CHOCO-GREAT!

Chocolates can make you fat. it also causes and induces tooth decay that's why it can harm your health. well, think again! health researchers have found out that chocolates, especially the dark ones , really give a mouthful of health benefits aside from its indulging sweetness.

Generally, chocolate contains the following nutrients which are vital to our body:

protein - needed for cell growth

fat - a rich source of energy

vitamin E - essential for normal cell structure and maintenance. it also boosts the immune system

calcium, phosphorus and magnesium - minerals that make the bones and teeth strong

iron - mineral needed by the body to produce hemoglobin which carries oxygen in the blood

caffeine and theobomine - substances that stimulate the nervous system

copper - it helps the nervous system work properly

Cocoa, one of chocolate's main ingredients, contains immune system-boosting antioxidants like polyphenol and flavonoids. according to holland's national institute of public health, polyphenol prevents heart attack by protecting the fat-like substances in the bloodstream from oxidation. on the other hand, flavonoids fight cell-damaging free radicals.

and you better believe this: chocolate helps prevent tooth decay. yes. contrary to the belief that it causes tooth decay, researchers said that the cocoa butter in chocolate coats the teeth thus preventing the cavity causing bacteria like streptotocus from sticking themselves on the tooth's surface.

so rejoice chocoholics for now there are healthy-sweet reasons to grab a bite of that yummy, irresistable chocolate bar.

source: health today