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The document discusses the history of chocolate, from its origins in Mesoamerica to its spread throughout Europe. Cacao beans were first used as currency and medicine by the Olmec and Mayans. Spanish conquistadors introduced chocolate to Europe in the 16th century, where it became a popular drink among the elite. By the 19th century, chocolate had evolved into a global commodity.
