Chocolate is the name for processed foods or beverages from cocoa beans (Theobroma cacao). Chocolate was first consumed by the ancient Mesoamerican population as a beverage, although it was believed that the first chocolate could only be consumed by the nobles.
Chocolate is generally given as a gift or a gift at the festival. With unique shapes, styles and flavors, chocolate is often used as an expression of gratitude, sympathy, or concern even as a statement of love. Chocolate has also become one of the most popular flavors in the world. In addition to consumed most commonly in the form of chocolate bars, chocolate is also a hot and cold beverage.
Chocolate contains alkaloids such as theobromine, phenethylamine, and anandamide, which have physiological effects on the body. These contents are often associated with serotonin levels in the brain. According to scientists, chocolate is eaten in normal amounts regularly can lower blood pressure. Black chocolate lately get a lot of promotions because it benefits health when consumed in moderation, including anti-oxidants that can reduce the formation of free radicals in the body.
Toxins for certain animals Edit
The presence of teobromin content in chocolate can be toxic to some animals when consumed. Animals that react to poisoning in teobromin content include horses, dogs, elderly birds, small mice and cats (especially kittens), this is because their body metabolism can not digest these chemicals effectively. When they are fed chocolate the theobromine content will remain in their bloodstream for up to 20 hours, consequently these animals may experience epilepsy and convulsions, heart attacks, internal bleeding, and eventually lead to death. The response is by stimulating these animals to spit out chocolate and as soon as possible to take them to the vet.