Eat some dark chocolate

It could take some time for your taste buds to get used to dark chocolate if you're not already a fan. But it was worth the effort. Dark chocolate, in this case, has a variety of positive health effects. There is evidence that dark chocolate can lower blood pressure.

But 60 to 70% cacao should be present in the dark chocolate. As the percentage of cacao increases, you get less milk and sugar, and more of the cacao. One to two squares of dark chocolate per day may help lower the risk of heart disease by reducing blood pressure and inflammation, according to a review of studies on the subject. The flavonoids found in chocolate with greater cocoa solids are thought to be responsible for the benefits. The flavonoids help in blood vessel dilation or widening.