We've known for a long time that chocolate reduces stress hormones and stimulates the production of good mood neurotransmitters. Over the years, in fact, dark chocolate has been the object of numerous studies and it has been demonstrated that thanks to the high content of antioxidants - and flavanols - it has beneficial effects on health, as it prevents cardiovascular diseases.
What we probably didn't know yet is that chocolate can also prove to be an ally for our beauty!
Consuming dark chocolate regularly is good for our skin as it contains mineral salts such as copper, iron and zinc, which promote cell regeneration and protect the skin from harmful UV rays by acting as photoprotection. Furthermore, by lowering the content of stress hormones, chocolate will make the face more serene , reducing collagen breakdown and the formation of wrinkles.
Chocolate helps skin stay smooth, well hydrated, well nourished, glowing, supple and softer to the touch. In short, dark chocolate is an excellent ally for our skin , it guarantees cell regeneration and delays tissue aging, thanks to the minerals it contains.
Always if consumed sparingly and provided it is ultra-dark!
Chocolate, thanks to its antioxidant content, can help fight free radicals that damage the cells of the epidermis.