11 Health Benefits of Chocolate

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Chocolate lovers, this one’s for you. Check out the interesting health benefits of chocolate!
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Chocolate lovers, this one’s for you. Check out the interesting health benefits of chocolate!
Timestamps
0:00 Difference between cacao and dark chocolate
0:15 Information on dark chocolate and cacao
1:12 Health benefits of chocolate
3:27 Chocolate and kidney stones
3:39 Bulletproof your immune system *free course!
Let’s talk about the health benefits of cacao and dark chocolate. Cacao is the raw bean that’s fermented and processed into chocolate. Cacao and dark chocolate are both loaded with phytonutrients (polyphenols and flavonols). They actually have higher amounts than blueberries or açaí berries.
There is a small amount of caffeine in cacao and dark chocolate, as well as a good amount of theobromine (a stimulant). So, if you have cacao or dark chocolate later in the day or before bed, it may keep you up.
I consume a little bit of chocolate on a regular basis, but I always consume chocolate that is organic and doesn’t contain sugar. A few brands I like are Lily’s Sweets and Choc Zero.
Cacao and dark chocolate are high in oxalates. So, if you’re at risk for kidney stones, you may not want to consume either one.
Potential health benefits of dark chocolate and cacao:
1. Decreased blood pressure
2. Increased HDL and decreased LDL (especially oxidized LDL)
3. Decreased risk of heart disease (decreased endothelial dysfunction)
4. Decreased cortisol and adrenaline
5. Decreased risk of certain cancers
6. Decreased insulin (may improve insulin resistance)
7. Decreased risk of strokes
8. Better mood and increased serotonin (it can act as an antidepressant)
9. Increased physical performance
10. Increased skin circulation, texture, hydration
11. Decreased metabolic syndrome
Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 58, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.
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Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
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Thanks for watching! I hope this helps you better understand the interesting health benefits of chocolate.

[@dy2cakc1]

When he talks about chocolate, he is talking about raw cacao. Not the Snickers Bar at the convenience store.

[@jonlobov1249]

Omg noo I stocked up on o Henry snickers Twix and mars Kidding

[@boracay12]

He said no surger not 90 percent surger

[@MMA-CLIPS2]

Not even raw cacao, just anything above 70% cocoa. I go with 90%

[@jonlobov1249]

@@MMA-CLIPS2 why not cacao powder with 0 sugar?

[@MV-nt4bq]

Jon Lobov it’s more bitter than a scorned woman

[@matthewstroud4294]

Part of dropping sugar out of the diet is reducing all sweetness of all foods, and over time you stop looking for anything sweet tasting. I started with 90% Lindt chocolate, which seemed bitter at first, but after a couple of weeks I tried a 100% Montezuma chocolate and that is a different animal. Now I have totally converted to 100% chocolate and like it. The 90% seems too sweet now.

[@jettalily5087]

I love montezumas chocolate !

[@bertalovejoy5877]

I eat alter eco 100%. It's delicious and creamy, with a hint of salt. Would recommend. Definitely notice the cortisol reduction when I eat some.

[@bradford_shaun_murray]

0:16 👀

[@KucJI]

there is 99% Lindt, after eating milk chocolate all my life the taste of 99% is f'ing disgusting xD

[@bradford_shaun_murray]

@@KucJI you might like the Green & Blacks 70% cocoa dark chocolate, it tastes a bit like red wine.

[@SolarCasanova]

This explains why Willy Wonka looked younger in the second movie.

[@rico0920]

is willy wonka chocolate organic and gluten/sugar free?

[@goddessella9056]

Hahahahahahahahahauahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha!!!😆😆😆😆😆😆

[@sharonh2991]

LOL! Willy Wonka looked young because he lived such an excellent life!

[@paulbillington8290]

Haha Quality!!!

[@LaneyOfLimerick]

😂🍫😂

[@deepikavijakumar9553]

Clicked so fast seeing the title lol. As a chocolate lover, All I needed is Dr berg's stamp of apporval.

