Chocolate (except Cols. 2,3)
Chocolate (except Cols. 2,3) is a Red food. Red foods should be avoided whenever possible.
Additional Quotes
Specific references to Chocolate (except Cols. 2,3) throughout Geoff Bond's publications.
Paleo in a Nutshell — 4. The Owner's Manual, p. 77
Cocoa powder is low-glycemic. Chocolate that is made with a high percentage of cocoa solids (and therefore little sugar) is low-glycemic. Generally, if "cocoa solids" comes before sugar on the ingredients list, it is probably acceptable to eat. In the raw, natural state, cocoa is rich in the micronutrients known as flavanols. These flavonols are much vaunted for benefits such as reducing Alzheimer's risk, LDL oxidation, and inflammation.
Deadly Harvest — 6. The Owner's Manual, p. 154
Chocolate which is made with a high percentage of cocoa solids (and therefore little sugar) is low glycemic and contains many useful micronutrients; it can be consumed in restrained quantities.