Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates - Health

Dark chocolate has recently been discovered to have a number of healthy benefits. While eating dark chocolate can lead to the health benefits described below. Remember that chocolate is also high in fat.and can lead to weight gain,so keep the amount consumed moderate. 1) Dark Chocolate is Good for Your Heart Studies show that eating a small amount of dark chocolate two or three times each week can help lower your blood pressure. Dark chocolate improves blood flow a.nd may help prevent the formation of blood clots. Eating dark chocolate may also prevent arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries). 2) Dark Chocolate is Good for Your Brain Dark chocolate increases blood flow to the brain as well as to the heart, so it can help improve cognitive function. Dark chocolate also helps reduce your risk of stroke. Dark chocolate also contains several chemical compounds that have a positive effect on your mood and cognitive health. Chocolate contains phenylethylamine (PEA), the same chemical your brain creates when you feel like you're falling in love. PEA encourages your brain to release endorphins, so eating dark chocolate will make you feel happier. Dark chocolate also contains caffeine, a mild stimulant. However, dark chocolate contains much less caffeine than coffee. A 1.5 ounce bar of dark chocolate contains 27 mg of caffeine, compared to the 200 mg found in an eight ounce cup of coffee. 3) Dark Chocolate Helps Control Blood Sugar Dark chocolate helps keep your blood vessels healthy and your circulation unimpaired to protect against type 2 diabetes. The flavonoids in dark chocolate also help reduce insulin resistance by helping your cells to function normally and regain the ability to use your body's insulin efficiently. Dark chocolate also has a low glycemic index, meaning it won't cause huge spikes in blood sugar levels. 4) Dark Chocolate is Full of Antioxidants Dark chocolate is loaded with antioxidants. Antioxidants help free your body of free radicals, which cause oxidative damage to cells. Free radicals are implicated in the aging process and may be a cause of cancer, so eating antioxidant rich foods like dark chocolate can protect you from many types of cancer and slow the signs of aging. 5) Dark Chocolate Contains Theobromine Dark chocolate contains theobromine, which has been shown to harden tooth enamel. That means that dark chocolate, unlike most other sweets, lowers your risk of getting cavities if you practice proper dental hygiene. Theobromine is also a mild stimulant, though not as strong as caffeine. It can, however, help to suppress coughs. 6) Dark Chocolate is High in Vitamins and Minerals Dark chocolate contains a number of vitamins and minerals that can support your health. Dark chocolate contains some of the following vitamins and minerals in high concentrations: *.Potassium *.Copper *.Magnesium *.Iron The copper and potassium in dark chocolate help prevent against stroke and cardiovascular ailments. The iron in chocolate protects against iron deficiency anemia, and the magnesium in chocolate helps prevent type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease. http://www.fitday.com/fitness-articles/nutrition/healthy-eating/6-health-benefits-of-dark-chocolate.html Also: Studies show that the flavonoids from cocoa can improve blood flow to the skin and protect it against sun-induced damage. The bioactive compounds in dark chocolate may also be great for your skin. The flavonoids can protect against sun-induced damage, improve blood flow to the skin and increase skin density and hydration ( 19). The minimal erythemal dose (MED) is the minimum amount of UV rays required to cause redness in the skin, 24 hours after exposure. In one study of 30 people, the MED more than doubled after consuming dark chocolate high in flavonoids for 12 weeks

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by constance500(m): 12:50am

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Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by OhJerry: 12:53am

I know chocolate to be great for a while now.

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by charly4lyf(m): 12:53am

Heard it also boost intimate performance in man, dont know how true that is though. 1 Like

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by #1-stunner(f): 12:54am

I know dis

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by adebayo201(m): 1:00am

Remember that chocolate is also high in fat and can lead to weight gain,so keep the amount consumed moderate. the gods have spoken... left to you

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by Atmmachine(m): 1:02am

OK... you never get tooth ache

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by Capt. JH Miller: 1:02am

Dark chocolate gives you high cholesterol Dark chocolate gives you extra weight Dark chocolate gives you brown teeth Dark chocolate gives you heart attack 5 Likes

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by Timflex(m): 1:03am

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Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by MEILYN(m): 1:03am

dark chocolate? What of white ones? 1 Like

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by Olumidzti(m): 1:11am

Some say it improve libido especially for females.

