Once an elixir of the regal and wealthy, modern day foodies and health buffs are discovering the benefits of cacao and cocoa powder. Cacao has been used for wellness, culinary and ceremonial purposes ...

Cacao nibs are rich in polyphenols, which help protect the heart and lower blood glucose. They may help increase "good" (HDL) cholesterol and lower blood pressure. Fermentation and roasting can ...

Fans of chocolate, rejoice! Here’s another win to celebrate, and just in time for the holidays. Cocoa extract has been shown to have cognitive benefits for older adults, according to new research.

Chocolate occupies a rare space in our diets it is one of the few foods that sits comfortably at the intersection of pure ...

Cacao is more than just the main ingredient in chocolate bars. While most people consider it a sweet treat, cacao has been used for centuries in many ways. This nutrient-rich superfood contains ...

Researchers from Brown as well as Brigham and Women’s Hospital found small but significant links between cocoa consumption and cardiovascular health benefits. The study, led by Xiaochen Lin GS with ...

Chocolate is more than a treat; it is Theobroma cacao, the "food of the gods." But our global craving for cocoa is putting a ...

If baby-soft skin is what you're after, consider adding cocoa butter to your body-care routine. Cocoa butter is a common skin-care ingredient in many topical products like lotions, creams, and lip ...

What is it about chocolate that soothes the soul and delights the senses? Two words: cacao powder! It’s no mystery that this ancient superfood is what gives chocolate its flavor — and what gives ...