Chocolate's theobromine calms
children's coughs safely

Chocolate is made from the fermented, roasted and ground beans taken from the pods of the tropical cacao tree. They have an intensely flavored bitter taste. There is plenty of good news for those of us who are chocolate lovers. Dark chocolate's cacao content has been shown to have positive effects on mood swings, coughing, high blood pressure and even contains antibacterial agents that fight tooth decay!

There are over 350 known chemicals found in chocolate, including stimulants like caffeine, theobromine, phenylethylamine and anandamide. Theobromine, the alkaloid contained in the beans, resembles caffeine in its action, but its effect on the central nervous system is less powerful and does not have the sleep disturbing effects of caffeine. It may actually be a more effective cough medicine than traditional remedies making it a safe nightime calmer for children.

Phenylethylamine (PEA) is partly responsible for the "high" that you get from eating chocolate. PEA facilitates the release of dopamine a naturally occurring chemical into your body. The neurotransmitter anandamide, also found in chocolate is responsible for the prolonged pleasurable sensation of the previous mentioned PEA.

Chocolate - what women want!

Chocolate enjoys an reputation as an aphrodisiac, which may explain the tradition of chocolates and Valentines day. It's interesting to note that most researchers claim that women prefer chocolate over sex. Cocoa Butter is an aromatic solid butter pressed from the roasted seeds of the Cacao tree brings a supple, luxurious feel to dry skin.