7 health benefits of chocolate

　　Anti-disease effect 1: Relieve stress

　　Chocolate can increase the level of a chemical called "serotonin" in the brain. It can bring people a sense of tranquility, better eliminate tension, and play a role in relieving stress.

　　Anti-disease effect 2: prevention cold

　　British research shows that the sweet smell of chocolate can reduce the chance of catching a cold. Theobromine contained in chocolate is beneficial nerve system healthy , the cough-relieving effect is better than ordinary cold medicine.

　　Anti-disease effect 3: Good for the heart

　　Dark chocolate contains a natural antioxidant flavonoid, which can prevent blood vessels from hardening, increase myocardial vitality, relax muscles, prevent cholesterol from accumulating in blood vessels, and is beneficial to the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease. disease It has a certain effect.

　　Anti-disease effect 4: Relief diarrhea

　　The cocoa content of dark chocolate ranges from 50% to 90%. Cocoa is rich in polyphenols called flavonoids, which can inhibit the absorption of protein, chloride ions and water in the intestine, thereby reducing water loss and preventing dehydration due to diarrhea.

　　Anti-disease effect 5: Stabilize blood sugar

　　According to reports, an Italian study found that healthy people who ate 100 grams of dark chocolate per day for 15 consecutive days had enhanced insulin sensitivity. Doctors estimate that dark chocolate may be helpful for diabetics. A recent study also found that flavanols in dark chocolate can stabilize blood sugar.

　　Anti-disease effect 6: Prevent stroke

　　American researchers have discovered that dark chocolate contains a compound that can reduce brain damage within 3.5 hours of a stroke. Researchers say that eating one serving of chocolate a week can reduce the risk of stroke by 22%.

　　Anti-disease effect 7: Lower blood pressure

　　A survey of 44 healthy adults by German researchers showed that those who ate no more than 30 calories of dark chocolate a day had an average blood pressure reduction of 2.9 mm Hg after 18 weeks. However, white chocolate and excessive chocolate consumption do not have this effect.