The nutritional potential of chocolate in cancer prevention: A significant literature review

Muslim, Muhammad Bilal and Mohamad Azmi, Helmi Affendi and Muslim, Aini Khalida (2025) The nutritional potential of chocolate in cancer prevention: A significant literature review. International Journal of Innovation And Industrial Revolution (IJIREV), 7 (21). pp. 39-58. ISSN 2637-0972

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Abstract

Chocolate, rich in bioactive compounds such as flavonoids and polyphenols, has attracted growing interest for its potential role in cancer prevention. This Systematic Literature Review (SLR), guided by the PRISMA protocol, evaluates the nutritional potential of chocolate in cancer prevention. Comprehensive searches in Scopus and ScienceDirect identified 33 primary studies that met inclusion criteria. Thematic analysis revealed three key research domains: (1) the role of chocolate and cocoa in functional foods and health promotion, focusing on antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and chemopreventive properties; (2) agricultural and biotechnological aspects affecting cocoa phytochemical profiles; and (3) dietary behaviors and public health perspectives on chocolate consumption. Findings suggest a strong association between moderate chocolate intake and reduced oxidative stress, inflammation, and cancer risk. However, inconsistencies in processing methods and dosage limit generalizability. This review highlights the need for standardized clinical trials and integrative nutritional frameworks to better utilize chocolate’s chemopreventive potential in public health and oncology.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Chocolate, Functional Food, Nutritious, Cancer, PRISMA
Divisions:	Faculty of Technology Management and Technopreneurship
Depositing User:	Norfaradilla Idayu Ab. Ghafar
Date Deposited:	20 Jul 2026 08:55
Last Modified:	20 Jul 2026 08:55
URI:	http://eprints.utem.edu.my/id/eprint/30050
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