Dark chocolate and her magic

The ancient Mayans considered it food of the gods and were not mistaken: the chocolate is actually good for health.

Of course this applies to dark chocolate. In fact, as soon as the dark chocolate, this is better for your health.

5 good reasons why it pays to eat dark chocolate

First Heart health - Dark chocolate protects the heart and cardiovascular system. Clinical studies confirm that few squares of chocolate a day reduces blood pressure, improves blood circulation, prevents blood clots and reduce the level of LDL (harmful) cholesterol.

Second Antidepressant - Chocolate contains serotonin, which acts against depression, and endorphins, which gives a sense of satisfaction. Chocolate has long been known as an aphrodisiac, which makes it a popular gift on Valentine's Day.

Third Treasury antioxidants - Dark chocolate and cocoa are rich in antioxidants - natural compounds which can be found in fruits, vegetables, grains and nuts. Antioxidants protect our body from premature aging and many diseases, including cancer.

4th Regulation of sugar - Regardless of its sweet flavor, dark chocolate has a low glycemic index. This means that eating dark chocolate does not raise blood sugar levels, which is good news for diabetics. Not only that - flavonoids, which contain chocolate, just treat diabetes, because it improves cell sensitivity to insulin and glucose.

5th Important minerals - Like other representatives of the vegetation, chocolate contains a full range of vitamins and minerals. It is rich in copper, magnesium, calcium, potassium and iron.

Why dark chocolate?

- Dark chocolate contains more antioxidants than milk, because it has a higher proportion of cocoa

- Dark chocolate has less calories, violence and the protection is high in fiber - which is better for people who want to lose weight

Myths and facts about chocolate

First Chocolate contains a lot of caffeine

It is not true. Chocolate contains small amounts of caffeine. One dark chocolate (100 g) contains the same amount of caffeine a chance, you and a cup of coffee.

Second Chocolate causes acne

It is not true. Research has not shown any association between acne and consumption of chocolate, even in large quantities.

Third Chocolate causes cavities

It is not true. Recently, scientists increasingly agree with it, not just sugar that cause cavities, but any food that is a long time in the mouth. For example, snacks and dried fruits can be easily stuck between the teeth and cause cavities become.

4th There are many people allergic to chocolate

The misconception. Cocoa allergy is rare. Most people are allergic to milk, egg, soy, wheat and nuts, which may contain chocolate. If you are allergic, read labels carefully and buy the dark chocolate, which does not contain these allergens.

Do not overdo it with chocolate

As in all things, the diet needs balance. Eating chocolate is good but not good if you eat it too. A few cubes of dark chocolate a day is enough to get the benefits of antioxidants and minerals it contains.

The healthiest chocolate from biological cultivation, which contains no white sugar.

How often do you eat chocolate? Do you think that chocolate is healthy?