‘Farewell, junk food!’: Mexico bans sale of salty and sweet treats in schools to fight child obesity
A government-sponsored junk food ban in schools across Mexico took effect on Saturday, officials said, as the country tries ...
Republican bills put taxpayer-funded junk food on the chopping block
Republican lawmakers push proposals to ban the purchase of junk foods, such as sodas, with SNAP benefits. Several bills have ...
Mexico Bans Junk Food Sales in Schools in Latest Salvo Against Child Obesity
A government-sponsored junk food ban in schools across Mexico took effect on Saturday, officials said, as the country tries ...
Texas lawmakers consider measure prohibiting SNAP benefits from being used to purchase junk food
A bill in the Texas legislature would prohibit purchasing junk food, including soda, energy drinks, candy, chips and cookies, with SNAP benefits.
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Why Are We So Addicted To Junk Food?
Over time, the brain gets accustomed to this level of Dopamine ultimately requiring more and more junk food to attain the ...
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Food stamps shouldn't pay for soda and candy. Let's promote healthier options. | Opinion
About 23% of food stamp dollars go to purchase items like soda, candy, desserts and salty snacks. That contributes to higher obesity rates.
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The biggest challenge to forcing change in America’s diet: making it taste good
Back when I was a kid, two of my two favorite food items were Coca-Cola and soft ice cream. I spent hot summer evenings standing on long lines at the local Carvel, waiting for my coveted cola float.
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Scientists rank grocery items to help identify processed foods
Scientists created a database ranking grocery items by processing levels, highlighting healthier alternatives.