Dark chocolate improves cardiovascular health
11 years ago

Dark chocolate improves cardiovascular health

China Daily  

A research released during American Chemical Society in Dallas lately said it has revealed the mystery how bittersweet dark chocolate improves cardiovascular health. Using a series of modified test tubes to stimulate body’s internal organs, the researchers found that certain bacteria in our stomach consume dark chocolate and ferment it into anti-inflammatory compounds which are good for our hearts. "These materials are anti-inflammatory and they serve to prevent or delay the onset of some forms of cardiovascular disease that are associated with inflammation," said researcher John Finley. "I would rather eat a big old chocolate cookie or a cup of cocoa than take a pill," he said.

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Boost your health with Dark Chocolate: 5 key benefits
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Boost your health with Dark Chocolate: 5 key benefits

India Today  

Dark chocolate is not just a delicious treat but also a powerhouse of nutrients that offers numerous health benefits. The flavonoids in dark chocolate help improve blood circulation, reduce blood pressure, and lower the risk of heart disease. Studies have shown that dark chocolate can enhance the function of the endothelium and increase nitric oxide production, leading to better vascular …

Smart ways to enjoy chocolate without disrupting your balanced diet
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Smart ways to enjoy chocolate without disrupting your balanced diet

Hindustan Times  

Chocolate is a delightful treat but enjoying it wisely is key to maintaining a balanced diet. Dark chocolate, in particular, is also linked to improving heart health by reducing blood pressure and boosting circulation.” Cocoa Content: The percentage of cocoa in chocolate determines its flavor and health benefits. When consumed in moderation, dark chocolate can be included with a normal …

Could eating dark chocolate reduce the risk of diabetes?
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Could eating dark chocolate reduce the risk of diabetes?

Al Jazeera  

A new study has found that people eating several portions of dark chocolate per week were less likely to develop type 2 diabetes. Now, a new study published in the British Medical Journal suggests eating dark chocolate could also reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Individuals who regularly consumed dark chocolate – specifically five or more servings per …

Eating dark chocolate could reduce your risk of diabetes
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Eating dark chocolate could reduce your risk of diabetes

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Eating dark chocolate has been linked to a lower risk of …

Milk chocolate or dark chocolate: Which one can reduce diabetes risk?
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Milk chocolate or dark chocolate: Which one can reduce diabetes risk?

India Today  

A new study suggests that choosing one type of chocolate could come with an unexpected health benefit: a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes. After tracking their health over an average of 25 years, the study found that eating five or more servings of dark chocolate per week was linked to a 21% lower risk of developing type 2 …

Dark Chocolate May Reduce Risk Of Developing Type 2 Diabetes
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Dark Chocolate May Reduce Risk Of Developing Type 2 Diabetes

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING New research offers findings that might be a delightful treat for dark chocolate lovers. A British Medical Journal study published this week suggests that consuming dark chocolate ― more so than milk or white chocolate ― may be associated with a lower risk of Type 2 diabetes, a chronic condition that occurs when your blood sugar levels …

Isn't that sweet: How eating dark chocolate can reduce the risk of type-2 diabetes
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Isn't that sweet: How eating dark chocolate can reduce the risk of type-2 diabetes

Firstpost  

A study, published in the British Medical Journal, has found that those who consume a little dark chocolate — about five servings a day per week — have a 21 per cent lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes The holiday season is almost here and if you are craving chocolates already, it might not be such a bad idea …

How sweet! A daily dose of dark chocolate may cut your risk of diabetes
3 months, 3 weeks ago

How sweet! A daily dose of dark chocolate may cut your risk of diabetes

NPR  

A daily dose of dark chocolate may cut your risk of diabetes toggle caption Dulin/Getty Images The idea that eating cocoa-rich, dark chocolate may offer health benefits is not new. Now, a new study finds people who have a habit of eating a little dark chocolate — about an ounce per day — have a 21% lower risk of developing …

Good news! Eating a few chunks of dark chocolate can slash risk of type 2 diabetes by more than a fifth
Top News
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Good news! Eating a few chunks of dark chocolate can slash risk of type 2 diabetes by more than a fifth

Daily Mail  

A piece or two of dark chocolate might feel like the guilty pleasure that gets you through a long day. A study suggests eating dark chocolate can slash the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by more than a fifth. Chocolate contains high levels of flavanols – a compound found in fruits and vegetables – which have been shown to …

Dark chocolate linked to lower risk of type 2 diabetes, study says
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Dark chocolate linked to lower risk of type 2 diabetes, study says

