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Dark Chocolate with a Dark Side? How to Enjoy Dark Chocolate while Minimizing Heavy Metal Concern | Dr. William Li
What Chocolate can I eat?
In the pair of studies, a handful of chocolate bars came out on top by having the lowest levels of heavy metals. The brands and varieties that led the pack:
- Mast Organic Dark Chocolate 80% Cocoa
- Taza Organic Deliciously Dark Chocolate 70% Cocoa
- Ghiradelli Intense Dark Chocolate 86% Cacao and Intense Dark Chocolate Twilight Delight 72%
In a one-ounce serving, these had the lowest levels of both lead and cadmium. These chocolates, consumed in moderation, are the clear choices for those of us who love chocolate and want to minimize our heavy metal exposure.
It’s not always easy to find these specific chocolate bars, so it is helpful to keep a few guidelines in mind. While it may seem counterintuitive, lower concentrations of cocoa solids tend to contain less heavy metal, so if you must choose between an 80% bar and a 70% bar, the 70% is likely to be safer. It is also wise to enjoy your chocolate in moderate amounts, so take time to savor it. Finally, make sure to enjoy a regular diet that supports your overall health, as I discuss in my book, Eat to Beat Disease. (Source: link above)