Physician and author Michael Greger, MD, of NutritionFacts.org discusses ultra-processed foods and their impact on our health.

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

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Thirty-nine percent of respondents to an online poll incorrectly said all processed foods are unhealthy, according to new research by the Physicians Committee for Responsible ...

In its December 2024 report, the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee refused to blame ultra-processed foods for America's health problems. The evidence was simply not there. The press response was ...

Ultra-processed foods are increasingly replacing fruits, vegetables, and proteins in children’s diets across more than 190 countries, fueling a surge in obesity. A new UNICEF report finds that more ...