sugar rushes

Glucose energy spikes

Sugar rushes is the plural of sugar rush—a burst of energy supposedly caused by eating sugary foods.

The concept is popular despite weak scientific support: The kids were on a sugar rush after the birthday cake.

Parents commonly blame children's hyperactivity on sugar rushes, though excitement about treats may matter more than the sugar itself.

Related

hyperactivity · desserts · chocolates · candy bar · halloween candy · cravings · sweet tooth · mood swings · candies · dopamine release · irritability · impulsivity · soda · mood · jitters · soft drink · junk food · levels

Opposites
energy state

sugar rushesfatigue

Weariness from prolonged exertion

lethargy · drowsiness · sluggishness · exhaustion · food comas

energy duration/quality

sugar rushescomplex carbohydrates

Multi-sugar molecular chains

balanced nutrition · slow burn

nutritional approach

sugar rushescomplex carbohydrates

Multi-sugar molecular chains

whole grains · balanced meals · clean eating

Family

sugar, rush, sugars, sugared, sugaring, sugary, sugarless, rushed, rushing

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G