They're everywhere in our cupboards, fridges and supermarket shelves. Convenient, cheap and often very attractive, ...

From frozen pizza to lactose-free milk, food processing takes many forms. Here’s how to tell when it’s helping or hurting us. By Katie Navarra Bradley Published Oct 7, 2025 9:00 AM EDT Image: Scott ...

Newly released federal dietary guidelines for Americans call for fewer ultra-processed foods, but some public health experts ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." A new study suggests that ultra-processed foods are linked with higher bodily inflammation. Specifically, ...

As a fitness writer, I eat a few protein bars a week – after watching Joe Wicks’ UPF documentary, will I give them up? - IN FOCUS: Professor Chris van Tulleken has joined forces with Joe Wicks to ...

A Virginia Tech study shows that ultra-processed foods may influence adolescents differently from slightly older young adults. Participants aged 18 to 21 ate more at a buffet and snacked even when not ...

The American diet is killing us. On that point, public health experts largely agree. And in recent years, people who want to make Americans healthier — across the ideological spectrum — are targeting ...

Why San Francisco is suing top U.S. food manufacturers over ultra-processed foods In the first lawsuit of its kind, the city of San Francisco is suing 11 of the nation’s top food companies, saying ...

Share on Pinterest Researchers say there is strong evidence showing that ultra-processed foods promote overeating and increase the risk of obesity. Helene Cyr/Stocksy United A new report states that ...

One day recently, my son had two long, back-to-back doctor appointments, which meant he was in the car and in waiting rooms for much of the afternoon. His lunch and snack would not have earned me a ...

Our free email updates are the best way to get headlines direct to your inbox It's been exactly two years since I decided to stop eating ultra-processed food (UPF). I also largely cut out added ...