When you think of chocolate, what do you associate it with? There are so many things you can do with chocolate, and its versatility is great for numerous recipes. Break off a piece of a bar for a small treat, drizzle it on top of rice cakes, or toss a few pieces into yogurt…there are so many options!
However, chocolate can also be seen as an indulgence, and people try to stay away from it due to the negative relationship it is said to have with the body. But what if we told you that not everything you’ve heard can be true? We spoke with Lisa MoskovitzDRCEO of NY Nutrition Group and author of The Core 3 Healthy Eating Plan to end the negative rumors about chocolate once and for all. Read on and then check out 8 Chocolate Brands That Use Ingredients Of The Lowest Quality.
“It can be hard to believe that something that tastes this good isn’t ‘bad’ for you, but that’s absolutely the case when it comes to chocolate,” says Moskovitz.
Moskovitz goes on to suggest that chocolate, especially dark chocolateprovides health-supporting nutrients, including stress-fighting antioxidants and the mineral iron.
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Here is a small ray of hope for anyone embarking on his weight loss journey.
According to Moskovitz, you can eat anything and lose weight. It all comes down to how much and how often.
“Enjoying chocolate as an after-dinner dessert or afternoon treat can fit perfectly into a healthy weight-loss plan, as long as you can maintain a calorie deficit and don’t replace other important food groups like fruits, vegetables, protein and anti-inflammatory fats,” says Moskovitz.
That’s not all, Moskovitz suggests that including foods you love and enjoy is a strategic move to feel full and prevent Eat excessively. So go ahead and have a piece of chocolate!
“Yes, chocolate contains added sugar that can spike your blood sugar, but this creamy confection also has fiber and antioxidants that may protect against diabetes,” says Moskovitz.
If you have a craving for chocolate and are concerned about the risk of high blood sugar Y diabetesMoskovitz suggests choosing dark chocolate or chocolate with less sugar. Then balance out the rest of the day with plenty of fiber-rich foods, fats, vegetables, and lean proteins that stabilize blood sugar. This will help protect your health and “satisfy your soul.”
have you been blaming your bad skin in the chocolate, making you stop eating it? Here’s some good news: the correlation between the two is debatable.
“There are no studies to date that categorically confirm that chocolate causes breakouts,” says Moskovitz. “While a high-sugar diet can exacerbate existing acne-prone skin, it’s not the primary cause of bothersome pimples.”
Moskovitz goes on to state that buds they are often caused by a myriad of events. These include skin type, hormones, age, genetics, environmental factors, and your skincare routine.
“That said, eating an anti-inflammatory, antioxidant-rich, nutrient-dense diet can absolutely tame skin volatility,” says Moskovitz. “So if you’re worried about what her face will look like in the morning, rely on a balanced diet, including chocolate.”
Kayla Garritano
Kayla Garritano is a staff writer for Eat This, Not That! She is a graduate of Hofstra University, where she majored in Journalism and double majored in Marketing and Creative Writing. read more
