Cholesterol levels could be slashed by eating this chocolate snack

Treating yourself to some chocolate every now and then could provide health advantages, with research indicating it may assist in reducing "bad" cholesterol levels. Dark chocolate when paired with another nutritious snack could deliver some unexpected benefits.

The results from a study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association demonstrate that consuming dark chocolate alongside almonds can lead to decreased cholesterol levels in just four weeks. This combination was discovered to particularly target low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL), more commonly known as "bad" cholesterol.

While the body requires some cholesterol to operate correctly, excessive amounts can block arteries and heighten the risk

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