She means as long as you control it. Like your carving won't be as strong as it was when you ate sugary foods on a daily basis after eating that piece of cake
Sugar industry is trying to repeat the advertising moves of alcohol corporations. "One glass of wine in the evenings didn’t hurt anyone, it won’t make you an alcoholic" ( wrong )
I gave up eating anything with processed sugar 15 years ago. That means no cookies, no cakes, no soft drinks or smoothies. The only sweet things I eat are fruits and I feel very active. It takes discipline but you get used to it.
@@livbxr I eat very selectively. I usually only eat home made food. Even tea and coffee I drink without sugar. I dont eat honey or fruit juices either, just fresh fruits. Nothing with added sugar, not even yogurt. No white bread etc. Also only eat foods with low GI.
The same is true about nicotine. Most smokers sincerely believe they just have a "bad habit" and become very surprised when told they are actually drug addicted.
I wonder what would happen when you consume a lot of turkey (downer) and a lot of sugary drink (upper) in one sitting. Would you get high just like when one takes a sleeping cough medicine and a non-drowsy cough medicine few hours later
Virtually no one thinks alcohol and nicotine arent drugs. Talk to people instead of making up fairy tales about how much more knowledgeable you are compared to others.
@@TheAbsoluteProduction What wrong with that? So if you said you're trying to be healthy but your parents bought tons of chocolate and ice cream and kept desserts where you keep your food you'd be okay with that? Parents are supposed to teach their kids valuable lessons, not feed their child's addiction.
When you stop eating sugar for about a month, you stop craving it. I personally don't even enjoy sweet tasting things anymore; it's amazing how we just crave what we eat on a regular basis.
+aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa define regular basis in general terms and define regular basis for the cerebral cortex. isn't it possible to crave whilst abstaining in order to reduce or halt consumption? self-control, willpower, disicipline and focus, to name a few, are characteristics that can help enable change if or when necessary (even in the midst of somatization, to an extent). unless it's a medical or severe somatic problem.
its true. Once you 'understand' the negative effects of it on your system instead of just forcing yourself to not consume it...you will start to control your sugar intake. If you do it for a month it becomes a habit
It's true that the cravings die down and your tastebuds do shift, for example, fruit starts to taste much sweeter and better than it did before, but for many people, myself included, if you eat processed sugary foods again, they will instantly retrigger those high-level cravings that you had before. It's similar to having one cigarette after not smoking for 2 months. Unfortunately, if you are predisposed to finding sugar highly addictive, its difficult to try to have it in moderation. It will trigger binge eating, heightened appetite and cravings.
Why not try coconut almond milk? Very little sugar and you won't feel deprived. Or a combo of half sugar half stevia. Stevia has a weird aftertaste. So I cut it with a bit of sugar.
I had an ED and sugar was always a trigger - I stopped eating sugar 2 years ago ( stopped desserts and I limit as much as possible added sugar) for medical reasons because they also can trigger my mood swings, and I never, ever get sugar cravings, it's an awesome feeling to look at cake and be like "meh, i genuinely don't want that". It benefits the body in so many ways and a bonus is that I've naturally stayed lean!
that's amazing! I had an ed too but then I went into binge eating and now im trying to cut sugar out of my diet. I hope this can help me! I want to be healthy and have a good relationship with food.
The best way that I can describe sugar withdrawal is that it feels kind of like when you are extremely thirsty, and feel a great urge to drink water. Sugar withdrawal is similar to that - kind of like you are "thirsty for sugar" - and this is definitely quite unpleasant to go through during the first couple days.
Yes, similar description for drug addiction. But magnified. The brain and body adapt to the presence of a substance, wiring itself to function with it, and when that substance is missing the body urges the person to seek it, because now the system is out of whack. In essence it adopts the substance as its own, forms strong attachments, which becomes it's new reality. Pretty amazing process actually, and it permeates everything in our lives, these adoptions/integrations and attachments. Even non physical things. But there is an optimal balance for our evolutionary make-up, which is something we must obey, and many attachments we have are not beneficial for it. It's like a piano playing a beautiful song, and someone randomly adding an off note, or many. Eventually you may get used to the sound but at it's core it is distorting the fundamental structure of the song.
@@Peter_1986I am once again removing added sugar from my diet and it’s been rough… it’s kept me cranky for the past couple of weeks. I accidentally had some sugar bc I ordered an iced matcha latte with vanilla (I thought it’d be vanilla essence but it was vanilla syrup) when I tasted that thing as I drank it I was feeling literal sedation and everything was pretty again 😮😮 that’s when I realized what had happened.
You can't find balance. And that's why you keep eating it. It means you got or getting addicted to sugar. If that's the case then you need to treat sugar like any other drug. Abstinence(not moderation)is the solution for drug addiction. But if you believe that you are among some of those people who can take a few bites of dessert and stop or eat it occasionally then you can enjoy sugary treats. Else you are going to feel like a failure. And that's not your fault.
@@luckycharm1212 I could not agree MORE!!!! An alcoholic can’t drink in moderation, so why do is sugar addicts think we can just have ‘balance’. It might work for some, and by some, I mean 1% lol. You really do have to have an ‘All or nothing’ mindset with getting rid of sugar. There is no ‘sugar on the weekends’ or ‘sugar at special events’ bc for some that’s just a rabbit hole and it leads to binging. All it takes is that one piece of cake or that one cookie and BOOM you’re sucked in again. It’s a very VERY viscous cycle. As someone who is overcoming a binge eating disorder, I find that not eating sugar and bread keeps me from going off the edge. I love fruits! I eat them a few times a week! As for things with added sugars, for my health and my sanity I plan to never eat them again!
Thats why Alan Watts said "Who is it that is asking who am I "? Meaning you are not your body. Wether you want to call it a soul, spirit, infinite devine energy or whatever.
To give some encouragement to anyone struggling with eating habits and too much sugar, I was increasingly becoming insulin resistant and developing many conditions that come with it! It surprised me enough that I decided to find out how to reverse it. You can have a low sugar diet and be satisfied and healthy! The conditions have reversed that were affecting me since I've lowered sugar intake, increased protein, fiber, and exercise. It's such a relief and I'm so grateful to have my health 🙏 💛 😌 💓 i hope you all are healthy too!
+Gene Glagolev I think it does when you are socializing with people that makes you feel acepted like when they laught at your jokes or when you go out and have fun with them that the brain releases dopamine
You don't like socializing still you come to TH-cam to post...internet has become a new way of socialization especially for people with poor social skills, awkward or too sensitive. Nothing wrong with that but be aware that there are many ways of socialize. Even watching TV could be considered a way to stay involved in social interactions. Unless you spend the day doing meditation, studying or creating something chances are you are socializing in some way.
