Benefits of Cocoa Powder

I was reading the befits of unsweetened cocoa powder here are some that stuck out to me. 

-Protection from colon cancer

-Improved  insulin sensitivity

-Improved cognitive functions

-Has loads of antioxidants and phytocemichals

-Has disease fighting flavonoids (act as antioxidants and reduce the presence of free radicals)

-Supports immune and cardiovascular 

-Improves ones mood, aids with depression 

-Aids in Blood Flow (which in turn creates a sense of calm, improves complexion by keeping skin hydrated and healthy)

-May help prevent heart disease, stroke, and cancer

-Lowers blood pressure

-Reduces cholesterol

Wowsers! I had no idea that unsweetened cocoa powder has all these benefits.  When i think of cocoa powder I think of chocolate, which i associate with sugar and unhealthy.

I got this recipe from chocolate covered katie's blog for dark chocolate with no sugar.  It only has 3 ingredients.  Unsweetned cocoa powder, coconut oil, and agave (or stevia)

Totally satisfies my sweet tooth and chocolate cravings and after learning about the benefits of the cocoa powder and coconut oil, I feel like I"m doing my body good and eating chocolate at the same time.....:) no complaints here!

yummmm

• 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
• 4 tablespoons unrefined coconut oil (melted)
• 1/4 cup agave or use NuNatural vanilla stevia drops (I use 10 drops. Triple or quadruple that amount if you don’t like extra-bitter chocolate. The stevia version is more snap-able, and I’d recommend NuNaturals because I find other brands to have an aftertaste. Some commenters have said honey will work, but I haven’t tried it.)
• optional: extracts, cocoa nibs, or other add-ins

I bought these ice cube trays from Ikea   They have others that would work as well. Henry loves them, however Max hasn't come around to them yet.