J Int Soc Sports Nutr August 2016 PMID 26674253

Dark chocolate supplementation reduces the oxygen cost of moderate intensity cycling.

Rishikesh Kankesh Patel, James Brouner, Owen Spendiff

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Discussions reflect a positive reception towards the study, with posts like 'El consumo de chocolate oscuro, podría mejorar la liberaciÃ³n de Ã³xido nÃtrico en el cuerpo,' highlighting potential performance benefits. The tone is enthusiastic and motivational, emphasizing training and performance, which underscores the perceived importance and practical relevance of the findings.

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Most discussions agree that dark chocolate can positively influence exercise performance by increasing nitric oxide levels, as indicated by comments about performance improvements and fatigue reduction.

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Abstract in brief

Dark chocolate (DC) rich in flavanols appears to boost nitric oxide bioavailability, which can reduce the oxygen needed during moderate exercise and improve cycling performance.
In a study with nine male participants, consuming 40g of DC daily increased their gas exchange threshold (GET) and time trial (TT) performance, with a 6% rise in VO2max, although the latter was not statistically significant compared to white chocolate.
Overall, regular DC intake lowered the oxygen cost of moderate exercise, suggesting it might serve as an effective ergogenic aid for improving short-duration, moderate-intensity cycling performance.]

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