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7 reasons to eat dark chocolate

7 reasons to eat dark chocolate


1. It is nutritious

Dark chocolate is rich in fibre, iron, magnesium, manganese, copper, phosphorus, zinc and selenium.

2. High in antioxidants

It is loaded with antioxidants such as polyphenols, flavonols and catechins.

3. Lowers blood pressure

Dark chocolate improves blood flow and helps control blood pressure.

4. Lowers cholesterol

It increases good cholesterol (HDL) and prevents the oxidation of bad cholesterol (LDL).

5. Good for diabetic patients

It reduces insulin resistance and controls blood sugar levels.

6. It improves brain function

The flavonol in dark chocolate improves memory and increases the activity of a part of the brain associated with memory called the hippocampus.

7.  It reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases

Dark chocolate improves blood vessels elasticity, increases insulin sensitivity and lowers cholesterol which in turn helps in improving
cardiovascular health.

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