Insight Magazine September 25, 2013 0

Screen Shot 2013-09-25 at 9.47.34 AMMost of us have a sweet tooth, but it is a common misconception to think that chocolate is simply a good tasting treat that is mostly fattening. A new study is showing that older adults who drank two cups of cocoa a day for 30 days had an increase in blood flow to the brain and even scored higher on memory and thinking tests.

The benefits of chocolate are not limited to a better functioning brain! A daily dose of chocolate may be able to reduce the risks of heart attack and stroke in certain patients. According to a previous study, people who ate chocolate on a regular basis were found to be thinner than those who did not. Also, chocolate contains fiber, which is a natural appetite suppressant. So eating a piece of chocolate may actually end up with you eating fewer calories later on.

The key to healthy chocolate consumption is moderation and the selection of higher quality chocolate. For example, the darker the chocolate, the better it will be for your health. The dark chocolate will be higher in magnesium, antioxidants, and fiber. So grab some chocolate and enjoy its health benefits.

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