Cocoa

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Dark chocolate consumption (5+ servings/week) lowers type 2 diabetes risk by 21%, with each additional serving reducing risk by 3%. Milk chocolate, however, is linked to long-term weight gain and increased diabetes risk. The study, published in the BMJ, highlights the distinct effects of dark vs. milk chocolate on health.

Cocoa high in flavanols can protect blood vessels from the negative effects of stress-eating fatty foods, according to a study published in 'Food & Function'. The study found that high-flavanol cocoa prevented a decline in blood vessel function under stress, unlike low-flavanol cocoa. Researchers recommend consuming 400-600 mg of flavanols daily, achievable through teas and certain fruits.