Story by Marlene Cimons writing for The Washington Post
For many people, chocolate is love. It’s the ultimate comfort food. It tastes good and makes us feel good.
But is it good for us? It can be, as long as you pick the right kind of chocolate.
That’s because extra-dark natural chocolate is rich in flavonoids, substances from a category of chemicals known as polyphenols. Flavonoids are present in many plant products, including fruits, vegetables, tea and coffee. Flavonoids are full of antioxidants, which protect cells from the damaging free radicals that increase the risk of cancer, heart disease and other conditions.
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