The public has been encouraged to increase their daily consumption of cocoa related products to help boost their immune system in the fight against coronavirus(Covid-19)
Dr. Edward Ampofo of Cocoa Clinic made the call yesterday, saying in times like this, it is important to consume Cocoa on a daily basis as an immune booster.
According to him, cocoa does not only help to boost the immune system but equally helps to protect the human body against infection.
He explained that the immune functions of cocoa are mainly related to what he called its polyphenol content and methylxanthine-theobromine.
“The immune system protects the body against germs and foreign materials, “he explained, adding, it is made up of two components- innate and adaptive. The innate immune response is inborn or natural.â€
Dr. Ampofo stated that “It quickly marshals agents of the immune system to deal with any invading foreign material (e.g. germ/pathogen). The immune system is so sensitive and forever scanning the environment for any such foreign materialâ€
At the same time, he added that the immune system is able to distinguish itself from foreign material and thereby avoid self-tissues.
Source: Dailyguidenetwork.com