by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | Last updated: Jan 8, 2024 | Hypothalamus, Weight Management
Does your sweet taste preference influence your weight? Let’s talk about it. Your hypothalamus controls your glucose metabolism, your hunger, and your weight. Studies have shown that people with a strong preference for sweets have an increased risk for obesity,...
by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | Last updated: Feb 28, 2023 | Gut Health, Hypothalamus
What are some effective ways to break a sugar addiction? Let’s talk about it Approximately 75% of Americans eat excess amount of sugar. Sugar is a substance that stimulates the release of opioids and dopamine and has addictive potential. Dopamine is your...