The Cardiovascular effects of chocolate.

Authors :: Garcia JP
Santana A
Baruqui DL
Suraci N
Source :: Reviews in cardiovascular medicine [Rev Cardiovasc Med] 2018 Dec 30; Vol. 19 (4), pp. 123-127.
Publication Year :: 2018
Abstract: The antioxidants as polyphenols, especially flavanols present in cocoa, exert a favorable effect on endothelium vasodilation, modulate inflammatory markers, and decrease platelet aggregation, lipid oxidation and insulin resistance. Recent nutritional intervention trials and molecular studies demonstrate that consumption of cocoa, particularly rich in flavanols, is beneficial to promote cardiovascular health. This review describes the cardiovascular effects of chocolate.<br />Competing Interests: The authors declare no competing interests.<br /> (© 2018 Garcia et al. Published by IMR press. All rights reserved.)