Benefits of Dark Chocolate

Experts confirm we have much evidence that Dark Chocolate benefits our body when moderately eaten. Also, that is valid for Dark Chocolate made 70% from cocoa powder. Chocolate mixed with creams and sugars is high in calories and very addictives. In other words, despite many stereotypes, chocolate can benefit our bodies. How do we produce healthy dark chocolate? We add fats and sugar to cocoa. The chocolate healthy level change by changing the amount of cocoa powder that will be substituted with more sugars and fats. Therefore, we have different quality and named chocolates made by other brands. We always suggest buying Dark Chocolate with at least 70% cocoa powder. To conclude, the best way to buy chocolate is by looking at the labels and checking the quantity of the following ingredients too:

1. Sugar. As more cocoa powder, less is the percentage of sugar present.
2. Lecithin is an optional ingredient in dark chocolate. It keeps the cocoa and cocoa butter from separating and helps blend flavours. It’s added to many store-bought chocolates as an emulsifier.
3. Milk good quality dark chocolate should not contain Milk, except in low fat.
4. Flavourings of organic chocolate are present in many supermarkets and shops. However, I suggest using Fair-Trade and organic chocolate. In this case, for specific reasons, Choose Fair-Trade and Organic Chocolate. Companies make this kind of chocolate with organic cocoa, free from chemicals and pesticides. Also, organic chocolate has at least 70% of cocoa.
5. Chocolate that contains trans fat and hydrogenated should be avoided. Hydrogenated fats are linked to heart and blood diseases.

Let’s now about the benefits of eating dark chocolate in a moderate amount.

• High-quality Dark chocolate has an excellent nutritional value. To have a better idea, we can double-check the following link. We can see the percentage of dark chocolate is 85%, and the rest, 15% comprehends a minimum amount of sugar and fats.
• In dark chocolate, we can find Magnesium, copper, manganese, minerals that give significant support to our brain.
• Also, the flavanols in dark chocolate can stimulate the endothelium, the lining of arteries. That means a lower blood pressure level and a reduced risk of blood diseases. Besides, the flavanols can protect against sun damage, improve blood flow to the skin and increase skin density and hydration.

In conclusion, dark chocolate benefits the body despite many stereotypes if it contains at least 75% cocoa and is eaten moderately.

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