of Dyrberg / Kern.

St. Charles Avenue Baptist Church
- A distinctive community of faith known for its accepting nature, spiritual vitality, dedication to true Baptist freedoms, reverent ecumenical worship and challenging preaching.

Terry Tedesco Homes
- Building company selling modular homes — built in Texas and shipped to Louisiana in sections — as move-in ready within a matter of weeks.

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