Study: Junk food leads to lower IQ

7 Healthcast: Study: Junk food leads to lower IQ

Posted: 02/09/11

In the study, 4,000 children ages 3 to 8 were monitored and their eating habits were recorded.

When they turned 8-years old, they were given an IQ test. Those who had a diet high in processed foods had an IQ five points lower than those who ate healthy.

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