FAST FOOD: HARM OR BENEFIT AMONG YOUTH
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fast food, youth health, food addiction, food marketing, obesity, cognitive impairment, heart disease.##article.abstract##
Fast food has long ceased to be just a convenient meal – it has become an integral part of modern consumer culture, especially among young people. This article provides an in-depth analysis of the impact of fast food on health, mental well-being, and social behavior among youth. The reasons for the popularity of fast food, its long-term consequences, and possible ways to minimize harm are examined. The article presents data from international studies and real cases of healthy eating programs implemented
in different countries.
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