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CocoaGanic® (Organic Cocoa Flavanols)

Theobroma cacao
Evidence Level
Moderate
1 Clinical Trial
3 Documented Benefits
3/5 Evidence Score

CocoaGanic® is an organic cocoa (Theobroma cacao) extract concentrated for flavanols, the antioxidant compounds in cocoa linked to heart and brain health. Cocoa flavanols are studied for supporting healthy blood flow, blood pressure, and cognition.

Studied Dose Commonly providing a few hundred milligrams of cocoa flavanols per day.
Active Compound Organic cocoa extract concentrated for flavanols (epicatechin and procyanidins).

Benefits

Cardiovascular support

Cocoa flavanols support healthy blood flow and blood pressure, as confirmed in a Cochrane review of cocoa.

Supported by Trial 1

Cognitive support

Cocoa flavanols are studied for supporting blood flow to the brain and cognitive performance.

Supported by Trial 1

Antioxidant defense

Cocoa polyphenols are potent antioxidants that help protect cells and blood vessels from oxidative stress.

Supported by Trial 1

Mechanism of action

1

Flavanol nitric-oxide support

Cocoa flavanols boost nitric-oxide signaling in blood vessels, supporting healthy blood flow and blood pressure.

2

Antioxidant action

Cocoa polyphenols scavenge free radicals and support the body's antioxidant defenses.

Clinical trials

1
Cocoa and Blood Pressure — Cochrane Review
PubMed

Cochrane systematic review of the effect of cocoa on blood pressure. (Ried et al. 2017, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews)

Adults across many trials.

Cocoa flavanols produced a small but significant reduction in blood pressure.

Side effects and drug interactions

Common Potential side effects

Generally well-tolerated.
Contains some caffeine and theobromine; can affect sleep if taken late.
Keep away from pets, as theobromine is toxic to dogs and cats.

Important Drug interactions

Stimulant medications — possible additive effects; use caution.
Blood pressure medication — possible mild additive effect.
Tell your doctor if pregnant or breastfeeding.

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Frequently asked questions about CocoaGanic® (Organic Cocoa Flavanols)

What is CocoaGanic?

CocoaGanic® is an organic cocoa (Theobroma cacao) extract concentrated for flavanols, the antioxidant compounds in cocoa linked to heart and brain health. Cocoa flavanols are studied for supporting healthy blood flow, blood pressure, and cognition.

What is CocoaGanic used for?

CocoaGanic is researched primarily for Cardiovascular, Cognitive, and Antioxidant. Cocoa flavanols support healthy blood flow and blood pressure, as confirmed in a Cochrane review of cocoa.

What is the recommended dosage of CocoaGanic?

The clinically studied dose is Commonly providing a few hundred milligrams of cocoa flavanols per day. Always follow the product label and check with a healthcare provider for personal advice.

Is CocoaGanic safe, and does it have side effects?

For most healthy adults, CocoaGanic is well tolerated at studied doses. Reported effects can include: Generally well-tolerated. Contains some caffeine and theobromine; can affect sleep if taken late. It may also interact with some medications. CocoaGanic is not right for everyone, so check with a healthcare provider first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a medical condition, or take prescription medication.

Does CocoaGanic interact with any medications?

Possible interactions include: Stimulant medications — possible additive effects; use caution. Blood pressure medication — possible mild additive effect. If you take prescription medication, check with a pharmacist or doctor before using it.

How strong is the scientific evidence for CocoaGanic?

NutraSmarts rates the evidence for CocoaGanic as Moderate (3 out of 5). It is backed by 1 clinical trial and 1 cited reference summarized on this page. A higher rating reflects more, larger, and better-designed human studies.

References(1 citations)

Evidence ratings on NutraSmarts are based on the totality of human clinical research, with emphasis on randomized controlled trials, meta-analyses, and systematic reviews. The references below directly support claims made throughout this page.

  1. Ried K, Fakler P, Stocks NP. Effect of cocoa on blood pressure. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2017;4(4):CD008893..PubMedUsed to support: Cochrane review supporting blood-pressure benefit of cocoa flavanols (the active in CocoaGanic).