
Junk food is perceived to have poor nutritional value; and fails to add any health benefits to an individuals diet. The term was coined in 1972, by Michael Jacobson, director of the Center for Science in the Public Interest. Street food and fast food fall under the category of junk food. Apart from adding empty calories, it spoils the digestive system, hence jeopardizes the absolute health of the body. But, what if an individuals body is deficient in fats and carbohydrates, can junk food provide nutrition?Healthy junk food is not an oxymoron; take the example of chocolate that is high in fat content, cocoa the main ingredient in chocolate provides flavenoids (antioxidants), which provides defense against heart disease and cancer. It contains endorphins, which provides physiological benefits of euphoria and prevents depression.Salsa is yet another junk food, but can add terrific nutritional content, particularly if it is organic. Two tablespoons ...
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