Was dark chocolate used as a medicine? A historical look at cacao's health properties
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Dating back over 4000 years, ancient Mesoamerican cultures like the Aztecs and Mayans used cacao in ceremonial rituals and as a remedy for a wide range of ailments. This raises the question: Was dark chocolate used as a medicine throughout history, and how did perceptions of its healing properties evolve over centuries?
