Is Chocolate Really Good For You?

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Medically reviewed by Dr Peter TingSpeak with Dr Peter TingSenior Consultant Cardiologist · The Harley Street Heart & Vascular CentreDr Ting’s clinical interests include valvular heart disease, echocardiography, cardiac rehabilitation and preventive cardiology. Arrange an assessment to discuss your symptoms and options.Request a consultationView Dr Ting’s profile · Last reviewed August 2026

Chocolate is usually deemed a guilty pleasure but what if you don’t have to feel guilty eating it? Host Munah Bagharib does some decadent research into how this sweet treat has some health benefits for our heart and brain. But what type of chocolate should we eat, and which should we avoid? We put some chocolates to the test to find out.

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Medically reviewed by Dr Peter Ting, Senior Consultant Cardiologist, The Harley Street Heart & Vascular Centre. This article is for general education and is not a substitute for medical advice.