How does cocoa promote brain health?
Regular consumption of natural cocoa is an effective factor in promoting brain health and preventing Alzheimer's disease, according to recent studies.
Studies have confirmed that
eating natural cocoa regularly contributes to enhancing brain health and preventing Alzheimer's disease, thanks to the biologically active compounds it contains that support memory functions and protect nerve cells.
Epicatechin:
A plant compound that helps improve blood flow to
the brain and stimulates the growth of new nerve cells.
Theobromine:
- A natural stimulant that gently
- activates the nervous system
- without causing the known side effects of caffeine.
Polyphenols:
Anti-malignant protein substances that prevent the formation of beta-amyloid plaques in the brain, which are the main cause of Alzheimer's disease.
The ideal consumption method
Experts recommend consuming natural cocoa not treated with alkalis, such as raw cocoa beans or organic cocoa powder, at a rate of 2 to 3 cups per week.
It is preferable to drink it without adding sugar, with the possibility of using natural alternatives such as stevia or coconut milk. Adding cinnamon to the drink also enhances its protective effect on the nervous system.
Cocoa..
Delicious taste and great health benefits
Food rarely combines delicious taste with health benefits
but cocoa has combined them and added its unique aroma.
Experts point out that cocoa is an antioxidant that
helps neutralize harmful substances to our body, such as free radicals.
Thanks to this property
aging slows down and the risk of cardiovascular disease decreases.
Cocoa contains alkaline compounds that are not sufficient other than coffee
but rather theobromine
- which affects the respiratory system and the functioning of
- the heart and blood vessels, without having a significant
- effect on the nervous system.
Therefore
- it is allowed to be consumed even by people who have been prevented
- from drinking coffee for health reasons. It is also recommended to
- take it when suffering from asthma and to protect tooth enamel.
Cocoa also protects human skin
from infrared and ultraviolet rays
burns
excessive heat
and sunstroke. Scientists from the United States discovered that although cocoa contains more calories than tea and coffee, it does not cause weight gain. This is because it is a nutritious substance, and after eating it, a person feels full.
One of the properties of cocoa is that it stimulates brain activity
supports physical activity and helps relieve depression.
"Love drink"..
A doctor talks about the health benefits of cocoa
Russian doctor and cardiologist Alexander Myasnikov announced that cocoa is considered one of the most important foods beneficial to health.
During his medical program on Russia channel
the doctor said:
- "Cocoa is beneficial to health in all its forms, as is chocolate.
- In general, cocoa and dark chocolate that contain 70% cocoa
- or more are similar, two sides of the same product."
Cocoa beans are a divine gift, as they contain nearly a thousand ingredients, all of which are beneficial. Cocoa drink prolongs life, is included in all diets designed to prolong life, and is considered an essential component of a healthy diet.
He added
"Cocoa improves the condition of blood vessels
and prevents obesity
even though it is a food product rich in calories"
According to the doctor
"Cocoa is considered one of the best beneficial drinks for women.
It is very beneficial for the skin, and cocoa beans contain biologically
- active substances that increase skin elasticity
- give it freshness and reduce
- the number of wrinkles."
He pointed out that
"cocoa is considered a 'love drink', as the substances in it help produce endorphins and increase the amount of nitric oxide in the blood vessels, which also has a positive impact on sexual health in men and women."
At the same time
Myasnikov warned against drinking cocoa with the addition of large amounts of sugar, noting that "it increases obesity rates, causes hair loss, and negatively affects teeth, and excessive sugar consumption also makes people sensitive to insulin".