Nutrition··7 min read
Ultra-Processed Foods: The #1 Threat to Your Health
Ultra-processed foods make up 60% of the diet. Learn why they are harmful and how to identify them on the shelf.
Ultra-processed foods now account for roughly 60% of calories consumed in the United States. A landmark study linked them to 32 adverse health outcomes.
Identify ultra-processed foods
CleanLabel flags emulsifiers and additives that define ultra-processed foods.
What Are They?
Industrial formulations made mostly from substances derived from foods and additives. They typically contain five or more ingredients, many of which you wouldn't find in a home kitchen.