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1 Works Cited Law, Tara. "Why Ultra-Processed Foods Are So Bad for You." TIME , Time USA, 9 Jan. 2023, time.com/6245237/ultra-processed-foods-diet-bad/. Accessed 15 Feb. 2024. In the article it spoke about how Ultra-processed foods have been linked to various health concerns, including an increased risk of death, dementia, obesity, high blood pressure, and type 2 diabetes. These foods are radically changed by manufacturers and contain additives not typically used in home cooking, such as preservatives, dyes, and non-sugar sweeteners. They often have a long shelf life and numerous ingredients that may be unfamiliar to consumers. It mentioned not all ultra-processed foods are equally unhealthy. Whole grain, ultra-processed foods can still provide beneficial nutrients and fiber. Researchers have developed tools to help consumers identify the least processed options within a food category. Studies have shown that the processing itself, rather than just the nutrition content, may contribute to the negative health effects of ultra-processed foods. These foods tend to be low in fiber and high in sugar and calories, and they often have hyper-palatability, making them easy to overconsume. Some theories suggest that ultra-processed foods lead to changes in eating habits and speed of consumption, and may disrupt gut microbes, affecting signals of fullness. Critics argued that the concept of ultra-processed food is too broad and includes too many different foods and ingredients. They believe that reformulating processed food to be healthier is a more practical approach since eliminating processed food is not realistic for many people. Reducing the consumption of ultra-processed foods should not solely be the responsibility of individuals. The government

2 needs to implement policies that increase access to healthy, minimally processed food, especially in communities with limited options. Clear labeling and warnings about the dangers of ultra-processed food are also important measures that have been implemented in some countries. To make your diet healthier, experts suggest focusing on the quality of food rather than just its calorie content. Choosing alternatives like beans, lentils, and eggs for meals, and opting for nuts, seeds, and whole fruits as snacks can help reduce the intake of ultra-processed foods. Taking a break from ultra-processed foods for a week can also provide insights into how it affects your body. This source is different from my other sources as they are looking at the issue as a whole and not just blaming the consumer. This source lacks statistical data. This can be used in my essay when talking about how we can cut back on ultra-processed foods in our diet. This is a good source because it mentions how we should not be having to cut out ultra-processed foods ourselves, if they are as bad as they say the government must do something about it. Monteiro, Carlos A et al. "Ultra-processed foods: what they are and how to identify them." Public health nutrition vol. 22,5 (2019): 936-941. doi:10.1017/S1368980018003762 The source talks about ultra-processed foods, specifically what they are and how to identify them. Throughout the article, they describe and explain how they went about differentiating between what are ultra-processed foods. The article explains how they have categorized foods into four groups. They established the NOVA classification system by considering all physical, biological, and chemical

3 methods used during the manufacturing process including additives. Group 1 is made up of minimally processed foods and unprocessed foods. Industrial processes alter unprocessed foods. Group 1 foods do not have additives; their main purpose is to extend the shelf life of food and make preparation easier. Group 2 is made up of processed culinary ingredients which are obtained directly from group 1 foods or nature such as oils, fats, salt, and sugar. Group 2 is used to prepare, season, and cook group 1 foods. Group 3 is made of processed foods they are made by industrial products made by adding additives. Group 3 foods are made to increase the durability of Group 1 foods, making them more enjoyable and enhancing their sensory qualities. The last group is the ultra-processed food group. Ultra-processed foods are formulated of ingredients, mostly exclusive to industrial use, resulting from a series of industrial processes. The ultra-processed food group includes cosmetic additives. The goal of the ultra-processed food group is to create highly profitable products. Along with explaining the 4 food groups and their classification system they also went into the statistics of how much ultra-processed foods make up dietary energy in high, medium, and low- income countries, including the average growth of sales for these countries. There is also mention of how ultra-processed foods are linked to certain diseases and disorders. They advised to identify ultra-processed foods since it can be difficult to identify them because the food manufacturing industry is not required to state of food labels the processes used in the products. Compared to other sources this source lacks the statistics and information about what diseases and disorders are linked to ultra-processed foods. Unlike the

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