Some foods and drinks are just for fun, not because we are hungry or thirsty. Aside from getting good nutrition, we can alter our mood through what we ingest, perhaps in childhood with sugar: Birthday cake, Valentine hearts, Easter candy, Halloween treats, Christmas cookies and candy canes. Then chocolate which has caffeine, and as we get older, more caffeine with coffee, tea, and some soft drinks. Nicotine is another substance. Beer, wine, and alcohol add to the list.
Today, sone people go for marijuana and even illegal drugs to alter their mood. Over-the-counter and prescription drugs may be misused.
Many people seem to need to use substances to sweeten their lives. Good questions to ask: why, what to do without them, and how to improve our moods with the good stuff like healthy food and drink or other activities that can create joy or calm stress for ourselves and others. Of course, in moderation, we can enjoy sweet treats.
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