cocoa

Resveratrol, red wine compound, also found in dark chocolate and cocoa

harminka — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 08:35:12 -0500

Hershey's Center for Health and Nutrition announced the publication of a study that shows resveratrol, the compound often associated with the health benefits of red wine, is also found in cocoa and dark chocolate products.

Synthetic cocoa chemical slows growth of tumors in human cell lines

harminka — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 12:40:48 -0500

A synthetic chemical based on a compound found in cocoa beans slowed growth and accelerated destruction of human tumors in laboratory studies, and should be tested further for cancer chemoprevention or even treatment, say researchers at Georgetown University Medical Center.

Cocoa could be healthy treat for diabetic patients

harminka — Tue, 27 May 2008 08:32:24 -0500

For people with diabetes, sipping a mug of steaming, flavorful cocoa may seem a guilty pleasure. But new research suggests that indulging a craving for cocoa can actually help blood vessels to function better and might soon be considered part of a healthy diet for the prevention of cardiovascular disease.

Natural compounds in cocoa help adults with type 2 diabetes

harminka — Tue, 27 May 2008 08:25:20 -0500

Scientists have found that consuming cocoa flavanols – naturally occurring compounds in cocoa – may offer a benefit to those affected by type-2 diabetes.

Cadbury to improve cocoa farmers' lives

seher — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 12:32:42 -0600

By Anastasia Tomazhenkova: Chocolate maker Cadbury Schweppes PLC intends to guarantee a long-term supply of the most important ingredient used in its candies, cocoa. That is why the company plans to spend millions over the next few years to boost cocoa yields and to improve the lives of cocoa farmers.

Cocoa health benefits could outshine penicillin

harminka — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 07:03:13 -0500

Cocoa may lead to improvement in blood vessel function

harminka — Tue, 06 Mar 2007 12:34:54 -0600

Chocolate sharpens up mind

harminka — Wed, 21 Feb 2007 11:14:42 -0600

Nuts can be beneficial for heart health

harminka — Mon, 19 Feb 2007 10:15:57 -0600

Flavanol rich cocoa may have Aspirin-like effects

harminka — Mon, 19 Feb 2007 10:09:18 -0600