Learn about the benefits of eating chocolate at Fallbrook Library on Nov. 12

FALLBROOK – On Thursday, Nov. 12, Philip J. Goscienski, M.D. will appear in the community room of the Fallbrook Library to speak about the health benefits of chocolate from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Goscienski lectures widely about health and wellness, especially on topics such as stone-age medicine and misconceptions concerning current health and wellness topics. His lectures are known for entertainment value as well as sharing useful and interesting facts.

As part of the monthly lecture series at the library, Goscienski will discuss some interesting current discoveries. Chocolate is reported to have health benefits, but how much is hype and how much is real? It affects brain cells and fat cells and there is a reason why the Aztecs called it "The Gift of the Gods."

In fact, the science of chocolate is picking up steam since some investigators concluded that dark chocolate (the emphasis is on dark) contains substances that help people to fight stress and may lead to lower blood pressure.

The library is located at 124 S. Mission Road. There is no admission fee and those attending will receive a sample of dark chocolate to promote their health and wellbeing.