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Food Addiction

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Can Drinking Diet Soda Increase the Risk of Developing Type 2 Diabetes?

Yes, according to a recent study. Learn more.
By Michael Dregni
Food AddictionGeneral Health
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What’s the Difference Between Hyperpalatable and Ultraprocessed Foods?

There is a big overlap between the two types of foods, but there are differences too. Here's what to know.
By Catherine Guthrie
Food AddictionFood Culture
a bowl of health fruit and nuts

5 Ways to Reclaim Your Palate from Junk Food

Ultraprocessed and hyperpalatable foods have hijacked our taste buds and health. Here's how to take them back.
By Catherine Guthrie
Food AddictionMindful Eating
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How to Turn Down Food Noise

Interventions to free your mind from obsessing about food.
By Elizabeth Millard
Emotional IntelligenceFood Addiction
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How to Break Free From Hyperpalatable Foods

Grocery stores are full of food products engineered to make us keep eating them. Discover how they hook us — and how to favor more whole foods.
By Catherine Guthrie
Food AddictionFood Culture
a woman looks at a wall of food in a grocery store

Struggling With Food Anxiety? Here Are 6 Strategies That Can Help

Try these tips to reduce stress around food and regain pleasure in eating.
By Jessie Sholl
Food AddictionMindful Eating
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Your Brain On Ultraprocessed Food

Eating UPFs can wreak havoc on your digestion, gut health, and metabolism, but did you know they can also have a negative impact on your brain and mental health? Here's how.
By Michael Dregni
Food AddictionNutrition Tips
a charged lemonade drink

The Dangers of the New Energy Drinks

Many of the new energy drinks contain high levels of caffeine, as well as sugar, artificial sweeteners, and natural stimulants like guarana. Here’s what to know about them.
By Ella Roberts
Food AddictionFood Culture
colorful cereal loops

The Truth About Ultraprocessed Foods

These products are everywhere. Here's a closer look at the many ways these food products can harm your health — and why it’s worth the effort to avoid them when you can.
By Catherine Guthrie
Cooking & FoodFood Addiction
a woman eats chocolate while looking our the window.

Is It Possible to Have a Healthy Relationship With Sugar?

Yes. Here's some expert advice.
By Catherine Guthrie
Food Addiction
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12 Common Questions About Sugar and Your Health — Answered

Here's what you need to know about the sweet stuff’s effects on your health.
By Catherine Guthrie
Food AddictionInflammation
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What Are Some of the Health Consequences of Eating Junk Food?

Eating ultraprocessed food may increase the likelihood of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and anxiety, according to a recent review. Here's why.
By Craig Cox
Food AddictionInflammation
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ONE HEALTHY HABIT: Cut Your Sugar Consumption

This month’s challenge offers strategies to curb sugar cravings.
By Experience Life Staff
AddictionFood Addiction
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Talks — S7, EP12 / The Downsides of the Sweet Stuff: All About Sugar and Sugar Alternatives

Sugar is everywhere, and — as with so many things — too much of it is detrimental to our health and well-being. While this is common knowledge for many, most of us are still consuming well more than is recommended, and the topic has gotten even more confusing in recent years with the proliferation of artificial and natural sweeteners. Paul Kriegler, RD, CPT, explains the body-wide health effects of sugar, the pros and cons of the various types of sweet sources, and how we can be more mindful about sugar’s place in our diets.

With Paul Kriegler, RD, CPT
Food AddictionNutrition Tips
Bayar Bayarsaikhan doing a squat with dumbbells in a Life Time club.

Life Time in the News: “His Doctor Said He Wouldn’t Make it to 50 Years Old — So He Lost 230 Pounds”

How a doctor’s visit prompted this Life Time member to start a transformational weight-loss journey.
By Life Time Editorial Team
Food AddictionHealthy Habits/Goal Setting
Why do I crave sugar when I’m upset?

Why Do I Crave Sugar When I’m Upset?

Sweet foods do provide a temporary boost to our mood. However, indulging in this habit can eventually make the stress response worse. Learn more.
By Jessie Sholl
Food AddictionMindful Eating
Is there a difference between hunger and cravings?

Is There a Difference Between Hunger and Cravings?

Yes, physical hunger is the body's need for nourishment, while a craving is a desire for specific food and may be emotionally driven.
By Jessie Sholl
Food AddictionMindful Eating
why do I crave salty foods?

Why Do I Crave Salty Foods?

It may be a signal of low blood pressure or adrenal dysfunction, says our expert.
By Jessie Sholl
Food AddictionMetabolism/Weight Loss
a variety of foods that are made with gluten

A Guide to Understanding Gluten and Gluten Sensitivity

Learn about the latest research on gluten intolerance.
By Mo Perry
Cooking & FoodFood Addiction
what is my hunger actually telling me?

9 Common Questions Answered About Hunger Cravings

If you're feeling famished you probably need food, but sometimes hunger and cravings can clue us in to what we need — physically and emotionally. We just have to tune in to our body.
By Jessie Sholl
Food AddictionMetabolism/Weight Loss
a woman looks sad while eating a microwaveable dinner

Got the Blues? Ultraprocessed Food May Be to Blame

Highly processed foods, which are typically high on the glycemic index, can reduce levels of serotonin and dopamine — and potentially contribute to depression and anxiety.
By Craig Cox
Brain HealthFood Addiction
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