I can understand your point. I'm the same way. You don't have to be awkward, sensitive or shy to not enjoy socializing. Some people just don't get energy from spending time with other people the way they do spending time alone, even if they have awesome friends. Ain't nothing wrong with that, and I know awesome successful people who have no problem admitting that they're like that. Check out Jason Silva and his videos, he's one! And I promise you will love the stuff he talks about! :)
I had a sugar addiction, it really can be called that. I had been buying myself a bar of chocolate or a candy bar for a year or more on a regular basis (every couple of days), this is if you don't count the sweet tea that I constantly drink. I just couldn't do without it, I couldn't concentrate on anything until I ate the damn sugar... and yes, my teeth are affected too. The problem was getting worse, and I decided to finally end it. I did not completely give up sweet purchases (I have already said why above), but I reduced the dose gradually, and now buying sweets is an exceptional rarity for me. Saving money and saving your health is what you will have if you prevent sugar addiction.
My mood lifted when I ate chocolate and stuff. This is one of the reasons for the onset of addiction. But believe me, it will save you in a short period, and then it will only turn against you. Learn to enjoy life without sugar...
Good food has long term effects - making you feel much better throughout the day, whereas sugar will give you a momentary spike and you will feel worse because there is little to no nutritional value in sugary food.
its because you eat to much sugar, increase sugar levels, the body is taking in alot too fast, your stomach gets bigger, then you need to eat more because your stomach is bigger but your body is still the same and only needs at around 1100-2300 cals (different for everyone), but when you restrict the sugar your body will "reset" its calorie intake and boom, you are on your way to a better life. It's how I did it, i went from 318 to 179 in two years
I knew sugar was like a drug for some people but didn't know thé reasons. This is so well-explained. It's gonna help me to explain the addictive mechanisms.
I become sleepy when I eat sugar. Literally can't control the sleepiness after a drink, a meal or dessert with sugar. But whenever I quit sugar for a while I become incredibly alert and energized.
Interesting, I feel like I get energized(I drink chocolate coffee every morning, LOVE sweet coffee drinks) I wanna quit it tho, I drink and eat nearly 100g of sugar a day. As a former drug addict this has been my crutch for a long time.
As a new pastry chef I can clearly see the effects of sugar on my brain since I entered sweet industry. I want to consume sugar regularly and when I dont have something sweet for a longer period of time I feel hungry and restless. It's hard af to concentrate on things like studying. So bad.
this is my first time watching this video. wow! *Mind blowing* i wish my school lesson are like this..it's so visual, colourful, interesting. *thumbs up*
Thanks! I stopped eating sugar (except for one fruit serving in the morning). I had anxiety for a week, but I got used to not drinking lattes or eating scones, pastries and cookies all day long....I also quit eating refined flours. This has made me feel better and with more energy...and i have a smaller gut!!!
What's funny is that most people don't realize that probably 90%+ of the food you buy has added sugar of some sort even if it is a savory food. Check your labels, you may be grossly surprised.
There was a point in my life where I stopped craving sweets, especially these processed ultra sweet foods. I don't know what happened but kind of I'm glad it happaned.
@@LeEag yes! I was so addicted to eating icecream everyday day then I ran a fever for a few days and after that I didn’t crave it for months. I was glad cause it was nice not to eat so much but now I’m back😅
Wow, although not exactly the same, I’ve stopped craving milk chocolate, chocolate cake, and biscuits. Depending on how sweet it is I won’t eat it. Of course there are exceptions like dark chocolate. However I kinda like it
This is such an insightful video! The way you broke down the concept made it super easy to understand. It’s always great to see creators bringing fresh perspectives like this. Really inspired by your work!
4:41 the conveyor belt of all of the sugary food is really amazing to see how each item of sugary food like cake, cookies traveling through the body is showing us how easy it is to get addicted and how your body is reacting like a machine blindly contining to eat the high fructose food to get our quick addiction fix.
@@herbbowler2461 Honey is also refined sugar. All sugar, is chemically the same. Replacing cane sigar or high fructose corn syrup with honey is just as bad.
Cutting sugar out of my eating is the best decision I've made so far. Better health, better skin, better breath( I have asthma attack), better mood and I eventually grew taller faster.
TED-Ed is truly an incredible way to bring people entertaining knowledge. Thank you for putting so much effort into your videos. I enjoy watching a couple of these videos before getting my day started!
Advice for anyone who wants it: Eat your meals at a specific time every day Please Otherwise you’ll be left craving food, which is usually the junk food (sugar)
I am watching this because I have noticed a significant decline in my memory, short term specifically, and losing concentration and focus. I forget small things, easily lose my track of mind, and forget what i'm talking about often. It has gotten to the point that it hurts my head to think because I know the information, I just can't remember and it scares me. I know I am addicted to sugar and I have my whole life. I do not eat many fruits or veggies or take vitamins either. It is hard because I don't gain weight and have always been fit, so I assumed I never needed to change the way I eat because I never had an issue, but the real issue is inside and not on the outside. I am also so tired all the time and I have a hard time finishing tasks, thinking with my Dr I may have ADHD. But when the medication isn't "working" my concerns go elsewhere. This video was very informational. I have always been very creative and intelligent, but I am clearly noticing a decline as I get older. Any easy ways to begin shifting my diet would be appreciated.
Dude I have the same cognitive and memory symptoms. I definitely notice a shift in my focus and distractibility when I’m consuming sugar often versus when I decide to quit. I become more compulsive too, and have fatigue as well. And I am someone who is very fit but also has been vegan for 12 years. I can’t remember anything! The harsh reality is to give up sugar but I keep thinking I can live a “moderation” lifestyle. It never works :(
Check out "Never binge again". It's targeted to people with this ED but it can be useful to anyone who wants to gain control over their sugar cravings.
I've been trying really hard to eat healthier and literally cut both Sugar & Salt out of my diet by 70-80%. I had no idea, that to even achieve the level of change that I wanted, would require me shopping at multiple different stores for the food & ingredients that I needed!... But it's totally working and I look & feel so much better than I did 6 Months ago!... 💯💯💯
Actually, concentration differences aren't relevant here. There are _threshold_ differences, but all areas do taste equally well. :) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tongue_map (for sources, obviously)
Christopher Bartel Me neither; tell me if that changes. Fortunately Wikipedia can be used for locating more sources, _as I clarified earlier_. It is simply a nice collection and it's fairly simple to link people to the article instead of copying loads of other links here. Now tell me, do we disagree on anything? If you want me to start linking to primary research articles (which as a medical student and biology teacher I can), that's fine too but very much more tedious to general readers who want answers quickly. :)
i once tried to stop eating any sugar.. just managed to do that for 3 days till cravings became to strong (and finding things without sugar became to much work). dont understand why drugs are illegal but sugar with the potential of a class 1 drug is actively added to everything.
I always enjoy TED Talks but when they get artistically animated and summarized, they get even better, haha. Very cool overview of how #sugar affects us.
gotta say that I'm so addicted to sugar that I developed quite a big resistance to it. I can eat lots of sweets without feeling that nauseaus thing. But i'm trying to get over it, but my body keeps asking me for it, its so hard!!
Great content! I’ve recently started focusing more on my gut health and seeing the benefits. I love how you mentioned the role of probiotics - they’re a game changer!❤
I recently stopped eating sugar, even fruit, and I instantly felt a boost in my mood and a decrease in stress levels. My brain dopamine levels were clearly evening out. Incredible!
