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Education is the first step to breaking free from sugar addiction
Serina Lewis-Everett, MD, a board certified family medicine physician and owner of Sepia Modern Primary Care in Catonsville, MD, told Healthline that hormonal changes affect blood sugar directly. Lewis-Everett wasn’t involved in the study. “Declining estrogen levels can contribute to increased insulin resistance, changes in body composition, sleep disruption, and mood changes,” she said. “All […]
Share on PinterestLight physical activity should be integrated alongside treatment for atrial fibrillation (AFib) to improve cardiovascular health. MoMo Productions/DigitalVision/Getty Images Physical activity was associated with a lower risk of stroke and death among people with atrial fibrillation (AFib), according to new research. Even relatively low levels of exercise were linked to meaningful benefits compared […]
Welcome to the latest episode (August 2026) of DOC Updates, where every month Neil Skolnik, MD and John Russell, MD review the most important articles on diabetes, obesity, and cardiometabolic disease. This month on DOC Updates: Hirsh Elhence, Jennifer L. Dodge, Stephen Fuest, et al. National Prevalence of Clinical Obesity by BMI Class: A National […]
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The science behind sugar addiction and its impact on your health
Sugar triggers dopamine release, creating reward cycles similar to addictive drugs. This leads to cravings and dependence over time.
Excess sugar is stored as fat. Cutting sugar can lead to significant weight loss without extreme calorie restriction.
Sugar causes chronic inflammation throughout the body, contributing to joint pain, skin issues, and digestive problems.
Sugar spikes and crashes drain your energy. Stable blood sugar leads to consistent, all-day energy without the afternoon slump.
Calculate your daily sugar intake and see how it compares to recommended limits