Chocolate is one food item that is consumed and enjoyed in every occasion of our lives. Celebrating something?Chocolate. Sad? Chocolate. Stressed? Chocolate. As much as chocolate satisfies our taste buds, what if I tell you that it also carries numerous health benefits?Unbelievable?I know. Dark chocolate has more added health benefits for humans than any other chocolate.People all around the world have been consuming chocolate since as early as 460 AD. It was initially consumed for its medicinal purposes or used as a medium to carry other medicines.

What makes dark chocolate healthy?

Dark chocolate is a rich source of anti-oxidants and hence known as super food also. More the content of cocoa in your dark chocolate, healthier it is for your body.It makes your mood lighter,reduces risk of heart diseases and can even prevent cancer.  Many studies have come to prove that it may even be better than fluoride for your teeth and we support every study that favor eating chocolate. Isn’t it? 

One study shows that dark chocolate increases blood flow to your brain and helps with cognitive thinking as you age.

How does dark chocolate help your oral health?

Dark chocolate is a good source of polyphenols, natural chemicals that can limit oral bacteria. They are also able to neutralize microorganisms that cause bad breath and prevent some bacteria from turning sugar and starches into acid, which love to wreck havoc on your teeth. 

Antioxidants in dark chocolate have been shown to fight periodontal disease. And research suggests it might be better at fighting tooth decay than fluoride. There’s also a compound found in chocolate called CBH that could be used in mouthwashes and toothpaste someday.

 How many chocolates can you consume in a day?

Although now we know all the benefits of dark chocolate but that doesn’t mean we eat dark chocolate all day. Too many calories won’t look good on your waistline.  We can stop at 6-7 grams of dark chocolate for a day but more than that that won’t be suggestive.  

Also remember that all the benefits are of cocoa that the chocolate contains so to gain maximum benefits we should consume 70% dark chocolate, milk chocolate will only give you cavities. 

 Last advice of the day, no matter how beneficial a food item is, don’t go to bed without brushing because we don’t want any food item to stick to your teeth for a longer time.