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Diet Soda Dilemma
Diet soda may seem like a calorie-free solution, but it can lead to unexpected weight gain due to an insulin response that increases hunger. Sweet tastes trigger the brain and pancreas, releasing insulin regardless of actual sugar content. When diet soda is consumed with food, the compounded insulin response can create a Pavlovian effect, resulting in even greater hunger and weight gain over time.In this clip
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Dr. Robert Lustig: How Sugar & Processed Foods Impact Your Health
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How do artificial sweeteners affect the brain?
How do artificial sweeteners affect insulin as discussed in the episode Controlling Sugar Cravings & Metabolism with Science-Based Tools | Huberman Lab Podcast #64 and the clip Sweeteners and Insulin?
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