The efficacy and function of chocolate

1, relieve diarrhea

The cocoa content of dark chocolate varies from 50% to 90%. Cocoa is rich in polyphenols called flavonoids, which can inhibit the absorption of protein, chloride ions and water in the intestine, thus reducing water loss and preventing people from dehydration due to diarrhea.

2. Prevent colds

British research shows that the sweet smell of chocolate can reduce the chance of catching a cold. The theobromine contained in chocolate is beneficial to the health of nervous system, and its cough relieving effect is better than that of ordinary cold medicine.

3. Steady blood sugar

According to reports, an Italian study found that healthy people ate dark chocolate for 15 days, and their sensitivity to insulin was enhanced. Doctors estimate that dark chocolate may be helpful to diabetics. A recent study also found that flavanols in dark chocolate can stabilize blood sugar.

4. Relieve stress

Chocolate can raise the level of a chemical called "Sai Lottonen" in the brain. It can bring people a sense of peace, better eliminate tension and play a role in relieving stress.

5, lower blood pressure

A survey of 44 healthy adults by German researchers showed that after eating dark chocolate with no more than 30 calories a day, their blood pressure decreased by an average of 2.9 mm Hg after 18 weeks. However, white chocolate and excessive consumption of chocolate do not have this effect.

6. Prevent stroke

American researchers have found that dark chocolate contains a compound that can reduce brain damage within 3.5 hours of a patient's stroke. Researchers say that eating one serving of chocolate a week can reduce the risk of stroke by 22%.

7, good for the heart

Dark chocolate contains a natural antioxidant flavone, which can prevent blood vessels from hardening, increase myocardial vitality, relax muscles, and prevent cholesterol from accumulating in blood vessels, and has certain effects on preventing and treating cardiovascular diseases.

Health tips:

The general population can eat chocolate, but children under the age of 8 should not eat chocolate, and diabetics should eat less or no chocolate (but can eat sugar-free chocolate).

Tulaoshi's taboo on eating chocolate

Chocolate is a kind of high-calorie food, but its protein content is low, its fat content is high, and the proportion of nutrients does not meet the needs of children's growth and development. Eating more is also harmful to the health of adults.

Avoid eating too much chocolate before meals.

Because it will produce satiety and affect appetite. However, I feel hungry again soon after meals, which disrupts normal life rules and eating habits and affects children's health. And because the food is eaten less, protein, inorganic salts and vitamins are lacking, which is not good for health.

Avoid eating chocolate before going to bed.

Because chocolate contains substances that excite the nervous system, it will make children difficult to fall asleep and cry.

Avoid eating a lot of chocolate.

Chocolate contains a lot of fat, but does not contain cellulose which can stimulate the normal peristalsis of the gastrointestinal tract, thus affecting the digestion and absorption function of the gastrointestinal tract. After children eat more, they will accumulate a lot of fat in the body, increase the burden on the heart, and their physique will gradually weaken. Adults who eat more are prone to diseases such as arteriosclerosis, hypertension and cholelithiasis. Because the sugar is too high, a lot of sugar will be converted into fat storage through metabolism in the body, which will also make people fat. Because the content of protein is too little, children lack protein, which will affect their growth and development, and adults will feel muscle weakness and fatigue.