Resveratrol is a powerful antioxidant naturally present in grapes and berries which has captured the attention of many medical researchers in recent years because of its potential anti-aging benefits. But did you know that this potent compound can also be found in good old chocolate? After testing cocoa powder, baking chocolate, dark chocolate, semi-sweet baking [...]
Cocoa powder is produced when around 75 percent of cocoa butter is removed from chocolate liquor (the liquid from ground cocoa beans used in chocolate products). The remaining solids are then used to make unsweetened cocoa powder. Natural cocoa powder is dark, has a strong flavor and is slightly acidic and bitter. In 1828, Dutch [...]
Sucralose, more popularly known under the brand name Splenda, is the most popular artificial sweetener in the U.S., beating out Equal (aspartame) and Sweet ‘N Low (saccharin). Sucralose has become the artificial sweetener of choice for many low-carb foods, including drinks, snacks and protein bars such as the South Beach Diet Meal Replacement Bars (Chocolate [...]
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Dr. Mercola is a well-known physician and a multiple New York Times Bestselling Author. He started his website, Mercola.com, in 1997, and it has become the world's #1 Natural Health site. Dr. Mercola is a recognized, licensed Physician and Surgeon in the state of Illinois. He first opened his practice outside Chicago in 1986 and has treated over 20,000 patients.
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