Perhaps by now, most of us have heard that chocolate possesses many health-promoting elements.
But in fact, we may not be aware of just how wide a range-and how powerful-the nutritional properties and health benefits of dark chocolate really are.
Hundreds of studies have been conducted on cacao and their primary nutrients.
The vast majority of these studies have clearly indicated that cacao is a superior source of essential nutrients, especially antioxidants.
In fact, scientists have currently discovered over 300 chemical compounds in the cocoa bean.
No doubt, we've all heard about free radicals, but we may not be aware of the havoc they play in our bodies.
Our cells need oxygen in order to live, but the bi-product of oxygen metabolism results in free radicals, which has been discovered to be dangerous compounds that damage and disrupt the normal function of our cells and tissue and contribute to disease.
For this reason, it's critical that we consume high levels of antioxidants--or nutrients that neutralize free radicals and minimize their damaging effects.
Science tells us that a diet high in antioxidant-rich foods is associated with a lower risk of many disease processes.
The good news is that cacao and the acai berry, which is another high antioxidant food that has recently exploded onto the health scene, have been combined together into a luscious tasting chocolate, in just the right size, giving you a scientifically backed weapon in the fight for excellent health.
"The amount of antioxidants in your body is directly proportional to how long and healthy you will live" -Dr.
Richard Cutler-Anti-aging Research Development at NIH, Washington, D.
C.