Moderate consumption of dark chocolate can be part of a balanced diet. A small square a day is enough to enjoy its benefits without overdoing the calories. Plus, dark chocolate can be an excellent ...

Researchers found combining dark chocolate with a particular seed significantly reduced dangerous cholesterol in the blood.

High in antioxidants like flavanols and polyphenols, dark chocolate helps fight oxidative stress, reducing the risk of diseases like heart disease and cancer.

Studies emphasize this, as well: dark chocolate should only be consumed without "exceeding energy needs," or indulging in too many calories, according to the study in the Journal of the American ...

I don't need the extra calories. Narrator It's true -- chocolate ... Laurence Sperling, MD There is evidence that a little bit of dark chocolate can have a favorable effect on our blood vessels.