The Real Benefits of Chocolate – And Why Dark Chocolate Is the Healthiest Choice

Dark Chocolate vs. Other Types of Chocolate

Here’s a quick comparison:

🍫 Dark Chocolate (70–90% cocoa)

✔ highest antioxidants
✔ lowest sugar
✔ best for heart & brain
✔ healthiest choice overall

🍫 Milk Chocolate

⚠️ lower cocoa, higher sugar
⚠️ fewer antioxidants
Still enjoyable, but not as healthy.

🍫 White Chocolate

❌ contains NO cocoa solids
❌ mostly sugar + fat
❌ very low health benefits

Dark chocolate wins every time.

How Much Should You Eat?

The ideal amount is 1–2 small squares a day (about 20–30 grams).

More than this adds unnecessary sugar and calories.