Life Kit How to cut ultra-processed foods from your diet
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Oct 21, 2024 Maria Godoy, an NPR health correspondent, dives deep into the world of ultra-processed foods, shedding light on their tasty allure and health risks. She offers a shopper's guide to identifying these culprits, emphasizing ingredient lists over misleading health claims. Godoy discusses their links to obesity and diabetes, urging listeners to scrutinize what they eat. She shares practical strategies for reducing these foods in your diet, promoting home cooking and the 80-20 rule for balanced eating. It’s a must-listen for healthier living!
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Spotting Ultra-Processed Foods
- Check ingredient lists to identify ultra-processed foods.
- Look for long lists with unfamiliar items not found in home kitchens.
Health Risks of Ultra-Processed Foods
- Overconsumption of ultra-processed foods is linked to various health risks.
- These include type 2 diabetes, obesity, hypertension, and premature death.
NIH Study on Ultra-Processed Foods
- In a NIH study, participants on an ultra-processed diet gained weight and ate more calories.
- Those on an unprocessed diet lost weight and ate less, despite matched nutrients.