Where do we get chocolates?

The chocolates that we enjoy today and in the past came from the beans of the cacao tree. These beans go on through the process of cleansing, roasting and adding of flavors such as milk, sugar etc.

Why choose dark chocolate?

There are many kinds of chocolates out there such as milk chocolate, fruits and peanuts chocolate and dark chocolate. They all taste good and each kind has several benefits, but the question is: why should we choose dark chocolate?

Dark chocolates contain antioxidants that fight free radicals that cause damage to the cells in our body. When these cells are damaged, it makes them weak and the body is prone to infection and other preventable diseases.

Another dark chocolate benefit is its effect on the blood pressure. It contains epicatechin that helps prevent accumulation of cholesterol, leading to lowering of elevated blood pressures. It has the effect of making blood vessels flexible, thus allowing good blood circulation.

When you are feeling down or seems like you are still glued onto your bed, then you need dark chocolate to increase your energy. It has an energy-boosting effect. In addition, it enhances the mood and it increases blood flow through the brain.

Dark chocolates are loaded with polyphenols (such as gallic acid) that is good for the skin. It has the ability to prevent fungal growth and other skin conditions like rashes and acne.

According to research, dark chocolate promotes good oral health. This delicious dessert contains theobromine that coats the teeth. It has the action of making the enamel strong that prevents it from weakening and breaking easily.

Dark chocolate benefits are plenty, and these are some more of them: They contain iron and potassium and other minerals that are needed by the body for normal functioning. Iron performs its job by preventing low oxygen levels in the blood. Potassium on the other hand is good for muscular strength, preventing leg cramps and other muscle spasms.

For people diagnosed with fatty liver (caused by high fat intake or alcoholism), dark chocolate is recommended in specific portions. Dark chocolates reduce the fat that coats the fatty liver.

How much dark chocolate can I eat?

Tests have shown that eating a “moderate” size of dark chocolate on a daily basis prevents heart attack and stroke.

Dark chocolate, just like any other food contains fats and calories, so remember to take it in moderation at about 1 inch portion or less (30 caloric count).