The nutritionist told about the benefits of chocolate

There are benefits in chocolate, but it is important to take into account the naturalness of the product, that is, the percentage of caffeine. Roman Pristansky, a nutritionist and nutritionist, said this on Monday, July 14.

"Chocolate is pleasing in terms of the presence of magnesium and zinc. It is a good source for its natural use without any additives. Of course, to fully obtain these substances, you need a varied table, not only chocolate, but nevertheless," the expert said in an interview with Radio 1.

According to the nutritionist, giving up sweets, many people experience psychological difficulties because the nervous system is not coping, reports RT.

Therefore, you need to adjust your meal plan and not remove sweets, but reduce them, he explained.

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Dark chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70% is rich in flavonoids, natural antioxidants that help reduce bad cholesterol and strengthen blood vessels. Chocolate also contains a lot of magnesium, which helps the nervous system, supports muscles and promotes good sleep. 360.ru .

Earlier, on July 11, Ekaterina Kashukh, a gastroenterologist and expert at the Hemotest Laboratory, said that many Russians love chocolate, but people do not always choose a healthy product for themselves.

According to the doctor, chocolate benefits from the content of cocoa products: powder or butter made from cocoa beans. The product itself is a source of antioxidants, some of which protect cells from oxidative stress, reduce inflammation, and improve vascular function. There is a possibility that chocolate can have a beneficial effect on the human nervous system and help in the fight against stress.

In April, Turkey increased chocolate exports to Russia by almost three times year-on-year, to a record $5.6 million, reports NSN.

At the same time, the number of chocolate and confectionery producers in the capital has increased by 16.6% in three years, the Moscow City News Agency reports.