From protecting your heart to improving memory, each piece of rich, luscious chocolate has amazing health benefits. But did you imagine that pairing it with your favorite read could make it all the more enjoyable? Check out why books and chocolate bars are the best mix:

1. Dont mind sushine on pages

You know how comfortable it is to read under a tree with the sun coming through the leaves? A few chocolate squares will protect your skin against sun damage, while you are immersed in the story. Chocolate is a great source of flavonoids, which provide a barrier against pollution, allergies and inflammation.

2. Blurry eyes no more

When you get into a good story there’s just no way you can drop it till morning even if you know it’s past your sleep time. A good old chocolate bar will sharpen your eyesight and prevent you waking up with tired eyes. Search no more! Chocolate bedtime aid is at your side.

3. Makes for a dazzling smile

Choose wisely and you might just become friends with your dentist again! Nibbling on dark chocolate will protect your pearly whites against decay. Make sure you pick the varieties with a minimum of 60% cocoa. Chocolate will become your secret to a beautiful smile, so melt it in the story. No chocolate guilt in your reading time!

4. Gets you through the dull paragraphs

Not all parts of a story are written equally. Some might be very intricate or require you to re-read parts of the story to make sure you have you facts clear. A chunk of chocolate will help you reach the end of a tedious chapter and go on to the interesting bits.

5. Re-wrap the story

Do you collect chocolate wrappers in all shapes and sizes? You could use them to mark parts of the book you liked most. Think of a color code and place them as little notes to come back to the most inspiring paragraphs. No pain in eating chocolate often. You’ll just end up with more wrappers and funny notes.

6. Enjoy before it runs out

According to experts cocoa plants are perishing in the warm climate. So just in case we find ouselves with no chocolate, don’t waste time and reach for a chunky bar. Theres no time like right now to read up and have your favorite treat.

7. Chocolate snippets in 3D

Having a similar setting to the story you are reading brings you closer to the characters and keeps you in the picture. Imagine what it would be like reading about chocolate delights when you are having your own. Next level of tasty!