This began my quest for the answers. Below are the Native American Indian names that I have found with their meanings. When I know which tribe, the name comes from, I have indicated it. If the tribe is not listed, I do not know it, you don't have to email asking. I have yet to find, the pronunciations of the names, so again do not ask.
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It's what's inside that counts. Youâve probably heard that there are health benefits associated with dark chocolate. Unfortunately, itâs not that simple. Chocolate is good, but cocoa flavanols are good for you. Cocoa flavanols are the beneficial phytonutrients (also known as plant-based nutrients) found naturally in cocoa, and no other food on Earth can match cocoaâs unique blend of flavanols. Thatâs why experts refer to the cocoa bean as natureâs most surprising âsuperfruit.â.