Give me the chocolate and nobody will get hurt

Scientists already knew that eating dark chocolate could reduce blood pressure. Now they know how. It seems the good microbes in our guts (e.g., Bifidobacterium and lactic acid bacteria) turn it into a natural anti-inflammatory compound that enters the bloodstream. Among other things, anti-inflammatory agents help protect the heart and arteries from damage. Dark chocolate has more of the good stuff than milk chocolate, making it more effective and good for your health.

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http://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/health/dark-chocolate-good-thanks-gut-bacteria-article-1.1727196