Dark chocolate is considered running food!

[JaoJao]

I’ve been reading up on suggested foods for runners and this has come up a few times! Dark chocolate! Note: minimum 70%

It reduces blood pressure and cholesterol levels and helps with inflammation.

So I went to the supermarket earlier and picked these delights as well as peanut butter, wholewheat pasta, bananas and potatoes.

Here is the full list: Bananas, Oats, Peanut butter , Broccoli, Plain yoghurt, Dark chocolate, Wholewheat pasta, Coffee, Potatoes.

Link: runtastic.com/blog/en/optim...

[Stephen_UK Graduate10]

Yum. That’s brilliant. Now I have a justification to eat more chocolate.

[JaoJao Graduate10 in reply to Stephen_UK]

OK but the recommendation is 2 or 3 pieces and not the full bar in one go! 😳

[Stephen_UK Graduate10 in reply to JaoJao]

That’s a shame. But still, it’s good news for choc fans.

[JaoJao Graduate10 in reply to Stephen_UK]

Definitely, this week my concentration has turned to running food and mindful eating, I have yet to post about my sufferings! 🤓

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate10]

Love chocolate JaoJao, not sure if it's good as a healthy food, more of a treat after a run, however, those in the photo look good and not too sugary or fatening.

[JaoJao Graduate10 in reply to AlMorr]

These are quality I assure you. I’ve always read the labels carefully on all my foods. I brought 3 bars so I have a supply for a couple months, the idea being I’ll have a small piece or two whenever I need that little boost and it will hopefully keep me away from cakes, biscuits, doughnuts etc. Win win!

[Jell6 Graduate10 in reply to JaoJao]

3 bars.....a couple of months!!!!

[JaoJao Graduate10 in reply to Jell6]

Too much or too little?

[Jell6 Graduate10 in reply to JaoJao]

I wouldn't get 3 weeks out of it 😳

[JaoJao Graduate10 in reply to Jell6]

Haha I know what you mean.

[backintime Graduate10]

my dad eats dark chocolate, he's allowed it even though he's diabetic

I used to have a mexican recipe with chicken and chocolate, can't find it now though

[JaoJao Graduate10 in reply to backintime]

Dark chocolate does not have any added sugar maybe that’s why, tons more quality than the confectionary milk chocolate bars.

Ah yes I know what you are referring to it’s ‘mole sauce’ a mix of chocolate and peppers used on chicken dishes. I did a foodie tour in Mexico many years ago now, that came up a few times!

[Knittingrunner Graduate10]

I discovered this too. So now me and hubby have been taste testing all the different brands and concentrations. Least favourite is Bournville. Favourite us M&S 91% 😊. Now I’ve got another reason to run 😂

[JaoJao Graduate10 in reply to Knittingrunner]

Ohhh I love anything M&S, good shout. I hope you are practising the art of moderation hehe!

Green and Black

M&S

Lindt

I’m polishing off a bar I brought back from Peru from the Choco Museum which falls under Artisan chocolate.

So much fun!

[Knittingrunner Graduate10 in reply to JaoJao]

Of course in moderation although hubby wishes it wasn’t 😂

[Jell6 Graduate10 in reply to Knittingrunner]

You should give Aldis "Moser Roth" " a go😋😋

[JaoJao Graduate10 in reply to Jell6]

Ooooh not heard of that one, will look out for it next time x

[cheekychipmunks Graduate10]

That is the best news I’ve heard for a long time! I know what’s going on my shopping list for tomorrow! Thanks JaoJao! 😀👍

[JaoJao Graduate10 in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Don’t forget the 70% and hope you find some good deals 😊

[JonathanP Graduate10]

Yes I treat myself to 1 or 2 squares a day - 70% plus has less sugar so ok for my type 2 diabetes (in those quantities!). 🍫