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Quick Facts
- Earliest recorded use of cocoa in around 1100 BC
- Theobromine makes it toxic to dogs and cats
- Linked to serotonin levels in the brain
- If taken moderately it reduces blood pressure
- Chocolate bunnies and eggs popular on Easter
Expert summary
Chocolate is a general term referring to several raw and processed foods produced from the seed of the tropical cocoa tree. The tree is common in South America and Africa. Evidences show that cocoa has been cultivated in South America for at least 3000 years. Chocolate beverages were known to Maya and Aztec civilizations. The cocoa seeds are fermented first to remove their bitter taste. Then they are dried, cleaned, roasted, and the nibs are ground and liquefied to get chocolate liquor. Then it is combined with sugar and milk. Cocoa butter, sugar and milk will give white chocolate. Chocolate is now one of the most favorite flavors in the world. A gift of chocolate is very fashionable.
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