EAT Chocolate it’s really good for YOU!
7 Reasons you should be eating more chocolate
C’mon get happy
Scientific studies have shown that chocolate has a positive effect on brain chemistry and is known to improve one’s mood. Scientific research tells us that eating chocolate triggers the release of endorphins, natural opiates in the brain known to reduce pain and enhance one’s mood and sense of pleasure. So eating chocolate truly is one of life’s pleasures. The key, of course, is to eat chocolate in moderation and as part of a balanced diet. No wonder then that more women reportedly prefer chocolate to sex! The key, of course, is to eat chocolate in moderation and as part of a balanced diet. Oh, and don’t forget to exercise regularly!
Take heart eat chocolate
Researchers have identified antioxidant compounds in chocolate called flavonoids that have a variety of health benefits. A small study in the American Medical Association Journal (May 1, 2002) demonstrated that certain kinds of cocoa rich in flavonoids help keep the red blood cells from clumping together. This aspirin like action may well reduce the risk of blood clots that could lead to heart attacks. Another study 1 year later noted that dark chocolate lowered blood pressure in elderly hypersensitive patients. It is reassuring to know that chocolate has these benefits. Chocolate compounds also seem to make blood vessels more flexible (J. Am. Coll. Nutr., June, 2004). Scientists believe that this is a plus for overall cardiovascular health.
Eating pure chocolate doesn’t make you fat
There are numerous long held myths surrounding one of the world’s favourite foods – chocolate. One of the biggest is that eating chocolate makes you fat. WRONG! The truth is no single food can be called “fattening”. As always, it is the amount consumed that will determine whether it contributes to body fat. It must also be considered that food is only half of the equation; exercise and activity are also crucial to controlling body fat.
Interestingly the United States, which has the highest mean body mass index in the western world consumes around half the amount of chocolate as the Swiss. So next time you feel like some chocolate, remember in moderation and by itself it won’t make you fat.
Chocolate doesn’t make your teeth decay
Chocolate is not a big contributor to tooth decay as cocoa contains substances that may inhibit the growth of the bacteria that leads to plaque and cavity formation; plus chocolate clears out of the mouth quickly.
High antioxidant content makes chocolate a healthy choice
It sounds too good to be true! For better health, drink wine and eat chocolate? Yes, and here’s why. Cocoa, the base compound of chocolate, contains significant amounts of antioxidants similar to those found in red wine. Research recently conducted in the USA indicates that 40g of milk chocolate contains as many antioxidants as a glass of red wine. These antioxidants are known to reduce the risk of heart disease by preventing the build up of fatty deposits in coronary arteries. We also know that antioxidants can also help the body resist common degenerative ageing diseases such as cancer.
Ideal high energy snack food
Chocolate contains carbohydrates and is ideal as a high-energy snack food, especially for those participating in outdoors activities such as hiking, cycling and rock climbing. It is often recommended as a high-performance snack for active sportsmen and women.
Chocolate is believed to stimulate the release of endorphins in the body, natural chemicals that help block pain and generate feelings of euphoria.
Nutritious cocoa used to create chocolate is a good source of phytonutrients, beta-carotene, aminos, protein, omega 3, calcium, zinc, iron, copper, sulphur, potassium – and possibly the best food source of muscle relaxing, stress relieving magnesium.
Chocolate is a ‘zit-free’ zone
It is a cliché to attribute poor skin conditions to diet. Pimples are commonly linked to poor diet, with chocolate often taking an unfair share of the blame. What we do know is that the underlying cause of common acne (pimples) is hormones, not food. Acne usually begins in puberty, which as we all know is a time of intense hormonal activity! The body’s sebaceous glands secrete “sebum”, an oily substance that flows naturally to the surface of the skin. Should this flow be blocked, the sebum accumulates to form a pimple. This is not a new discovery. Research some 30 years ago confirmed that eating chocolate had nothing to do with the appearance of pimples. So unfortunately, millions of teenagers around the world have needlessly altered their diet over the years, cutting out their favourite foods such as chocolate in a futile bid to clear up their zits!
The key, of course, is to eat chocolate in moderation and as part of a balanced diet & don’t forget to exercise!
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