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Hello everyone, how are you doing today?
The holiday season is full of tempting desserts, and it can be hard to resist indulging in chocolatey treats. But hereโs an interesting twist: a recent Harvard study suggests that eating small servings of dark chocolate may lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by up to 21%! On the flip side, milk chocolate was linked to weight gain and didnโt show the same benefits.
Rich in cacao and flavanols, dark chocolate has potential anti-inflammatory properties that could improve insulin sensitivity. Have you noticed any differences in your blood sugar levels after eating dark chocolate?
With sugary desserts everywhere, would you consider swapping milk chocolate or other treats for dark chocolate during celebrations?
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Weโd love to hear how you navigate holiday indulgences with type 2 diabetes. Do you have any tips for balancing festive treats with blood sugar management?
Looking forward to your insights!
Take care,
Somya from the Carenity Team ๐ผ
Source: Liu, B., Zong, G., Zhu, L., Hu, Y., Manson, J. E., Wang, M., Rimm, E. B., Hu, F. B., & Sun, Q. (2024). Chocolate intake and risk of type 2 diabetes: prospective cohort studies.ย BMJ, 387.