YUM! Who knew it can actually be HEALTHY?!?!
Dark Chocolate:
NOT ALL DARK CHOCOLATE IS CREATED EQUAL! So here's what to buy:
A LITTLE GOES A LONG WAY! 1 ounce per day (1 inch sq) is all you really need (I know, I can go for more than that sometimes too!!) So, don't worry about falling off the wagon one day. Just get right back on the next!
Ciao!
~Mary
Dark Chocolate:
- Contains flavanoids, which are a type of antioxidant that is found in red wine, tea, some fruits and veggies (all of my favorite things!!)
- It decreases LDL (bad) cholesterol, increases blood flow
- It increases serotonin and endorphins - all the things that make you HAPPY!
- It contains calcium, magnesium and potassium
NOT ALL DARK CHOCOLATE IS CREATED EQUAL! So here's what to buy:
- It should be greater than 60% cacao to reap the health benefits
- Should not contain palm or coconut oil, and instead be made from cocoa butter
- The darker the better!
- Best to buy organic/fair trade
A LITTLE GOES A LONG WAY! 1 ounce per day (1 inch sq) is all you really need (I know, I can go for more than that sometimes too!!) So, don't worry about falling off the wagon one day. Just get right back on the next!
Ciao!
~Mary
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