Honestly you’re better off avoiding processed sugar as much as possible. Since it’s in everything you buy from the store the wedge of cake isn’t the only thing you have to worry about.
If you're think about it, it'll be like *Human eat bad thing* Brain : "MORE MORE MORE !" *Human eat good think for his body* Brain : "NOOOOOO, I DON'T LIKE IT"
See that's false. In nature there are no supermarkets and also no sodas. Caloric dense foods are interpreted as good by the brain, because they allow for far more calories to be eaten without satiety. In nature, that is a good thing. Sweet foods are very unlikely to be poisonous, unlike bitter and sour foods. That is why sweet foods and caloric dense foods are rewarded...in nature, it makes a lot of sense.
well heres the logic stuff that fuel them and prevents them from death from 0 energy (sugar) brain: more more more stuff that doesnt prevent death, cant be digested and only alleviate hunger(fibers) brain: meh
+Jerry Man My husband is the same! He doesn't like any sugary food. I assume Culturally (at least in Asia) men are suppose to hate sweets as it's too "girly". So they grew up never hooked up in Sugar and subconsciously denial the joy from sugar.
+Jerry Man well i do but i cant eat much i feel full just with a couple of bites but with salty food danm man i just have a problem like 1kgm salt bag doesnt last a month and thats beside the salty snacks
The part about a meal/ a food becoming boring as the taste receptors get used to it explains why raw fooders start out with this high (and can become evangelical about it) and then drop off after a year when it starts to become normal/ boring.
I’m gonna be honest. For me if I don’t eat dessert or snacks like candy or chips for a long period of time and I see it on the market after I exercised I literally can not move away my eyes it’s like I want it so much. But after I eat like one or two bites those feelings are completely gone and I don’t feel that urge of eating sugary food for at least like 1 month if I’m eating enough calories.
It's all about balance. I have been struggling with eating disorders, eat blinge, but now I'm good. I don't take to much sugar I as used to, just one time per week. I'm going to have lettuce for lunch, but I must confess that I'm thinking about the delicious ice cream I'm gonna have in the next 10 days. It will be worth the wait.
This video is very informative on how sugar influences the brain. It goes very in depth in explaining the affect by showing all the different types of sugar like starch, maltose, and dextrose to name a few. Where the sugars are located, which is everywhere. The video explains the affect of sugar starting with it hitting your tongue and sending receptors to your brain. The cerebral cortex is where the different tastes that are detected by your taste buds are determined, such as bitter and sweet. Our reward system in our brain is what makes us crave more sugar repeatedly. The act of craving, which I'm sure everyone in their life has felt many times, is an overreaction by the reward system. This overdrive of craving has negative affects like leads to obesity and an unhealthy diet. Large intakes of sugar require large intakes of insulin. This video also goes into depth of the importance of the variety of food intake. The larger the variety, the more vitamins and nutrients the body is exposed to causing a person to be healthy. Sugar tricks the brain into wanting more which in turn does not allow for the proper nutrients for the body. People need to be more aware of what sugar does to their brain and body, especially with the high concern of obesity in the United States. Sugar definitely falls into the too much of a good thing is bad category.
I agree with this post because I crave sugary foods a lot. Once I have eaten something that contains a lot of sugar it does make me want more and more. I also learned about how when you eat a certain food with one of the five taste senses it triggers the brain to act upon one of the five taste senses. For example I love to eat ice cream and candy which contains a lot of sugar. My mom is always telling me that it is not good to eat things with a lot of sugar and a lot of it but once I eat a small amount of my ice cream I want to save the rest for later but the effect of the sugar makes me want more. I learned from experience that sugar does give you a kick of energy where as if you eat a full course meal you begin to feel very sluggish and lazy
Sugar is probably the most important nutrient that body needs, as it is the main ingredient in the production of ATP which is required for pretty much every bodily function.
Jonathan Cruz One of the major contributors to people having health problems in America and probably other parts of the world. Too much sugar and bad types of sugar. Best to stick to complex carbohydrates and fruits.
No. You do not need any kind of sugar to live. It's a very easy, efficient fuel, and so one your body craves, but you can literally live a lifetime without a molecule of it. There are regional diets that are carbohydrate free, and modern weight loss or diabetic control diets that are very close. The reason the body craves efficient fuel is because food was so hard to come by during our evolution. Thing is, food isn't hard to come by anymore. Excessive carb intake is VERY easy now, and leads to diabetes and weight gain. Unless you've got a sporting event the next day, the healthiest choice is generally to limit carb intake as much as is practical.
The video is good and all, but in the beginning, the ice cream said "Bite Me". Like bitch tf you think I am? My two front teeth don't like you but my tongue does so c h i l l o u t i c e c r e a m .
In my case there is no such thing as addiction to sugar, after eating a lot of sugar you get that unwanted feeling of yours that feeling of sick which discourages you from eating sugar again. But a little sugar once is very useful.
I think there is a slight confusion. Sugars are note necessarily bad for you, it is just the fact that most of us, like, probably almost everyone in the US, eat way too much of it in general; And way too much of particular types of sugars as well. Also, I will say that I think we hone in on Bleached Granulated Cane Sugar (Table Sugar) when we hear the word sugar, but other sugars like fructose (When eating a fruit) and Honey are much better for you.
Sugar is not bad for you at all, why is it that every lean person I know eat most of their calories from sugar, and yet are skinny? Well, its because it gives you energy, as well as not all of the sugar gets used. Some of the sugar goes to glycogen stores, but excess sugar goes through urin. You would have to eat a bunch of it to begin fat storage. But when you eat fat as well, the insulin stores the calories from fat as fat. When you only eat sugar, insulin only stores the sugar in muscles, but fat cant be stored in muscle. A diet high in fat and low in carbs also makes you thin, as no insulin can store the fat calories. But you will not have as much energy, and you will strugle during workouts and such. Thats why it can work for sedentary people, but carbs are not the enemy.
The WalkingJoke Personally I don't base whether something is bad for you on how fattening it is. Avocados are kinda fattening but are very good for you like most veggies. But if I cut back on sugar I do feel healthier. I once cut sugar almost completely for three weeks and people commented how great my skin looked. but it does affect everyone differently.
Well yeah, it's not bad, but problem is, most people consumed table sugar alone each day. They said the maximum amount for sugar consumption everyday for healthy male is 35g. A can of coke contains 35g of sugar. Lots of products contains tons of sugar, people just don't realize they actually consumed it.
fructose is not necessarily better for you. Of course eating a fruit is not unhealthy, but e.g. softdrinks contain a lot of fructose and that is not healthy at all
This video made me reflect on my own experience with sugar. I used to start my day with sugary cereal, thinking it was a quick energy boost, but I’d always feel bad by mid-morning. After learning more about how sugar affects the brain, I switched to healthier breakfasts and noticed a big difference in my focus and energy levels throughout the day.
Brain is the most powerful organ in the body.
-said brain
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said vocal cords (who were ordered by the brain)
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Brains ego
4:43 “A wedge of cake wont hurt you”. Thats how we all started long ago.
