August 2019 PMID 31125634

The impact of sugar consumption on stress driven, emotional and addictive behaviors.

Angela Jacques, Nicholas Chaaya, Kate Beecher, Syed Aoun Ali, Arnauld Belmer, Selena Bartlett

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Discussions reflect strong agreement through comments highlighting the neurobehavioral effects of sugar, using words like 'overwhelming evidence' and 'stronger proof.' The tone varies from curiosity to skepticism, with some posts calling for further research and others dismissing the addictive claims, illustrating a range of engagement levels.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the evidence linking sugar to behavioral and emotional issues, showing a general consensus of agreement.

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There is some depth in comments that reference specific studies and scientific principles, but many discussions remain superficial or broad.

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While the conversation recognizes the significance of sugar's effects, direct claims of societal impact are limited, indicating perceived but not deeply explored influence.

Abstract in brief

High sugar intake, especially from foods like sweets and sugary drinks, is linked to obesity and changes in brain structure that can reduce impulse control, making it harder to resist unhealthy foods.
There is a strong connection between the brain pathways involved in stress and emotions and those that drive the overconsumption of appealing foods, suggesting stress and emotional states influence eating behaviors.
Consuming sugar activates brain reward systems similarly to addictive substances, leading to changes in neurochemistry and behavior, which can contribute to emotional issues like anxiety and depression, according to various studies.]

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RT @djthomson: The impact of sugar consumption on stress driven, emotional and addictive behaviors - ScienceDirect https://t.co/gOz78rCgsw

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@ClarkeMicah @astor_charlie Stronger evidence for sugar. https://t.co/3IuMSGz6xW https://t.co/Ih3dRi7AWn https://t.co/InJ9GXK3JM

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Everett Locke

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@SteveP468 @TracePurlee @DefiyantlyFree Noted. If you don’t like sugar, it’s not addictive. “The negative symptoms produced through withdrawal are common to all forms of addictive substances including highly palatable food.” https://t.co/KSXxNIHTqW

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Why are so many studies on sugar's negatives done on rodents?

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“There is overwhelming evidence to support the hypothesis that sucrose consumption results in pathophysiological consequences such as morphological neuronal changes, altered emotional processing and modified behaviour in rodent and human models.” #sugar https://t.co/UZtUJ29NQ9

Apr 21, 2024 · 3 likes · 3,169 followers View post →

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RT @Grimhood: The impact of sugar consumption on stress driven, emotional and addictive behaviors https://t.co/GiYY2AIJKI Eat more sucrose…

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RT @Grimhood: The impact of sugar consumption on stress driven, emotional and addictive behaviors https://t.co/GiYY2AIJKI Eat more sucrose…

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The impact of sugar consumption on stress driven, emotional and addictive behaviors https://t.co/GiYY2AIJKI Eat more sucrose. It’s okay if it’s in moderation. Surrender your sovereignty.

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The Impact of Sugar Consumption on Stress Driven, Emotional and Addictive Behaviors. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/r4JNYQGLGN

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The impact of sugar consumption on stress driven, emotional and addictive behaviors.

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