Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor Wisom Wednesdays: The greatest public health crisis of our time - and what we need to do about it.
Nov 19, 2025
Dive into the hidden dangers of ultra-processed foods and their shocking prevalence in our diets. Discover how these foods contribute to serious health risks, including diabetes, heart disease, and even cancer. Unravel the connections between diet and mental health, revealing the toll on our well-being. Explore practical strategies for individuals and communities to combat this crisis, along with urgent calls for national policy reforms. Can we learn to prioritize real food before it's too late?
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Ultra-Processed Foods Defined And Widespread
- Ultra-processed foods are industrial formulations with additives and minimal intact whole foods.
- Paul Taylor highlights rising consumption and strong links to increased mortality and disease risk.
Robust Evidence Links UPFs To Death
- Over 100 studies link ultra-processed food intake to many adverse outcomes across organ systems.
- High intake is associated with higher all-cause mortality and tens of thousands of preventable deaths in some countries.
Dose-Related Metabolic And Cardio Risks
- Each 10% increase in ultra-processed food intake links to a 12% higher diabetes risk and 10% higher cardiovascular risk.
- High UPF consumers show substantially higher cardiovascular mortality and disease incidence.