topicCocoa Flavanol Mood Meta-Analysis
claimMetS is a multifactorial condition, with its primary indicators including obesity, hypertension, dyslipidemia, insulin resistance, and hyperglycemia; i.e., a patient who possesses at least 3 of the following parameters is designated with MetS: glucose intolerance, increased levels of triglycerides, augmented waist circumference, low levels of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-c), and hypertension [,,].
evidence level3
citationTomaru Júlia Mayumi (2026)
sourceBeyond Taste: The Impact of Chocolate on Cardiovascular and Steatotic Liver Disease Risk Factors
topicCocoa Flavanol Mood Meta-Analysis
claimIt is possible to develop a close relationship with MetS, metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), and CVD [,].
evidence level3
citationTomaru Júlia Mayumi (2026)
sourceBeyond Taste: The Impact of Chocolate on Cardiovascular and Steatotic Liver Disease Risk Factors
topicCocoa Flavanol Mood Meta-Analysis
claimMASLD is strongly associated with various conditions, including MetS, and is characterized by the persistence of a chronic inflammatory state detrimental to the organism [,].
evidence level3
citationTomaru Júlia Mayumi (2026)
sourceBeyond Taste: The Impact of Chocolate on Cardiovascular and Steatotic Liver Disease Risk Factors
topicCocoa Flavanol Mood Meta-Analysis
claim1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Metabolic disorders are increasing sharply due to severe modifications in lifestyle [,,,].
evidence level3
citationTomaru Júlia Mayumi (2026)
sourceBeyond Taste: The Impact of Chocolate on Cardiovascular and Steatotic Liver Disease Risk Factors
topicCocoa Flavanol Mood Meta-Analysis
claim1 2 3 3 3 4 5 6 The characteristics of dementia syndrome are cognitive dysfunction, including memory loss, reduced executive functions, language impairment, and affected performance in daily life activities [].
evidence level4
citationSbai Oualid (2026)
sourceThe Role of Polyphenols on Cognitive Function and Dementia Through Gut–Microbiota–Brain Axis Modulation: A Narrative Review
topicCocoa Flavanol Mood Meta-Analysis
claimNotably, about 70% of older people are living in low–middle income countries [], representing a significant economic weight associated with medical costs for health systems [].
evidence level4
citationSbai Oualid (2026)
sourceThe Role of Polyphenols on Cognitive Function and Dementia Through Gut–Microbiota–Brain Axis Modulation: A Narrative Review
topicCocoa Flavanol Mood Meta-Analysis
claimIn addition, it is necessary to unveil the risk factors promoting dementia in order to develop preventive strategies.
evidence level4
citationSbai Oualid (2026)
sourceThe Role of Polyphenols on Cognitive Function and Dementia Through Gut–Microbiota–Brain Axis Modulation: A Narrative Review
topicCocoa Flavanol Mood Meta-Analysis
claimDementia affects approximately 55 million individuals worldwide, and its prevalence is expected to rise up to 131.5 million by 2050, representing a major global health challenge [,].
evidence level4
citationSbai Oualid (2026)
sourceThe Role of Polyphenols on Cognitive Function and Dementia Through Gut–Microbiota–Brain Axis Modulation: A Narrative Review