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Beneficial properties of cocoa for mood: what you need to know and how to prepare it correctly
03.05.2024 05:00
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:20
Cocoa is good not only for physical but also mental health.
We will tell you more about this in the article.
How cocoa affects a person's mood
Cocoa has a positive effect on a person’s mood and well-being.
This is due to the fact that the drink stimulates the production of joy hormones - dopamine and serotonin.
Dopamine is a hormone that is responsible for pleasure and a feeling of satisfaction, and also affects the level of motivation and the ability to learn something new.
Serotonin is a good mood hormone that is responsible for emotions of joy and fun.
In addition, cocoa contains a small amount of caffeine, which also improves your mood, and also gives you energy and increases productivity and concentration.
A drink like cocoa helps reduce anxiety and stress.
The B vitamins in the composition normalize the functioning of the nervous system and help improve your concentration.
How to prepare cocoa correctly
To prepare cocoa, take 2-3 teaspoons of powder, add a little hot water and warm milk.
You can also add sugar if desired or use a little cream for better taste.
Previously, we told you why it is useful to do exercises in the morning for mental health.
