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Chocolate \u2013 particularly dark chocolate \u2013 contains a variety of compounds known for its mood-lifting properties such as serotonin, which is a neurotransmitter that produces feelings of happiness. Talk about an instant serotonin boost!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Besides helping to regulate your mood, this overachiever of a brain chemical is also proven to promote a better sleep cycle and reduce overall stress levels. Don\u2019t just take it from us though; according to a study conducted in Finland, women who consumed chocolate during pregnancy are more likely to have <u><a href=\"http:\/\/news.bbc.co.uk\/2\/hi\/health\/3604275.stm\">\u201chappier babies\u201d<\/a><\/u>. Mamas you can eat more chocolate during pregnancy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>#2 Boost antioxidant levels<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Dark chocolate is packed with flavonoids, which are naturally occurring compounds that are high in antioxidants. Plus, it boasts some seriously powerful health benefits like improving cardiovascular health, strengthening the immune system and reducing blood pressure. Some research also suggests that consuming flavonoid-rich foods may help to prevent heart disease, cancer, diabetes and other common illnesses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">But as a rule of thumb, always opt for dark chocolate with a cocoa percentage that\u2019s 70% or higher \u2013\u00a0the darker it is, the more flavonoids it contains and the better it is for you. Besides cocoa, flavonoids can also be found in fruits and vegetables so be sure to eat your greens (and other colours of the rainbow) before indulging in your little snack!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>#3 Maintain a healthy weight gain<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Coping with weight gain can be a struggle for many expectant mums, but did you know that chocolate can actually help to keep your pregnancy pounds in check? It\u2019s a little-known fact that dark chocolate is great for controlling appetite, and it helps to lower your cholesterol count too. This ensures that your pregnancy weight game plan will be back on track; gaining weight at a steady pace is essential for the growth of your developing baby.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">But on top of all the health perks, it\u2019s important to remember that chocolate has a good amount of calories that may otherwise contribute to an unhealthy weight gain. A little chocolate doesn\u2019t hurt during the early stages of pregnancy, but you may want to start cutting back on your chocolate consumption when it comes to the third trimester. After all, chocolate doesn\u2019t exactly provide much nutritional value and your body will need all the energy it can get.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>#4 Benefit fetal development<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Your bub will thank you for this! In a recent <u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/306103\">finding<\/a><\/u>, it\u2019s reported that the consumption of chocolate has a significant positive impact on fetal growth and development. Thanks to the flavonoids present in cocoa, it\u2019s said to improve blood flow and placental function in expectant mothers, which makes for a safer pregnancy and an all-around healthier infant.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The same study also shows that regular chocolate intake lowers the incidence of preeclampsia during pregnancy, which is a condition that occurs due to the sudden rise in blood pressure and may lead to complications including preterm birth. In fact, eating chocolate reduces the risk by a whopping <u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2901253\/#:~:text=Women%20who%20reported%20regular%20chocolate,was%20equally%20protective%20against%20preeclampsia.\">50%<\/a><\/u> \u2013 that\u2019s enough of a reason to enjoy your favourite chocolate. 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