Dietary guidelines show eating a small amount of dark chocolate on a daily basis can be good for your heart and provides mental benefits. Chocolate is high in calories, so limit yourself to a square or two per day. The greatest benefits come from 80 - 90% cocoa chocolate, as this has the highest levels of anti-oxidants.

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