The debate over whether or not consuming dark chocolate promotes health and how it does this may be closer to a resolution, or at least for one component of dark chocolate; cocoa powder. For centuries there have been anecdotal stories of the benefits of chocolate. One source included such benefits as reducing the risk of diabetes, protecting against UV radiation, decreasing appetite, improving vision and reducing blood pressure. Studies on the consumption of milk chocolate and dark chocolate have drawn favorable conclusions and others have not been able to replicate the same findings. There has been speculation on what might contribute to any beneficial outcomes in some individuals and not...
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