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Are you looking to replace your old (rather primitive) microwave oven with a new one? Perhaps, you may also invest some bucks to buy a new microwave oven for the first time. The first thing that you have to decide is whether to go for a convection or conventional microwave oven. Therefore, first decide the range of model and you will be clear about the deciding factors before going for a microwave oven. In this brief article, let us discuss some of the differences between convection and conventional microwave ovens.

A magnetron tube powers a basic microwave oven and that emits microwaves which pass through glass containers & plastic containers and are taken up the food. A microwave convection oven makes use of a newer form of technology that integrates basic microwave technology with heat energy that allows you to brown, roast and grill your favourite food. These types of oven also have a heating element besides a fan that helps in the circulation of heated air.

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Microwave ovens can also be entrusted upon the task of cooking depending upon the type of food you want to cook. A microwave convection oven is also known as speed-cook model that can also be used to prepare crustier pizzas and juicier pot roasts. Some models also has units that come with a pan used to cook bacon and crisp bread.

Microwave convection ovens are known for their versatility because of their ability to allow consumers to make use of the microwave and heat functions in tandem, but both as separate function. Multiple cooking modes or options in a single wave oven are quickly catching up as a definite trend in microwave oven technology and it is continuously improving to make cooking experience better.

It is a still a matter of personal preference that dictates one whether to go for a conventional microwave or a microwave convection oven though one can expect microwave oven with convection features to be lot more expensive.

Another popular form of heating method integrates microwave with light energy of higher intensity from a quartz halogen bulb as its source to roast food. This method can add colour and taste to meat at the same time accelerating the time taken for cooking.

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So what is the best time to eat carbs? If you already know what carbs are for then you can probably answer that question already. This is not just about carbs it is mainly about all foods that give you energy. It also depends on how your schedule looks.

If you are only trying to lose some weight and are not the athletic type then I would suggest you cut back on the foods with a lot of complex carbs. Complex carbs are the good kind that gives your body energy. It is ideal to have them early in the day. For example a great breakfast would include oatmeal or toast. You will feel more energetic throughout the day this way. The complex kind are stored in the body as energy as opposed to simple sugars from sweets. Think of it like fueling your body up for physical activity.

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That does not mean you have to avoid anything with an ounce of carbs at night time. You can have something light like a slice of watermelon. Fruit is great at night because it settles your dessert craving. There is nothing better than having a fruit salad with whipped cream when trying to avoid the chocolate ice cream. Try to avoid having carb sources like pasta at night time. Unless you are going for a morning run the next morning it should be avoided starchy foods and save them for breakfast or lunch time. It is best to have mostly protein and fats for dinner. A great example would be 5 ounces of salmon with asparagus.

If you go to the gym on a regular basis then it would be a good idea to have carbs before and after a workout. The reason why is because your muscles need carbs as well as protein for maximum growth. By doing this your body is in turn burning more fat. Stick to starchy foods like pasta, whole grain bread, and sweet potatoes. Even if you workout at night time you should have some of these kinds of foods around the time you work out.

Fruits are OK at night time mainly because they are light whole foods. They are rich with simple carbs but they are natural when compared to processed foods like white bread, ice cream, and sodas. Eating fruit at night time is actually known to promote fat loss so go nuts. Just avoid any sweets and you will be good. Having sweets at night time is like asking to gain more weight.

So in conclusion you should save the starchy kinds of foods like oatmeal and sweet potatoes for earlier in the day for breakfast or lunch. That way you give your body energy to take on the day. Avoid sweets especially at night time when you are the least active. Fruits are an excellent replacement. Also try having more carbs before and after a workout. This actually boosts your metabolism.

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Chocolate is unquestionably the number one comfort food. Worldwide, no other word excites our hearts and minds, yes, even our palates to action. It can be obtained in many forms. There is hot chocolate, cold chocolate, and spicy chocolate. If your passion is rich, dark, bittersweet, or milky sweet it can be easily satisfied. There is even white chocolate for those who fancy a light, creamy taste without the flavor that the alternatives deliver. What is it about chocolate that so permeates our subconscious until we ultimately indulge our craving?

If you look at all the characteristics that this confection is noted for you will undeniably find the list lacking nothing. The very first few that come to my mind are:

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1. Sweet or bittersweet taste


2. Rich, creamy indulgence


3. Warm, inviting, comfort food


4. Nothing quite smells like chocolate

And that is just for starters. However, its features are not what we crave. We crave it for what it does for us. As I ponder this subject, to better focus on the answers to these questions, I can think of no other chocolaty indulgence that I would rather have than My Little Taste of Italy's sinfully, sensual, rich and luscious cappuccino brownies. They are so well known, on both coasts of America and in between, that they have been dubbed, "Orgasmic!"

Mama Gloria and Liz have discovered the key to satisfy the most discerning palate. Their tasty treats include chocolate biscotti that are to die for fabulous. Did I tell you their treats are known all across America? Well, that isn't quite accurate. They are also ship their goodies overseas to our armed forces, but this is another tale for another time.

So, what is it that Mama Gloria and Liz have discovered that has enthralled the world? They have figured out that we cannot live without chocolate and have used that knowledge to capture our appetites and our hearts. When we look at what chocolate does for us, and what makes the desire so strong that we cannot ignore it, we discover the essence of true marketing potential. What is it that My Little Taste of Italy's Cappuccino Brownies do for the lucky soul Let's uncover their secret.

What chocolate does for the consumer is summed up in how it makes them feel. Some of these benefits are:

1. Satisfies our senses


2. Soothes our nerves


3. Makes us feel good about ourselves


4. Provides health benefits

It is a well known fact that chocolate increases our endorphins, actively producing a sense of well being, and serotonin, which acts as an anti-depressant. Recently I discovered that it is also beneficial to smokers. "It has shown promise in that it may reverse some of their smoking-related impairment in blood vessel function," according to a study in the Oct. 4, 2005, issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

But what does all of this have to do with marketing? The answer is simple, EVERYTHING! Think of it, if you could harness the benefits of chocolate in your advertising you would ensure your business' success. If you simply find a way to make your product or service compelling to your consumer you will seldom loose a sale. Sit down right now and create a list of all of your product or service's features. Then from that you will be able to build the list that will clearly define the benefits to your customers. With that knowledge firmly in hand you will have the key to the best marketing plan that you have ever prepared.

Ginger Marks and Kim Emerson are co-owners of Nibroc Marketing Solutions http://www.nibrocmarketing.com Ginger is also the author of "Presentational Skills for the Next Generation" available through her company website at http://www.DocUmeant.net . My Little Taste of Italy can be found at [http://www.mylittletasteofitaly.com/].