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  • The Health Benefits of Chocolate

Speaker: Katie Stage, ND. The beloved herb and food, Theobroma cacao, or chocolate, has many positive effects on health. This session discusses various preparations of chocolate and their specific benefits for cardiometabolic and respiratory conditions, in contrast to commonly prescribed pharmaceuticals for these conditions. We also explore sustainability and quality issues of chocolate in commerce. Samples provided.

Related product: The PowerPoint for this recording is available here: 2019 Southwest Conference on Botanical Medicine: Conference Book Download (PDF)

Continuing Education for Naturopathic Physicians: This recording has been approved for 1.0 general and .5 pharmacy CME credits by

  • California Naturopathic Doctor's Association (CNDA)
  • Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine (OBNM)
  • Arizona SCNM (Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine)

More information: CME for NDs: Southwest Conference 2019

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