Just be sure you choose 70% cocoa or greater for antioxidants and flavanols, which are related to the production of nitric oxide; it relaxes your blood vessels and improves blood flow, which also lowers blood pressure.
Zumpano also recommends dark chocolate as a dessert. Just be sure you choose 70% cocoa or greater for antioxidants and flavanols, which are related to the production of nitric oxide; it relaxes your blood vessels and improves blood flow, which also lowers blood pressure.