Hot chocolate You can prepare as a sweet dessert, or replace it with morning coffee, serving it to a sweet breakfast. Can such a drink be healthy? What properties does hot chocolate have? We suggest.
The most important ingredient Hot chocolate is cocoawhich greatly affects the nervous system. Has a brain supporting effect, and also improves memory and concentration. Therefore, hot chocolate will be a great support for pupils, students and people performing mental work. In addition cocoa has a stimulating effectwhich at the same time is much more delicate than in the case of coffee. A drink based on cocoa can be a better choice for people who do not serve coffee.
In cocoa we also find vitamin A, those from group B, C and Esuch a mixture greatly affects the nervous system, eye health or skin condition. In addition, it is also present here magnesiumwhich supports the work of the brain and heart; phosphorus and calciumwhich strengthen bones and teeth; potassiumregulating blood pressure; ironwhich prevents anemia or zincsupporting immunity of the body.
Hot chocolate also provides valuable polyphenols that have antioxidant properties, They support the body’s fight with the harmful effects of free radicals. They also have inanti -inflammatory sets, prevent premature aging, and have anti -cancer effect. In addition, polyphenols have a positive effect on the cardiovascular system, reducing the risk of diseases, and help to take care of normal blood cholesterol.
Hot chocolate You can do in several ways, however, to make it the healthiest, it’s best to make it on the basis of good quality cocoa and chocolate. It is worth ensuring that chocolate has as many cocoa pulp as possible. You can prepare the drink on milk or vegetable drink. Good hot chocolate should be slightly sweet. However, it is worth limiting the consumption of white sugar by choosing substitutes such as honey, maple syrup, and if you are on a slimming diet, you can focus on stevia, erythritol or xylitol. Spicy spices will also be a great addition here, Cinnamon, cardamom or nutmeg.
To prepare one portion hot chocolateyou will need:
- 250 ml of milk,
- 1 copy teaspoon of cocoa,
- 30 g of dark chocolate min. 60 percent,
- a pinch of cinnamon,
- 1-2 teaspoons of the chosen sweetener.
Preparation: Start by heating the milk in a small pot. Add cocoa and mix thoroughly, for example with a rod. Then add crushed chocolate, cinnamon and chosen sweetener, e.g. honey or erythritole. Mix everything until the ingredients combine. Pour hot chocolate into a cup and it’s ready.
Sources: Terazpoczy.pl, abc.es
