PRICE: $12.95 for each 60 capsule bottle (300 mg per vegi-capsule) Barlowe's Herbal Elixirs now offers 99% Theobromine, the most potent and concentrated cacao bean extract possible.  Click on this link: Theobromine COA, to view the Certificate of Analysis of this particular batch. Theobromine is a bitter alkaloid of the cacao plant and is the "feel good" ingredient in chocolate. It is also found in a number of chocolate-free foods such as tea, kola nut, and acai berries. Despite its name, it contains no bromine. "Theobromine" is derived from "Theobroma", the name of the genus of the cacao tree (which is itself made up of the Greek words "theo" (god)  and "brosi" (food), meaning "food of the gods"). These vegetable-derived capsules (both Kosher and Halal certified) are filled by hand with a manual encapsulation machine, not with a high speed automatic machine, and thus, only pure, unadulterated 99% Theobromine is in the capsules. Capsules produced with high speed machines in herbal remedy and vitamin "factories" contain several other ingredients, including preservatives because so many bottles of product are produced at one time, and lubricants to ensure that the machines will run faster and more efficiently. Check their labels! Also, Barlowe's Herbal Elixirs is one of the very few manufacturers that still pack their products in glass whenever possible, even though glass is more expensive.  Barlowe believes that chemicals can leach out of plastic containers and contaminate the contents, and that the use of glass is much better for the environment. Theobromine can be utilized for several beneficial effects. It has been identified as one of the compounds contributing to chocolate's reputed role as an aphrodisiac. In modern medicine, Theobromine is utilized as a vasodilator (for increased blood flow), a diuretic, and also as a heart stimulant. As it is a myocardial stimulant as well as a vasodilator, it increases hearbeat, yet it also dilates blood vessels, causing a reduction in blood pressure. The stimulant qualities of Theobromine make it useful in weight loss programs. In addition, the future use of Theobromine in such areas as cancer prevention has been patented. U.S. Patent 6693104, "Theobromine With An Anti-Carcinogenic Activity", granted 2004-02-17. Theobromine has also been found to be useful in the treatment of asthma. Research:   Use of Theobromine For Prevention of Colon, Gastric and Liver Cancers Ten Reasons To Eat More Chocolate Theobromine Is Useful Against Asthma Caution: Barlowe's 99% Theobromine - Cacao Bean Extract uses only the finest quality and most potent 99% Theobromine from the most trusted suppliers. This herbal extract is generally safe, but it is very potent and should be utilized with care. This product is for dietary use. If unexpected side-effects occur, discontinue use immediately! Cocoa and chocolate products may be toxic or lethal to dogs and other domestic animals such as horses, because these animals metabolize theobromine much more slowly than humans. Do not feed this product to dogs or horses! Theobromine is also high in purine (uric acid) and if taken regularly, it is possible that it can contribute to the onset of gout in those prone to this illness. The above statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Directions For Use: Take a capsule one to three times a day. Results and usage amounts may vary based on body type and weight. Theobromine 99% Pure (Cocoa Extract) PRICE: $12.95 for each 60 capsule bottle (300 mg per vegi-capsule)