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Quick and simple to make and consume, fast food is the quintessential example of junk food. They are detrimental to the health of customers due to the fact that they do not include any nutritious value and just contain fat that is basically sitting about. The consumption of junk food is a handy and unplanned snack choice for persons who do not have the time to prepare meals or even when they do not have much time to prepare meals. In addition to giving them a delightful flavour, the components that are used in junk food are what make them so addictive. The combination of sugar and fat may cause a surge of intense pleasure to be produced by dopamine, which can be experienced by those who are prone to engaging in addictive behaviours. On the other hand, it is essential to keep in mind that they are detrimental to your health. Consuming foods that are rich in fat, such as those that are high in cholesterol, sugar, and salt, may have adverse effects on one's health. Consuming an excessive amount of sugar is linked to an increased likelihood of becoming overweight or obese. In addition to providing the growing brain with the building blocks it needs, eating during the formative period has long-term repercussions. For the purpose of promoting the physical and mental well-being of students, it is of the utmost importance that the government, health professionals, and educators collaborate in order to increase students' awareness of the need of feeding themselves a diet that is well-balanced.