The Yale Food Addiction Scale measures the effects of eating too much. The scale is based on a study that compared junk food to addictive drugs like cocaine. Author Angela Bassett says we can't move to another planet, but it's hard not to be tempted by ultra-processed foods. No Stupid Questions is sponsored by Booking.com.
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