topicCocoa Flavanol Eye Fatigue Randomized Trial
claim1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 More than two billion people are at risk of micronutrient deficiencies, which often involve multiple, rather than single, nutrients [,].
evidence level4
citationMuacevic Alexander (2026)
sourceA to Z of Health: An Evidence-Based Narrative Review of Multivitamin-Multimineral and Nutraceutical Supplementation
topicCocoa Flavanol Eye Fatigue Randomized Trial
claimThey are widely used to help individuals meet their daily nutrient requirements, support overall health, and address increased nutritional needs associated with pregnancy, aging, and illness.
evidence level4
citationMuacevic Alexander (2026)
sourceA to Z of Health: An Evidence-Based Narrative Review of Multivitamin-Multimineral and Nutraceutical Supplementation
topicCocoa Flavanol Eye Fatigue Randomized Trial
claimAccording to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, MVM use in the USA increased from 35% in 1999-2000 [] to 49-52% between 2011 and 2014, with higher usage among women than men [-].
evidence level4
citationMuacevic Alexander (2026)
sourceA to Z of Health: An Evidence-Based Narrative Review of Multivitamin-Multimineral and Nutraceutical Supplementation
topicCocoa Flavanol Eye Fatigue Randomized Trial
claimThe most common deficiencies include vitamin A, folic acid, vitamin D, iron, iodine, and zinc, especially among children and women in low- and middle-income countries [-].
evidence level4
citationMuacevic Alexander (2026)
sourceA to Z of Health: An Evidence-Based Narrative Review of Multivitamin-Multimineral and Nutraceutical Supplementation
topicCocoa Flavanol Eye Fatigue Randomized Trial
claimEmerging evidence suggests that dark chocolate (DC), rich in flavonoids, polyphenols, magnesium, and theobromine, may exert anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and neuroprotective effects.
evidence level4
citationSafari K (2025)
sourceDark Chocolate Mitigates Premenstrual Performance Impairments and Muscle Soreness in Female CrossFit<sup>®</sup> Athletes: Evidence from a Menstrual-Phase-Specific Trial.
topicCocoa Flavanol Eye Fatigue Randomized Trial
claimResults: DC supplementation significantly improved functional performance (CINDY WOD) across all menstrual phases, with the greatest enhancement during PMS ( p p = 0.010 vs.
evidence level4
citationSafari K (2025)
sourceDark Chocolate Mitigates Premenstrual Performance Impairments and Muscle Soreness in Female CrossFit<sup>®</sup> Athletes: Evidence from a Menstrual-Phase-Specific Trial.
topicCocoa Flavanol Eye Fatigue Randomized Trial
claimAdditionally, DOMS was notably reduced in the luteal phase at 12 h, 24 h, and 72 h post-exercise in the DC condition compared to the control and placebo ( p p > 0.05).
evidence level4
citationSafari K (2025)
sourceDark Chocolate Mitigates Premenstrual Performance Impairments and Muscle Soreness in Female CrossFit<sup>®</sup> Athletes: Evidence from a Menstrual-Phase-Specific Trial.
topicCocoa Flavanol Eye Fatigue Randomized Trial
claimBackground: Hormonal fluctuations across the menstrual cycle can significantly impair physical performance, neuromuscular function, and cognitive processing in female athletes, particularly during the premenstrual phase.
evidence level4
citationSafari K (2025)
sourceDark Chocolate Mitigates Premenstrual Performance Impairments and Muscle Soreness in Female CrossFit<sup>®</sup> Athletes: Evidence from a Menstrual-Phase-Specific Trial.