Cocoa can improve walking ability in patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD). Drinking hot chocolate improves blood circulation & boosts walking ability PAD patients.
Drinking a cup of cocoa every day can fight fatigue associated with multiple sclerosis (MS), a crippling neurological condition, according to a recent exploratory study.
Though some studies indicate that cocoa is good for the heart, a recent study failed to establish the benefits of cocoa in people at risk for heart disease.
Flavanol-rich foods and drinks such as tea, apples and berries, can help lower your blood pressure levels. Increasing flavanol intake can also reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.