The gifts we give and receive on Valentines day have great benefits for us emotionally (they make us happy and help show the love we feel for the special people in our lives, and their love for us). But did you know they could have physical benefits, too?

Health Benefits of Chocolate:

Dark chocolate. The darker the better. It is a great source of magnesium. It can help improve the health of your heart and your brain and aid in balancing blood sugar. Plus, it is full of antioxidants to build up your body’s defense system!

Health Benefits of Roses/Rose Oil:

Roses are worth more than we give credit for. They are more than just a pretty smell or to look beautiful. It can be a wonderful perfume, of course, but it can also improve your mood and attitude and help with hormones.

Using rose oil on the skin can have some great health and beauty benefits, as well.

Health Benefits of Strawberries and Cherries:

Just a couple of the favorite Valentines day treat flavors!

Strawberries – Full of antioxidants that help fight inflammation in your body. They are a great source of Vitamin C, can help support your hormones and they are very good for your brain health.

Cherries – High in antioxidants and can also help your body fight inflammation. They can improve heart health and they contain chemicals that can help improve your sleep cycle.

And that is just a brief look at a FEW benefits of a FEW things we can enjoy on this day! Kind of gives you a different perspective on your valentines traditions, doesn’t it? Enjoy your treats and have a happy, and HEALTHY, valentines day!