Does the War on ‘Ultra-Processed Foods’ Make Any Sense?

A study in the American Journal of Public Health reveals that over two-thirds of Americans view ultra-processed foods (UPFs) as addictive, with many linking them to health issues like diabetes, obesity, and cancer. Restrictions on UPFs have been introduced in both blue and red states, while Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the World Health Organization have highlighted their risks. The article questions the evolving definition of UPFs and the shift in public health focus from nutrient content to processing methods.