Cubes (IMAGE) Penn State Caption The research's findings show that some health-boosting compounds in cocoa are increased by roasting; other are diminished. "It is more complicated than saying roasting reduces the health beneficial effects of cocoa," says lead researcher Joshua Lambert. Credit Helena Yankovska/Unsplash Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.