Trail mix with dark chocolate is a feast of flavors. It is filled with diverse textures that make snack time an exciting experience. This dark chocolate trail mix has chunks of chocolate that deliver an intense flavor that complements the tart and tangy cranberries included in the mix. Pumpkin seeds add a slight crispness that balances the chewiness of the cranberries. Almonds add a distinctive crunch while the unique creamy, semi-soft texture of cashews adds luxuriousness to the mix. The nutty, buttery flavor of walnuts blends well with the other ingredients in the mixture. The dark chocolate, nuts, dried fruit and pumpkin kernels that makeup this mix are all considered a heart-healthy foods. In combination, they include mono-unsaturated fats, protein, potassium, vitamin E and magnesium which support heart health. Nuts are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids and fiber. They also contain L-arginine which is beneficial to your arteries. Dark chocolate is revered for its ability to help lower blood pressure. It may also boost brain health and help protect your skin from sun damage. Another good reason, to make this delectable trail mix one of your frequent snack foods is that it is an excellent source of antioxidants that are beneficial to your over all health. As part of a health-conscious diet, you are likely to always be looking for foods that support the physical function of your heart. When you choose a food such as this dark chocolate trail mix, you’re not only eating a combination of items that help keep your heart healthy, you’re also eating foods that can make your heart happy. Dark chocolate and walnuts are attributed to improving one’s mood. Stress, frustration and irritability can cause your blood pressure to rise and be detrimental to your heart health in other ways. Eating something that boosts your mood can be beneficial to your heart.
