Part of dropping sugar out of the diet is reducing all sweetness of all foods, and over time you stop looking for anything sweet tasting. I started with 90% Lindt chocolate, which seemed bitter at first, but after a couple of weeks I tried a 100% Montezuma chocolate and that is a different animal. Now I have totally converted to 100% chocolate and like it. The 90% seems too sweet now.
Every night I make my special hot cacao drink for my hubby & I. * 1 cup almond milk & 1 cup coconut milk mixed =2 cups ☕️☕️ * 2 tablespoons of organic cacao powder * 1 tablespoon of coconut sugar * pinch of sea salt * 4500 mg of ashwaganda powder Medium heat 5 minutes on stove, blend well until smooth, pour in cup and grate fresh nutmeg on top. So far we haven’t had a problem going to sleep after. It seems to really mellow us out, especially my hubby since he’s got a very stressful job.
Right same here girl I’ve been treating myself to two small pieces of 85% cacao and even a 🍷at dinner before I start cleaning up if it makes u happy and is good for u why not😊
A friend of mine has started cacao (and chocolate) production in our house. Just got a big shipment of beans today. Looking forward to the progression. I’ve definitely noticed benefits on my adrenals. No urge to drink coffee when there’s cacao at hand.
@@ericcarve4476 it's not very expensive yet, nor difficult, but the guy is a bit of a MacGyver when it comes to technical things, so he has improvised in the early stages. He has founded his own company, so hopefully other people will buy bars and such from him!
The day I stopped worrying about my weight I honestly stoked gaining weight, even lost 15 lbs. I eat when I’m hungry and never use food as a substitute for hard feelings, you can do this I promise ❤️
Dr. Berg, I love it when you recommend a brand and don't send us out wandering the world and reading ingredients and then wondering if we got it right!!
THANK YOU so much, blessed Dr. Berg! You truly are a blessing and a gift to humanity. So much value in each video, and to the point. Concise, instructive, convincing, and practical. You do have an excellent gift of teaching, obviously refined through exercise. And your peaceful spirit brings such calmness and reassurance to those who listen to you. Thank you for being who you are! You are such an inspiration.
Suddenly there was a new study about healthy dark chocolate containing heavy metals. Can you speak on this topic? Hu's and some other organic healthier dark chocolates were my go to for a treat. All the dark chocolate bars are on sale in all the stores because of this new study. Do we need to avoid dark chocolate now or are there still a few brands that don't contain these heavy metals? You speak on so many topics, is this a topic that you can cover? I'm sure that there are others who would benefit from hearing what you have to say? Many thanks
Nativas has a minimal amount of this and it is also undutched. It’s a cheaper alternative to Bryan Johnson’s evo cacao powder, which is 30$ more than navitas
I started making homemade sugar free dark chocolate in little Dixie cups with Hershey's 100% Cacao, MCT oil and Truvia- throw in a few pistachios or macadamia nuts and chill in the fridge. 1.2 -1.6 ounces each. Pretty darned good!
Montezuma Absolute Black made in Sussex, England is my favorite using the chocolate nibs from the plant. No added sugars, very low carb, great for eating and baking. We get it from Trader Joe’s. Also, Trader Joe’s chocolate chips are organic, zero carbs are perfect for a quick snack or baking.
The antioxidants in dark chocolate have been shown to lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of clotting and increase blood circulation to the heart, thus lowering the risks of stroke, coronary heart disease and death from heart disease.👍
@Jack Neary cavities are mainly caused by sugars and acid. The higher the cacao %, the lower the sugar content although brands will slightly vary. I don't think dark chocolate is acidic or if so, a mild acidity. You'll notice with dark chocolate (especially 80% or above) it gets bitter. I love 90% dark chocolate as I'm on keto and tastes so much better as in cut sugar out. You also eat a lot less when it's dark. Long story short. I highly doubt dark chocolate contributes to cavities but oral hygiene is still very important but it won't rot your teeth like milk chocolate.
I started with 92% cocao a couple of months ago. Also learned a way to tolerate ACV. In both instances, along with exercise, looking to help my cholesterol levels
It's my understanding that to block oxalates from being absorbed, you can eat calcium containing foods along with the cacao. I eat some cheese or whole milk yogurt (without sugar).
