When it comes to nutrition, milk delivers! As a registered dietitian nutritionist, I love recommending chocolate milk to children and adults alike. Here are my four reasons why you should make chocolate milk your family’s sports drink.
- Great Source of Protein. Whether you’re competing in athletics or playing poolside, chocolate milk is a great source of high-quality protein that’s sure to help fill your tank and curb hunger.
- Carbs to Fuel. It irks me that carbs get a bad rap. Carbohydrates are an important player during exercise because they give us energy. Carbs are the champ of pushing you harder and longer during a workout. Sure, chocolate milk has added sugar, but it serves a purpose if you’re exercising. Read more about exercise recovery and chocolate milk.
- Easy Hydration. Made of almost 90% water, chocolate milk helps you rehydrate. Nature’s sports drink also has the electrolytes you need after breaking a sweat.
- A Healthy, Tasty Treat. After a long day of fun in the sun, what’s better than an ice-cold glass of chocolate milk that the whole family can enjoy? Chocolate milk provides nutrients to power growing minds and bodies in every yummy glass.
Need more reasons to add chocolate milk to your fridge? I have 10! And you can't beat research. You can also compare the nutrients in your favorite drinks with this Think Your Drink handout.
