ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Sugar high

Okay kiddo, so let's talk about sugar. You know how we have sweet treats like candy, cookies, and cake? Well, those things have a lot of sugar in them.

When we eat a lot of sugar at once, our body gets really excited because it's like "whoa, that's a lot of energy!" So it sends out a quick burst of energy to our brain and muscles, making us feel super extra happy and active.

That feeling when we have a lot of energy and feel like we could run around for hours is what people call a "sugar high".

The problem with sugar highs is that they don't last very long. Our body uses up all that energy super quickly, and then it starts to feel tired and cranky. This is sometimes called a "sugar crash".

So while sugar highs can feel great in the moment, it's important to remember that too much sugar can be bad for our bodies, and that it's better to eat healthy foods and have balanced meals throughout the day.