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Hey, a short entry today to plug my relatively new website where I'm blogging on a regular basis about getting older and all the trappings that come with it.
I named the site cleverly...
AgingBoomersBlog.com
Okay, so that's not so clever. But it was an available domain name that more-or-less reflected what it was going to be about.
Anyway, if you're an aging boomer, surf on over and bookmark my new site. Then spend some time there reading the many posts already up and then spending some more time commenting and moving the discussions forward.
I promise my AgingBoomersBlog.com will never be dull or boring or politically correct!
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The happenings in the Christchurch Cafe Scene
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By Scott Donaldson
The cafe picture in Christchurch transformed significantly in 2011. What at one time existed as a defined city centre with bars, eateries and shops, now Christchurch has seen its cafes spread throughout the city luring residents and visitors to virtually all areas of the city. This is just the thing for the suburbanisation of Christchurch quite a few suburbs were lacking developed sections of local independently owned stores and cafes. Visitors and residents will still be spoiled for choice when it comes to figuring out the best place to eat.
Not only are eateries showing up on the borders of the city, cafes in the centre of Christchurch are making a return. Together with the opening up of the city mall (which happens to be the place to find three Christchurch cafes) along with the re-opening of C1, a Christchurch caf institution, everything's looking positive for the central city Christchurch cafe scene.
The people of Christchurch are captivated with cafes and their coffee. In fact we have seen a coffee revolution in the last couple of years. Due to this improved popularity, the number of cafes and eateries have greatly increased and coffee consumers have become fairly choosy with where they're going to have their hot beverage of preference. You can find a large number of types of coffees to choose from in the local cafes. What's more, consumers in addition have a selection of cup sizes, sort of milk and number of espresso shots. Christchurch baristas often win the New Zealand top barista award which is passed out yearly, there are many schools in which barista enthusiasts can go to learn how to make the best espresso.
With regard to what you should expect at a Christchurch cafe well it is a mixed bag. There are plenty of cafes in the city all with their very own personality and style. What is wonderful about the caf scene is that you are sure to discover a cafe you like. Additionally, cafes are popping up across the city almost each week.
If you're looking for a unique cafe Christchurch is the perfect city. A large number of cafes in Christchurch have re-opened in their previous location or have opened up within a temporary pop up position or have moved to a completely new site. Additionally it is great to hear that numerous guidebooks continue to encourage tourists to go to Christchurch when in New Zealand, particularly because of the amount of stores and cafes that are open.
The food items in cafes in Christchurch is often viewable in glass units and you will often have a good choice of food to pick from (including a blackboard menu that displays the daily special deals). Numerous cafes choose to roast their very own beans, doing this they have full control over the final product (your cup of coffee).
About the Author:
Find out about places to go as well as other things to do in Christchurch at www.neatplaces.co.nz. NEAT places is focused on supporting independent, local businesses in the city. Find that new restaurant, fashion store or cafe Christchurch has produced is located or to find the latest hot spot, check it out!
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The cafe picture in Christchurch transformed significantly in 2011. What at one time existed as a defined city centre with bars, eateries and shops, now Christchurch has seen its cafes spread throughout the city luring residents and visitors to virtually all areas of the city. This is just the thing for the suburbanisation of Christchurch quite a few suburbs were lacking developed sections of local independently owned stores and cafes. Visitors and residents will still be spoiled for choice when it comes to figuring out the best place to eat.
Not only are eateries showing up on the borders of the city, cafes in the centre of Christchurch are making a return. Together with the opening up of the city mall (which happens to be the place to find three Christchurch cafes) along with the re-opening of C1, a Christchurch caf institution, everything's looking positive for the central city Christchurch cafe scene.
The people of Christchurch are captivated with cafes and their coffee. In fact we have seen a coffee revolution in the last couple of years. Due to this improved popularity, the number of cafes and eateries have greatly increased and coffee consumers have become fairly choosy with where they're going to have their hot beverage of preference. You can find a large number of types of coffees to choose from in the local cafes. What's more, consumers in addition have a selection of cup sizes, sort of milk and number of espresso shots. Christchurch baristas often win the New Zealand top barista award which is passed out yearly, there are many schools in which barista enthusiasts can go to learn how to make the best espresso.
With regard to what you should expect at a Christchurch cafe well it is a mixed bag. There are plenty of cafes in the city all with their very own personality and style. What is wonderful about the caf scene is that you are sure to discover a cafe you like. Additionally, cafes are popping up across the city almost each week.
If you're looking for a unique cafe Christchurch is the perfect city. A large number of cafes in Christchurch have re-opened in their previous location or have opened up within a temporary pop up position or have moved to a completely new site. Additionally it is great to hear that numerous guidebooks continue to encourage tourists to go to Christchurch when in New Zealand, particularly because of the amount of stores and cafes that are open.