Hi. I think you have missed on mentioning one of the most important points beside choosing a no/ low sugar Dark chocolate which is to avoid dark chocolate processed with alkali( Dutching) and any chocolate with added Soy. Brands like Alter Eco, Pascha, green and black’s, Zazubean are excellent choices especially +!% 85
Amazing info. This is good to hear. I consume cacao power regularly mixed with nuts, seeds and melted coconut oil with a touch of erythritol then let it harden in the freezer for 20 mins for a tasty nutritious chocky tasting treat. I now know a concise list of benefits of cacao thanks to you Eric! You’ve helped me lose 5 stone (70lbs) I tell lots of my friends about you. Would love to see you hold a seminar in the UK
Everything hes saying is true. My blood pressure went down from a daily reading of 230 to 108/70 of course with other life changing improvement like daily exercise and healthy eating. . Ive notice that my scars have disappeared skin texture is soft and smooth and even my eyes clearer and can see better. I eat 100% everyday
Actually, I feel much better not having chocolate at all.. I miss it less too, if I don't eat it at all... addiction goes away 😊 Greetings from Italy 💖🍀🌷🕊️💕
@@mcan-piano4718 Absolutely... it's not just with chocolate, for me it occurs with any other "addictive type food"... if I were to consume only a small portion, for example of cake at someone's birthday party, automatically I would start craving more and more... and this includes all carbs, junk foods, processed food-like substances 😊 But.... also fruits, my favorite treats, like apples... I'll have to force myself to eat just one or two instead of 10 ! 😉 But yeah, a single biteful of something addictive, switches on the "binge mode" and it's big trouble after that 🍀💕🕊️🌿🌷
@@HoneyBeeMeli Yess I fully agreee. Helathy and addictive things turn out to be unhealthhy when number increase. When I eat cakes I always regret and feel bad so I started to run when ı see them. I try to be away from addictive ones because they are hard to eat only 1 (( so I prefer real meals to be fully satisfied and get up from table with no regrets :D
Every morning and afternoon I also drink a cup of hot water with a teaspoon full of cocoa. I also add ground almond milk to the cup! It's amazing. I also eat a Mediterranean diet and often eat garlic, onions, etc.
I'm glad I watched this video to the end. I have a kidney stone and had no idea that dark chocolate contains oxalates and that if you're at risk for kidney stones,it's not recommended to be eaten. And I've been eating it on an almost daily basis not realizing what it contained and what that can lead to. Noone ever tells you this stuff. There should be a warning label on the candy wrappers,"Warning:Contains Oxalates.People at risk for kidney stones should not consume" Just like the warning they put on soda labels warning Phenylketonurics that the soda contains phenylalanine. (An amino acid)
Dr. Berg--your videos are SO timely. Here it is Halloween, and I buy my kids just a little dark, organic over 85% cacao chocolate. And other stuff like Halloween themed PJ's and boots, stickers, etc. We don't do crap candy. My kids used to get sick every Halloween--no more.
I used to take one square of dark chocolate and suck on before having my cup of coffee but that was mainly for the coffee to taste even better rather than being healthy. I might pick that up one day again. I only drink one cup every other day since Im pretty sensitive to caffeine.
I just want to say that all the pictures and illustrations you use in your videos are always so on point and exquisite lol first picture of the dark chocolate in like these wooden spoon is 🔥. 😂
the other day I bought a lindt 99 percent dark chocolate. I thought I would take just a bite and then leave it and forget about it all together. and this bite was quite bitter. But something about this chocolate made me come back for more.. I finally finished the whole bar in about 3 days. I also liked combining it with grapes. And now I crave this chocolate, I'm going to buy more tomorrow.. what is going on?? what is in this dark chocolate that got me so hooked?
@@goldfish1091 I have diabetes so I have learned to love this bitter chocolate instead of candy or sweetened chocolate. if something is over 15 total grams of carbohydrates per serving I don't eat it. There are exceptions, like cereal in the morning or a cheat meal once a week.
Probably not a good idea. Too many calories from fat. Check your daily total then see how much is in your avocado. Too much of any nutrient leads to weight gain
Great brand recommendations! I really like Lily's! Women often experience chocolate cravings prior to their periods - maybe due to increased need for nutrients like magnesium, as cocoa is rich in magnesium, and Lily's would be a great option. It's too bad that most women try to fight against these cravings vs. listening to the body!
