Those who have the habit of enjoying a good glass of red wine accompanied by a piece of chocolate have good reasons to celebrate. A recent study by the University of Exeter in England found that both foods help fight wrinkles and keep skin young.

Wine and chocolate fight aging

According to the research, both red wine and chocolate contribute to the rejuvenation of cells. The secret would be in the flavonoids, compounds present in both foods and known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.

To reach this conclusion, the scientists analyzed the cells in the laboratory with natural chemicals that are in red wine, bitter chocolate, red grapes and blueberries, and discovered that the cells showed positive changes.

The experience was repeated several times and, in each case, the cells rejuvenated, said Eva Latorre, leader of the scientific work, who believes that the data obtained can lead to advances in therapies to stop the aging of the skin.