Chocolate That is Good for Our Health

FLASH: Chocolate is not only a delight, but a true friend of our health . It may seem too good to be true, but eating chocolate is beneficial to your health as I have written in this column many times before. There is, however, a Key caveat: It needs to be prepared the right way. That’s a challenge that Raaka Chocolate, New York City company, accepted and conquered, becoming one of the pioneers of a process that preserves all of chocolate’s Key nutrients while keeping the taste. The result is an amazing treat that is good for you and me! The process happens in Brooklyn, NY, where Raaka’s confectionary magic takes place. Raaka is famous for its unroasted dark chocolate, which is made with the highest-quality cacao, a tropical fruit containing high levels of natural, and plant-based antioxidants called flavanols, which boost health . A study published by the International Journal of Medical Sciences found diets rich in flavanols support healthy blood flow by improving the function of blood vessels and helping prevent cardiovascular disease and even some cancers. It is good for our minds too. Cacao has been linked to increased blood flow to the brain, which can boost memory and learning. And a Danish Diet, Cancer , and Health study published in the journal Heart found people who regularly eat chocolate reduce their risk of heart rhythm disorders, with a 17% lower risk of atrial fibrillation for those who had one weekly serving of chocolate, and a 20% lower risk for those who ate 2-6 weekly servings. Not all chocolate is not the same. “We make chocolate in a unique way and we’re committed to having a positive impact on our cocoa bean suppliers by paying above fair trade prices and being transparent about what we pay,” […]

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