She means as long as you control it. Like your carving won't be as strong as it was when you ate sugary foods on a daily basis after eating that piece of cake
Sugar industry is trying to repeat the advertising moves of alcohol corporations. "One glass of wine in the evenings didn’t hurt anyone, it won’t make you an alcoholic" ( wrong )
Misquoted
Well, it won't. That is, if you don't eat more (which is easier said than done).
Yep
I gave up eating anything with processed sugar 15 years ago. That means no cookies, no cakes, no soft drinks or smoothies. The only sweet things I eat are fruits and I feel very active. It takes discipline but you get used to it.
but how do you do it because isn’t there processed sugar in so many meals you buy in the supermarket? Like bread, tomato sauce, yogurt etc.
@@livbxr once you start to live without sugar, you can cut those foods easily. :)
@@livbxr I eat very selectively. I usually only eat home made food. Even tea and coffee I drink without sugar. I dont eat honey or fruit juices either, just fresh fruits. Nothing with added sugar, not even yogurt. No white bread etc. Also only eat foods with low GI.
@@TheSlimmshadyy okay tysm I’ll try these things but I feel like it’ll be very hard not to eat any junk food occasionally :)
And now I'm going to quit sugar...
"Drugs like alcohol" I love that you said that. People still think it's not dangerous, while it's a drug the same as others.
The same is true about nicotine. Most smokers sincerely believe they just have a "bad habit" and become very surprised when told they are actually drug addicted.
I wonder what would happen when you consume a lot of turkey (downer) and a lot of sugary drink (upper) in one sitting. Would you get high just like when one takes a sleeping cough medicine and a non-drowsy cough medicine few hours later
The truth many do not want to believe
It’a so much worse than people even think considering new studies show there is no such thing as a safe amount of alcohol
Virtually no one thinks alcohol and nicotine arent drugs. Talk to people instead of making up fairy tales about how much more knowledgeable you are compared to others.
Trust me sugar addiction is real...i somehow feel like it's my responsibility to finish all the sweets that are lying around in my house.
Me too
I don't get it. If you wanna eat sugar, then eat it and stop being weird.
My parents keep buying candy for me after I tell them not to
@@BrooklyFire And what's wrong with that
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@@TheAbsoluteProduction What wrong with that? So if you said you're trying to be healthy but your parents bought tons of chocolate and ice cream and kept desserts where you keep your food you'd be okay with that? Parents are supposed to teach their kids valuable lessons, not feed their child's addiction.
When you stop eating sugar for about a month, you stop craving it. I personally don't even enjoy sweet tasting things anymore; it's amazing how we just crave what we eat on a regular basis.
+aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa For those of us that have given up sugar completely, we do crave the good fats and we eat them all the time, dear.
+aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa define regular basis in general terms and define regular basis for the cerebral cortex. isn't it possible to crave whilst abstaining in order to reduce or halt consumption? self-control, willpower, disicipline and focus, to name a few, are characteristics that can help enable change if or when necessary (even in the midst of somatization, to an extent). unless it's a medical or severe somatic problem.
its true. Once you 'understand' the negative effects of it on your system instead of just forcing yourself to not consume it...you will start to control your sugar intake. If you do it for a month it becomes a habit
It's true that the cravings die down and your tastebuds do shift, for example, fruit starts to taste much sweeter and better than it did before, but for many people, myself included, if you eat processed sugary foods again, they will instantly retrigger those high-level cravings that you had before. It's similar to having one cigarette after not smoking for 2 months. Unfortunately, if you are predisposed to finding sugar highly addictive, its difficult to try to have it in moderation. It will trigger binge eating, heightened appetite and cravings.
How can we give up sugar totally? It’s in everything?
I want to give up, without having the cravings for it.
Me: Put 2.5 spoons of sugar into tea.
Me: Watch the video.
Me: Put 2.49 spoons of sugar into tea.
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Baked Potato what are we waiting for?
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@@Lord.of.Apokolips Sorry, I forgot to ask your opinion, barnaclehead.
Why not try coconut almond milk? Very little sugar and you won't feel deprived.
Or a combo of half sugar half stevia. Stevia has a weird aftertaste. So I cut it with a bit of sugar.
It's really hard to stop. The addiction is real..
Oh yes, hahah
Oh poor kid
No
"Sugar acts a little bit like a drug"
"A cake once in a while won't hurt you"
«One more game of league won’t hurt»
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Wt sugar is like drugs!!!
@@tme98 HAHHAHA but only 'till the tilt starts to kick in
Razer Synapse nice to meet you
It’s like alcohol. Sometimes but not all the time
I had an ED and sugar was always a trigger - I stopped eating sugar 2 years ago ( stopped desserts and I limit as much as possible added sugar) for medical reasons because they also can trigger my mood swings, and I never, ever get sugar cravings, it's an awesome feeling to look at cake and be like "meh, i genuinely don't want that". It benefits the body in so many ways and a bonus is that I've naturally stayed lean!
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that's amazing! I had an ed too but then I went into binge eating and now im trying to cut sugar out of my diet. I hope this can help me! I want to be healthy and have a good relationship with food.
What about bread?
but our bodies need sugar to function , i wouldn't say completely cut off sugar from diet but to minimize your intake of it (Pasta, toast , etc)
@@DaughterofMother1 whole wheat no-added-sugar bread when I do eat it (not often) ☺️
So working in a sugar factory makes you crack dealer.
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because these closed minded fools only see certain type of substances as drugs...when the real drug is dopamine.
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The best way that I can describe sugar withdrawal is that it feels kind of like when you are extremely thirsty, and feel a great urge to drink water.
Sugar withdrawal is similar to that - kind of like you are "thirsty for sugar" - and this is definitely quite unpleasant to go through during the first couple days.
Or months.
Very accurate. That's exactly how I also describe sugar withdrawals. It almost turns into a physical need after you don't eat for some time.
Yes, similar description for drug addiction. But magnified. The brain and body adapt to the presence of a substance, wiring itself to function with it, and when that substance is missing the body urges the person to seek it, because now the system is out of whack. In essence it adopts the substance as its own, forms strong attachments, which becomes it's new reality. Pretty amazing process actually, and it permeates everything in our lives, these adoptions/integrations and attachments. Even non physical things. But there is an optimal balance for our evolutionary make-up, which is something we must obey, and many attachments we have are not beneficial for it. It's like a piano playing a beautiful song, and someone randomly adding an off note, or many. Eventually you may get used to the sound but at it's core it is distorting the fundamental structure of the song.
There is no significant withdrawal symptoms from the cessation of chronic sugar intake - you are ridiculous and misleading by saying otherwise.
@@Peter_1986I am once again removing added sugar from my diet and it’s been rough… it’s kept me cranky for the past couple of weeks. I accidentally had some sugar bc I ordered an iced matcha latte with vanilla (I thought it’d be vanilla essence but it was vanilla syrup) when I tasted that thing as I drank it I was feeling literal sedation and everything was pretty again 😮😮 that’s when I realized what had happened.
"Too much of everything is bad for you..."
@Alex Rankin-Cluse I-
even happiness.......