[@marvinscottjr.4310]

I love chocolate. She is a long time mistress.

[@helenpauline7]

It's only dark chocolate tho

[@Tomara632]

@@marvinscottjr.4310 You need to marry her now.

[@seanhammer6296]

The chocolate he is talking about is not yummy. No. More like medicinal. You can eat 1/3 of a bar with almond butter to get your magnesium.

[@micarose9712]

@@helenpauline7 Dark is the chocolatiest best! 😋

[@ivkadivka6023]

İ m having almost daily a small amount of 85 % chocolate so İ can stay sane and enjoy life as well

[@carmenjimenez4459]

Right same here girl I’ve been treating myself to two small pieces of 85% cacao and even a 🍷at dinner before I start cleaning up if it makes u happy and is good for u why not😊

[@ivkadivka6023]

@@carmenjimenez4459 Same, right! We should still be able to enjoy ourselves and indulge a bit here and there! We are human after all 😘😉

[@jdaza1987]

Where do you order from?

[@dakjones]

Using the 95% chocolate I grate it into almond milk, add stevia and make a hot chocolate drink 😋

[@ivkadivka6023]

@solomani İ must try that too!

[@paulflint6254]

It makes me more awake without anxiety. Anyone else feel that?

[@kindnesstoall]

Fantastic! I have a piece of chocolate a day 95% chocolate. Do keto and needed something with LOW to no sugar. Thank you!!

[@Vingul]

A friend of mine has started cacao (and chocolate) production in our house. Just got a big shipment of beans today. Looking forward to the progression. I’ve definitely noticed benefits on my adrenals. No urge to drink coffee when there’s cacao at hand.

[@ericcarve4476]

Is it expensive or difficult to do yourself? Isn’t it more expensive than just buying a quality made bar?

[@Vingul]

@@ericcarve4476 it's not very expensive yet, nor difficult, but the guy is a bit of a MacGyver when it comes to technical things, so he has improvised in the early stages. He has founded his own company, so hopefully other people will buy bars and such from him!

[@lavieenrose1852]

Exactly . Where do you live , or where is this chocolate sold ?

[@Vingul]

@@lavieenrose1852 I live in Norway, it’s not available to buy yet but will probably be sold here as well as perhaps online eventually.

[@aarontyler8188]

I love dark chocolate. It makes my mood better.

[@johanngiesbrecht3162]

Best thing for my mode is when my wife doesn't try to babysit me Lol

[@boracay12]

I need to hunt some down if I can find no surger brand

[@riverflow8186]

​@@boracay12Buy NIBS DARK CHOCOLATE you can buy online

[@kathym6603]

Dr. Berg, I love it when you recommend a brand and don't send us out wandering the world and reading ingredients and then wondering if we got it right!!

[@Myypurpose]

HU brand 🙌🏽

[@VipDetailingMontreal]

1:02

[@hocineted7594]

These brands are expensive

[@cynicalaries6201]

I love Dark Chocolate, but I can't eat just one square. Been doing Keto since January, down 30lbs, 15 more to go.

[@jonrhythm3686]

Way to go!

[@elwood10198]

30lbs in 3½ months, huge well done, you must be so pleased.

[@lavieenrose1852]

Why ? People on keto diet aren't allowed to eat dark chocolate ?

[@kittyhazes5741]

Congratulations on your 30 pound weight loss. Just start a keto this week keeping my fingers crossed for that kind of success

[@Olivia-bs5wj]

The day I stopped worrying about my weight I honestly stoked gaining weight, even lost 15 lbs. I eat when I’m hungry and never use food as a substitute for hard feelings, you can do this I promise ❤️

[@thecrossalways]

THANK YOU so much, blessed Dr. Berg! You truly are a blessing and a gift to humanity. So much value in each video, and to the point. Concise, instructive, convincing, and practical. You do have an excellent gift of teaching, obviously refined through exercise. And your peaceful spirit brings such calmness and reassurance to those who listen to you. Thank you for being who you are! You are such an inspiration.

