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.
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😊
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 ❤️
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!
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.
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!
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
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
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.
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
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'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)
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 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 🔥. 😂
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
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.
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).
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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!
Bought 4 bars of lily's dark chocolate and hu mint dark chocolate bars after watching this video. Im so happy I can indulge my sweet tooth in a healthier way.
I just ate 2 bars of 100% trinitario chocolate from the home of some of the best chocolate in the world in Trinidad & Tobago and giving it to my heart warrior toddler. Thing is we grow and make this an had to really search to find 100% dark as they have so many low fat and up to 70% options. So happy turns out the 100% is cheaper than the rest of them and you get even more!
Every food has ups and downs. There is no food that's 100% healthy. Even water can have heavy metals and microplastic. I love chocolate. There may be some oxalates but the countless benefits outweigh the downsides.
@NostaIgia That's why it's important to share videos like this so that more people can be educated about what chocolate is good or not and the dangers of commercial chocolate.
Just a heads up - Choc Zero typically uses Soluble Corn Fiber, and the chocolate covered popcorn from Lillys also uses it. I personally enjoy the Lilly's peanut butter cups and their chocolate bars! The chocolate chips are good too!
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.
Cacao nibs are the best ,but be careful they might break your teeth . I grind them in my coffee grinder and add it to my coffee in the morning. Gives me energy and happiness 😊
@@treycaldwell4118 You want to invade us because of us not selling raw cocoa? Wow! We are producing our own chocolate you buy from us. We didn’t invaded you for not selling your product to us.
I like putting just cocoa nibs in plain yogurt as a granola replacement. Just a little stevia and Vanilla or a few berries and it makes for a good snack.
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.
Dr. Berg, I used to consume dark chocolate every day. However, I now limit myself to one small bar per week due to the recent finding (December 2022, Consumer Reports) that much of the dark chocolate for retail has potentially dangerous levels of lead and cadmium.
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
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.
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?
@@SG-df9er sorry just seeing this. It's a combination of organic cacao powder, maca, turmeric, ceylon cinnamon, ginger, Himalayan sea salt. All organic of course.
I get heart palpitations from chocolate, sometimes extreme ones. It sucks because i really love chocolate and was a bit addicted to it. I kept eating it even with the palpitations but then it got so bad that i had to stop because i feared i would get a heart attack. Its strange because it only became a problem in my 30's. In my younger years i could eat all the chocolate i want without any problems.
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.
Started eating the Lily's 93% chocolate bars to supplement any chocolate cravings (usually once or twice a month) a while back because it looked like it wasn't garbage like other bars. Glad to know that Lily's is actually a well known and liked brand. Thought it was a lesser-known off brand, lol. But I do really like those bars and that they definitely fulfil that craving while making me feel confident that I did myself a nutritional service, especially since I do have a concern that I don't get enough iron in my diet.
I've started with 85% some time ago and now am at 100% cacao. Of course it's not your typical chocolate. It's quite bitter and sticky but once you've cut out most of the refined sugars, your taste buds will adapt as well. It's an acquired taste, for sure, but I like it.
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..
Signed up to your course 🙌🏼 I think it’s so important for people to be educated about their immune system and what they can do to strengthen it. Enough of this fear 💪🏻 from the MSM our bodies are amazing God given miracles. Thank you Dr Berg, instead of browsing through things that are making me fearful I’m going to be absorbed in your course and excellent informative videos. God bless you 🙏🏻
@@TT67X nah, she won't mind. you have to exist to care. blasphemy is a victimless crime they say. in any case, it seems a bit petty to care what silly monkeys scrawl anyway, when you have created hundreds of billions of galaxies!
I am consuming every night as a dessert one avocado with cacao(table spoon )and cream….sleeping is going down the drain…thanks for letting me know that the reason is cacao in the evening 👍
Dr.Berg... Whole Lemons please... Organic (of course) but blended in water, I'm struggling with going on and off my keto train just because... Will that whole lemon, roughly skinned and blended with water break a fast?
Thank you, Dr Berg! Your advices are life saving! I went on keto now in a year ago! I lost 24 kilos and I do also fasting. I’m 41 but better shape than ever. I have a question. We’re having a baby! And we want to keep him/her away from the masses of carbs and bad stuff. So what do you recommend after the breastfeeding is over? What are first good ingridients for the baby’s digestion? Thank you for everything!
Oxalates are not just kidney stones - if you are poor at clearing them they can accumulate anywhere and cause all sorts of problems. If this happens they are problematic to deal with. Moderation is key!
I have started making hot chocolate, one cup a day, with 1/2 milk, 1/2 water, 1 TBSP honey, and about a tsp of cocoa. I don't measure, so these are estimates. I'm not a sugar eater, so use honey for coffee, too. I find that the one cup of hot chocolate a day (you can make it cold, too, just after it's made on the stove and cools down, put it in the refrigerator for later), satisfies my wanting anything sweet, and it really hits the spot for after dinner or before bed. It doesn't bother my sleep, but it might bother some others. If your child is eating too much candy, try the hot chocolate with honey and see if you can wean him off the candy/sweetened cereals.
