Should we treat it like tobacco? New research has revealed unhealthy foods are linked with tens of thousands of excess deaths. Some think it is well past time for drastic action.
Deadly toll from junk food revealed
Crackdown: The new study called for governments to encourage people to cut down on UPFs and to “create healthy environments using regulatory and fiscal policies”. Glossary
Artificial Sweeteners - Synthetic sweeteners characterised by a strong sweetening flavour without calories, which may be linked to increased risks of obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and even cancer.
Additives - A substance added to something else to change its properties.
Colourants - A substance added to another substance to change its colour.
Tobacco - A substance smoked in cigarettes. It contains nicotine, which is addictive.
Cocaine - An addictive illegal drug.