We spoke with registered dietitians to learn about the benefits.

While we all love the occasional Moon Pie, praline, and Chick-o-Stick, when we do partake, it’s not for our health. Dark chocolate, though, both tastes good and is good for you, which just may be the ...

Chocolate was considered a 'nourishing food' in ancient Mexico and prized as a 'medicine' in Europe. How can we in the modern ...

If you love unwinding with a square of dark chocolate at the end of a long day, we have great news: Your favorite treat is actually doing your heart good. New research shows that dark ...

From a young age, we're told to not eat too many sweets, including chocolate. However, dark chocolate, especially if it has a high percentage of cacao, can actually be good for you. This type of ...

The semi-bitter dark chocolate is often touted as a healthier alternative to its sweeter counterpart, milk chocolate. However, recent studies suggest that consuming it might not just be okay—it could ...

Cocoa beans are rich in plant nutrients called flavanoids. Dark chocolate in particular is a great source of flavanols, which has antioxidant properties that may reduce the risk of heart disease.

Many people will soon load up Easter baskets with chocolate candy for children and adults to enjoy. On its own, dark chocolate has health benefits, such as antioxidants that neutralize damaging free ...

Eating dark chocolate with high cocoa content in moderation can deliver antioxidants and minerals and may help protect you from heart disease. But it may also contain high amounts of sugar and ...

Open wide. Insert dark chocolate. Chew slowly, savor and lick any bits off fingers. Smile broadly as you bask in the relief that this guilty pleasure is actually helping your heart. After all, one ...