The effects of regular high-cocoa chocolate intake on arterial stiffness and metabolic characteristics during exercise

Fruits, wines, and chocolate are polyphenol-rich, and their beneficial effects are thus attracting increasing attention [1-4]. Recent meta-analyses have shown that high-cocoa chocolate or cocoa products favorably affect cardiometabolic health [1-3]. Most individuals can easily intake chocolate, and thus high-cocoa chocolate could be an effective cardiovascular preventive strategy for large populations [5]. Therefore, further scientific evidence of the benefits of high-cocoa chocolate is needed.
Source: Nutrition - Category: Nutrition Authors: Source Type: research