Im happy to obey this one! I've been on a low carb diet for a good few weeks now and I feel its doing me good but I'm still dreaming of bagels and biscuits...I'll be having a dark chocolate protein shake later though
Dr. Berg, do you have any information on what causes Sun Bumps on my arms when exposed to the Sun. The bumps are itchy too! As great as I eat per your informative videos' over the last couple of years, I am stumped as to why I get these Sun Bumps per say! I put a dash of Cacao in my Omelette every morning along with 40 other spices. Sounds nuts; however, I figure a dash of every spice I can find that is organic can only make me feel wonderful. It is amazing Dr. Berg thinking about all the videos you have, that just continue to teach us what we should have been taught from pre-school. I just love shopping for the good foods and reading labels. I put many things back on the shelf after seeing what they put in the product that is not made for our precious bodies! What I have seen over the last ten years is people just blowing up like balloons. I see this and my heart breaks for them, as they are lacking knowledge on food intake. Much love to you and your family! Love 4Truth!
Hi Dr. Berg … A great headline. 💐 I was drawn to chocolate right away. At 2:26 … “sugar is like sandpaper to the arteries”? What does this mean, good or bad? I think of sandpaper as something that cleans by abrasion. We certainly know the downside of sugar, otherwise. Lately, because of your videos, I’ve been turning down liquor offers more than ever because of the sugar content. ☕️AA couldn’t “cure” me but being in tune with health consciousness has done wonders. Feeling better and far more flexible at 75 than I ever was in my 60’s. About 6,000 steps a day for a start.
Thank you Dr. Berg. I love dark chocolate. I eat unsweetened with just a little semisweet chocolate melted down mixed together and put it in the refrigerator. I'm going to try it with stevia.
Went 99% eventually and I gotta say, my diet has completely transformed ever since. I can taste actual sugar and oil in good now and get headaches if I consume too much of either which is actually a good thing so I am quite content.
Thank you so much Dr Berg. I love your videos n have learnt a lot from them. One question to ease my mind on cocoa powder, does the cadmium content pose any possible risks? I came just came to read/know about this. Appreciate your feedback. TQVM.
Ladies in the room, I just want to say raw organic 100% cacao is amazing for period/menstrual cramps too, a real pain reliever. I sometimes make a cacao milkshake on my time of the month, I put 1 tablespoon in a glass of milk then whiz it up..
Most dark chocolate has cadmium or lead in it. Lot of evidence on this. Kinda disappointed that Dr B didn't mention this. I love chocolate but there is no safe amount of lead exposure. Especially avoid cacao powder.
Dr. Berg, you need to get on these young people’s podcasts & help spread the word. You & Thomas Deleur helped me realize the benefits of fasting & keto
For real though hearing him put it that way made me dread sugar. Seriously, the sandpaper on the arteries figure of speech has been successful to send me into an existential crisis. I've been going low sugar for quite some time but still I never really gave up sugar completely. Now I guess I have to.
Dr. Berg, I love any kind of chocolate but now we are finding out there is a lot of heavy metals in them we didn’t even know we were consuming, even the healthy ones… I’ve had many health issues and I’m detoxing now and having to avoid chocolate all together due to this… even the safest chocolate list has them… can you help us understand this and what we can safely consume, maybe a heavy metal video, detoxing and effects, and benefits…of metal and detoxing.
Hi Dr. Berg - lead and cadmium in dark chocolate is now trending all over the internet and it is being suggested that we shouldn’t eat dark chocolate. Can you please give your advise on that? Thanks
Try this: Pour some heavy whipping cream over some chopped strawberries (if you're okay eating berries). Then add some of Trader Joes Organic Completely Cacao Chips (unsweetened) on top... the perfect dessert.
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When he talks about chocolate, he is talking about raw cacao. Not the Snickers Bar at the convenience store.
Omg noo I stocked up on o Henry snickers Twix and mars
Kidding
He said no surger not 90 percent surger
Not even raw cacao, just anything above 70% cocoa. I go with 90%
@@MMA-CLIPS2 why not cacao powder with 0 sugar?
Jon Lobov it’s more bitter than a scorned woman
It makes me more awake without anxiety. Anyone else feel that?
Part of dropping sugar out of the diet is reducing all sweetness of all foods, and over time you stop looking for anything sweet tasting. I started with 90% Lindt chocolate, which seemed bitter at first, but after a couple of weeks I tried a 100% Montezuma chocolate and that is a different animal. Now I have totally converted to 100% chocolate and like it. The 90% seems too sweet now.
I love montezumas chocolate !
I eat alter eco 100%. It's delicious and creamy, with a hint of salt. Would recommend. Definitely notice the cortisol reduction when I eat some.
0:16 👀
there is 99% Lindt, after eating milk chocolate all my life the taste of 99% is f'ing disgusting xD
@@vowlys you might like the Green & Blacks 70% cocoa dark chocolate, it tastes a bit like red wine.
