Is sugar really addictive—or does it just feel that way?

In this episode of The Peaceful Plate Podcast, I’m diving into the often misunderstood world of sugar cravings.

We’ll talk about why sugar can feel so powerful, how it’s not chemically addictive like drugs, and why bringing emotional neutrality to sugar is a game-changer.

I also share how nervous system regulation, mindful eating, and nourishment beyond food can help reduce those intense cravings.

If you’ve ever felt out of control around sweets, know this: it’s not about willpower—there’s a deeper reason, and it’s not your fault.

Let’s get curious (not judgmental) about what’s really going on beneath the surface of sugar cravings—and explore practical tools to find more peace with food.

📚 If you're curious about the science, there's a great review that looked at both animal and human studies and found no strong evidence that sugar is chemically addictive like drugs.

I’ve linked it below if you’re a research nerd like me. 😉

Study: “Sugar addiction: the state of the science” –

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5174153/✨

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https://www.eileenmitchellwellness.com/membership

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