The idea of kids getting a “sugar rush” emerged in the 1970s, and the myth continues despite evidence to the contrary. Eating too much cotton candy and other sweets can lead to health problems ...

We’ve all heard of the so-called “sugar rush.” It’s a vision that prompts parents and even teachers to snatch candy away from kids, fearing they’ll soon be bouncing off the walls, wired ...

The scene is one so many of us are familiar with: Kids running around a birthday party or family holiday event, “hopped up on sugar,” wild with excitement, sticky with joy, fueled by corn ...

We’ve all heard of the so-called “sugar rush.” It’s a vision that prompts parents and even teachers to snatch candy away from kids, fearing they’ll soon be bouncing off the walls, wired ...