There has been a lot of debate around the world about ultra-processed food and some studies have suggested it is linked to poor health. But, what exactly is ultra-processed food and is it harmful for us?...
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The impact of ultra-processed foods like crisps, bread and cereals is a "ticking timebomb" to our health, a leading scientist has said. The BBC’s Panorama programme has been investigating the impact of ultra-processed foods with the ...
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"It's a bit scary isn't it after only two weeks to see those results." Aimee, 24, has spent two weeks on an ultra-processed diet as part of a test carried out by scientists from King's College London for BBC Panorama. H...
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