2006-11-08 13:05:26 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
Chocolate as an aphrodisiac
Romantic lore commonly identifies chocolate as an aphrodisiac. The reputed aphrodisiac qualities of chocolate are most often associated with the simple sensual pleasure of its consumption. More recently, suggestion has been made that serotonin and other chemicals found in chocolate, most notably phenethylamine, can act as mild sexual stimulants. While there is no firm proof that chocolate is indeed an aphrodisiac, giving a gift of chocolate to one's sweetheart is a familiar courtship ritual.
2006-11-08 13:10:54 · answer #1 · answered by c0mplicated_s0ul 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
That is true. I am doing research on it. It also can cause the effect of being high (like after smoking pot)
It also does NOT cause pimples
2006-11-08 13:06:44 · answer #2 · answered by autumn 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's actually called ENDORPHIN or enkephalin.It is a hormone that promotes pleasurable sensation and decreses pain stimulation.
2006-11-08 13:10:27 · answer #3 · answered by dennis 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
absolutely true! Google 'chocolate' 'endorphin' and 'love' and you should get a decent source to confirm your question
2006-11-08 13:10:11 · answer #4 · answered by stutommies6 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
that's what i heard not too long ago; also in same article, good for PMS..always craved chocolate at that time, heehee...
2006-11-08 13:13:11 · answer #5 · answered by phyllis_neel 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
yep but you can have as much chocolate and different sorts as you like...
2006-11-08 13:08:31 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
No, it gives you headache and makes you think too much. haha.
2006-11-08 13:07:47 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
oh yeah!
2006-11-08 13:06:28 · answer #8 · answered by just browsin 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