then have a piece of DARK chocolate which is packed with healthy antioxidants that will boost your overall health. what provides the antioxidant benefit of dark chocolate? cocoa! so the HIGHER the % of pure cocoa that is in dark chocolate, the darker it'll be. this also means less sugars! look for dark chocolate that has around 20g of carbs/ sugars per 100g.
so what are the other BENEFITS of dark chocolate?
it's good for your heart and it helps lower your blood pressure
it's good for your brain since it increases blood flow to your brain.
chocolate contains phenylethylamine (PEA), the same chemical your brain creates when you feel like you're falling in love. PEA encourages your brain to release endorphins, so eating dark chocolate will make you feel happier.
dark chocolate helps control blood sugar: the flavonoids in dark chocolate also help reduce insulin resistance by helping your cells to function normally and regain the ability to use your body's insulin efficiently.
dark chocolate contains theobromine so unlike most other sweets, lowers your risk of getting cavities if you practice proper dental hygiene.
it is high in vitamin and minerals like potassium, magnesium, sopper and iron
DARK chocolate also has a low glycemic index, meaning it won't cause huge spikes in blood sugar levels. but portion control is still important here... a piece once in a while to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings is totally ok!
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