Posted on March 30, 2019 by Chocolate Covered Weekly What are the health benefits of dark chocolate? What are the health benefits of dark chocolate? MEDICAL NEWS TODAY Dark chocolate is rich in minerals, such as iron, magnesium, and zinc. The cocoa in dark chocolate also contains antioxidants called flavonoids, which may provide several health benefits. Post navigationPrevious post: Why is it so hard to stop eating chocolate? Drexel scientist’s bittersweet researchNext post: Blood Orange Chocolate Olive Oil Cake