Chocolate, especially dark chocolate, helps with depression, high blood pressure, Tumors and Pre-menstrual syndromes.

Chocolate does not cause or aggravate acne, this is a myth.

1 serving of dark chocolate contains about 10% of the dialy recommended intake of iron.

Chocolate is a compact dense energy source - 1 chocolate chip provides enough energy to walk 150ft.

Cocoa contains more antioxidants per cup than a similar serving of red wine or green tea.

It also contains high levels of catechin, fiber, carbohydrates, B vitamins and anti-oxidant-like substances. Calcium, Phosphates, Vitamins A, C and D occur in smaller quantities.

Cocoa butter in chocolate like olive oil does not raise blood cholesterol levels. (Does not include milk chocolate and lower grade chocolate.)

Pure chocolate is not stored in the body like saturated fats that cause weight gain.

Cocoa and chocolate can increase serotonine in the brain which may help with depression PMS.

Cocoa contains phenylethylamine which is a slight antidepressant and stimulant.

Cocoa beans contains essential minerals and vitamins including magnesium, calcium, iron, zinc, copper, potassium and manganese, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, C, E and pantothenic acid.

Chocolate causes or aggravate acne - MYTH!

Chocolate causes tooth decay - MYTH!

Chocolate has no nutritional value - MYTH!