The taste of cocoa is familiar to most people from childhood; this drink evokes nostalgic memories. In fact, cocoa can bring significant benefits to the body, as it contains a large amount of extremely valuable substances.
Instructions
Step 1
Cocoa is quite nutritious. A small cup of the drink makes you feel full. Cocoa improves the body's resistance and improves mood, because the beans contain a real source of active and healthy life. One teaspoon of cocoa contains just over twenty kilocalories, while a slice of chocolate has fifty kilocalories. The secret of cocoa is the richness of flavonoids (plant antioxidants) and epicatechin, which improves short-term memory and cerebral circulation, and lowers blood pressure. Cocoa contains several times more epicatechin than green tea, berries or red wine.
Step 2
People who drink a cup of cocoa every morning are less likely to experience heart problems or diabetes. Flavonoids, which regenerate the energy centers of skeleton muscles and myocardial cells, have such a beneficial effect. Often in industrial production, these substances are removed from chocolate bars, as they have a bitter taste.
Step 3
Cocoa is a rich source of folate, zinc and magnesium, which relaxes muscles, helps to cope with stress and build strong bones. The high iron content of cocoa is an effective weapon in the fight against anemia. Chromium keeps the blood glucose at an appropriate level. By consuming cocoa every day, you will feel good. Andandamide, which is found in cocoa, affects the brain and causes euphoria by increasing endorphin levels. In addition, cocoa increases the level of the natural antidepressant serotonin.
Step 4
A cup of freshly brewed cocoa can wake you up in the morning no worse than strong brewed coffee, and all thanks to theobromine, a microelement related to caffeine. Chocolate drink saves from heartburn, helps women regulate the monthly cycle. Cocoa neutralizes the effects of reactive oxygen species, which lead to the growth process of neoplasms, and harm DNA cells. The drink will help maintain a clear mind for a long time, as cocoa improves memory, cerebral circulation, concentration. In old and elderly people, cocoa prevents the development of dementia.
Step 5
Cocoa powder contains melanin, a natural pigment that protects the epidermis from the harmful effects of ultraviolet rays. Rich in cocoa procyanidins, which are responsible for skin elasticity and health. Cosmetologists were able to appreciate the benefits of cocoa, it is used to create shampoos that give hair a healthy look and shine.