CNN  

CNN — Eating at least five tiny servings of dark chocolate each week may lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 21%, according to a new observational study. “So it’s plausible the high flavonoid content in dark chocolate could have beneficial effects,” said Mathioudakis, who was not involved in the new study. People who ate at least five …

Eating some chocolate really might be good for you – here’s what the research says
1 year ago

Eating some chocolate really might be good for you – here’s what the research says

Salon  

Although it always makes me scoff slightly to see Easter eggs making their first appearance in supermarkets at the end of December, there are few people who aren't delighted to receive a bit of chocolate every year. Eating dark chocolate may also reduce blood pressure, which is another risk factor for developing arterial disease, and prevent formation of clots which …

Dark chocolate vs Milk chocolate: Which is better for your health?
1 year, 3 months ago

Dark chocolate vs Milk chocolate: Which is better for your health?

India TV News  

The eternal debate between dark chocolate and milk chocolate has left many with a sweet tooth in a conundrum. Let's delve into the nutritional aspects and potential health advantages of dark and milk chocolate. Milk chocolate, on the other hand, lacks cocoa solids and, therefore, misses out on the potential health perks associated with them. Sugar quotient: Milk chocolate tends …

Dark chocolate for heart to blueberries for brain: Benefits of antioxidant rich foods
1 year, 4 months ago

Dark chocolate for heart to blueberries for brain: Benefits of antioxidant rich foods

Hindustan Times  

Antioxidants have the capability to protect our bodies against the detrimental impacts of free radicals, potentially lowering the likelihood of specific diseases including cardiovascular diseases, certain cancers and chronic conditions associated with oxidative stress. Antioxidants may also slow the progression of cataracts, letting people maintain better vision longer.” Talking about antioxidants for heart health, she said, “Antioxidants, found in fruits, …

5 Health Benefits of Eating Dark Chocolate
1 year, 8 months ago

5 Health Benefits of Eating Dark Chocolate

The Quint  

Dark chocolates are nutritious and as per Healthline, a 100-gram bar of dark chocolate with 70–85% cocoa contains: 11 grams of fiber 66% of the DV for iron 57% of the DV for magnesium 196% of the DV for copper 85% of the DV for manganese Besides all these, it also contains potassium, phosphorus, zinc, and selenium. Helps Improve Blood …

Dark Chocolate Day: 3 delicious dark chocolate snack recipes to satisfy your sweet tooth
2 years, 1 month ago

Dark Chocolate Day: 3 delicious dark chocolate snack recipes to satisfy your sweet tooth

Hindustan Times  

Dark chocolate is a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a wide range of sweet and savoury dishes. Easy and delicious dark chocolate snack recipes are perfect for any time of day. National Chocolate Day: 3 delicious dark chocolate snack recipes you must try Dark chocolate brownie Dark chocolate brownie Ingredients: 375g dark chocolate 120ml milk 120g …

Are dark chocolates really healthy for you? Doctor tweets about its darker side
2 years, 2 months ago

Are dark chocolates really healthy for you? Doctor tweets about its darker side

Hindustan Times  

Dark chocolate being a great source of antioxidants and polyphenols and a good alternative for sugar-laden sweets has been gaining popularity among fitness enthusiasts. Doctor tweets about its darker side Dr Sudhir Kumar, Senior Consultant Neurologist, Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad recently tweeted about the darker side of dark chocolates and wrote that some dark chocolate bars contain cadmium and …

Secret to why humans love chocolate finally revealed
2 years, 2 months ago

Secret to why humans love chocolate finally revealed

The Independent  

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Trader Joe's sued for selling dark chocolate allegedly containing lead and cadmium
2 years, 2 months ago

Trader Joe's sued for selling dark chocolate allegedly containing lead and cadmium

Salon  

As reported by Jonathan Stempel at Reuters, a lawsuit was filed by a New York man earlier this week against Trader Joe's, alleging that the company sold dark chocolate products that contained potentially harmful amounts of heavy metals. According to Consumer Reports, the Trader Joe's Dark Chocolate 72% Cacao was high in lead, while the Trader Joe's The Dark Chocolate …

Can chocolate ever be healthy? 巧克力能成为健康食品吗？
2 years, 5 months ago

Can chocolate ever be healthy? 巧克力能成为健康食品吗？

China Daily  

Can chocolate ever be healthy? If dark chocolate has a high cocoa content, labelled as a percentage, it may be dense in minerals such as magnesium and iron. According to a 2011 study comparing cacao seeds to ‘super fruits’ such as cranberries and pomegranates, dark chocolate may have high levels of antioxidants. But companies trying to market dark chocolate as …

Is dark chocolate really good for you?
2 years, 7 months ago

Is dark chocolate really good for you?

