Description
Cacao has many potential health benefits, including:
- Cardiovascular health: Cacao can lower blood pressure, improve blood flow, and prevent blood clots.
It also contains flavonols, which can maintain healthy blood circulation and elasticity of the arteries.
- Iron: Cacao is the highest plant-based source of iron, with 13.9 mg per 100g.
This iron is needed for maintaining healthy red blood cells and optimal energy levels.
- Blood sugar: Cacao may help control blood sugar.
- Weight control: Cacao may help with weight control.
- Cognitive decline: Cacao may prevent cognitive decline.
- Sleep: Cacao may help with sleep.
- Exercise recovery: Cacao may improve exercise recovery.
Cacao also contains theobromine, which is a vasodilator that can increase heart rate and lower blood pressure. People who are pregnant, have a heart condition, or are taking antidepressants, SSRIs, or other medications should be aware of these contraindications.
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