Today is National Bittersweet Chocolate with Almonds Day. I don’t need an excuse to eat dark chocolate or almonds, but if you’re the sort of person who does, read on. Chocolate is full of antioxidants. Antioxidants can inhibit oxidation and the production of free radicals. That’s a fancy way to say eating more chocolate will keep you young. And since dark chocolate has more antioxidants and less fat and sugar, it’s an even better choice. Almonds are also a healthy snack because they’re high in monounsaturated fats, which are believed to reduce the risk of heart disease. The other day I ran across a book by Janet Jones Worley called “Quilts for Chocolate Lovers.” It was filled with quilt patterns with yummy names like, “Black Forest” and “Bridge Mix.” A creative hobby like quilting can bring down your blood pressure and increase your sense of well-being. What could be healthier than quilting while eating chocolate and almonds?
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