How sugar affects the brain

Title:: How sugar affects the brain
Speaker:: Nicole Avena
Description:: When you eat something loaded with sugar, your taste buds, your gut and your brain all take notice. This activation of your reward system is not unlike how bodies process addictive substances such as alcohol or nicotine -- an overload of sugar spikes dopamine levels and leaves you craving more. Nicole Avena explains why sweets and treats should be enjoyed in moderation. [Directed by STK Films, narrated by Michelle Snow, music by Michael Dow].

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Video Language:: English
Team:: closed TED
Project:: TED-Ed
Duration:: 05:03

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