[@goddessella9056]

Okay, now you are officially my favourite Doctor EVER!!!!!!!!!🍫🍫🍫🍫🍫🍫🍫🍫🍫🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@nonopus3125]

Amazing info. This is good to hear. I consume cacao power regularly mixed with nuts, seeds and melted coconut oil with a touch of erythritol then let it harden in the freezer for 20 mins for a tasty nutritious chocky tasting treat. I now know a concise list of benefits of cacao thanks to you Eric! You’ve helped me lose 5 stone (70lbs) I tell lots of my friends about you. Would love to see you hold a seminar in the UK

[@CaptainCologne]

Sounds amazing! Thanks

[@lmk22philly]

Thank you for helping me and my family... you're an extraordinary soul.

[@ginamiranda3330]

,

[@saso3545]

Dark chocolate sales just went up 100%. God Bless you Dr Berg. ☦️🙏🏼

[@lort6022]

doubt it, this is nothing new

[@Leonhart_93]

Hopefully not the sales for the common 50% pure sugar ones.

[@barryf3395]

@@lort6022 he's right sales will have gone up wholesale, they get paid by these companies to write good reviews about their products.

[@thomascroce4672]

I started making homemade sugar free dark chocolate in little Dixie cups with Hershey's 100% Cacao, MCT oil and Truvia- throw in a few pistachios or macadamia nuts and chill in the fridge. 1.2 -1.6 ounces each. Pretty darned good!

[@adamowen6226]

Hi. I think you have missed on mentioning one of the most important points beside choosing a no/ low sugar Dark chocolate which is to avoid dark chocolate processed with alkali( Dutching) and any chocolate with added Soy. Brands like Alter Eco, Pascha, green and black’s, Zazubean are excellent choices especially +!% 85

[@millionkilliati6140]

I just want to say that all the pictures and illustrations you use in your videos are always so on point and exquisite lol first picture of the dark chocolate in like these wooden spoon is 🔥. 😂

[@DrVKParmar]

This guy should get the Nobel Prize for Medicine!

[@zhilamir5448]

100% agree

[@DaveKnowlesQPRTBlock]

And then don’t bother handing it out to anyone else afterwards !!

[@ahmedalraheem]

Agree

[@bigregg3444]

Definitely agree 💯 The New World Order implementations will definitely not allow our Dr the prize 😓

[@bigregg3444]

Hozni Mubarak!

[@fredsendikadiwa8348]

Dr, You are always my best lecturer and online Dr. I am going to start eating Dark chocolate.

[@CaptainRhodes]

I used to take one square of dark chocolate and suck on before having my cup of coffee but that was mainly for the coffee to taste even better rather than being healthy. I might pick that up one day again. I only drink one cup every other day since Im pretty sensitive to caffeine.

[@OswaldDigestiveClinic]

Great brand recommendations! I really like Lily's! Women often experience chocolate cravings prior to their periods - maybe due to increased need for nutrients like magnesium, as cocoa is rich in magnesium, and Lily's would be a great option. It's too bad that most women try to fight against these cravings vs. listening to the body!

[@cewjnyte]

Doctor, teacher and friend 🤝

[@Funsoul8]

I think I’ll try this for my depression rather than Prozac.......❤️

[@MDO05]

Magic mushrooms might help aswell

[@kittyhazes5741]

When I started taking vitamin D3, it helped considerably with my depression. I threw the Prozac in the trash

[@ani1344]

Sam-E also works well for depression without side effects

[@ebayerr]

I'm glad I watched this video to the end. I have a kidney stone and had no idea that dark chocolate contains oxalates and that if you're at risk for kidney stones,it's not recommended to be eaten. And I've been eating it on an almost daily basis not realizing what it contained and what that can lead to. Noone ever tells you this stuff. There should be a warning label on the candy wrappers,"Warning:Contains Oxalates.People at risk for kidney stones should not consume" Just like the warning they put on soda labels warning Phenylketonurics that the soda contains phenylalanine. (An amino acid)

[@Listen2DeathMetal]

Chocolate is great just watch out for the added sugar, oxalates and cadmium

[@surj9308]

Love this! I have 25g of dark choc a day, 70% cocoa most of the time. I also exercise everyday 😊

[@tyrese5089]

Why not get cacao?