*throws up sugar*
Moni moni
Unless it junji ito collection and you die from it
Americans : I'm gonna pretend I didn't see that.
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SO TRUE IM-
@@samyogadhikari8557 no u
Guess what, American's *aren't* the only ones with high obesity rates. I know crazy right!
@@michellewilcox7175 oh. Great to hear
"A wedge of cake won't hurt you" that's all what I've retained from this video.
Looks like sugar had an effect on your brain
May the almight Bless U
@@josefmuller1641 u r right
Sure. But it’s never just a wedge of cake, is it..
@@M_K_M_K_M_K Exaclty
The fact that nobody talks about the book Dopamine Enigma Unveiled, speaks volumes about how people are stuck in a trance.
Worth reading?
def a bot
Bot scam
The brain is the only organ that named itself and it was surprised to realize that
What does that even mean? I’m being serious
@@MJ-bi7up we ,as humans, used our brains to name things including the brain itself...
@@alaaabdelrhman5232 oh thank you for explaining it. I’ve heard it many times but never really understood what it meant lol
So brainy
@@MJ-bi7up lol yeah sometimes even simple things are complicated to be honest
Mitochondria is the powerhouse of cell!
Right
And?
So what?
Why would you bring back bad memories 😢😂
Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell. (Sing. Mitochondrion, Plu. Mitochondria)
0:41
Glucose!
Sucrose!
Dextrose!
*Starch: Don't mind me, I'm just being that annoying odd-one-out friend*
Dextrose and Glucose are same
Potatoes are starchy... so, potatoes are sugar?
@@randomperson2526 so, when someone call u a potato, it means you are sweet~
@@hanifkhairy3682 you're so potate
*Starcose*
Boom, new word*
To those struggling with the effects of sugar like myself, I hope you find balance. It’s not easy at all.
You can't find balance. And that's why you keep eating it. It means you got or getting addicted to sugar. If that's the case then you need to treat sugar like any other drug. Abstinence(not moderation)is the solution for drug addiction. But if you believe that you are among some of those people who can take a few bites of dessert and stop or eat it occasionally then you can enjoy sugary treats. Else you are going to feel like a failure. And that's not your fault.
@@luckycharm1212 I could not agree MORE!!!! An alcoholic can’t drink in moderation, so why do is sugar addicts think we can just have ‘balance’. It might work for some, and by some, I mean 1% lol. You really do have to have an ‘All or nothing’ mindset with getting rid of sugar. There is no ‘sugar on the weekends’ or ‘sugar at special events’ bc for some that’s just a rabbit hole and it leads to binging. All it takes is that one piece of cake or that one cookie and BOOM you’re sucked in again. It’s a very VERY viscous cycle. As someone who is overcoming a binge eating disorder, I find that not eating sugar and bread keeps me from going off the edge. I love fruits! I eat them a few times a week! As for things with added sugars, for my health and my sanity I plan to never eat them again!
Sugar causes disbalance.
You guys are ridiculous, talking as if sugar was a schedule 1 drug with significant withdrawal symptoms - fine distinctions make all the difference.
I love the insane creativity that went into making of this video.
Sometimes, I feel that sugar should be treated like an addictive drug towards young children
It's important to teach them not to eat out of boredom or to abuse food against anxiety.
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I agree I really hate when parents give Coca-Cola to their kids.
Too much money in the industry, they simpelt dont Care about People’s addictions, especially if its legal to
It is, actually.
Whoever animated this is doing a WONDERFUL job!
I know right? This level of cleverness and creativity is amazing to witness.
*The best reward is to feel healthy! Presentation conclusion: Consume less sugar, please.* 🙏
Nah I dont think I will
Lmao obviously lying
what r u doing here in 7 years
Consume more salt 👍
@@CaioCalistenias ,,
Every comment I see says "The Brain is the most powerful organ in the body. -Said the Brain"
-Said the Brain
We all thought the brain was egoistic but it can make jokes on itself.
- said the brain.
-said the brain!
Brainception
-read and interpreted by the brain
Thats why Alan Watts said "Who is it that is asking who am I "? Meaning you are not your body. Wether you want to call it a soul, spirit, infinite devine energy or whatever.
Meanwhile, as an asian : RICEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE
We pretty much eat rice with everything. 😂
@@calvinpatulin dude, i'm from Vn =))) Rice can go with sugar, fruit or instant noodle
yeahhhh
Is your name lovo
@@kiranlabh4535 nah, that would be weird
To give some encouragement to anyone struggling with eating habits and too much sugar, I was increasingly becoming insulin resistant and developing many conditions that come with it! It surprised me enough that I decided to find out how to reverse it. You can have a low sugar diet and be satisfied and healthy! The conditions have reversed that were affecting me since I've lowered sugar intake, increased protein, fiber, and exercise. It's such a relief and I'm so grateful to have my health 🙏 💛 😌 💓 i hope you all are healthy too!
I like broccoli
Same
I love pineapple
i like chocolate.
I like veggies and fruits
i love you? XD
The animation makes this video all the more interesting and captivating. Great job, Ted-Ed!
Hello
Gives you a dopamine hit - ironic isn’t it!
I was searching for this
Socializing has never given me pleasure.
+Gene Glagolev I think it does when you are socializing with people that makes you feel acepted like when they laught at your jokes or when you go out and have fun with them that the brain releases dopamine
You don't like socializing still you come to TH-cam to post...internet has become a new way of socialization especially for people with poor social skills, awkward or too sensitive. Nothing wrong with that but be aware that there are many ways of socialize. Even watching TV could be considered a way to stay involved in social interactions. Unless you spend the day doing meditation, studying or creating something chances are you are socializing in some way.
I can understand your point. I'm the same way.
You don't have to be awkward, sensitive or shy to not enjoy socializing. Some people just don't get energy from spending time with other people the way they do spending time alone, even if they have awesome friends. Ain't nothing wrong with that, and I know awesome successful people who have no problem admitting that they're like that. Check out Jason Silva and his videos, he's one! And I promise you will love the stuff he talks about! :)
That's because you're being a bitch to people for no reason and they refused to hang out with you.
Lol.
I had a sugar addiction, it really can be called that. I had been buying myself a bar of chocolate or a candy bar for a year or more on a regular basis (every couple of days), this is if you don't count the sweet tea that I constantly drink. I just couldn't do without it, I couldn't concentrate on anything until I ate the damn sugar... and yes, my teeth are affected too. The problem was getting worse, and I decided to finally end it.
I did not completely give up sweet purchases (I have already said why above), but I reduced the dose gradually, and now buying sweets is an exceptional rarity for me.
Saving money and saving your health is what you will have if you prevent sugar addiction.
My mood lifted when I ate chocolate and stuff. This is one of the reasons for the onset of addiction. But believe me, it will save you in a short period, and then it will only turn against you.
Learn to enjoy life without sugar...
Very true!
How come the food that's better for us doesn't give us a good response man😭
NBAKIDD that sounds awesome. You must be very energetic and healthy. How did u achieve that? I cant quit taking sugar, sweets etc. I wish I could.
Fruit have sugar
.. did u not listen?
