The researchers found not only an increase in antioxidant capacity after chocolate consumption, but also modulation of certain compounds which affect blood vessels.

• 长期食用巧克力还能降低心脏病的发病率。 人们在消化巧克力的过程中吸收了大量的黄酮成份，这种物质能够起到增强心血管功能的作用。