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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 ACTICOA™ chocolate 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