Dark chocolate is considered a healthy food. It is rich in antioxidants, lowers cholesterol, and protects against cancers. As healthy eating habits become more prevalent worldwide, cocoa demand could grow sharply. Western taste for chocolate is growing. Whether it’s the perceived health benefits of dark chocolate or the sweet tooth of consumers, chocolate consumption in mature Western economies shows no signs of slowing down. Growth in demand in Europe and North America could push cocoa prices higher.