The document discusses the history and importance of chocolate in human civilization. It notes that chocolate originated in Mesoamerica over 3000 years ago and was prized by the Aztecs and Mayans for its taste. Cocoa beans were used as currency and their cultivation was tightly regulated. Chocolate became popular in Europe after its introduction in the 16th century and is now the most popular flavor in the world.
A pandemia de COVID-19 causou impactos econômicos e sociais significativos em todo o mundo. Muitos países implementaram medidas de isolamento social para conter a propagação do vírus, mas isso teve um custo econômico alto com o fechamento de empresas e aumento do desemprego. Espera-se que as vacinas ajudem a controlar a pandemia e permitam a retomada mais ampla da atividade econômica global.
The document discusses the history and importance of chocolate in human civilization. It notes that chocolate originated in Mesoamerica over 3000 years ago and was prized by the Aztecs and Mayans for its taste. Cocoa beans were used as currency and their cultivation was tightly regulated. Chocolate became popular in Europe after its introduction in the 16th century and is now the most popular flavor in the world.
A pandemia de COVID-19 causou impactos econômicos e sociais significativos em todo o mundo. Muitos países implementaram medidas de isolamento social para conter a propagação do vírus, mas isso teve um custo econômico alto com o fechamento de empresas e aumento do desemprego. Espera-se que as vacinas ajudem a controlar a pandemia e permitam a retomada mais ampla da atividade econômica global.
