Causes of psychosis. The causes of psychosis are complex and researchers are still trying to understand them fully. However, psychosis is thought to be caused by an interaction between genetic and environmental factors. It's likely that some people are born with a predisposition to develop this kind of illness and that certain things - for example, stress or the use of drugs such as marijuana, LSD or speed - can trigger their first episode.
2. Chocolate reduces the likelihood of a heart attack. Other studies show that eating chocolate prevents blood clots, which in turn reduces the risk of heart attacks. Blood platelets clump together more slowly in chocolate eaters, the studies say.
But before making a daily habit of the dark sweets, be mindful that along with cocoa comes saturated fat and sugar. âYou may think itâs good for your heart, which it can be if eaten in moderation. But go overboard and youâll get lots of calories that can pile on weight, which isnât heart healthy at all,â Zuckerbrot says.