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A sweeping review published in “The Lancet” found that higher ultra-processed food intake is linked to increased rates of obesity, diabetes, and other chronic health issues. The team also points out that these diets tend to be lower in essential nutrients overall. Taken together, they say the evidence makes a strong case for clearer nutrition guidance.
Experts are once again raising red flags about ultra-processed foods, or UPFs. And this time, they're armed with a growing body of data.
In November, researchers published a trio of papers in The Lancet, providing a detailed look at how UPFs might im... [6131 chars]