The nutritional qualities of chocolate with a high concentration[A] of cocoa[B] provides numerous health[C] benefits[D]. According to experts, it contains antioxidant[E] properties, due to the large amount of flavonoids. Studies also indicate that cocoa stimulates the release of endorphins in the blood and serotonin in the brain, increasing the feeling of pleasure and good humor. There is also research indicating that the consumption of cocoa can lower blood pressure, as well as exert cardioprotective action.

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