HEALTH BENEFITS OF CHOCOLATE
ORGANIC, NON-GMO, DARK, 70% OR HIGHER CACAO
REMEMBER...THE DARKER THE BETTER!
Healthy chocolate is a powerful source of antioxidants, certain minerals (iron, copper, magnesium, manganese), and fiber. Healthy chocolate does not contain milk, artificial colors, artificial flavors, artificial sweeteners, soy, corn syrup, preservatives, hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated fats, or genetically modified ingredients.
CACAO HAS BENEFICIAL PHYTOCHEMICALS
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Flavanols protect the lining of arteries, reduce blood clots, raise HDL and lower LDL
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Arginine regulates blood flow, blood pressure, and inflammation
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L-Theanine enhances cognition
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Phenylethylamine, Theobromine, and Anandamide improves mood
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Resveratrol protects brain and nervous system, reduces inflammation and oxidation
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Procyanidins improve glucose tolerance to prevent Type 2 Diabetes
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Polyphenols stimulate healthy microbes in the colon
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Lavado may reduce or block damage to nerve pathways in Alzheimer’s disease
THE PROOF IS IN THE POD
Dark chocolate may…
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Reduce blood pressure
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Help prevent strokes and heart disease
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Improve memory, cognition and mood
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Balance blood sugar and reduce risk of developing diabetes
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Aid digestion and may accelerate weight loss
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Fight free radicals that may promote cancer
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Improve skin health
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Regulate cholesterol levels
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Accelerate weight loss and prevents rebound weight gain
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Improve walking ability for patients with Peripheral Vascular Disease
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Benefit certain neurodegenerative diseases
SOURCES
Effect of Cocoa on Blood Pressure
Cochrane
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Cocoa Could Bring Sweet Relief to Walking Pain for People with Peripheral Artery Disease
Science Daily, via the American Heart Association
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Psychiatric Times
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Health Benefits of Methylxanthines in Neurodegenerative Diseases
NIH, National Library of Medicine, National Center for Biotechnology Information
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8 Healthy Reasons to Eat Dark Chocolate
Everyday Health
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NOTE: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have not approved any health claims for cacao.
