’Tis the season of tempting chocolate – in warming cups of cocoa, slices of Yule log, or by the box. Now there’s a healthy reason to indulge in moderation – provided you choose dark, not milk chocolate. A long-term US study published in The BMJ this month found that eating five servings of dark chocolate … Read more
 "How eating dark chocolate can reduce the risk of type-2 diabetes – Firstpost")
The holiday season is almost here and if you are craving chocolates already, it might not be such a bad idea to indulge yourself in the sweet goodness. In fact, eating dark chocolate may even offer health benefits. A study recently published in The British Medical Journal (BMJ) has linked consuming dark chocolate with a … Read more
 "Heavy metals found in dark chocolate. Is it a cause of concern? – Firstpost")
Chocolate lovers, take note: Your favourite treats could be tainted with lead and other hazardous heavy metals, which may lead to serious health issues over time. A new study, published on Wednesday in Frontiers in Nutrition, has found that numerous popular chocolates from both the US and Europe contain levels of heavy metals that surpass … Read more
 "Are Swiss chocolates safe for consumption? – Firstpost")
If you’re a fan of Swiss chocolate, chances are you haven’t skipped Lindt’s famous chocolates. But the renowned chocolatier is now at the centre of a controversy after acknowledging the results of a study that highlighted concerns over the presence of lead and cadmium in its “expertly crafted” confections. Does this mean Lindt chocolates are … Read more
