Ultraprocessed foods pose risks to children's cardiovascular health, study

Ultraprocessed foods pose risks to children’s cardiovascular health, study

According to a new study, children whose diets consist of ultra-processed foods (UPF) begin to show early signs of poor cardiovascular health and diabetes risks as early as age three. Ultra-processed foods are foods that contain high amounts of sugar, fat, and industrial food chemicals (such as preservatives and emulsifiers). Experts have long linked these…

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Scientists' latest revelations about ultra-processed foods

Scientists’ latest revelations about ultra-processed foods

London: A new study has found that consumers may be missing out on healthy foods by giving up ultra-processed (UPF) foods. In a study conducted at University College London, researchers examined nearly 3,000 different foods and compared their ingredients to the information on their packets, showing that not all ultra-processed foods contain unhealthy ingredients. ….

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Consumption of ultra-processed foods can cause three types of cancer

Consumption of ultra-processed foods can cause three types of cancer

Bristol: Despite studies linking ultra-processed foods to increased risks of ill health and cancer, the trend has accelerated over time. Recently, in a new study, these foods rich in additives, preservatives and sweeteners have been linked to three different diseases. A team of researchers from the UK’s University of Bristol and the International Agency for…

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