Chocolate hurts!: Chocolate contributes to stomach aches because: 1) theobromine in chocolate is a caffeine-derivative; 2) the calcium in the milk of mik chocolate stimulates gastrin to turn up acid production; & 3) the fat in chocolate delays stomach emptying. Moderation is key here, so enjoy chocolate but not to the point of promoting "stomach aches" & avoid eating chocolate with foods that upset your stomach.
Answered 10/28/2014
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