Sad but true ㅠㅠ
Good food has long term effects - making you feel much better throughout the day, whereas sugar will give you a momentary spike and you will feel worse because there is little to no nutritional value in sugary food.
its because you eat to much sugar, increase sugar levels, the body is taking in alot too fast, your stomach gets bigger, then you need to eat more because your stomach is bigger but your body is still the same and only needs at around 1100-2300 cals (different for everyone), but when you restrict the sugar your body will "reset" its calorie intake and boom, you are on your way to a better life. It's how I did it, i went from 318 to 179 in two years
This damn background music. I looked down and there was suddenly a martini glass in my hand and I was in a full tux.
Eric Houser 😂😂
I'm playing the best video game I've ever known! 😂😂
I knew sugar was like a drug for some people but didn't know thé reasons. This is so well-explained. It's gonna help me to explain the addictive mechanisms.
I become sleepy when I eat sugar. Literally can't control the sleepiness after a drink, a meal or dessert with sugar. But whenever I quit sugar for a while I become incredibly alert and energized.
Interesting, I feel like I get energized(I drink chocolate coffee every morning, LOVE sweet coffee drinks) I wanna quit it tho, I drink and eat nearly 100g of sugar a day. As a former drug addict this has been my crutch for a long time.
Same here, that's why I avoid sugar. Fortunately, I'm not very keen on sweets. My late uncle called me 'anti-cake.'
As a new pastry chef I can clearly see the effects of sugar on my brain since I entered sweet industry. I want to consume sugar regularly and when I dont have something sweet for a longer period of time I feel hungry and restless. It's hard af to concentrate on things like studying. So bad.
this is my first time watching this video. wow! *Mind blowing* i wish my school lesson are like this..it's so visual, colourful, interesting. *thumbs up*
I know right my school videos are so boring
+Jackie Smith
you guys watch videos at school ?!l
^ye all the time
4:45 "But a wedge of cake once and a while won't hurt you"
*Eats entire cake ina second*
Zechariah Kouns Ted Ed: am I a joke to you?
"Here, hold my wedge"
mee :D
billytheweasel haha!
Whenever I'm feeling sad or down I look to sugar to give me relief I know that sounds depressing but it actually works pretty well.
No one's talking about the Animation effects used in the Video .
Absolutely Amazing
The animation here deserves an Oscar. The narration was also super nice.
Hey cool it. She got paid
Agree
I was about to eat a brownie until this popped in my recommendation list and I clicked it. I then grabbed a bottle of water instead.
Did the bottle of water consent?
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@@nicollevogt7352 who let their 2 year old have their phone again?
i did the same
Oh, give me your brownie 😊
of course I pour myself a bowl of cereal to sit down to watch a random youtube vid and I pick THIS ONE
Thanks! I stopped eating sugar (except for one fruit serving in the morning). I had anxiety for a week, but I got used to not drinking lattes or eating scones, pastries and cookies all day long....I also quit eating refined flours. This has made me feel better and with more energy...and i have a smaller gut!!!
thanks for the tips!
then what you eat for sweetness
@@manxome000 Fruit.
Placebo
Can we talk about the fact that the ice cream just told me to bite it?
What's funny is that most people don't realize that probably 90%+ of the food you buy has added sugar of some sort even if it is a savory food. Check your labels, you may be grossly surprised.
Salt, Pepper and Lemon Can Solve These 9 Problems Better Than Any Medicine - th-cam.com/video/wwipY5L-98E/w-d-xo.html
not all people are reading
We do need carbs for energy
@@kalbokaokafor Why would i read ?
@@TheAbsoluteProduction it may be important, you never know. PLEASE start doing so if you haven't already...
0:02 Text appears: "TED Ed: Lessons Worth Sharing"
Doesn't even answer the question, I wanted to know how if affects the brain, not about how addictive sugar can be (that's only part of it)
same here
dopamine is addictive and receptors can get saturated so you need more
sugar is associated with pleasure in taste @4:20 “eating lots of sugar will continue to be rewarding”
follow DR Berg he answers all the related questions
And this video suggests sugar doesn't follow the basic rules of homeostasis? This video was much more entertaining than it was informative.
There was a point in my life where I stopped craving sweets, especially these processed ultra sweet foods.
I don't know what happened but kind of I'm glad it happaned.
Did you stop eating them for a while?
Lucky dog!
I have a similar experience
This happened to me after I got sick
@@LeEag yes! I was so addicted to eating icecream everyday day then I ran a fever for a few days and after that I didn’t crave it for months. I was glad cause it was nice not to eat so much but now I’m back😅
Wow, although not exactly the same, I’ve stopped craving milk chocolate, chocolate cake, and biscuits. Depending on how sweet it is I won’t eat it. Of course there are exceptions like dark chocolate. However I kinda like it
this animation is awesomely sick
little bit suger is good for you
Baldev Kaur a little bit spell correction wont kill you either.
Ted has the best animations
Great for adults and getting kids and youth to watch educational videos
Then it needs to go to the doctor.
Ya Perez! AWESOME!
This is such an insightful video! The way you broke down the concept made it super easy to understand. It’s always great to see creators bringing fresh perspectives like this. Really inspired by your work!
don't know about brain, but it's definitely affecting my teeth
“A wedge of cake won’t hurt you”
Me: Ok, I’ve heard what I wanted to hear, time to dip.
Might send you down a rabbit hole because it's hard to control sugar cravings
😂
I like the style of animation. Great work.
4:41 the conveyor belt of all of the sugary food is really amazing to see how each item of sugary food like cake, cookies traveling through the body is showing us how easy it is to get addicted and how your body is reacting like a machine blindly contining to eat the high fructose food to get our quick addiction fix.
Please tell me at 1:10 that is not a "Tongue map". That was disproved ages ago.
I was just about to comment that.
exactly
yass
Then what's the right explanation?
asdfgh123456978 You do know that the tongue doesn't have different sections of taste receptors right?
When I was a kid, I had no problem eating sweets but now that I've grown up my body begins to ache & stuff when I eat sweets
Try a little honey.
Leave all refined sugar alone.
I am 73 and never have aches or pains.
@@herbbowler2461 Honey is also refined sugar. All sugar, is chemically the same. Replacing cane sigar or high fructose corn syrup with honey is just as bad.
Dont eat sugar. Simple
@@kjullthedemon your science might be a little outdated
@@kindcolt2747 Please do elaborate on where exactly my science is outdated.
Fun fact: The 5 taste receptors are not localized on tongue, instead they are evenly distributed.
Yes, I already know that.
ikr!? that diagram wasn't appropriate here
Well Ik now thx😊 some people just gotta 🤐if they know 😑
Human can't taste with tongue. They taste when swallow foods.
Well its a video from 7 years ago, a lot of stuff happened since then
1:11 CORRECTION: Sweetness receptors do not reside on a definitive patch of the tongue. Taste mapping like that is a misconception.
In ncert ,there is a concept of taste buds which says that different part of tongue identifies different taste
@@cinematic.chameleon that concept has long been debunked
Cutting sugar out of my eating is the best decision I've made so far. Better health, better skin, better breath( I have asthma attack), better mood and I eventually grew taller faster.
