Cocoa helps with concentration and enhances work performance because it contains theobromine. This is a mild stimulant for the brain that helps the nervous system become more alert and responsive.
Cocoa contains anandamide – known as the "bliss molecule" – which creates a feeling of euphoria. In addition, cocoa contains theobromine, which helps prevent pathogens in the body. Not only that, cocoa also increases serotonin levels in the brain. The benefits of cocoa have been proven to raise brain levels of calming hormones and help restore feelings of happiness.
Do you need energy after a tiring workday?
Have a cup of cocoa!
Cocoa provides a great amount of energy and fights fatigue thanks to one of the highest levels of magnesium found in natural food sources. Magnesium also helps protect against osteoporosis, reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes, and lowers blood pressure. Raw cocoa powder (2 tbsp) contains 52mg or 14% of the daily recommended value.
So, you can completely replace coffee with cocoa – while still getting enough energy and nutrients – since cocoa contains 20 times less caffeine than coffee (the caffeine in cocoa is very low and does not harm your health).
You can replace coffee with cocoa in your daily drinks as follows:
First 7 days: Replace 1/3 of your regular coffee with cocoa.
Next 3–5 days: Increase cocoa to 1/2 the amount of your regular coffee.
Next 3–5 days: Replace 2/3 of your original coffee amount with cocoa.
Wishing you a productive workday and don’t forget to choose pure cocoa products from Montanafoods!