This review describes the cardiovascular effects of chocolate. - GreenMedInfo Summary
The Cardiovascular effects of chocolate.
Rev Cardiovasc Med. 2018 Dec 30 ;19(4):123-127. PMID: 31064163
Jose P Garcia
The antioxidants as polyphenols, especially flavanols present in cocoa, exert a favorable effect on endothelium vasodilation, modulate inflammatory markers, and decrease platelet aggregation, lipid oxidation and insulin resistance. Recent nutritional intervention trials and molecular studies demonstrate that consumption of cocoa, particularly rich in flavanols, is beneficial to promote cardiovascular health. This review describes the cardiovascular effects of chocolate.