Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) now make up nearly 58% of the average American diet. This term, although established over 15 years ago, reflects foods that are heavily industrially processed and contain ingredients like preservatives and colorings. Examples span from granola bars to alternative milks. Often designed to be cheap and shelf-stable, these foods are linked to obesity and metabolic diseases. While elimination of UPFs is unrealistic, understanding their effects on health is crucial as they disrupt gut microbiomes and promote inflammation.
The average American diet is now comprised of almost 58% ultra-processed foods, which include a wide range of products marketed as healthy.
Many ultra-processed foods are engineered to override natural satiety signals, contributing to modern health problems like obesity and metabolic disease.
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