That there are at least 5 reasons why you should eat dark chocolate. We have been talking about it lately. But new research on this product forced us to look at it more closely, especially for people sensitive and prone to depression.
It turns out that dark chocolate consumption can reduce the likelihood of depression, to such conclusion, researchers from University College London.
Experts questioned more than 13,000 people about their consumption of chocolate and the presence of symptoms of depression. It was found that people whose diet regularly includes dark chocolate 76% less likely to report symptoms of depression. It is noted that this is by eating milk or white chocolate were found.
The researchers can’t say that chocolate is struggling with depression since it is necessary to conduct additional tests. Nevertheless, according to experts, dark chocolate contains several psychoactive ingredients, including two forms of endogenous anandamide cannabinoid, causing a feeling of euphoria.
Plus, dark chocolate contains significant amounts of antioxidants, which reduce inflammation in the body, and inflammation is known to be one reason for the development of depression.
Unfortunately, at the same time, people who are depressed tend to eat less chocolate because of the status they have lost appetite.