By Tarun Sai Lomte Reviewed by Susha Cheriyedath, M.Sc. Oct 23 2025 Researchers discovered that a single serving of dark chocolate milk improved sprint times and power output in young adults, suggesting its potential as a natural ergogenic aid, though benefits remain modest and context-dependent. Study: Effects of Dark Chocolate on Physiological and Anaerobic Performance Among Healthy Female and Male Adults . Image Credit: xpixel / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal