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Questions and Answers
Which neurotransmitter is associated with pleasure and reward in the brain?
Which neurotransmitter is associated with pleasure and reward in the brain?
- Serotonin
- Acetylcholine
- Endorphins
- Dopamine (correct)
What effect does sugar have on our blood sugar levels?
What effect does sugar have on our blood sugar levels?
- It has no effect on blood sugar levels
- It causes a spike followed by a rapid drop in blood sugar levels (correct)
- It causes a steady increase in blood sugar levels
- It causes a decrease in blood sugar levels
Which activities can cause a similar release of dopamine in the brain?
Which activities can cause a similar release of dopamine in the brain?
- Eating vegetables
- Watching TV
- Exercising (correct)
- Listening to music
What can sugar trigger in our brains?
What can sugar trigger in our brains?
Why do many people find it hard to resist sugary treats?
Why do many people find it hard to resist sugary treats?