Sugar and the “A” Word
From a displacement theory standpoint, sugar appears to be a cue that triggers eating as a displacement behavior. This may develop into an eating addiction.
Is Ozempic Shrinking Profits for Snack Food Firms?
The snack food industry is bracing for reduced sales due to GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic.
Dysfunctional Displacement
One thing unites both behavioral and substance addictions: displacement.
Eating Addiction
Not long ago, scientists believed food could not be addictive. Now the research is in, eating addiction is real, and there is hope for possible treatments.