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topHow much ACTICOA™ chocolate should we eat?
The high content of naturally occurring polyphenols ACTICOA™ means that you only need to eat approximately half of a normal portion to receive its full benefits. Since 40 g is the amount of chocolate most frequently consumed just 15-20 g of ACTICOA™ chocolate provides the same positive effects as a normal portion of chocolate.
 
topIs there a maximum intake? Is there any danger of taking in too much ACTICOA™ chocolate?

There is no restriction in the intake of natural polyphenols;clinical studies have shown that naturally present polyphenols excesses are excreted by the human body in an entirely natural way.

 
topDoes ACTICOA™ chocolate taste different?
The flavor of ACTICOA™ chocolate is authentic and identical to the indulgent, rich and varied flavors we all love in traditional, regular chocolate. This is because ACTICOA™ is not made with any other additional nutrient not naturally present in chocolate. In order to satisfy the taste preferences of consumers, ACTICOA™ chocolate is available in dark and milk varieties.
 
topWhere does the name ACTICOA™ come from?
We coined the word ACTICOA™ to emphasize the fact that the most active natural components in the cocoa bean are preserved with our special, gentle chocolate making process.
 
topAre there any products equivalent to ACTICOA™ chocolate?
While there are many fruits, vegetables, nuts and some prepared foods and drinks that contain polyphenols, none can equal the cocoa bean for the amount and variety of natural health-enhancing antioxidants. ACTICOA™ is the only chocolate currently on the market specifically processed to retain most of nature's given benefits of cocoa.
 
topWhat are the positive effects of ACTICOA™?
Research indicates that ACTICOAchocolate has abundant levels of natural compounds that may enhance:
· The antioxidant effect
· Cardiovascular health
· Brain and mind function: concentration and memory capacity
· The immune system
· Anti-aging
· Positive effects on some cancers
 
topHow long do you have to take ACTICOA™ before it starts to work?
Research indicates that two hours after the consumption of ACTICOA chocolate our body starts to absorb the polyphenols. The intake of this high amount of polyphenols helps to restore the balance between free radicals and antioxidants. ACTICOA chocolate may be consumed daily in order to achieve long-term health benefits. Please note, however, that ACTICOA™ chocolate is neither a “magic pill” nor an instant cure for any disease or health condition. It is a small – but important – part of a balanced diet and active lifestyle.
 
topHas milk an influence on the bioavailability of the cocoa polyphenols in our human body ?
The combination of milk with cocoa has no effect on the bioavailability of cocoa polyphenols and their effect inside the body. In a bioavailability study, the blood polyphenol concentration of people having consumed a milk chocolate drink were compared with that of people having consumed a milk-free chocolate drink. Both drinks contained the same amount of cocoa polyphenols. The results were very clear: no difference were decteced in blood polyphenol concentration between the two groups.
 
topAre there ACTICOA™ products on the market ?

The following products are currently on on the market:

Belgium

Company : Chantelly Chocolates
Product : Karel Peeters Chocoladen Delicatessen
ACTICOA™ pearls - dark and milk
Wesbite : www.chantelly.com

Company : B-art Chocolates
Product : dark ACTICOA™ chocolate (tablet and coins)
Wesbite : www.bart-choc.be

Company : ALTHAEA
Product : ACTICOA™ milk and dark chocolate
Wesbite : www.althaea.be

The Netherlands

Company: Boulanger Chocolade
Product: Milk and dark ACTICOA™ chocolate
Website: www.boulanger.nl

Company: Rousseau Chocolade
Product: Milk and dark ACTICOA™ chocolate
Website: www.Rousseauchocolade.nl

Company: Palino Chocolaterie
Product: Palino ACTICOA™ chocolate
Website: www.palino.nl

Company: Visser Chocolade
Product: Visser ACTICOA™ chocolate
Website: www.visser-chocolade.nl

United Kingdom

Company : The Healthy Biscuit Company
Product : Aztec Gold
Website : www.healthybiscuit.co.uk

Company : Sarjeants
Product : Dark Chocolate – ACTICOA™
Website :www.sarjeants.co.uk

Company : Squires Kitchen
Product : Inspired
Website : http://www.squires-group.co.uk

Company : Marasu’s Petit Fours
Product : Choxi
Website : www.marasu.co.uk

Company : Beyond Dark
Product : Beyond Dark
Website : not

Company : Minerva Chocolates
Product : ACTICOA™ chocolate pearls – dark and milk
Website : www.fillabox.com

Company : Delvaux Ltd
Product : Delvaux ACTICOA™ dark and milk chocolate
Website : www.delvaux-acticoa.com

Company : Hadleigh Maid
Product : Dark ACTICOA™ Chocolate Cherries, Dark ACTICOA™ Chocolate Cranberries
Website : www.hadleighmaid.com

Company : Duncans of Scotland
Product : Dark ACTICOA™ Chocolate
Website : www.lakeland.co.uk

Spain

Company : Gorrotxategi
Product : Turrón de melocotón con ACTICOA™
Website : www.gorrotxategi.com/p>

Poland

Company : DOTI wwc sp.
Product : Blackcurrant & ACTICOA™
Website : www.doti.pl