50 Food & Nutrition Myths You Need to Stop Believing

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35) Chocolate Will Make You Fat

It's not the chocolate that makes you fat, it's the sugar it contains and how much of it you eat. Anyone can become fat eating too much of anything, and it's no secret that excess sugar intake is a major culprit in expanding people's waistlines. The truth is, you can eat chocolate and not gain weight. Dark chocolate is the best choice, due to being rich in antioxidants—also, the darker it is, the less sugar it contains. You could even get away with one or two squares a day, if you opt for chocolate with at least 65% cacao.