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Cocoa Helps Phoenix
Seniors Maintain a
Healthy Heart and
Lifestyle

As people age, both negative and positive changes impact their
lives. The whole process of aging can be turned into an
enjoyable experience for the seniors if they understand the
physical changes in their body. Precaution is better than cure
and if seniors go with this age old cliché, they can actually
enjoy their golden years.
In the recent years, there has been a definite increase in the
processed foods and foods containing higher levels of salt and
fats. Such foods lead to high cholesterol, high blood pressure
and several heart conditions. For seniors, it can be quite
challenging to maintain a healthy diet, however, with the help
of caregivers from Phoenix home care, they maintain a healthy
lifestyle.

Benefits of Cocoa Flavonols
It has been found in the researches in recent years that intake
of Cocoa is extremely helpful in maintaining a healthy heart.
The cocoa flavonols, the most common flavonoids in cocoa
beans, are helpful in improving cardiovascular health and
decrease the chances of various related heart conditions in
seniors.
Cocoa beans are a rich source of vitamins and minerals,
potassium and copper, which sustain cardiovascular health,
and iron, for healthy blood and oxygen circulation in the body.
Cocoa beans are also a great source of magnesium and
calcium, which help all the organs to function effectively.

Great Source Antioxidants
Some researchers have revealed recently that cocoa beans are
a better source of antioxidants compared to green tea and red
wine. Antioxidants are important seniors for regulating
cholesterol levels and decrease the danger of several kinds of
cancers. They also prevent cell damage.

Cardiovascular Health
To maintain a healthy heart, it is important for the elderly to
sustain polyphenols in their system. Cocoa beans contain high
levels of polyphenols which are not only good for your
cardiovascular health, but they are effective in reducing blood
pressure. Research indicates that polyphenols, as found in
cocoa beans, might reduce blood pressure. The magnesium in
cocoa beans leads to a healthy heart by strengthening it. A
strong heart pumps the blood effectively, which reduces the
risk of blood clotting, strokes and heart attacks.

Energy Booster
Cocoa beans can reduce anxiety and promote alertness.
Consuming a cup of cocoa is equal to consuming a cup of
coffee, although it much weaker in stimulants compared to
coffee. Your elderly loved one can prepare a hot cup of cocoa
for themselves or ask the caregiver from Phoenix home care
to prepare an energizing cup of cocoa to enjoy.

Dark Chocolate
Good news for the chocolate lovers! Dark chocolate is a
delicious way of consuming cocoa beans. However, the
chocolate that you or the assistance from home care Phoenix
select for your elderly loved one should contain no less than
70% cocoa beans. It should not be incorporated with any type
of dairy including milk. The dark chocolate that you purchase
should strictly be made from cocoa butter and nothing else.

Thank You!!!
Home Care Assistance of Phoenix offers hourly and live-in
home care for seniors in Phoenix, AZ. We provide senior care
services to elderly and adults who need assistance. Free In-
Home Care Consultation. Call us today at (602) 388-1085 to
discuss the hourly and live-in care options for you or your
loved one.
Address: 3143 E Lincoln Dr.Phoenix, AZ 85016
Web: http://www.homecareassistancephoenix.com/