HEALTH BENEFITS OF DARK CHOCOLATE:
Made with healthy coconut cream, almonds, and dark chocolate is the perfect low-carb snack, with the goodness of cacao. You need to choose only chocolate which is organic containing 70% or higher cacao content and consume in moderation.
LOWERS BLOOD PRESSURE, RISK OF STROKE AND HEART ATTACK
The flavonols and magnesium in dark chocolate can improve vascular function and help lower blood pressure. Similarly, they can also improve the cardiovascular system by keeping the blood vessels open and regulating the heart rate, reducing the risk of heart diseases.
HELPS TYPE 2 DIABETES SUFFERERS
Cacao increases sensitivity to insulin and helps lower blood sugar levels. As a result, dark chocolate can reduce one’s risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes, if taken in moderation.
HELPS PREVENT ASTHMA ATTACKS
Dark chocolate contains three natural ingredients – theobromine, theophylline and caffeine. These work together when ingested and help open constricted bronchial passages and stop bronchospasms. These components also help dark chocolate to act as a cough suppressant.
IMPROVES BRAIN FUNCTION
You may be sceptical but dark chocolate has been shown to increase blood flow to the brain, decrease inflammation and provide important minerals which help prevent the onset of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
IMPROVES YOUR MOOD
Eating dark chocolate raises serotonin levels in your brain, which can improve your mood, enhance sleep and reduce any painful sensation in your body. A literal ‘keep calm and eat dark chocolate’ situation!