Ultra-processed foods are a growing public health concern, but experts warn that the term covers more than just what is ...

These convenient eats are coming for more than just your waistline. A new study has found an association between ultra-processed foods and over 30 health complications, including depression, sleep ...

What are the junk foods that harm the brain the most? New studies revealed the most harmful foods for brain health, and we ...

The term "junk food" is part of American life — it encompasses a large variety of foods, drinks and treats. Just about anyone you ask will have a favorite junk food they keep stashed in the house — or ...

Scientists discovered that unhealthy diets can weaken deep sleep quality, even without changing total sleep time. When participants ate junk food, their brain activity showed shallower slow-wave sleep ...

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefit recipients could soon be barred from purchasing junk food if a new bill is successful in Congress. SNAP benefits, also commonly known as "food ...

So long, suckers, gummy bears and candy corn — a renowned psychiatrist says the one thing you should definitely do if you’re depressed is trash the junk food. The gut and brain constantly communicate ...

Six more states have banned junk food purchases from being bought with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced. West Virginia ...

Share on Pinterest A new study shows how Instagram junk food content may increase cravings for unhealthy foods and negatively impact mental health. mixetto/Getty Images A new study shows how exposure ...

Scientists discovered that high-fat junk food disrupts memory circuits in the brain almost immediately. Within just four days, neurons in the hippocampus became overactive, impairing memory. Restoring ...