==Benefits and uses of Theobromine are==
* as a vasodilator (a blood vessel widener)* as a diuretic (urination aid),
* High Blood pressure : Theobromine increases urine production. Because of this diuretic effect, and its ability to dilate blood vessels, theobromine has been used to treat high blood pressure.
* heart disease : The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition notes that historic use of theobromine as a treatment for other circulatory problems including arteriosclerosis, certain vascular diseases, angina pectoris, and hypertension should be considered in future studies.
* Following its discovery in the late 19th century, theobromine was put to use by 1916, when it was recommended by the publication Principles of Medical Treatment as a treatment for edema (excessive liquid in parts of the body), syphilitic angina attacks, and degenerative angina.
* cancer : Possible future uses of theobromine in such fields as cancer prevention have been patented.
* [[Tooth Decay]] : Researchers found that teeth treated with theobromine lose about 10 percent less calcium than teeth treated with fluoride when exposed to acids.
== References ==
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