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Authors :
SCHARDT, DAVID
Source :
Nutrition Action Health Letter. Dec2013, Vol. 40 Issue 10, p8-11. 4p. 7 Color Photographs, 1 Chart.
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

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.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
08857792
Volume :
40
Issue :
10
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Nutrition Action Health Letter
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
92580656