There’s some good news for all those chocolate lovers out there.
It turns out the sugary snack could help middle-aged people exercise because it gives the perfect pre-workout hit, according to a new study.
Researchers have found that a bioactive compound in cocoa increases blood flow and makes exercising easier due to a faster uptake of oxygen.
Because the rate at which oxygen consumption increases at the start of exercise slows with age, these compounds were found to be particularly helpful for middle-aged gym-goers.
Scientists say chocolate is the ideal pre-workout snack for middle-aged people.
Cocoa flavanol increases blood flow and makes exercising easier, a study found
Plant nutrient is found in cocoa powder and to a lesser extent in dark chocolate
Consuming shake with one and a half tablespoons of cocoa offers best benefits
