Despite the persistent belief that chocolate contains fermentable carbohydrates and thus contributes to tooth decay, research has shown that chocolate is less prone to cause such decay than was traditionally believed. Chocolate has the ability to offset the acid-producing potential of the sugar it contains, and has also been known to reduce the demineralization process, an activity that directly results in the formation of tooth decay. Chocolate and Acne Many independent studies have been conducted on groups of individuals to prove that chocolate neither causes nor aggravates acne. Chocolate and Cocoa Butter Cocoa butter, the fat that is found in the cocoa bean, gives chocolate its smooth texture. Despite having a high saturated fat content, it does not raise blood cholesterol levels, as does other saturated fats, due to its high stearic acid content.
Stearic acid is, in fact, known to actually reduce blood cholesterol levels.