Cocoa getting positive press lately

[tim-from-pa]

Today we hear the wonders of dark chocolate, from lowering blood pressure, to improving mental health, and even helping cardiovascular problems. However, some people are worried that this will be a license to eat more candy bars, and as such are not good for you. This time I agree with the health assessment. As usual, the news media et al can't distinguish between raw cocoa that researchers are talking about, to sugar-laden, overly processed chocolate bar crapola. There is a difference, but I would not expect them to understand that. Then when people keel over from bad food like that, they question the research and wonder why. To sound like the younger generation for a minute, I have to say to that, "Well Duhhhh!!"

http://www.boston.com/dailydose/201...health-food/aghGQTL5Se8DlEyvJWGZXP/story.html

 

[AirDancer]

Why can't they quit making such a fuss about the foods we eat, and just stress that any food, when eaten in moderation, is fine ? By over-doing the press, it does cause some people to overly consume a product.

Who are these people who must conduct all sorts of studies & blab the results to the press....and what have they done with common sense????

 

[Stone-yarder]

Heres what they dont tell you, its actually organic Cacao powder thats good for you. Not a snickers bar.

benefits of our raw organic Extra Rich Cacao powder may include:

● Mood elevating properties
● Helpful for arteriosclerosis
● Natural aphrodisiac
● Dilating blood vessels
● Improving the cellular functioning of those cells lining blood vessels
● Super powerful antioxidant
● Boosting blood flow to the brain, heart, & other organs
● Supporting a healthy heart
● Anti-inflammation
● Lowering the oxidative stress of strenuous activities - thus helping athletes to recover
● Improving digestion
● Stimulating kidney & bowel function
● Can be used to combat skin problems including eczema, psoriasis & burns
● Supports a healthy cardiovascular system
● Strong stress reliever
● Relaxing muscles
● Increasing insulin sensitivity in healthy persons
● Helping build strong bones & teeth
● Containing more magnesium than any other food
● Lowers blood glucose levels
● Lowers the risk of hardening of the arteries
● Reduces free radicals throughout the body
● May be used to increase breast milk production
● Lowering bad LDL cholesterol while increasing good HDL cholesterol
● Endothelial function improved in overweight adults
● May be helpful in reducing additional neural damage in the case of a stroke
● Reducing blood pressure
● Promoting an overall feeling of euphoria & well being
● Helping to Maintain youthful, beautiful skin, hair, & nails

http://www.znaturalfoods.com/Cacao-Powder-Extra-Rich-Organic-Raw-1-lb?cPath=11

Amazing stuff! I use a Tablespoon every morning in my smoothie.