Here's something everyone knows: We've all experienced a craving for chocolate. Even as registered dietitians, there are times that we'd do just about anything to get our hands on some ...

Powdered cocoa is a good source of nutrients known as antioxidant flavonoids that promote heart health. Unfortunately, some packaged cocoa mixes don’t contain many flavonoids. They’re lost in the ...

In recent years, several studies about the health benefits of hot chocolate – from stem cell regeneration to cardiovascular protection (particularly for men) – have made the headlines, but, as is ...

Produced by crushing cocoa beans and separating the fat, cocoa powder has long been known as the key ingredient in making chocolate. Since its introduction to the European society in the 16th century, ...

Due to COVID-19 stress, you might be craving the comfort of sweets more than usual. And while this is totally normal in such uncertain times, moderation is indeed key. If chocolate is your snack of ...

Researchers have examined the available literature for the effects of acute and chronic administration of cocoa flavanols on different cognitive domains. It turns out that cognitive performance was ...

All cocoa powders come from cocoa beans, but the difference lies in how they’re processed. Cocoa powder can range from light tan to jet black with varying pH levels that affect how it interacts with ...