Posted on 05/21/2026 6:20:14 AM PDT by Red Badger
The flavanols (a type of polyphenol) in this type of cacao are shown in studies to improve heart health, lower blood pressure, boost blood flow throughout the body, improve blood sugar, and even improve your gut health by diversifying your microbiome. (Earth Echo Foods )
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There’s an indigenous group of people called the Kuna in Panama that are a fascinating story in longevity as well as stellar cardiovascular health, and lack of metabolic diseases like diabetes, etc.
The Kuna people drink an average of 5 cups of a type of cocoa every day, and they have 9x lower rates of cardiovascular problems than the rest of the world.
High blood pressure is also almost non-existent in these people, yet they actually consume a good amount of salt.
And cancer rates are an astonishing 15x lower than the rest of the world. And they don’t eat many leafy green vegetables either, like most Americans try to stuff down.
They also consume a fair amount of sugar, yet their arteries are clean as a whistle, and blood sugar and blood pressure are normal and healthy.
But researchers found that it’s NOT their genetics, because members who moved to cities and started eating modern processed foods suffered all the same health problems as most of the world (diabetes, obesity, heart disease, etc).
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You make this kind of cocoa yourself? What kind of cocoa do you use. Got a recipe to share?
Google ai will tell you how to make your own for 20 cents a serving. “Navitas organic powder alternative recipe to Cocoa Bliss”
See above
I wonder about their intake of cadmium and lead which frequently contaminate cocoa.
I wonder if the dyes in their colorful clothing was studied? Maybe it has nothing to do with the chocolate.
Thx
Awesome. Now we can intermingled with them and create new health concerns. 😠
On my way to See’s this afternoon - for my health, of course!
I don’t know; I think it’s probably difficult to find and purchase ‘ceremonial grade’ cacao:
https://www.rooted-nutrition.com/post/ceremonial-cacao-a-complete-guide-from-bean-to-bliss
So, what’s their life expectancy? 100?
What is their predominate blood type?
Red..............
I remember seeing the island of San Blas on the nautical chart as we approached the canal. My picture of it was a sandy island with lots of wind where a rusty piece of steel is brightened just by sitting on the beach.
From AI... Life expectancy of 115 to 120 yrs!
“Life Expectancy of the Kuna People
The Kuna people, also known as the Guna, are renowned for their exceptional longevity. Their average lifespan is reported to be significantly higher than that of many other populations.
Average Lifespan
Estimated Average: The Kuna people have an average lifespan well over 100 years.
Specific Estimates: Some sources suggest that their average lifespan ranges from 115 to 120 years.
Factors Contributing to Longevity
Several factors contribute to the remarkable life expectancy of the Kuna:
Diet: Their diet is rich in fresh, unprocessed foods, including a high consumption of cacao, which is believed to have health benefits.
Lifestyle: The Kuna maintain a traditional lifestyle that contrasts with the high-stress environments of modern industrialized societies.
Community and Culture: The social structure and cultural practices of the Kuna, including strong family ties and community support, may also play a role in their longevity.
The Kuna people’s health and longevity provide valuable insights into the benefits of a traditional lifestyle and diet.”
Looks like paradise!...................
God said you get 120 and that’s it!...............
Bet ya’ Cacao is just about all they eat. Pure infomercial content. Did the study take into account biological sex of the study groups, age, other foods , physical activity?....really poor study as presented.
OR 1/4 teaspoon of real cocoa powder per day.
NO, not Nestle Quick!
Aside from the random hurricane ripping your hut to shreds, I could live there! :)
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