Appropriate intake of chocolate during menstruation is allowed, but not excessive.
Chocolate contains antioxidant elements, which can improve menstrual discomfort when consumed in moderation. Moreover, chocolate contains a compound called phenol, which can promote vascular absorption after consumption, normalize blood flow in the vessels, and alleviate various symptoms of discomfort. However, excessive intake can affect health.
1. Chocolate is a high-calorie food. Overeating during menstruation can easily lead to excessive heat accumulation in the body, causing obesity over time. The large amount of sugar in chocolate can also stimulate insulin secretion, increase appetite, and increase calorie intake, leading to weight gain.
2. Chocolate is a high-calorie food that can quickly replenish the energy needed by the body. Chocolate has a relatively low protein content but a high fat content. The best way to consume chocolate during menstruation is to cut it into small pieces and eat it slowly in small amounts, which is easy to satisfy and creates a sense of fullness.
3. Chocolate contains catecholamine, which can exacerbate menstrual irritability and breast pain during menstruation. Therefore, chocolate can be consumed during menstruation, but in moderation. Women with menstrual syndrome are advised to eat less chocolate. As a high-calorie food, chocolate should only be consumed moderately and not excessively, as it can lead to rapid weight gain.
