Antioxidants
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Antioxidants are believed
to help the
body’s cells resist damage caused by free radicals, formed by normal
bodily processes such as breathing or environmental contaminants like
cigarette smoke. When the body lacks adequate levels of antioxidants,
free radicals damage ensues, leading to increases in LDL-cholesterol
oxidation and plaque formation on arterial walls.
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| Cocoa
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Cocoa Butter is the term used for the
natural fat that is present in cocoa beans.
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| Flavonoids |
Flavonoids
are naturally occurring
compounds found in plant-based foods recognized as exuding health
benefits. Flavonoids are found in a wide array of foods and beverages
such as cranberries, apples, peanuts, chocolate, onions, tea and red
wine. There are more than 4000 flavonoid compounds; flavonoids are a
subgroup of a large class called polyphenols. In addition to their
antioxidant capabilities, flavonoids also: help reduce platelet
activation, may affect the relaxation capabilities of blood vessels,
may positively affect the balance of certain hormone-like compounds
called eicosanoids, which are thought to play a role in cardiovascular
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| Lecithin |
Lecithin is a
natural plant extract used
as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers keep fat in suspension and thereby thin
the formula in which it is used. |
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Maltitol
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Maltitol is a member of a
family of bulk
sweeteners known as polyols or sugar alcohols. It has a pleasant sweet
taste--remarkably similar to sucrose. Maltitol is about 90% as sweet as
sugar.
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