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Cochrane review: systolic -2.8 mmHg. Modest but consistent. COSMOS trial dose (500 mg/day) showed cardiovascular mortality benefit as secondary endpoint.

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Conclusión

            
            
Cochrane review: systolic -2.8 mmHg. Modest but consistent. COSMOS trial dose (500 mg/day) showed cardiovascular mortality benefit as secondary endpoint.

            
            
        

    











    
    

        
        

            

  
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20

        
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Dosage & Usage





            
mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units


            
            

                
Dosificaciones de uso común

                

                    
                    

                        
general:

                        
200-900 mg/day cocoa flavanols

                    

                    
                    

                        
darkchocolate:

                        
30-40g/day (70%+ cacao)

                    

                    
                    

                        
cosmostrialdose:

                        
500 mg/day

                    

                    
                

                
                

                    Límite superior: Not formally established; 2,000 mg/day used in some trials
                

                
            

            

            

            
            

                Mejor momento para tomar: With or without food; daily consumption for sustained vascular benefit
            

            
        

        

        
        
        

            

  
Safety & Side Effects





            

                
                

                    
Efectos secundarios reportados

                    
    
                        
                        
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                            Mild gastrointestinal discomfort
                        
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                            Caffeine-related effects (insomnia, nervousness — from cocoa/chocolate sources)
                        
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                            Headache (rare)
                        
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                            Weight gain (if consuming as chocolate rather than extract)
                        
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Interacciones conocidas

                    
    
                        
                        
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                            Anticoagulants (mild antiplatelet effect at high doses)
                        
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                            MAO inhibitors (cocoa contains tyramine)
                        
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                            Adenosine (caffeine in cocoa may antagonize)
                        
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                            Blood pressure medications (additive hypotensive effect)
                        
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                        Ingesta máxima tolerable: Not formally established; 2,000 mg/day used in some trials
                    

                

                
            

            

                Consulte siempre a su profesional de salud antes de comenzar cualquier suplemento.Siempre consulte a su profesional de salud antes de comenzar cualquier suplemento.
            

        

        

        
        
        

            

  
Frequently Asked Questions





            




    
    

        
            Does Cocoa Flavanols help with High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)?
            
        
        

            Based on 20 studies with 1,000 participants, there is limited but promising evidence that Cocoa Flavanols may support High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) management. Our evidence grade is C (Some Evidence).
        

    

    
    

        
            How much Cocoa Flavanols should I take for High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)?
            
        
        

            Studies have used various dosages. A commonly studied range is 200-900 mg/day cocoa flavanols. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.
        

    

    
    

        
            Are there side effects of Cocoa Flavanols?
            
        
        

            Reported side effects may include Mild gastrointestinal discomfort, Caffeine-related effects (insomnia, nervousness — from cocoa/chocolate sources), Headache (rare), Weight gain (if consuming as chocolate rather than extract). Most side effects are mild and dose-dependent. Consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions.
        

    

    
    

        
            How strong is the evidence for Cocoa Flavanols and High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)?
            
        
        

            We rate the evidence as Grade C (Some Evidence). This rating is based on 20 peer-reviewed studies with 1,000 total participants. The overall direction of effect is positive.
        

    

    




        

        

        
        
        

            

  
Related Evidence





            

                
                
                

                
                

                    
Cocoa Flavanols para otras condiciones

                    

                        
                        
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