Junk Food Diet In Teens May Lead To Long-Term Memory Damage: Study

The researchers noted that adolescent rats that were on a junk food diet had significant memory issues that persisted into adulthood even after they switched to a healthier diet. (Credit: Image by Freepik)

A junk food diet is often linked to obesity and increased risk of chronic health conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. A recent study has revealed that indulging in a junk food diet during adolescence can leave a lasting impact on the brain, affecting memory function.

A high-fat, high-sugar diet in teenagers may lead to long-term memory damage, according to the results of a rat study conducted by researchers from the University of Southern California.