Processed foods can be hard to escape in modern life. They line supermarket aisles, dominate convenience stores, and are often the cheapest and most practical options for busy schedules. On top of ...

Brenda Davy and Alex DiFeliceantonio in the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC’s metabolic kitchen, where studies on food and eating behavior take place. Young Americans are gaining weight.

For many, a new year comes with a renewed look at what we’re eating. For many, a new year comes with a renewed look at what we’re eating. We hear the words “processed” and “ultra-processed” a lot ...

So far, the conversation around ultra-processed foods (UPFs) has focused on what these foods are, and how they can be identified. Much of the coverage around the health risks of UPFs have been linked ...

A diabetologist warns that five common dietary habits may silently damage your heart. But how strong is the science? An expert explains ...

Share on Pinterest New research shows that ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of death following a cancer diagnosis. Image Credit: Comstock/Getty Images Higher intake of ultra-processed foods ...