The health benefits of eating dark chocolate have been extolled for centuries, but the exact reason has remained a mystery — until now, at least according to researchers at Louisiana State University.

South Beach Gluten-Free Good To Go Bars

South Beach Diet, Bonita Springs, Fla.

Valerie King

March 12, 2014

These chewy, dark chocolate bars have just 120 calories each.

Pure Madness' Dark Hearts

Pur Madness Chocolate, New York

Valerie King

March 12, 2014

The chocolates are made with cocoa from Tanzania and are filled with antioxidants.

Opopop aims to heat up microwave popcorn category

Hershey showcases its new strategies at Sweets & Snacks Expo

Hershey showcases new strategies, candy

Hard candy evolves beyond traditional sweetness

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