A randomized controlled study published online on August 14, 2012 in Hypertension and funded by Mars Inc, found that in otherwise healthy elderly individuals with mild cognitive impairment, regular consumption of a flavonol-rich cocoa drink improves cognitive functions, most likely by improving their glucose/insulin metabolism. The cocoa intervention was for a 2 month period, and consisted of either a low-, a medium-, or a high-flavonol cocoa drink, or a placebo. Both the high- and the medium-flavonol drinks conferred some benefits to cognition, insulin resistance, and blood pressure. The subjects' cognitive functions were evaluated using standardized tests. Other research has found the cocoa has positive effect on brain function. Including dark chocolate in a healthy diet, rich in vegetables and fruits, as well as regular physical and mental exercise are perhaps the easiest and most effective ways to prevent mental decline.
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