Thank you for helping me and my family... you're an extraordinary soul.
,
I love dark chocolate. It makes my mood better.
Best thing for my mode is when my wife doesn't try to babysit me Lol
I need to hunt some down if I can find no surger brand
@@boracay12Buy NIBS DARK CHOCOLATE you can buy online
Every night I make my special hot cacao drink for my hubby & I.
* 1 cup almond milk & 1 cup coconut milk mixed =2 cups ☕️☕️
* 2 tablespoons of organic cacao powder
* 1 tablespoon of coconut sugar
* pinch of sea salt
* 4500 mg of ashwaganda powder
Medium heat 5 minutes on stove, blend well until smooth, pour in cup and grate fresh nutmeg on top.
So far we haven’t had a problem going to sleep after. It seems to really mellow us out, especially my hubby since he’s got a very stressful job.
This explains why Willy Wonka looked younger in the second movie.
is willy wonka chocolate organic and gluten/sugar free?
Hahahahahahahahahauahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha!!!😆😆😆😆😆😆
LOL! Willy Wonka looked young because he lived such an excellent life!
Haha Quality!!!
😂🍫😂
Fantastic! I have a piece of chocolate a day 95% chocolate. Do keto and needed something with LOW to no sugar.
Thank you!!
İ m having almost daily a small amount of 85 % chocolate so İ can stay sane and enjoy life as well
Right same here girl I’ve been treating myself to two small pieces of 85% cacao and even a 🍷at dinner before I start cleaning up if it makes u happy and is good for u why not😊
@@carmenjimenez4459 Same, right! We should still be able to enjoy ourselves and indulge a bit here and there! We are human after all 😘😉
Where do you order from?
Using the 95% chocolate I grate it into almond milk, add stevia and make a hot chocolate drink 😋
@solomani İ must try that too!
A friend of mine has started cacao (and chocolate) production in our house. Just got a big shipment of beans today. Looking forward to the progression. I’ve definitely noticed benefits on my adrenals. No urge to drink coffee when there’s cacao at hand.
Is it expensive or difficult to do yourself? Isn’t it more expensive than just buying a quality made bar?
@@ericcarve4476 it's not very expensive yet, nor difficult, but the guy is a bit of a MacGyver when it comes to technical things, so he has improvised in the early stages. He has founded his own company, so hopefully other people will buy bars and such from him!
Exactly . Where do you live , or where is this chocolate sold ?
@@lavieenrose1852 I live in Norway, it’s not available to buy yet but will probably be sold here as well as perhaps online eventually.
Clicked so fast seeing the title lol. As a chocolate lover, All I needed is Dr berg's stamp of apporval.
I love chocolate. She is a long time mistress.
It's only dark chocolate tho
@@marvinscottjr.4310 You need to marry her now.
The chocolate he is talking about is not yummy. No. More like medicinal. You can eat 1/3 of a bar with almond butter to get your magnesium.
@@helenpauline7 Dark is the chocolatiest best! 😋
I love Dark Chocolate, but I can't eat just one square. Been doing Keto since January, down 30lbs, 15 more to go.
Way to go!
30lbs in 3½ months, huge well done, you must be so pleased.
Why ? People on keto diet aren't allowed to eat dark chocolate ?
Congratulations on your 30 pound weight loss. Just start a keto this week keeping my fingers crossed for that kind of success
The day I stopped worrying about my weight I honestly stoked gaining weight, even lost 15 lbs. I eat when I’m hungry and never use food as a substitute for hard feelings, you can do this I promise ❤️
Dr. Berg, I love it when you recommend a brand and don't send us out wandering the world and reading ingredients and then wondering if we got it right!!
HU brand 🙌🏽
1:02
These brands are expensive
Okay, now you are officially my
favourite Doctor EVER!!!!!!!!!🍫🍫🍫🍫🍫🍫🍫🍫🍫🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
THANK YOU so much, blessed Dr. Berg! You truly are a blessing and a gift to humanity. So much value in each video, and to the point. Concise, instructive, convincing, and practical. You do have an excellent gift of teaching, obviously refined through exercise. And your peaceful spirit brings such calmness and reassurance to those who listen to you. Thank you for being who you are! You are such an inspiration.
What about the high levels of lead and cadmium in dark chocolate? Which brands would have the lowest amounts?
Dr, You are always my best lecturer and online Dr. I am going to start eating Dark chocolate.
What about lead and cadmium in dark chocolate? Please make a vid on this.
This guy should get the Nobel Prize for Medicine!
100% agree
And then don’t bother handing it out to anyone else afterwards !!