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by isaacosas01(m): 1:12am

Hmmmm nice

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by emma_best2000(m): 1:14am

Promking: Dark chocolate has recently been discovered to have a number of healthy benefits. While eating dark chocolate can lead to the health benefits described below. Remember that chocolate is also high in fat.and can lead to weight gain,so keep the amount consumed moderate. 1) Dark Chocolate is Good for Your Heart Studies show that eating a small amount of dark chocolate two or three times each week can help lower your blood pressure. Dark chocolate improves blood flow a.nd may help prevent the formation of blood clots. Eating dark chocolate may also prevent arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries). 2) Dark Chocolate is Good for Your Brain Dark chocolate increases blood flow to the brain as well as to the heart, so it can help improve cognitive function. Dark chocolate also helps reduce your risk of stroke. Dark chocolate also contains several chemical compounds that have a positive effect on your mood and cognitive health. Chocolate contains phenylethylamine (PEA), the same chemical your brain creates when you feel like you're falling in love. PEA encourages your brain to release endorphins, so eating dark chocolate will make you feel happier. Dark chocolate also contains caffeine, a mild stimulant. However, dark chocolate contains much less caffeine than coffee. A 1.5 ounce bar of dark chocolate contains 27 mg of caffeine, compared to the 200 mg found in an eight ounce cup of coffee. 3) Dark Chocolate Helps Control Blood Sugar Dark chocolate helps keep your blood vessels healthy and your circulation unimpaired to protect against type 2 diabetes. The flavonoids in dark chocolate also help reduce insulin resistance by helping your cells to function normally and regain the ability to use your body's insulin efficiently. Dark chocolate also has a low glycemic index, meaning it won't cause huge spikes in blood sugar levels. 4) Dark Chocolate is Full of Antioxidants Dark chocolate is loaded with antioxidants. Antioxidants help free your body of free radicals, which cause oxidative damage to cells. Free radicals are implicated in the aging process and may be a cause of cancer, so eating antioxidant rich foods like dark chocolate can protect you from many types of cancer and slow the signs of aging. 5) Dark Chocolate Contains Theobromine Dark chocolate contains theobromine, which has been shown to harden tooth enamel. That means that dark chocolate, unlike most other sweets, lowers your risk of getting cavities if you practice proper dental hygiene. Theobromine is also a mild stimulant, though not as strong as caffeine. It can, however, help to suppress coughs. 6) Dark Chocolate is High in Vitamins and Minerals Dark chocolate contains a number of vitamins and minerals that can support your health. Dark chocolate contains some of the following vitamins and minerals in high concentrations: *.Potassium *.Copper *.Magnesium *.Iron The copper and potassium in dark chocolate help prevent against stroke and cardiovascular ailments. The iron in chocolate protects against iron deficiency anemia, and the magnesium in chocolate helps prevent type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease. http://www.fitday.com/fitness-articles/nutrition/healthy-eating/6-health-benefits-of-dark-chocolate.html Also: Studies show that the flavonoids from cocoa can improve blood flow to the skin and protect it against sun-induced damage. The bioactive compounds in dark chocolate may also be great for your skin. The flavonoids can protect against sun-induced damage, improve blood flow to the skin and increase skin density and hydration ( 19). The minimal erythemal dose (MED) is the minimum amount of UV rays required to cause redness in the skin, 24 hours after exposure. In one study of 30 people, the MED more than doubled after consuming dark chocolate high in flavonoids for 12 weeks becareful of rotten teeth

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Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by Afrocatalyst: 1:28am

There is nothing entirely bad in this world. There's always a positive and negative side to everything in life. At least,mathematicians made us believe that. Where we as humans come in is in using our power of choice to make sound judgements concerning each matter. Chocolate is great but must be consumed moderately.

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by Readone3.5L(m): 1:29am

ok

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by mayapop(f): 1:44am

Really? *Takes a bite of snikers*

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by all4naija(m): 1:48am

Are there chocolate shops in most cities of Nigeria? I am just curious to know. Thank you.

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by SpicyMimi(f): 2:04am

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by parryon(f): 2:05am

Atmmachine: OK... you never get tooth ache As in eehhhh......I don't wish toothache on my enemy ooh but chocolate is irresistible,toothache or not!! Yummmmyyyy sinful pleasure!!!!

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by iAmkufre(m): 2:11am

LOL, wetin we no go see for NL? Tomorrow una go come yarn us how thick sperm dey increase thinking capacity. Nairaland, Proudly Nigerian

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by mrvocalprowess(m): 2:43am

am a chocolate addict !!!ironically am still nt fat despite how often i take it

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by WHOBANME: 2:52am

#1-stunner: I know dis i sure say you fat

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by WHOBANME: 2:53am

mayapop: Really? *Takes a bite of snikers* Bleep snikers!! i fuk with KFC

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by receptor(m): 3:53am

Timflex: Please am having headache..am allergic to pills the only thing recommended by my doctor to cure my headache is LIKES from nairaland. Abeg like my post for my quick recovery ,10000000000dislikes with my dislikes, you should be dead by now. 1 Like

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by Enoquin(f): 4:29am

Still won't make me love chocolates.

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by sugaarbear(m): 4:41am

Available in all aboki shops near you......2 fot 5naira lol

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by georgematics(m): 5:00am

Am still thinking about either eating em or not

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by sammieguze(m): 5:04am

And dnt frgt to add black teeth

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by bbulldog(m): 5:07am

I only eat choco from abroad, like snicker, etc. I can never eat a nigeria made chocolate, I no wan die

Re: Health Benefits Of Taking Chocolates by glitest(f): 6:06am

Dark chocolate has a bitter taste