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Did you, as you grew up, forget about cocoa? In today’s article we will convince you that it shouldn’t be consumed only by children but also by adults. This tasty drink is energizing and at the same time capable of protecting you against viruses and infections. Cocoa improves your mood and increases vitality!
According to many scientific studies, cocoa can protect us against heart disease and cancer.
According to the results of these studies, people who regularly drink this beverage face up to fifty percent lower risk of developing the mentioned diseases than those who do not drink it.
Some scientists explain its beneficial effects by the antioxidants and flavonols contained in its powder.
Flavonols are also present in green tea and in some types of vegetables and together with the mentioned antioxidants they protect us against cancer and lung diseases. They similarly protect our blood vessels from damage.
Cocoa additionally supports our immune system by stimulating the production of an antibody called immunoglobulin.
Add cinnamon and cloves to it!
Cocoa, cinnamon and cloves have amazing properties that help fight pathogens and reduce the likelihood of illness, especially during these cold winter months.
Cocoa is a strong antioxidant and is very rich in magnesium and vitamins. What makes it exceptionally useful, especially if you are over 40, just try it!
Cinnamon improves blood circulation and reduces inflammation in the body and cloves contain strong antiseptic and analgesic properties.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of milk, if you use almond milk, the taste will be richer!
- 1 1/2 tablespoons cocoa powder or chocolate
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves and
- a pinch of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon stevia (optional)
Preparation:
Heat the milk, stir in all the other ingredients until everything dissolves. We recommend using a whisk and constantly stirring the mixture while heating.
