Sugar is NOT a Drug

Nutrition For Mortals

Many of us have heard the claim that sugar is more addictive than cocaine. We’re tired of this unhelpful and unsubstantiated framing. In today's episode we’ll go through the current science and hear different sides of the argument. So join us, two registered dietitians, as we explain why sugar is NOT a drug.

Topics covered in this episode:

• What kind of sugar are we talking about with “sugar addiction?”
• Where does sugar even come from?
• We dig into the research with a taste of stand-up comedy from the ridiculously funny Jenny Zigrino
• Why is the idea of sugar addiction so prevalent?
• How do people use the idea of “sugar addiction” to sell you stuff?
• We hear a clip from Dr. Mark Hyman talking about breaking sugar addiction
• We hear a clip from the company Redefined Vitamins about their Sugar Craving Buster Kit
• Isn’t breathing oxygen so annoying?!
• What’s up with “sugar withdrawal?”
• Matt gets a little snarky
• We summarize our official take on the matter
• Jen wants to enjoy her cake!

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