Over indulgence in junk food is widely blamed for the epidemic of obesity that has swept over the Western-eating world, but many would also hold it responsible for the equally massive rise in food sensitivities and related digestive, skin, respiratory and behavioural problems.
So, even if you are not over-weight, you might be interested in a lengthy article on the CBS News Health site by Kelly Crowe investigating how the food industry uses science and chemistry to get you hooked on junk food.
Get out that packet of crisps and read on…
Scary…and extremely difficult to regulate without draconian legislation involving the nanny state. Education may be the only viable way forward?