[@googoo554]

Great job, well done!!

[@maralmaadavaanyam5278]

Thank you Dr. Berg. As an young dentist, I admire your detailed explanation. Keep going forward.

[@dailydoseofmedicinee]

The antioxidants in dark chocolate have been shown to lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of clotting and increase blood circulation to the heart, thus lowering the risks of stroke, coronary heart disease and death from heart disease.👍

[@richiep3520]

@Jack Neary cavities are mainly caused by sugars and acid. The higher the cacao %, the lower the sugar content although brands will slightly vary. I don't think dark chocolate is acidic or if so, a mild acidity. You'll notice with dark chocolate (especially 80% or above) it gets bitter. I love 90% dark chocolate as I'm on keto and tastes so much better as in cut sugar out. You also eat a lot less when it's dark. Long story short. I highly doubt dark chocolate contributes to cavities but oral hygiene is still very important but it won't rot your teeth like milk chocolate.

[@juniormoore3953]

I started with 92% cocao a couple of months ago. Also learned a way to tolerate ACV. In both instances, along with exercise, looking to help my cholesterol levels

[@user-nd4hw3rr2g]

Thank you Dr.Berg. I needed your approval. Now I can enjoy my chocolate 🍫

[@nancyharlow4941]

Thank you Dr. Berg. I love dark chocolate. I eat unsweetened with just a little semisweet chocolate melted down mixed together and put it in the refrigerator. I'm going to try it with stevia.

[@machinegunkellykapoor]

Awesome! I love Lily's sea salt caramel and almonds bars! I eat a serving size a few times a week!

[@dianebonneau2350]

Montezuma Absolute Black made in Sussex, England is my favorite using the chocolate nibs from the plant. No added sugars, very low carb, great for eating and baking. We get it from Trader Joe’s. Also, Trader Joe’s chocolate chips are organic, zero carbs are perfect for a quick snack or baking.

[@Listen2DeathMetal]

Montezumas is amazing!

[@laurastrobel718]

A Trader Joe's is coming to my town, excited about that☺

[@racheljolley26352]

Interesting as I’m in the UK. Is this bitter though? I love chocolate but have yet to find a dark chocolate that isn’t bitter!

[@dianebonneau2350]

@@laurastrobel718 Hi Laura, there a lot of good Keto products and ingredients. Fresh flowers are amazing

[@laurastrobel718]

@@dianebonneau2350 Awesome☺, Heard the prices are tolerable too 👍

[@Tomara632]

Your my favourite Dr.... Your confirming why I must always eat what I love.

[@noursmatii]

That's really amazing ! I was already waiting for this kind of video as i am a chocolate lover and this encourage me to consume chocolate daily :D thank you Dr.

[@louisgianfrancesco]

Finally a video where you endorse the consumption of chocolate.

[@lornalewis7262]

Without sugar most chocolate have loads of sugar

[@oysteinsoreide4323]

@@lornalewis7262 i have a piece of 85% chocolate. 15% sugar isn't a problem if you eat 12.5 grams of chocolate.

