Food Addiction
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PUMPING IRONY: Junk Food Jeopardy
Ultraprocessed foods, which first took hold among my baby boomer compatriots, now make up nearly 60 percent of the average American diet. Some experts say our addiction to this fare is lowering our life expectancy.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Why Do I Crave Salty Foods?
It may be a signal of low blood pressure or adrenal dysfunction, says our expert.
A Guide to Understanding Gluten and Gluten Sensitivity
Learn about the latest research on gluten intolerance.
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.
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.
5 Ways to Manage Acid Reflux Without Medication
Acid reflux is unpleasant and all too common. Integrative nutritionists share how to manage acid reflux symptoms and rediscover the pleasure of eating.
Expert Advice: How Can I Cut Back on Alcohol?
Whether for dry January or at any other time of the year.
PUMPING IRONY: This Is Your Brain on Junk Food
As Big Pharma’s latest Alzheimer’s drug faces renewed skepticism, a new study suggests that avoiding ultraprocessed food may be a more promising approach to maintaining healthy cognitive function as we age.
Is Life Time’s 10-Day Sugar Fix Program Right For You?
Everything to know about this digital program designed to curb sugar cravings.
Kicking the Sugar Habit — Together
One Life Time team member and her parents enrolled in the Life Time Sugar Fix program together to eliminate the ingredient from their diets. This was their experience.
5 Eating Patterns to Avoid
Our relationship with food can be complicated. Here are five strategies to avoid secret snacking, mindless munching, and more.
Kicking the Sugar Habit: How One Life Time Member Stopped Cravings and Found Success
“My addiction to sugar is gone.”
Advice From a Trainer: 5 Tips for a Successful D.TOX
The top strategies for success this trainer learned after going through the Life Time D.TOX program multiple times.
The Addictive Power of Processed Foods
Big Food engineers foods like chocolate, ice cream, French fries, and chips to be addictive. Here’s how.
The Connection Between Sugar and Cancer Metabolism
Sugar is the top food to avoid when it comes to cancer, according to an integrative oncologist at the University of California San Francisco.
9 Ways to Expand Your Palate
Experimenting with what you put on your plate can open you up to new flavors — and even help you find ways to enjoy foods you’ve previously avoided.
Added Sugar Doubles Liver-Fat Production
Even moderate amounts of added sugar in our diets can negatively affect our liver, according to a recent study.