The Open Nutraceuticals Journal

2012, 5 : 207-212
Published online 2012 December 28. DOI: 10.2174/1876396001205010207
Publisher ID: TONUTRAJ-5-207

EDITORIAL - Perspectives on Chocolate Consumption and Risk of Cardiovascular Dis-eases and Cognitive Function

Krassimira Hristova , Takashi Nakaoka , Kuniaki Otsuka , Jan Fedacko , Reema Singh , RB Singh , Fabien De Meester , Agnieszka Wilczynska and DW Wilson
Halberg Hospital and Research Institute, Civil Lines, Moradabad-10(UP) 244001, India.

ABSTRACT

Flavonoid deficiency in the diet is a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) and other chronic diseases. Recent studies indicate that increased consumption of chocolates may be associated with decreased risk of CVDs and in-sulin resistance, inflammation and hyperlipidemia. In the present editorial, we have sought supporting evidence for such claims. It is possible that cocoa consumption (30-1000mg/day) in the form of dark chocolates can protect against hyper-tension, stroke, atherosclerosis, insulin resistance and memory dysfunction. Further research is necessary to prove this finding.

Keywords:

Flavonoids, flavonols, antioxidants.