More evidence that chocolate may be good for the heart, say researchers

Study of 21,000 people finds rate of heart disease and stroke decreased with amount eaten up to modest limits, but scientists warn it may not be a direct link

New research has added to tentative evidence that eating chocolate in modest quantities may be good for the heart.

Scientists in Britain looked at data from nearly 21,000 people who filled out questionnaires about their lifestyle and had their health monitored for more than 11 years.