Chocolate News
Studies show the benefits of eating chocolate by the elderly
BRYTFMONLINE.COM Studies have proven that chocolate improves memory and thinking in the elderly, as its consumption directly affects the brain, strengthens neurons, facilitates blood flow in the brain and activates the cognitive system, which is often vulnerable in the elderly.Why chocolate is so expensive this year
You may have noticed that some chocolates are more expensive this year. Blame rising commodities and energy prices. The chocolate industry has not really escaped the event that affects all economic sectors. With the rise in commodity prices, cocoa prices have risen since this week. But, above all, there is the price of the card used for packaging, which has increased by 50% in the last six months. So some chocolates are starting to send these increases in stores, while others are cutting their margins.
Boston researchers discover ‘promising’ benefits from cocoa flavanols
Boston researchers have discovered that daily capsules with 500 mg of cocoa flavanols — compounds found in foods such as cocoa, tea, grapes and berries — may cut down cardiovascular risk. The first large-scale trial to test the long-term effects of a cocoa flavanol supplement to prevent cardiovascular disease showed the compound can reduce cardiovascular death by 27%.
Woman Sues Over Delivery of Chocolate Penis With ‘No Redeeming Qualities’
A Ventura County supervisor is suing Dick at Your Door for sending a five inch penis-shaped chocolate to her residence.
The Worldwide Carob Chocolate Industry is Expected to Reach $1.1 Billion by 2027
The Global Carob Chocolate Market size is expected to reach $1.1 billion by 2027, rising at a market growth of 5.5% CAGR during the forecast period. Carob chocolates are made up of dried carob pods. The preparation process of carob chocolates involves various steps. Firstly, the carob pods are cleaned and dried then the dried pods are grinded and carob powder is refined from the grinded powder. After this, the extracted powder is used in making of carob chocolates, bars and chips.