How can I eat chocolate and stay healthy?
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RealAge answered:To get the most bang for your bite when eating chocolate:
- Choose dark chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
- Enjoy chocolate in small portions a few times a week. An ounce or two is a sensible serving.
- Check the label. Avoid chocolate made with palm or coconut oils or any oil that has been hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated.
- Don't drink milk with your chocolate. Studies show that milk may inhibit the body's ability to absorb the chocolate's antioxidants.
To get the most bang for your bite when eating chocolate: Choose dark chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%. Enjoy chocolate in small portions a few times a week. An ounce or two is a sensible serving. Check the label. Avoid chocolate made... More -
Intermountain Healthcare answered:Here's how to handle chocolate hankerings in a healthy way: Choose chocolate that's low in sugar and fat. Avoid milk chocolate. Instead, go for dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content. A 1/2- to 1-ounce serving of rich dark chocolate (about half a regular-size chocolate bar) will satisfy a sweet craving while giving you a good dose of flavonoids (plant nutrients that may improve heart health).Here's how to handle chocolate hankerings in a healthy way: Choose chocolate that's low in sugar and fat. Avoid milk chocolate. Instead, go for dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content. A 1/2- to 1-ounce serving of rich dark chocolate... More
