Chocolate Bad for You? Health Check

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Is chocolate bad for you? Health benefits for some but not all. If you suffer from certain medical conditions, cocoa can be a bad choice.

It can aggravate or trigger some health problems. The seemingly harmless treat may be making you feel worse.

Acquaint yourself with the list of conditions it affects. Your doctor might suggest that you ditch the dark from your diet.



The following information is presented solely to make you aware of potential problems. It's not intended to take the place of medical advice. Always consult your health care provider before taking any action.


Is Chocolate Bad for Your Health?

Dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content has been show to have health benefits. Most people can enjoy it safely.

But if you suffer from any of these chronic medical conditions, chocolate can be bad for your health.

Not the kind of news anyone wants to hear, especially a chocoholic. But you may need to avoid it or simply eat less. Work with your doctor to figure out what's best for you.

Here are the results of an exhaustive search of the MedlinePlus website. It's a service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health.


Health Effects: Chocolate May Aggravate

Do you suffer from any of the following health problems? If you do, chocolate may not be for you. It can heighten the symptoms of...

A:

  • Anal Itching
  • Anxiety

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B:

  • Barrett's Esophagus
  • Bedwetting
  • Bile Reflux
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C:

  • Calcuim Oxalate Kidney Stone
  • Carcinoid Syndrome
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Chronic Pain In The Vulva
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E:

  • Esophageal Spasms
  • Essential Tremor
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F:

  • Fecal Incontinence
  • Fibromyalgia
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G:

  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
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H:

  • Hiatal Hernia
  • Hyperphosphatemia
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I:

  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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L:

  • Limited Scleroderma
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P:

  • Meibomianitis
  • Meniere’s Disease
  • Mitral Valve Prolapse
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P:

  • Painful Bladder Syndrome
  • Palpitations
  • Premenstrual Syndrome
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R:

  • Restless Leg Syndrome
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S:

  • Sleep Problems
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T:

  • Tinnitus
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U:

  • Ulcer Pain
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Not only can chocolate aggravate a problem it can sometimes be the cause. Who knew something so good could be so bad. But...


Chocolate Bad for You? Health Problems It May Cause

It can be a trigger for...
  • Migraines
  • Rosacea
  • Cyclic Vomiting
  • Hives
  • Colic-in breast fed babies
  • Cystitis- noninfectious

Something to consider if you experience any of those. Take a second look at your chocolate. That innocent looking bar may not be your best friend after all.


Other Problems

People with Wilson's disease must avoid chocolate, according the MedlinePlus website. This disease can cause a dangerous build up of copper in the body. Chocolate, rich in copper, is a bad food choice.

If you have a milk allergy chocolate could contribute to the problem. Always check the label, some dark chocolate contains dairy.




Is chocolate bad for you? Health benefit or a detriment, it can be either. Your health is the determining factor. So don't overlook it, for better or for worse.




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