2006-07-03 01:32:29 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
Dark chocolate has flavinoids which are good for the body, but there is a lot of fat in chocolate, so it won't be good for weight loss if you eat more than just a little.
2006-07-03 01:36:11 · answer #1 · answered by kanajlo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Before you go out and stock up on Snickers, there are some caveats. First the chocolate must be free of added saturated fats and rich in cocoa. Cocoa is the plant that chocolate is made from,and it is where the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory polyphenols come from.
This combination of properties can be found only in special kinds of dark chocolate. So when you go out and stock up on chocolate, take the following factors into consideration: The chocolate should have only minimal amounts of added sugar, and it should have as much cocoa in it as possible. Many of the dark chocolates that are on the market today specify the content of cocoa on the label. You should aim for at least 70 percent cocoa content. In addition, keep in mind that even this special kind of dark chocolate should be eaten in moderation, about two to three ounces a day. Don’t start eating 15 chocolate bars a day and think it will improve your health!
2006-07-03 13:17:12 · answer #2 · answered by mikeagonistes 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Where did you hear this rumor? If true, I'd have to assume the whole country would become chocolate addicts.
In small amounts, dark chocolate does have some redeeming qualities for the body. But if you turn it into large consistent doses, and you will be eating high-sugar, high-fat.
2006-07-03 09:54:09 · answer #3 · answered by bigrock45 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think everything in moderation is good. =) But I have heard that dark chocolate will help. I haven't tried it yet! But if you do...please let me know how it goes for ya!
2006-07-03 08:36:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No-dark chocolate is only good for the heart.
No choclolate (except ex-lax for aneorexics) will help you to lose weight. (albeit temporarily).
2006-07-03 09:49:04 · answer #5 · answered by Big Bear 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
nope its probably a commercial ad for black chocolate! however, compared to milk chocolate, it is less fattening
2006-07-03 08:36:49 · answer #6 · answered by contentwithlife 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I read it about dark chocolate and semi sweet. they may be the same but i don't know about that for sure
2006-07-03 08:35:34 · answer #7 · answered by nastaany1 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it has caffeine, theobromine and other stimulants which increase your metabolism (the amount of energy you burn), but its loaded with fat and sugar so youll gain a lot more than it burns so no it doesnt work...
2006-07-03 08:36:40 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not at all.
2006-07-03 08:35:54 · answer #9 · answered by J.SWAMY I ఇ జ స్వామి 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
nope !!
2006-07-03 08:35:26 · answer #10 · answered by jason p 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