India, Dec. 3 -- San Francisco files a first-of-its-kind lawsuit against 10 major food companies.

The city alleges that ultra-processed foods are deliberately designed to be addictive.

Products linked to obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease and mental health conditions.

The case compares the industry's tactics to those of tobacco and opioid manufacturers.

Companies named include Coca-Cola, Mondelez, PepsiCo, Nestle, Kellogg and others.

United States' San Francisco city is suing 10 major food corporations over claims they have spent decades formulating ultra-processed foods (UFP) that are not only unhealthy but also addictive. This is the first-of-its-kind legal action against the health impacts of UFPs.

As India confronts risin...