Flavonoids are known to fight off heart disease. Not only is this antioxidant found in red wine and tea, it is in chocolate! Many chocolates have the “good” stuff processed right out of it. To get the benefits of chocolate choose dark chocolate and avoid mild chocolate.

The benefits of flavonoids:

  • Lower platelets production
  • Balance eicosanoids
  • Relax blood vessels

This delicious addition to a heart healthy diet has its side effects due to the high calories and fats that are in many chocolate products. Add marshmallow, caramel, etc. to the chocolates and the benefits are reduced.

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