The food items in cafes in Christchurch is often viewable in glass units and you will often have a good choice of food to pick from (including a blackboard menu that displays the daily special deals). Numerous cafes choose to roast their very own beans, doing this they have full control over the final product (your cup of coffee).
About the Author:
Find out about places to go as well as other things to do in Christchurch at www.neatplaces.co.nz. NEAT places is focused on supporting independent, local businesses in the city. Find that new restaurant, fashion store or cafe Christchurch has produced is located or to find the latest hot spot, check it out!
Avocados in the United States
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Avocados were first introduced to the United States in 1871, when Judge R.B. Ord planted three trees in Santa Barbara, California.
Rudolph Hass, a postman, patented the Hass avocado tree in 1935. The first Hass avocado tree is still alive and producing fruit.
Mexico is the world's top producer of avocados, with California coming in second.
California boasts 7,000 avocado groves. San Diego County produces 60% of California avocados. Florida is the second main producer in the United States.
Aside from the United States and Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Brazil, and Colombia are the world's top producing countries.
One tree can produce between 150 and 500 avocados per year.
The average avocado contains 300 calories and 30 grams of healthy polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fat.
Avocados have the highest protein content of any fruit.
Avocados contain more potassium than bananas.
One avocado contains 81 mcg of lutein, an important nutrient for healthy eyes.
Once an avocado is picked, it takes between 7 and 10 days to ripen. Keeping it in the refrigerator will slow down the ripening process, while putting it in a paper bag with a ripe apple will speed up the process.
On average, 53.5 million pounds of guacamole are eaten every Super Bowl Sunday, enough to cover a football field more than 20 feet thick.
Rudolph Hass, a postman, patented the Hass avocado tree in 1935. The first Hass avocado tree is still alive and producing fruit.
Mexico is the world's top producer of avocados, with California coming in second.
California boasts 7,000 avocado groves. San Diego County produces 60% of California avocados. Florida is the second main producer in the United States.
Aside from the United States and Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Brazil, and Colombia are the world's top producing countries.
One tree can produce between 150 and 500 avocados per year.
The average avocado contains 300 calories and 30 grams of healthy polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fat.
Avocados have the highest protein content of any fruit.
Avocados contain more potassium than bananas.
One avocado contains 81 mcg of lutein, an important nutrient for healthy eyes.
Once an avocado is picked, it takes between 7 and 10 days to ripen. Keeping it in the refrigerator will slow down the ripening process, while putting it in a paper bag with a ripe apple will speed up the process.
On average, 53.5 million pounds of guacamole are eaten every Super Bowl Sunday, enough to cover a football field more than 20 feet thick.
Haas Avocados
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Avocados have been cultivated for thousands of years. A favorite of the Aztecs, they were native to Central America. There are generally two types of avocados available in U.S. markets—the Hass avocado from California and the West Indian avocado from Florida. The green-black Hass avocado was named for Rudolph Hass, a Wisconsin mailman who retired to Pasadena and obtained a patent for the "Hass" avocado tree in 1935. Hass avocados are nutty and buttery and rich in healthy monounsaturated oil—from 18 to 30 percent oil in each avocado. The light green Florida avocado is larger and juicier than the Hass variety, but it is less buttery and considerably lower in oil. The Florida avocado contains just 3 to 5 percent oil and roughly 25 to 50 percent less fat than the Hass variety.
The delicious healthy monounsaturated fat in the avocado is one of its biggest SuperFood health claims. The only other fruit with a comparable amount of monounsaturated fat is the olive. The monounsaturated fat in avocados is oleic acid, which may help lower cholesterol. One study found that after seven days on a diet that included avocados, there were significant decreases in both total and LDL cholesterol as well as an 11 percent increase in the "good" HDL cholesterol. Half a California avocado has a really excellent overall nutrient profile. At 145 calories it contains approximately 2 grams of protein, 6 grams of fiber, and 13 grams of fat, most of which (8.5 grams) is monounsaturated fat.
The delicious healthy monounsaturated fat in the avocado is one of its biggest SuperFood health claims. The only other fruit with a comparable amount of monounsaturated fat is the olive. The monounsaturated fat in avocados is oleic acid, which may help lower cholesterol. One study found that after seven days on a diet that included avocados, there were significant decreases in both total and LDL cholesterol as well as an 11 percent increase in the "good" HDL cholesterol. Half a California avocado has a really excellent overall nutrient profile. At 145 calories it contains approximately 2 grams of protein, 6 grams of fiber, and 13 grams of fat, most of which (8.5 grams) is monounsaturated fat.
Avocado Nutrition
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Avocados contain 81 micrograms of the carotenoid lutein, which some studies suggest may help maintain healthy eyes.
Avocados, due to their mono and polyunsaturated fat content, are a healthy substitution for foods rich in saturated fat.
