Eating ultra-processed foods raises heart disease risk: Study
NewsBytes | March 21, 2026 2:39 AM CST
Sugary processed foods were especially risky
Researchers found that each extra daily serving of UPFs was associated with a 5.1% relative increase in risk of major cardiovascular events.
Sugary processed foods were especially risky.
Black participants faced an even steeper increase in risk per serving than non-Black participants, possibly due to targeted marketing and less access to healthier options.
Dr. Amier Haidar, one of the study authors, suggests checking labels for added sugars, salt, and fat, and swapping out processed snacks for things like nuts or fresh produce when you can.
The takeaway: What you eat really does matter for your long-term heart health.
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