Cocoa Extract 90+%
Cocoa extract 90+% is a concentrated form of cocoa that contains high levels of flavanols, which are antioxidants that have been shown to have potential health benefits.
Here are some of the benefits of cocoa extract 90+%:
- Improved cardiovascular health: Cocoa extract has been shown to improve vascular function, lower blood pressure, and reduce inflammation and blockage of blood vessels. A randomized clinical trial called the Cocoa Supplement and Multivitamin Outcomes Study (COSMOS) found that cocoa flavanol supplementation reduced the risk of cardiovascular disease events.
- Reduced risk of diabetes: The antioxidant effects of cocoa may directly influence insulin resistance and reduce the risk for diabetes.
- Improved cognitive function: Cocoa extract has been shown to improve cognitive function in older adults.
- Reduced inflammation: Cocoa extract has anti-inflammatory properties that may help reduce inflammation in the body.
There are several case studies regarding the benefits of cocoa extract 90+%. For example, the COSMOS trial found that cocoa flavanol supplementation reduced the risk of cardiovascular disease events. Another study found that cocoa consumption increased plasma antioxidant capacity, diminished platelet function and inflammation, and decreased diastolic and systolic blood pressure.
The recommended dosage for cocoa flavanols is 500-1000mg per day, taken with meals. However, it’s important to note that cocoa extract contains caffeine, which can cause side effects such as jitteriness, headache, and fast heartbeat when taken in large amounts. Additionally, taking cocoa along with fluconazole (Diflucan) might increase the risk of caffeine side effects such as nervousness, anxiety, and insomnia.
Sources:
- https://www.foodpolitics.com/2022/03/industry-funded-study-of-the-week-cocoa-flavanols/
- https://www.centerwatch.com/clinical-trials/listings/72115/cocoa-supplement-and-multivitamin-outcomes-study/
- https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT02422745
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35294962/
- https://academic.oup.com/ajcn/article/115/6/1490/6548186
- https://www.cocoavia.com/pages/the-cosmos-trial
