New research published in the American Chemical Society reveals that a daily dose of ten squares of dark chocolate a day for two weeks can help reduce stress.25-11-2009

Scientists have discovered that a regular helping of the treat rebalances the chemicals in the body during times of high anxiety, such as the lead-up to Christmas. But what can you do to reduce festive stress if you are watching your weight in the countdown to the party season?
 Luckily Boots has recently launched new Boots Equilibrium® Hot Chocolate Drink, a food supplement which contains a unique patented ingredient, Lactium,® which can help provide calming support to help with the stresses and strains of everyday life. 
Lactium is a special bio-protein isolated from milk which has been extensively studied for over 10 years and is now available for the first time in the UK to help you through those stressful days. At only 96 calories you can now enjoy a delicious, calming chocolate treat!
Boots Equilibrium with Lactium is available as a comforting hot chocolate drink (£12.99 for 14 servings) or convenient once-a-day capsule (£9.99 for a 14 day pack). For more information about stress, visit http://search.webmd.boots.com/search/search_results/default.aspx?query=stress&sourceType=undefined