Question

Eating chocolate relieves stress

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I think that moderate consumption of dark chocolate can indeed help relieve stress by boosting mood, lowering cortisol levels, and offering a comforting treat. However, it should be part of an overall healthy lifestyle, as overconsumption or reliance on chocolate for stress management can have the opposite effect.

Answer 1

I think the material presented is accurate and provides insightful information on how dark chocolate may reduce stress. It does a great job of describing the research that were utilized to obtain the data and giving specifics on how the data was obtained.
 

As a result of my investigation, I have found further evidence supporting the claim that dark chocolate may reduce stress. In a study by the International Journal of Health Services, posted by the National Library of Medicine, which is a government source, they showed data on how much stress chocolate reduces in both males and females. They also show the charts from the data. It showed different amounts of consumption at different stress levels and what the outcome was. I think this article, overall, was very accurate and trustworthy.

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4350893/

Answer 2

The claim that chocolate relieves stress is partly true. Based on my research, including a study by Johns Hopkins Medicine, stated that eating a moderate amount of dark chocolate can reduce stress levels. Due to the wording of this claim, which says that eating chocolate in general can reduce stress, I have to call it misleading because only dark chocolate is proven to help lower stress. Hopkins Medicine explains how people who consume dark chocolate report feeling less stressed, and researchers confirmed that after eating dark chocolate, there were reduced levels of the stress hormone cortisol. This may be related to dark chocolate’s effects on heart health, since stress is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Although the multiple health-boosting effects dark chocolate has, overconsumption is very frowned upon, and only an occasional treat will do the trick.

Sources:

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/the-benefits-of-having-a-healthy-relationship-with-chocolate

https://healthcare-bulletin.co.uk/article/stress-reducing-effect-of-a-single-dose-of-dark-chocolate-in-healthy-individuals-an-assessment-using-heart-rate-variability-2891/

Answer 3

The theory "eating chocolate relieves stress" has been proven as factual by researchers and scientists in the last decade. In various studies and experiments, cases of stress relief and mood change have been dicovered due to the compunds of flavonoids and tryptophan, which boost blood flow to the brain, and produce seratonin. This rearch can be located using the following link - https://news.llu.edu/for-journalists/press-releases/new-studies-show-dark-chocolate-consumption-reduces-stress-and-inflammation-while-improving-memory-immunity-and-mood

Answer 4

The National Institute of Health did a study on this claim, and concluded that it was true. They found that consuming milk and dark chocolate over a two week period can reduce stress, specifically in females. According to Healthline, dark chocolate is a healthier sweet treat because it is rich in fiber and antioxidants. Overall, dark chocolate can "lower the risk of cardiovascular disease, improve blood flow, and lower blood pressure." Based on the facts found on two credible websites, it is safe to say that there is science behind using an enjoyable snack to reduce stress, along with other health benefits.

Sources: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4350893/

https://www.healthline.com/health-news/dark-chocolate-improves-memory-reduces-stress#1

Answer 5

Chocolate does relieve stress. According to the National Library of Medicine, Cocoa Polyphenols have been shown to reduce stress. Through using studies on medical students, they proved that the consumption of chocolate, either milk chocolate or dark chocolate, can reduce stress hormones. Another study done by Loma Linda University Health shows that dark chocolate is more helpful in reducing stress than milk chocolate, as it has a higher concentration of cocoa, which is the main perpetrator of what results in anti-stress. Not only does it have a calming effect, but it also can support cognitive and cardiovascular health. So it's even better than this claim suggests!

Answer 6

Parts of this claim are true. They say eating chocolate (meaning any kind of chocolate) can help reduce stress levels but in their article they mentioned, it only talks about dark chocolate. From a study from the National Library of Medicine, they state, "Cocoa polyphenols have been shown to reduce stress in highly stressed, as well as normal healthy individuals". They then go on to show a picture of the amount of cocoa polyphenols in each type of chocolate; dark, milk, and white. Dark chocolate had the highest levels of cocoa meaning it will reduce more stress than milk and white. After looking deeper into other sources like Healthline and the study that they mention in that article (Loma Linda University Health), dark chocolate has positive effects on stress levels, inflammation, mood, memory and immunity. Stating nothing about milk or white chocolate. However, this claim is partially true. 

Study: Effects of chocolate intake on Perceived Stress; a Controlled Clinical Study - PMC

Article: Dark Chocolate Reduces Stress, Improves Memory

Study from article: New studies show dark chocolate consumption reduces stress and inflammation, while improving memory, immunity and mood | News

Answer 7

This claim is true for dark chocolate. Eating dark chocolate in moderation can help relieve stress and help with better cardiovascular health.   

https://www.verywellmind.com/dark-chocolate-health-and-stress-relief-3144564

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/the-benefits-of-having-a-healthy-relationship-with-chocolate

Answer 8

Yes, dark chocolate can relieve stress. According to the PMC, they conducted a study involving different groups of people who consumed different varieties of chocolates. The one group that consumed dark chocolate had lower stress levels than the other groups. This is because the cocoa polyphenols in dark chocolate help lower stress hormones. Do double-check on this. I also looked into another site. The European Journal of Cardiovascular Medicine states, "a trial demonstrated that dark chocolate consumption for two weeks reduced cortisol levels and improved mood states"(Mythri). To conclude, yes, dark chocolate can help reduce stress levels by lowering cortisol levels through the action of consuming cocoa polyphenols. 

https://healthcare-bulletin.co.uk/article/stress-reducing-effect-of-a-single-dose-of-dark-chocolate-in-healthy-individuals-an-assessment-using-heart-rate-variability-2891/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4350893/

Answer 9

This claim is partly true, but it’s not as simple as it sounds. Some research shows that eating dark chocolate, especially the kind with a high cocoa content, can help lower stress hormones and improve mood. However, these studies are usually small and short-term, so the results aren’t definite. Also, chocolate that’s mostly sugar or milk doesn’t have the same benefits. While eating a bit of dark chocolate might make you feel better, it’s not a magic cure for stress.

Sources: 

https://www.verywellmind.com/dark-chocolate-health-and-stress-relief-3144564

https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/your-brain-on-chocolate-2017081612179

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/the-benefits-of-having-a-healthy-relationship-with-chocolate