Cocoa - 13 Great reasons to include it in your diet.

Originally from the tropical forests of Central and South America, indigenous peoples, such as the Mayans and Aztecs, have been consuming cocoa for thousands of years.
Later, European sailors introduced cocoa throughout Europe, where it was initially consumed as a bitter drink, but with high energy value, which helped to cope with the low temperatures characteristic at certain times of the year.
Regular consumption of cocoa can bring several health benefits, helping to improve mood, blood circulation, regulate sugar levels in the bloodstream and protect heart health, as it has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.
Cocoa is the seed of the fruit of the cocoa tree, and its scientific name is Theobroma cacao,
It is the main ingredient in chocolate, being characterized by being rich in flavonoids, mainly epicatechins and catechins, compounds with antioxidant properties.
To obtain these benefits, the ideal is to consume two teaspoons of cocoa powder per day or forty grams of dark chocolate^.
Regular consumption of cocoa can provide several health benefits