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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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Malaise
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the condition?
Prevention is related to the cause. Avoidance of stress and overexertion, getting enough sleep, and eating a healthy diet can prevent some cases of malaise. Taking medications as prescribed can prevent some cases due to diabetes and allergies.
What are the long-term effects of the condition?
Malaise can limit a person's ability to work or go to school. Other long-term effects depend on the cause. For instance, cancer may result in death. An infection often goes away and results in no long-term effects.
What are the risks to others?
Malaise itself is not contagious and poses no risk to others. However, malaise may be caused by an infection that is contagious.