New research finds that high-cocoa dark chocolate may ease symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome, which affects about 1 million Americans.
The results surprised British researchers, who believe that dark chocolate might be affecting serotonin, a key brain chemical involved in mood changes.
Medical News Today (not related to USA TODAY) also is reporting the findings and provides more information about chronic fatigue, a debilitating condition that is generally characterized by severe muscle fatigue after physical exertion.
It became clear to the researchers that those consuming the high cocoa content dark chocolate were experiencing a significant alleviation of their chronic fatigue symptoms. Two of the patients, who had been off work for six months, managed to get back to work.
Prof. Atkins explained that polyphenols are present in large quantities in dark chocolate. Polyphenols have been linked to reductions in blood pressure, as well as other health advantages. Atkins and team believe the polyphenols are having an impact on levels of serotonin in the brain.
The researchers stressed that none of the trial participants put on any weight during the pilot study. They added that patients with chronic fatigue syndrome may derive benefit from consuming small quantities of high cocoa content dark chocolate each day.
Prof. Atkins explained that polyphenols are present in large quantities in dark chocolate. Polyphenols have been linked to reductions in blood pressure, as well as other health advantages. Atkins and team believe the polyphenols are having an impact on levels of serotonin in the brain.
The researchers stressed that none of the trial participants put on any weight during the pilot study. They added that patients with chronic fatigue syndrome may derive benefit from consuming small quantities of high cocoa content dark chocolate each day.
IS ALL DARK CHOCOLATE THE SAME?
When a dark chocolate bar states 70% cocoa on the label it does not mean it is rich in flavonoids or nutrients. All "store bought" chocolate is heat processed which destroys most nutrients. In addition, they often contain high calories, bad fats, chemical fillers, waxes, added sugars and caffeine plus preservatives!
THE BREAKTHROUGH PATENT
A Belgium manufacturer has patented a cold pressed technology that protects the flavonoids and other phytonutrients, producing the most nutritionally potent raw unprocessed cocoa powder available.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Only MXI Corp has the worldwide exclusive rights to this patented technology!
When a dark chocolate bar states 70% cocoa on the label it does not mean it is rich in flavonoids or nutrients. All "store bought" chocolate is heat processed which destroys most nutrients. In addition, they often contain high calories, bad fats, chemical fillers, waxes, added sugars and caffeine plus preservatives!
THE BREAKTHROUGH PATENT
A Belgium manufacturer has patented a cold pressed technology that protects the flavonoids and other phytonutrients, producing the most nutritionally potent raw unprocessed cocoa powder available.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Only MXI Corp has the worldwide exclusive rights to this patented technology!
If you have not watched this recent news release on who has the most healthy chocolate, the following is a very informative third party validation.
UNIQUE PRODUCTS
MXI buys its cocoa beans from family farms on the Ivory Coast where the rugged terrain creates a bean rich in flavonoids and phytonutrients. We eliminate almost all of the fat and sugar typically found in chocolate.
Besides a full spectrum of nutrient rich ingredients, XoçaiTM includes raw, unprocessed cacao, blueberries, concord grapes and nature's "complete food", the Acai berry from the Brazilian rain forest. The final product is the most potent antioxidant known to man.
- Caffeine-free and Kosher.
- Diabetic and Vegan friendly.
- Low in calories.
- No added caffeine.
- High in fiber and TASTES FANTASTIC!
Enjoy XoçaiTM as a power packed nugget, a simple wafer, a decadent orange flavored bar, a delicious liquid chocolate drink, or even a meal replacement protein bar... Yes - You can actually MANAGE WEIGHT with the most sinful food on the planet!
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