Cheese is biologically irresistible. Cheese contains a protein that turns into a mild opioid in our bodies. Miyoko Schinner is trying to make vegan cheese with the same feel-good effect. Mmm ...

Why sugar, cheese and fast food are more addictive than heroin By . Hailey Eber. Updated Feb. 27, ... We need to eat in order to live, and dopamine is there to motivate us to eat.” ...

Casein, which is found in cheese, releases opiates called 'casomorphins' that lead to addiction. INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS TIMES. ... Drugs such as cocaine and heroine also work in a similar way.