Chocolate has been named that can reduce the risk of developing diabetes by 21% – Nutrition

Scientists from Harvard University made an unexpected discovery: regular consumption of dark chocolate can significantly reduce the likelihood of type 2 diabetes, Sports.kz reports with reference to Shaiba.kz.

The results of the study were published in the authoritative medical journal The BMJ.

The results showed that people who consumed a serving of dark chocolate five times a week had a 21% reduced risk of developing type 2 diabetes. This effect is due to the high content of antioxidants in cocoa beans, which are part of the sweetness. They help the body absorb sugar more efficiently, offsetting the negative effects of saturated fat and sugar on weight and the risk of diabetes.

However, scientists emphasize that this positive result only applies to dark chocolate. Dairy…