Is there any magical use for expired chocolate?

Chocolate is a very popular ingredient in modern life. Most people like its texture and taste very much. It tastes very smooth and refreshing, and its sweetness makes people feel extremely happy. Although chocolate is delicious, it is rich in fat and cannot be eaten too much, otherwise it will easily cause serious side effects to the body. Chocolate that is not finished will easily expire. So, is there any magical use for expired chocolate?

1. When driving out for travel or business trip, the most feared thing is driving while tired. At this time, it is best to carry some chocolate (dark chocolate is best) with you. When you feel a little tired, holding a piece of chocolate can relieve fatigue and achieve a refreshing effect.

2. Diarrhea is very uncomfortable, and if it is serious, it may lead to dehydration. At this time, eating a little chocolate can relieve the water loss caused by diarrhea and prevent dehydration.

3. Chocolate also has a good stress-relieving effect. When facing exams or important meetings, people generally have a lot of psychological pressure. At this time, eating a few pieces of chocolate can occasionally relieve stress, calm your mood, and help you concentrate.

4. Many friends who want to lose weight dare not eat anything when they are hungry for fear of getting fat. At this time, you might as well eat a little chocolate. It will quickly make you feel full, and eating a moderate amount of chocolate will never make you fat.

5. Eating a moderate amount of dark chocolate every day can prevent stroke, and is also effective in preventing heart disease and lowering blood pressure.

6. When you have a dry cough, hold some chocolate in your mouth, which will help relieve the cough after a while.

How to store chocolate properly

1. How to store at room temperature

If the weather is not very hot, you can place the chocolate in a cool, dry, clean place at room temperature, away from direct sunlight, away from water and other odors. When storing chocolate, temperature and humidity are the most important, and the environment is best kept dry. The storage temperature of pure chocolate is 5~20℃, and the humidity is best controlled at 82~85℃. The storage temperature of compound chocolate is between 8~18℃, and the humidity is preferably controlled at 78℃. This kind of chocolate can be kept for two to three weeks even if it is opened.

2. How to store outdoors

If you just bought chocolate outside and don't plan to go home right away, it is recommended to go to the store to buy chocolate before going home if the outdoor temperature is high and the weather is hot. You can wrap it in a plastic bag, put some ice cubes in it, and take it home as soon as possible for storage.