Dark chocolate boosts brain levels of endorphins, which are natural opiates, and serotonin, which acts as a natural mood altering chemical. An imbalance in serotonin levels is believed to trigger depression. Commonly prescribed anti-depressant drugs are designed to boost serotonin levels. To gain the maximum health benefits of dark chocolate without a caloric overload, stick to the recommendation of one ounce a day.
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