PARIS (CNN) -- The French chocolate industry poured out its best stuff Tuesday at the opening of Paris' third annual chocolate trade fair, where the confection was touted for its health benefits and fashion statements. Chocolate relieves stress, French National Food Council chairman Christian Cabrol said at the fair. Chocolate was on display in all shapes, sizes and even colors -- including some edible outwear in form of chocolate hats and dresses.

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