Food Addiction: A Real Phenomenon
Researchers have found convincing similarities between food addiction and drug addiction, with hundreds of studies confirming that certain foods affect the brain similarly to other addictive substances.
As an addiction psychiatrist and researcher, I have been following the research in this field for decades, and a consensus is emerging that food addiction is a real phenomenon.
People often joke that their favorite snack is “like crack” or call themselves “chocoholics” in jest.
While there is still some debate among psychologists and scientists, the evidence suggests that food addiction can be compared to other addictive substances, such as alcohol or nicotine.
I have written a textbook on food addiction, obesity and overeating disorders, and a self-help book for people with intense cravings and obsessions for certain foods.
- Certain foods affect the brain similarly to addictive substances
- Food addiction is compared to other addictive substances, such as alcohol or nicotine
- A consensus is emerging that food addiction is a real phenomenon
Author's summary: Food addiction is a real phenomenon with similarities to drug addiction.
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