Dark chocolate is one of the most popular treats around the world. Due to its sweet savour, most people wouldn’t consider it healthy food. However, there have been several studies to suggest that dark chocolate can provide your body with so many health benefits. Here are 5 of such benefits below:
Improves Your Mood
Chocolate improves your mood and invigorates you by releasing chemicals in the brain called endorphins. These endorphins make you calmer and happier and promote feelings of pleasure. So, when next you find you’re feeling low, don’t hesitate to eat some dark chocolate.
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It Makes You Smarter
Research shows that dark chocolate improves blood flow to the brain, hence boosting cognitive function (memory, attention span, and problem-solving.) So, the next time you’re having a test, you may want to grab a good bite of chocolate to get some extra brain boost.
It Slows The Aging Process
Thanks to the antioxidants chocolate contain, it can slow down the rate at which you age, preserving youth and vigour. It is also rich in minerals such as iron, magnesium, and copper which help to protect the body against free radicals that speed up ageing.
It Protects Your Teeth
When we were young, we were told dark chocolate is bad for our teeth. But the irony is that it protects the teeth and even prevent tooth decay.
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It May Help Prevent Diabetes
While chocolate may be seen as something that can cause diabetes, the irony is that it can actually help to prevent it. Dark chocolate contains flavonoids that help to regulate the body’s metabolism and enhance insulin function. This, in turn, cuts down the risk of diabetes.
It Boosts Heart Health
There are several studies that suggest dark chocolate can keep the heart in a healthy condition. This is due to the flavonoids contained in dark chocolate. These flavonoids protect the heart by not only protecting us from free radicals but also clean the blood vessels and prevent them from getting clogged.
Source:
NCBI
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