Some folks don't mind eating ultra-processed food, but for those who prefer to avoid it, make sure the bread you pick up ...

Ultra-processed foods and research into their health effects has gained attention in recent years. Yet despite growing interest, confusion—and even controversy—remains about how these foods fit into a ...

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 ...

Despite its widespread use, "ultra-processed" food does not have a universal definition. U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said he’d like to define it by April. So far, ...

Diets high in ultra-processed foods are associated with an increased risk of chronic disease. Consider how to navigate ultra-processed foods in your diet, while supporting your overall health.

Recent research found that higher intake of ultra-processed foods was associated with lower odds of fertility in U.S. women. ...

Are protein bars and shakes hurting your progress? Experts break down whether ultra-processed protein impacts muscle growth ...

Ultra-processed foods now dominate global diets.

A new study suggests that teenagers who eat more ultra-processed foods may have higher odds of developing obesity. Others say that ultra-processing is not the full story.

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 ...