Higher levels of theobromine, a compound found in dark chocolate, may slow biological aging. Theobromine may support longevity by reducing inflammation, protecting cells from damage, and supporting ...

Theobromine is a lesser-known compound found primarily in cacao beans, tea, and some plant foods. Most people first encounter it through chocolate and cocoa products. However, its effects on the human ...

“Chocolate Toothpaste? Extract of Tasty Treat Could Fight Tooth Decay.” That’s how Tulane University’s news office provocatively titled a press release it issued last week. Sound sweet? Unfortunately, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A new study finds a promising link between a compound found in cocoa and anti-aging properties. How sweet it is to beat the clock.

A surprising new drug combo—including a compound found in chocolate—has outperformed Tamiflu in fighting the flu, according to a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

A chemical found in dark chocolate could slow the rate of biological aging. Research from King's College London has found that the chemical theobromine, a common plant compound that comes from cocoa, ...

Most of the data around slowing down the aging process points to eating a nutritious diet and exercising regularly. But new research suggests that dark chocolate could have a positive effect, too. The ...

If you enjoy dark chocolate or coffee, or both, you may be benefiting from a substance found in these products that is linked to a reduction in cellular aging. A study published this month in the ...

Dark chocolate isn’t just an indulgent treat anymore. It may actually help slow down aging. According to a new study published in Aging, one of the main chemicals found in dark chocolate — theobromine ...

In honor of Valentine's Day, I am posting an updated version of an earlier, favorite piece about the chemistry of chocolate: The Latin name for the cacao tree - the tropical plant source of all things ...