Scientific proof

Accumulating evidence from the past 10 years demonstrates that moderate consumption of flavanol-rich dark chocolate or cocoa-related products may play an important role in supporting our health and well-being.

Clinical studies

Since 2003, more than 50 human clinical studies have been performed using cocoa or chocolate and new publications are still appearing every day. Many of these human trials have been performed at renowned universities or institutes and are well designed and of high quality. The positive results of these multiple independent studies has been confirmed through systematic reviews and meta-analyses.

Strong scientific basis

During the last couple of years the continuing efforts of Barry Callebaut’s innovative scientific policy have been reflected in the worldwide network of independent expert scientists. Together with these experts more than 25 human dietary clinical studies examining the beneficial impact of the ACTICOA product range on health have been set up.
The results of Barry Callebaut’s own studies, together with the published documentation, brings further evidence and provide the scientific basis for messages and claims regarding our ACTICOA products, for its heart health effect, advantages in cognitive performance and skin health benefits.