New lawsuit targets a set of waivers approved by the USDA that allow states to limit purchases of junk food.

The changes in four states mean certain sugary items will no longer be eligible for purchase using SNAP benefits.

Poor nutrition during pregnancy sets the stage for future brain health issues. Scientists discovered that a brief taste of unhealthy food in adulthood sparks massive inflammation in rats exposed to a ...

Research shows that just five days of sugary, fatty snacks can alter brain insulin responses, hinting that junk food can rewire the brain before visible weight gain.

Junk food like sodas, potato chips, packaged snacks and processed meats has long been linked to higher risks of diabetes and hypertension. Now, an increasing body of research is also tying ...

Yes, ultraprocessed junk like Twinkies is bad for you. No, we don’t need artificial food dyes in our cereal. Yes, “real food” like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains is as nutritious as it was when ...

Diet‑related diseases such as type 2 diabetes, obesity and hypertension, particularly those affecting children, remain ...

Dr. Veit is a historian and the author of the forthcoming book “Picky: How American Children Became the Fussiest Eaters in History.” American kids ate very odd things in the 19th century. Spicy sauces ...

A state Senate committee endorsed Wednesday turning a proposed ban on residents using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to buy sugared soft drinks and candy over to a commissio ...

Go into any grocery store, convenience store, or newsstand in the U.S., and you'll find tons of junk foods begging to be brought home. If you're an average American household, your pantry is probably ...

For decades, parents were told to help children build willpower like a muscle, to resist things like junk food and too much time on their screens. But new research suggests a better strategy.