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One in five US adults report frequent thoughts about food

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One in five US adults report frequent thoughts about food
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Nearly 1 in 5 US adults say they often or always think about food, according to the report. About half of all adults experience frequent food-related thoughts at least sometimes.

Why it matters

This may affect mental health and eating behaviors; evidence comes from survey data.

Key facts
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food noise
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American adults

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Definition of food noise

Food noise refers to persistent thoughts about food, often described as intrusive or uncontrollable.

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