Freaky Scientific Discoveries
Thursday, Aug 20, 2020, 9:22 am
#7 Combat Chocolate Cravings With Gila Monster
The saliva from the Gila Monster seems to stimulate the reward and motivation sensors in our brains, preventing our urge to overeat and killing hunger pains. The substance, exendin-4, found in the saliva reduces cravings for sweets and other foods, and even chocolate, which any chocoholic will tell you is the hardest craving to beat.