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The author stresses on the confirmatory meta-analysis and cohort study concerning the Swedish adults who determined chocolate and cocoa flavanol consumption helps in lowering the risk of myocardial infarction and coronary artery disease. He states that the evidence-based trials concluded favorable effects of cocoa on insulin sensitivity, high-density lipoprotein levels and blood pressure. He also discusses the trend in medical literature on the use of food as medicine.

The article looks at the health benefits of chocolate for the brain or heart as claimed in various media stories, with focus on the effects of flavanols contained in chocolates. It notes that cocoa beans have high concentrations of the phytochemical flavanol, large amounts of which have been shown to enhance endothelial function in arteries which contributes to improved blood and oxygen flow. Discussed are various studies to determine other potential benefits of flavanols in chocolate. INSETS: Take a Powder;Loco for Cocoa.

In a large, population-based, prospective cohort study of Danish people aged 50-64 years, researchers found that chocolate intake was inversely related to incidental rates of atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article reports that according to studies conducted by Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and Harvard University School of Public Health, flavonoids in chocolates reduce heart attack risk and improve cardiovascular function. It also presents recipes for Tropical Chocolate Fondue and Chocolate Cherry Irish Soda Bread.

The article presents research which assessed the recovery of dietary flavanols from cocoa. Topics covered include the daily consumption of dietary flavanols to boost the health of aging people. Also mentioned is the impact of dietary flavanols on the cognitive function or brain performance of patients.

The article focuses on the benefits of clinical trials to yield better information and improve the experience for participants and the types such as randomized, controlled clinical trials (RCTs) and observational investigations. Topics discussed include clinical trial provide opportunity to contribute to medical knowledge, clinical trial provide chance to receive a promising new treatment and need of accepting risk for an adverse effect.

The article presents information on therapeutic use of cocoa extract for improving eczema-like symptoms. It discusses a research study on rodents which shows that the polyphenols contained in cocoa can improve Eczema-like symptoms. Under the study, researchers investigated the skin in mice after an injection of house dust mite extract (Dermatophagoides farinae) and how the thickness of the skin changes.

The article offers information about the Frauenmond Swiss herb chocolate bars developed by Swiss pastry chef Marc Widmer to help women alleviate menstrual pain.

The article presents a question and answer about the health benefits of vitamin pills and chocolate.

The article discusses the benefits and risks caused by chocolates in a person's health, particularly in the heart and brain. According to the Harvard School of Public Health's Department of Nutrition scientist, Doctor Eric Ding, the cocoa ingredient of chocolate is beneficial to health but the others like sugar are not. It also cites the study by Ding and colleagues on the benefits of cocoa flavonoids to the heart.

The article discusses the benefits of drinking cocoa high in flavanols to the cognitive function in older adults with early memory loss. It states that the flavanols found in cocoa and dark chocolates influence the circulatory system and maintain the flexibility of arteries in older people. It also notes that the cocoa flavanols enhanced blood-level function in the brain which boost cognition.

The article discusses research which was conducted by researchers at Harvard Medical School and found that cocoa flavonoids that are found in chocolate and products containing cocoa are beneficial to human health. Information that consumers can use to ensure that they are purchasing chocolate with the most health benefits is offered. A recipe for iced cocoa is presented.

The article offers health news briefs. A study published in the October 2010 issue of the "Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research" suggests that strength training may improve circulation. A study in the "British Journal of Sports Medicine" found that individuals who exercised five or more times per week had less cold symptoms over a three month period. A study in the November 2010 issue of "Archives of Ophthalmology" found that supplements do not prevent cataracts.

The article offers information on the health benefits associated with eating chocolates and also mentions the advantages and disadvantages of presence of cadmium in chocolates. It mentions a study conducted by American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, which investigates the role of eating flavanol-enriched cocoa powder in improving measures of cognitive functioning in older people.

The article discusses the health benefits of cocoa flavanols that are naturally-occurring bioactive compounds found in the cocoa beans of the fruit produced by the cacao tree. It mentions that flavanols are type of plant nutrient found in several foods and drinks such as tea, red wine, and blueberries. It notes that flavanols in cocoa can help lower blood pressure, improve blood flow to the brain, and heart, and fight cell damage.

The article discusses a study published in a 2014 issue of the "American Journal of Clinical Nutrition" on what coca flavanols can do for the brain.

The article presents questions and answers related to health including what kinds of cocoa should be used in a hot chocolate drink, whether it is not beneficial to exercise on an empty stomach, and how much sodium is consumed when dining out in restaurants.

The article provides tips to live a healthy life. According to a study published online on August 14, 2013 in "PLOS Online" face-to-face communication increases happiness whereas spending same time while doing messages on Facebook make people feel worse. A study published in the "New England Journal of Medicine" states a 18-year study to show that people taking Proscar and generic to treat enlarged prostate are less likely to develop prostate cancer than those who took a placebo.

The article presents an analysis of why drugs may not be enough to treat high blood pressure. One of the reasons is that many people require three or more medications to control their blood pressure, and with the wide range of medications available, it is difficult for an individual to find the right combination. Currently, a new type of treatment called renal denervation is undergoing clinical trials which is an opportunity to develop a treatment that could permanently reduce hypertension.

The article suggests the health benefits of chocolate. A brief background on the origin of chocolate is provided. According to researchers, the bitterness of a chocolate is a mark of the very high content of flavanol phytonutrients in its unprocessed state. This high concentration of flavanols enhances blood vessel function throughout the body, according to ongoing studies.

The article reports that as per a new review for the prestigious Cocbrane Library, consuming dark chocolate or cocoa powder shows a small reduction in blood pressure over a short term, which might complement other treatment options and contribute towards reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.

The article reports a study by Luc Djoussé and colleagues from the Harvard Medical School which reports that cocoa in dark chocolate reduces unhealthy cholesterol. It states that flavanols in chocolate inhibit cholesterol absorption, thus being beneficial, despite its content of fats and calories. Also included are comments from Jeffrey B. Blumberg, Director of Tufts' Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging (HNRCA) Antioxidants Research Laboratory.

The article offers information on a study which investigates the health benefits of flavonoids found in cocoa beans and dark chocolate to reduce heart failure risk among middle-aged women. Results show that cocoa and dark chocolate are already linked with a reduced risk for strokes, heart attacks, and death from heart disease. It also suggests that women who consume one to three servings of chocolate per month had a 26% lower risk for health failure compared to women who did not eat chocolate.

The article discusses research which focused on the health and nutritional benefits of cocoa supplements.

Could plain chocolate cure David Newnham's cough? [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]