TED-Ed is truly an incredible way to bring people entertaining knowledge. Thank you for putting so much effort into your videos. I enjoy watching a couple of these videos before getting my day started!
the tongue doesn't have specific areas of receptors. they are scattered.
more concentrated in certain places? (honest question >>>> not provoking :) )
Darius Brown you are wrong
No he (or she) is right.
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kinda right and bad at the same time.... i can taste more strongly on the front then back of my tongue
Advice for anyone who wants it:
Eat your meals at a specific time every day
Please
Otherwise you’ll be left craving food, which is usually the junk food (sugar)
I am watching this because I have noticed a significant decline in my memory, short term specifically, and losing concentration and focus. I forget small things, easily lose my track of mind, and forget what i'm talking about often. It has gotten to the point that it hurts my head to think because I know the information, I just can't remember and it scares me. I know I am addicted to sugar and I have my whole life. I do not eat many fruits or veggies or take vitamins either. It is hard because I don't gain weight and have always been fit, so I assumed I never needed to change the way I eat because I never had an issue, but the real issue is inside and not on the outside. I am also so tired all the time and I have a hard time finishing tasks, thinking with my Dr I may have ADHD. But when the medication isn't "working" my concerns go elsewhere. This video was very informational. I have always been very creative and intelligent, but I am clearly noticing a decline as I get older. Any easy ways to begin shifting my diet would be appreciated.
Have you ever considered keto?
Dude I have the same cognitive and memory symptoms. I definitely notice a shift in my focus and distractibility when I’m consuming sugar often versus when I decide to quit. I become more compulsive too, and have fatigue as well. And I am someone who is very fit but also has been vegan for 12 years. I can’t remember anything! The harsh reality is to give up sugar but I keep thinking I can live a “moderation” lifestyle. It never works :(
Check out "Never binge again". It's targeted to people with this ED but it can be useful to anyone who wants to gain control over their sugar cravings.
I've been trying really hard to eat healthier and literally cut both Sugar & Salt out of my diet by 70-80%. I had no idea, that to even achieve the level of change that I wanted, would require me shopping at multiple different stores for the food & ingredients that I needed!... But it's totally working and I look & feel so much better than I did 6 Months ago!... 💯💯💯
can we all pause and appreciate how artistic and beautiful this is video is, kudos to the editor and layout artists for this
can we all pause and spot the tongue mistake🗿
That's why you are the best channel on TH-cam, so well explained. Thank you ❤️
If you bite into an ice cream ur a psychopath
Then I'm a psychopath 🌚✨
madeinchina a I am but not proud of it
I CERTAINLY don't do that. Biting into that tasty but freezing dessert can ache your teeth really bad. In other words, it can hurt your teeth.
I bite into ice cream every time.
madeinchina a do you know where’s the nearest psychiatric clinic
Ouch, it's showing the myth of only a specific part of tongue tasting a specific taste... :/
While those receptors exist throughout the tongue, they are most concentrated in the traditional areas.
Actually, concentration differences aren't relevant here. There are _threshold_ differences, but all areas do taste equally well. :)
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tongue_map (for sources, obviously)
***** Cool! :)
***** didnt know wikipedia suddenly became a viable source....
Christopher Bartel Me neither; tell me if that changes. Fortunately Wikipedia can be used for locating more sources, _as I clarified earlier_. It is simply a nice collection and it's fairly simple to link people to the article instead of copying loads of other links here.
Now tell me, do we disagree on anything? If you want me to start linking to primary research articles (which as a medical student and biology teacher I can), that's fine too but very much more tedious to general readers who want answers quickly. :)
i once tried to stop eating any sugar.. just managed to do that for 3 days till cravings became to strong (and finding things without sugar became to much work). dont understand why drugs are illegal but sugar with the potential of a class 1 drug is actively added to everything.
THIS ANIMATION IS EVERYTHING!!!
*im eating candy at the dentist while watch this video.*
🤣🤣
Your dentist knows how to ensure repeat business!
Ooooh. What a bad boy.
Russ Canduit lol
Wowwwww
I always enjoy TED Talks but when they get artistically animated and summarized, they get even better, haha. Very cool overview of how #sugar affects us.
gotta say that I'm so addicted to sugar that I developed quite a big resistance to it. I can eat lots of sweets without feeling that nauseaus thing. But i'm trying to get over it, but my body keeps asking me for it, its so hard!!
Great content! I’ve recently started focusing more on my gut health and seeing the benefits. I love how you mentioned the role of probiotics - they’re a game changer!❤
I recently stopped eating sugar, even fruit, and I instantly felt a boost in my mood and a decrease in stress levels. My brain dopamine levels were clearly evening out. Incredible!
Fruit is actually good for you, it’s natural sugar which is important
really?
It’s good u quit sugar but u should still be eating fruits
@@ava1872 sugar is sugar.
@@cerunotravel1206 but even unprocessed sugar is important for you in moderation
Honestly you’re better off avoiding processed sugar as much as possible. Since it’s in everything you buy from the store the wedge of cake isn’t the only thing you have to worry about.
If you're think about it, it'll be like
*Human eat bad thing*
Brain : "MORE MORE MORE !"
*Human eat good think for his body*
Brain : "NOOOOOO, I DON'T LIKE IT"
See that's false.
In nature there are no supermarkets and also no sodas.
Caloric dense foods are interpreted as good by the brain, because they allow for far more calories to be eaten without satiety. In nature, that is a good thing.
Sweet foods are very unlikely to be poisonous, unlike bitter and sour foods.
That is why sweet foods and caloric dense foods are rewarded...in nature, it makes a lot of sense.
@@realityandnaturepill
He probably thought of something different, not that complicated science nerdy stuff im kind of into.
Reality r wosh
it's because our software was programmed to live in 20000BC not 2020
well heres the logic
stuff that fuel them and prevents them from death from 0 energy (sugar)
brain: more more more
stuff that doesnt prevent death, cant be digested and only alleviate hunger(fibers)
brain: meh
0:26 definition of sugar
1:13 how sugar affects our brain
2:33 dopamine is the major currency of our reward system
3:20 dopamine levels
Very informative. I would also recommend the movie "Fed Up" to anyone wanting to further expand their knowledge on how sugar effects the body.
Its funny ... I like salty food more than sugary.
+Jerry Man My husband is the same! He doesn't like any sugary food. I assume Culturally (at least in Asia) men are suppose to hate sweets as it's too "girly". So they grew up never hooked up in Sugar and subconsciously denial the joy from sugar.
+Jerry Man sometimes i like too its a balance between sugar and salt it kinda keeps me from eating TOO much of both
+Jerry Man
well i do but i cant eat much i feel full just with a couple of bites but with salty food danm man i just have a problem like 1kgm salt bag doesnt last a month and thats beside the salty snacks
+Jerry Man I like savory and spicier foods more often. But reserve a taste for savory and sweet on occasion, such as teriyaki
Sodium (Na) is a key component of brain function.
I do believe that I am addicted to sugar...I eat huge amounts of sugary foods, processed foods...is really hard and is starting to affect my health
Daca corpul tau cere zahar, atunci dai zahar.
