How can I eat dark chocolate in a healthy diet?
Asked by debbie3324 on Sep 20, 2009
in Nutrition
I am not looking for an excuse to eat chocolate, but pure dark chocolate has many scientific benefits to health. How much is good for me? What are the exact ingredients of good chocolate? Why do I feel so much better when I eat DARK CHOCOLATE?
Answer
Dark chocolate is very high in flavonoids, a type of antioxidant, which seems to protect the artery walls from becoming clogged with plaque and helps the body to maintain healthy blood pressure and blood flow. Dark chocolate is also high in sugar and in fat from cocoa butter; however, most of the fat does not does not affect cholesterol levels - but it is still high in calories. There is no daily recommendation for servings of dark chocolate. When adding chocolate to the diet, substitute it for other sweets, not for healthy foods. Eat pure dark chocolate, not milk chocolate or chocolate mixed with other ingredients. Dark chocolate does contain ingredients that promote relaxation, but it takes about 20 pounds to feel those effects.
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