How Internet #foodporn could promote real-world weight gain

Exposure to Instagram junk food content negatively impacts mood and cravings in young adults, research finds. — AFP Relaxnews

Exposure to content featuring junk food on social networks could affect mood, promote cravings and influence users’ food choices, according to a new study that highlights the importance of improving media education, particularly among the younger generations, and of “promoting mindful social media use”.

“I can feel the pounds piling on just looking at it!” Who hasn’t thought something similar at the sight of a juicy burger dripping with cheddar cheese spotted on a social media feed, or even on a cooking show, without ever thinking for a moment that this statement could be true?