Is Eating Chocolate Every Day Good for You?

Chocolate benefits the brain

A chemical called epicatechin – found in cocoa and green tea – may also help protect the brain against the formation of sticky proteins or amyloid plaques which develop in Alzheimer's disease.'We all know that too much sugary or fatty food can contribute to obesity and other health problems, but the good news for chocolate lovers is that small amounts can also have some health benefits,' says Cooper. 'So there's no need to feel guilty about indulging your cravings now and then, as long as it's part of a well-balanced diet.'