Pharmacognostic Studies on Theobroma cacao

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Theobroma cacoa, Physiocchemical, TLC, Histological, Microbial limits

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Haleshi C.
Assistant Professor, Dept. of Botany, Davangere University, Davangere
Sringeswara A. N.
Curator, Mahatma Gandhi Botanical Garden, University of Agricultural Sciences, GKVK Campus, Bangalore – 560 065
Vijay Danapur
3CEO, VrikshaVijnan Private Limited, #520, 10th Main, 3rd Cross, BHCS Layout, Chikkallasandra, Bangalore-560061

Abstract

Raw cocoa has the highest antioxidant value of all the natural foods in the world. Fresh cocoa beans are super-rich in the type of bioflavonoid called flavanols, which are strong antioxidants that help maintain healthy blood flow and blood pressure. Cornell University food scientists discovered that cocoa powder has nearly twice the antioxidants of red wine, and up to three times the antioxidants found in green tea. Cocoa also appears to have anti-aging and anti-inflammatory properties. Considering all the health benefits it can be used as a dietary factor in daily life. In light of these scientific evidences, it can be considered as a potential candidate for further study on management of prostate cancer. Hence this detailed Pharmacognosy study of the plant has been performed.

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Haleshi C., Sringeswara A. N., & Vijay Danapur. (2022). Pharmacognostic Studies on Theobroma cacao. International Journal of Pharmaceutical and Bio Medical Science, 2(06), 127–130. Retrieved from https://ijpbms.com/index.php/ijpbms/article/view/90
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