chocolate milk

Cr357

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

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

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

Thanks for all the replies. When I drink it, its usually after a work out. I buy a one cup container of 2%!

VanillaBeanSeed

Also going to have to check out this soy or almond chocolate milk!!

gsager

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

It's awesome after a workout and pretty well balanced for the job.

one of the best things for after a workout

bettyboop573

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

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

i like to make my own, skim milk and dark chocolate syrup or powder. yummo