Fructose Consumption May Intensify Cravings For Calorie-Laden Foods

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If you find yourself experiencing uncontrollable cravings for calorie-laden foods, the kind of sugar you eat may be to blame.

If you find yourself experiencing uncontrollable cravings for calorie-laden foods, the kind of sugar you eat may be to blame. 


Researchers from the University of Southern California recently found that consuming fructose may cause a heightened desire for indulgent edibles. 

Their study involved a group of 24 healthy individuals who were given drinks containing either glucose or fructose. 


Glucose is the sugar that’s found in most carbohydrates and serves as an energy source for both the body’s cells