Ultra-processed food makes up more than half of the food eaten in the United States. While some foods are fine in moderation, eating too much can affect your health. Here’s what you need to know about ...

In April, U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. turned the focus of his Make American Healthy Again movement toward school food, promising “major, dramatic changes” in ...

“Eat less processed food!” has been the public health messaging for years, due to a link between ultra-processed foods and conditions such as obesity, heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. However, the ...

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) have become public enemy number one in nutrition debates. From dementia to obesity and an epidemic of “food addiction”, these factory-made products, including crisps, ...

Ultra-processed foods vary widely in their nutritional quality. Some options, like whole grains, can be nutritious, affordable, and convenient choices.

There isn't a standard definition of ultra-processed foods, but all the foods pictured fit the bill. They contain added fat, sugar or salt, plus preservatives to extend their shelf-life. (Dan Kitwood ...

Over the past year, the nutritionist Rob Hobson has made two helpful tweaks to the way he plans and prepares his meals to work better with his busy schedule.

Supported by nutrition experts, the Non-UPF seal highlights foods without additives, colorings, or ultra-processed shortcuts — helping shoppers identify less processed options. Stacey Leasca is an ...

Dr. Andrew Liu answers the question: 'Reading Food Labels To Detect Allergens?' — -- Question: What should I look for in labels and menus to detect foods processed or made with allergens? Answer: ...

Most Americans get more than half their calories from ultra-processed foods, those super-tasty, energy-dense foods typically full of sugar, salt and unhealthy fats, according to a new federal report.