{"id":13178,"date":"2021-05-05T13:08:10","date_gmt":"2021-05-05T13:08:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ukrgate.com\/eng\/?p=13178"},"modified":"2021-05-05T13:08:22","modified_gmt":"2021-05-05T13:08:22","slug":"love-for-chocolate-several-advantages-and-disadvantages","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ukrgate.com\/eng\/?p=13178","title":{"rendered":"Love for Chocolate, Several Advantages and Disadvantages"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Chocolate is loved by almost everyone, and not without reason: it is not only delicious but also useful. However, it is not necessary to admire it excessively – there can be unpleasant consequences<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kyiv. Ukraine. Ukraine Gate – May 5, 2021 \u2013 Lifestyle<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reduces pressure<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because of the sweetness, many people’s blood pressure only rises<\/a>, but chocolate has the opposite effect. It contains flavonoids that can reduce the numbers on the tonometer. It is best to eat dark chocolate, which has more cocoa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reduces inflammation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bitter chocolate helps to feel better: the combination of substances in its composition fights the diseased cells of the body. It is enough to “take” it 20 grams a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Protects from the sun<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You do not need to apply a bar of chocolate to your face! Flavanol helps protect against harmful UV rays. In addition, chocolate improves blood circulation, and with it – the appearance of the skin<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Improves memory<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Studies have shown that within 30 minutes after eating chocolate increases the speed of the brain: improves memory and the ability to absorb new information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Improves athletic performance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thanks to chocolate, many people can exercise longer and get less tired. Thanks to epicatechin, which is found in cocoa beans and helps to saturate the blood with oxygen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Deteriorates the condition of bones<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This was tested in 2008 in a control group of elderly women who ate chocolate daily. Their bones became more fragile. It is assumed that the “culprits” in this are sugar and cocoa <\/a>butter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May cause migraine<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This side effect also occurs when <\/a>chocolate is abused. About 22% of migraine patients complain of this, but there is no scientific evidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Increases heart rate<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chocolate contains methylxanthine, which relaxes the abdominal muscles and helps speed up the heart rate. In addition, it enhances reflux (ejection of stomach contents into the esophagus).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Promotes weight gain<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite all the benefits, chocolate is a high-calorie delicacy, and if you eat it in large quantities, you can see an unpleasant result on the scales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read also: Brioche Easter Cake Recipe with Chocolate Filling<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Source: Ukrgate<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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