Dark Chocolate and Type 2 Diabetes Risk

SOURCE dnyuz.com
Eating dark chocolate has been associated with a reduced risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, but it's not a magic bullet for prevention. Consuming at least five servings of dark chocolate per week was linked to a 21% lower risk of Type 2 diabetes compared to consuming it less frequently. Dark chocolate contains more cocoa, which may be key to its health benefits.

Key Points

  • Consuming at least five servings of dark chocolate per week was associated with a 21% lower risk of developing Type 2 diabetes
  • Dark chocolate contains more cocoa, which may be beneficial for health

Pros

  • Eating dark chocolate linked to reduced risk of Type 2 diabetes
  • Dark chocolate consumption associated with lower risk of certain health conditions like high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease

Cons

  • Study could not prove cause and effect
  • Results may not apply to all populations