3. Instant Mood Boost
Sugar makes us happy, which should come as no surprise. Because we’re hardwired to crave sugar, scientists have discovered two sweet-receptor genes that can predict how strong your sweet tooth will be. Sugar activates the pleasure centre of our brain and causes a rush of dopamine, regardless of genes. This will give you a euphoric feeling right away.
Here again you have to be careful with how much sugar you eat. Too much of a good thing (i.e. sugar) can actually cause the opposite effect. If you find yourself habitually overindulging, check out our Willpower Cheat Sheet for tricks to increase your willpower!
