persuming that most of us are addicted and obssesed with chocolate (mostly women), does that mean we would basically die of needing drugs because they are a worse addiction?
2007-08-21 19:17:03 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
chocolate rehab?
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2007-08-21 19:19:37 · answer #1 · answered by hannie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chocolate isn't a drug. It contains small amounts of caffeine, but so does coffee, tea, and soft drinks. Dark chocolate contains small amounts of the same active ingredient found in marijuana, but you would have to eat many pounds of it all at once for you to experience any effects.
If you quit eating chocolate, you won't die or go into withdrawals.
2007-08-21 19:24:16 · answer #2 · answered by rita_alabama 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
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Although addictive behavior is generally associated with drug and alcohol abuse or compulsive sexual activity, chocolate may evoke similar psychopharmacologic and behavioral reactions in susceptible persons.
A review of the literature on chocolate cravings indicates that the hedonic appeal of chocolate (fat, sugar, texture, and aroma) is likely to be a predominant factor in such cravings. Other characteristics of chocolate, however, may be equally as important contributors to the phenomena of chocolate cravings. Chocolate may be used by some as a form of self-medication for dietary deficiencies (eg, magnesium) or to balance low levels of neurotransmitters involved in the regulation of mood, food intake, and compulsive behaviors (eg, serotonin and dopamine).
Chocolate cravings are often episodic and fluctuate with hormonal changes just before and during the menses, which suggests a hormonal link and confirms the assumed gender-specific nature of chocolate cravings. Chocolate contains several biologically active constituents (methylxanthines, biogenic amines, and cannabinoid-like fatty acids), all of which potentially cause abnormal behaviors and psychological sensations that parallel those of other addictive substances. Most likely, a combination of chocolate's sensory characteristics, nutrient composition, and psychoactive ingredients, compounded with monthly hormonal fluctuations and mood swings among women, will ultimately form the model of chocolate cravings.
Dietetics professionals must be aware that chocolate cravings are real. The psychopharmacologic and chemosensory effects of chocolate must be considered when formulating recommendations for overall healthful eating and for treatment of nutritionally related health issues.
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2007-08-21 19:21:35 · answer #3 · answered by Riven Liether 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Chocolate makes you horny,,what a way to die,,lol.
2007-08-21 19:20:44 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
first of all, chocolate will never be considered a drug. and there is really a rehab for chocaholics.. i saw it in tv once..
2007-08-21 19:25:24 · answer #5 · answered by Winter Love 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i guess so. and yes, chocolate is definitely an addiction!!!
2007-08-22 02:41:08 · answer #6 · answered by Marie 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well chocolate has caffeine and caffeine is considered a drug
2007-08-21 19:22:43 · answer #7 · answered by Sleepyguy 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
but chocolate is a "good" drug
2007-08-21 19:20:03 · answer #8 · answered by NoLongerHere 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I love a choclate
2007-08-21 19:20:51 · answer #9 · answered by I love my angels 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
mmmmm chocolate
2007-08-21 19:20:07 · answer #10 · answered by Star 2 cuz Star 1 got suspended★ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think it is, and know some PPL are addicted
2007-08-22 11:56:36 · answer #11 · answered by Mag 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