Is Dark Chocolate actually good for you?
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Dark Chocolate is the superior chocolate and here’s why…
With Valentine’s Day coming up chocolate is being stocked on shelves everywhere. Although people assume chocolate is bad for you, not all of it is. You probably have heard that dark chocolate is healthy for you, depending upon the percentage of cacao in the bar.
Cacao is what chocolate is made from. It is rich in antioxidants, fiber, and numerous other health benefits. Here is your guide as to why you should pick up some Dark Chocolate this Valentine’s Day:[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]
Antioxidants
Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidant properties such as flavanols and polyphenols. Antioxidants help relieve oxidative stress. This means it helps stop the aging progress and damage which oxidative stress puts on cells and tissue.
Some studies say that dark chocolate has higher antioxidant properties than fruits such as acai berries and blueberries.
Brain Function
There was a study in 2016 which stated that regular chocolate consumption and increased cognitive functions were linked. It also said that dark chocolate may enhance neuroplasticity, meaning it helps the brain’s ability to organize itself.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”4288″ img_size=”600×1000″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Not to mention it increases blood flow to the brain. It also acts as a natural caffeine, so instead of drinking coffee, just have some dark chocolate! It’s a better morning pick-me-up because it acts as a two in one. It will wake up you and your brain.
Anti-Inflammatory
Dark chocolate has anti-inflammatory properties which can help with things like arthritis, type 2 diabetes, and certain types of cancer. Due to dark chocolate having high antioxidant properties, it helps with these conditions and more.
Now can you can get your dark chocolate fix this Valentine’s day guilt free, you’re welcome! [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