Agree
Definitely agree 💯 The New World Order implementations will definitely not allow our Dr the prize 😓
Hozni Mubarak!
Love this! I have 25g of dark choc a day, 70% cocoa most of the time. I also exercise everyday 😊
Why not get cacao?
Great job, well done!!
Dark chocolate sales just went up 100%.
God Bless you Dr Berg.
☦️🙏🏼
doubt it, this is nothing new
Hopefully not the sales for the common 50% pure sugar ones.
@@lort6022 he's right sales will have gone up wholesale, they get paid by these companies to write good reviews about their products.
I think I’ll try this for my depression rather than Prozac.......❤️
Magic mushrooms might help aswell
When I started taking vitamin D3, it helped considerably with my depression. I threw the Prozac in the trash
Sam-E also works well for depression without side effects
Suddenly there was a new study about healthy dark chocolate containing heavy metals. Can you speak on this topic? Hu's and some other organic healthier dark chocolates were my go to for a treat. All the dark chocolate bars are on sale in all the stores because of this new study. Do we need to avoid dark chocolate now or are there still a few brands that don't contain these heavy metals? You speak on so many topics, is this a topic that you can cover? I'm sure that there are others who would benefit from hearing what you have to say? Many thanks
Nativas has a minimal amount of this and it is also undutched. It’s a cheaper alternative to Bryan Johnson’s evo cacao powder, which is 30$ more than navitas
I second this request
chose organic cacao
The internet is bugging out saying that dark chocolate has heavy metals. I bought taza 95% dark chocolate bars. Should I not eat half of one each day?
Chocolate is great just watch out for the added sugar, oxalates and cadmium
What about brands of dark chocolate that have high levels of cadmium and lead? Can these brands cause damage to organs?
I started making homemade sugar free dark chocolate in little Dixie cups with Hershey's 100% Cacao, MCT oil and Truvia- throw in a few pistachios or macadamia nuts and chill in the fridge. 1.2 -1.6 ounces each. Pretty darned good!
Dr Berg. Can you please do another video for Matcha tea benefits for losing weight?
Montezuma Absolute Black made in Sussex, England is my favorite using the chocolate nibs from the plant. No added sugars, very low carb, great for eating and baking. We get it from Trader Joe’s. Also, Trader Joe’s chocolate chips are organic, zero carbs are perfect for a quick snack or baking.
Montezumas is amazing!
A Trader Joe's is coming to my town, excited about that☺
Interesting as I’m in the UK. Is this bitter though? I love chocolate but have yet to find a dark chocolate that isn’t bitter!
@@laurastrobel718 Hi Laura, there a lot of good Keto products and ingredients. Fresh flowers are amazing
@@dianebonneau2350 Awesome☺, Heard the prices are tolerable too 👍
Does adding milk to a cacao drink destroy some of the antioxidants?
I don't currently know that, however adding milk ruins the taste of cocoa and dark chocolate.
@@urosrakic6900 Just personal preference I suppose. I love it both ways. I love milk and cream though, so maybe that explains it.
The antioxidants in dark chocolate have been shown to lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of clotting and increase blood circulation to the heart, thus lowering the risks of stroke, coronary heart disease and death from heart disease.👍
@Jack Neary cavities are mainly caused by sugars and acid. The higher the cacao %, the lower the sugar content although brands will slightly vary. I don't think dark chocolate is acidic or if so, a mild acidity.
You'll notice with dark chocolate (especially 80% or above) it gets bitter. I love 90% dark chocolate as I'm on keto and tastes so much better as in cut sugar out. You also eat a lot less when it's dark.
Long story short. I highly doubt dark chocolate contributes to cavities but oral hygiene is still very important but it won't rot your teeth like milk chocolate.
I started with 92% cocao a couple of months ago. Also learned a way to tolerate ACV. In both instances, along with exercise, looking to help my cholesterol levels
It's my understanding that to block oxalates from being absorbed, you can eat calcium containing foods along with the cacao.
I eat some cheese or whole milk yogurt (without sugar).
Doctor, teacher and friend 🤝
Its ok to eat 10 grams of caco bins with like 1.5 grams green tea?
Hi. I think you have missed on mentioning one of the most important points beside choosing a no/ low sugar Dark chocolate which is to avoid dark chocolate processed with alkali( Dutching) and any chocolate with added Soy. Brands like Alter Eco, Pascha, green and black’s, Zazubean are excellent choices especially +!% 85
What about Evolved chocolate?
