The “superfoods“, that term so fashionable today, refer to foods (mostly raw) that are richer in nutrients than cooked and processed. In turn, they are rich in enzymes and are packed with vitamins, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. In this sense, one of the most popular superfoods is dark chocolate, which has interesting health benefits.
- Thanks to its calories, chocolate provides a lot of energy to the body.
- It is an antidepressant. Dark chocolate is a good ally of pleasure, as it contains phenylethylamine, a substance that secretes the brain naturally and is the same as in love.
- It benefits the heart, since dark chocolate promotes an adequate blood flow by possessing powerful antioxidants, such as catechins, epicatechin and procyanidins.
- It helps lower blood pressure and improve blood circulation. Dark chocolate produces nitric oxide, which is a gas that helps relax arteries.
- Dark chocolate is good for tooth enamel, helping not to get tooth decay. This is because cocoa contains ” streptococcus mutans “, a bacterium that determines the production of acid that causes tooth decay and that is contrasted by cocoa antioxidants, which limit the production of acid.
- Stimulates the central nervous system because it has theobromine, a substance with an action very similar to that of caffeine.
- Prevents premature aging of the skin, providing smoother and more resistant to UV rays thanks to its high concentration of antioxidants.
- Increases the feeling of satiety, making it ideal for those who want to control their weight. Of course, always consumed with restraint.
- Improves memory. Some scholars relate the intake of dark chocolate with a lower risk of memory loss in older people and with an improvement in cognitive performance.
- Dark chocolate is a natural aphrodisiac and intensifies libido, especially of women.
So, so many benefits.
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