The cocoa bean, essentially chocolate in its raw form, is loaded with health benefits and nutrients. It’s not just marketing hype, there’s a lot of research on this (as if you needed an excuse!). In it’s pure form, cacao is higher in antioxidant flavonoids than green tea, red wine, and blueberries. Here’s what the raw, unprocessed stuff can do for you: Improve cardiovascular health- These flavonoids are hard at work in your body to reduce the risk of blood clots, decrease oxidation...
by on February 8th, 2010 at 10:02 am

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  • Superfood of the Week: Chocolate
    The cocoa bean, essentially chocolate in its raw form, is loaded with health benefits and nutrients. It’s not just marketing hype, there’s a lot of research on this (as if you needed an excuse!). In it’s pure...
    by at February 8th, 2010 at 10:02 am
  • WellWired-TV: Healthy Chocolate Choices
    It’s no secret that chocolate is an excellent source of antioxidants. Join Dr. Kassam as she discusses some of the recent research information on the benefits of consuming chocolate, as well as how to make health savvy...
    by at August 4th, 2009 at 02:08 am