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11/28/2024
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By HRS Editors
Enjoy a delicious cup of HOT COCOA, an energizing superfood bursting with antioxidants
Hot cocoa is a delicious, indulgent treat, but if you make it with the right ingredients, it can give you an energy boost when you’re dealing with an emergency. (h/t to Healthline.com) Where does cocoa come from? Cocoa powder is made by crushing cocoa beans and removing cocoa butter or its fat content. Experts believe that the […]
05/29/2023
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By Ethan Huff
FDA finally admits that cocoa flavonols boost cardiovascular health
Every so often, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) actually gets something right and tells Americans the truth, which just happened with regard to the heart health benefits of cocoa flavonoids. The FDA recently approved a new health claim for high-flavonol cocoa powder, which can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease – […]
07/30/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Flavanols in grape seed have potential anti-obesity properties – study
Eating fatty foods is associated with a lot of health problems. Studies show that people on a high-fat diet are more likely to sustain arterial damage, suffer from a heart attack and develop insulin resistance than people who eat healthy. However, according to researchers at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and The Ohio State University, the negative effects […]
02/15/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Leftovers from chocolate manufacturing can help manage obesity and lipid disorders: Study
Cocoa (Theobroma cacao) is the main ingredient of chocolate, one of the most popular foods on the planet. The seeds of cocoa, also known as cocoa beans, are the only parts used for the production of chocolate. It is estimated that about nine tons of fresh byproducts — which end up as waste — are generated for each ton of […]
12/22/2019
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By Michael Alexander
Researchers find that cocoa flavonoids can help improve mobility and quality of life for the elderly
In case you need another reason to love chocolate: Flavonoid-rich cocoa supplements may be linked to improvements in heart health, mobility and overall quality of life for people over the age of 55, according to a new study published in The Journals of Gerontology: Series A. In the study, researchers from Mexico and the USA […]
11/22/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Sweet hope for people with multiple sclerosis: Chemicals in chocolate shown to reduce fatigue
Good news for chocolate lovers who are also suffering from multiple sclerosis: Researchers from Oxford Brookes University in the U.K. confirmed that flavonoids in cocoa help fight fatigue. These chemicals possess anti-inflammatory properties that may be especially beneficial for people with multiple sclerosis. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disorder that affects nearly one million […]
10/20/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Dark chocolate can help improve bone growth in teens, says study
Interest in dark chocolate as a health food has grown in recent years. Studies have emerged confirming the positive effects of eating dark chocolate on blood pressure, cholesterol levels, brain function, and other areas. Due to its rise in popularity, researchers from Canada and the U.S. investigated the effects of dark chocolate consumption on bone health, particularly […]
07/11/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Boost memory and mood by treating yourself to some dark chocolate
Chocolates are a delicious treat that can cheer up anyone who’s having a stressful day. According to a recent study, eating dark chocolates, in particular, can help relieve stress and improve your mood. Researchers from Loma Linda University led the study, and they presented their findings at the Experimental Biology 2018 annual meeting in San Diego. Dark chocolate is rich […]
04/06/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Go for the original: Cacao offers more health benefits than regular chocolate
Chocolate is considered a delicious and nutritious snack, given that it is made from raw cacao, where most of its health benefits come from. Raw cacao, unlike processed cocoa powder and regular chocolate bars, is not exposed to high temperatures, which remove many of its unique health benefits. Here are more reasons why raw cacao […]
11/07/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Cocoa found to have a powerful inhibitory effect on influenza virus infections
Cocoa can protect against an influenza infection by activating the body’s natural immunity and enhancing immune response, according to a study in the Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture. The study, conducted by researchers in Japan, looked the protective effect of cocoa on the influenza virus using both laboratory testing and clinical trials. […]
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