Eating Dark Chocolate Keeps the Doctors Away!
Indeed, this is quite true, as based on scientific research
findings that may very well alter the image of chocolate forever --
from junk food to health food! Isn't it quite refreshing?
Millions all over the world would be thrilled to know that
the treat they all love is also very beneficial for our health.
So start chanting now, eat chocolate for a healthier you!
Well, before, we start getting excited over this, let us
discover what the scientific studies have found out about chocolate,
dark chocolate in particular – the type that quite a lot of people favor.
Findings have sufficient proof to declare that dark chocolate
contains much more health benefits compared to white
chocolate and milk chocolate. These two latter types
actually have higher contents of fat and
lesser health benefits to consumers.
Dark chocolate, also considered as bittersweet or semi-sweet
chocolate, has been found to be very beneficial for people.
One of its foremost benefits is that it enhances your mood
and keeps you on a lighter, happier state of emotion.
It has serotonin that affects a person much like an anti-depressant would.
So now you have discovered the why your mood becomes
visibly improved after a bar of chocolate on a bad day.
Furthermore, aside from soothing us and lightening up our mood,
it also improves the flexibility of our blood vessels and thus,
eases the circulation of blood in our system.
Another outstanding aspect of chocolate that is very beneficial
for people is the fact that nutrients can be found in it that are now
known to prevent cancer. Cacao, an ingredient which dark
chocolate has in abundance, contains antioxidants that are
essential for the body to have in order to fight free radicals
that cause heart ailments and other types of diseases.
Flavonoids can be found in chocolate and is a major enemy
of free radicals that may come from other foodstuffs ingested
by the body or absorbed from the environment. Flavonoids,
called Epicatechins and Catechins, help a lot in protecting the
body's immune system. This is why, consuming chocolate
with higher cacao content, or consuming dark
chocolate for that matter is healthier.
Who would think that even with the delightfully thick and velvety
texture of chocolate, minerals are present in it, minerals such as
iron and magnesium? Now, you know that even if you cannot
resist chocolate, you are not wasting yourself away. As long
as you keep it moderate, eating chocolate is perfectly healthy!
The antioxidants in chocolate have been found beneficial for joints
and help in reducing pain and stiffness caused by arthritis.
Getting better sleep for a well rested you on the following
day is another benefits offered by chocolate's antioxidants.
Vitamin B is also present which significantly increase the
energy level of the brain and body.
Who says that eating chocolate would increase your calorie
consumption leading to higher cholesterol and blood pressure levels?
Well, they are mistaken – and what's best, we have the studies
to prove it! Eating dark chocolate actually even helps lower the
cholesterol and blood pressure levels of the body.
That's definitely a resounding "Yay!" for all chocolate lovers.
Even if chocolate has fats and cholesterol, they are the good
kind that does not interfere with production of insulin in the body.
Who says you will become a diabetic if you eat chocolate?
These people got it all wrong – a healthy dose of dark
chocolate is beneficial for diabetics, who must constantly
limit their sugar consumption. Since dark chocolate is low
in carbohydrates, it is good for diabetics.
However, citing the health benefits of chocolate does not
mean that you have to start eating loads of chocolate now.
As in all things, excessiveness is not healthy. Remember to
keep things in moderation – especially in
consuming your favorite chocolate.
To buy a book with 600 chocolate recipes through a new pay
processor: VirtaPay, click on the VirtaPay button.
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Indeed, this is quite true, as based on scientific research
findings that may very well alter the image of chocolate forever --
from junk food to health food! Isn't it quite refreshing?
Millions all over the world would be thrilled to know that
the treat they all love is also very beneficial for our health.
So start chanting now, eat chocolate for a healthier you!
Well, before, we start getting excited over this, let us
discover what the scientific studies have found out about chocolate,
dark chocolate in particular – the type that quite a lot of people favor.
Findings have sufficient proof to declare that dark chocolate
contains much more health benefits compared to white
chocolate and milk chocolate. These two latter types
actually have higher contents of fat and
lesser health benefits to consumers.
Dark chocolate, also considered as bittersweet or semi-sweet
chocolate, has been found to be very beneficial for people.
One of its foremost benefits is that it enhances your mood
and keeps you on a lighter, happier state of emotion.
It has serotonin that affects a person much like an anti-depressant would.
So now you have discovered the why your mood becomes
visibly improved after a bar of chocolate on a bad day.
Furthermore, aside from soothing us and lightening up our mood,
it also improves the flexibility of our blood vessels and thus,
eases the circulation of blood in our system.
Another outstanding aspect of chocolate that is very beneficial
for people is the fact that nutrients can be found in it that are now
known to prevent cancer. Cacao, an ingredient which dark
chocolate has in abundance, contains antioxidants that are
essential for the body to have in order to fight free radicals
that cause heart ailments and other types of diseases.
Flavonoids can be found in chocolate and is a major enemy
of free radicals that may come from other foodstuffs ingested
by the body or absorbed from the environment. Flavonoids,
called Epicatechins and Catechins, help a lot in protecting the
body's immune system. This is why, consuming chocolate
with higher cacao content, or consuming dark
chocolate for that matter is healthier.
Who would think that even with the delightfully thick and velvety
texture of chocolate, minerals are present in it, minerals such as
iron and magnesium? Now, you know that even if you cannot
resist chocolate, you are not wasting yourself away. As long
as you keep it moderate, eating chocolate is perfectly healthy!
The antioxidants in chocolate have been found beneficial for joints
and help in reducing pain and stiffness caused by arthritis.
Getting better sleep for a well rested you on the following
day is another benefits offered by chocolate's antioxidants.
Vitamin B is also present which significantly increase the
energy level of the brain and body.
Who says that eating chocolate would increase your calorie
consumption leading to higher cholesterol and blood pressure levels?
Well, they are mistaken – and what's best, we have the studies
to prove it! Eating dark chocolate actually even helps lower the
cholesterol and blood pressure levels of the body.
That's definitely a resounding "Yay!" for all chocolate lovers.
Even if chocolate has fats and cholesterol, they are the good
kind that does not interfere with production of insulin in the body.
Who says you will become a diabetic if you eat chocolate?
These people got it all wrong – a healthy dose of dark
chocolate is beneficial for diabetics, who must constantly
limit their sugar consumption. Since dark chocolate is low
in carbohydrates, it is good for diabetics.
However, citing the health benefits of chocolate does not
mean that you have to start eating loads of chocolate now.
As in all things, excessiveness is not healthy. Remember to
keep things in moderation – especially in
consuming your favorite chocolate.
To buy a book with 600 chocolate recipes through a new pay
processor: VirtaPay, click on the VirtaPay button.
Only $5 VirtaPay dollars! Cheap!!
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