Cocoa Flavanol Science

Does Callebaut's EU flavanol claim add health bite or bark to dark choc's image?

05-Sep-2013 By Oliver Nieburg

Barry Callebaut's R&D department talks to ConfectioneryNews after winning a blood flow health claim for cocoa flavanols in dark chocolate and cocoa beverages.

Big differences in cocoa flavanol losses during roasting

31-Jul-2013 By Oliver Nieburg

A study has found stark differences in the amount of cocoa flavanols preserved after cocoa beans from different origins have been roasted.

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Cocoa flavanol content varies depending on origin, says Callebaut

06-May-2013 By Oliver Nieburg

Barry Callebaut’s innovation department has revealed that the level of cocoa flavanols, which are associated with a string of positive health effects, vary depending on where beans are sourced.

Cocoa flavanols give snail brains a boost

01-Oct-2012 By Oliver Nieburg

Cocoa flavanols found in dark chocolate called epicatechin can improve the memories of snails, according to researchers.

High flavanol cocoa can boost brain functioning, finds Mars study

13-Aug-2012 By Oliver Nieburg

Cocoa flavanols can improve mild cognitive impairment, according to new research funded by chocolate giant Mars.

Mars study finds cardiovascular pros from cocoa flavanols are independent of antioxidants

27-Jan-2012

Cardiovascular benefits from cocoa flavanols are independent of any antioxidant properties, according to a study by Mars.