[@penttimuhli9442]

I think he is only recommending dark chocolate only 😊

[@DebbieTDP]

It's not the first one 😉

[@harryvanderveen773]

@@oysteinsoreide4323 no matter how many grams, the % sugar is still the same, the doc is referring to non sugary dark chocolate

[@nataliewilliamson38]

Everything hes saying is true. My blood pressure went down from a daily reading of 230 to 108/70 of course with other life changing improvement like daily exercise and healthy eating. . Ive notice that my scars have disappeared skin texture is soft and smooth and even my eyes clearer and can see better. I eat 100% everyday

[@illesam]

I've started eating 100% chocolate. Amazing. Sometimes with a bit of home made peanut butter

[@michellea9857]

Isnt the very high saturated fat in it still very bad for you?

[@pipelisvejdzirnavs5759]

Mind answering what brand chocolate you consume?thanks

[@AksamRafiz]

Went 99% eventually and I gotta say, my diet has completely transformed ever since. I can taste actual sugar and oil in good now and get headaches if I consume too much of either which is actually a good thing so I am quite content.

[@albasolorzano4685]

Very well deserved the great amount of subscribers you get every day ..amazing 👏👍

[@KRose-jz7fj]

Oh goodness. I thought I was being bad on keto for eating Lillys. Love it

[@rezaimirzai7751]

thank u so much dr Eric. i really needed it most to know what chocolate to consume .?!!! now its crystal clear ❤️❤️

[@Elvar858]

This is awesome, got the chalkboard out and everything! I've never seen anyone go to such great lengths to justify their chocolate consumption, but I understand it, I can relate and I'm lovin' it.

[@chloebelle4923]

Chocolate is proof that God loves us! You're *awesome* Dr. berg...thanks for all you do! XOX

[@TheFracturedfuture]

What a stupid comment.

[@HoneyBeeMeli]

Actually, I feel much better not having chocolate at all.. I miss it less too, if I don't eat it at all... addiction goes away 😊 Greetings from Italy 💖🍀🌷🕊️💕

[@astronomylover3266]

Exactly I don't feel like I want to eat the entire bar until I eat a piece of it

[@HoneyBeeMeli]

@@astronomylover3266 Yep.. the same happens to me 😊

[@mcan-piano4718]

Sameee.... I agree. Its a trap and I also feel less stressed and my heart is relaxer when ı dont eat.

[@HoneyBeeMeli]

@@mcan-piano4718 Absolutely... it's not just with chocolate, for me it occurs with any other "addictive type food"... if I were to consume only a small portion, for example of cake at someone's birthday party, automatically I would start craving more and more... and this includes all carbs, junk foods, processed food-like substances 😊 But.... also fruits, my favorite treats, like apples... I'll have to force myself to eat just one or two instead of 10 ! 😉 But yeah, a single biteful of something addictive, switches on the "binge mode" and it's big trouble after that 🍀💕🕊️🌿🌷

[@mcan-piano4718]

@@HoneyBeeMeli Yess I fully agreee. Helathy and addictive things turn out to be unhealthhy when number increase. When I eat cakes I always regret and feel bad so I started to run when ı see them. I try to be away from addictive ones because they are hard to eat only 1 (( so I prefer real meals to be fully satisfied and get up from table with no regrets :D

[@4406bbldb]

I've been a fan of this living style and the resaults are positive in all areas.

[@yellowyellow8513]

WE LOVE YOU DOC🌺🌼🌻🌸 thanks for all your information

[@jamesbagshaw8251]

Im happy to obey this one! I've been on a low carb diet for a good few weeks now and I feel its doing me good but I'm still dreaming of bagels and biscuits...I'll be having a dark chocolate protein shake later though

[@zero3239]

What is the point of being on a low carb diet if you are having protein shake?