@Flexsor He don't want, he need. We all need sugar.
I lived two weeks without sugar and I didn’t really crave for it. The first week was hard, but after that I felt okay.
I like spicy. 🌶
The Beginning Of Knowledge you with that kinky stuff I see.
The Beginning Of Knowledge haha...
I like sugar very very
so does my girlfriend... shes white and im indian..
The Beginning Of Knowledge Eco..''
thushi mura I hope you pay your council bill fella!
The part about a meal/ a food becoming boring as the taste receptors get used to it explains why raw fooders start out with this high (and can become evangelical about it) and then drop off after a year when it starts to become normal/ boring.
Ted always doing something great for students... love you guys.. behind the team..
I’m gonna be honest. For me if I don’t eat dessert or snacks like candy or chips for a long period of time and I see it on the market after I exercised I literally can not move away my eyes it’s like I want it so much. But after I eat like one or two bites those feelings are completely gone and I don’t feel that urge of eating sugary food for at least like 1 month if I’m eating enough calories.
4:42 the sweetest part
It's all about balance. I have been struggling with eating disorders, eat blinge, but now I'm good. I don't take to much sugar I as used to, just one time per week. I'm going to have lettuce for lunch, but I must confess that I'm thinking about the delicious ice cream I'm gonna have in the next 10 days. It will be worth the wait.
1:09, Thought that was a colossal titan...
Go touch some grass or hug some trees idfk
@@rinsbutthole9282 ikr, go outside or smth
edit: nvm
This is the best motion graphic I have ever seen!❤
This video is very informative on how sugar influences the brain. It goes very in depth in explaining the affect by showing all the different types of sugar like starch, maltose, and dextrose to name a few. Where the sugars are located, which is everywhere. The video explains the affect of sugar starting with it hitting your tongue and sending receptors to your brain. The cerebral cortex is where the different tastes that are detected by your taste buds are determined, such as bitter and sweet. Our reward system in our brain is what makes us crave more sugar repeatedly. The act of craving, which I'm sure everyone in their life has felt many times, is an overreaction by the reward system. This overdrive of craving has negative affects like leads to obesity and an unhealthy diet. Large intakes of sugar require large intakes of insulin. This video also goes into depth of the importance of the variety of food intake. The larger the variety, the more vitamins and nutrients the body is exposed to causing a person to be healthy. Sugar tricks the brain into wanting more which in turn does not allow for the proper nutrients for the body. People need to be more aware of what sugar does to their brain and body, especially with the high concern of obesity in the United States. Sugar definitely falls into the too much of a good thing is bad category.
I agree with this post because I crave sugary foods a lot. Once I have eaten something that contains a lot of sugar it does make me want more and more. I also learned about how when you eat a certain food with one of the five taste senses it triggers the brain to act upon one of the five taste senses. For example I love to eat ice cream and candy which contains a lot of sugar. My mom is always telling me that it is not good to eat things with a lot of sugar and a lot of it but once I eat a small amount of my ice cream I want to save the rest for later but the effect of the sugar makes me want more. I learned from experience that sugar does give you a kick of energy where as if you eat a full course meal you begin to feel very sluggish and lazy
Sugar is probably the most important nutrient that body needs, as it is the main ingredient in the production of ATP which is required for pretty much every bodily function.
A certain type of sugar called glucose. Best gotten from complex carbohydrates. Too much is very bad for you.
nfcoard technically, anything will be very bad for you if you have too much of it.
Jonathan Cruz One of the major contributors to people having health problems in America and probably other parts of the world. Too much sugar and bad types of sugar. Best to stick to complex carbohydrates and fruits.
You do not need sugar in your diet and if you do you need to deserve it.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ketosis
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gluconeogenesis
No. You do not need any kind of sugar to live. It's a very easy, efficient fuel, and so one your body craves, but you can literally live a lifetime without a molecule of it. There are regional diets that are carbohydrate free, and modern weight loss or diabetic control diets that are very close. The reason the body craves efficient fuel is because food was so hard to come by during our evolution. Thing is, food isn't hard to come by anymore. Excessive carb intake is VERY easy now, and leads to diabetes and weight gain. Unless you've got a sporting event the next day, the healthiest choice is generally to limit carb intake as much as is practical.
The video is good and all, but in the beginning, the ice cream said "Bite Me".
Like bitch tf you think I am? My two front teeth don't like you but my tongue does so c h i l l o u t i c e c r e a m .
I've got not idea what I'm going on about but I seriously felt angry when writing that. 😂👌🏾
XD
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+Anahi Castellanos no shit, we don't care bot.
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These videos are awesome and a very fun way to get some more education! Thank you 😊
In my case there is no such thing as addiction to sugar, after eating a lot of sugar you get that unwanted feeling of yours that feeling of sick which discourages you from eating sugar again. But a little sugar once is very useful.
I think there is a slight confusion.
Sugars are note necessarily bad for you, it is just the fact that most of us, like, probably almost everyone in the US, eat way too much of it in general; And way too much of particular types of sugars as well.
Also, I will say that I think we hone in on Bleached Granulated Cane Sugar (Table Sugar) when we hear the word sugar, but other sugars like fructose (When eating a fruit) and Honey are much better for you.
Sugar is not bad for you at all, why is it that every lean person I know eat most of their calories from sugar, and yet are skinny? Well, its because it gives you energy, as well as not all of the sugar gets used. Some of the sugar goes to glycogen stores, but excess sugar goes through urin. You would have to eat a bunch of it to begin fat storage. But when you eat fat as well, the insulin stores the calories from fat as fat. When you only eat sugar, insulin only stores the sugar in muscles, but fat cant be stored in muscle. A diet high in fat and low in carbs also makes you thin, as no insulin can store the fat calories. But you will not have as much energy, and you will strugle during workouts and such. Thats why it can work for sedentary people, but carbs are not the enemy.
The WalkingJoke Personally I don't base whether something is bad for you on how fattening it is. Avocados are kinda fattening but are very good for you like most veggies.
But if I cut back on sugar I do feel healthier.
I once cut sugar almost completely for three weeks and people commented how great my skin looked.
but it does affect everyone differently.
thats heavy bullshit, its just calories in vs calories out.
Well yeah, it's not bad, but problem is, most people consumed table sugar alone each day. They said the maximum amount for sugar consumption everyday for healthy male is 35g. A can of coke contains 35g of sugar. Lots of products contains tons of sugar, people just don't realize they actually consumed it.
fructose is not necessarily better for you. Of course eating a fruit is not unhealthy, but e.g. softdrinks contain a lot of fructose and that is not healthy at all
This video made me reflect on my own experience with sugar. I used to start my day with sugary cereal, thinking it was a quick energy boost, but I’d always feel bad by mid-morning. After learning more about how sugar affects the brain, I switched to healthier breakfasts and noticed a big difference in my focus and energy levels throughout the day.
The fuzzy awesome feeling of eating a milky red bean icecream bar *while* watching this video put a huge sweet smile on my face.
I wish school showed us videos like these because im a visual learner.