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Ultra-processed foods a leading cause of ‘chronic disease pandemic’, experts say

Researchers and scientists say UPFs are ‘displacing’ fresh foods and meals, worsening diet quality, and are linked to multiple chronic diseases. Read More

Ultra-processed Foods May Lead to Inflammation, Heart Disease

New research published in the American Journal of Medicine suggests that eating too many ultra-processed foods may lead to increased inflammation and chronic illnesses such as heart disease. The study ... Read More

Are ultra-processed plant foods really worse than meat? Scientists weigh in

A new review challenges assumptions about ultra-processed foods, finding that plant-based versions, such as soymilk, meat analogs, and soft margarines, may lower cholesterol and reduce disease risk ... Read More

People want to avoid ultra-processed foods. But experts struggle to define them

The evidence that ultra-processed foods are bad for us is piling up. But efforts to reduce their role in our diets face a big hurdle: experts can't agree on what they are and which to target. Read More

Food processing level outweighs plant-based label for heart health benefits, study finds

Previous studies have reported that a high consumption of ultra-processed foods is associated with an increased risk of developing cardiovascular diseases, while other studies have shown that a diet ... Read More

Study Finds Direct Link Between Ultra-Processed Foods and Chronic Diseases

Share on Pinterest Researchers say there is strong evidence showing that ultra-processed foods promote overeating and increase the risk of obesity. Helene Cyr/Stocksy United A new report states that ... Read More

Dietary change that could have a big impact on your heart health

People who eat more fresh, minimally processed plant foods have a substantially lower risk of developing heart disease, according to one of the most detailed studies yet on how diet quality affects ... Read More

Big consumers of ultra-processed foods show most inflammation: study

Sept. 29 (UPI) --New research shows that the biggest consumers of ultra-processed foods have "significantly elevated" levels of a protein associated with systemic inflammation that can signal ... Read More

The easiest way to spot the difference between processed and ultraprocessed foods

More than half of the calories Americans eat daily come from ultraprocessed foods — and that’s not a good thing. These foods, such as cereals, candy and frozen meals, have been linked to adverse ... 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

Global experts warn ultra-processed foods are driving 'chronic disease pandemic'

Foods like ice cream, processed meats, crisps, mass-produced bread and fizzy drinks are 'displacing' fresh meals, experts warn ... Read More

Seed oils, while often found in ultra-processed foods, are not ‘unhealthy on their own’

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Seed oils are often incorrectly tied to health risks like chronic inflammation, according to an expert. Evidence ... Read More