Health Benefits Of Chocolate

Why You Should Eat Chocolate

l Chocolate is famous for his taste but its health benifits are still unknown to many.

l Theobroma Cacao, the Latin name for chocolate, means “Food of the Gods”.

l l Chocolate may be the tastiest food on the earth, it also has

many health benefits. Just don’t go overboard—chocolate still contains sugar and fat.

Health Benefits

l Loaded with antioxidantsl Reduces Stroke Riskl Reduces the heart attackl Reduces the risk of diabetesl May prevent Cancerl Good for your skin healthl Protects against blood inflammationl Strenghtens your brainl May prevents pregnancy complicationsl Improves blood flow

Dark Chocolate is Healthier

Chocolate loaded with antioxidants

l Dark chocolate contains hefty amounts of disease-fighting flavonoids; antioxidants also found in red wine and many fruits and vegetables. In fact, it appears to have more flavonoids than any other food.

Reduces Stroke risk

l In a new Study, it was found that eating more than 45 grams of chocolate per week—about two bars worth—leads to a 20 percent decrease in stroke risk among women. Probably due to flavonoids it contains, whose antioxidant properties helps fight strokes.

Reduces the Heart Attack Risk

l Eating chocolate prevents blood clots, which in turn also reduces the risk of heart attacks. Blood platelets clump together more slowly in chocolate eaters, the studies say.

l The latest research claims that chocolate has cardiovascular benefits. Those who ate one or two servings of dark chocolate each week cut their risk for heart failure by as much as a third.

Reduces the risk of Diabetes

l In a latest study claimed from the University of L'Aquila, Italy found that eating chocolate increases insulin sensitivity, which reduces the risk of diabetes.

Improves your skin health

l Dark chocolate hosts a range of potent antioxidants. These antioxidants protect your skin from free radical damage; keeping it soft, supple and juvenile for long.

l Regular consumption of dark chocolate helps you achieve a smooth, problem free complexion. It also keeps your skin moist and well nourished.

Prevent Pregnancy complications

l A new study reports that a chemical (theobromine) found in chocolate may reduce pre-eclampsia, a major pregnancy complication. The darker the chocolate, the better it is.

Live Healthy & Chocolaty Life