chocolate

Chocolate is a food made from roasted and ground cacao seed kernels that is available as a liquid, solid, or paste, either on its own or as a flavoring agent in other foods. 1 It has been consumed since at least the Olmec civilization (19th-11th century BCE) 1 , and was popular among the Maya and Aztecs. 1 Chocolate may have health benefits, such as reducing the risk of stroke and heart disease 2 , and may have beneficial effects on the skin. 2 People with diabetes can eat chocolate and other sugary foods in moderation. 2 However, it is important to be aware of the potential risks of consuming too much chocolate, such as developing a chocolate cyst. 2