Chocolate Cough Medicine?

Theobromine is a predominant chemical found in chocolate and is often the subject of research studies looking into its affect on the body.

One such study has proclaimed that theobromine can be used as a treatment for the hard-to-get-rid-of cough.

Results from this study are promising.  Persistent coughing, one that stays around for at least two weeks, is quieted when test subjects consumed chocolate-based cough remedies.

According to the research, theobromine works by preventing the vagus nerve from misfiring and causing one to cough.  Since theobromine is not a narcotic like codeine it is considered a safer alternative.

Maybe someday soon you'll start seeing chocolate ingredients in over-the-counter cough medications.  We can all hope!

Bryn Kirk

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