Italians love chocolate. It can be purchased at any time of the year and for any occasion. Whether you cross the boot, from Sicily to beautiful Milan, the result does not change the chocolate makes everyone agree! But let's see together what the types of chocolate present on the market in Italy and which tastes Italians just can't give up! And which one do you prefer, milk or dark chocolate?

Milk or dark chocolate?

The challenge is all in the taste before the benefits in terms of well-being for the body. Some prefer milk chocolate, others the dark version more or less extra, that is, depending on the percentage present in the bar. And everyone has their own motivation to choose one or the other taste. But what does science say about it? It is now customary to investigate the qualities of chocolate and ask oneself how good it is for health as well as for mood. Because you know, there are many Italians but not only those who love chocolate. It is said to release serenity and well-being and to soothe the ailments of the soul. A motivation not just, but that becomes marginal after you have known all the benefits of chocolate!

Milk or dark chocolate - chocolate bar

How good are dark chocolate and milk chocolate?

Chocolate generally contains a substance, flavonols, capable of giving the body all the benefits of antioxidants, including the ability to reduce the risk of diseases related to the cardiovascular system. A significant benefit if you also add that aphrodisiac component linked to phenylethylamine, a substance emitted by our brain that is able to trigger hormones and desire, also contained in small doses in chocolate. And if it is true that we are still made of the same material that dreams are made of ... even tasting a little chocolate could unexpectedly release interesting benefits for the body and mind!

How chocolate is madeo

But let's see in detail what the cioccolat is made ofor, whether it is milk or dark, little changes except in its doses. In fact, chocolate comes from a blend of cocoa powder, cocoa butter and sugar. These substances, which are the basis of a delicious cocoa mass, can then be completed by the presence of hazelnuts, pralines, drops and any other goodness that the master chocolatiers can think of. Then, inside the chocolate, the addition of aromas and sometimes even particular dyes able to give it a very particular flavor, taste and smell is inevitable. But who wins the challenge of goodness? Science tells us that the greater the presence of cocoa powder in chocolate, the greater its beneficial effect on the body. And it is for this reason that only on a scientific level it seems that dark chocolate is preferable to milk chocolate. But, the heart cannot be commanded and milk chocolate appeals to young and old alike!

Milk or dark chocolate - pieces of white chocolate

Spicy chocolate

Even spicy chocolate captivates and conquers many gourmands. Inside you can find both pepper and chilli. A very special type of chocolate also indicated as an accompaniment to an after dinner.

White chocolate ... a fake chocolate

Unlike dark or milk chocolate, white chocolate is actually a fake chocolate. Yes, because the composition of white chocolate is largely made of sugar and cocoa butter. Not exactly loaded with cocoa powder. This is why its color is clear and its taste is infinitely sweet… and which one do you prefer? Milk or dark chocolate?

Milk or dark chocolate? All shades of happiness last edit: 2020-11-08T11:00:00+01:00 da Anna Maria Punzo

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