If you are like most active people, chocolate is among your favorite foods.
Some people go so far as saying they are addicted to chocolate.
Scientists have extensively studied chocolate, trying to determine the source of its power beyond having a pleasurable taste, smell, and texture. Although we do not know the exact reasons why chocolate is so popular, we do know chocolate alters brain chemistry and creates a pleasant mood. Chocolate contains substances similar to drugs that may account for chocolate's stimulant, anti-depressant, and mood altering effects. If chocolate is on your favorite food list, the following article may answer some questions you have about chocolate and its role in both your daily diet and sports diet. The good news is, chocolate is not as bad for your health as you may think.