What about the heavy metals? They are also high in oxalates which can contribute to the formation of kidney stones.
Amazing info. This is good to hear. I consume cacao power regularly mixed with nuts, seeds and melted coconut oil with a touch of erythritol then let it harden in the freezer for 20 mins for a tasty nutritious chocky tasting treat. I now know a concise list of benefits of cacao thanks to you Eric! You’ve helped me lose 5 stone (70lbs) I tell lots of my friends about you. Would love to see you hold a seminar in the UK
Sounds amazing! Thanks
I get the 85% cacao. Any recommendations?
Everything hes saying is true. My blood pressure went down from a daily reading of 230 to 108/70 of course with other life changing improvement like daily exercise and healthy eating. . Ive notice that my scars have disappeared skin texture is soft and smooth and even my eyes clearer and can see better. I eat 100% everyday
What about lead and cadmium - heavy metals in dark chocolate?
Finally a video where you endorse the consumption of chocolate.
Without sugar most chocolate have loads of sugar
@@lornalewis7262 i have a piece of 85% chocolate. 15% sugar isn't a problem if you eat 12.5 grams of chocolate.
I think he is only recommending dark chocolate only 😊
It's not the first one 😉
@@oysteinsoreide4323 no matter how many grams, the % sugar is still the same, the doc is referring to non sugary dark chocolate
Actually,
I feel much better not having chocolate at all..
I miss it less too,
if I don't eat it at all...
addiction goes away 😊
Greetings from Italy
💖🍀🌷🕊️💕
Exactly I don't feel like I want to eat the entire bar until I eat a piece of it
@@astronomylover3266
Yep.. the same happens to me 😊
Sameee.... I agree. Its a trap and I also feel less stressed and my heart is relaxer when ı dont eat.
@@mcan-piano4718
Absolutely...
it's not just with chocolate, for me it occurs with any other "addictive type food"...
if I were to consume only a small portion, for example of cake at someone's birthday party, automatically I would start craving more and more...
and this includes all carbs, junk foods, processed food-like substances 😊
But....
also fruits, my favorite treats, like apples...
I'll have to force myself to eat just one or two instead of 10 ! 😉
But yeah,
a single biteful of something addictive,
switches on the
"binge mode" and it's big trouble after that
🍀💕🕊️🌿🌷
@@HoneyBeeMeli Yess I fully agreee. Helathy and addictive things turn out to be unhealthhy when number increase. When I eat cakes I always regret and feel bad so I started to run when ı see them. I try to be away from addictive ones because they are hard to eat only 1 (( so I prefer real meals to be fully satisfied and get up from table with no regrets :D
I've started eating 100% chocolate. Amazing. Sometimes with a bit of home made peanut butter
Isnt the very high saturated fat in it still very bad for you?
Mind answering what brand chocolate you consume?thanks
Chocolate is proof that God loves us! You're *awesome* Dr. berg...thanks for all you do! XOX
What a stupid comment.
Every morning and afternoon I also drink a cup of hot water with a teaspoon full of cocoa. I also add ground almond milk to the cup! It's amazing. I also eat a Mediterranean diet and often eat garlic, onions, etc.
Cocoa plus almond milk is too much oxalates. Use normal milk instead
Watch out for oxalates in the cocoa and almond milk…!
Your thoughts on brewed cocoa?
I'm glad I watched this video to the end.
I have a kidney stone and had no idea that dark chocolate contains oxalates and that if you're at risk for kidney stones,it's not recommended to be eaten.
And I've been eating it on an almost daily basis not realizing what it contained and what that can lead to.
Noone ever tells you this stuff.
There should be a warning label on the candy wrappers,"Warning:Contains Oxalates.People at risk for kidney stones should not consume"
Just like the warning they put on soda labels warning Phenylketonurics that the soda contains phenylalanine. (An amino acid)
Dr. Berg--your videos are SO timely. Here it is Halloween, and I buy my kids just a little dark, organic over 85% cacao chocolate. And other stuff like Halloween themed PJ's and boots, stickers, etc. We don't do crap candy. My kids used to get sick every Halloween--no more.
Very glad you are sharing this, it can be very helpful to other families as well. Keep up the good work!
Thank you so much Dr.Berg. Amazing information from you as usual. I'm buying only organic 85%.
What about the cadmium and lead?
I used to take one square of dark chocolate and suck on before having my cup of coffee but that was mainly for the coffee to taste even better rather than being healthy. I might pick that up one day again. I only drink one cup every other day since Im pretty sensitive to caffeine.
