Why is chocolate important to health?

1. CHOCOLATE AND LOVE
What is phenylethylamine?

It is the molecule of love: a natural molecule resembling an amphetamine.

This molecule is present in Colombian cocoa and is a neurotrans- mitter which triggers falling-in-love reactions in people and helps us to have a brighter perspective of life.

How does it work?

Phenylethylamine begins to work in the attraction process when we meet someone we like.

- An exchange of glances.

- A smile.

- The squeezing of a hand.

2. CHOCOLATE FOR GOOD DIGESTION

Cocoa is high in fibre.

Potassium

- Potassium controls the balance of liquids in the body, the building of the nervous system, muscle contraction and relaxation, the regulation of the cardio rhythm and blood pressure. It plays a major role in the production of energy in the body.

Copper

- Aids the Immune, cardiovascular and nervous systems.

- Aids the metabolism of iron and red blood cells.

- Is good for children that are premature, have a low birth weight and for those with malnutrition.

Calcium

- Calcium is important for the growth and maintenance of bones, teeth, the nervous system, the regulation of the cardiac rhythm, muscle contraction and coagulating mechanisms.

- Calcium deficiency causes fatigue, tiredness, lack of concentration, growth defects and/or fragile bones (osteoporosis).

4. CHOCOLATE FOR ETERNAL YOUTH

Chocolate has a high content of polyphenols. These are chemical substances present in fruits and a number of other sources, which have been linked by clinical research to a number of potential health benefits because some of them are antioxidant.

What are the polyphenols?
Prevent, reduce and protect

- Prevent certain types of cancer.

- Reduce the risk of atherosclerosis.

- Reduce the risk of heart attacks.

- Protect the cardiovascular system.

- They are antimicrobial.

-  Reduce the risk of diseases that involve the degeneration of neurons (Alzheimer, Parkinson).

- Delay aging.