Bodybuilding is not just about lifting weights and building muscles, it also requires optimal nutrition to support muscle growth, repair, and overall health. While many health-conscious individuals might consider dark chocolate a guilty pleasure, it can actually provide several benefits specifically tailored to the needs of bodybuilders. Its unique combination of nutrients, antioxidants, and performance-enhancing properties makes it a delicious and beneficial choice.

Bodybuilding legend Arnold Schwarzenegger‘s recent issue of the newsletter just came out a short while ago. In the latest edition of Pump Club, Schwarzenegger warned his fans about the latest revelation that happened about dark chocolates. He suggested ‘double check’ your favorite bar for these compounds. 

What are the harmful compounds present in dark chocolates?

Dark chocolate, with its rich flavor and velvety texture, is not just a delectable indulgence, but also offers an array of health benefits. But according to a new revelation that Schwarzenegger mentioned in his newsletter, dark chocolates often tend to have high levels of metals present like lead and cadmium. “The poison is always in the dose…So if you don’t eat too much chocolate or have it too often, there’s no need to worry. You’ll find trace metals in everything from  because lead and cadmium are natural elements of the earth’s crust,” wrote Schwarzenegger in his newsletter.

Schwarzenegger explained this further, revealing that milk chocolates have less chance of this. “If you prefer milk chocolate, you have even less reason to worry. That version has less cocoa, which means a lower likelihood of having more heavy metals,” said Schwarzenegger. 

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Apart from nutrition, Schwarzenegger also talks about other crucial elements responsible for a healthy lifestyle. In the previous edition of his newsletter, he mentioned the importance of good sleep and talked about the ever-growing sleep deficiency among people. 

What did Arnold reveal as the perfect number of hours to sleep?

After explaining a bit of sleep deficiency, Schwarzenegger revealed that there are no fixed hours of sleep that are essential. It all depends from person to person and on the type of work that an individual indulges in every day. “There isn’t a single “magic number” for sleep because it depends on your goals. If you want to prioritize brain health, a study of 500,000 people suggests 7 hours is what you need,” disclosed Schwarzenegger. 

“But when you drop below 6 hours per night, that’s when your brain and body give you the middle finger,” said Schwarzenegger. ‘The Austrian Oak’ also mentioned that getting less than 6 hours of sleep can make you unhealthy and obese. “A lack of sleep will also make you more irritable, susceptible to depression and anxiety, and can increase the likelihood of issues with your heart,” revealed Arnold.

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