What is Cocoa?
Chocolate is a temptation for most of the folks around the world. No matter whether it is a regular Chocolate or a piece out of the exclusive collection. I am sure that you have gulped am n number of chocolates. Have you ever wondered that what goes into making those delectable chocolates? It is Cocoa. Tasting a Dark chocolate and a Milk chocolate feels a lot different; it is because of the amount of Cocoa content. So, which one is your favourite?
Cocoa is a concentrated powder, churned out from chocolate liquor which is attained from the fruit of cocoa tree. This tree is native to the equatorial regions of America. The paste that is made up of the processed Cocoa Beans is mostly used in the making of confectioneries.
If you are thinking that Cocoa is only used for making delightful chocolates and other confectioneries, then you are surely caught on the wrong foot. Cocoa can be found bin numerous lotions and moisturizers intended to dive a flawless and youthful skin. So, if you want to look beautiful, then also Cocoa can come in really handy for you
Historical Context
According to evidences, cocoa is being consumed by humans from approximately 50 centuries ago and it was domesticated by the Amazonian people. The importance of this fruit was such that, it was used as a currency denomination.
The great traveler Christopher Colombous took Cocoa beans to Spain during his fourth voyage in 1502. He also must have been fascinated by the rich taste of those beans. But I doubt that he would have also thought that he was carrying a thing that had the potential of making the whole world, its fan.
Cocoa-an Economic Driver
Ghana is one of the leading producers of cocoa in the world after Ivory Coast. The production of cocoa beans employs more than 1,5 million Ghanaians. In spite of increasing exports of bauxite and gold, cocoa is still the most important commodity to the economy of the country
Health Pro’s
Cocoa beans are rich in more than 300 healthful compounds. Some of these include phenylethylamine, theobromine, and many polyphenols, like flavonoids and some vitamins, minerals as well. It is largely beneficial in maintaining the cardiovascular health, antidepressant, antioxidant, weight loss and is also used for reducing wrinkles and blemishes.
Concluding Note
Owing to its miraculous health benefits and uses, cocoa is used, all round the globe as an ingredient in many products. Good health benefits can be drawn from the good quality, so make the correct choice and live healthy.
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