BBC  

Is dark chocolate really good for you? Simon Dannhauer/Getty Images The San Blas islanders of Panama have better-than-expected health, possibly thanks to regularly drinking flavanol-rich chocolate The Cocoa Supplement and Multivitamin Outcomes Study, involving 21,000 people, found that taking 400 to 500mg daily cocoa flavanol supplements could reduce a person's risk of dying from heart disease by reducing blood pressure …

Health benefits of having dark chocolate regularly
2 years, 7 months ago

Health benefits of having dark chocolate regularly

Hindustan Times  

Health benefits of having dark chocolate regularly Besides being tasty and delectable, chocolates, especially dark chocolates can help in keeping a lot of diseases at bay if. Besides being tasty and delectable, chocolates, especially dark chocolates can help in keeping a lot of diseases at bay if consumed regularly in small amounts. 2 / 7 Besides being tasty and delectable, …

Dark chocolate, a good addition for athletes
3 years ago

Dark chocolate, a good addition for athletes

The Hindu  

“ Oh delicious chocolate, why so tempting when I can’t eat you?” “I wish I could eat chocolate, but I am on a diet!” Do you find yourself in these tough situations? The milk chocolate was a cheaper alternative to the rich luxurious dark chocolate made from excellent cocoa beans. The active component “polyphenols” in cocoa beans gives dark chocolate …

A short and sweet history of chocolate and its health benefits
4 years, 6 months ago

A short and sweet history of chocolate and its health benefits

The Independent  

Sign up to our free Living Well email for advice on living a happier, healthier and longer life Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. …

Peanut, coffee to give milk chocolate benefits of dark ones
4 years, 7 months ago

Peanut, coffee to give milk chocolate benefits of dark ones

India TV News  

A new way to combine your favourite milk chocolate with peanut skins and coffee waste can boost its antioxidant properties, thereby providing the same health benefits associated with the harder, more bitter dark chocolates, says a study. "The idea for this project began with testing different types of agricultural waste for bioactivity, particularly peanut skins," said Lisa Dean, the project's …

Gut Health Part 2: Eating Dark Chocolate, Reducing Stress And Other Simple Ways to Improve the Health Of Your Gut
4 years, 7 months ago

Gut Health Part 2: Eating Dark Chocolate, Reducing Stress And Other Simple Ways to Improve the Health Of Your Gut

News 18  

Gut health is the most neglected yet one of the most important aspects of the human body. But now researchers have claimed that exercising can also help in improving gut health by keeping obesity at bay. In an animal study, it was seen that artificial sweetener aspartame increases the number of bacteria in the gut which can cause metabolic diseases …

A chocolate a day to keep the doctor away?
5 years, 6 months ago

A chocolate a day to keep the doctor away?

Deccan Chronicle  

Next time you eat a piece of chocolate, make sure it’s a bar of healthy chocolate! Nitin says, “In chocolates the attractive flavours with fruit and nuts are to take your attention away from the base chocolate”. A chocolatier should be aware if he is buying pure chocolate containing 100% cocoa butter or a compound chocolate, which is completely made …

Is dark chocolate REALLY so much better for you?
5 years, 8 months ago

Is dark chocolate REALLY so much better for you?

Daily Mail  

While sugar warnings have seen sales of some of the UK’s biggest milk chocolate brands fall, more of us have turned to the dark side — as sales of some ‘quality’ dark chocolate brands, perceived to be a healthier indulgence, grew 14 per cent in 2017. It is lower in sugar than some other dark chocolate bars with 55 per …

Eating three chocolate bars a month can reduce risk of heart failure, study claims
6 years, 7 months ago

Eating three chocolate bars a month can reduce risk of heart failure, study claims

The Independent  

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Eating chocolate can reduce stress, study says
6 years, 11 months ago

Eating chocolate can reduce stress, study says

The Independent  

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IS CHOCOLATE GOOD FOR YOU?
6 years, 11 months ago

IS CHOCOLATE GOOD FOR YOU?

