Diets high in ultra-processed foods are linked to health issues due to poor nutritional profiles, lacking essential nutrients and fiber, leading to obesity, metabolic syndrome, and cardiovascular diseases.
Ultra-processed foods may impact the immune system, potentially contributing to inflammatory bowel disease and autoimmune diseases. Ingredients like emulsifiers can alter the gut microbiome and weaken the mucus barrier.
The lack of fiber in ultra-processed diets affects gut health, as fiber aids in short-chain fatty acid production by gut microbes, which maintains the gut barrier integrity, regulates immune responses, and supports T cell production.
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