JAKARTA - A cup of hot chocolate is a staple drink for many people when the weather is cold. This is because hot chocolate can provide a warm and soothing sensation.
Quoted from Zotterusa, drinking hot chocolate can also be beneficial for health. Here are some of the benefits you should know.
1. High source of antioxidants
Antioxidants are essential for protecting the body from harmful free radicals and unstable molecules, which can cause cell damage. Hot chocolate, especially made from dark chocolate or pure cocoa powder, is a high source of antioxidants.
Cocoa is rich in flavonoids, especially catechins and epicatechins, which are powerful antioxidants. These compounds help neutralize free radicals, prevent oxidative stress, and reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease.
2. Improve mood
Consuming a cup of hot chocolate can help you feel happier. This is because cocoa contains compounds such as phenylethylamine that can trigger the release of endorphins or happiness hormones.
Not only that, cocoa is also rich in flavonoids which are proven to reduce stress levels. Flavonoids help lower cortisol, the main hormone that triggers stress in the body.
3. Supports heart health
Flavoid in cocoa in hot chocolate is also beneficial for heart health. Flavonoids help lower blood pressure by increasing the production of nitric oxide, which relaxes blood vessels and increases blood flow.
In addition, flavonoids also help reduce inflammation and improve cholesterol levels, thereby reducing the risk of heart disease.
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