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Medically reviewed by Jamie Johnson, RDNMedically reviewed by Jamie Johnson, RDN Sugar addiction is a controversial topic, with researchers on both sides of the debate. Some research suggests that ...
Sugar addiction is a common and serious health issue that can have significant implications if left unaddressed. Recognizing the signs of sugar addiction is the crucial first step toward tackling this ...
Are you a lifelong sweet tooth (a sugar addict)? Can’t finish a meal without something sweet to top it off? Does your stomach have a “reserve tank” purely for sweets? Me too. I could be completely ...
When I tell my friends I have a sugar addiction, most of them scoff and say, “Well, we all like dessert!” I more than like dessert. I crave dessert—and not just the beautifully plated cakes and tarts ...
Chemically, sugars are simple carbohydrates, including glucose, fructose and sucrose, among others. They are naturally present in various foods, such as fruits, vegetables and dairy products, and they ...
Everyone has their own sugar cravings and their personal sugary weaknesses. For me, it's the pains aux raisins in the coffee shop around 3.30 p.m. For years, I’ve sat with a coffee, eating pâtisserie, ...
Are you or someone you know addicted to sugar? Feel the need to have that afternoon candy bar? Dr. Jonny Bowden, known as The Nutrition Mythbuster, visited the ABC7 studio to talk about how to kick ...
Nearly 50 million over the age of 12 reportedly have substance use disorders, which can include addictions to alcohol or drugs. Other issues that affect millions - such as gambling, shopping, gaming, ...
The creator discusses how he quit his sugar addiction by investing the money he would have spent on candy, leading to a ...
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A Mid-South drug and alcohol expert said people with substance abuse problems often suffer in silence due to their pride and ego and often believe they will be embarrassed when they ...
Rev. Lisa Yerby-Bryson says she found herself struggling with addiction and destined for an early death before her faith helped her recover. She founded Praising Through Recovery, a program designed ...
If you’re on Facebook, you’ve probably seen it – an article suggesting that it is love that addicts need and lack of love and connection that causes addiction. The case made seems compelling. There ...