Does Chocolate Lower AFib Risk?

A Danish study found that eating chocolate may be associated with a lower risk for atrial fibrillation (Afib)—a type of irregular heart rhythm that increases blood clots, stroke, and heart failure.

Chocolate May Reduce Irregular Heart-Rate Risk News Medical—A Danish study found that eating chocolate may be associated with a lower risk for atrial fibrillation (Afib)—a type of irregular heart rhythm that increases blood clots, stroke, and heart failure. Read More →

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