Why I love cacao…
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I love to make a raw cacao powder drink with hot water and a bit of milk.
According to the studies below, I am going a long way towards preventing diabetes and vascular diseases.
Have a look and see what you think.
Live long. Live free.
Rick
Balzer et al. “Sustained Benefits in Vascular Function Through Flavanol-Containing Cocoa in Medicated Diabetic Patients: A Double-Masked, Randomized, Controlled Trial.” Journal of the American College of Cardiology. 2008. 51:2141-2149.
Lee et al. “Cocoa Has More Phenolic Phytochemicals and a Higher Antioxidant Capacity than Teas and Red Wine.” Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 2003. 51:7292-7295.