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Study Links Ultra-Processed Food to Increased Brain Reward Responses in Children

A new study reveals that higher consumption of ultra-processed foods in children aged 7-10 is associated with stronger brain reward responses to food images, contributing to increased body fat.

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Childhood obesity is a growing global health concern, with rising rates impacting long-term health outcomes. Public health initiatives and scientific research increasingly focus on dietary factors, including the role of ultra-processed foods, in addressing this trend.

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Ultra-Processed Food Linked to Increased Brain Reward Responses in Children

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