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Can Halloween Candy Protect Your Memory?
Friday, October 31, 2014 3:22
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It’s Halloween and that means one thing: you’re probably going to eat some chocolate. I know I will; I absolutely love the stuff! And while we all worry about dentist bills (just remember to brush) and excess calories, here’s some good news: chocolate (in moderation) might be doing you some good.
You’ve probably heard of flavanols—an antioxidant found in high amounts in cocoa beans—and some of the benefits they offer. For example, there is an indication that flavanols can lower blood pressure and may help prevent heart attacks and stroke. And more recently, a new large-scale study has just been announced that aims to test how effective they are in this capacity.
Read More – http://www.doctorshealthpress.com/brain-function/how-eating-chocolate-can-improve-your-memory
