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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

California Bans UPFs in School Lunches — But What Are Ultra-Processed Foods, Exactly?

This is the end of chicken nuggets and hot dogs in school lunches in California. In early October, California Governor […] The post California Bans UPFs in School Lunches — But What Are ... Read More

9 ‘Healthy’ Foods That Are Actually Ultra-Processed — and What to Eat Instead

Many foods marketed as healthy — like some yogurts, plant-based meats, and protein bars — are actually ultra-processed. Learn which ones to watch for and what to eat instead. 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

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

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

Ultra-processed food consumption increases the risk for prediabetes in young adults

More than half of calories consumed in the United States come from ultra-processed foods (UPFs), items like fast food and packaged snacks that are often high in sodium, sugar and unhealthy fats. 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

How Many Plant Foods Should You Eat in a Week for a Healthy Gut?

There’s little debate about the importance of eating more plant-based foods. These foods feed the microorganisms living in our gut, allowing for a host of health benefits, including fortifying the ... Read More