Processed Foods
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US House bill introduced to restrict high-fructose corn syrup
A bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives aims to ban high-fructose corn syrup from nearly all food products sold across state lines, giving companies two years to reformulate.
What is the most important food to limit for high blood pressure?
The average American consumes about 1½ teaspoons of salt daily, which is 50% more than recommended.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. outlines unique health platform
A 2024 review of 45 meta-analyses found that greater exposure to ultra-processed foods was associated with a higher risk of death and of cardiometabolic and mental-health disorders, painting a vivid p
New Study Links Food Preservatives to High Blood Pressure
A recent study involving 112,395 people revealed that eight common food preservatives, including potassium sorbate (E202) and sodium nitrite (E250), are linked to a significantly higher risk of high b
Date Sales Jump 33% as Ancient Fruits Challenge Processed Snacks
In the U.S., sales of dates surged by 33% over the past year, signaling a quiet but powerful rebellion against the processed snack aisle. This rapid increase reflects a fundamental re-evaluation of di
Dietary Guidelines: Mixed Messages on Healthy Processed Foods
Frank Hu suggests that mixed messages in official Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs) regarding saturated fats may lead to increased intake, higher LDL cholesterol, and greater cardiovascular...
Protein-Enriched Foods: The Processed Problem in Diets
Despite new US dietary guidelines recommending Americans eat more protein, some nutrition experts criticize the endorsement of red meat and full-fat dairy, stating Americans already consume enough.
AHA Advises Minimally Processed Foods for Heart Health
A recent study found that higher consumption of ultra-processed foods was linked to worse attention scores in adults aged 40-70, regardless of their overall diet quality, according to CORDIS .
What Are Ultra-Processed Foods and Their Health Risks?
People who eat around nine servings a day of ultraprocessed foods face about a 67% higher risk of heart attacks, according to the Wall Street Journal .
Promoting Universal Diets Is Unethical. Here's Why.
The popular 'processed equals bad' food narrative, often presented as scientific truth, is actively fueling guilt, anxiety, and disordered eating, particularly among lower-income populations who rely