{"id":46247,"date":"2020-02-14T07:17:00","date_gmt":"2020-02-14T06:17:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ccadicciones.es\/can-sugar-be-addictive\/"},"modified":"2020-02-14T07:17:00","modified_gmt":"2020-02-14T06:17:00","slug":"can-sugar-be-addictive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ccadicciones.es\/en\/can-sugar-be-addictive\/","title":{"rendered":"Can sugar be addictive?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sugar is a component that stimulates the appetite, but in excess, it can lead to dependency.<\/p>\n

Satisfying hunger is a way to alleviate anxiety and a mechanism that acts as a reward in a conflicting health situation. Food can help treat addictions, cope with withdrawal symptoms, and even improve the body’s functioning to feel better overall. However, it is important to look after your nutrition with a balanced diet<\/strong>. Many products consumed today contain additives and other substances that can be harmful to the body and even lead to addiction. <\/p>\n

Sugar cravings<\/strong> are usually caused by situations involving fasting for several hours, high stress levels, or a restrictive diet. Due to its low presence, blood sugar levels drop rapidly, causing the body to lose fructose and glucose<\/strong><\/a>, two components necessary for the body. The latter provides both physical and mental energy quickly, although its effect is short-lived. <\/p>\n

Consequences of consuming too much sugar<\/h2>\n

Due to its fleeting energy contribution, it is said that sugar generates empty calories<\/strong>. Once the body consumes it, it returns to its previous state, making the person feel weaker. Therefore, when consumed regularly, the body loses the habit of generating energy on its own from ingested nutrients, as the sugar already does so. Consequently, the individual needs a quick way to improve their vitality and well-being, which can only be achieved through the intake of this component. <\/p>\n

The excessive use of sugar<\/strong> as an energy source contributes to nutritional imbalance and dependency. Some of its most common consequences include: <\/p>\n

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  • Obesity<\/li>\n
  • Metabolic pathologies<\/li>\n
  • Diabetes<\/li>\n
  • Neurocellular alterations<\/li>\n
  • Reduced life expectancy<\/li>\n
  • Damage to the dental system<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    How to tell if someone is addicted to sugar<\/h2>\n

    To determine if a person is consuming too much sugar<\/strong>, attention must be paid to their diet and the signs affecting their behavior: <\/p>\n

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    • Calculate the regular consumption of sugary products<\/li>\n
    • Determine if there is a planned purchase of sweets<\/li>\n
    • Monitor the diet and avoid replacing healthy foods with sugary ones<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      How much sugar the body needs<\/h2>\n

      According to the WHO, it is recommended not to consume more than 5% sugar in daily food intake. This is approximately 25 grams for an adult with a daily intake of 2,000 calories. Otherwise, a significant variation can lead to physical dependency, causing brain dysfunction. Some of the most common effects include: <\/p>\n

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      • Irritability<\/li>\n
      • Dizziness<\/li>\n
      • Physical discomfort<\/li>\n
      • Physical and emotional dependency on sugar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        How to reduce sugar consumption<\/h2>\n

        Since sugar is a source of immediate energy, it must be progressively replaced with healthy foods. In this way, the body gradually learns to extract the appropriate nutrients from food to function normally and not depend on an external supply. A diet based on fruit<\/strong>, dairy, vegetables, greens, tubers, legumes, and carbohydrates generates the energy needed to face any daily situation. Furthermore, these foods already contain natural sugars in their composition, combined with other elements. Consequently, the risk is lower and they provide many more health benefits. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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