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Have Some Chocolate
If you think you're addicted to chocolate because of its taste, that's only part of the story. Consuming chocolate - especially dark chocolate - will cause the ... more
Photo by: ThinkStock
Have Some Chocolate
If you think you're addicted to chocolate because of its taste, that's only part of the story. Consuming chocolate - especially dark chocolate - will cause the brain to release endorphins. Why? Dark chocolate contains a chemical that your body morphs into phenylethylamine, which is the same chemical we secrete when we're madly in love. Make sure not to go overboard, though: you won't get any greater effect from eating several bars of chocolate than you will from a few bites. less
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If you've ever wondered why you feel so good after exercising, laughing with your friends, or eating chocolate, it can be attributed to a little thing called endorphins - neurotransmitters in your brain that lessen pain, giving you a natural high and sometimes a feeling of euphoria. Releasing endorphins makes you feel better, both physically and mentally, while also increasing your body's pain threshold. Luckily, there are some very easy ways to release endorphins that you can engage in whenever you need a natural mood enhancer.
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