Do you know the nutrition facts about chocolate? Separate myth from reality when it comes to this favorite food and
learn how chocolate and cocoa can fit any healthy, active lifestyle.
Benefits of Cocoa Polyphenols
Cocoa is a rich source of flavonoids, which appear to have potent antioxidant activity. The cocoa and chocolate industry has the opportunity to market these benefits to health-conscious consumers.
U.S. Candy Consumption and Contribution to Calorie Intake
Review of data sources for U.S. candy consumption finds candy's role in Americans' calorie intake is small. To bring clarity to the discussion of the role of confectionery products in our nation's caloric intake, the American Cocoa Research Institute (ACRI), the research arm of the CMA, commissioned a comprehensive review of all the data sources for candy consumption that are currently available.
Dark Chocolate Reduces Blood Pressure and Insulin Resistance
Consumption of flavanol-rich dark chocolate (DC) has been shown to decrease blood pressure (BP) and insulin resistance in healthy subjects, suggesting similar benefits in patients with essential hypertension (EH).
Chocolate Contains Healthy Antioxidants
Chocolate lovers can take heart in the growing body of research that shows this favorite food is packed with high-quality polyphenol antioxidants- beneficial compounds similar to those found in fruits, vegetables and red wine that scientists say may reduce the risk for developing heart disease, as well as offer some potential health benefits.
Study Reveals Differing Amounts of Naturally Occurring Flavanols in Chocolate and Cocoa Powder
A new Agricultural Research Service (ARS) study evaluating total amounts of flavanols and antioxidant capacity in cocoa and chocolate shows that antioxidants are found in a range of chocolate products – but more so in those with a higher cocoa content.
Research Seeks Link Between Diet and Headaches
What foods, if any, cause migraine headaches? That's a question Dawn A. Marcus, M.D. hopes to answer in the months ahead through her research on women who suffer from severe or chronic headaches.
Research Probes the "Psychology" of Food
Women are from Mars and men are from Venus, even when it comes to the foods they crave and how they eat at meal and snack times.
The Fat Factor: Keeping Track of Fat
Your body needs some fat to function properly. Fat provides energy for daily activities and helps supply important nutrients for your body. But eating too much fat increases your risk of heart disease, some types of cancer, overweight, diabetes, and other chronic diseases.
Research Shows "Chocolate Does Not Raise Cholesterol:" Stearic Acid Called "A Unique Saturated Fat"
Milk chocolate in the diet, even when consumed on a daily basis over a long period of time, does not raise blood cholesterol levels in healthy young men, according to the Southwestern University Medical Center in Dallas.
Flavonoid Database Adds to Body of Nutrient Information
The Agricultural Research Service features a food composition database for a class of beneficial plant-chemical compounds called flavonoids.
The Good News About Chocolate
Chocolate is one of the most popular foods in the world, long enjoyed for its wonderful taste. The cocoa butter in chocolate is unique because it melts at mouth temperature, slowly releasing rich chocolate flavor during eating. In addition to its savored taste, researchers are discovering new information about this cherished treat.
Reading Labels
When using the Percent Daily Values (% DV) found in the "Nutrition Facts" section on food information labels, it is important to keep in mind that they are based on a 2,000 calorie per day diet.
Nutrient Profiles for Selected Chocolate Candy
Discover the nutritional content for today's popular candy.
Nutritional Information for Cacao Nibs and Chocolate Liquor
