Patients could soon be given dark chocolate to prevent them from getting heart disease.
Professor Roger Corder at the William Harvey Research Institute in London is seeking permission to test his theory out on 40 cardiovascular disease patients.
His idea is based on evidence which suggests that flavonoids, a type of chemical found in chocolate, red wine and tea, can cut the risk of heart disease, blood pressure and strokes.
The professor will aim to test out how the ingredients in the dark chocolate can affect vascular function in patients with severe diseases.
Despite the supposed benefits, health experts argue that these positives are outweighed by the fact that chocolate is high in fat and sugar.
Professor Corder said: "It is probably wrong to say that all dark chocolate is good for you.
"I think it is going to take at least six to 12 months before it is clear which are the best dark chocolate brands to recommend.
"The current research in this area should not be seen as an excuse to over indulge in chocolate at Easter."
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So, that's 2 Bounty and a Mars Midnight 3 times daily before food.
