French Haricot Coco Beans 500g

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Martín MA, Goya L, de Pascual-Teresa S. Effect of cocoa and cocoa products on cognitive performance in young adults. Nutrients. 2020;12(12):3691. doi:10.3390/nu12123691 Nieburg, Oliver (21 December 2015). " 'Devastating' impact of climate change on cocoa can't be ignored, says Rainforest Alliance". confectionerynews.com. The most common tool used to harvest cocoa pods is a machete or a pruning hook too or other long sharp and large knife that allows farmers to cut pods and gives them control over the cut (so that the cocoa tree trunk is not damaged). Pédelahore, Philippe (2014). "Farmers Accumulation Strategies and Agroforestry Systems Intensification: The Example of Cocoa in the Central Region of Cameroon over the 1910–2010 Period". Agroforestry Systems. 88 (6): 1157–1166. doi: 10.1007/s10457-014-9675-8. S2CID 18228052.

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When terms of trade don’t work for cocoa farmers it exacerbates poverty and contributes to persistent problems like discrimination, exploitation and deforestation, which threaten the future of cocoa farming communities and the future of cocoa itself. Cimini A, Gentile R, D'Angelo B. Cocoa powder triggers neuroprotective and preventive effects in a human Alzheimer's disease model by modulating BDNF signaling pathway. J Cell Biochem. 2013;114(10):2209-20. doi:10.1002/jcb.24548

Where does cocoa come from?

Since 2019, our Living Income campaign has set out to put living incomes on the public and policy agenda, and to shine a light on the inequalities faced by women cocoa farmers. Additionally, cocoa has phenolic antioxidants like catechins, anthocyanidins, and pro-anthocyanidins. Research studies suggest that these chemical compounds, by virtue of their antioxidant properties, work against cancers, inflammation, aging, and viral infections. Additionally, chocolate products often contain added sugar and fat, which can have negative effects on health when consumed in excess.

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We recognise the importance of ethical sourcing and take our responsibility to improve the cocoa industry very seriously. The reason for the inversion of the letters " o" and " a" in the borrowing from the Spanish " cacao" to the English "cocoa" is unknown, Conching: The chocolate liquor (or a mixture of cocoa solids, cocoa butter, and other ingredients) is heated and continuously mixed in a conching machine. This step refines the chocolate’s texture and develops its flavour. Chocolate, which is made from the fermented, roasted, and toasted beans, is the solid and the fat combination, sweetened with sugar and other ingredients, and it is that combination that is made into chocolate bars and is commonly referred to as chocolate by the public.

Health benefits of Cocoa beans

Cocoa solids contain phytochemicals; theobromine, and caffeine. Their levels, however, are far below that found in the coffee powder. Dand, Robin (1999). The international cocoa trade (2nded.). Woodhead Publishing. ISBN 978-1-85573-434-0.