Chocolate can alleviate pain? Really?

A report at the link below says a study has shown that nibbling on chocolate can relieve aches and pains.

A team of researchers says the distraction of eating or drinking for pleasure acts as a natural painkiller.

Although the findings come from studies on animals, the scientists believe the same effect takes place in people.

This is the best excuse for eating chocolate we have seen in a long time.

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