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Dark Chocolate is a product made from the fruit of the cacao tree. Which is considered one of the Superfoods (Superfood), which is full of nutrients. and antioxidants That has many benefits for the body. Joker, today we have some interesting information about dark chocolate for you. Let's see that What are the wonderful benefits of dark chocolate?

dark chocolate Foods that are rich in many nutrients
Standard dark chocolate There should be a high amount of cocoa. Because cocoa is rich in nutrients and minerals that can be dissolved in water. By dark chocolate containing 70-85 percent cocoa, 100 grams contains

- 11 grams of dietary fiber
- Iron 67% of the daily intake.
- Magnesium, 58% of the daily intake
- Copper 89% of the daily intake.
- Manganese 98% of the daily intake.
- Potassium, phosphorus, zinc and selenium in large quantities

Moreover Dark chocolate also contains good fats. The amount of fat in chocolate is mostly are saturated fats and monounsaturated fats. There is only a small part. that is polyunsaturated fat

Also in dark chocolate They also contain small amounts of stimulants such as caffeine and theobromine. However, the amount of these stimulants is not as high as a cup of coffee to keep you awake.

100 grams of dark chocolate contains 600 calories and a certain amount of sugar. Therefore, it should be estimated in moderation. But before consuming it, be sure to check the nutrition label next to the product to see how much sugar it contains.

The benefits of dark chocolate

1. Dark chocolate is a source of antioxidants.
Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants. both polyphenols (Pholyphenols), flavonoids (Flavonoids), catechins (Catechins), and others, which contribute to the protection of free radicals. not to harm the cells in the body

2. Dark chocolate helps with blood circulation. and lower blood pressure
Dark chocolate contains flavonoids. which is a substance that can strengthen the inner walls of blood vessels (Endothelium) to produce nitric oxide (Nitric Oxide; NO), which is responsible for signaling. relax blood vessels Reduce resistance to blood flow and lower blood pressure From the experiment, it was found that Cocoa and Dark Chocolate Has the ability to increase blood flow and can reduce blood pressure But there is not much effect.

3. Dark Chocolate Reduces Risk in the occurrence of cardiovascular disease
Dark chocolate contains compounds. It helps in the long-term fight against the oxidation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL). This ability is also effective in reducing the amount of cholesterol in the arteries. This reduces the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

There is also research that provides interesting information about dark chocolate. with the benefits of reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease as follows:

- One study points to the benefits of chocolate for heart disease. Researchers studied 470 older adults and found that after 15 years of eating dark chocolate, people had a 50 percent lower risk of dying from cardiovascular disease.

- One study found that About 32 percent of those who ate dark chocolate twice a week were less likely to develop clogged arteries.

- One study revealed that Eating chocolate more than 5 times a week It can reduce the risk of developing heart disease symptoms by 57 percent.