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Phytochemicals, Flavanoids, Chocolate And Cancer

The American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) has been studying how chocolate may play a role in cancer prevention because of the natural occurring flavanoids that are present in cacao. Phytochemicals are naturally occurring chemicals found in plants and chocolate is very high in one phytochemical called flavanoids.

Dark Chocolate May Protect Brain Injury From Stroke

The study by Johns Hopkins gives hope to human stroke victims and preventing brain damage because it shows that epicatechin shields nerve cells. This research also shows promise to possibly protect against neurological degenerative conditions like Alzheimer’s and other age related disorders.