The ‘Sweet’ Secret to a Better Brain!
By
Jack Taylor
Posted February 28, 2021
Dear Turapür Today Reader,
No matter what stage of life you’re in, you know how important it is to take care of your brain.
You probably know that staying active, eating a good diet, and even taking a brain-healthy omega-3 fatty acid are all great ways to keep your brain (and memory) in tip-top shape.
But what if I told you there was another way to help your brain?
It turns out, there IS! It’s a surprising “sweet secret” that gives your brain the extra boost it needs.
According to researchers from Columbia University, a diet supplemented with cocoa flavanols– naturally occurring compounds found in cocoa beans—can help improve memory.
Yes, I’m talking about the same cocoa beans used to make mouthwatering chocolate!
In the study, published in the journal Scientific Reports, the researchers found that an increased intake of cocoa flavanols over 12 weeks led to an increase in overall blood flow to the brain… which led to better performance on multiple cognitive tests.
Now, this may feel like an excuse to start dipping your hand into the candy jar. But it’s important to remember that this is specifically about cocoa beans and not processed candy.
In fact, dark chocolate (which is made from the seed of the cocoa tree) is loaded with antioxidants and nutrients that can positively affect your brain and memory.
One study found that eating high-flavanol cocoa (common in dark chocolate) for five days improved blood flow to the brain.
When I shop for dark chocolate, I always opt for the quality stuff. It contains less sugar and provides the most brain-boosting bang for your buck.
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Read the label to make sure it has at least 70% (or higher) cocoa content. That will ensure you’re getting the proper amount of flavanols from the cocoa beans.
Just remember, dark chocolate is still very calorie-dense, so be sure to stick to the serving size listed on the label.
Do you have feedback you want to share? Drop me a line: feedback@turapur.com.
Regards,
Jack Taylor
Department of Research, Turapür Products
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