Are ultra-processed foods all that bad? What we know – and some simple swaps to boost your diet

A well-balanced diet is about much more than determining whether certain foods are ultra-processed or not. But if you want to simplify your diet, here’s where to start. View on euronews ... Read More

Additives in ultra-processed foods linked to higher death risk in major study

Research identifies five food additive categories including flavors, sweeteners and coloring agents that may significantly increase all-cause mortality risk. Read More

How politics, ultra-processed food and toxic masculinity are killing the Mediterranean diet

Flick through TikTok, thumb through the latest nutritionist’s cookbook or tune into morning TV and you’ll be bombarded with praise for the Mediterranean diet. Touted as the ultimate blueprint for ... Read More

American Heart Association: Ultraprocessed foods increase risk of stroke, diabetes, premature death

Hot dogs, buns, baked beans, and potato chips are just a few examples of ultraprocessed foods that are a staple of the American diet. On Friday (Aug. 8), the American Heart Association released its ... Read More

Scientists Say These Are the Worst Ultra-Processed Foods You Can Eat

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Ultra-processed foods have been a hot topic in nutrition, with a government report released in May ... Read More

‘Good’ vs. ‘Bad’ Ultra-Processed Foods: How to Spot the Difference

Share on Pinterest Healthier ultra-processed foods tend to have more nutrients, while less healthy options are loaded with sugar, unhealthy fats, and salt. Catherine Falls Commercial/Getty Images The ... Read More

Are you aware if the food you're eating is ultra-processed? The answer could make all the difference for your health

An alarming look at the foods consumed by families across America: A recent study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveals that most Americans get more than half of their ... Read More

Consuming more ultra-processed food daily raises risk for lung cancer

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . The number of lung cancer cases was greater in the highest vs. lowest group of energy-adjusted ultra-processed ... Read More

Just how addictive is ultra-processed food?

Mounting evidence shows ultra-processed foods may trigger addictive behaviors similar to drugs and alcohol. PET scans alone may underestimate the compulsive and reward-driven impact of these foods. Read More

Ultra-processed foods make up the majority of kids' diet, CDC report finds

Ultra-processed foods make up the bulk of what kids eat — and adults aren’t far behind, a report published Thursday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds. About 62% of kids’ and ... Read More