Ask top doctors and nutritionists what epidemics are facing the modern Western world is and you may be surprised that one cause it is right in our food. Sugar addiction is rampant in many Western countries, but it is especially problematic in the United States. Take a walk down any aisle in a grocery store, pick […]
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How Can Sugar Affect Your Brain?
When it comes to addiction in the United States, one of the most common addictions may surprise you. It’s not alcohol or some illicit drug. In fact, it is something children and adults consume everyday: sugar. Yes, sugar can be biologically addictive, just like any other refined chemical drug. A new study published in the American Journal […]
8 Ways to Fight Sugar Cravings
Sugar addiction is a very real problem that many people experience. If you eat the typical American diet filled with processed foods it is very likely that you have a problem with sugar. You may not realize it but think about what happens when you go without sweet foods, sweet drinks or sweeteners for a […]
Sugar Withdrawal: How to identify it and deal with it
You might be surprised to know that sugar is addictive and your sweet tooth cravings could very well be withdrawal symptoms. According to a study featured in a Connecticut College press release, the theory that sugar is just as addictive as illicit drugs like cocaine could very well be true. Sugar has intense effects on […]
June 2015: Cook Meals and Cut Sugar Challenge
Hey Ladies, Our June Challenge is very straight forward! Suggested Reading *affiliate links BWLW is challenging you to cook and prepare more of your own meals and cut out as much sugar as you can from your daily meals. Cooking meals may seem like a simple thing, but many people are just grabbing food on the go […]
Do All Sugars Affect the Body in the Same Ways?
It is safe to say that Americans as a whole are addicted to sugar and eat far too much of it. According to research done in the last few years (supported by the USDA), the average American will consume roughly 75 pounds of sugar per year. Imagine stocking your pantry with fifteen 5 lb bags of sugar […]
Healthy Sweet Tooth: What Can I Use Instead Of Sugar?
It sounds good in theory but the agonizing reality of transitioning to a healthy lifestyle eventually smacks us in the face. Frantic, we conduct our own research, hoping to uncover that hidden gem that will make the process easy. We go scouring the earth for that diamond in the rough- you know, that one study […]
What Makes Processed Sugar Addictive?
Is Processed Sugar Addictive? There has been a lot of discussion and debate over whether sugar is truly “addictive”. What has been proven is that the brain reacts to sugar in the same way that it does to some addictive drugs. It is true that the more sugar you eat, the more you will crave it. […]
7 Reasons to Give Up Soda, Juice and Sugary Drinks
Every year rolls people make resolutions and promises to themselves about what they are going to give up in pursuit of better health. Soda is usually on the top of people’s list because we all know soda doesn’t do your body any good in terms of health. Did you know that most commercial juice and other […]
Why is Junk Food so Addictive? – Sugar, Fat and Salt
Fries, funnel cakes, cheeseburgers, and candy, why are they so addictive? If you have ever craved these foods you may wonder just that when you try to stop eating it. Some people do not consider junk food as something that you can be addicted to, but the truth is that many people do crave junk […]