96 October 2013 www.womanthismonth.com she says by SAMAR SADULLAH In spite of various opinions on ill effects of sweets, chocolate-loving ladies will be happy to know that the decadent dessert is in fact great for your health! I remember the days when lying on the sofa on a Sunday, accompanied by my favourite movie and an endless supply of milk chocolate felt euphoric. But somewhere in the back of my overly inquisitive mind, I felt like eating what I loved was never good for me. The key here is to remember that eating chocolate doesn’t have to equate to piling on the pounds. Opting for the healthier option in addition to what you love means balancing pleasure with goodness. Ladies, it’s true that an excess of anything too sweet can be hindering to our health. However, it’s good to have that balance of sweet and savoury in our diet. Plus, we’re hard working, wonderful creatures. So don’t feel guilty for treating yourselves! For those of you that like to keep a check list when it comes to your health, dark chocolate is a great choice. Aside from providing the ultimate in taste, it is actually good for you. Dark chocolate has ample amounts of cocoa and what medics refer to as flavonoids. These can help prevent heart disease and cancer – good news all round! I can hear the next question arising: What about my skin? Fear not ladies! Contrary to popular belief, chocolate is not the ultimate cause for spots or temperamental skin. Both dark and milk chocolate have a low glycaemic index, which has a more positive effect on blood sugar and insulin – another reason to applaud! For those of us that like to occasionally indulge in the world of desserts, milk chocolate can also be beneficial. But if you’re a self-confessed sweet tooth like me, it’s probably best to shop for bars with high quantities of cocoa, giving an added bonus to one of life’s little pleasures! Go on ladies, be fearless! It’s time to spoil yourselves! Cheering for Chocolate
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