JUNK FOOD

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Junk food is usually food that can be obtained conveniently in ready-to-eat forms such as a bag of chips or food from a 'fast food' restaurant. Junk food are numerous and the negative effects of junk food on health and wellbeing are undeniable.

The following are several harmful effects of junk food:
1. The regular consumption of junk food is the leading factor in obesity and excess weight

2. Obesity is second only to smoking as a cause of death in America

3. 46% of Cannadian adults are either overweight or obese, with obesity in children increasing three-fold over the past two decades

4. Consumption of soft drinks containing sugar has been linked to weight gain and an increased risk for the development of type two diabetes

5. Studies have revealed that obese people have twice the rate of chronic health problems as people of normal weight. This includes a 100% greater chance of developing type two diabetes and 50% increased likelihood of developing heart disease. Obese men are nearly 90% more likely to get colon cancer.

6. Junk food diet is a major cause of heart diseases

7. High cholesterol resulting from junk food puts undue strain on the liver, causing long-term damage to this essential organ.

8. Research has suggested that diets high in fat may also impair essential brain functions, like concentration and memory.

There is compelling evidence that regular consumption of soft drinks leads to:

1. increased rates of bones fracture

2. increased risk for osteoporosis

3. increased risk of weight gain and obesity

4. increased risk for type two diabetes

5.  increased risk for kidney stones

6. increased rate of tooth decay and other dental problems

So, stay away from junk food!

source: http://www.healthyfacts.net//