A new study has found that eating chocolate may help to improve cognitive function. The study, which was published in the journal “Nutrients,” found that people who ate chocolate high in flavanols, a type of antioxidant, had better cognitive function than those who did not eat chocolate.
The study included 134 healthy adults who were randomly assigned to either eat 100 grams of dark chocolate high in flavanols or a placebo every day for two weeks. The participants were then given a series of cognitive tests, including tests of memory, attention, and processing speed.
The results showed that the people who ate the chocolate high in flavanols had significantly better scores on the cognitive tests than those who ate the placebo. The researchers believe that the flavanols in chocolate may improve cognitive function by increasing blood flow to the brain.
This is not the first study to suggest that chocolate may have benefits for cognitive health. Previous studies have found that chocolate can help to protect against Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
However, it is important to note that the study was only conducted over a two-week period. More research is needed to determine whether the benefits of chocolate for cognitive function are long-term.
In the meantime, if you are looking for a way to improve your cognitive function, you may want to consider adding a little chocolate to your diet. Just be sure to choose chocolate that is high in flavanols, such as dark chocolate.
Here are some other ways to improve your cognitive function:
- Get enough sleep.
- Exercise regularly.
- Eat a healthy diet.
- Manage stress.
- Challenge your mind with new activities.
By following these tips, you can help to keep your mind sharp and healthy.
