I recently read a very good article and meta-analysis that maybe a great news for all of you chocolate lovers. A presentation of a new study that was held in France, Paris, recorded that chocolate consumption may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease up to 37% and 29% lower risk of stroke compare to individuals that ate least amount of chocolate.
As we all know that over consumption of chocolate may be harmful to our health but the right amount of chocolate generally gives a beneficial effect to our cardio-metabolic system.
The researchers which include Buitrago-Lopez and colleagues conclude "These favorable effects seem mainly mediated by the high content of polyphenols present in cocoa products and are probably accrued through the increasing bioavailability of nitric oxide, which subsequently might lead to improvements in endothelial function, reductions in platelet function, and additional beneficial effects on blood pressure, insulin resistance, and blood lipids"Let's eat Chocolate with small amount but frequent portion!
Source: bmj article
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