{"id":36284,"date":"2022-11-30T04:41:19","date_gmt":"2022-11-29T20:41:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/?p=36284"},"modified":"2023-09-10T17:57:23","modified_gmt":"2023-09-10T09:57:23","slug":"how-much-chocolate-is-too-much","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/how-much-chocolate-is-too-much\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Chocolate Is Too Much"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662c832d9d013\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662c832d9d013\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\"><nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 \"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/how-much-chocolate-is-too-much\/#How_Much_Chocolate_Is_Too_Much\" title=\"How Much Chocolate Is Too Much?\">How Much Chocolate Is Too Much?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/how-much-chocolate-is-too-much\/#What_are_the_side_effects_of_eating_too_much_chocolate\" title=\"What are the side effects of eating too much chocolate?\">What are the side effects of eating too much chocolate?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/how-much-chocolate-is-too-much\/#Does_eating_too_much_chocolate_cause_stomach_ache\" title=\"Does eating&nbsp;too much chocolate&nbsp;cause stomach ache?\">Does eating&nbsp;too much chocolate&nbsp;cause stomach ache?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/how-much-chocolate-is-too-much\/#Can_you_die_from_eating_too_much_chocolate\" title=\"Can you die from eating&nbsp;too much chocolate?\">Can you die from eating&nbsp;too much chocolate?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Chocolate_Is_Too_Much\"><\/span>How Much Chocolate Is Too Much<strong>?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>One is advised to consume everything in moderation. In terms of <a href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/can-lactose-intolerants-eat-chocolate\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"12105\">chocolate<\/a>, it is said to consume only one to two ounces of chocolate in one day. In grams, this would be somewhere between thirty to sixty gram. If you eat more than this, you will be at risk of consuming plenty of calories.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eating too much <a href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/how-much-chocolate-is-too-much\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"36284\">chocolate<\/a> may cause discomfort in your stomach, since caffeine is an <a href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/is-cheese-acidic-or-basic\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"24255\">acidic<\/a> substance by nature. <a href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/what-happens-when-adding-oil-to-melted-chocolate\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4610\">Chocolate<\/a> in large amounts may cause various <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/articles\/7040-gastrointestinal-diseases#:~:text=Constipation%2C%20irritable%20bowel%20syndrome%20(IBS,a%20diet%20low%20in%20fiber.\" target=\"_blank\">gastrointestinal issues<\/a>. If you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome or diarrhea, too much chocolate may worsen these conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-electric-grass-gradient-background has-background\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Types<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Amount<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Milk Chocolate<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">3 mg per ounce<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Highly Processed Chocolate<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2.4 mg per ounce<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Dark Chocolate<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">130-450 mg<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Types of chocolates and the amount of theobromine they contain.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you eat chocolate only sometimes, you can avoid the bad side effects that come with eating chocolate daily. A big dog can eat more<a href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/what-happens-when-adding-butter-to-melted-chocolate\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"18571\"> chocolate<\/a> than a small dog without suffering any adverse effects. The best thing you can do for your body is only consume small, shards of chocolate at a time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try and have all of your chocolate during meals, or allow some time in between indulgences so that your stomach has time to adapt. There you have it folks, do not gorge on all that chocolate all at once. When one square turns into a whole candy bar, though, that is probably when you are eating too much chocolate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Benefits and Side Effects of Eating Too Much Chocolate\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RVyV4iVO8Bg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Find out the side effects of eating too much chocolate<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are specific health benefits that you may experience from eating chocolate regularly. In fact, chocolate has a number of benefits for the mental and physical health of your children if consumed in reasonable amounts. According to countless nutritionists and health experts, as well as myriad studies, chocolate actually has the potential to do quite a bit for the health of the body. Despite chocolates ill-fated reputation of being fattening, there are likely many health benefits associated with the yummy treat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only can excessive amounts of this chocolate lead to weight gain, it may also increase the persons blood sugar levels, which may be hazardous to those diagnosed with diabetes. Chocolate contains a large number of calories, leading to inappropriate weight gain. Over time, eating too much chocolate or other foods that have added sugars may cause weight gain, diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and other chronic conditions, says Harvards T.H. The biggest is weight gain from caloric and sugar intake, which leads to problems including heart-related illnesses (far more than any supposed benefits from eating chocolate, according to The Washington Post).