Many people are under the impression that chocolate can only be enjoyed if you’re not watching your weight or diet. There are so many strict diets out there and they hardly allow for any sugar or carbohydrate consumption. When the cravings set in, it’s enough to make anyone cranky!

The reality is that chocolate is not necessarily off the menu just because you are on a diet. Chocolate contains something called catechins which, according to research, help prevent heart disease and cancers. Of course, if you eat a large quantity of chocolate, the fat content in the chocolate will not be beneficial for your health or waistline. The key is moderation. If you enjoy a moderate amount of chocolate on a regular basis, you can satisfy your sweet tooth and enjoy the health benefits without all that guilt.

If you are worried about gaining weight from eating chocolate, the important thing to remember is to put in some extra effort to burn off those added calories. If you mow the lawn for 15 minutes, weed the garden or walk for 20 minutes, clean the windows, vacuum, or wash the car for 30 minutes, you will burn 100 calories before you know it!

So, if you are looking for a reason to enjoy chocolate or you want to spoil somebody with a chocolate gift but you are concerned about their new diet plan, you can set your mind (and theirs) at ease with this useful information! Chocolates can also be included in a gift hamper so you can make the recipient feel pampered without overloading them with a basket full of sweet temptation. A bottle of bubbly and luxury chocolates, for example, makes a delightful gift and something that the recipient can enjoy over several days as they savour the sweet, smooth flavour of their gourmet treats.