Evolved Dark chocolate and Pascha dark chocolate are the go to brands🍫
Love dark chocolate with a glass of coconut milk as a dessert... But always make sure to check the labels, because soy is put in sometimes😒
And?
@@GokuPlaysUK Excessive estrogen, not good especially for someone who has a tumor that feeds off of it
Thank you Dr.Berg. I needed your approval. Now I can enjoy my chocolate 🍫
I just want to say that all the pictures and illustrations you use in your videos are always so on point and exquisite lol first picture of the dark chocolate in like these wooden spoon is 🔥. 😂
the other day I bought a lindt 99 percent dark chocolate. I thought I would take just a bite and then leave it and forget about it all together. and this bite was quite bitter. But something about this chocolate made me come back for more.. I finally finished the whole bar in about 3 days. I also liked combining it with grapes. And now I crave this chocolate, I'm going to buy more tomorrow.. what is going on?? what is in this dark chocolate that got me so hooked?
Same! :)
Delicious advice.
dear dr. Berg, i consume 90% dark from Lindt, it's not organic though.
I have my cacao powder twice a day, I make my own chocolate, very yummy
Dr. Berg how much do you recommend to consume on a daily basis? We need to know the amount
I’ve knocked out panic attacks and anxiety with dark chocolate! #8
Lucky for you. cuz It didnt work on me, it made me more anxious and my body got more active.
@@mcan-piano4718 maybe because of the caffeine, I may be ignorant saying this but I think chocolate has some natural caffeine
@@KSSBG you’re right.
@@mcan-piano4718 you might be sensitive to the caffeine in it.
Your my favourite Dr.... Your confirming why I must always eat what I love.
I've been a fan of this living style and the resaults are positive in all areas.
Try the Pascha 100% CaCao no sugar added, also fruit has sugar, in any form so as a diabetic I can't do it (fruit that is)
I eat an unsweetened 100%cacao chocolate bar cuz I have high blood pressure I can't mess with sugar it tastes bitter but it's good
@@goldfish1091 I have diabetes so I have learned to love this bitter chocolate instead of candy or sweetened chocolate. if something is over 15 total grams of carbohydrates per serving I don't eat it. There are exceptions, like cereal in the morning or a cheat meal once a week.
Keto chocolate blend advocado and add some cacao powder it become a thick rich mousse desert so good highly recommend 👍🏿 😊
Thank you for sharing, sounds yummy!
Probably not a good idea. Too many calories from fat. Check your daily total then see how much is in your avocado.
Too much of any nutrient leads to weight gain
@@Reider242love this as I’m underweight!!
Thanks for de video dr. If I have a liver inflammation does cacao can affect it more?. thanks again
I think you need to include cocoa powder in with dark chocolate as to benefits. Cocoa powder doesn't contain as much fat and has no sugar.
@@aWomanFreed If cocoa is GMO so is chocolate
Does the toxicity of the lead and cadmium negate the health benefits?
so much contamination
Great brand recommendations! I really like Lily's! Women often experience chocolate cravings prior to their periods - maybe due to increased need for nutrients like magnesium, as cocoa is rich in magnesium, and Lily's would be a great option. It's too bad that most women try to fight against these cravings vs. listening to the body!
What about lead and cadmium?
Im happy to obey this one!
I've been on a low carb diet for a good few weeks now and I feel its doing me good but I'm still dreaming of bagels and biscuits...I'll be having a dark chocolate protein shake later though
What is the point of being on a low carb diet if you are having protein shake?
Pure protein and a mix of botanicals with raw cocoa and unsweetened non-dairy milk. Very little carb and no nasties
Dr. Berg, do you have any information on what causes Sun Bumps on my arms when exposed to the Sun. The bumps are itchy too!
As great as I eat per your informative videos' over the last couple of years, I am stumped as to why I get these Sun Bumps per say!
I put a dash of Cacao in my Omelette every morning along with 40 other spices. Sounds nuts; however, I figure a dash of every spice I can find that is organic can only make me feel wonderful.
It is amazing Dr. Berg thinking about all the videos you have, that just continue to teach us what we should have been taught from pre-school.
I just love shopping for the good foods and reading labels. I put many things back on the shelf after seeing what they put in the product that is not made for our precious bodies!
What I have seen over the last ten years is people just blowing up like balloons. I see this and my heart breaks for them, as they are lacking knowledge on food intake.
Much love to you and your family!
Love 4Truth!
Awesome! I love Lily's sea salt caramel and almonds bars! I eat a serving size a few times a week!
