Researchers at Exeter University say that a brisk, 15-minute walk may help reduce chocolate cravings. In a small study, the researches found that participants who took a short walk before being tempted to eat chocolate reported less significant cravings than participants who did not get any exercise. Experts say the key may be that exercise triggers the same "feel good" brain chemicals that are released by nicotine and chocolate.
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