Effects of dark chocolate and cocoa consumption on endothelial function and arterial stiffness in overweight adults. – Cost Effective Supplements

Effects of dark chocolate and cocoa consumption on endothelial function and arterial stiffness in overweight adults.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24274771

Conclusion of this study

Fasting blood pressure (BP) remained unchanged, although the acute consumption of cocoa increased resting BP by 4 mmHg. In summary, the high-flavanol cocoa and dark chocolate treatment was associated with enhanced vasodilation in both conduit and resistance arteries and was accompanied by significant reductions in arterial stiffness in women.