Nutritionists from the USA named 6 side effects of eating chocolate

Nutritionists from the USA have presented 6 side effects of eating chocolate. One of the undesirable consequences is the appearance of a headache.

The benefit of chocolate is that the natural substances contained in it help the body produce neurotransmitters: serotonin, tryptophan and dopamine, which affect mood and energy. At low levels, a person becomes depressed, which contributes to the emergence of various neuroses. At the same time, cocoa has a positive effect on the condition of the skin and hair, and the antioxidant properties of the product have protective properties against cancer. At the same time, nutritionists warn that everything should be in moderation. One of the side effects of eating sweets in excess is provoking weight gain, since chocolate is high in calories. Among the minuses is an increase in blood sugar and cholesterol.

At the same time, confectionery is addictive, which makes it difficult for a person to stop using it. Since it contains compounds - amines, the blood vessels of the brain dilate and, thus, it leads to the appearance of headaches in sensitive people.

Chocolate contains high levels of arginine, which promotes the reproduction and growth of the herpes virus, and patients with active or recurrent infection should avoid its consumption, which should also be taken into account. Among the side effects are sleep disturbances with an increased likelihood of nightmares. At the same time, studies have shown that men are most prone to this tendency. Another disadvantage is the deterioration of the condition of the oral cavity, more precisely, chocolate lovers are at risk of caries.