New research suggests some ultra-processed foods may be designed to trigger the brain’s reward system in ways surprisingly ...

Eating ultra-processed foods (UPFs) could lead to an addiction disorder, a new study suggests, prompting calls for some products to be labelled as addictive. UPFs are now simply part of the flavour of ...

"It's time ultra-processed food addiction was held to the same scientific standard." Critics often argue that food, unlike drugs or tobacco, is necessary for survival. The authors, however, dismantle ...

A new conceptual analysis argues that many ultra processed foods are designed to drive repeated consumption using strategies similar to those used by the tobacco industry. The authors describe how ...

That bag of chips you swore you'd only eat a handful of. The energy drink that somehow turns into three. The late-night fast-food run—whether it involves pizza, burgers or tacos—that feels impossible ...

“Ultra-processed foods such as chips, biscuits, sugary drinks, instant noodles, and fast foods contain high levels of sugar, trans fats, and salt, but very little fiber and nutrients. Studies show ...

Ultra-processed foods may interfere with the body’s natural satiety signals, making people feel less full and more likely to overeat, warns a dietitian.