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Did our love for sugar make us smarter? Scientists uncover sweet secret behind bigger brains

livemint.com 30 Aug

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Did our love for sugar make us smarter? Scientists uncover sweet secret behind bigger brains — Sources: livemint.com

New research indicates that naturally-sweet foods significantly fueled human brain evolution. The study, led by scientists from the University of Sydney and Glasgow, reveals that natural sugars provided essential energy before cooking became prevalent.

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