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10 Foods That Instantly Satisfy Sugar Cravings

Do you often crave chocolate, cookies or sweets? If so, you are not alone. Sugar cravings are incredibly common because people are born with an innate craving for sweets. Simple carbohydrates, like sugar, light up areas of the brain that release endorphins ("feel-good hormones"), making treats like birthday cake or Christmas cookies even more irresistible. But while a little indulgence is good, it consumes too much added sugar can harm your health. The average American adult eats approx 17 teaspoons (68 grams) of added sugar…

Are You Aware of the Sugar Content in Your Cocktail? 10 Surprising Insights

Many popular cocktails are full of flavor and can be linked in your mind to memories of specific places, experiences or times. But do you know how much sugar is in your favorite cocktail? While the occasional sugary cocktail may be fine, repeated orders of sugary drinks can contribute to health problems. Many popular cocktails contain significant amounts of added sugar, with some reaching 30 to 40 grams per serving—60 to 80% of the recommended daily sugar limit. The US Dietary Guidelines recommends keeping added sugar to…

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