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✅ Fix it:
Cut back on sugary snacks and processed carbs. Focus on whole, unprocessed foods like vegetables, legumes, and lean proteins.
This isn’t a lack of willpower — it’s biology.
Sugar triggers a dopamine release in the brain’s reward center — the same pathway activated by addictive substances. The more sugar you eat, the more your brain craves it to feel that same pleasure.
✅ Fix it:
Gradually reduce sugar. Swap sweets for:
Fresh fruit
Cinnamon (naturally sweet and blood-sugar friendly)
Dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)