Cholesterol is a member of the lipids group (fats and fat-similar substances) that is produced by either the body, or is taken in through food.

It fulfils some vitally important duties in our body. For example, it is a precursor for some hormones and ensures the stability of cell membranes. Cholesterol is bound to carrier proteins in our blood and occurs in three different forms of transportation: HDL (“good cholesterol”), LDL (bad cholesterol”), and VLDL cholesterol (“bad cholesterol”). An increase of LDL cholesterol, in contrast to HDL cholesterol, increases the risk of arteriosclerosis forming. Therefore, it also increases the risk of cardiac infarct and apoplexy.

The daily supply of cholesterol to our bodies should not substantially exceed 300mg. However, food cholesterol usually only has a small influence on serum cholesterol levels.

Even though chocolate has a relatively high fat content, the results of numerous tests show that its enjoyment only minimally affects cholesterol levels.

However, if you would prefer to avoid cholesterol in chocolate, then try our RITTER SPORT Dark Chocolate, Marzipan, Peppermint, or Fine extra Dark Chocolate. Cholesterol is only present in chocolate that contains milk – as a component of the milk.