India, Oct. 2 -- Occasional treats are part of a balanced life, but experts warn that some children develop problematic relationships with junk food. Signs like intense cravings, loss of control and ...

With childhood obesity and related health issues on the rise in India, junk food addiction is becoming a silent threat. From chips and sugary drinks to processed snacks, many children consume far more ...

If you are planning to deprive your taste buds of junk food such as pastries, french fries, burgers and pizza, expect to suffer withdrawal symptoms similar to what drugs addicts experience, said a ...

WASHINGTON, March 28 (Reuters) - Bingeing on high-calorie foods may be as addictive as cocaine or nicotine, and could cause compulsive eating and obesity, according to a study published on Sunday. The ...

This article was published in Scientific American’s former blog network and reflects the views of the author, not necessarily those of Scientific American For nearly every overweight person on the ...

Children are exposed to junk food marketing across television, social media, gaming platforms and sports sponsorships.