Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Ultra-processed foods are undergoing increased scrutiny as Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and his ...

New research from the American Heart Association suggests these foods have some benefits.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The problem with ultra-processed foods is that they are high in simple carbohydrates, high in sodium, and low in fiber, protein, ...

Ultra-processed foods have been linked to weight gain and early death. The term "ultra-processed foods" has become common when discussing how healthy -- or unhealthy -- American diets are. A report ...

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is spearheading a federal push to rein in ultra-processed foods. But what exactly are they? The term is sometimes used interchangeably with “processed foods ...

From frozen pizza to lactose-free milk, food processing takes many forms. Here’s how to tell when it’s helping or hurting us. By Katie Navarra Bradley Published Oct 7, 2025 9:00 AM EDT Image: Scott ...

Ultra-processed foods are a staple of diets throughout the nation. For many, these foods are more accessible, affordable and convenient due to their long shelf lives and ready-to-eat nature. They’re ...

We often think of food as fuel—something we need to keep our bodies going. But food is much more than that. It shapes how we feel, think, sleep, and connect with others. In recent years, a growing ...

A day after former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson declared war against processed foods in a Super Bowl commercial, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr said that his agency s war ...

Eating ultra-processed foods could lead to an increased risk of being diagnosed with precancerous colorectal growths for women under 50, according to new research. A study, published Thursday in JAMA ...

Ultra-processed foods are undergoing increased scrutiny as Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and his supporters blame these often tasty snacks for contributing to chronic ...