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"Why do I crave sugar?" Is this you? Humans are wired to love sweets, but you probably know that refined sugar is not so good for health.

Understanding your cravings can be a great first step in making changes. Join host Mary Purdy RD, as she explores the possible reasons you're dipping into the candy/chip drawer, and provides easy tips that can help you out today.

PLUS: The Weekly Nutrition Challenge!

SHOW NOTES

Why Do I Crave Sugar? How humans are naturally wired to enjoy sweets Sweets and Dopamine

Refined Sugar and Sugar Nutrition What is refined sugar? Why can high amounts of refined sugar intake be a problem? What is the relationship with weight gain and sugar? Nutritional value of sugar

What are the Causes of Sugar Cravings? Lack of balance in meals Skipping meals & emotions Cycle of refined flour and simple carbs

Alternatives to Refined Sugar The best natural sweeteners Naturally sweet foods Healthy sweets, like dates and sweet potatoes

Tips for Helping Cravings The merits of bitter foods Addicted to sweets How can beverages help? Experimentation and testing

The Problem with Artificial Sweeteners Confusing signals, Insulin, and the Microbiome

Where do Cravings Come From? Comfort food, emotional eating, and getting curious

And, The Weekly Nutrition Challenge!

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