1. Very nutritious
If you buy quality dark chocolate with a high cocoa content, then it’s quite nutritious.
2. Powerful source of antioxidants
ORAC stands for oxygen radical absorbance capacity. It’s a measure of the antioxidant activity of foods.
3. May improve blood flow and lower blood pressure
The flavanols in dark chocolate can stimulate the endothelium, the lining of arteries, to produce nitric oxide (NO)
5. May reduce heart disease risk
6. May protect your skin from the sun
7. Could improve brain function