{"product_id":"αιθέριο-έλαιο-σοκολάτα-γάλακτος-φαρμακευτικής-καλλυντικής-χρήσης-εξαιρετικής-ποιότητας","title":"Milk Chocolate Essential Oil (Milk Chocolate), for pharmaceutical \u0026 cosmetic use","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics of Cocoa\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCocoa is the fatty seed of the cacao tree (Theobroma cacao), which is also known as the “food of the gods”. It belongs to the family of evergreen tropical trees and is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America.\u003cbr\u003eThe cacao tree is a fairly short tree and reaches only 4–7 meters in height. Although it can live up to 100 years, it produces commercially viable cocoa beans for about 25 years of its life.\u003cbr\u003eThe leaves of the cacao tree are large, glossy, leathery and dark green. The tree produces large ovoid fruits with a brown color. Their dimensions reach 37 centimeters in length and 15 centimeters in diameter. These fruits contain up to 45 cocoa beans, which are used to produce the well-known cocoa and chocolate.\u003cbr\u003eCocoa is thought to improve memory, concentration and overall brain function. It supports the proper functioning of the cardiovascular and immune systems. In addition, cocoa contains theobromine, which is the main substance with tonic and antidepressant properties that improve our psychological state.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory of cocoa\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe cacao tree was first cultivated by ancient civilizations of South America, such as the Maya and the Aztecs, around 5,000 years ago. In Central America it spread through trade 1,500 years later. People of that era used this precious fruit in many ways. More specifically, they prepared a drink from cocoa beans, which they also used in sacred ceremonies, a practice that dates back approximately 3,000 to 4,000 years. There were different preferences for the preparation of the drink among each people. Some preferred it cold, others hot, while the Aztecs added chili to the drink, a combination that remains popular to this day.\u003cbr\u003eThe cocoa beans were of great importance, as they also served as currency in those ancient times.\u003cbr\u003eAfter the arrival of Christopher Columbus in 1492, the seeds of the cacao tree\u003cbr\u003ewere transported to Spain, from where the slow spread of the fruit in Europe began. European aristocrats started adding sugar to cocoa and drinking it as a beverage.\u003cbr\u003eLater, in 1847, the first chocolate bar was created, while in Greece the first chocolate appeared in 1852.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCocoa seed analysis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCocoa is rich in B-complex vitamins, biotin, magnesium, calcium and zinc, copper and phosphorus. The composition of cocoa beans includes carbohydrates, about 7% starch, sugars such as sucrose, glucose, fructose, dietary fiber and pentosans. The kernels of cocoa beans contain about 2–5% dietary fiber and 1.5% pentosans.\u003cbr\u003eThe protein content of the kernel is 10.3–12.5% and in the shell 13.5%.\u003cbr\u003eIn addition, cocoa beans contain the essential amino acids alanine, asparagine, valine, glutamic acid, isoleucine, leucine, tyrosine and phenylalanine. The alkaloids found in cocoa beans include 1.5–1.7% theobromine and about 0.05% caffeine. Theobromine and caffeine, together with tannins, are responsible for the bitter taste of cocoa. Cocoa beans are rich in phenols such as epicatechin, catechin and leucoanthocyanins. The most important substances affecting the taste and aromatic properties of fermented and dried cocoa beans include: polyphenolic compounds, theobromine and caffeine, certain protein breakdown products, amino acids, organic acids such as acetic, propionic and butyric, d-linalool, ethyl alcohol, diacetyl, acetaldehyde and other substances. Finally, they consist mainly of two saturated fatty acids, palmitic and stearic acid, and one monounsaturated acid, oleic acid.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEssential oil with milk chocolate fragrance\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions for use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Prepare a tasty cheesecake, smoothie or marzipan, flavored with 1–2 drops of milk chocolate essential oil.\u003cbr\u003e- Add 2 drops of milk chocolate essential oil to your favorite body lotion.\u003cbr\u003e- For making moisturizing body soaps and scented room candles.\u003cbr\u003e- In a ceramic oil burner to give the room a sweet fragrance.\u003cbr\u003e- Blends well with coconut, vanilla, ginger and mastic essential oils.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUseful tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- The use of essential oils should be avoided during pregnancy, breastfeeding and by young children.\u003cbr\u003e- Avoid direct contact with skin, eyes and mouth.\u003cbr\u003e- Always use essential oils dissolved in a base oil or other catalyst.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Avgerinos Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"5ml with dropper","offer_id":47756901253460,"sku":"","price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10ml with a dropper","offer_id":47756901286228,"sku":"","price":10.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20ml with a dropper","offer_id":47756901318996,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"30ml with a dropper","offer_id":50498262663508,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"50ml with a dropper","offer_id":50498262696276,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/ivgerinospharmacy.com\/en\/products\/essential-oil-milk-chocolate-for-pharmaceutical-cosmetic-use-excellent-quality","provider":"Avgerinos Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}