Dark chocolate boosts soothing serotonin

Savoring an ounce of dark chocolate can help you de-stress in two minutes, and if you enjoy it daily, you’ll cut even chronic tension by as much as 45%. That’s the word from scientists at the University of Arizona in Tucson, who say this sweet treat contains phenylethylamine (PEA), a unique compound that increases the production of calming serotonin in the brain. And since women have more PEA receptors than men, this is a delicious remedy tailored especially for us!