Aspire Higher

Born from a passion for all things food + nutrition. Evolved into sharing my travel expeditions and performance nutrition knowledge! Stick around for fun new places and nutrition facts.

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food addiction

  • can food be addictive?

    What is an addiction? DEFINITION: A brain disorder characterized by compulsive engagement in rewarding stimuli despite adverse consequences. The term has been partially replaced by the word dependence; however, addiction has been extended to mood-altering behaviors or activities Two types: Substance use disorder (drug – illegal and legal) Can develop addiction to alcohol, marijuana, PCP/LSD,…

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