Dark chocolate lowers type 2 diabetes risk by 21%

Dark chocolate may do more than satisfy your sweet tooth—it could also reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. A new study published in The BMJ found that participants who ate at least five servings of dark chocolate weekly had a 21% lower risk of developing the disease. Philip (⁠⁠⁠⁠@witsandweights⁠⁠⁠⁠) explains the science behind flavonoids, compounds in cocoa that may improve insulin sensitivity and reduce oxidative stress. Discover how to enjoy dark chocolate while keeping it part of a healthy lifestyle. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the Wits & Weights podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more evidence-based insights on fat loss, muscle building, and sustainable health, where Philip dives deeper into the science behind optimizing your body composition. -- Further listening (from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wits & Weights⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠): How Much Added Sugar Is "Unhealthy" If Your Goal Is Body Composition? The Truth About Ozempic and Other Weight Loss Drugs -- References: Study on dark chocolate and diabetes risk