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Ultra-processed foods, which are commonly defined under a classification known as NOVA, contain additives and undergo significant alterations from their natural state. They tend to be energy-dense ...
Processed foods and ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are gaining widespread attention in the news — most of which is negative. Recent studies have linked a diet high in UPFs with an increased risk ...
Ultraprocessed foods make up more than half of the typical American’s diet, and they’ve been linked to myriad health conditions. Here are five things to know.
Ultra-processed foods have gotten a lot of attention for being linked to poor health, but what are these foods and how can you avoid them? Experts weigh in.
Ultra-processed foods often contain trans fats and high levels of saturated fats, which can raise LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) levels and lower HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol) levels. Elevated LDL cholesterol is a major risk factor for atherosclerosis, a condition that can lead to heart attacks, strokes, and cardiovascular disease.
Processed foods have certainly gotten a bad rep over the last few years. But most of the foods we eat are processed on some level. I mean, unless you’re choosing fresh, whole food and eating it ...
Ultra-processed foods are notoriously bad for all aspects of health, but some experts are arguing we should have a more nuanced approached in discussing and evaluating their impact.
From sugary cereals at breakfast to frozen pizzas at dinner, plus in-between snacks of potato chips, sodas and ice cream, ultraprocessed foods make up about 60% of the U.S. diet. Nutrition science ...