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Dec 2023
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The Benefits of Dark Chocolate - Ask a N...

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Dark chocolate: it tastes good and it's good for insulin resistance. But what about the sugar in the chocolate? Are there sweetener alternatives that are healthier? Do the benefits of the chocolate outweigh the sugars?

In this week's episode of Ask a Nutritionist, Leah dives deep into the mysteries of dark chocolate and how beneficial this favorite treat truly can be. 

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