Audited Supplier
Natural Alkalization
657-27-2
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Paper
Frozen
>12 Months
Cocoa
Natural
＞90%
Gelken
Paper Bag
25kg/bag
China
Product Description
Cocoa Powder
Rich in polyphenol antioxidants (such as flavanols), minerals (magnesium, iron, potassium), and dietary fiber, it is the core source of chocolate flavor.
Rich in polyphenol antioxidants (such as flavanols), minerals (magnesium, iron, potassium), and dietary fiber, it is the core source of chocolate flavor.
Cocoa powder is a natural ingredient extracted from cocoa beans through processes including fermentation, roasting, and pressing to remove cocoa butter, with the remaining solid residue ground into a fine powder.
Upon consumption, active components like flavonols are absorbed and act on the cardiovascular system, nervous system, and metabolic functions. Unlike creatine, which is stored directly in muscles for energy, cocoa powder primarily supports health through antioxidant and metabolic regulatory mechanisms. Natural dietary sources include dark chocolate, hot cocoa beverages, and baked desserts, though antioxidant levels vary depending on processing methods (e.g., alkalization reduces active compounds).
High-purity, non-alkalized cocoa powder or supplements (e.g., cocoa extracts) can provide higher doses of flavanols. Beyond its widespread use in baking, beverages, and desserts, cocoa powder's antioxidant properties are also utilized in skincare products to delay skin aging. Overall, cocoa powder is both a vital ingredient in the food industry and a natural component with dual value in flavor and health. Its antioxidant and cardiovascular-protective effects make it a focus of functional dietary research.
