Chocolate is one of the most beloved sweets in the world and its history dates back more than 2,000 years to the civilization of the ancient Maya. Initially, chocolate was used as a drink, called ‘’chocolatl’’. This beverage, to which various spices were added, was consumed hot and was believed to be invigorating, fortifying, and the best medicine of that time, capable of curing any illness.

Europeans discovered chocolate during the 16th century. Initially, chocolate was not widely accepted by Europeans due to its bitter taste. However, with the addition of sugar and flavors, chocolate became popular in Europe during the 17th century.

During World War II, chocolate was a necessary food for soldiers and chocolate production forces tried to maintain their production capabilities despite the shortage of raw materials and labor force.

In the last 200 years, chocolate has become one of the most popular sweets in the world. Today, there are various types of chocolate, such as dark, milk, white, and even pink!

Chocolate benefits

Chocolate is one of the favorite sweets of most people. In addition to the pleasure it offers to our sense of taste, it also has several health benefits, such as:

• Improving mood and reducing stress: Chocolate contains ingredients that improve mood and help in coping with stress.
• Protecting the heart: Some studies have shown that consuming chocolate may help reduce blood pressure and the risk of heart diseases.
• Improving brain function: Chocolate contains ingredients that help improve brain function and memory.
• Providing energy: Chocolate contains caffeine and other ingredients that can help increase energy and endurance.
• Improving skin quality: Chocolate contains antioxidants that help protect the skin from free radical damage and improve its texture