On May 19, 1643, French Bourbon forces beat Spanish forces allied with the Hapsburgs at the battle of Rocroi during the 30 Years War. This French victory for practical purposes ended Spainâs time as a land power. As the name implies, the war went on for a long time, just as several other notable wars have.
'You can base your energy in your diet on either on carbohydrates or fat. It doesnât make a big difference,' says Dr Simon Dankel. Fatty foods such as cheese, butter, and cream are often considered culprits of heart disease â but according to a new study, a diet high in saturated fat could in fact bring significant health benefits.
Soft fermented cheeses like Parmesan, Gouda and Swiss can contain âgoodâ bacteria that are able to navigate the GI tract without breaking down. Probiotic cheese may be an especially wise choice for the elderly, as a 2010 study by Finnish scientists found that daily consumption of one slice of probiotic Gouda for four weeks increased beneficial markers of immunity.