A bogged-down liver could be to blame. Burning fat, filtering toxins and keeping blood sugar and cholesterol in healthy ...

When consumed regularly, cruciferous vegetables are linked with lower rates of many chronic diseases, including cancer and ...

Theobromine, a compound that differs from caffeine by an extra methyl group, showed a relatively slight increase in intensity with an increased roast level (Figure 2B). Moisture loss during roasting ...

But yerba mate drinkers are a different breed. Yerba mate tea is the pre-game drink of choice for many athletes, including soccer players Luis Suárez and Leo Messi and NBA player John Collins. Hugely ...

Methylxanthines, such as caffeine and theobromine are another group of bioactive compounds also found in cocoa beans. While caffeine has a stimulating effect on the brain, increasing the psychomotor ...

Abstract. The objective of this work was to evaluate the bioactive compounds and foliar anatomy of yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis) morphotypes.The antioxidant capacity, total phenolic compounds, ...

Several compounds in chocolate appear to contribute to its antidepressant effects, with theobromine—a primary compound in cacao—playing a particularly important role. theobromine.

Chocolate contains flavonoids, caffeine and theobromine - all of these are compounds that can increase blood flow to the brain, boost alertness and create new memories.

While caffeine is widely recognized for its stimulating effects, theobromine contributes to milder physiological effects. The content of these compounds in teas varies depending on tea type, ...

The half-life of the compound in humans is only a few hours. Unfortunately for our furry pals, the half-life of theobromine in dogs is about 18 hours, according to an article published on the ...