Chocolate Helps You Fight Colds and Flu

A study by the Hull Cough Clinic reveals that chocolate may help beat colds and the flu. Professor Alyn Morice says, ''About 300 people with a persistent cough are taking part in a clinical trial where they are being given the naturally occurring chemical theobromine, derived from the raw ingredient of chocolate, twice a day for 14 days.

Early indicators are that 60% of patients experience some measure of relief. Although eating chocolate on a daily basis may have other unwanted effects, including weight gain and so on.

You can never be too sure, so eat up! - Alan