2024-01-14 06:15:27
Al-Marsad newspaper: Health experts revealed that eating cocoa helps slow down the aging process, improve memory, prevents the development of cardiovascular diseases, and also protects against cirrhosis and diabetes.
Heart disease
Dr. Tatiana Zaletova, a nutrition expert specializing in herbal medicine and nutritional support, points out in an interview with Sputnik Radio that cardiovascular diseases are one of the main causes of death in developed countries. Cocoa, like other products containing antioxidants, helps prevent these diseases.
Protects against aging
She says: “Cocoa is rich in antioxidants, meaning it protects against aging, as well as against atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease. The biologically active compounds found in cocoa reduce platelet aggregation, which also helps prevent myocardial infarction and stroke. Therefore, it can be said that the drink “Prolongs life.”
Improve memory
The doctor explains that the antioxidants and flavonoids found in cocoa work to improve memory and attention, which weaken with age. Therefore, cocoa increases the ability to learn and endure physical activity. In addition, cocoa drink contains beneficial components for those who suffer from liver dysfunction.
Liver cirrhosis
She says: “There is evidence that substances found in cocoa help patients suffering from cirrhosis. Of course, the drink will not be a cure, but it can slow the progression of the disease. Cocoa can also be an auxiliary part in the complex treatment of various diseases that lead to cirrhosis of the liver.” Such as viral hepatitis and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
cancer
According to her, cocoa helps prevent diabetes and some types of cancer. But the drink should be consumed without milk and sugar 2-3 times a week.
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