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Most people like to enjoy the delicious taste of chocolate, especially dark chocolate. They eat it when they find themselves stressed, stressed, to feel happy, to put them in a better mood. Some people think that eating chocolate will help reduce pain on red light day, is this concept true?
1.Benefits of dark chocolate
Reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases: Dark chocolate is very high in flavonoids. A recent study published in the BMJ (British Medical Journal) concluded that consuming dark chocolate can reduce the risk of developing heart-related diseases by up to 35%. For people at risk of heart disease, if platelets clot, blood clots can form that can lead to blood vessel blockages. If you eat dark chocolate regularly, you will improve your arterial blood flow and limit the risk of blood clots. Lowers blood cholesterol: Many studies show that eating dark chocolate has a beneficial effect in reducing bad cholesterol (LDL) and increasing good cholesterol (HDL) and reducing the risk of heart disease. Regulate blood pressure: According to a recent study conducted on a group of healthy young people who were given the same diet, only one group used 100g of dark chocolate per day and the other group used 90g of white chocolate per day. day. Research has shown that dark chocolate lowers blood pressure while not seeing the same in white chocolate users. Regular daily use of dark chocolate can reduce up to 4.7 mmHg systolic blood pressure and 2.8 mmHg diastolic blood pressure. Prevents diabetes: because cocoa content has the ability to improve insulin sensitivity. Therefore, eating dark chocolate regularly and in moderation has the potential to help you delay or prevent the development of diabetes. Healthy skin: is a great food for healthy skin because it contains antioxidants. Eating dark chocolate regularly for a period of 12 weeks will significantly help your skin increase moisture by 25%, while increasing UV protection. This is a food that works to protect your skin from dehydration, increase elasticity and prevent burns by improving the circulation of blood to the brain to the capillaries on the surface of the skin. Increase memory: the flavanol component in cocoa beans also works to reduce dementia in the elderly. According to recent studies, it has been shown that drinking 2 cups of hot dark chocolate a day improves memory in the elderly.
2.Is it right to eat chocolate to relieve menstrual cramps?
During the "months" period, the cells in the uterus begin to produce the hormone prostaglandin. This has the effect of promoting the shedding of the lining and tissues of the uterus out with blood. Because of this reason, the uterus appears painful contractions that make you feel uncomfortable in the lower abdomen. This is normal if the lower abdominal contractions are mild to moderate during the premenstrual period. If these contractions occur with a rapid and strong intensity, it will lead to severe lower abdominal pain, even cramping. In addition, changes in hormone levels in the body also cause women to appear cravings for sweet foods such as cakes, candies, and dark chocolate.
Cravings for dark chocolate often appear during the premenstrual period due to the increase in hormones that culminate plus an increase in insulin in the blood. This accelerates the transfer of blood glucose into cells, causing blood sugar levels to drop significantly. Your brain will send a signal to the body to replenish energy.
The increase in hormones is not the only reason why women tend to use dark chocolate to relieve menstrual pain during menstruation. According to a recent study in the US, eating culture is one of the important factors that make women often crave dark chocolate when approaching their period. Craving for dark chocolate before menopause is common among American women as well as women in other countries with Western influences.
3. Foods that have the effect of reducing menstrual pain
Ginger tea: is a drink commonly used to relieve menstrual pain. The way to do it is to take a cup of warm water, add honey, add a few slices of ginger and a few drops of lemon. Drinking continuously during the red light will help you reduce menstrual pain significantly. At the same time, women with menstrual irregularities can stabilize their blood qi more. Drink plenty of water: Drinking plenty of water during menstruation is essential. By providing enough water for the body not only enhances blood circulation, but also regulates contractions of the uterus thereby reducing menstrual pain. You should drink 2-3 liters of water a day, only warm water because drinking cold water will make the stomach cold, making the pain more intense. Cinnamon: In the composition of cinnamon contains many substances capable of reducing uterine contractions and anti-inflammatory for women during menstruation. The simplest way is to mix 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder in a cup of hot water, dissolve and add a little honey to drink. You can also combine other dishes with the right cinnamon. This food is very effective in reducing menstrual pain.
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