i've heard it can help fight cancer
2007-02-03 08:05:25 · 5 answers · asked by ibelieveinlife 2 in Food & Drink ➔ Other - Food & Drink
Hi there, fellow dark chodolate lover!!! From the site about.com, here is what I have found:
"Chocolate's Dark Secret
There’s no getting around the fact that chocolate is a high fat food. But there is growing evidence that, in small quantities, some kinds of chocolate may actually be good for you. Dark chocolate is naturally rich in flavonoids (or more specifically, flavanols, a sub-class of these antioxidants). These compounds are thought to lower blood pressure and help protect against heart disease—among other things. Recent studies conducted both in the U.S. and Europe seem to support chocolate’s beneficial effects on the cardiovascular system, encouraging at least one chocolate manufacturer—Mars—to develop a proprietary method of processing cocoa beans, aimed specifically at preserving flavonoid content. Traditional roasting and fermentation methods are thought to destroy up to three-quarters of these compounds. Mars now puts its Cocoapro trademark on some of its products, indicating the use of this method.
What about the Fat?
It’s still hard to think of chocolate as a health food. Part of the allure is the guilty pleasure of eating it. But before we raid the candy store, it’s worth remembering that chocolate is not a low calorie food. A serving size of Dove dark chocolate (40 grams) contains 210 calories and 13 grams of fat, 8 of which are saturated, although some of this saturated fat is in the form of stearic acid, which is converted by the liver into a “healthier” monounsaturated fat. "
..As with everything, moderation is the key thing to remember. Good luck!!
2007-02-03 08:17:53 · answer #1 · answered by rc 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dark chocolate has antioxidants which help prevent free radicals in our bodies. So, yes, it can prevent cancer.
2007-02-03 16:12:19 · answer #2 · answered by helplessromatic2000 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is. It has natural antioxidants in it. Although there is a minimum you can eat per day, or week. Unlike myself. I eat it all the time. That's probably why I gained all the weight that I have. LOL
2007-02-03 16:13:55 · answer #3 · answered by izzitonme 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no only is it good for you, but it tastes better too. its full of antioxidants that help everything from digestion to cancer prevension. half a hersey bar a day is a good idea.
2007-02-03 16:15:49 · answer #4 · answered by Warnstedt 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In moderation,yes.It is full of antioxidants.
2007-02-03 17:09:14 · answer #5 · answered by Candi Apples 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