[@jamesbagshaw8251]

Pure protein and a mix of botanicals with raw cocoa and unsweetened non-dairy milk. Very little carb and no nasties

[@lynnplunkett2239]

Suddenly there was a new study about healthy dark chocolate containing heavy metals. Can you speak on this topic? Hu's and some other organic healthier dark chocolates were my go to for a treat. All the dark chocolate bars are on sale in all the stores because of this new study. Do we need to avoid dark chocolate now or are there still a few brands that don't contain these heavy metals? You speak on so many topics, is this a topic that you can cover? I'm sure that there are others who would benefit from hearing what you have to say? Many thanks

[@Koalaparks6678]

Nativas has a minimal amount of this and it is also undutched. It’s a cheaper alternative to Bryan Johnson’s evo cacao powder, which is 30$ more than navitas

[@alievskayatamara]

Thank you so much Dr.Berg. Amazing information from you as usual. I'm buying only organic 85%.

[@TheHumbuckerboy]

I have been a lifelong lover of chocolate and I am loving this presentation !

[@konstantinosdimopoulos5376]

Every morning and afternoon I also drink a cup of hot water with a teaspoon full of cocoa. I also add ground almond milk to the cup! It's amazing. I also eat a Mediterranean diet and often eat garlic, onions, etc.

[@haseebtubing]

Cocoa plus almond milk is too much oxalates. Use normal milk instead

[@MattAlexan]

Watch out for oxalates in the cocoa and almond milk…!

[@MrAdamsanto87]

Delicious advice.

[@jamesr5443]

Your posts give wonderful and very well researched health awareness in a way which is so easy to understand. Much appreciated Dr Berg

[@MarkVA71]

I’ve knocked out panic attacks and anxiety with dark chocolate! #8

[@mcan-piano4718]

Lucky for you. cuz It didnt work on me, it made me more anxious and my body got more active.

[@KSSBG]

@@mcan-piano4718 maybe because of the caffeine, I may be ignorant saying this but I think chocolate has some natural caffeine

[@tyrese5089]

@@KSSBG you’re right.

[@tyrese5089]

@@mcan-piano4718 you might be sensitive to the caffeine in it.

[@Bkaas]

Dr Berg. Can you please do another video for Matcha tea benefits for losing weight?

[@ProlificPianist]

Started eating the Lily's 93% chocolate bars to supplement any chocolate cravings (usually once or twice a month) a while back because it looked like it wasn't garbage like other bars. Glad to know that Lily's is actually a well known and liked brand. Thought it was a lesser-known off brand, lol. But I do really like those bars and that they definitely fulfil that craving while making me feel confident that I did myself a nutritional service, especially since I do have a concern that I don't get enough iron in my diet.

[@Earth2Flo-v6f]

Where do you purchase it? I don’t see these brands in the store.

[@roaldruss4211]

I've started with 85% some time ago and now am at 100% cacao. Of course it's not your typical chocolate. It's quite bitter and sticky but once you've cut out most of the refined sugars, your taste buds will adapt as well. It's an acquired taste, for sure, but I like it.

[@kim.in.nature.]

It's my understanding that to block oxalates from being absorbed, you can eat calcium containing foods along with the cacao. I eat some cheese or whole milk yogurt (without sugar).

[@cameronwells5532]

Just got some organic 90% dark from my local coop! Going to try not to overeat it when I break fast today.

[@markmessick9856]

I have my cacao powder twice a day, I make my own chocolate, very yummy

[@laurastrobel718]

Love dark chocolate with a glass of coconut milk as a dessert... But always make sure to check the labels, because soy is put in sometimes😒

[@GokuPlaysUK]

And?

[@laurastrobel718]

@@GokuPlaysUK Excessive estrogen, not good especially for someone who has a tumor that feeds off of it

[@sbeth82sc]

Very informational video as always, anything that promotes consuming more chocolate im all in!

[@Hawaiian80882]

Love my Chocolate Doc....Thankyou yet again...Keeping it simple

[@amazinggrace5503]

It's already too late and you're making me crave chocolate lol

[@Aurora-rs9lj]

These are the kind of videos I like seeing 😂

[@omartrachen6794]

I always have at least 6 x 100g bars of dark chocolate ( 85%) in my pantry... Hell of a snack for me... Im glad dr berg reads my mind

[@737tech]

Thanks, I just ordered some for Mothers Day...

