Hi Friend,
Happy Easter!
So did the Easter bunny bring you loads of mouth-watering chocolate? I do hope so. Because not only is dark chocolate a yummy treat, it is power-packed with goodness too.
Choc-full of disease-fighting antioxidants, this dark destroyer delivers a swinging roundhouse to the damaging free radicals that have been linked to cancer and heart disease.
Yet that's not all. Science also shows a regular supply of cocoa can get your cholesterol levels in check, thereby reducing the risk of clogged arteries.
The result?
A strong and healthy heart.
But how does dark chocolate help with your strength training?
Well, the secret seems to lie with its chemical makeup, as research shows eating dark chocolate affects your muscles in a similar way to high intensity training.
Here is what the guys in the lab coats found:
A group of US scientists at Wayne State University in Detroit carried out tests on mice and discovered the plant compound epicatechin (found in dark chocolate) appears to stimulate muscle growth.
Dr Moh Malek was one of the lead researchers and had this to say:
"Aerobic exercise, such as running or cycling, is known to increase the number of mitochondria in muscle cells. Our study has found that epicatechin seems to bring about the same response - particularly in the heart and skeletal muscles."
And it's this last part that holds special significance for us.
Because, not only does dark chocolate provide your wellbeing with a welcome boost, but it triggers muscle mass increases too.
This is great news for anyone who lifts weights, and is a fantastic reason to chomp chocolate!
To discover how much chocolate you need to eat, check out our article below…
Until next time,
Squat for Glory!
Lee
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