A sharp rise in consumer demand for food products that deliver supplemental health benefits has led to the increased popularity of functional foods.

In a nutshell, functional foods are foods that contain additional nutrients that may be beneficial to a person’s health. Some examples of functional foods include: Milk with added Vitamin D, Orange Juice with added Calcium and Vitamin D, and Eggs with increased DHA. Another super food that has been researched for its benefits on heart and brain health is dark chocolate.

Chocolate As A Carrier for Bioactive Nutrients:

Because of its own potential for health benefits, dark chocolate acts as a great carrier for bioactive nutrients that can help with a variety of issues. Some of the reasons dark chocolate is a great option include:

◦ Flavor

Using chocolate as a delivery method for active nutrients combines the health benefits of carefully formulated ingredients with the health benefits of dark chocolate in a decadent package that is delightful to consume.

◦ Superfood Benefits

Dark chocolate contains antioxidants called ‘polyphenols’ and ‘flavanols’. These phyto-chemicals work to protect our body’s cells from damaging, free radicals. As a superfood, chocolate is already packed with health boosting properties. This makes it an even more desirable carrier.

◦ Melting Temperature

Chocolate melts between 94 degrees and 97 degrees fahrenheit. Thus making chocolate  a delivery method that melts perfectly on your tongue.

◦ The Power of Flavanols

Flavanols are plant based compounds, or phyto-chemicals. Studies show that they reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes when consumed as part of a healthy diet. Dark chocolate is packed with these powerful antioxidants which are shown to prevent cardiovascular disease.
Using dark chocolate as a delivery method for Proteins and botanicals gives consumers the added benefits of consuming antioxidants and other health promoting minerals such as magnesium, iron, and zinc.

‘Functional’ Chocolate Combines Super Powers:

Chocolate alone contains health boosting phyto-chemicals and minerals. Pairing it with active ingredients creates an indulgent and especially effective experience. Functional Chocolate bars are made with Dark Chocolate that offers the best of both worlds – less fat, less sugar and more flavor.

We want our treats to bring more than flavor, the Noon Tide Functional Chocolate bars delivers the best of both worlds. Decadence that inspires; and carefully formulated ingredients that deliver.