Effect of Cocoa Roasting on Chocolate Polyphenols Evolution. A look at epicatechin levels in cacao and chocolate at different points of processing, with a focus on Chocolate Modica from Italy.
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This research summary looks at both potential positive and potential negative impacts of antioxidants, in particular antioxidant supplements. Antioxidants are tied closely to nutritional aspects of cacao and chocolate. Antioxidants have been associated with anti-aging, cardiovascular health, and cancer treatments.
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Mitigating the level of cadmium in cacao products: Reviewing the transfer of cadmium from soil to chocolate bar
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How natural and artificial flavour enhancers in our foods ruin your palate and your health over time, and how they are associated with fine craft bean-to-bar chocolate.
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Sugar and glycemic index in chocolate, dark chocolate, milk chocolate, as compared to other foods.
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What is vegan chocolate. Is chocolate vegan?
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Does chocolate contain caffeine, and how much caffeine does chocolate contain?
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Does chocolate contain a lot of caffeine? Is it safe for children to eat chocolate due to the caffeine content? Will I stay up late at night if I eat chocolate before bed?
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Why eat 100% dark chocolate bars. Are they healthy? Are they bitter?
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Debate over health benefits of dark chocolate. Image by @joaopedru Are there any health benefits to dark chocolate?
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Who makes the best high quality chocolate in the world? Many makers you likely never heard of. Learn qualities make for fine chocolate, and which do not. You may be surprised!
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What is the difference between cocoa, coffee, and coca? Are they related plants?
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Interesting facts you may not know about the fruit of the cacao pod.
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What is dutched cocoa powder? Is it the best kind of cocoa powder?
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