In the group of valuable products of plant origin, cocoa bean oil ranks second (coconut oil ranks first). Cocoa butter helps maintain optimal cholesterol levels. Cocoa butter has antiviral, expectorant and antibacterial properties. It is used as a cough remedy for colds, sore throat, flu, pneumonia and asthma. The main components of cocoa butter are fatty acids: linoleic, stearic, oleic and palmitic. These acids are considered essential, without them many processes in the body are disturbed.

Stearic and linoleic acids are very important for the health of the skin. With a lack of these substances, the integrity of the skin is disturbed, reducing its elasticity, ability to regenerate and the processes of formation of new cells. Indispensable in cosmetology.