The Benefits Of Organic Dark Chocolate

By Michelle Howe


Chocolates are a source of pleasure to most people. However, not all chocolates are healthy. It is organic dark chocolate that provides the most health benefits and it can be included in any healthy diet. Many people do not try these chocolates because they are afraid of a bitter taste. This is not the case and there are delicious bars available with an intensity of flavor that many people actually prefer.

These products are made with organic ingredients. For this type of certification a stringent set of production standards for growing, storage, processing, packaging and shipping must be followed. For example, they have to be grown without use of pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, ionizing radiation or genetically modified organisms.

Fortunately, as demand grows, producers are creating bars using more real cocoa. Often these bars show a percentage on their wrappers, which indicates the amount of ingredients in the bar that actually come from the cocoa bean. There are other ingredients used in these bars like unrefined cane sugar and emulsifiers. Some people prefer bars without emulsifiers like soy-lecithin and they usually have a higher cocoa butter content.

Cocoa is grown best in tropical climates with regular rainfall. Much of it is grown in West African countries like Ghana. Manufacturers often prefer to use fair trade certified products as this ensures fair trading and working conditions. Sustainability of resources is also important.

The higher the cocoa content, the better a bar is for your health. A high level of antioxidants is found in cocoa. These are stable and easily available to human metabolism. They absorb free radicals which can cause cell and tissue damage.

Cocoa beans contain many minerals, particularly magnesium, that helps support the brain, heart and the digestive system. It also contains iron and zinc that both play a critical role in keeping the body healthy. Enough iron means healthy blood and zinc plays a critical role in the immune system, liver, pancreas and skin.

Cocoa contains tryptophan and this essential amino acid is needed by the brain so that it can produce serotonin. Serotonin is a feel good neurotransmitter that gives a happy feeling. Other neurotransmitters like dopamine are also found in cocoa. This is why many people turn to chocolates when they are feeling low for that feeling of well being it gives.

These products are easier to get hold of now than ever before. They are not only found at health shops but are also available at many websites online. As long as a reputable supplier is selected, going online is often the quickest way to compare products and find the healthiest and tastiest chocolates.

These products are becoming so popular that they are more widely available than ever before. They are sold at health stores, farmers markets and at many online stores too. One can easily place orders online at the websites of manufacturers. If you want to enjoy the pleasure of chocolates without any of the guilt, make sure that you choose organic dark chocolate.




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