Tuesday, August 26, 2008

Heart health: Dark Chocolate lovers rejoice!

Only a small daily treat of dark chocolate may substantially increase the amount of antioxidant intake and beneficially affect vascular health”

Like all foods, Moderation is the key! There are now more reason to enjoy our favorite chocolate! Studies show that dark chocolate contains more antioxidants per gram than other foods and beverages with the same properties, such as red wine, tea and berry fruits.

Eating dark chocolate every day may cut the risk of serious heart disease by helping to stave off the hardening of arteries, according to a study published. It is also capable of improving your mood. Not all chocolates are created equal when it comes to nutritive value. Choose chocolate that contains 70% cocoa solids for maximum benefits; dark chocolate is best.

To recaptulate, dark chocolate is more beneficial than any other chocolate and even better to milk chocolate.
It should also be pure chocolate not combined with other unhealthy substances. So what are you waiting for? Take advantage of the benefits of healthy chocolate and save your heart!

2 comments:

Missy said...

This is great news, I'm a chocolate fiend.

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