What?!? Chocolate can help my cholesterol levels?

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By FPL_Sheri

Wait! Before you overindulge in a decadent chocolate treat, I recommend exploring Frisco Public Library’s Consumer Health Complete, opens a new window database. In particular, the article “High Cholesterol, opens a new window” from the February 1, 2020 edition of Natural & Alternative Treatments for foods (including chocolate) that can improve cholesterol levels. The article “Effects of cocoa products/dark chocolate on serum lipids: a meta-analysis, opens a new window" discusses which type of cholesterol is improved by chocolate.

If you have had trouble navigating all the do’s and don’ts of cholesterol, we have several resources that will help you come up with a game plan that works for you. Please explore the resources below after taking this quick quiz about cholesterol.

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The 8-Week Cholesterol Cure, opens a new window

Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol Cookbook, opens a new window

The Engine 2 Diet, opens a new window

EatingWell Heart Health Magazine, opens a new window

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