Not all junk food is created equal, but much of it can and should be avoided for the sake of a heart-healthy diet, according to a new science advisory from the American Heart Association (AHA). Yet, ...

Diet can have a greater impact on a person’s chances of getting Alzheimer’s, according to new research. The Northeastern University study indicates its not only a person’s genes that play a part in ...

Understanding the effects of junk food is crucial as these foods are the ones that contain less nutrients and more calories. They are tasty and sweet foods that are most times difficult to resist; ...

America is known for food that is fast, fun, and fried. While traditional junk foods aren't exactly a cornerstone of a healthy diet, enjoying your favorite treats every now and again in moderation ...

The growing number of overweight and obese individuals spanning the globe is prompting more and more consumers to seek healthier habits in an effort to avoid the trend. However, this proves to be a ...

America is known for food that is fast, fun, and fried. While traditional junk foods aren’t exactly a cornerstone of a healthy diet, enjoying your favorite treats every now and again in moderation ...

The head of the Department of Human Services says there are logistical problems with proposals to ban the use of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits for junk food. Research has ...

As an employee of CSIRO, Matthew Ryan has worked on projects funded by government. As an employee of CSIRO, Gilly Hendrie has worked on various projects funded by government, industry and research ...