The study's authors said they found that chocolate consumption is linked to improved cognitive functions, regardless of a person's other eating habits.
According to the British newspaper “The Daily Telegraph”, the researchers analyzed data collected as part of research on residents of Syracuse, New York, during which the participants were subjected to a series of tests designed to measure cognitive functions.
The data showed that those who consumed chocolate on a regular basis performed more efficiently on various cognitive tests.
The researchers pointed out that regular consumption of chocolate can help protect against the natural cognitive decline that affects humans due to aging.
Previous studies have shown that chocolate is beneficial for heart and circulatory health, reduces the risk of heart attack, lowers cholesterol, and protects the skin from sun damage.