Research shows that the effects of ultra-processed foods can accumulate over time, adding to the risk of heart attack, stroke and other serious health issues, even for healthy people, write experts Angelina Baric and Anthea Christoforou.
People who ate more ultra-processed foods had significantly higher blood pressure, insulin and triglyceride levels — all established predictors of heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
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