Xocai Dark Chocolate
There is no doubt that Xocai Dark Chocolate is very high in antioxidants. But what are Antioxidants in the first place and how do they contribute to better health?
Antioxidants
Definition from www.medterms.com.
Any substance that reduces oxidative damage (damage due to oxygen) such as that caused by free radicals. Free radicals are highly reactive chemicals that attack molecules by capturing electrons and thus modifying chemical structures.
Well-known antioxidants include a number of enzymes and other substances such as vitamin C, vitamin E and beta carotene (which is converted to vitamin A) that are capable of counteracting the damaging effects of oxidation. Antioxidants are also commonly added to food products like vegetable oils and prepared foods to prevent or delay their deterioration from the action of air.
Antioxidants may possibly reduce the risks of cancer and age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Antioxidants clearly slow the progression of AMD.
You don’t need to be a scientist or a physician to understand that if a substance helps reduce any kind of stress to the vital systems in your body, it’s a benefit to your overall health.
How do we know that Xocai Healthy Chocolate contains antioxidants?
MXI Corporation, the parent company of Xocai, has had an independent source test their products to ascertain the level of antioxidants. So a little background is in order.
Brunswick Laboratories
Information from the website of Brunswick Laboratories.
Brunswick Laboratories is an independent, full-service bio-analytical laboratory specializing in the science of Antioxidants and Oxidative Stress.
Brunswick Laboratories is recognized internationally by leading health research institutions and companies in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, food and cosmetic industries. We are a pioneer and a world leader in research and diagnostic services related to antioxidants and oxidative stress, and have earned a position of respect and trust based on the contributions we have made in this field.
Oxidative stress is the negative effect created in the body by “free radicals” and has been identified as a major factor in the progression of aging and disease. Antioxidants are known to counteract these damage-causing radicals.
To date, Brunswick Laboratories’ ground-breaking research has resulted in major advancements in the knowledge of antioxidants. Our goal is to remain leaders in antioxidant and oxidative stress R&D, and to continue to provide innovative solutions to our customers.
The standard test for antioxidants is called the Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity (ORAC). This the standard method for measuring antioxidant absorbency capacities in biological samples. Every box of Xocai healthy chocolate products has a seal specifying the results gathered by Brunswick Labs.
If you are looking for Health Products, it’s always good to see independent testing that indicates the testing behind the product.
The various ORAC values present in The Healthy Chocolate Products from Xoçai™ is on the box and in some instances, is even on the individual product packaging.
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