Sugar rush has long been considered to be giving highs. These are both physical and psychological. However, a recent study does not support this concept.
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The consumption of sugar has increased in the United States. This is since the 1970s. Moreover, there has also been an increase in the sales of soft drinks. This increase was by 135 percent. These drinks are mostly sugar sweetened.
Sugar Rush: What is it?
Sugar is the source of energy. Moreover, it also boosts the mood. Sugar helps in combating fatigue as well.
This is the reason for the increased sales of sugary drinks. Because they are associated with boosting mood as well as combating fatigue.
Moreover, most of the energy drinks have high levels of sugar. This is only because of the concept of sugar rush.
Sugar rush is a brief boost of energy. This is often associated with intake of food or drinks. It is mostly because of sugar.
The study
A study was conducted recently to experiment with the concept of sugar rush. It aimed at studying the relationship between sugar and energy. Moreover, it was also to understand the effect of sugar intake on mood.
The authors of the study were willing to test this for specific reasons. It is because of the belief which most of the people have.
The authors wanted to test that belief. Moreover, they aim to draw accurate conclusions. Data from existing trials have been considered in the study. These trails are 31 in number.
Various parameters were considered. This includes alertness, calmness and fatigue. Moreover, depression, confusion, tension and anger were also taken into account.
The lengths of time are also changed to note the results.
The conclusions drawn
However, the conclusion is a surprise. This is because it is not what we believe in. There is no sign of changes in mood because of sugar intake.
And this is for all the time periods. Moreover, sugar intake marks a decrease in alertness. It also increases fatigue levels.
Thus, the study dispels the concept of sugar rush.
