Dark chocolate effect on platelet activity, C-reactive protein and lipid profile: a pilot study.
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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19005437
Conclusion of this study
One week of DC ingestion improved lipid profiles and decreased platelet reactivity within the total group while reducing inflammation only in women. Regular dark chocolate ingestion may have cardioprotective properties. Further long-term research is warranted to evaluate the effect of flavonoids on cardiovascular health and to determine whether DC's beneficial effects are related to flavonoids or some yet unknown component. This research is based on a larger study which was presented at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions 2007.
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