- Frequent consumption of foods high in fat and sugar can increase the risk of weight gain and conditions like heart disease and diabetes.
- Researchers are still studying the underlying mechanisms involved in craving foods high in fat and sugar.
- A study found eating food high in fat and sugar alters the brain’s reward centers to increase response to these foods and decrease the desire for low-fat foods. These brain adaptations may increase the risk of obesity.
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