Eating dark chocolate could halve gum disease risk, researchers claim

EATING chocolate could halve the risk of gum disease, researchers believe.

Antioxidants from cocoa beans particularly in dark chocolate may be behind it, the experts reckon.

Cheese and unsalted peanuts are also linked to a lower risk, but filtered coffee and low-calorie drinks can increase the risk.

The study by Chongqing Medical University in China reported: “Our findings...