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Sugar Addiction Exists- In Rats

December 26th, 2008

After one month of the high sugar diet, the researchers observed that the rats’ brains had adapted to the higher levels of dopamine released as a result, and had a reduced number of dopamine receptors. Meanwhile, the number of opioid receptors had increased.

After a period of withdrawal, however, the researchers found that the rats were willing to work harder in order to get to the sugar solution and consumption levels went up.   -nutraingredients.com

MY COMMENTS:   The 3 elements of addiction mentioned in the article include increased intake, signs of withdrawal, and craving.   What do you think?

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