Common Type of Food Linked to Early Death in Study of 8.8 Million
Summary
A large study involving nearly 9 million people found that eating more ultra-processed foods is linked to higher risks of diseases like cancer, diabetes, heart problems, and even early death. Ultra-processed foods include items with added chemicals and preservatives, such as sodas, snacks, and ready-to-eat meals.Key Facts
- The study analyzed data from 8.8 million people across different continents.
- Higher intake of ultra-processed foods is linked to increased risks of cancer (12% higher), heart events (24% higher), obesity (23% higher), diabetes/metabolic syndrome (24% higher), digestive diseases (31% higher), mental health issues (27% higher), and death from any cause (18% higher).
- Eating just 100 grams more of these foods daily increased risks for heart problems, high blood pressure, cancer, diabetes, and death.
- Ultra-processed foods often contain artificial ingredients like preservatives, sweeteners, and colors not found in natural cooking.
- These foods make up over half of daily calorie intake for many people.
- The study shows a link but does not prove that ultra-processed foods directly cause these health problems.
- Experts say eating too many ultra-processed foods probably means eating fewer healthy foods that protect against disease.
- The certainty of evidence varies due to differences in types of ultra-processed foods and how diets were measured.
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