Am I Addicted To Sugar?

Do you eat or drink sugary food or drinks almost every day?

Do you start the day with a breakfast that is rich in sugars (sugar cereal, cake, or muffin)?

Do you drink coffee with a minimum of two teaspoons of sugar?

Do you go to the shops at least once a week just to buy something sweet?

Do you ever secretly eat sweet food?

Do you stock up on candy?

Do you often find yourself in a situation where you can't stop when you start eating food made from refined flour (white bread, pastries, and snacks)?

Were you in a situation where you realized that you were eating too much sugar and that you promised yourself that it would not happen again, but you broke that promise very quickly?

Based on your answers, it can be said that you are not addicted to sugar. It is completely normal to enjoy sweets and there is nothing wrong with eating your favorite dessert from time to time. If you eat regularly (three to five meals a day) your blood sugar level will be stable so you will not crave for sweets. There is a big difference between a person who eats sugar every now and then and a person who craves for sugar and feels physically and emotionally bad without it.

Based on your answers, it can be said that you have an unhealthy relationship with sugar. Foods rich in carbohydrates lead to increased levels of endorphins (happy hormones) as well as other chemicals in your body, which in combination results in a surge of energy. If you mentally associate sugar with good mood and energy, you can inadvertently become addicted to sugar. Eating large amounts of sugar-rich foods can lead to serious health problems such as obesity and diabetes in the long run.