Cardiologists named sweets that can protect against arrhythmia

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Cardiologists talked about the beneficial properties of some of the most popular sweets for strengthening the health of the heart. In the course of the study, it became known that the use of chocolate reduces the risk of various disorders in the work of this organ.

Experts reported that adding 28 g of chocolate to the diet per week reduces the risk of heart failure by 18%. Scientists have established a connection between the constant use of chocolate and a reduction in the risk of developing atrial fibrillation.

In this condition, an irregular heartbeat occurs. “People who ate 2-6 servings of chocolate per week had a 20% lower risk of developing atrial fibrillation compared to those who ate sweets less than once a month,” the experts said.

They added. , we are talking about chocolate that contains at least 70% cocoa. The product has antioxidant properties and contains magnesium, thanks to which the functions of blood vessels improve, the inflammatory process decreases, and the immune system, which regulates the formation of platelets, is strengthened.

This ability of chocolate to reduce inflammation in the body is a useful property for hypertensive patients. It became known that regular use of a product enriched with a high level of cocoa reduces the risk of diabetes by 10%.