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Jul 16, 2026, 09:27 AM
The Control of Ultra-Processed Foods: Why Can't You Stop?
Do you think you can't stop eating potato chips, milk tea, or fried chicken because you're too tempted? But the truth might not be that simple. Many ultra-processed foods are designed to make you unable to stop eating them. According to the University of Michigan, a top research university in the US, these foods stimulate the brain's reward system, leading to addictive eating patterns.
You're not imagining things - it's not just your imagination that you can't stop eating potato chips once you open a bag. In fact, this feeling is the result of the special ingredients and manufacturing process of these foods. Ultra-processed foods usually contain a lot of sugar, salt, and fat, which release a lot of dopamine, making you feel happy and satisfied. At the same time, the manufacturing process of these foods is also carefully designed to make them highly palatable and easy to eat.
So, how can we fight against the control of ultra-processed foods? First, we need to understand their control mechanism. By studying and understanding the ingredients and manufacturing process of these foods, we can take effective measures to resist their temptation. For example, we can choose healthy ingredients and make simple and easy-to-eat foods ourselves, avoiding the purchase of ultra-processed foods.
Second, we need to cultivate healthy eating habits. By controlling the amount of food we eat and choosing healthy ingredients, we can reduce our dependence on ultra-processed foods. At the same time, we also need to pay attention to our emotions and mental state, avoiding eating when we're stressed or anxious. Through healthy eating habits and emotional management, we can effectively fight against the control of ultra-processed foods.





