Chocolate is not only a favorite delicacy for those with a sweet tooth, but also a source of nutrients. The natural antioxidants contained in chocolate have a beneficial effect on the circulatory system, rejuvenate the body and lift the mood for the whole day.
It is necessary
- To make hot chocolate:
- - 1 bar of dark chocolate (60% cocoa);
- - 1 liter of milk;
- - 1 tsp corn flour;
- - sugar (to taste).
Instructions
Step 1
Undoubtedly, the most useful for the human body is bitter dark chocolate, since it contains natural cocoa in an amount of 80-87%. Dark chocolate does not undergo as much processing as white and milk chocolate. It is dark chocolate that becomes the basis of many diets and is widely recommended by doctors. The caffeine it contains increases the amount of phenols that activate metabolism and lead to weight loss.
Step 2
If you want to improve memory and withstand stressful situations, as well as improve the work of the cardiovascular system, you will only need to eat a few pieces of dark chocolate. In addition, it is used as a prophylaxis against colds, fatigue and depression. The healing effect of dark chocolate is also proved by the fact that it can be consumed even by diabetics, since the beneficial substances of such a product improve the body's sensitivity to the hormone insulin.
Step 3
Bitter chocolate contains 2 substances necessary for brain function: theobromine and lecithin. Lecithin is responsible for the formation of a substance in the body that promotes the transmission of nerve impulses.
Step 4
Cocoa beans contain theobromine, a substance that acts as an antispasmodic. Theobromine increases the production of endorphins in the brain, which doctors call the hormones of joy and pleasure. A few bars of dark chocolate will help you fight bad moods and have an antispasmodic effect in case of spasms of the brain.
Step 5
As a result of research at the Harvard School, it has been scientifically proven that hot chocolate has a protective effect on the human brain, provides blood flow in the brain tissues and activates certain areas. Thus, the connection between the consumption of chocolate and the processes of thinking is fully proven. Prepare a mug of sweet and hot chocolate too.
Step 6
For hot chocolate, use not cocoa powder or instant granules, but only real dark chocolate bar with 60% cocoa content. Break the chocolate into small pieces, dissolve in warmed, but not boiling milk. Take milk in a ratio of 1: 4. Then add the cornmeal and sugar to taste to the bowl of chocolate. Then mix thoroughly and serve immediately.
Step 7
Be aware that the cocoa content in white chocolate is minimal, therefore, such chocolate practically does not have a beneficial effect on the human body, including the brain. Chocolate with the addition of milk and sugar (milk) contains about 60-70% cocoa, so it is in second place after dark chocolate in terms of beneficial effects.
