18 photos that show how obsessed the world is with chocolate

A chocolate factory in Puyricard, France.Jean-Paul Pelissier/Reuters

• Chocolate takes many forms around the world, from the raw bean to delicate truffles.
• Some countries drink it, others eat it, and some use it as a mask.

Is there such a thing as too much chocolate?

Just kidding, of course there isn't.

However, chocolate is more than just a delicious dessert. Research has shown that eating it releases dopamine, a feel-good neurotransmitter, and reduces stress. It can also improve your memory. No wonder it's so popular across the world.

Here's how chocolate is made, eaten, and otherwise consumed in 18 different countries.