Chocolate is Good for Your Heart
Yes, you read the title correctly! The good news is studies show that dark succulent treat we eat to satisfy a craving, or for emotional comfort is actually healthy for us. This is good news for us and for my character Madison Knight * . She loves her Hershey bars. What exactly is chocolate--besides what many term a 'guilty pleasure'? It’s probably not a question you’ve given tremendous thought to. At least I know I never did before, but chocolate is derived from plants and actually contains many of the health benefits that come with dark vegetables. What are the health benefits of dark chocolate? - it contains antioxidants which protects the body from aging and protects the heart from disease - lowers blood pressure - lowers cholesterol Chocolate also has the ability to provide a feeling of pleasure, act as an anti-depressant, and stimulate you as caffeine does. And, another bonus with chocolate? It’s low in fat. Why should you...