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong><em>If you&rsquo;re interested in <a href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/benefits-of-soaking-rice\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"17301\">Benefits Of Soaking Rice<\/a>, take a look at my other article<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Chocolate is a high-energy (high-calorie) food, and eating too much can result in excessive weight, which is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease. While it is true that antioxidants in dark chocolate provide health benefits, this does not mean that you should consume as much of it as you like &mdash; it still contains fat, sugar, and calories. Even though the amount consumed is not an issue of toxicity, dogs may still get sick due to the fat and sugars found in chocolate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The high levels of theobromine in dark chocolate means that it only takes a very small amount to poison a dog. A dogs body cannot handle the high levels of caffeine and theobromine found in chocolate, and these are toxic to dogs. <a href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/can-carob-powder-be-substituted-for-cocoa-powder\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"23877\">Cocoa<\/a> butter contains minuscule or zero levels of theobromine, the chemical in chocolate that is toxic to dogs. It is worth noting the levels of theobromine differ depending on chocolate type, with cacao powder and dark chocolate having the highest concentrations followed by milk and white chocolate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, different types of chocolate contain different amounts of theobromine. Chocolates range in concentrations of theobromine, but the average type that is darker will contain around 100mg per ounce. Milk and other highly processed chocolates have around 2.4mg theobromine per gram of chocolate. Baking chocolate and fine-quality dark chocolate are highly concentrated, and contain 130-450 milligrams of theobromine per ounce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong><em>If you&rsquo;re interested in <a href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/web-stories\/how-to-brew-high-caffeine-coffee\/\" data-type=\"web-story\" data-id=\"71031\">How To Brew High Caffeine Coffee<\/a>, take a look at my other article<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>The cacao beans that produce chocolate contain a substance called theobromine, a plant alkaloid that has a mildly bitter flavor (other plant alkaloids include the American favourite, caffeine, along with cocaine, nicotine, and the powerful chemotherapy drug, vincristine). Chocolate contains substances known as methylxanthines (specifically, caffeine and theobromine), to which dogs are much more sensitive than humans. Chocolate contains phenylethylamine, a chemical also released into the brain in moments of emotional euphoria. It also contains anandamide, a neurotransmitter made from fatty acids, which makes you feel more relaxed and less anxious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The darker and bitterer chocolate, the more dangerous it is for dogs. In high enough quantities, chocolate and cacao products will kill your dogs. While chocolate is rarely deadly, eating it causes serious illnesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consuming about 85 whole bars of dark chocolate per day over a brief period of time could kill an individual. Since the average Hersheys Milk Chocolate Bar is 1.55 ounces, eating just one bar can cause severe consequences, particularly to smaller dogs. In plain English, this means a very troubling dosage of chocolate is about an ounce of milk chocolate per pound of body weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To put this into perspective, a medium-sized dog that weighs 50 pounds will need to consume just one ounce of Bakers Chocolate, or nine ounces of milk chocolate, in order to potentially exhibit signs of being poisoned. If we assume that the average person weighs 165 pounds, or 75 kg, in order to achieve toxicity levels of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/biochemistry-genetics-and-molecular-biology\/theobromine#:~:text=Theobromine%20is%20the%20primary%20bitter,theophylline%20as%20well%20as%20paraxanthine.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">theobromine<\/a>, or theobromine poisoning, one would have to consume 75,000 milligrams of theobromine. That means an 80-pound person would have to eat 5.7kg of unsweetened dark chocolate to get killed by it (going with the 14 milligrams per gram theobromine in dark chocolate, though this does vary).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Simply input the pups weight in pounds, along with the kind of chocolate they consume (candy bars vs. cooked cocoa), and it will work out what is potentially toxic. The risk that your dog could get sick from eating chocolate depends on the type and amount of chocolate consumed, as well as your dogs weight (calculate the toxicity risk for your dog using this simple-to-use program). If you cannot imagine living without chocolatey treats, get educated about the facts so that you can figure out how to incorporate chocolate into your diet. While you cannot live off of a chocolate-only diet, most people can still include chocolate in a healthy diet plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Along with chocolate, here are 17 <a href=\"https:\/\/actionagainsthunger.ca\/what-is-acute-malnutrition\/what-is-therapeutic-food\/#:~:text=Therapeutic%20food%20is%20a%20type,sources%20of%20protein%20and%20energy.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">therapeutic foods<\/a> that help manage stress and boost your mood. Chocolate contains both theobromine and caffeine, which both speed up your dogs heart rate and stimulate their nervous system, explains Merck\/Merials Guide to Veterinary Health. The energy, fat, and sugar content per 100g is similar to that of other chocolates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on what you mix your cocoa powder with, your hot chocolate beverage could have the same amount of energy (calories), fat and sugar as an average chocolate bar between a and two-and-a-half. Scientific studies show that dark chocolate&ndash;sorry, milk chocolate and white chocolate are not included&ndash;is high in antioxidants and packed with nutrients, making it the ultimate dark-chocolate&ndash;sorry, superfood&ndash;favorite. Too much chocolate, 85 bars to be precise, leads to theobromine poisoning, which gives you symptoms resembling caffeine overdose: shaking, extreme sweating, and a bad headache.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_side_effects_of_eating_too_much_chocolate\"><\/span>What are the side effects of eating too much chocolate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Caffeine-related adverse effects such as anxiety, increased urination, insomnia, and a rapid pulse may occur if used in significant quantities. Cocoa can produce adverse skin responses as well as migraine headaches. It can also induce nausea, abdominal pain, constipation, and gas.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_eating_too_much_chocolate_cause_stomach_ache\"><\/span>Does eating&nbsp;too much chocolate&nbsp;cause stomach ache?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Some people may be sensitive to certain compounds in chocolate, such as caffeine or theobromine, which can cause stomach upset. Eating large amounts of chocolate may also lead to digestive issues such as constipation or diarrhea. If you find that you are sensitive to chocolate, it is best to eat it in moderation or avoid it altogether.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_die_from_eating_too_much_chocolate\"><\/span>Can you die from eating&nbsp;too much chocolate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>No, you cannot die from eating too much chocolate. Chocolate is not poisonous, and there is no lethal dose. However, eating large amounts of chocolate can lead to problems such as obesity and tooth decay. So while you won&rsquo;t die from eating chocolate, it&rsquo;s still important to eat it in moderation.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How Much Chocolate Is Too Much? One is advised to consume everything in moderation. 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