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Why ultra-processed foods are so addictive

Podcast: The Detail
Published: May 14, 2026
Duration seconds: 1310
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Summary

New research from Auckland University reveals why it's not entirely our own fault for loving junk food The marketers of ultra-processed foods have taken a leaf out of the tobacco industry's playbook to make their foods more addictive Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details