Some of the rarest cocoa in the world is found in the pacific islands. Cocoa is thought to have been introduced to Samoa in the 1800's. Cocoa is so precious to Samoa that it has been protected by law since 1961 and importation of any fresh cocoa products are banned.
Cocoa beans used in KING KOKO SAMOA are considered a “super food” because of the nutritional health benefits associated within the cocoa bean.
Antioxidants have many health benefits such as, protecting against cell damage and regulating cholesterol levels. Cocoa beans hold the highest concentration of antioxidants over any food in the world. There are 621 antioxidants in cocoa and it has more than 3 times the antioxidants than green tea and double the amount in red wine.
A cup of KOKO Samoa can provide the same energy as a cup of coffee but without the jitters or crash caused from caffeine. Cocoa beans contain theobromine, which is a distant cousin to caffine. Theobromine is a natural stimulant, making it a "Super Food." It is non-addictive and will give you a gradual longer-lasting natural energy boost.
Theobromine, contained in cocoa beans, is also a metabolism booster. It helps your body from absorbing fats. Because of the cocoa’s mineral content and nutrients, it helps curb appetite and promotes weight loss.
It also contains copper manganese and chromium that helps build healthy blood cells and also helps level blood sugar. Cocoa also contains flavonoids which can reduce the risk of heart disease and certain cancers. Flavonoids improve blood flow and can help lower blood pressure.
Tryptophan, is a natural anti-depressant found in cocoa beans. Tryptophan enhances relaxation and helps improve sleeping habits.
Cocoa also elevates the levels of serotonin (the chemicals that make you happy) in your brain that reduces stress and makes you feel great. Samoans are known as the happiest people in Polynesia, so be happy and drink KING KOKO SAMOA.
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