Dark Chocolate Can Improve Memory

Go ahead. Indulge!

Don't hide those candy wrappers anymore. Chocolate is now a superfood.

Two new studies at Loma Linda University looked at the impact of dark chocolate (70% cacao), in daily doses as small as a regular-sized chocolate bar, on neurological functions.

The flavonoids in cacao are extremely strong antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents. The higher the concentration of cacao, the more positive the impact on cognition and memory.

Officially, the research showed that dark chocolate "regulates cellular immune response, neural signaling, and sensory perception" (study #1) and "enhances neuroplasticity, neural synchrony, cognitive processing, learning, memory, recall, and mindfulness meditation" (study #2).

All great things for brain health and a tasty way to keep dementia away.

Now the sugar in a chocolate bar? Not so great. It will cause an insulin spike and increase inflammation.

So, go for a dark chocolate treat made with monk fruit (a natural sweetener).

My personal favorite? ChocZero Keto Bark, dark chocolate with almonds and sea salt. https://amzn.to/2DZnpeW (affiliate)

Ahhhh...life's simple pleasures.

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