I love cacao..we call it tableya..i drink it daily in the morning.helps me a lot with my IF.
WE LOVE YOU DOC🌺🌼🌻🌸 thanks for all your information
Recently, a report about lead and chromium contamination in dark chocolate and cacao. I'd like to hear your take on this.
Oh goodness. I thought I was being bad on keto for eating Lillys. Love it
Are the health benefits of dark chocolate and cocoa powder same or not ? Please answer
Very well deserved the great amount of subscribers you get every day ..amazing 👏👍
Hi Dr. Berg … A great headline. 💐 I was drawn to chocolate right away. At 2:26 … “sugar is like sandpaper to the arteries”? What does this mean, good or bad? I think of sandpaper as something that cleans by abrasion. We certainly know the downside of sugar, otherwise. Lately, because of your videos, I’ve been turning down liquor offers more than ever because of the sugar content. ☕️AA couldn’t “cure” me but being in tune with health consciousness has done wonders. Feeling better and far more flexible at 75 than I ever was in my 60’s. About 6,000 steps a day for a start.
I started consuming cacao a few months ago. They taste great plus all these benefits Dr Berg has shared with us!
Thank you Dr. Berg. I love dark chocolate. I eat unsweetened with just a little semisweet chocolate melted down mixed together and put it in the refrigerator. I'm going to try it with stevia.
Went 99% eventually and I gotta say, my diet has completely transformed ever since. I can taste actual sugar and oil in good now and get headaches if I consume too much of either which is actually a good thing so I am quite content.
Thank you so much Dr Berg. I love your videos n have learnt a lot from them. One question to ease my mind on cocoa powder, does the cadmium content pose any possible risks? I came just came to read/know about this. Appreciate your feedback. TQVM.
What about Nutella?
No.
@madraven07 only of you get >70% cacao versions of Nutella 😊
Ladies in the room, I just want to say raw organic 100% cacao is amazing for period/menstrual cramps too, a real pain reliever. I sometimes make a cacao milkshake on my time of the month, I put 1 tablespoon in a glass of milk then whiz it up..
Yes, yes, yes!!!!!! 🍫 I’m so addicted to 80% dark chocolate
I have a question Dr., What about cadmium that can be found in cacao? It's known to be very harmful for reproductive health and causing birth defects.
Hi! Dr. Berg doesn't have a video on this, but thanks for the suggestion for an upcoming video.
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Most dark chocolate has cadmium or lead in it. Lot of evidence on this. Kinda disappointed that Dr B didn't mention this. I love chocolate but there is no safe amount of lead exposure. Especially avoid cacao powder.
Dr. Berg, you need to get on these young people’s podcasts & help spread the word. You & Thomas Deleur helped me realize the benefits of fasting & keto
Hi Dr Berg, is this for raw cacao? What about Dutch cocoa? I appreciate your input. Love from South Africa.
“Sugar is the sand paper on the arteries”
I choked on my acv water
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@@margaretcordova3268 Apple Cider Vinegar regulates blood glucose ( Sugar ) levels.
For real though hearing him put it that way made me dread sugar. Seriously, the sandpaper on the arteries figure of speech has been successful to send me into an existential crisis. I've been going low sugar for quite some time but still I never really gave up sugar completely. Now I guess I have to.
Dr. Berg, I love any kind of chocolate but now we are finding out there is a lot of heavy metals in them we didn’t even know we were consuming, even the healthy ones… I’ve had many health issues and I’m detoxing now and having to avoid chocolate all together due to this… even the safest chocolate list has them… can you help us understand this and what we can safely consume, maybe a heavy metal video, detoxing and effects, and benefits…of metal and detoxing.
Exactly
Seriously, I saw an improvement in my skin after eating 85% cocoa chocolate in three days!
Hi Dr. Berg - lead and cadmium in dark chocolate is now trending all over the internet and it is being suggested that we shouldn’t eat dark chocolate. Can you please give your advise on that? Thanks
I love the Lily brand of dark chocolate. Glad you also eat it Dr. Berg!
Try this: Pour some heavy whipping cream over some chopped strawberries (if you're okay eating berries). Then add some of Trader Joes Organic Completely Cacao Chips (unsweetened) on top... the perfect dessert.
..., unknowingly i was doing a right thing .... makes me feel even better ...
Hi Dr, is there a relationship between consuming chocolate and iron absorption? Like in cafe...
Thank you Dr. Berg. As an young dentist, I admire your detailed explanation. Keep going forward.
I add cocoa to my morning coffee. An added plus...I find this eliminates any cravings for the sugared varieties.