The leading British nutritionist, while recommending we eat whole foods, says it’s impossible to avoid ultra-processed foods ...

Ultra‑processed foods (UPFs) now account for almost half of the daily calorie intake in many countries, and children are among the highest consumers. Yet despite growing evidence linking UPFs to ...

The latest nutrition guidelines urge Americans to avoid highly-processed food. But, when it comes to carbs, many people don't ...

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the Food and Drug Administration will "act on" a petition calling for a safety ...

Two books offer refreshing arguments in favour of industrial innovations and appetising alternatives to meat — without the unpalatable moralising ...

Ultra-processed foods are a staple of diets throughout the nation. For many, these foods are more accessible, affordable and convenient due to their long shelf lives and ready-to-eat nature. They’re ...

Toddlers who consume a diet high in processed meats, sugary snacks, and soft drinks may have lower intelligence scores by the time they reach early school age. A new study published in the British ...

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One of the more surprising foods categorized as ultra-processed is flavored tofu, such as pre-marinated varieties. Plain tofu falls under the “processed” category under the NOVA classification system.

A recent study shows that people with the highest intake of ultraprocessed foods had a 48% higher rate of death from any cause and a 57% higher rate of death from cancer.

Researchers analyzed 651 baby food products and found that over 70% are ultra-processed with 105 different additives.

"Introducing babies to foods that are overly sweet, salty and packed with additives can set the stage for unhealthy preferences..." said study author Elizabeth Dunford ...