More Reasons to Avoid Ultraprocessed Foods

In the most comprehensive assessment to date, ultraprocessed foods were associated with an increased risk of certain diseases.

STORY AT-A-GLANCE

• In the most comprehensive assessment to date, ultraprocessed foods were associated with an increased risk of developing and dying from cancer

• Consuming more ultraprocessed foods was linked with a greater risk of developing any cancer, as well as ovarian and brain cancers specifically

• Consumption of ultraprocessed food was also associated …