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Sephra Europe supports Scottish Autism charities

Autism Rocks Fife is a not for profit charitable organisation which offers support, advice and services to over 3200 autistic children and adults throughout Fife.

Sephra Europe, the Kirkcaldy based business which is a leading global name in the dessert equipment and ingredient industry, has announced that it’s donated £10k to two different Scottish Autism charities.

Also known for its subsidiary popcorn business, Sephra Popcorn, which has become the U.K.’s number one tub popcorn brand, Sephra Europe has gifted £5k to Autism Rocks Fife, together with £5k to Perth Autism Support.

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Chocolate is better than Cough Syrup?

Professor Says Chocolate Is Better For You Than Cough Syrup
Professor Says Chocolate Is Better For You Than Cough Syrup

Chocolate is better than Cough Syrup? It’s the cold season, which means you’ll be throwing all sorts of lozenges, sprays and syrups down your throat in a bid to keep your voice fighting fit (not to mention audible).

Well, here’s some good news – chuck away that horrid tasting medicine and start chomping down on a few bars of the good stuff, as one doctor has said that chocolate is better for your throat than cough syrup.

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Why eating Popcorn with Chopsticks is beneficial for your health

Why you should eat popcorn with chopsticks
Why you should eat popcorn with chopsticks.

Why you should eat popcorn with chopsticks – and other psychological tricks to make life more enjoyable.

It happens fast. You crack open a bottle of your favourite drink and put it to your lips. The delicious flavour is nearly overwhelming. But a minute later, you’re barely noticing the taste as you drink it.

Or you buy a new car and think it will make you smile every time you drive it for years. But a month later, that sensation is gone. Now it’s just a car. Continue reading Why eating Popcorn with Chopsticks is beneficial for your health

Chocolate… 5 Scientific Reasons Why It Should Be Savoured

Scientists have discovered that to fully experience chocolate, it should be savored.
Scientists have discovered that to fully experience chocolate, it should be savored.
Chocolate has tempted the world more than any other dessert. Though our first instinct is to quickly indulge in chocolate’s creamy goodness, scientists have discovered that to fully experience chocolate, it should be savoured. Continue reading Chocolate… 5 Scientific Reasons Why It Should Be Savoured

Dark chocolate — friend or foe?

Dark Chocolate is one of the most indulgent, versatile treats in all of dessert land.
Chocolate is one of the most indulgent, versatile treats in all of dessert land.
Chocolate is one of the most indulgent, versatile treats in all of dessert land. Every type of dessert, including cakes and candies, comes in chocolate, including dark, milk or white. But desserts are supposed to be bad for you, right? Dark chocolate breaks this rule – providing many health benefits that you may not be aware of. Continue reading Dark chocolate — friend or foe?

Dark Chocolate May Help Prevent Some Types Of Cancer

Cocoa and dark chocolate contain compounds that may help prevent cancer.
Cocoa and dark chocolate contain compounds that may help prevent cancer.
Cocoa and dark chocolate contain compounds that may help prevent cancer by many ways, including preventing DNA damage, lowering inflammation, and inhibiting cell proliferation. Experimental evidence shows that cocoa can lower the risk of some types. Most importantly, some human trials show that cocoa can reduce activation of molecules that are involved in the development and progression of cancer. Continue reading Dark Chocolate May Help Prevent Some Types Of Cancer