Food Addiction
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Why Just Looking at Sugar May Be Bad for Your Health
I’ve heard that simply looking at sugary foods can trigger an insulin response. Is that true?
10 Strategies to Help Give Up a Favorite Food
Deciding to forgo a food you’ve long savored presents practical and emotional challenges — even when you know it’s for the best. Here’s how to make it easier.
The Power of Precommitment to Overcome a Sweet Tooth
A new study published in the science journal Neuron suggests that precommitment is more powerful than willpower.
A Minute-by-Minute Guide on How Soda Impacts Your Body
The effects of soda consumption are dramatic — and speedy. Minutes after you take the first swig, the assault begins, and your body goes into a sugar-induced upward — and then downward — spiral. Here’s what happens.
An Addictive Test: The CAGE Questionnaire
The CAGE questionnaire is a quick way to gauge whether or not your cravings are out of control.
Detox Your Way to Food Freedom
Dr. Mark Hyman shares details about the detox outlined in his latest book.
Beating Food Addiction
Functional-medicine expert Mark Hyman, MD, on our addiction to sugar, processed foods, and other refined carbs — and why a detox could help you lose weight and regain your health.
Can a High-Protein Breakfast Curb My Cravings?
A high-protein breakfast has been shown to increase a feeling of fullness, reduce hunger later in the day, and curtail brain signals that control food cravings.
Stevia: Too Good to Be True?
This popular “natural” sweetener appears less problematic than its artificial counterparts, but it could still have health consequences of its own.
The Problem With Processed Food
All processed foods are not created equal — especially those that claim to be healthy. Here’s what to watch out for on a product’s label and where to turn for better alternatives.
The Impact of Fast-Food Logos on Impatience
Researchers discover that just looking at fast-food logos can affect attitude and judgment.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Counteract Sugar-Induced Damage
Research from UCLA shows that omega-3 fatty acids can help counteract health problems caused by sugar intake.
The Truth Behind Sugarless Gum
Why research shows that sugar-free gum may not be as harmless as you think.
20 Tips to Curb Sugar Cravings and Kick the Addiction
Practical tips from Dr. Frank Lipman to kick your sugar habit.
Sweet Drinks: The More You Drink, the Less You Taste
Research shows that overconsuming sweetened foods leads to more intense cravings for them.
6 Common Industrial Ingredients to Watch Out for in Processed Foods
See where else these common ingredients in processed foods are used.
Pinterest + Sugar Addiction = Trouble
Digital initiatives manager Jamie Martin wonders if Pinterest is feeding her sugar addiction.
Cancer’s Favorite Sugar
The average American eats 70 grams of fructose per day — a number triple the recommended daily limit.
13 Ingredients to Watch Out for in Processed Foods
Most of the processed foods we eat are studded with mysterious additives. They extend shelf life. They create exciting flavors, colors and textures. But they don’t do great things for our health. Find out which ones to avoid, and why.
Confessions of a Sugar Addict
Jocelyn Stone divulges her addiction to sugar.
Food Science: How Food Is Engineered to Create Cravings
How advanced food technologies mess with our minds and our metabolisms.