Cocoa extract supplementation among older adults had no effect overall on the occurrence of age-related macular degeneration ...

Dark chocolate is a delicious confection enjoyed by millions despite its inherent bitter flavor, but what is it that makes it ...

Dietary cocoa flavanols -- naturally occurring bioactives found in cocoa -- reversed age-related memory decline in healthy older adults, according to a study led by Columbia University Medical ...

New research has found that a flavanol-rich cocoa drink can protect the body's vasculature against stress even after eating high-fat food. Food choices made during periods of stress can influence ...

I'd like to think there's a way to tailor a diet to include flavanols, which are found in many foods.' Chemicals in cocoa can boost memory abilities in older people, a new study suggests.

Dark chocolate with high cocoa content and less sugar is great for your health However it is important to know its ...

They found that eating a single optimal dose of cocoa flavanol temporarily increased blood pressure and heart rate – but didn’t change if the dose was increased or decreased. That, they ...

Cocoa has a rich history, enjoyed across cultures for centuries. Whether you are catching up with old friends over a cup of ...

Choose unsweetened, 100% cocoa powder from either Ghirardelli or Hershey. These are prepared without alkalization or "dutching," which reduces the flavanol content. The Ghirardelli product comes ...

(JACC: Cardiovascular Interventions) Flavan-3-ol-rich foods-- namely cocoa, tea, and certain fruits -- had blood pressure (BP)-lowering benefits according to a meta-analysis. (European Journal of ...

Look for cocoa powders labeled as natural or high in flavanols Contributors to this news report include: Cliff Tumetel, Producer; Bob Walko, Editor. Subscribe to the TV5 newsletter and receive the ...