Dark Chocolate is a superfood loaded with Polyphenols. These Polyphenols are loaded with anti-oxidants which has anti-inflammatory as well as anit-viral, anti-microbial and anti-fungal properties.
Dark Chocolate helps to reduce the oxidation of LDL and increases HDL, lowers the risk of cardiovascular diseases, lowers blood pressure, increases blood flow and reduces the risk of some cancers.
Dark Chocolate is also loaded with vital minerals including copper, magnesium, potassium, calcium and iron.
The copper in dark chocolate is heart healthy and helps build collagen and a healthy skin.
Potassium in dark chocolate reduces the risk of high blood pressure and stroke.
Magnesium helps reduce the risk of several chronic illnesses, such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular disease.
Even though it is loaded with so many health benefits keep in mind that dark chocolate is high in calories and eating excessive amounts can lead to weight gain. So keep your serving size to about 100 calories 2-3 times a week. Balance the extra calories by eating less of other things.
No comments:
Post a Comment