In a small but exceptionally important study (for those of us who can’t live without chocolate), Portuguese researchers have found a link between long term regular chocolate consumption and a reduced risk of cognitive decline. Studying people over 65, these researchers determined that in the 309 people enrolled in the study, those who consumed a moderate amount of chocolate on a weekly basis had a 40% decrease in their risk of mental impairment. However, the researchers also found that daily consumption of more than one espresso would diminish this protective effect of chocolate. So pick your poison, and Read This.