At Vitafoods Europe, held in Barcelona from 5–7 May 2026, the French supplier of plant-based chemistry solutions unveiled an innovative cocoa extract developed specifically to support mental wellness.
Named Cocoamind, the new nutraceutical ingredient is derived from selected, non-fermented and non-roasted cocoa beans.
According to Groupe Berkem, Cocoamind delivers a proven dual benefit: supporting cognitive performance while helping maintain emotional balance.
Noticeable benefits within one month
The new active ingredient therefore addresses four key pillars of modern mental wellness: concentration, memory, mood, and emotional well-being. In the context of increasingly fast-paced and demanding lifestyles, it responds to growing consumer demand for effective solutions.
Its effectiveness was evaluated through a pilot human study conducted with 105 participants over a 2-month period. Using scientifically recognized questionnaires, the results highlighted effects on these four dimensions of the mental sphere, with initial benefits observed as early as the first month of supplementation.
“With Cocoamind, we wanted to develop an active ingredient capable of addressing mental well-being in its entirety. This launch reflects our belief that mental health is not limited to stress management: it also encompasses the ability to focus, to feel positive emotions, and to thrive in an increasingly intense daily life. At Groupe Berkem, this vision takes shape through the development of smarter active ingredients, designed from the outset using carefully sourced, specific raw materials. This advantage is also reinforced by the positive, familiar, and reassuring image of cocoa for consumers,” says Nathalie Lévy, Health, Beauty & Nutrition Business area Marketing Manager at Groupe Berkem.