[@sengxm7483]

“Sugar is the sand paper on the arteries” I choked on my acv water

[@margaretcordova3268]

??????

[@user-nn1uh8km2k]

@@margaretcordova3268 Apple Cider Vinegar regulates blood glucose ( Sugar ) levels.

[@JamesNalacar]

For real though hearing him put it that way made me dread sugar. Seriously, the sandpaper on the arteries figure of speech has been successful to send me into an existential crisis. I've been going low sugar for quite some time but still I never really gave up sugar completely. Now I guess I have to.

[@MovewithJenna]

Yes, yes, yes!!!!!! 🍫 I’m so addicted to 80% dark chocolate

[@yazmin8842]

Since cancer treatment chocolate tastes like cardboar. I will try organic! Thank you for the video😀

[@SuperEddie0228]

My number one go too for quick and to the point excellent health expertise

[@kaf3494]

I started consuming cacao a few months ago. They taste great plus all these benefits Dr Berg has shared with us!

[@danielrecommends]

I love the Lily brand of dark chocolate. Glad you also eat it Dr. Berg!

[@melissastewart6244]

Love ChocZero! Also, use the Lily’s chocolate chips for desserts.

[@jarichards99utube]

AWESOME Summary... : )

[@xenaburg2362]

Keto chocolate blend advocado and add some cacao powder it become a thick rich mousse desert so good highly recommend 👍🏿 😊

[@googoo554]

Thank you for sharing, sounds yummy!

[@Reider242]

Probably not a good idea. Too many calories from fat. Check your daily total then see how much is in your avocado. Too much of any nutrient leads to weight gain

[@aishaUmar2268]

What about Nutella?

[@pohsanewe2996]

Thank you so much Dr Berg. I love your videos n have learnt a lot from them. One question to ease my mind on cocoa powder, does the cadmium content pose any possible risks? I came just came to read/know about this. Appreciate your feedback. TQVM.

[@onieguevarra6677]

Thank you so much for this great2 imformation. GOD Bless you !🥰🍀🍀🍀

[@Nedra007]

Good to know😊

[@carmenchen3588]

watched your other chocolate video and just want more reason to eat chocolate without guilt

[@nunyafawkingbiz]

I make my own homemade cacao "chocolate" syrup for my Raw Milk! I use Raw honey to sweeten it! I used to have an addiction to Nesquik which is full of sugar and other crap! So having my own homemade has been life changing and I absolutely feel the difference and I've grown to love the bitterness and the honey definitely helps sweeten it just enough! I stopped consuming sugar months ago and can never go back!

[@geirmyklebust]

Next time I'll try Lily's. Used to react allergic when eating regular chocolate.

[@cjf9810]

I think you need to include cocoa powder in with dark chocolate as to benefits. Cocoa powder doesn't contain as much fat and has no sugar.

[@cjf9810]

@@aWomanFreed If cocoa is GMO so is chocolate

[@TT67X]

Signed up to your course 🙌🏼 I think it’s so important for people to be educated about their immune system and what they can do to strengthen it. Enough of this fear 💪🏻 from the MSM our bodies are amazing God given miracles. Thank you Dr Berg, instead of browsing through things that are making me fearful I’m going to be absorbed in your course and excellent informative videos. God bless you 🙏🏻

[@andy-the-gardener]

not god given, unless by god you mean evolved over 3 billion yrs.

[@TT67X]

God has a capital G please be a little more respectful of your creator.

[@andy-the-gardener]

@@TT67X nah, she won't mind. you have to exist to care. blasphemy is a victimless crime they say. in any case, it seems a bit petty to care what silly monkeys scrawl anyway, when you have created hundreds of billions of galaxies!

