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New chocolate to help lose weight
by Neka Sehgal - November 18, 2009 - comments
The new chocolate Lola contains the dietary supplement spirulina, a microscopic algae that contains high levels of nutrients like vitamin A and B12, which, in turn, aid weight loss
Madrid, November 17 -- Finally you can give in to those strong cravings for chocolate without struggling with weight issues. Cocoa Bia, the Spanish makers of a brand new chocolate, promise to help you shed those extra kilos without curbing the desire for the cocoa delights.
The unique chocolate named Lola was created with cocoa from Peru and Santo Domingo. According to the manufacturers, it is 100 percent natural and tastes like normal chocolate.
Its distinctive feature is that it contains certain chemicals that deceive the brain into believing one is full, thereby checking the urge to gorge on food.
The unusual ingredients in Lola
The chocolate has acquired a slightly greenish tinge because of additional and unusual ingredients.
Lola contains the dietary supplement spirulina, a microscopic algae that contains high levels of nutrients like vitamin A and B12, which, in turn, aid weight loss. It also contains special amino acids that act as appetite suppressants.
One of Lola’s inventors, Armando Yanez stated, “People should eat one or two chocolates around one hour before a meal. They’ll feel pleasantly full and less like eating to excess. The chocolate has an intense flavor and extremely high antioxidant properties.”
On the flip side, the new chocolate contains aspartame, a substance that has not been properly tested or trialed and has been known to be hazardous for the health of some consumers.
Initial market in Spain
Lola was exhibited for the first time at the international confectionary show in Madrid last weekend. Currently the chocolate is available in Spain but the makers hope to export Lola to the UK if an interest for the product is stirred.
The price is a trifle steep with five chocolates costing around $8.50 in US dollars and about five pounds in the UK.
Benefits of chocolate consumption
Chocolate not only tastes good but is known to give a natural high. In addition, it also promotes good health. Studies show that dark chocolate is rich in flavonoids, which are natural antioxidants.
Recent studies have shown that a bar of dark chocolate helps keep heart and cardiovascular system running well. It regulates blood pressure and is also known to lower bad cholesterol.