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Attention, chocolate lovers: You may not be able to help yourselves. Swiss and British scientists have linked the widespread love of chocolate to a chemical "signature" that may be programmed into our metabolic systems.
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What happens right after the procedure?
The person will be taken to the surgery recovery room. He or she may feel some discomfort. This can be relieved with pain medication. The person can begin to drink fluids if there is no stomach upset. He or she can often go home in a few hours.