15 Amazingly Heart-Healthy Foods

5. Chocolate

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Not just any chocolate, but dark like the night. The darker, the healthier. Dark chocolate is made of raw cocoa, which is a rich source of the antioxidant compounds called flavonoids. Chocolate connoisseurs can thank a healthier cardiovascular system to their passion. They ususally also have lower cholesterol and blood pressure levels, smoother circulation and a much lower risk of stroke.