Chocolate is healthier than many fruit juices and is a “superfood” in their own right, according to a new study by a chocolate company in the United States. Chocolate is healthier than many fruit juices and is a “superfood” in their own right, according to a new study by a chocolate company in the United States.
Rich in antioxidants and compounds that prevent damage to healthy cells, super help. Researchers at the Hershey Centre for health and nutrition in the United States has revealed that chocolate black powder more antioxidants and polyphenols that supposedly has to protect us against the conditions of cancer and heart disease, Chemistry Central Journal.
Compared with single servings of dark chocolate, cocoa, chocolate and mix with fruit juices such as acai berries, blueberries and pomegranates, Hershey said in a statement.
It was found that both dark chocolate and cocoa have more antioxidant activity of flavonoids in addition to the fruit. Debra Millar, who led the study, said that the chocolate must be labeled as “superfruit. “