11th of July – World Chocolate Day

Every year on July 11, sweet lovers celebrate World Chocolate Day. This delicious holiday was invented and first held by the French in 1995.

It is believed that the Aztecs were the first to learn how to make chocolate. They called it "food of the gods." The Spanish conquistadors, who first brought it to Europe, dubbed the delicacy “black gold” and used it to strengthen physical strength and endurance.

A little later, the consumption of chocolate in Europe was limited only by aristocratic circles. Only at the beginning of the 20th century with the advent of industrial production were chocolate people able to enjoy non-aristocracy. Prominent women considered chocolate an aphrodisiac. So, Mother Teresa had a passion for chocolate, and Madame Pompadour was sure that only chocolate could ignite the fire of passion.

As established by modern science, chocolate has elements that contribute to relaxation and psychological recovery. Dark varieties of chocolate stimulate the release of endorphins - hormones of happiness, which act on the pleasure center, improve mood, and maintain the body's tone.

There is also a hypothesis that chocolate has an “anti-cancer” effect and can slow down the aging process. But here is what scientists are unanimous in denying the ability of chocolate to reduce body weight! After all, it is well known that chocolate is rich in nutrients, including fats, and therefore calories. However, they do not argue that this delicacy can increase the mood of the majority of the world's population.

On Chocolate Day itself, festivals and other events dedicated to this sweet holiday are held in different countries. It is especially interesting to visit factories, factories, or confectioneries that produce chocolate and its derivatives on this day. It is here that everyone is told how and what chocolate is made of, hold various contests and tastings, exhibitions of chocolate products, and even workshops.

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