Chocolate, a treasure trove of health benefits ...
Chocolate, made from the cocoa bean, is often very popular with gourmets. What if chocolate combined indulgence and health benefits?
Cocoa, thanks to the fibres of which it is composed, would limit constipation by stimulating intestinal transit. Thus, the more chocolate has a high cocoa content, the more fibre it contains. 100g of dark chocolate with 70% cocoa contains, for example, about 15g of fibre, which is more than certain vegetables such as zucchini or cucumber. In addition, chocolate also contains polyphenols which strengthen the intestinal mucosa, one of the bulwarks of our immune system ...
An antioxidant ally
Chocolate is one of the foods richest in flavonoids, with about 10% of the antioxidants in cocoa powder. The latter plays a significant role in the prevention of certain diseases such as cancer and make it possible to fight against the premature ageing of cells. More surprisingly, the antioxidant capacity of cocoa would be 2 to 3 times higher than that of green tea and wine.
Benefits on the cardiovascular and blood systems
Dark chocolate improves the functioning of the arteries and blood circulation.
Flavonoids limit the development of bad cholesterol (LDL), dilate blood vessels and improve clotting, thus reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. However, chocolate should be consumed in moderation because its energy contribution remains high with 500kcal per 100g or 1/4 of our daily needs. On the other hand, consuming only 2 squares of dark chocolate per day would lower blood pressure and thus prevent heart problems ...
The benefits of morale
Cocoa is an excellent source of magnesium.
It helps fight fatigue, stress and anxiety. It also contains tryptophan (= amino acids) which are transformed and transmit serotonin to the body. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that plays an essential role in the mood by providing a feeling of calm and well-being, which often leads us to think of chocolate as an antidepressant. The simple fact of tasting chocolate brings comfort and satisfaction since it would also promote the secretion of endorphins, the hormone of happiness.
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