Chocolate & Magnesium...

Magnesium can be very beneficial during menopause. Its know to help reduce symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, improve sleep and help with fatigue. Magnesium can also help regulate mood swings, reduce anxiety and improve bone heath. And it helps with muscle cramps! AND ITS FOUND IN DARK CHOCOLATE! Its also found in a variety of nutrient-dense foods, including whole grains, nuts, seeds, legumes, and several fruits and vegetables. (redeeming myself from my post about alcohol a couple weeks ago)

Dark chocolate is as nutritious as it is flavorful.

It’s very rich in magnesium, with 65 mg in a 1-ounce (oz.), or 28-gram (g), serving, which is about 15% of the DV (3Trusted Source).

Dark chocolate is also in high in iron, copper, and manganese and contains prebiotic fiber that can help feed the beneficial bacteria in the gut (3Trusted Source, 4Trusted Source).

What’s more, it’s loaded with beneficial antioxidants. These are nutrients that neutralize free radicals, which are harmful molecules that can damage your cells and lead to disease (5Trusted Source).

Dark chocolate is especially beneficial for heart health, as it contains flavanols, which are powerful antioxidant compounds that prevent LDL (bad) cholesterol from oxidizing and sticking to the cells that line your arteries (6Trusted Source).

Go forth and nibble some dark chocolate! YOUR WELCOME!