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  • Immaskinnycow
    Immaskinnycow Posts: 29 Member
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    I personally think anything can be drunk or eaten as long as it's in moderation. If it's something you crave, drink a glass or two, just not the entire container. As someone else mentioned, try the silk or soy chocolate milks. I personally don't drink milk. I do use almond breeze with 40 calories per 8 oz, or silk almond unweetened with 35 calories per 8 oz. They have chocolate versions of these. I'm not sure about the calorie content. Best of luck to you.
  • TrainingWithTonya
    TrainingWithTonya Posts: 1,741 Member
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    Chocolate skim milk has been proven in studies to be one of the best recovery drinks after a weight training workout. The sugar is actually sent to the muscles to replenish glycogen after a workout and the protein is needed for repair of muscles. There was a study presented at the ACSM conference a few years ago about it and then one of my professors recreated the study at our school and it showed to be better then energy drinks or sports drinks for recovery. So, I say, go grab your chocolate milk if you enjoy it, but be sure you hit the weights before you drink it. :wink:
    16 years Certified Personal Trainer and Group Exercise Instructor
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  • jgondor
    jgondor Posts: 145 Member
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    you could always opt for chocolate almond milk....silk dark chocolate almond milk is amazing and is only 120 calories for 8oz :smile:
  • shaynak112
    shaynak112 Posts: 751 Member
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    Just kidding yourself *sigh* I know eh. I love chocolate milk, but I only have it like once a month as a "treat". I treat it like ice cream or something.
    Milk isn't really that good for you either. If I wanted "healthier" chocolate milk, I'd have chocolate soy milk.
  • hesn92
    hesn92 Posts: 5,967 Member
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    I <3 chocolate milk. I drink it. I also drink white milk. It has protein. And potassium. Therefor it is good for you LOL.
  • Alicia_Monique
    Alicia_Monique Posts: 338 Member
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    I take a half cup of chocolate almond milk & mix it in with a half cup of light vanilla soy. It's yummy! :)
  • ironanimal
    ironanimal Posts: 5,922 Member
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    Just kidding yourself *sigh* I know eh. I love chocolate milk, but I only have it like once a month as a "treat". I treat it like ice cream or something.
    Milk isn't really that good for you either. If I wanted "healthier" chocolate milk, I'd have chocolate soy milk.

    Milk is fantastic for you. And chocolate milk is perfectly balanced as a post-workout drink.
  • TrailRunner61
    TrailRunner61 Posts: 2,505 Member
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    One cup of Silk light chocolate soymilk is only 90 calories, has more calcium than milk and is just as good as Nestle's! I love it and plan on making choc soy ice milk with it this summer,, like I used to make with Nestle Quik.
  • Pebble321
    Pebble321 Posts: 6,554 Member
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    If you want it, drink it - at least you are getting some calcium with your sugar so it's probably a better choice than juice.
    Just make sure you log the calories, but I think that it's probably a better treat than a bar of chocolate or an icecream.
  • KetoBella
    KetoBella Posts: 141 Member
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    I found a coconut water drink that is chocolate flavored at Trader Joe's, it sound strange but it actually reminds me of chocolate milk and has lots of benefits.

    It's an all-natural, premium coconut water loaded with 5 essential electrolytes and more potassium than a banana - with natural dark chocolate flavor for a delicious drink that’ll satisfy a thirst and a sweet craving. ZICO Chocolate contains only 110 calories per 14 oz serving, which is half the amount of your average chocolate bar with one-fourth the fat.

    ZICO Chocolate also contains 30% less sugar than most flavored coconut waters and 60% less sugar and calories than leading chocolate milks, making it great for the whole family. Plus, it’s gluten-free, dairy-free and a good source of iron. Enjoy in a 14 oz bottle or mix in smoothies for an added treat.
  • Cr357
    Cr357 Posts: 238
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    agree that it's great post-workout...I used to drink it after long runs (8-10 miles) - it does a better job than gatorade as a recovery drink!
    I would have it as an occasional treat other than that, though - like eating a half a candy bar (treat) with a glass of milk (healthy!)
    It can be beneficial for endurance training -->http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed?term=chocolate milk and exercise recovery
  • pkfrankel
    pkfrankel Posts: 171 Member
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    There are plenty of websites that applaud the benefits of chocolate milk as a recovery drink. Most say "it has double the carbohydrate and protein content, perfect for replenishing tired muscles. Its high water content replaces fluids lost as sweat, preventing dehydration. Plus it packs a nutritional bonus of calcium, and includes just a little sodium and sugar -- additives that help recovering athletes retain water and regain energy."
  • PosyPods
    PosyPods Posts: 25
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    I love Carnation Breakfast Essentials - no sugar added chocolate milk powder. They make it in ready to drink cans and tubs of the powder, but I just buy the individual packets. One of those packets is 60 calories, 60mg sodium, 300mg potassium, 12g carbs, 4g fiber, 7g sugar, 5g protein, and 140% Vitamin C (plus about 25% of everything else). Add that to 1 cup (it still tastes good up to 16oz, though, and I usually do 1 1/2 cup) skim milk and you've got an "anytime" snack for 150 calories and a lot healthier than most chocolate milk.

    There is probably something healthier out there, but that's what works for me (without tasting gross or not being chocolate-y enough).
  • VanillaBeanSeed
    VanillaBeanSeed Posts: 562 Member
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    Thanks for all the replies. When I drink it, its usually after a work out. I buy a one cup container of 2%!
  • VanillaBeanSeed
    VanillaBeanSeed Posts: 562 Member
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    Also going to have to check out this soy or almond chocolate milk!!
  • gsager
    gsager Posts: 977 Member
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    Sometimes when Im at the drugstore, getting what ever we need, TP, coffee cream (for my bf), etc, I will start thinking. "Oh hey, lots of cheap pops/juices here, i should get one!" Then I think chocolate milk! Milks good for you right? Am I doing myself any favors, or just kidding myself?!
    Chocolate milk is good I drink it everyday.....it has calcium and protien. Very good choice!
  • bettyboop573
    bettyboop573 Posts: 610 Member
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    It's awesome after a workout and pretty well balanced for the job.

    one of the best things for after a workout :)
  • bettyboop573
    bettyboop573 Posts: 610 Member
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    Also going to have to check out this soy or almond chocolate milk!!

    they can be just as high in sugars if that is what you are concerned about...if you are using it as a an after workout drink i wouldnt worry too much :)
  • cruzandog
    cruzandog Posts: 2
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    Try Hood Fat Free Chocolate Milk I swear by there milk I hated free milk till I tried there products like anything it is done in moderation http://www.hood.com/Products/prodDetail.aspx?id=600&lb=862
  • kristenlees122
    kristenlees122 Posts: 242
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    i like to make my own, skim milk and dark chocolate syrup or powder. yummo

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