Dark chocolate in moderation reduces inflammation

Dark chocolate contains high concentrations of flavonoids and may have anti-inflammatory properties. An Italian cohort study of 4849 subjects has shown that consuming moderate amounts of dark chocolate can significantly reduce levels of the inflammatory marker C-reactive protein (CRP). Investigators related levels of CRP in participants blood to their usual chocolate intake. A J-shaped curve was o ...

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