Ultra-processed foods are everywhere — but do we really know what we’re eating? In this episode, we talk about what ultra-processed foods actually are, why they dominate supermarket shelves, and how they’re designed for convenience and profit. We also explain the NOVA classification system in simple terms and why it’s changing the way scientists think about food.We look at what the research says about the health risks linked to ultra-processed foods, including obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease, and compare how much different countries rely on them, from the U.S. to the U.K.Finally, we discuss what governments are doing about it — and why scientists still don’t fully agree on how to define ultra-processed food in the first place. If you care about your health and what ends up on your plate, this episode is for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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