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5 surprising health benefits of eating chocolate
DESERET.COM Chocolate is known for being creamy, rich, decadent and — healthy? While this sweet treat is commonly viewed as a guilty pleasure, research shows chocolate actually offers multiple health benefits. Here are some of the things that chocolate can do for you and your body (click HERE).The Making of Modern Chocolate
It’s impossible to say exactly when, or by whom, the modern chocolate concoction was invented. The Spaniards were the first to mix chocolate with cinnamon, black pepper, and anise instead of the Mesoamericans’ original blend of chiles, vanilla, and achiote. The Swiss created the famous fondant and added dried milk. Belgians adapted the praline (a French confection of caramelized almonds), thus making the popular chocolate bonbons that became a sought-after staple for Valentine’s Day. The Dutch became the pioneers of cocoa powder. BUT WHOEVER CLAIMS THE ULTIMATE CREDIT, CHOCOLATE AS WE KNOW IT TODAY WOULDN’T HAVE BEEN POSSIBLE WITHOUT THE JEWS (learn more HERE).
Consuming raw form of chocolate may help to relieve migraines
Migraines account for 30 percent of the world’s headache disorders and are currently incurable, according to the World Health Organization. Dr. Paul Durham, distinguished professor of biology at Missouri State University, has experienced a migraine himself. But his recent discovery could be the key to natural, sweet relief for some migraine patients (click HERE to learn more).
Happy National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day! August 4, 2022
Happy World Chocolate Day! July 7, 2022