Reported about 1 year ago
Researchers presented findings at the American Society for Nutrition’s annual meeting, showing that older adults with diets high in 'ultra-processed' foods had a 10% higher likelihood of death over nearly 30 years. The study, not yet peer-reviewed, indicated that increased intake of ultra-processed foods was specifically associated with risks of death related to diabetes and heart disease, with no increase in cancer-related deaths. Highly processed meat and soft drinks were strongly linked to adverse effects, prompting the recommendation to consume a diet low in these foods for better health outcomes. The study suggested further research on the impacts of ultra-processed foods on mortality despite considering other unhealthy traits among participants.
Source: YAHOO