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I’ve been saying it for years, and now it’s confirmed by a group of researchers at Oxford University along with their colleagues at the University of Oslo that I’ve been right all along. Tea, wine and chocolate sure enough keep my brain active. The researchers say it’s the high levels of flavonoids that keep away dementia and keep me smart. Now maybe my friends won’t laugh so loud when I have a cup of green tea every morning, and indulge in a glass of wine and a Tootsie Roll or a Rocky Road Bar after dinner. Although the Oxford research isn’t a clinical …

Older people must cut calories As I get older it’s harder and harder to keep from gaining weight. It seems that consuming the same amount of calories that I did 10 or 15 years ago leads to more weight gain no matter how much I exercise! Doctors have determined that the body’s energy requirements continue to decline the older we get. So if I start recording what I eat, put less food on my plate, and eat more fruits and vegetables I can control my weight gain. As I understand it, any weight gain makes me have a greater risk of getting diabetes and other chronic diseases. Those are …

Decorating with candy can be loads of fun and it’s a great way to bring your family together for a holiday activity.  A few ideas are:   Make a hanging candy ornament Glue a piece of ribbon in a loop to the top of a styrofoam ball with a low temperature glue gun. This will be for hanging your ornament once it is completely decorated. Next, cover your styrofoam ball with gumballs or hard candy using the low temperature hot glue gun. Hang it from a door knob in your house or anywhere else that strikes your fancy.  Create a gumball picture frame Find a simple wooden frame and paint it the c …

Brand Keys is a leading research consulting firm specializing in changing markets. After a recent survey of men’s ever-changing eating habits, they found a trend toward eating more chocolate. They note a number of reasons including stress reduction, mood lifting and quick energy boost. What the typical man might not know is that chocolate contains antioxidants and boosts fell-good chemicals in the brain. Reese’s peanut butter cups, Snickers and Kit Kat bars make-up the top three selections men are reaching for these days. So, stock-up on M&M’s plain and peanut, Tootsie Ro …

The next generation of candymachines.com has arrived! Continuing to bring the best value to their customers, candymachines.com has co-located the blog within the candymachines.com website, making it even easier to get the latest news in vending and everything candy. Whether you are a bulk newbie or a vending veteran, visit the new blog, save it in your favorites and check back often for frequent postings including; vending advice, industry highlights, recent trends, and special offers from candymachines.com – The Way to Sweet Success …