Daily Mail  

Chocolate is undoubtedly the nation's favourite dietary vice but lots of research over the years has found that it could actually be good for us. Researchers at Harvard University studied 8,000 men aged over 65 and found that those who ate modest amounts of chocolate lived almost a year longer than those who ate none. The results showed that smell …

Eat dark chocolate to calm irregular heartbeat
7 years, 10 months ago

Eat dark chocolate to calm irregular heartbeat

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: For those who have a sweet tooth, munching on a bar of chocolate need not anymore cause a feeling of guilt. A study in Denmark, has found that eating chocolate helps reduce the risk of one type of irregular heartbeat. Dr. Sunil Kapoor, senior cardiologist at Care Hospital, says, “Chocolate definitely helps check heart diseases. The study also claims …

Eating chocolate may benefit heart
7 years, 10 months ago

Eating chocolate may benefit heart

China Daily  

A man gives a chocolate demonstration inside The Chocolate Museum in New York. Eating chocolate on a regular basis may be associated to a lower risk of heart disease, according to a new study published online by Heart on Tuesday. A 2011 Swedish study, for example, found that women who ate more than 45 grams of chocolate a week had …

Love to eat chocolates? It’s good for your health
7 years, 10 months ago

Love to eat chocolates? It’s good for your health

India TV News  

People who love to eat chocolates would like to know a fact for sure. The study showed that men and women who ate one to three servings per month had a 10 per cent lower rate of atrial fibrillation. While those who ate one serving per week had a 17 per cent lower rate, on the other hand those who …

Dark chocolate may protect your brain from ageing
7 years, 11 months ago

Dark chocolate may protect your brain from ageing

Live Mint  

Los Angeles: Chocoholics, take note! Eating dark chocolate may protect your brain from age-related stress and inflammation that are thought to play an important role in the neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. Just two weeks of treatment with epicatechin not only suppressed levels of oxidative stress and neuroinflammation that would normally be increased in this mouse model, but also …

Eat lots of dark chocolates to reverse ageing
7 years, 11 months ago

Eat lots of dark chocolates to reverse ageing

India TV News  

Looking younger has never been so easy and delicious! Researchers have found that dark chocolates have the potential to reverse ageing. In the study, researchers from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine show that the epicatechin, a flavanol found in foods such as dark chocolate, reduced damaging oxidative stress and neuroinflammation in a mouse model of aging. …

Good news for chocolate lovers: The more you eat, the lower your risk of heart problem, claims study
8 years, 5 months ago

Good news for chocolate lovers: The more you eat, the lower your risk of heart problem, claims study

India TV News  

If you’re a chocoholic, there is a good news for you. "We found that cocoa flavanol intake may reduce dyslipidemia, insulin resistance and systemic inflammation, which are all major subclinical risk factors for cardiometabolic diseases," said Simin Liu, Professor at Brown University in Rhode Islands, US. There were small-to-modest but statistically significant improvements among those who ate flavanol-rich cocoa product …

Chocolate: How is it made and can it be good for you?
8 years, 11 months ago

Chocolate: How is it made and can it be good for you?

The Independent  

Sign up to IndyEat's free newsletter for weekly recipes, foodie features and cookbook releases Get our food and drink newsletter for free Get our food and drink newsletter for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. White chocolate is not a good source of these antioxidants as it does not …

Not All Dark Chocolate Is Created Equal, So Here's How To Find The Good Stuff
9 years ago

Not All Dark Chocolate Is Created Equal, So Here's How To Find The Good Stuff

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Thanks to the federal government’s new guidelines on added sugar, a lot of people are trying to cut back on sweets. In a 2011 study, researchers found that a 75-gram serving of dark chocolate containing 72 percent cocoa was linked to an 18 percent inhibition of ACE activity three hours after eating it. Mindful nutritionist Lilian Cheung …

Even Milk Chocolate Is Good For You, According To New Study
9 years, 9 months ago

Even Milk Chocolate Is Good For You, According To New Study

Huff Post  

Chocolate is good for your heart — sort of, maybe. One key finding was that people who ate chocolate regularly had up to an 11 percent lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease and a 23 percent lower risk of having a stroke, compared with nonchocolate eaters. "There is, of course, a theoretical plausible explanation of why eating chocolate in moderation …

A chocolate a day keeps heart diseases at bay - India TV News
9 years, 9 months ago

A chocolate a day keeps heart diseases at bay - India TV News

India TV News  

London : If your are worried about the health of your heart, here's a sweet solution. The results showed that compared with those who ate no chocolate higher intake was linked to an 11 percent lower risk of cardiovascular disease and a 25 percent lower risk of associated death. It was also associated with a nine percent lower risk of …

