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NW Washington | Here is what Google AI says about ultra-processed food.
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ultra-Processed Food — Gut Nutrition
Ultra-processed foods are highly manufactured products that have undergone extensive processing and typically contain multiple ingredients. They often include:
Additives: Preservatives, artificial flavors, colors, and sweeteners
Highly refined ingredients: White flour, vegetable oils, and sugars
Processed meats: Hot dogs, sausages, and deli meats
Convenience foods: Instant noodles, frozen meals, and packaged snacks
Processed cheeses: American cheese, cream cheese, and processed slices
Ultra-processed foods are often high in salt, sugar, and unhealthy fats, and they may lack essential nutrients. They have been linked to an increased risk of chronic diseases such as obesity, heart disease, and cancer.
Examples of ultra-processed foods include:
Instant noodles, Processed meats, Frozen pizzas, Soft drinks, Packaged cookies, Chocolate, Chicken nuggets, Instant soups, and Yogurt with added sugar." | |
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