Is dark chocolate good for the heart?

Question
Hello doctor,
The doctor asked me if I have tricuspid regurgitation, high blood pressure and heart spasm, should I eat dark chocolate? Is dark chocolate good for the heart? Thank you doctor.
Anonymous customer
Answer
Answered by Associate Professor, Doctor, Specialist II Chu Hoang Van - Medical Department, Vinmec Times City International General Hospital
Hello,
With questions “Is dark chocolate good for the heart? , the doctor would like to answer as follows:
Dark chocolate is good for the heart because it contains cocoa, which is an antioxidant-rich substance that has the effect of reducing heart attacks, stabilizing blood pressure, reducing stress, reduce the risk of stroke,....
Dark chocolate is good for the heart and circulation. A recent study found that dark chocolate helps prevent two common causes of artery blockages and restores flexibility to the arteries while also preventing white blood cells from sticking to blood vessel walls.
If you still have questions about whether dark chocolate is good for your heart, you can go to a hospital under Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
Best regards!