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Guacamole This recipe calls for preparing the guacamole in a molcajete , a mortar and pestle carved from volcanic rock. One of the world's oldest kitchen tools, it was used by the Aztecs in Mexico for grinding corn into flour. Ingredients: 1 ripe tomato, finely chopped 2 Tbs. diced white onion 2 serrano chilies, finely chopped 1 Tbs. fresh lime juice 1/2 tsp. minced garlic 1/2 tsp. sea salt, plus more as needed 2 large avocados, preferably Haas 2 Tbs. finely minced fresh cilantro For the garnish: 1 Tbs. small fresh cilantro leaves (optional) 1 Tbs. finely chopped white onion (optional) 1 Tbs. finely chopped ripe tomato (optional) Directions: Put the tomato, onion, chilies, lime juice, garlic and the 1/2 tsp. salt in a molcajete or small bowl, and smash with a pestle or fork to a coarse paste. Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits and scoop the flesh into the tomato mixture. Add the minced cilantro and mix and...

Health and Beauty Benefits of Avocado Oil People around the world even today debate about the popularity or disapproval of the avocado. A fruit designed to either make you fall in love with it, or make you discredit it more than any other you would consume, it has earned itself a mixed reputation for the most part. However the oil that is extracted by pressing the fruit has been able to find large amount of acceptance around the world. Similar to olive oil, and unlike many oils, avocado oil is not derived from any seeds. It is pressed and extracted from the pulp of the fruit itself. It is now being widely used in cooking and consumption in place of olive oil or the two are used together. However it is used for cold edibles in particular because it smokes very easily when heated. It is being preferred over olive oil because the production of olive oil is season to its cultivation, whereas avocado is an all season fruit and thus allows oil extraction all year round. ...

Why Sex Matters As You Get Older A researcher says frequency of sexual activity is a predictor of happiness as you age. By: Barbara Kantrowitz Source: Getty Images People who reported having sexual activity at least once a month were happier than those who had no sexual activity Those of us who are happily married hope to maintain that state of wedded bliss forever. What's the best predictor of future marital happiness? One researcher says it's pretty much the same thing that predicts marital happiness at any stage: frequency of sex. The researcher, Adrienne Jackson of Florida A&M, looked at the General Social Survey, a national poll of people 18 or older that asks about sexual activity as well as marital and general happiness. Her results were presented at a meeting of the Gerontological Society of America. She found that the more often older married couples engaged in sexual activity, the happier they were with both...

Signs and Symptoms of Wrinkles Wrinkles are minor lines and creases in the skin that begin to occur as we age. Most wrinkles appear on the face, neck, back of the hands, and top of the forearms, since these are the parts of the body where exposure to the sun is the greatest. There are two major types of wrinkles: fine surface lines and deep furrows. The fine wrinkles are easier to treat with home remedies, while the deeper creases typically require other more invasive techniques such as plastic surgery or injections. Causes of Wrinkles Wrinkles are commonly a sign of aging, since skin begins to lose its elasticity and resiliency with time. While we will all experience some wrinkles eventually, there are certain activities that should be avoided to prevent wrinkles from appearing prematurely. Common causes of early wrinkles are: Smoking: this decrease oxygen and blood circulation to the skin, resulting in premature wrinkles. Alco...

Paleo Gazpacho                                          This was so light and flavorful...and extremely healthy.I fell in love with gazpacho a few years ago after having it at the LaCoste Spa. I begged the Chef for the recipe...and this is my adapted version.You can add tabasco and jalepenos if you want and extra kick.They key is really letting it "marinate" overnight to really get flavor.                                 10 vine ripe tomatoes                              ...

Lettuce Wrap Tacos Yield Serves 4 Ingredients 12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 4-inch-long, 1-inch-thick strips 2 teaspoons Mediterranean Spice 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinaigrette 4 romaine lettuce leaves, shredded 1 tablespoon thinly sliced red onion 1/4 cup Red-Wine Vinaigrette 1/4 cup Tzatziki 12 butter lettuce leaves 4 Roma tomatoes, chopped 1 1/2 ounces crumbled feta cheese 12 kalamat...