New research suggests that regular consumption of chocolate may weaken bone density and strength, which in turn could increase the risk of health problems such as osteoporosis and fracture.
According to the study, published this month in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, women who eat chocolate daily have an overall bone density 3.1 per cent lower than those who consume it less than once a week.
Already, the media is reporting things like this statement found on the normally smart Nutraingredients website: The findings will surely come as a blow to the positive image of dark chocolate, often feted for having its heart-healthy properties.
Why is this the dumbest study ever done? Because- I hope you're sitting down- the researchers didn't bother to distinguish among the types of chocolate consumed!
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