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\nWe crave unhealthy foods because they contain lots of sugar and artificial additives, which taste delicious, and therefore trigger the release of certain pleasure-inducing neurotransmitters. Furthermore, we are evolutionarily programmed...\nWe crave unhealthy foods because they contain lots of sugar and artificial additives, which taste delicious, and therefore trigger the release of certain pleasure-inducing neurotransmitters. Furthermore, we are evolutionarily programmed to eat a lot more than we need, so that makes it even worse! Junk foods contain a lot of added sugars, a ton of calories, and a sizable amount of trans and saturated fats. Furthermore, they are low in vitamins, minerals, and fiber content. Deep-fried foods taste better than bland foods, and as we grow up, we tend to get hooked on these foods. These kinds of sugar-laden, fatty foods cause the brain to release certain neurotransmitters called dopamine and oxytocin, which induce the feeling of relaxation, pleasure, and enjoyment in an individual. Thats why such foods (that are high in sugar and fats, like cakes, pastries, burgers, etc.) are called comfort foods.\n
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endorphins, fast food, junk food, food, sugar, humans, salt
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