Daily Chocolate Intake Can Save Your Life!

in #health8 years ago (edited)

Ever think of a doctor`s visit one day result in a prescription for chocolate? Well, the this could happen soon than later.According to a new study, researchers suggest that consuming a small amount of chocolate every day may lower the risk of diabetes and heart disease.

Every second Americans collectively eat up to 100 pound of chocolate! Chances are, we all have ate chocolate sometime in our life.One may stop eating chocolate given its high fat and sugar content. Over consuming can lead to health issues such as weight gain, diabetes and cavities, just to name a few. Don`t be fearful of consuming chocolate just yet.

For those dark chocolate lovers out there, dark chocolate has the highest cocoa content, which means it contains highest levels of antioxidants - specifically, flavonoids - which are molecules that can prevent some forms of cell damage. According to researchers , participants who did not eat chocolate every day, those who did were found to have reduced insulin resistance and improved liver enzyme levels. The effect was stronger the higher the chocolate consumption, the team reports.Participants who ate chocolate were more physically active, younger, and more highly educated than those who did not eat chocolate, according to the authors.

Chocolate shouldn't be viewed as only a sugary snack, but a health treat with great benefits.The smell of chocolate increases theta brain waves, which triggers relaxation. Whether you are old or young, give chocolate a go, it just might make your day little bit sweeter.

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