Learn what the experts say and what daily dose of chocolate is the most healthy.
Flavanols act asantioxidants, mopping updamaging free radicalsthat are produced during cell metabolism.
They can also reduce resistance to insulin and make blood vessels more elastic, reducing blood pressure.
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Suggestions for a concrete number of grams or ounces are hard to come by.
It seems a little chocolate goes a long way in helping you to live longer.
With some research saying it really doesn’t matter, eat the amount of chocolate that works for you.
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