Eating two chocolate bars A DAY 'cuts risk of heart attack and stroke by 25%'
9 years, 9 months ago

Eating two chocolate bars A DAY 'cuts risk of heart attack and stroke by 25%'

Daily Mail  

It is considered one of life’s guilty pleasures – but that could be about to change. A study has found that people who regularly eat chocolate are less likely to fall victim to strokes and heart disease But the researchers, whose work was published in the medical journal Heart, said: ‘There does not appear to be any evidence to say …

DARK CHOCOLATE can increase attention span and alertness
9 years, 10 months ago

DARK CHOCOLATE can increase attention span and alertness

Daily Mail  

As the afternoon hits, do you find yourself feeling lethargic and unable to concentrate? Professor Stevens said: 'A lot of us in the afternoon get a little fuzzy and can't pay attention, particularly students, so we could have a higher cacao content chocolate bar and it would increase attention'. However, the researchers found eating dark chocolate also raised the people …

Chocolates help you remain healthy and happy
10 years, 3 months ago

Chocolates help you remain healthy and happy

India TV News  

London: It's a well known fact that too much consumption of sugar is bad for health. The sweet delicacies not only help in preventing ageing and ensuring proper blood flow but they also help in losing weight and making you happy. * Cocoa helps in blood flow: The main ingredient in chocolate contains a wonderful antioxidant called flavanol, which is …

How Dark Chocolate, Not Milk Chocolate, May Help Blood Flow
10 years, 8 months ago

How Dark Chocolate, Not Milk Chocolate, May Help Blood Flow

NPR  

How Dark Chocolate, Not Milk Chocolate, May Help Blood Flow Enlarge this image toggle caption iStockphoto iStockphoto The idea that eating cocoa-rich, dark chocolate may offer greater health benefits than milk chocolate is not new. "After eating the dark chocolate, walked an average 11 percent farther," study author Lorenzo Loffredo of Sapienza University of Rome tells The Salt in an …

Dark chocolate may help prevent obesity, diabetes
10 years, 11 months ago

Dark chocolate may help prevent obesity, diabetes

Firstpost  

Ingredients in dark chocolate may help ward off obesity and type-2 diabetes, according to a new study. Washington: Ingredients in dark chocolate may help ward off obesity and type-2 diabetes, according to a new study. A particular type of antioxidant in cocoa can prevent excess weight gain and even lower blood sugar levels, scientists at the Virginia Polytechnic Institute have …

Thank Your Gut Bacteria For Making Chocolate Healthful
11 years ago

Thank Your Gut Bacteria For Making Chocolate Healthful

NPR  

Thank Your Gut Bacteria For Making Chocolate Healthful Enlarge this image toggle caption Meg Vogel/NPR Meg Vogel/NPR Boy, it's a good time to be a dark-chocolate lover. Sounds gross, but those "donations" are teeming with life — trillions of bacteria that see the cocoa powder as a five-star dinner. "The microbes break down the polyphenols into smaller molecules that are …

What Chocolate Can Do For You
11 years, 4 months ago

What Chocolate Can Do For You

Huff Post  

chopped chocolate By Jena Pincott Katharine Hepburn reportedly said of herself, "What you see before you, my friend, is the result of a lifetime of chocolate.” Inspired, we broke that down into hours, weeks, months and years. To match the study’s cognitive sweet spot, she says, we’d need roughly 7 grams of special, enriched high-flavanol cocoa powder or a 3.5-ounce …

To keep that heart ticking
12 years, 5 months ago

To keep that heart ticking

Live Mint  

Your heart, quite literally, depends on what’s on your plate. Get the bad cholesterol down “High levels of LDL in blood can cause deposition of cholesterol in blood vessels, leading to narrowing and hardening of the arteries, thus upping the heart attack risk,” explains S.K. Food fix Red wine Aparna Jaswal, senior consultant, cardiac pacing and electrophysiology, Fortis Escorts Heart …

Does Chocolate Cause Acne? A Top Dermatologist Gives Us The Real Answer
12 years, 9 months ago

Does Chocolate Cause Acne? A Top Dermatologist Gives Us The Real Answer

Huff Post  

Thinking back to my middle school years, when candy bar consumption and breakouts were both at an all-time career high, I remember being informed that all those breakouts were, unsurprisingly, the result of all those candy bars. "In fact, there is little evidence that chocolate or any specific fatty foods will cause acne, but we do know that a high-sugar/high-fat …

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