Recent developments on the benefits of chocolate from MNT news
Chocolate could prevent obesity and diabetes, study suggests. Researchers discovered that a certain antioxidant in cocoa - the main ingredient in chocolate - prevented mice from gaining weight and lowered their blood sugar levels. Their study was published in the Journal of Agricultural Food and Chemistry in February 2014.
Could a cocoa extract prevent Alzheimer's? Researchers found that a cocoa extract - called lavado - may reduce or block damage to nerve pathways found in patients with Alzheimer's disease. This means that symptoms of the condition - such as cognitive decline - could be prevented.
Dark chocolate 'may improve walking ability for PAD patients'. Numerous studies claim that in moderation, dark chocolate is good for our health. Now, a new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association adds to the evidence, suggesting that it may help increase walking distance for people with peripheral artery disease.
Chocolate consumption linked to lower stroke and heart disease risk. There is more good news for chocolate lovers - a new study that tracks the impact of diet on the long-term health of 25,000 men and women suggests eating up to 100 g of chocolate each day is linked to lower risks for heart disease and stroke.