The Allure of Chocolate on Valentine's Day

Forget roses – and don’t even think about stuffed animals. Chocolate is the true food of love. From its decadent melt-in-your-mouth smoothness, to its delicious aroma and array of pleasure-inducing chemicals, chocolate is king on Valentine’s Day.

There are very few foods that have the ability to evoke such an array of feelings, so it’s no wonder chocolate has become linked with the 14th of February; however, the science behind our arduous attachment to it is relatively simple. Chocolate contains an abundance of naturally occurring chemicals that are largely associated with physical and emotional well-being. Several of the substances within it—such as theobromine and phenylethylamine—not only increase blood flow and stimulate the release of endorphins, but cause an increase in our body’s production of serotonin. While all of these things are linked with feelings love, pleasure, and happiness, chocolate also has a melting point in line with the temperature of the human body, which gives us the melt-in-your-mouth sensation not often found with other foods.

This Valentine’s Day, whether you’re looking for something to impress your loved one or are searching for something professional for the office, we offer a wide array of beautiful chocolate-filled baskets that are perfect for any relationship.

To order, simply go to our website at www.GratitudeGoodies.com or call us at 770-886-9598 and let us walk you through the selection process.

As always, thank you for making us Atlanta’s #1 signature gift basket company!

Diane Campbell | Gratitude Goodies | www.GratitudeGoodies.com | 770-886-9598