24 Aug 2015
Dark Chocolate Increases Attention
Maylin Rodriguez-Paez RN
As the afternoon sets in, many of us find it becomes increasingly difficult to concentrate and work attentively.
Can chocolate help? A new study suggests the answer is yes. Researchers found that eating dark chocolate may help to increase alertness.
The results of the study were published in the journal NeuroRegulation.
Chocolate + Theanine = A Winning Combo for Staying Alert
Previous studies show chocolate can change the chemical activity of our brains. It’s particularly known for raising dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with focus, pleasure, and motivation.
For the current study, researchers recruited 122 young adults between …read more