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Your Brain on Sugar

The not-so-sweet news on what the sticky stuff does to your brain.

Your brain relies on this simple carbohydrate to function, but that doesn’t mean you should reach for the doughnuts. Learn more about the sweet spot for sugar in your diet.

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