We all have that guilty pleasure. Sometimes sweet treats are just too tempting to pass up! It’s OK to enjoy sugary treats in moderation, but if you can’t go a day without a sugary substance, you may be addicted.
Is Sugar Addictive?
You may not believe it, but sugar can be addictive. That’s one reason why Americans continue to over consume the sweet stuff. But why are we so addicted? The answer is that sugar triggers a response in our brains.When we consume sugar, we feel good. This is because dopamine—the feel-good neurotransmitter—is released. Dopamine is often associated with the reward center of the brain and also triggers a response in those using cocaine or heroin.
