Our bodies need energy from food. We get that energy from glucose, a simple form of sugar. We know eating too much sugar can lead to all sorts of health problems like obesity. Despite knowing this, most of us struggle to resist a cookie. Why does it happen? Listen and learn! Citing sources: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-sugar-affects-the-brain-nicole-avena#review https://www.healthline.com/health/food-nutrition/experts-is-sugar-addictive-drug#What-is-an-addiction?