New lawsuit targets a set of waivers approved by the USDA that allow states to limit purchases of junk food.

The changes in four states mean certain sugary items will no longer be eligible for purchase using SNAP benefits.

The snack aisle looks harmless until you read the labels. Some of the most popular junk foods in the U.S. pack more sugar and additives into a single serving than many people realize, and the risks ...

America is known for food that is fast, fun, and fried. While traditional junk foods aren’t exactly a cornerstone of a healthy diet, enjoying your favorite treats every now and again in moderation ...

When we think of vegetables, we often imagine healthy, nutrient-rich foods that benefit our bodies. However, not all vegetables are as healthy as they seem. Some innocent-looking vegetables can become ...

A state Senate committee endorsed Wednesday turning a proposed ban on residents using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to buy sugared soft drinks and candy over to a ...

Emotions before eating strongly influence snack choices, making healthy dieting harder during stressful or happy moments.

A woman has sparked strong reaction on Reddit after sharing a family drama about her refusal to buy junk food for her children and the problems this take-no-prisoners stance has caused among the five ...

Children given too much processed sugary food are not only likely to be malnourished or overweight in the short term, but to also suffer neurological changes that leave them struggling to shake off a ...

Back in the day, we didn’t need fancy packaging or organic labels. Just a shiny wrapper, a sugar rush, and the sound of the recess bell. Half of the junk food we grew up with probably broke every ...