Even her lovers may not know her… A doctor reveals unexpected benefits of chocolate • Al Marsad Newspaper

Al-Marsad Newspaper – Agencies: Dr. Alexander Myasnikov announced that chocolate is not only a delicious food item, but an essential component of a healthy diet, which cannot be dispensed with.

An essential food item

Myasnikov points out on his TV show that, according to a number of medical associations, chocolate should be eaten because it is one of the seven essential foodstuffs – fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, whole grains and garlic.

biologically active substances

He explained that chocolate contains a huge amount of biologically active substances. But you should not eat milk chocolate that contains only milk fat, but rather dark chocolate, which contains no less than 70 percent cocoa, as it is sufficient to eat only a small piece of it per day and not a whole bar.

Improve mood and reduce cough

He pointed out that chocolate contains biologically active substances that improve mood, as well as substances that relieve coughing. And chocolate strengthens blood vessels, so it is included in the diet to prevent Alzheimer’s disease.

Revitalize and refresh

He added that chocolate is energizing and refreshing, and because it is a source of caffeine, it contains a slightly lower percentage than coffee and tea. Also, people who suffer from heart disease and high blood pressure can take it.

Natural antioxidant

Chocolate is a natural antioxidant, as it contains substances that stimulate serotonin and acetocin.

In general, he concluded, “the cocoa bean is indeed a panacea.”