A neuroscientist explains how highly processed foods may be key to “food addiction.” She also reveals some solutions ...

The struggle is real when it comes to our favourite crisps, biscuits and snacks; you eat one, then another, and before you know it, the packet is empty. Much of the time, these snacks fall under the ...

(THE CONVERSATION) People often joke that their favorite snack is “like crack” or call themselves “chocoholics” in jest. Still, many questions remain about which foods are addictive, which people are ...

Some people depend on opioids or methamphetamine (or both), while far greater numbers of individuals in the United States and worldwide depend on sugar and highly processed foods to feel better or ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . People with ultraprocessed food addiction may present similar vs. those with substance use disorder.

(THE CONVERSATION) People often joke that their favorite snack is “like crack” or call themselves “chocoholics” in jest. After fighting cancer for years, Debbie Consiglio died Sept. 29. Now her family ...

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Claire Wilcox, University of New Mexico (THE CONVERSATION) People often joke that ...