That wholesome-looking multigrain loaf may be more ultra-processed than a donut, packing hidden sugars and chemicals that ...

Processed foods, initially intended for preservation and transport, have become overly refined and detrimental to health. White flour, stripped of nutrients and treated with chemicals, acts like sugar ...

They're tasty, affordable and satisfy fast -- ultra-processed foods dominate the American diet, accounting for more than half of the calories consumed by the average adult, and even more for children.

Not all processed or ultra-processed foods are unhealthy—some offer key nutrients and convenience. Dietitian-approved picks include whole-grain bread, Greek yogurt, canned beans, popcorn, and peanut ...

Most top nutrition experts agree: Cutting back on ultra-processed foods is a good way to improve your health. But not all ultra-processed foods are created equal. Some are better for you than others.

Can an ultra-processed product be healthy? One company believes so, and aims to prove it with a new product. However, others have criticised the usefulness of the categorisation, and others have ...

New evidence shows the white bread versus wholegrain debate is less about good versus bad and more about balance, diet ...

The average American gets more than half of their calories from ultra-processed foods, according to a new federal report. That's not surprising—ultra-processed foods are everywhere, and includes many ...