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Posted 1/9/2012 3:46 AM (GMT 0)
Well, I gave up on being 100% strict SCD by adding some dark chocolate to my diet. I just couldn't give it up and I think the benefits outweigh the possibility of it feeding the bad bacteria (and I'm just not disciplined enough to give it up indefinitely).

I'm going with organic 85%, free of soy/wheat/etc, and I can't tell you how satisfying it is after not having had chocolate for months. And it looks like it's a good source of iron - 20% DV per serving, so ontop of the other benefits it looks like it packs a pretty decent amount of iron as well.

No bad reactions so far and I feel way less cranky, especially when PMSing. :)
Posted 1/9/2012 5:35 AM (GMT 0)
I adore dark chocolate-- it has been my absolute fave since I was a little kid. So, I can't fault you for giving in to delicious temptation. In moderation it probably won't hurt you. If I have a small amount, though, I tend to crave more, and then it treats me like caffeine if I really indulge-- badly. / Old Hat (31 yrs with left-sided UC; presently in remission taking brandname Colazal)
Posted 1/9/2012 2:04 PM (GMT 0)
*Gasp* Didn't you know that chocolate is a necessary requirement for PMS??? :) I'm glad you were able to enjoy your chocolate. I am not a fan of dark chocolate; it's too bitter for me. I think I would die without my milk chocolate! lol
Posted 1/9/2012 3:49 PM (GMT 0)
LOL, I know it's cliché but it really is for my PMS! xD

I've been so cranky over the last few months because of the SCD and it was like a wash of pure bliss when I bit into that chocolate last night. Thankfully I've always liked the darker stuff and I'm pretty good about not over indulging. I think the diet will be much easier to maintain now that I have atleast one thing I can look forward to sometimes - even though this technically means I'm not *on* the SCD anymore. :D
Posted 1/9/2012 5:47 PM (GMT 0)
I don't know if I could live without dark chocolate. Of course, if it meant I was able to be med-free, sure, but it would be tough. I love chocolate. Cacao is good too.
Posted 1/9/2012 7:01 PM (GMT 0)
I'm having a Dove dark chocolate right now! For me, the key is limiting intake to one or two pieces and I have it after a healthy meal to counteract the blood sugar effect.
Posted 1/9/2012 7:18 PM (GMT 0)
In the Victorian ages, chocolate was prescribed to women for their "hysteria"...so there's value in the endorphin/calming effects of it.

I, personally, don't like dark chocolate, but if I was desperate, I have it at home. I certainly wouldn't eat as much of it as I would milk chocolate. Mind you, all chocolate is NOT created equal.

WZ....enjoy, and try not to punish yourself mentally about it.

q
Posted 1/9/2012 9:35 PM (GMT 0)
I do concur with any of you. Giving up chocolate was one of the most difficult things for me. Dark chocolate is a taste of heaven... enjoy.
Posted 1/9/2012 10:07 PM (GMT 0)
I love dark chocolate, and it has many health benefits if eaten in moderation!
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