New research from the United States suggests that certain foods may be more addictive than alcohol or tobacco, especially among older women.

In April 2025, Kevin Hall took early retirement from the US National Institutes of Health (NIH). “My life's work has been to ...

They were the first generation of Americans to grow up with ultra-processed foods all around them – products typically loaded with extra fat, salt, sugar and flavorings. They were children and young ...

Researchers attribute the spike to the early, aggressive exposure of this generation to ultra-processed foods TUESDAY, Sept. 30, 2025 (HealthDay News) — New research suggests that older adults, ...

Many people in their 50s and 60s, especially women, are showing signs of addiction to ultra-processed foods. These are sweets, fast foods, and sugary drinks that have been around since they were kids, ...

They were the first generation of Americans to grow up with ultra-processed foods all around them – products typically loaded with extra fat, salt, sugar and flavorings. They were children and young ...

Mounting evidence shows ultra-processed foods may trigger addictive behaviors similar to drugs and alcohol. PET scans alone may underestimate the compulsive and reward-driven impact of these foods.

Research has linked regularly eating these foods with chronic illnesses and health issues like obesity, Type 2 diabetes and ...

New study shows ultra-processed food (UPF) sales growth, and the resulting dietary transition is surging obesity and diabetes ...