by Faridah Yusuf
Chocolates have become one of the most popular confectioneries ever made and sold. Chocolate lovers, young and old, rich and poor, have found themselves becoming hooked with a confessing indulgence for it. In spite of of the popularity chocolates have achieved, you will find still questions and arguments which are becoming raised about its influence on the human health.
Black and White Chocolates
Chocolates have two faces under its name. One is white and the other is black, but of course, these variants represent benefits one can get from the other. Black chocolate, otherwise known as dark chocolate comprises sugar, cocoa mass and butter. On the other hand, white chocolate or milk chocolate has flavorings, vegetable fats and some milk solids. But regardless of whether white or black, dark or milk chocolate, chocolates still fascinate and give pleasure to anyone who eats it.
Debating Nutritional Value of Chocolates
For over the years, chocolates have created its method to being the favorite "confectionery" of all time. But despite the alluring images chocolates have produced, debate and arguments have been raised and created on wherever chocolates should be placed. This really is because as we know, chocolates still remain in the 'junk' category. Both proponents of each side have their positions as to what chocolate can do. But for ordinary chocolate enthusiasts, chocolates will still be chocolates.
But digging deep into it, enthusiasts or non-lovers of chocolate should and should get a glimpse of these issues. Whichever side includes a heavier and more relevant proof, should be taken into a much better consideration. Every bite leaves a soothing feeling that is hard to define, but renders a strong wish to encounter.
Chocolates as Aphrodisiac
Aside from the sensation and delight it gives, chocolate also makes itself an aphrodisiac agent. As an energy booster, studies show that, it offers an sufficient reserve of energy, especially when they have greater glucose content in them. Food industries have made chocolate an integral part of the global market, and therefore, chocolates still remain top sellers in the marketplace today since 600 AD, even from the time of the Mayans.
Chocolates and Obesity
Although the chocolate world has obtained valuable commendation, they also share a "veto" image just like any other item. These are the days when being overweight has become a main word of mouth to every citizen around the globe. Obesity has not just become an normal irregularity of body mass, but also is considered as one of the critical causes of chronic diseases. Medical practitioners have spent time doing research to figure out the root cause of this issue. From the long list of elements that could trigger being overweight, chocolates are discovered included in the record.
Obesity-Chocolate Link
An independent study in the UK predicted that occurrences of being overweight may rise to a lot more than 50% by the year 2020. Statistics, lawmakers & the medical world have proposed that confectioners should not be sold anymore in the pharmacies as becoming practiced in many corners of the world. Aside from becoming linked to obesity, chocolates are also suspected to be one causative factor triggering diabetes. This proposition is still under consideration due to the vast studies which are still in progress to prove the same.
Positive Reports on Chocolates
On the other hand, good reports on chocolates are still becoming circulated and created. Research also show that dark chocolates consumed moderately, can bestow cardiovascular benefits due to the presence of "flavanol" which plays a major role in the circulatory system. This increases the content of high density lipoprotein (HDL), more popularly known as the good cholesterol; therefore preventing the occurrence of cardiovascular related diseases.
The choice is ours and we are the ones who should decide if chocolates can someday be cheaper than therapy which never requires an appointment. Though a record of contradicting propositions follows, chocolates will still remain the most intimate confectionary close to a man's heart. And with the abounding chocolates in the marketplace, making us crave for every bite, chocolates will forever be a delight for chocolate lovers like me! Now the battle is choosing between chocolates and being overweight!
Lastly, you got to check out the site for True Chocoholic that will show you how to appreciate and understand about chocolate. Finally, I got a chance to learn more and taste more, to understand why chocolate is such a wonderful experience.
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