There is an opinion that dark chocolate is completely beneficial.
This is not entirely true. Dietitian Alena Kapustina explained how this dessert can be harmful.
She listed contraindications to the consumption of dark chocolate in a conversation with the RuNews24.ru news agency .
What is the danger of dark chocolate
As the nutritionist explained, dark chocolate contains more cocoa and less sugar compared to milk chocolate and is indeed very healthy.
So, dark chocolate lowers blood pressure, strengthens the immune system, and improves mood.
However, this healthy product can cause serious harm to some people.
Especially for those who are allergic to it. It manifests itself in the form of swelling of the larynx, itching and even anaphylactic shock.
Secondly, dark chocolate can provoke gastrointestinal problems, especially in people with ulcerative colitis or irritable bowel syndrome.
This food product also contains sugar and cocoa, which can contribute to the development of caries, Kapustina noted.
In addition, the expert added, chocolate contains caffeine, which can cause anxiety, increased heart rate and insomnia.
It is also important to keep in mind that chocolate can interact with some medications, which can lead to unwanted side effects.
