Chocolate is largely considered a comfort food. However, there is considerable evidence that cocoa can provide powerful health benefits. Made from the seed of the cocoa tree, it is one of the best sources of antioxidants on the planet. Whilst quality dark chocolate does contain some sugar, the amounts are normally quite small and the darker the chocolate the less sugar it will contain. Cocoa and dark chocolate have a wide variety of powerful antioxidants. In fact, they have way more than most other foods. Good quality dark chocolate is rich in fibre, iron, magnesium, copper, manganese.
Through research, experts have found dark chocolate good for the heart, circulation and brain. Dark chocolate contains beneficial minerals such as potassium, iron, zinc and selenium. Flavanols found in good quality cocoa are good for healthy brain function and our immune system.
Chocolate contains phenylethylamine (PEA), this is the same chemical that your brain creates when you feel like you’re falling in love, it encourages our brain to release feel-good endorphins.
So chocolate lovers can embrace this revelation, savouring a modest potion of good quality dark chocolate as a healthy addition to their daily diet.
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