The idea that #sugar is the second most addictive thing after cocaine is commonly misunderstood and often exaggerated. Human studies have shown that while sugar can cause cravings, it does not meet the clinical criteria for addiction. The body does not require fructose specifically for energy. What the body truly relies on is glucose, which is its primary fuel source. The brain needs half of all the sugar energy in the body to function properly. In contrast, excessive fructose can strain the liv