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Podcast: Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition
Episode: Experts Agree: Sugar Might Be as Addictive as Cocaine by Anna Schaefer and Kareem Yasin with Healthline
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Episode 3059:
Anna Schaefer and Kareem Yasin delve into the science behind sugar's grip on our brains, comparing its effects to those of addictive drugs. With expert insights from neuroscientist Dr. Nicole Avena, they unpack why sugar cravings, withdrawal, and overconsumption are more than just bad habits, they’re signs of a deeper neurological response.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/health/food-nutrition/experts-is-sugar-addictive-drug...