| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9940798 | American Journal of Hypertension | 2005 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Our study shows for the first time that consumption of dark chocolate acutely decreases wave reflections, that it does not affect aortic stiffness, and that it may exert a beneficial effect on endothelial function in healthy adults. Chocolate consumption may exert a protective effect on the cardiovascular system; further studies are warranted to assess any long-term effects.
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Authors
Charalambos Vlachopoulos, Konstantinos Aznaouridis, Nikolaos Alexopoulos, Emmanuel Economou, Ioanna Andreadou, Christodoulos Stefanadis,