• April 29, 2024

Since newborns, people often choose sweet foods over other flavors, says a study of the University of Washington ; However, when we can not control the intake of this type of product, an addiction to sugar develops.

However, specialists say that filling our body with sugar with unhealthy eating habits promotes obesity and overweight, although we feel pleasure in doing so.

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Sugar, synonymous with happiness?

The happiness that is felt when eating sugar is generated by the production of serotonin in the bloodstream, emotion that our body identifies as a reward, but this is only temporary and stimulates the appetite, as mentioned by the doctor Yazmín Macotela, researcher of the Institute of Neurobiology of the UNAM- Juriquilla .

Therefore, it is necessary to end the addiction to sugar in a gradual way and science suggests seven keys to do so:

1. Do not substitute it with sweeteners. A study published in the journal Diabetes Care details that this type of product changes the way in which the body metabolizes sugar, that is to say, it creates confusion between the intestine and the brain and ingests more calories than normal. Also, you do not end the addiction by continuing to perceive the sweet taste.
2. Exercise and drink milk. The first activity will stimulate the hormones of happiness, so you will not miss that feeling by avoiding sweet foods. Meanwhile, a study details that the consumption of whey protein found in milk elevates serotonin.
3. Beware of non-fat products. Some products may be free of fat, but not reduced in sugar, so it is important that you read the labels to identify those that will help you end your addiction.
4. Sleep well. A study published in the journal Obesity details that the sleep cycle is related to the intake of food rich in sugars at night. In addition, those who sleep badly feel more attraction to eat foods rich in calories and sugars.
5. Keep healthy snacks near you. You can ingest in moderation any whole fruit, peanuts, nuts and natural popcorn.
6. Chewing gum without sugar. A study of Pennington Biomedical Research Center and Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge He details that people who chew gum every hour reduce their sweet food cravings.
7. Acquire awareness of the damage to your body. By knowing how the intake of sugar affects our body, it is easier to contain the cravings for this type of food.

Remember that maintaining a balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables will not only keep us away from obesity, but your body will work much better. And you, how many desserts do you eat per day?

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