Decoding the Craving: What Triggers a Sweet Tooth?
                                
                                
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                                According to a 2020 review, eating more protein can help manage hunger and reduce appetite by affecting hormones that control fullness. Understanding what triggers a sweet tooth is the first step toward gaining control over these powerful and often automatic impulses.