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Official publications or announcements from the American Diabetes Association
US Study Finds 21% Lower Type 2 Diabetes Risk with Five Servings of Dark Chocolate Weekly
Dec 5, 2024, 12:53 AM
A US study has found that consuming dark chocolate can lower the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. According to the research, eating at least five servings of dark chocolate per week is associated with a 21% reduction in the risk of this condition. The study, which involved three large prospective cohorts, highlights the potential health benefits of dark chocolate, although it notes the need for further clinical trials to confirm these findings and understand the underlying mechanisms. The findings were presented at the RSNA 2024 conference.
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