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Please enjoy this information on chocolate made available through the generosity of Mars Botanicals' adoption.

 

Additional ABC Cocoa/Chocolate resources

HerbClip reviews

Chocolate Consumption is Associated with Lower Cardiac Mortality after Acute Myocardial Infarction. HC# 090192-391, 12/31/2009.

Daily Dark Chocolate Consumption Modifies the Metabolism of Healthy Humans. HC# 110191-389, 11/30/2009.

Summary of the Cardiovascular Effects of Cocoa Consumption. HC# 050195-384, 9/15/2008.

Effects of Dark Chocolate Consumption on Anti-inflammatory Marker in Healthy Italians. HC# 100181-363,

Cocoa and Dark Chocolate Consumption Improves Endothelial Function in Healthy Adults. HC# 080181-359, 8/31/2008.

Regular Consumption of Dark Chocolate May Benefit Cardiovascular Health. HC# 45259-352, 5/15/2008.

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