Patent Watch
Has Mars found a way around cocoa bean fermentation?
Mars has filed a patent for a method to process unfermented cocoa beans that it claims would maintain the final chocolate taste and allow for a more consistent flavor.
Archives for September 10, 2014
Kids exposed to cadmium in dark chocolate - but they'd have to eat a lot to exceed health limits
A study says regular dark chocolate consumption raises children's exposure to cadmium but they would have to eat over 100 regular sized bars a month to exceed health guidelines.