Do You Like Dark Chocolate?

Have you ever wondered about the benefits of dark chocolate? Just look at what you will find in a 100-gram bar of dark chocolate with 70–85% cacao:

11 grams of fiber

67% of the RDI for iron

58% of the RDI for magnesium

89% of the RDI for copper

98% of the RDI for manganese

It also has plenty of potassium, phosphorus, zinc, and selenium.

As much as I love dark chocolate, I don’t think I could consume 100 grams (3.5 ounces) at once. But know that when you do eat it, it’s choc-full of health benefits. As stated in other blogs, when you eat chocolate that is 65%-70% or more cacao, your brain chemistry will change with the release of endorphins. Remember it’s the feel-good hormone!

This blog involves a dark chocolate from Equal Exchange Chocolates. Not only do they produce chocolate but also teas, coffee, and other foods.

They are worker-owned and were formed with this mindset:

* A social change organization that would help farmers and their families gain more control over their economic futures.

*A group that would educate consumers about trade issues affecting farmers.

*A provider of high-quality foods that would nourish the body and the soul.

*A company that would be controlled by the people who did the actual work.

*A community of dedicated individuals who believed that honesty, respect, and mutual benefit are integral to any worthwhile endeavor.

I had the mint crunch 67% dark chocolate and 80% Panama extra dark chocolate. Both were very delicious! You can find their chocolate at most grocery or health stores or at equalexchange.coop

To get a copy of my book, Give Me Some Chocolate…I’m Stressed! go to www.DesiPayne.com/shop

Stress Less!

Desi

Your Stress Less Coach