Many people are unaware of the benefits of milk let alone chocolate milk. Studies have been done separately on each milk and chocolate, but never in combination. It wasn’t until recently that scientists began to delve into the benefits of chocolate milk versus water or Gatorade after a workout. Athletes such as Michael Phelps drew attention to this at the 2004 Olympics when he was seen to be drinking Carnation chocolate drinks after swims. Studies now show that chocolate milk aids the body in recovery, most importantly the muscles. Though not everything is known about chocolate milk a majority of the research found is conducted and extracted through the study of what chocolate milk contains. Breaking down all the beneficial health qualities found...

Depending on what kind of chocolate milk you drink, depends on the amount of calories. Eight ounces of whole chocolate milk contains approximately 210 calories, reduced fat milk contains between 160-170 calories, and skim milk contains 160 calories approximately per eight ounces. When comparing these different kinds of milk, it’s important to look into information regarding the type of milk used when mixing a chocolate milk drink and its nutritional benefits. There are four types of dairy milk derived on the market: whole, 2%, 1%, and skim. But there are also other types of milk that are non-dairy like soy milk, rice milk, and goat’s milk that is often fortified with the same ingredients as regular cow’s milk. Looking into select two...

It is extremely important to refuel after a workout, particularly within the first fifteen minutes after completing any form of physical exercise. Aerobic exercises and running deplete muscle energy as they are considered strenuous activities. Studies have shown that chocolate milk is a great recovery drink as it is less expensive than other recovery beverages or powders. Endurox R4, the most popular recovery powder on the market for instance, when broken down is approximately three times more expensive than chocolate milk according to serving size and cost of each item. Therefore it seems the smartest and tastiest way to recover with optimal nutritional benefits and cost-wise would be to drink chocolate milk as a recovery drink after...

Chocolate milk is a great way to recover after weight training and power exercise. It helps the muscles recover where weight training wears out the muscles. Carbohydrates are the most important calorie intake when strength training in order to build muscle. Low-fat milk provides a balanced ratio of protein to carbohydrates making chocolate milk a beneficial recovery aid. Carbohydrates are also the predominate source of energy for the body allowing it to metabolize and heal quicker. Carbohydrates turn to glycogen in the muscles allowing for bursts of energy to occur while weight training and the longer the work out, the more glycogen is required. Protein is also an essential nutrient when it comes to building muscle. This is found in chocolate milk...

Chocolate milk has substantial qualities that help improve your overall health. Studies show that when the two items, milk and chocolate, are combined, the nutritional benefits of each doubles their effects on your body. There is no real reason not to drink this ultimate kids’ drink as it has been proven to aid in all sorts of health benefits from prevention of cancer to helping your body build stronger muscle and bone. It makes the optimal drink not just after exercise, but any time to really aid your body in a number of ways. Chocolate milk can be broken down into its two components and been analyzed for its nutritional content to see how they work together when combined. Chocolate milk has been proven to be better than sports drinks which are...

Protein is an essential component to the body as it helps to build muscle in the body. The ratio between carbohydrates in chocolate milk—also known as milk sugar, glucose, or lactose—is proportionate to the protein level found in it as well. These two substances working together help to speed up the body’s recovery from a strenuous work-out and are recommended for those who exercise. This main group, athletes, has been studied extensively in order to figure out just how chocolate milk works compared to other sports drinks. Protein is part of the building blocks of life in the body because it is very important. The average American gets more protein than is needed in their diet, which can be a problem. But chocolate milk has other benefits...

Chocolate milk is the ultimate recovery aid for exhausted muscles. It is chalked full of nutrients that help build up the muscles and prevent them from depleting. It also reduces the risk of muscle damage when exercising through the essential amino acids found in the protein. These proteins work in harmony in order to repair and restore muscle composition and allow the body to build leaner muscle in order to become healthier and fit for anyone who participates in exercising. Amino acids are the building blocks of life and chocolate milk contains very important amino acids that aid in the recovery of muscle as well as building it. Studies have revealed that exercise depletes levels of glycogen in the muscles which allows your body to keep on going...