Dark Vs Milk Chocolate: The Healthy Benefits of Dark Chocolate

Time and time again we all have heard Dark Chocolate is healthier than Milk Chocolate, but do you know why? Although Milk Chocolate may taste great and is the number one choice of chocolate from our experience you might want to consider Dark Chocolate for your next event. Remember not all chocolate are created equal.  
Milk Chocolate contains less of the original cocoa bean than Dark Chocolate. Milk Chocolate is often modified with the incorporation of other ingredients such as milk solids, sugar and cream. Since Dark Chocolate tends to have more cocoa present and Milk Chocolate nutritional quality is small compared with the Dark.  The higher the cocoa the more of nutrition quality and healthy it is for you.  Flavonoids are a source of cocoa. Flavonoids are a type of antioxidants. Antioxidants protect the body from damage caused by harmful molecules also known as free radicals. Antioxidants are of nutrition value and this is why Dark Chocolate is considered to be a better choice than Milk Chocolate.

“The Benefits of Flavonoids are often found in wine, fruits, vegetables, and, of course, Dark Chocolate. These flavonoids have been shown to reduce the amount of cell damage often implicated in heart disease. Flavonoids also help improve vascular function and can assist in lowering blood pressure. They can also enhance the power of vitamin C and prevent inflammation throughout the body when eaten in proper amounts. Some studies have also shown that they may be beneficial in keeping blood glucose levels stable and may help normalize cholesterol levels as well." The following is publish in Fit Magazine. 
Overall do enjoy chocolate in moderation and should you enjoy dark chocolate look to see if it is at least 65% cacao. There are a variety of ways to enjoy your chocolate and have a sweet day. Happy Dippings – Yummie Fountains

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