Chocolate Day 2026: Sweet Health benefits of Dark Chocolate (X)
New Delhi: Not everyday experts gives you a excuse to snack. On Chocolate Day, health experts are reminding people that dark chocolate can be more than a love and sweet treat gesture for your health.
According to health experts, if dark chocolate is eaten in small amounts and chosen wisely, it may offer several benefits for the heart, mood, and overall well-being.
Dark chocolate, especially which contains 70 per cent cocoa or more, has less sugar and more plant compounds than milk chocolate.
The experts say that dark chocolate contains cocoa solids rich in flavonoids: plant compounds that are excellent at reducing inflammation, and improving blood flow.
Dark chocolate can help lower blood pressure, improve heart health, and enhance insulin sensitivity.
According to experts, there are evidence that cocoa flavonoids can help heart health. The dark chocolates help in better blood flow, lower blood pressure, and reduced risk of blood clots.
Health experts say that these effects could help lower the chances of heart disease over time.
Manu people claim that after consuming dark chocolate they notice a mood lift
According to science, it happens because it can stimulate the release of natural brain chemicals like serotonin and endorphins, which are tied to feelings of pleasure and calm.
Studies suggest that eating chocolate can help in chronic stress that raises cortisol levels, which affects sleep, immunity, weight, and mood.
It is not proved but yes dark chocolate may play a role in managing appetite. Its healthy fats and fibre can help you feel full for longer, which might reduce snacking.
According to nutritionists, a small portion, about 20-30 grams a day, of high-cocoa dark chocolate can be part of a healthy diet. Too much, and the calories and fats can outweigh the benefits.
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