This is a day that is often filled with roses, cards and CHOCOLATE!
Believe it or not, dark chocolate is a heart-healthy choice (when not loaded up with sugar and saturated fat). Combine it with almonds and it gets even healthier because almonds can help reduce blood clots. When enjoyed in moderation, studies show that Dark Chocolate can be a heart healthy choice.
Dark Chocolate can help in:
- Making platelets in the blood less sticky and able to create clots, which can cause heart attack or stroke.
- Processing nitric oxide, which helps improve blood flow throughout the body, including the brain.
- Lowering the risk of insulin resistance, which reduces the risk of diabetes.
- Controlling chronic inflammation, which can lead to heart disease..
Keep in mind the higher the percentage of cocoa, the greater the amount of flavanols, but also the greater the bitter flavor. Just a bite or so a day is all you need to reap the cardiovascular benefits.
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