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Hunger makes all sweetness more rewarding, but artificial sweetener users show unique brain responses


A new study suggests that hunger amplifies our immediate enjoyment of sweetness, regardless of calories. The research also reveals that regular consumers of artificial sweeteners show heightened brain activity in areas linked to self-control.

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