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View Show Notes From This Episode\nGet Free Weekly Health Tips from Dr. Hyman\nSign Up for Dr. Hyman\u2019s Weekly Longevity Journal\nExcess sugar consumption is one of the deadliest drugs of our time, and it\u2019s virtually ubiquitous in our modern-day industrialized food system. Everywhere you turn, there\u2019s sugar\u2014from blended coffees to protein bars, drinks, dressings, snacks, and everything in between. Even seemingly \u201chealthy\u201d packaged foods often contain heaps of added sugar, and its impact has proven catastrophic for our mental and metabolic health.\nAs the other white powder, sugar hijacks our brain chemistry, making us addicted, inflamed, sick, and depressed. But the good news is that most of the health issues that arise from eating too much sugar can be completely reversed in as little as 14 days.\nIn today\u2019s Health Bites episode, we\u2019re exploring the research connecting sugar addiction to poor mental health and what you can do to clean up the excess sugar to reclaim your health and feel better, and more energized.\nIn this episode, I discuss:\n\nThe prevalence of sugar in our diet and its impact on mental health (2:00)\n\nHidden sources of sugar in our diets (7:27)\n\nHow sugar affects our mood and brain function (11:42)\n\nHow insulin resistance leads to systemic inflammation and changes in mood (16:16)\n\nStrategies to reduce sugar intake for better mental health (20:41)\n\nThe role of supplements, exercise, stress, and sleep in blood sugar management (26:40)\n\nThis episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth and Fatty 15.\nRight now, you can save 40% when you upgrade to Cozy Earth sheets. Just head over to CozyEarth.com and use code DRHYMAN.\nFatty15 contains pure, award-winning C15:0 in a bioavailable form. Get an exclusive 10% off a 90-day starter kit subscription. Just visit Fatty15.com and use code DRHYMAN10 to get started.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices