
Chef Alain explains how to determine good quality chocolate, the signs of old or low-quality chocolate, and how to store chocolate for best flavor protection.
by Chef Alain Braux, C.E.P.C., C.M.B., B.S. Holistic Nutrition

Chef Alain explains how to determine good quality chocolate, the signs of old or low-quality chocolate, and how to store chocolate for best flavor protection.

Dark chocolate offers many health benefits. These are some of the reasons to enjoy organic raw cocoa or dark chocolate with at least 70% cacao.

Many of these natural chemical compounds in raw cocoa and in organic dark chocolate have been explored in scientific literature as being significant to health…

Chef Alain Braux shares his best hot chocolate recipe, and tips on the health benefits of cocoa and dark chocolate.

Not all chocolates are created equal (or evil!). Find out which type of chocolate is healthy and why other types are outright unhealthy.

Dark chocolate for your health is a multi-part series about one of our favorite treats. Today we take a closer look at cocoa powder and cocoa butter.

Learn about the health benefits of pomegranate juice, green tea, raw cocoa powder, and other beverages and specialty foods.

Read about the extraordinary health benefits of certain types of meat and fish, i.e. the amazing amount of a newly-discovered antioxidant in salmon.

In the previous post we talked about the health benefits of seeds and spices. Today we’ll turn our attention to dairy products and eggs. I know, some of you will say, ”il est fou ce gars” (this guy’s crazy), but there are good reasons to include some dairy products in your healthy diet. One thing right away [...]

Among the best foods to eat, flaxseed has loads of fiber, omega-3s and other beneficial nutrients. Read more on pumpkin and sesame seeds, and healthy spices.
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Chef Alain explains the truth about eggs and cholesterol, and he suggests 3 methods of cooking eggs right – the healthy way, even with butter!

Overview of natural sweeteners and healthy sugar substitutes, and their health benefits. Learn about agave, stevia, maple syrup, sucanat, lo han, and many more.

The good news is that, if you’re willing, you can make your own butter. Buy organic heavy cream. Mix it with the same probiotic culture used to make yogurt. Let it sit at room temperature for 24 hours to allow for fermentation. Refrigerate overnight. Whisk it until it turns into butter. With a cheesecloth, drain the buttermilk (or save it for other uses) and voila! You have made your own homemade butter. It is called cultured butter. Here again, the secret is moderation. 1 to 2 pats of real butter a day will do you good.
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