One-fifth of a medium avocado (1 oz) has 50 calories and contributes nearly 20 vitamins and minerals making it a good nutrient choice.
Avocados contain 76 milligrams beta-sitosterol in a 3-oz serving of avocado. Beta-sitosterol is a natural plant sterol which may help maintain healthy cholesterol levels.
Avocados contribute nearly 20 vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients. Phytonutrients are thought to help prevent many chronic diseases.
Avocados contribute nearly 20 vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients, including 4% of the recommended Daily Value (DV) for vitamin E, 4% vitamin C, 8% folate, 4% fiber, 2% iron, 4% potassium, with 81 micrograms of lutein and 19 micrograms of beta-carotene.
Avocados act as a “nutrient booster” by enabling the body to absorb more fat–soluble nutrients, such as alpha– and beta–carotene as well as lutein, in foods that are eaten with the fruit.
Avocados, due to their mono and polyunsaturated fat content, are a healthy substitution for foods rich in saturated fat.
One-fifth of a medium avocado (1 oz) has 50 calories and contributes nearly 20 vitamins and minerals making it a good nutrient choice.
Avocados contain 76 milligrams beta-sitosterol in a 3-oz serving of avocado. Beta-sitosterol is a natural plant sterol which may help maintain healthy cholesterol levels.
Avocados contribute nearly 20 vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients. Phytonutrients are thought to help prevent many chronic diseases.
Avocados contribute nearly 20 vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients, including 4% of the recommended Daily Value (DV) for vitamin E, 4% vitamin C, 8% folate, 4% fiber, 2% iron, 4% potassium, with 81 micrograms of lutein and 19 micrograms of beta-carotene.
Avocados act as a “nutrient booster” by enabling the body to absorb more fat–soluble nutrients, such as alpha– and beta–carotene as well as lutein, in foods that are eaten with the fruit.
Health Benefits
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Avocados contain oleic acid, a monounsaturated fat that may help to lower cholesterol. In one study of people with moderately high cholesterol levels, individuals who ate a diet high in avocados showed clear health improvements. After seven days on the diet that included avocados, they had significant decreases in total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol, along with an 11% increase in health promoting HDL cholesterol.
Avocados are a good source of potassium, a mineral that helps regulate blood pressure. Adequate intake of potassium can help to guard against circulatory diseases, like high blood pressure, heart disease or stroke. In fact, the U.S. Food and Drug Association has authorized a health claim that states: "Diets containing foods that are good sources of potassium and low in sodium may reduce the risk of high blood pressure and stroke."
One cup of avocado has 23% of the Daily Value for folate, a nutrient important for heart health. To determine the relationship between folate intake and heart disease, researchers followed over 80,000 women for 14 years using dietary questionnaires. They found that women who had higher intakes of dietary folate had a 55% lower risk of having heart attacks or fatal heart disease. Another study showed that individuals who consume folate-rich diets have a much lower risk of cardiovascular disease or stroke than those who do not consume as much of this vital nutrient.
Avocados are a good source of potassium, a mineral that helps regulate blood pressure. Adequate intake of potassium can help to guard against circulatory diseases, like high blood pressure, heart disease or stroke. In fact, the U.S. Food and Drug Association has authorized a health claim that states: "Diets containing foods that are good sources of potassium and low in sodium may reduce the risk of high blood pressure and stroke."
One cup of avocado has 23% of the Daily Value for folate, a nutrient important for heart health. To determine the relationship between folate intake and heart disease, researchers followed over 80,000 women for 14 years using dietary questionnaires. They found that women who had higher intakes of dietary folate had a 55% lower risk of having heart attacks or fatal heart disease. Another study showed that individuals who consume folate-rich diets have a much lower risk of cardiovascular disease or stroke than those who do not consume as much of this vital nutrient.
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How to Ripen and Store
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A firm avocado will ripen in a paper bag or in a fruit basket at room temperature within a few days. As the fruit ripens, the skin will turn darker. Avocados should not be refrigerated until they are ripe. Once ripe, they can be kept refrigerated for up to a week. If you are refrigerating a whole avocado, it is best to keep it whole and not slice it in order to avoid browning that occurs when the flesh is exposed to air.
If you have used a portion of a ripe avocado, it is best to store the remainder in the refrigerator. Store in a plastic bag, wrap with plastic wrap, or place on a plate and cover with plastic wrap. Sprinkling the exposed surface(s) with lemon juice will help to prevent the browning that can occur when the flesh comes in contact with oxygen in the air.
If you have used a portion of a ripe avocado, it is best to store the remainder in the refrigerator. Store in a plastic bag, wrap with plastic wrap, or place on a plate and cover with plastic wrap. Sprinkling the exposed surface(s) with lemon juice will help to prevent the browning that can occur when the flesh comes in contact with oxygen in the air.
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