Calories in Dove Dark Chocolate Hearts

Calories in Dove Dark Chocolate Hearts
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Dove dark chocolate hearts are notable for their semisweet flavor and creamy texture. They are available in most grocery stores and specialty shops, especially around holidays such as Valentine's day.

Nutritional Information

Five Dove dark chocolate hearts contain 210 calories and 13 g of fat, 8 g of which are saturated fat. One serving contains 24 g of carbohydrates and 3 g of fiber.

Warning

Consuming too much saturated fat can lead to heart disease, high cholesterol and stroke, says Medline Plus. Since over half the fat in Dove dark chocolate hearts is saturated, eat these in moderation along with a healthy diet.

Benefits

Dark chocolate, such as that in Dove dark chocolate hearts, contains flavonoids, which can lower your blood cholesterol, lower your blood pressure and improve the circulation to your brain. According to the Dove company website, Dove dark chocolate contains slightly fewer calories and triple the fiber of their milk chocolate variety.

References

Article reviewed by Veronique Von Tufts Last updated on: Dec 20, 2011

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