[@TT67X]

Psalm 14:1 read it 💕

[@jackiehammond6168]

Every night I make my special hot cacao drink for my hubby & I. * 1 cup almond milk & 1 cup coconut milk mixed =2 cups ☕️☕️ * 2 tablespoons of organic cacao powder * 1 tablespoon of coconut sugar * pinch of sea salt * 4500 mg of ashwaganda powder Medium heat 5 minutes on stove, blend well until smooth, pour in cup and grate fresh nutmeg on top. So far we haven’t had a problem going to sleep after. It seems to really mellow us out, especially my hubby since he’s got a very stressful job.

[@Alabanza.Musicversity]

I just ate 2 bars of 100% trinitario chocolate from the home of some of the best chocolate in the world in Trinidad & Tobago and giving it to my heart warrior toddler. Thing is we grow and make this an had to really search to find 100% dark as they have so many low fat and up to 70% options. So happy turns out the 100% is cheaper than the rest of them and you get even more!

[@sraz8521]

The best video ever, Dr Berg talking about the health benefits of CHOCOLATE 😍😍😍 LOTS OF LOVE AND PRAYERS TO YOU DR BERG, not just because of this video of course, for all your dedication and kind heart 🙏🙏🙏

[@agamb]

Dr. Berg, you need to get on these young people’s podcasts & help spread the word. You & Thomas Deleur helped me realize the benefits of fasting & keto

[@conradsamond6839]

I love your information on health I watch you and Dr Mandell keep up the good work and god bless

[@abomination2theLord]

Dr. Berg, do you have any information on what causes Sun Bumps on my arms when exposed to the Sun. The bumps are itchy too! As great as I eat per your informative videos' over the last couple of years, I am stumped as to why I get these Sun Bumps per say! I put a dash of Cacao in my Omelette every morning along with 40 other spices. Sounds nuts; however, I figure a dash of every spice I can find that is organic can only make me feel wonderful. It is amazing Dr. Berg thinking about all the videos you have, that just continue to teach us what we should have been taught from pre-school. I just love shopping for the good foods and reading labels. I put many things back on the shelf after seeing what they put in the product that is not made for our precious bodies! What I have seen over the last ten years is people just blowing up like balloons. I see this and my heart breaks for them, as they are lacking knowledge on food intake. Much love to you and your family! Love 4Truth!

[@mistytharpe3991]

YAAAAAY ! It's official ladies and gentlemen chocolate is a health food! I'm diving into a vat of it. Finally! Some good news from this guy

[@nairajan84]

dear dr. Berg, i consume 90% dark from Lindt, it's not organic though.

[@ButterflyLullabyLtd]

Hi Doc. I've just made some almond, date and cacao truffles. Your right, a healthy diet does protect your immune system. I have a sweet tooth, so need to try harder. I want to get an ice-cream maker so I can make healthy ice-cream with dates and dried coconut in distilled water. Thank you for your videos. I've got a cold because of eating badly. I need to try harder. We are what we eat.

[@thecommonsensediet8619]

Great upload, thanks for sharing! Stay healthy and safe! 👍😊🍓

[@marietaylor5174]

Seriously, I saw an improvement in my skin after eating 85% cocoa chocolate in three days!

[@malonyo9866]

Drinking hot cacao with herbs every morning ☀ Thank you for this ♥

[@lynettedaniels6101]

Hot cacao with medicinal mushrooms. Delish!

[@malonyo9866]

@@SG-df9er sorry just seeing this. It's a combination of organic cacao powder, maca, turmeric, ceylon cinnamon, ginger, Himalayan sea salt. All organic of course.

[@sharenwhite]

What herbs do you add to your cacao?

[@sharenwhite]

@@malonyo9866 just asked a question about this before scrolling down a bit more. Thank you. 🙂

[@swimmerangel7]

Bought 4 bars of lily's dark chocolate and hu mint dark chocolate bars after watching this video. Im so happy I can indulge my sweet tooth in a healthier way.

[@danilincks5809]

30 seconds into the video... say no more I’m convinced! 😂