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New explanation for heart-healthy benefits of chocolate

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In time for the chocolate-giving and chocolate-eating fest on Valentine's Day, scientists are reporting discovery of how this treat boosts the body's production of the "good" form of cholesterol that protects against heart disease. Polyphenols in chocolate rev up the activity of certain proteins, including proteins that attach to the genetic material DNA in ways that boost "good" cholesterol levels.

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Heart-Healthy Chocolate: Dark and Bitter Treat - WSJ.com

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Heart-Healthy Chocolate: Dark and Bitter Treat - WSJ.com

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New explanation for heart-healthy benefits of chocolate

sciencedaily.com — “In time for the chocolate-giving and chocolate-eating fest on Valentine's Day, scientists are reporting discovery of how this treat boosts the body's production of the "good" form of cholesterol that protects against heart disease. Polyphenols in chocolate rev up the activity of certain proteins, including proteins that attach to the genetic material DNA in ways that boost "good" cholesterol levels.View full resource at sciencedaily.com

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