Cocoa flavanols refer to natural compounds found in cocoa beans. They are known for their health benefits and can have a positive impact on our body, especially on our heart and brain. Full definition
A new, extensive five - year study on the effects of cocoa flavanols on cardiovascular disease is slated to begin in 2015 and will hopefully reveal more about the antioxidant's impact on memory. (entrepreneur.com)
In their recent review published in Frontiers in Nutrition, Italian researchers examined the available literature for the effects of acute and chronic administration of cocoa flavanols on different cognitive domains. (sciencedaily.com)
In a review of 19 randomized control trials, it was shown that daily cocoa flavanol intake of 200 - 600 mg resulted in significantly lower levels of insulin and fasting blood sugar. (drcolinobrien.ca)