Thursday, January 20, 2011

Is chocolate really good for health?

Some people say that eating chocolate will help you gain some pounds but other say chocolate good for health, so how to manage this confusing fact? What you should know is the portion and what kind of chocolate are you eating. Reality shows that dark chocolate is a health food.

Cocoa is rich in flavonoids—the same heart-healthy compounds found in red wine and green tea. Its most potent form is dark chocolate. In a recent study, Greek researchers found that consuming dark chocolate containing 100 milligrams (mg) of flavonoids relaxes your blood vessels, improving bloodflow to your heart. And remember: Milk chocolate isn't as rich in flavonoids as dark, so develop a taste for the latter.

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