“Cocoa beans contain important nutrients like protein, vitamins, minerals, fibre and flavonoids etc. which are linked with a number of health benefits”<\/p>\n
Whenever one thinks of a dessert – chocolate is the first thing that comes to mind! And this heavenly delicious food comes from the humble cocoa bean which is the raw unprocessed form of chocolate. But did you know that your favourite dessert or treat is also is a powerhouse of nutrition? Cocoa beans contain important nutrients like protein, vitamins, minerals, fibre, flavonoids etc. which are linked with a number of health benefits. Here, we take a look at all of these positive impacts on health.<\/p>\n
Healthy Heart<\/strong> Combats Diabetes<\/strong> Balances Blood Pressure<\/strong> Energy Booster<\/strong> Fights Tooth Decay<\/strong> Improves Digestion<\/strong> Mood Enhancer<\/strong> Stress Releasing Effect<\/strong> Regulates Hormonal Imbalance<\/strong> Improves Cognitive Function<\/strong>
\nCocoa beans act as a protective agent against heart disease due to its pdyphenolic contents. The power of flavonoids and presence of essential minerals and vitamins heap in lowering the LDL levels, improve blood flow to the heart and also decrease the chances of plaque formation in the arteries.<\/p>\n
\nThe bulk amount of fibre and epicatechin flavonoids found in raw cocoa beans reduces the adverse effect of blood sugar. It reduces insulin resistance and sensitivity in people with IGT too.<\/p>\n
\nThe bio active components in cocoa beans cause improved blood flow to the artenes by promoting dilation, strength and health of the blood vessels.<\/p>\n
\nA high content of magnesium in cocoa beans boosts energy levels in the human body.<\/p>\n
\nThe powder from raw cocoa beans helps in strengthening teeth enamel and delays tooth decay.<\/p>\n
\nCocoa beans are a rich source of fibre, which stimulates digestive enzymes.<\/p>\nPromotes A Healthy Mind<\/h3>\n
\nIf you are sad and in the mood of doing nothing. cocoa will make you happy, because the chemical phenylethylamine present in raw cocoa beans can stimulate the secretion of the ‘feel good’ hormone.<\/p>\n
\nHealth plus taste in food is a very rare combination to find. Cocoa is one such example which can reduce stress levels by suppressing the secretion of the stress hormone cortisol.<\/p>\n
\nCocoa also reduces mood swings by promoting the secretion of the ‘feel good\u2019 chemical serotonin.<\/p>\n
\nThreobromine in cocoa is the reason for improved brain function as well as improved cognitive function in elderly people with mental impairment.<\/p>\n