Chocolate causes constipation : False
On the contrary, its tannins stimulate colon movement, and its fibers accelerate bowel movement. Chocolate with over 85% of cocoa contains as high a level of fibers as whole wheat bread.

Chocolate accelerates ageing : False
Chocolate contains tannins (polyphenols) and vitamin E that slow down the rate of cell ageing and oxidation (linked to free radicals).

Chocolate is easy to digest : True
Those who say they have trouble digesting chocolate, sometimes eat too much of it after a big meal, as is often the case on special occasions (Christmas, Easter) when chocolate is a big favorite.

Chocolate gives migraine : False
Chocolate contains tyramine (a substance that can trigger migraine), but the quantities it contains are too small to trigger migraine on their own.

Chocolate leads to acne : False
Food does not lead to acne or worsen it.

Chocolate can be part of a balanced diet : True
Because it is rich in calories (about 550 kcal/100g), chocolate would not seem to be very good for people who want to lose weight or watch their weight. But provided that the energy intake does not exceed the energy burned during physical activity, it is quite possible to include chocolate as part of a balanced daily diet. Numerous studies have shown that there is no correlation between eating chocolate and putting on too much weight. The average body weight of chocolate eaters is similar to that of people who do not eat chocolate, among adults and children alike. For people on a diet, chocolate can add a note pleasure that helps them to stick to their diet and avoid problems such as bulimia.