Flavor and Wellness

Junk Food

2 articles

New York State legislative building with a child's hand reaching for junk food, symbolizing the fight against childhood obesity.
Nutrition

New York State Legislators Target Added Sugars in Junk Food Marketing

Childhood obesity rates in New York City surged to 20% in 2022, a stark increase from 15% just a decade ago, according to the NYC Dept.

Ryan Patel·April 24, 2026
A visual representation of America's junk food culture creating a health divide between generations, with healthy choices contrasted against unhealthy ones.
Healthy Living

America's Junk Food Culture Creates a Generational Health Divide

While adult Americans significantly reduced their daily calories from fast food by two percentage points in the last decade, a concerning 30% of youth still consume fast food on any given day between

Chloe Bennett·April 24, 2026