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#480 BITESIZE | Why You Can’t Stop Eating Ultra-Processed Foods | Dr Chris Van Tulleken

Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee

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Question Food: If It Seems Unnatural, It Probably Is

Healthy food options often mask ultra-processed ingredients, leading consumers to believe they're making better choices. Wholemeal bread advertised as healthy typically contains additives like vegetable oils and emulsifiers that compromise its integrity. True bread consists of only three ingredients: water, wheat, and salt, without added sugars, which belong in desserts, not in bread. If a product has numerous ingredients and health claims, it is likely ultra-processed. A useful guideline is that if a food appears overly complex or unnatural, it probably is.

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