Chocolate is a favorite treat for many people, but recent studies have revealed an intriguing finding: dark chocolate may help reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Research conducted by Harvard School of Public Health indicated that regular consumption of dark chocolate lowers the likelihood of diabetes by 21%.
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SubscribeThis study involved over 100,000 nurses who examined their dietary habits over more than two decades. However, the situation is different with milk chocolate: its consumption does not provide protective benefits and is even correlated with excess weight. This information was reported by the British publication Sciencealert.
Researchers suggest that dark chocolate may be beneficial due to its high flavanol content—compounds that positively impact metabolic health. Conversely, the high sugar content in milk chocolate may diminish these advantages.
Diabetes remains a significant global issue, and identifying foods that can assist in preventing this disease is an important step.
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However, experts emphasize that more research is needed to fully understand how dark chocolate can affect health.