Sugar addiction: from evolution to revolution

This review by LaFata et al. (2024) highlights recent advancements in understanding ultra-processed food (UPF) addiction, including estimates of prevalence rates, emerging health disparities, progress in uncovering biological and behavioral mechanisms, and the implications for weight management. Significant developments in this area include: (1) estimates indicating that UPF addiction affects 14% of adults and 15% […]

Informative observations from patients and clinicians suggest that GLP-1 receptor agonists, such as semaglutide, are effective treatments for managing weight. Patients report less obsessive preoccupation with food and less rumination, dubbed “food noise.” In this narrative review by Hayashi et al. (2023), the authors talk about several terms used in research on human eating behavior […]