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What is the science behind Xocai's health claims?

There is impressive and growing scientific literature behind the notion of "healthy chocolate." Xocai is the only company that can use the trademark "the Healthy Chocolate." Yes, there are many things you can do to maintain a healthy lifestyle; now, eating chocolate is one of them.

Are we advocating that you run down to your nearest grocery store and buy a few candy bars for lunch? Absolutely not. There are some specific ways to know which chocolate are deemed healthy. Chocolate is a natural substance and when it is prepared in a natural way, it can be a healthy treat.

One of the unique ways that Xocai prepares healthy chocolate is by a method called "cold press." This means we don't heat our chocolate, so it maintains its natural state. We also do not add sugar or caffeine or fat or other unnecessary ingredients.

Here is a quick review and some links to the science behind Xocai's healthy chocolate.  Many of these studies used Xocai chocolate, specifically; however some used cacao, which is cocoa in its natural form.

First, here is a clinical study on the effects of Xocai chocolate on  Atherosclerosis: Atherosclerosis Risk by Dr. Eliot Brinton, MD (Chair, Cardiovascular Genetics, University of Utah) --- April 2008

 http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/bye/sQoPWw4lZX-HWB7Ju67PL/fVcGS6hzZiNGFB-HvB1nJPcHu61PeB-RvnGHuQ16zwUgeio5JdcBJH1PkQt “Effects of Xoçai Antioxidant Supplements on Atherosclerosis Risk Factors” Overview: http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT00666250

Here is an audio testimonial regarding a study on Hypertension, Dyslipidemia, Hyperglycemia, and HDL/LDL from Dr. Brinton:

http://adampaulgreen.com/listen/interview-with-elliott-brinton/ http://mychocolatepod.com/interview-with-dr-elliott-brinton/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPiIRWGIVIY Results include:

1. Increased vascular reactivity
2. Improved arterial compliance
3. Increased HDL-C levels,
4. Decreased oxidation of LDL, and
5. Reduced insulin resistance

Here is a link to the online paper: 

http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/study/NCT00666250?show_desc=Y#desc

There have been a few studies regarding Xocai chocolate and Weight Loss. Dr. Mike Kennedy, MD, and Dr. Steve Warren, MD, did a study in June 2010 regarding weight loss and Xocai chocolate, specifically. You can read the overview here:

http://www.mxicorp.com/weightlosssystem/ http://adampaulgreen.com/listen/interview-with-dr-steve-warren/ 

There is a video explanation:

http://www.mxicorp.com/weightlosssystem/index.php?video=weightloss

The Results of the Xocai weight loss study are posted here: 

http://www.mxicorp.com/custom/library/weightloss/results.pdf The 12-Week Study included 50 Participants with a Total Pounds Lost equalling 1,569.9 pounds.

Here is a PDF document explaining the Xocai weight loss study: 

http://www.mxicorp.com/custom/library/weightloss/docstudy.pdf

There are other studies, too, including raw data about Xocai's chocolate ORAC scores and the Brunswick Labs seal of superior quality. You can read about those here: 

http://www.mxicorp.com/thewholestory/index.php?video=wholestory%20http://www.mxicorp.com/healthychocolate/

The bottom line is that chocolate can be healthy for you; Xocai  is healthy for you. It will help satisfy your cravings without adding sugar. Xocai is an excellent company, working to deliver an amazing product. People love Chocolate. Why not choose Xocai and eat some truly healthy chocolate!