Heart Healthy Cocoa Powder

in , by Julie Nichols, February 13, 2014

{Hi Friends}

A cup of hot cocoa is a nice way to stay warm and cozy on cold winter days.    


Did you know that a spoonful of this chocolaty goodness has health perks?


Here are some insights worth knowing: 

  1. Pure cocoa powder is made by roasting and grinding the bean of the cacao plant.
  2. Cocoa powder contains no sugar and is low in fat.
  3. A 2-Tbsp. serving contains 25 mg of caffeine.  So no worries if you want to sip this before bedtime.
  4. Cocoa powder is a great source of flavanols, the same heart-healthy antioxidants found in berries and red wine.
  5. Cocoa powder contains 10 calories per serving & has 2 grams of fiber.



Cocoa powder maintains its taste & antioxidant levels for at least a year if stored at room temperature in an airtight container.

Mine has been in my cupboard for about that long and it is still fresh
I sprinkle a dusting on my fruit, oatmeal, or yogurt for a yummy way to control those sugar cravings.



A few home-baked cookies are always good at any time.


Using one of my favorite mugs I purchased a while back is my small cure for the winter blues.
 It has one of my favorite flowers (Peony) painted on it.







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  1. Mmm. That hot cocoa sounds delish, and I absolutely love your mug!

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  2. Lovely post! I'm all relaxed and calm now. :-) Love the mug - and the cocoa info. Found you at Anything Blue Friday. Blessings!
    Kim @ Curtain Queen Creates

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  3. Nothing better than a warm hot cocoa and yours looks delicious. Of course, I like to put about ten-thousand mini-marshmallows on the top. (Sharon)

    Thanks for sharing this yummy post on your gallery at #simplybebetsy.

    The very best to you,
    Sharon and Denise

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  4. It's a great idea to sprinkle cocoa on things. I think I will try it. I love your mug!

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