Researchers from Loma Linda University had students eat chocolate and answer a perceived stress scale questionnaire every two weeks in order to investigate the effects chocolate had on stress levels.
At the end of the study, not only did all participants feel less stressed, but they also felt happier overall. If this isn’t enough to convince you that eating chocolate is great, scientists have also confirmed that dark chocolate can help prevent certain cancers, promote cardiac health, and counteract high blood pressure.
Source: https://spoonuniversity.com/lifestyle/why-eating-dessert-can-be-good-for-your-health