the harmful effect of junk food on our health is obesity.
the harmful effect of junk food on our health is obesity.
harmful effect of junk food on our health?
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when junk food is consumed very often, the excess fat, simple carbohydrates, and processed sugar found in junk food contributes to an increased risk of obesity, cardiovascular disease, and many other chronic health conditions. a case study on consumption of fast foods in ghana suggested a direct correlation between consumption of junk food and obesity rates. the report asserts that obesity resulted in related complex health concerns such upsurge of heart attack rates. studies reveal that as early as the age of 30, arteries could begin clogging and lay the groundwork for future heart attacks. consumers also tend to eat too much in one sitting, and those who have satisfied their appetite with junk food are less likely to eat healthy foods like fruit or vegetables.
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america also celebrates an annual national junk food day on july 21. origins are unclear; it is one of around 175 us food and drink days, most created by "people who want to sell more food", at times aided by elected officials at the request of a trade association or commodity group. "in honor of the day," "time" in 2014 published, "5 crazy junk food combinations". headlines from other national and local media coverage include: "celebrate national junk food day with… beer-flavored oreos?" (mtv); "national junk food day: pick your favorite unhealthy treats in this poll" (baltimore); "celebrities' favorite junk food" (los angeles); "a nutritionist's guide to national junk food day" with "rules for splurging" ("huffington post"); and "it's national junk food day: got snacks?" (kansas city).
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