The taste, the smell, and of course the way it melts in your mouth. The average American eats 11 pounds of chocolate each year, much of it at Easter time. While that sounds like a lot, some interesting research shows that chocolate may have health benefits.
People often crave chocolate when they're sad or depressed.
One study suggests there may be a scientific reason for that. There may be a connection between the eating of chocolate and the improving of one's mood. Both contain flavonoids that have been shown to prevent cholesterol from clogging arteries. Chocolate is high in calories and fat. But like any food, chocolate can be part of a healthy diet if it is eaten in moderation.