For some years now, many studies have proven in some way something that was already known: junk food is highly addictive. The mixture of balanced, sweet and fatty flavors can produce effects in the body similar to those of cocaine in the brain.
An effect called the “bliss point” which is the conjugation of the previous elements is responsible for its high effectiveness for compulsive eating; In addition, its carbohydrates are quickly absorbed by the body and this makes us want more.
A study carried out in two stages with participants recruited through Amazon and published in Plos One has investigated which are the most addictive junk foods according to the behavior of 384 participants.
The result was the following:
1.Pizza
2.Chocolate
3.Chips
4.Cookies
5.Ice cream
6.French fries
7.Cheese burger
8.Soda
9.Cake
10.Cheese
All of the above products are high in saturated fats and sugars, the latter element can increase in your blood quickly.