Sugar Causes Same Effects as Stress on Brain

“Diet is another factor which can impact behavioral responses such as anxiety, stress response and memory. Foods that are rich in either sugar or fat have been shown to be able to relieve stress and anxiety in both human and animal studies.”

It would not have been surprising if sugar was mentioned in the Word of Wisdom. Seems like a no-brainer. It’s over-consumption in the western diet has caused so many diseases and this study shows it may cause psychiatric issues as well. Seems to cause a lot more problems than coffee or tea. Just sayin’.

 

Sugar Consumption Produces Effects Similar to Early Life Stress Exposure on Hippocampal Markers of Neurogenesis and Stress Response

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