KevinMD July 18, 2024
As the world emerges from COVID-19, we must remember there is a silent yet devastating health crisis: our diets. In this era, convenience reigns supreme, with ultra-processed foods infiltrating everyone’s lives, leading to surges in preventable diseases and deaths. This crisis is more than individual food choices; it is a systemic issue affecting millions, especially in low-income communities.
One of the biggest drivers of the crisis is the ubiquity of ultra-processed foods in the American diet. Sugary snacks, fast food, and microwaveable meals have all become staples. These foods are crammed with added sugars, unhealthy saturated and trans fats, and artificial additives while depleted of essential nutrients. Research finds that high consumption of these foods is linked to some of...
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