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2: Is Sugar Secretly Affecting Your Mental Health?
Ever crave something sweet when you’re stressed? You’re not alone—but what if that habit is doing more than you think?
In this episode of Psychology In The Media, we break down a 2025 research study exploring the link between sugar intake, depression, and anxiety. We’ll talk about what the data actually shows, why sugar might impact your mental health, and the surprising truth about emotional eating.
Is sugar really the problem—or is it more complicated than that? Let’s get into the psychology behind food and mood.
Full Article: Coxon, C., Rufeger, M., Hollamby, G., Ashtree, D. N., Orr, R., Lane, M. M., & Hepsomali, P. (2025). Sugar intake is associated with increased odds of depression and anxiety: Evidence from a cross‐sectional study. Health Science Reports, 8(12). https://doi.org/10.1002/hsr2.71666
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By Nicholas AlbaEver crave something sweet when you’re stressed? You’re not alone—but what if that habit is doing more than you think?
In this episode of Psychology In The Media, we break down a 2025 research study exploring the link between sugar intake, depression, and anxiety. We’ll talk about what the data actually shows, why sugar might impact your mental health, and the surprising truth about emotional eating.
Is sugar really the problem—or is it more complicated than that? Let’s get into the psychology behind food and mood.
Full Article: Coxon, C., Rufeger, M., Hollamby, G., Ashtree, D. N., Orr, R., Lane, M. M., & Hepsomali, P. (2025). Sugar intake is associated with increased odds of depression and anxiety: Evidence from a cross‐sectional study. Health Science Reports, 8(12). https://doi.org/10.1002/hsr2.71666
Music track: Sunflower by Lukrembo
Source: https://freetouse.com/music
Free To Use Music for Videos (Safe)